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Checking in with Ziconic

Photo by Zoe Metz
Ziconic at Santa Anita, February 20. Photo by Zoe Metz

Happy Friday!

We loved hearing from so many of you following Ziconic’s debut. Trainer John Shirreffs reports that Ziconic looks great following his first race. His coat is shiny, his muscle tone is excellent, and has fully recovered from the race. John is pleased with his Febrauary 20 performance, saying “It gives us something to build upon.” Dottie added, “We love having Z’s colts with us, and getting to see both of them each day is a complete joy and thrill.”

Fun fact: Ziconic wore a special brow band in his debut, matching the one worn by his mom in the 2009 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes at Del Mar.

Ziconic and Zenyatta wear matching brow bands. Photo on left by John Shirreffs.
Ziconic and Zenyatta in matching brow bands. Photo on left by John Shirreffs.

Scroll down for more photos from Ziconic’s debut and watch the race again here.

Don’t forget that Coz’s birthday is next week! Come back to the blog on Tuesday to leave him birthday wishes.

Enjoy!
Team Z

Photo by Zoe Metz
Photo by Zoe Metz


Photo by Zoe Metz
Photo by Zoe Metz


Photo by Zoe Metz
Photo by Zoe Metz


Photo by Zoe Metz
Photo by Zoe Metz


Photo by Zoe Metz
Photo by Zoe Metz

Reader Interactions

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    Thank you very much to Team Zenyatta for sharing this great update on Ziconic!! The photots are all so wonderful and accentuate what a beautiful colt he is. I am so grateful you are continuing to share Zenny’s life with us as well as keeping us up to date on her gorgeous boys. Thank you!!

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    Love the pictures of Ziconic. He has such a gorgeous face. But, even if he looked like a troll I would love him just as much.

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    Good afternoon Zsters?

    Today’s devo:

    “I will extol the LORD at all times;
    His praise will always be on my lips.
    I will glory in the LORD; let the afflicted hear and rejoice.
    Glorify the LORD with me; let us exalt His name together.
    I sought the LORD, and He answered me;
    He delivered me from all my fears.
    Those who look to Him are radiant;
    their faces are never covered with shame.”

    {Psalm 34:1-5, NIV}
    Radiant Faces . . .

    I see the way her shoulders slump, the way her countenance betrays the pain she’s so desperate to conceal. I see the way she’s feeling her way through the darkness of her everyday, wondering if it’s worth the always-draining effort it takes to put one foot in front of the other.

    I see the way she struggles to breathe under the suffocating fear that hope is a mirage.

    Yet, I also see her kneeling in prayer — a woman weighted with pain — but satiated in His presence. I see the way she seeks her Savior, daring to trust in the One who holds the unforeseen. And I see the way He enfolds her in His embrace, loving her past her flaws.

    Her face reflects His light.

    The pain may still be there. But He is there too.

    Because He answers when we call. The Creator of beauty and goodness and truth chooses us — even when we’re struggling to choose Him.

    HugZ❤ prayerZ, vamp

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    He is looking fabulous. Another chestnut to just drool over. Glad to hear he came out of the race doing well.

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    Hi there Ziconic!

    I was busting with pride @ the effort you put in on your very first start. Well done! Thank you Team Z for these great photos by Zoe. I actually have two of Coz taken by Zoe and I just love them. Looks like I’ll have to get hold of her to buy some of Ziconic too.

    Peppermint kisses to My Big Girl and Baby-2-B, as well as to the boys. A hug as infinite as love to you, Z Princess.

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    Judy,
    Think you are a fan of Isabella Sings. She worked today at Palm Beach training center.4 F 49:39 Breezing.

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      Dear Shirlee:

      Yes, love Isabella; beautiful Chestnut girl. Love her daddy too, Eskendereya. Hope he has a good life in Japan. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Super Saturday Meydan Racecourse 05-03-16, RACE REPLAY
    Race 6 Group 1 Al MAktoum Challenge R3 – Emirates Airline
    MeydanRacing Published on Mar 5, 2016
    SPECIAL FIGHTER (IRE) – FERNANDO JARA
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNavHuRpnZo

    Well away and soon out in front under Fernando Jara, Special Fighter was able to get into his rhythm and, never under pressure for the lead, dictated proceedings.
    The pair soon shot clear of Hong Kong challenger, Gun Pit and the Doug Watson-trained Faulkner and, with US contender Keen Ice labouring in the mid division, it was soon apparent that Special Fighter had the race sewn up in a new course record time of 2:03.01.
    http://www.dubairacingclub.com/news/special-fighter-steps-dubai-world-cup-ring-dominating-super-saturday-prep

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      Dear BGG:

      Really smooth win by the beautiful Chestnut, Special Fighter. Thanks for posting the replay. Another day for Keen Ice. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Beautiful, beautiful boy is Ziconic! ;) He is a good one, just like his momma! Thanks to
    John, Zoe and all of Team Z for this awesome update. Also, thank you to Sue Colvin
    for the beautiful devotional. :)

    Blessings to all in the Land of Zen!

