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Friday Photos

Friday Photos

Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson

Happy Friday the 13th!

Alys captured these great shots of Zenyatta enjoying one of many snowy winter days. We shared one on Instagram (follow us @teamzenyatta), but we saved the rest for the weekend.

Enjoy!
Team Z

Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson
Photo by Alys Emson

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    Hi Max.That’s wonderful news about Moosie.As you know we always love to support the underdog in the UK and Moose has had masses of support.I expect you’ve heard Don Poli and Vautour are entered in the Ryanair at Fairyhouse over Easter.I am not too keen on the Fly running in France it’s a much longer race and I’m sure you remember what happened to Dawn Run in 1986.Willie’s dad Paddy hadn’t wanted her to run but Charmian did of course.Monty needs to get back to the Dyfi to take care of his nest after the break-in.So much damage and for what??Sheena.

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      That Moose is amazing. Let’s hope that he doesn’t influence too many chasers to follow his example. There is room in the celebrity horsey pantheon for only one Moose.
      I trust Mullins as he would only do what is best for The Fly. The Fly first raced in France at the beginning of his career. Seems like The Fly has the stamina to make the distance. In the recent pre Cheltenham video, he was only too eager to take a big chunk out of Ricci. RR wisely backed off before The Fly could get a choke hold. Short guy may be next on his bite list. Stay clear of Un Atout too.
      Those evil doers better beware the wrath of the osprey. No good will come for those who inflict misery. Justice always prevails in the end.

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      Dear Sheena:

      Goodnight. Yes, great pity. Hopefully the Dyfi will carry on and be ready for the arrival of Glesni, Monty and their family. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank and all the Sweeties

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI, V and Montey:

    Goodnight. Stay comfy and cozy. Love Ya. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, will always love you.

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    We love you, Zenny, and glad you’re enjoying the snow. It makes me shiver.

    Wishing the best and safest trip to CC.

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    March 18 Cherokee Devotional

    Don’t give up. We have been up against stone walls before and had no one to tell us what to do. Stay away from self-condemnation. It is designed to tear down our interest and vision. When a person loses interest, he loses his ability to see solutions.
    Be quiet. Excess noise, too much talk, and too little rest only adds to the confusion. Most likely something will whisper to use reason-whose reason? The wrong reason may be the cause of most of our trouble. And that wrong reason may have come because we did not first ask Asga Ya Galun lati-the One who knows.

    May the Lord bring you out of all your troubles.Trust your course with Him.
    John Ross
    Cherokee Chief

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      Love this devotional, Kathy. It is so true. Early, before dawn, there is such peace. In the quiet is the best time to listen to God – before the day ‘gets going’, If I miss this time, my day usually doesn’t seem to go as well. Many of God’s blessings to you today and to everyone here in Zenny’s fan family and of course to our beloved Zenyatta and the rest of her family – human and equine. with love – Elizabeth

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    Pennmarydel (Barbaro’s big little brother) had a second gate work on the 11th. He is another big guy like Beastie and Dortmond. We have been waiting almost 2 years for him to run. Also, the last of Barbaro’s brothers!

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    Dear Kathy.Oh,the dawn is the most beautiful time of the day!Sadly,I tend to miss it nowadays!But will always remember my early mornings with Katie.The live streaming is back on the Dyfi but no sound yet.Thank God there are volunteers there 24/7 when the eggs arrive.Monty would be very angry!!!Good news about Miss Kitty she has a urinary tract infection and is on pain meds and antibiotics also a relaxant so she can pee her bladder is sore and swollen.She is,also,not absorbing enough protein from her food so will be put on a special diet from Royal Canin.They will see in about 6 months if that works but all her organs are healthy so momma is happy.Zoe had a great day visiting yesterday will hear all about it Thursday.Oh the new ratties arrive tomorrow and FM is on safari!It was Mango’s gotcha day yesterday they were remembering the meeting at the airport and she was tanking God for the best Mommy in the world!!The kitchen looks lovely.Sadly,she lost 2 furrends Scooter(remember he got thrown out of a moving car) and Casey there was much leaky eyes!Such a wonderful story on Joey and a little boy and a cat with no eyes!I was full of smiles!Have a great day.Love and hugs to you,Kisses for Holly, Nikko and Sugar.Sheena.Loki is doing very well these days too!

