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Friday Photos From Lane’s End

Photo by Tyler Matson
Photo by Tyler Matson

Happy Friday!

We spent the week with Zenyatta at Lane’s End Farm. Here are a few photos from our trip.

Enjoy!
Team Z

Photo by Tyler Matson
Photo by Tyler Matson


Photo by Tyler Matson
Photo by Tyler Matson


Photo by Tyler Matson
Photo by Tyler Matson


Photo by Tyler Matson
Photo by Tyler Matson


Photo by Tyler Matson
Photo by Tyler Matson


Photo by Tyler Matson
Photo by Tyler Matson


Photo by Tyler Matson
Photo by Tyler Matson


Photo by Tyler Matson
Photo by Tyler Matson


Photo by Tyler Matson
Photo by Tyler Matson


Photo by Tyler Matson
Photo by Tyler Matson

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    September 26 Cherokee Devotional

    Walk with me to the edge of the woods and hear the birds. They haven’t all gone south, some stay the winter. The cardinal will later perch in the evergreens and make the snow seem whiter-but now he sings in the bottomland that is protected from the wind.
    See the last of summer’s flowers, the sunflower that is a great deal bigger than the palm of your hand. And watch the lone jet draw lines from one horizon almost to the other before the wind scatters his lines. Even when the season seems to be taking away all that the land has produced-remember the potential is still there, and so is yours.

    We gave you our hearts. You now have them.
    Satank
    Kiowa

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    Dear Kathy.I set my alarm this morning and then I was in Horsey Heaven!Frankel and Banstead Manor on “The Morning Line”.I tried to send you a video on FB but something about privacy so it’s on my own timeline.It was such a gorgeous early autumn morning.The stallions were finishing off their breakfast(Frankel has an enormous appetite)and then he had to eat a couple of fallen apples on his way to the paddock.It’s such a beautiful stud 7 star accommodation.Rob cares for him and Oasis Dream aka Brad Pitt.
    Poor fubu is having a bad time without his pain meds Kimberly is hoping she can get him to the vet.News of Mr No Ears is going worldwide now.Mango has had many gifts in memory of Katybug who arrives back home today.Gosh,it’s still so hot in Arizona 107F Zoe went naked for her visit to Mr Al.He’s had a fascinating life.Wimbley is loving his abventure Milo and Mr Fibbs are busy at home and dad watched a mobie!He has to stock up on snacks before moving on.Some good racing on today even jumps from Market Rasen Lumiere has just won and maybe will come out to the BC a lovely 2yr old grey.Mark Johnston trains.Hope you have a great Saturday.Love and hugs to you,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.SheenaXOXODid you see those doggies having fun in the pool?

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      Dear Sheena,

      Hello my friend in Wales! i look forward to seeing that video! Thank you for trying to send it to me. It’s so great when we get to see into the lives of the thoroughbred superstars. Horsey Heaven, indeed! I’m very worried about Fubu. Not sure how bad he’ll have to be before Kimberly thinks it’s time to let him go. I feel bad for both of them…That’s good that Mr No Ears is getting more and more publicity! People have always been so kind to Mango, but even more so now that she lost her beloved Katybug. I hope having Katybug’s ashes back home will give the family some comfort. I think that was a wise decision to not dress Zoe up with 107F. Mr. Al’s life is so interesting. I love hearing his stories! Wimbley is quite the adventurer. He’s smart to keep plenty of snacks. Enjoy all the racing today. Congratulations to Lumiere. What a lovely name! I did see all those dogs in the pool. Wonderful video! Have a great Saturday. Love and hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy XOXO

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      Thousand Stars came in last at Merano. He made a few jumping mistakes and that was it. Don’t care. Love him anyway. The Fly got a warm reception from the crowd and will parade again tomorrow. Mullins is running Perfect Gentleman.

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    beautyfull Zenny always like to see you in videos, your tail lights in sun, you move and look well, do all quietly and not quickly, drink clean not cold water, eat well, sleep in deep soft straw, wide paddock is well, it is well that you are on air with other two mares, may be some later will be more cold weather and will not to be flyes, like to see different colours of your coat in sun, like to see how your ears moves to different sides, it is when horse feel herself quietly, Zenny i like comment Deb E about you ” crunch crunch crunch ……..mmmmmmmm…….. ” :-) , Zenny good news about Coz, he found way how lightly to breeze on long belmont course, he breezed well on september25 2015, time interval from previous quick breeze was one week

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    Bentley heal your foot not quickly and well, walk carefully, Coz well quick breeze september25 2015, Coz i believe that you are quick 1 1/16 mile spring autumn mild winter horse with heavy control, Coz i like your photos when you with not pulled reings carry Victor in winter training race with lil juvenile filly in santa anita, Mike Smith have experience of sloppy races, he breezed on back of Zenny, he feeled when Shared Belief couldnt to breeze in Charlestown, Gary Stevens is busy on Beholder, may be Joel Rosario ? , ask Tug about this he know jockeys, i like how Kevlin breeze on your back :-) , simply to light bridle for not to pull your air, dont stumble in gate, keep safe distance, dont cross way of other horses, dont breeze near left fence because of you are big horse, more time keep whip in left hand, look free way in free space in second row, to breeze on full gallop speed on sloppy course, dont change lead legs often and keep quiet mooving in turns on dry hard course, feel all four legs and glidely decrease speed if something in legs even lil is not well, Coz on course you look like your mom Zenny, Coz hear Tug, walk and have bath after breeze, drink clean not cold water, eat well, sleep in deep soft straw, care of back legs hooves health, eat apples, say to Zi too, Sharla Rae carefully breeze in Doug O’Neill racing stable, Lady Eli can quietly walk now time, Coz say hello to Zi and stablemates, beautyfull Zenny Zi Coz and mates stay comfy and cozy, kiss your soft noses, lil 14z Dubai im remembering you

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    Go Red………………………………………..
    Listen, I know you got to face a Kitten and you drew the Rail but I still hope you can do it.
    But, You got Javier on Board. Ya Hoo…………………………………
    Do it for PaPa, GrandPa, Great Great Grandpa’s and for your mom and their moms.
    Love Ya Red Rifle.

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      Ahhh, So Sorry Red, But Big Blue Kitten did wonderful. Congratulation to him and all his connections. Next time Red. Love Ya

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    Dear Max.Thanks for news of Thousand stars.As long as the horse is well that’s the main thing.I’m glad the Fly got a warm reception.I heard Take Charge Brandi may be retired.Banstead Manor don’t board mares only their own so I have no idea where Ebby would have lodged while over here.Sheena.

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      I think that Stars is okay after the race. Mullins said that Stars did not like the jumps or the turns on the course. It’s just over 2 miles. He’s truly a great horse, 11 years old and still going strong. He’s owned by the same guys who own Quevega.
      I don’t know where Ebby stayed either, but her owner probably made an arrangement with a yard for her to lodge until her return to the U.S. Moose would probably let her stay at his place. He loves the ladies, and Ebby is a beautiful one.
      Glad that you enjoyed your show about Frankel and Brad Pitt.

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        Dear Max.Sarah has just posted a photo of the Fly on FB.He looked relaxed and happy.There so many stables in Newmarket in which Ebby could have stayed.She would have loved the summer months up in Yorkshire with the Moose I think.Rob said Frankel acts like a gentleman(Henry taught him well)in the breeding shed but Oasis aka Brad goes in all guns blazing!It really is the most beautiful stud farm.Sheena.

        • Brad Pitt is only 15.3 hands. He might think that he has to impress these ladies. It is interesting that his dam is Hope and Frankel’s momma is Kind.
          Juddmonte in Newmarket is a very beautifully kept place. It’s a horse paradise. Newmarket in general is horsey heaven.

        • Dear Sheena,
          Not sure anyone is agressive as Tapit in the shed, he comes in jumping on his hind legs !!!!
          Love and hugs

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    Dear Sheena,
    The Joe Hirsh Turf Classic is on at Belmont, Shining Copper is now an ex- rabbit. He is running for the Ramsey’s with 1:10 odds and Big Blue Kitten is running. Favorite is Red Rifle. Slumber is also running.
    Love and hugs

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    OMG. TVG and other put her into the class of RA and our Queen. They will not commit to AP winning the Classic. Here we go gang! Lots of comparisons to Z being brought back to race next year. Her owners and Gary continue to be amazed with her performance. Love it!

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      Beholder is another Zenyatta and or RA for sure !!!
      She has done more than Zenyatta, she is the only mare to win the Pacific Classic,
      The Mosses were asked to run Zenyatta in the Pacific Classic and they turned it down.
      She has not won 19 in a row, but she has won grade 1 at 2, 3 and 4 and 5, which Zenyatta did not do. She won BC at 2, 3 and 4, which Zenyatta did not do. So far Zenyatta is the only mare to win BCC, she is going to give AP a big challenge, he does not have a turn of foot like she does. He has a very fast gallop. But her turn of foot is very wicked and her race today was a little tune up, a very easy win, not by much. She could be HOY.

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        Beholder did not run in the BC at 4. She has a temperature which prevented her from racing. She has won twice in the BC, the Juvenile Fillies and the Distaff.

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        Actually she was ill with her flu like symptoms at 4 which she gets every so often; her head case issues have been worked out by papa Mandella.