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    Dear Sheena,

    So glad things are going well for all the furbabies on FB. Anxiously awaiting the new ratties tomorrow! Did you listen to Ray howling for his breakfast? Too cute! Have a lovely Hump Day. Love and hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy.

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    Very sad to hear of the passing of Wiseman’s Ferry sire of the mighty Wise Dan.He was just 16 and died yesterday.A necropsy will determine the cause of death.I remember him racing in Europe.RIP.The legacy lives on.Sheena.

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      So sorry to hear this. !6 is still young. Wiseman’s Ferry, thank you for your son, the magnificent Wise Dan. You both are so beautiful. RIP WF

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    Wiseman’s Ferry, Sire of Wise Dan, Dies
    By Ron Mitchell, The Blood-Horse March 18, 2015
    Wiseman’s Ferry, the sire of two-time Horse of the Year Wise Dan, died March 17 at Dana Point Farm near Lenhartsville, Pa.
    Dana Point Farm manager Maria Vorhauer said a necropsy is being performed to determine the cause of death of the 16-year-old son of Hennessy.
    Read more on BloodHorse.com: http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/90752/wisemans-ferry-sire-of-wise-dan-dies#ixzz3UkfV7DFl

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    Chrome Leads Dubai Contingent
    By DRF.com
    DUBAI, U.A.E. (MAR. 18, 2015) — They’re back.
    After basically saying thanks but no thanks in 2014, when a mere three horses made the trip, U.S.-based horses will travel en masse for the March 28 Dubai World Cup card at Meydan Racecourse.
    Prospective fields for the races provided Tuesday by Dubai Racing Club officials include 16 American horses who were to ship overseas Tuesday. The return of dirt racing this year at Meydan, which had employed an all-weather racing surface since its opening in 2010, spurred the increased participation.
    http://ctba.com/chrome-leads-dubai-contingent/

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      BGG.
      Thanks for the post. Was not even sure Lea was going and rather wish he didn’t. Hope all goes well for all of the horses but especially our American horses.

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    Wiseman’ Ferry, Just heart broken beyond words. You were at the top of my list for the horse I wanted to meet. I know your heavens gain now, but I’m devastated. Love you always. May you be with the good lord now. Tell my little Holly and all our beloved horses we’ve lost we love you all.

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    Momo ‏@SimoHighbury · 4m4 minutes ago Wed. March 18 2015 2:10 PDT
    @DWC_Meydan @DubaiRacingTV @mjyharris #racehour @EspinozasVictor:
    California chrome arrived safely in Dubai

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    Alan Carasso ‏@EquinealTDN ·March 18, 2015
    StonestreetFarm’s Miracles of Life races in the G1 Galaxy S. at Sydney’s rose hill gardens.
    Drew 15, but shld leave post 12.

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    Prince Charles to Visit Louisville, Churchill Downs
    HorseRacingNation.com March 18, 2015
    From article:
    The Royal trip makes a turn south on Friday, as Prince Charles and Camilla are set to visit Louisville and get a first-hand look at the city’s sustainability initiatives and public health programs, two causes close to the Prince of Wales’ heart. As avid equestrians, their visit to the horse capital of the world could not be complete without a visit to Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby. The Prince’s mother, Queen Elizabeth II, attended the Derby in 2007 to witness Street Sense capture the roses
    http://www.horseracingnation.com/news/Prince_Charles_to_Visit_Louisville_Churchill_Downs_123#
    FYI Boxing great Muhammad Ali started life as Cassius Clay Jr. in a small, 1-bedroom, 1-bath home in Louisville, KY.

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    Beautiful pictures. You are so beautiful big girl. Enjoy the nice weather coming up and hope the Easter bunny brings many good things your way. I will always love you zenny.

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    Glad California Chrome has arrived safely in Dubai. Best of luck to Chromie,may all the horses be safe and sound and come home in good condition.

    So sad to hear of the death of Wiseman’s Ferry, Wise Dan’s sire Only 16 and gone too soon.You have done your Daddy proud Wise Dan.