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      Sheena, This is so De Ja Vue, SongBird reminds me so much of Rachel Alexandra. She is just so beautiful too. Should be a great year next year. Some really nice 2 year olds. I think Uncle Mo’s son is great too. OK, think his name is Linquest. I’ve just had a lapse of memory.

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      Dear Sheena,
      Songbird is quite the talented 2 year old. Nice race around 2 turns. Very gorgeous, Mike says she is big so she can push other horses around and push herself through situations.
      She is a real talent with a good mind, conformation and knows how to race.
      Love and hugs

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    Dear Sheena:

    Goodnight and God Bless. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties

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    Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI and Montey:

    Goodnight. Hope you’re all comfy and cozy in your stalls. Sweet Baby Dreams Z. Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, will always love you.

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    I love all these beautiful pictures of our Queen!!! That baby bump is getting bigger!!! Think pink!!! And I just love reading everyone’s comments on here and all the positive vibes all of crazy loyal Zenyatta fans put out there just like our beloved girl did and still continues to do through her owner’s sharing her with us as well as her two boys!!! Can’t wait to hear and see more from #Cozmic One and #Ziconic!!! And to keep up with the latest from everyone on here!!! Does anyon know if #Life Is Sweet and #Zenyatta are back in the same mare barn and paddock this year? Does anyone know anything about LIS? I got to meet both of them two years ago this November during my trip to Lane’s End and this is when Zenyatta was in foal to our little precious angel Z Princess and they were stable and paddock mates again. I’ve followed LIS since her days with John too…she is so sweet and loving. Wish there was a way to share my pictures with you all!!! ????????????

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    Dear Judy.Gosh ,Beholder is a fantastic mare!I saw Bentley on the farm’s FB and wished him well.Also saw the famous Frank!!only 7 days to the Arc!Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank and Bentley.Love and hugs SheenaX

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    Bayern retired, goes to Hill n Dale
    Jay Privman DRF Live Santa Anita , 2015-09-26
    Bayern has been retired, owner Kaleem Shah just informed me in a text, saying
    “Bayern has given my family memories of a lifetime

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    September 27 Cherokee Devotional

    Eli si said, “Lie on the earth with your feet higher than your head when you are very tired. Roll your feet to keep from making noise. No one hears you and it rests your feet.”
    She said, “Lonesome? Sing. When Indian sing he touch something higher than himself.
    “Not feel good? Put bare feet on bare ground. Healing rise out of deep pulse of earth. Can’t think? Close eyes and go to mountains in your heart. Mountains just a place but trip take you out of worried mind. High-priced medicine don’t compare to natural. Reach toward sky and raise up on toes-several times. It might not help you-but who knows.”

    All who go through among my people may find peace when they come in.
    Ten Bears
    Comanche

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    Does anyone know if there has been any movement on Ziconic racing as a 2 year old? I don’t think there has ever been a winner of the spring classics, that hasn’t run as a two year old. From what they said about him at the farm, and the way he was training with the other horse ion the track, he looks like he certainly has the idea, and enjoys what he is doing. He has a lot of mom’s qualities, but don’t forget he has a pretty good dad too! I’d like to see him given a chance!

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    Dear Sheena,

    All the FB furbabies I’ve checked on seem to be doing well today. Have a blessed Sabbath and enjoy your day. Love and hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy XOXO

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    Dear Kathy.A blessed Sabbath to you too.Beautiful day over here.Gosh,your devotional brought back some memories.My Mum would always sit with her legs raised when tired and I would play barefooted a lot.Mud pies were always my speciality.The simple ways were the best.No news of Fubu after the vets visit.Miss Diane sent a beautiful painting of Katybug and Mango to the family.She is so talented.They will feel better now that Katy is home.I scattered my Katie’s ashes before I moved she “belonged”in her home.Channel4 said Frankel’s video was only aimed at a specific audience so I have posted it on my own timeline.Have a great day.Love and hugs to you,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.SheenaXOXO

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      Perfect Gentleman did not finish today in the 3 mile jump race at Merano. He collided with another horse and tossed off short guy. Both PG and shorty are however okay. That’s the main thing as they can race again another day. As usual The Fly got the best of the trip. Back to Ireland now for the Mullins raiders.

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    Dear Tizgood,
    I too, think Beholder should be considered for HOY due to her fantastic list of accomplishments you gave, especially if she wins the Classic with that wicked beautiful turn of foot. Like Zenny, nothing intimidates her.

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      Dear Faithful Z supporter,
      What a year to have a TC winner and such a great mare!!! I would not like to be on the Eclipse award commitee. I think they should make co-HOY as a TC winner does deserve the have the honors and I doubt there is one that did not receive HOY. Beholder has such a phenomenal body of work over her 3 years as well.
      May the best horse win. She is already a champion.
      Love and hugs

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