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    Dear Judy.Poor Nissy has had another 2 winter storms this week and it’s still snowing!!He’s afraid Miss Spring will never arrive this year!Hope Charlie has a great day tomorrow and Kauto,of course!Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank and all the sweeties.Love and hugs.SheenaX

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      Dear Sheena:

      Wow, hope Miss Spring arrives soon for poor Nissy and his Peeps. I bringing Charlie a birthday cake tomorrow afternoon. Happy Birthday to Kauto too. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Sheena:

    Goodnight. Thank you for Nissy and Summer. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank and all the Sweeties

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI, V and Montey:

    Goodnight. Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, will always love you.

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    The adorable filly who did the back flip while learning to stand..hence named Back Flip…is running Saturday in the Bourbonette Oaks….at Turfway…i think she is the favorite but could be wrong…Go Girl

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      It’s great to see pics of Zenny enjoying the snow. Thank you Alys and Team Z for posting them & sharing them with us.
      So sad to hear of the passing of Wise Dan’s sire. We have lost another good one…
      Carol, How is your rehab coming? Do you have a tentative date of when you will be able to go home yet? I hope it is soon.
      The place where I go to physical therapy has the best ice packs & I had always wanted one in the past. They’re selling them now so I was able to buy one this time. It cost $15, but is well worth it. It’s a large size & is big enough to use on a horse if I needed to.
      I am scheduled to go back to work next Thursday. I was supposed to be out only 6 weeks, but it will be 9 by the time I go back to work. Although I’d like to stay out longer, I can’t afford to with getting only 1/2 pay. I am thankful that I am getting that; there are many people that don’t get paid when they don’t work.
      Marshall, how are the dogs getting along? Has Hobo been adopted? I have been praying for him & hope that he has. The woman who fostered Honeygirl, the first rescue I adopted now has a male named Yogie, who I really like. Lucky for him, she will keep him until she finds a good forever home for him. I wish I could afford a third dog…
      Amy had surgery on her left hind leg again today. I will be doing physical therapy on her once her incision heals to try to get her to use her that leg again.
      Safe trips & good luck to all the horses racing this week. This goes for all horses from the claimers to the horses in the big stakes races…

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        Donna, So glad you are better. Praying for Amy that her leg will heal well and quickly. It sounds like your PT is going well. God’s blessings to you for healing for you and for Amy. with love Elizabeth

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        Dear Donna Z.,
        Hope Amy improves quickly with the physical therapy and that she will use that hind leg properly again. Best Healing Wishes to her!
        Glad that you are doing well. Healing Wishes to you, too!

        Bailey and Huey are doing quite well together. Bailey is a sweet gem of a girl and very energetic. I am sorry to report that I don’t know anything more about Hobo. I was checking the shelter website until one day he was not there — I can only hope that he was adopted, but I was afraid to call for fear that he was euthanized. I feel guilty and sad that I could not handle three 50 lb. dogs. Timing is everything.

        How lucky that you found Honeygirl — lucky for both of you. I am glad that Yogie is safe until he finds a home, too.

        All the Best!
        Hugs and Love

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      Thanks for the reminder of Back Flip… I do remember seeing the little one do her back flip. Bless her sweet heart. I do hope she does well and has a safe trip.

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      Inspiring story, Judy. Thanks for posting. We hear names off and on, but it’s nice to finally learn someone’s history. Mr. Jerkens led an interesting and inspirational life. Hope you have a wonderful day and it’s ‘warmer’ there. with love, Elizabeth

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        Dear Elizabeth:

        Believe or not, they’re forecasting 1 to 3 inches of snow tomorrow. Spring, where are you?

        I followed Mr. Jerkens career and his horses as they raced mostly in New York and especially when he had entries during Saratoga meets and I always admired and respected him as a trainer. Seemed like a genuinely good person too. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Thanks for this post. Mr. Jerkens was apparently a good trainer and a very nice man.
      RIP Mr. Jerkens

      Hugs and Love

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      Dear Sheena:

      Happy 15th Birthday to Kauto Star and Happy 9th Birthday to Charlie. Love and Hugs, JB

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