    Peace,
    Kathy from SoCal (San Diego)

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    Dear Judy.Hope all is well with you.I left a link to you-tube on previous page for you mini-mother’s video is there.Summer flew to San Jose for a show this weekend and Binga’s ultrasound results were excellent so maybe it was something she ate.Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX

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      Dear Sheena:

      We’re doing OK here; thank you for your sweet concern. Will go back and check out the video of mini-mother. Thank you for posting it for me; she’s an absolute doll. Hope Summer does well at the show. Great news on Binga. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties

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    So glad to know that our boy came out of the race well – can’t wait to see what’s next!! He is just soooooo beautiful, and what fun to know that his brow band was just like Mom’s! Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing these wonderful pictures – just no words for how much we appreciate these great treats ❤️

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    Dear Team Z:

    Thank you for these gorgeous photos of the beautiful Red Prince. Love seeing him being lead by Mario. Love and Hugs, JB

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      PS:

      Just noticed in a few of the photos, ZI dealt with the sand flying in his face really well. Very determined boy! Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear Judy, Thank You so much for this replay. Could watch it over and over. What a beautiful boy. I don’t think I could choose between Gun Runner and Shagaf in the Derby, and I know you know why. Yep, both great grand sons of my Dear Love, Quiet American.

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        Dear Judy, I am also going to have a really hard time in the Kentucky Oaks this year. Love SongBird But also dearly love Cathryn Sophia beautiful Granddaughter of Street Cry. Don’t think I can choose on this one either.

        • Dear Peggy:

          Agree; really tough choices to make in both the Derby and the Oaks this year. May have to choose Exacta Boxes. Love and Hugs, JB

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      How exciting. Those Berni boys are blooming and I bet another one will soon join the club.
      Yes, many left to grab some points.

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    Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI and DC:

    Goodnight. Stay cozy and comfy in your stalls. Happy Dreams and Sweet Baby Dreams Z. Love You. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, will always love you.

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      Thank you for posting this Judy! AP looks like such a darling. I hope he isn’t bored.

      Nah. He isn’t bored:)

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      Dear Judy B.,
      Thanks for this link. I am so happy to hear that our hero is adjusting so well to his new life.
      Most of all, I love that his wonderful temperament is still intact! Apparently, he is still a big ol’ Love-Bug!! Sweet!

      Hugs and Love

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        Dear Ann and Marshall:

        Will be looking forward to photos of AP’s babies next year. Big ol’ Love Bug; too cute! Love and Hugs, JB

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      Judy,
      Thanks for posting about Old Friends. The fire occurred on my birthday so I did have a gift check that I could share with them toward rebuilding the barn. A miracle no human or horse was hurt. The weather that morning was horrible.

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        My Dear Shirlee:

        Happy Belated Birthday. Yes, thank God no one was hurt. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear BGG:

      What a unique and beautiful looking TB. Fantastic win and ride too. Thanks for sharing. Love and Hugs, JB

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    March 6 Cherokee Devotional

    Wide prairies and grassy hills are showing a sheen of green in protected places. Then snow begins to spit and grains of sleet show up on the walk. This is spring trying to begin. Time changes with us when we blow hot and cold. We are not precise, we play it by our emotions, and we know how the emotions can waver like a flag in the wind. We prosper greatly when we stop and give thanks any number of times a day. Without gratitude we have difficulty bringing anything new and better into our lives.
    Soon the sun will shine more, the flowers will bloom, baby squirrels will play around the nest and our hearts will lift and sing. Such little things deserve to be appreciated because they feed our souls. Spring is on its way and the cold cloudy days will give way to mellow breezes and colors we could not have imagines. The earth and we are of one mind-pause and be renewed.

    The earth and myself are of one mind.
    -Chief Joseph, Nez Perce

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    Ziconic is getting more breathtakingly handsome every time I see a new picture of him!! I was so proud of his efforts in his first race, and I thought Gary was the perfect jockey for him. I hope that all of Zenny’s kids will have either Gary or Mike on their backs!!!

    Well, I don’t know about anyone else, but I have already started pacing for Zenny and her new baby. I can hardly wait to see Z16! I pray for a healthy foal, and an easy and safe delivery!!

    I am so thankful that the Moss’ are still so generous in sharing Zenny’s life with all of us who love her, and her offspring so very much!!!!!

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    Dear Sheena,

    We’re getting some rain this morning! I hope you have a blessed day. The FB furbabies I’ve visited are doing well. Love and hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy XOXO

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      Dear Kathy.A blessed Sabbath and mothering sunday to you.Oh,gosh rain in CA!I have just been reading a fascinating story about a Polish Arabian horse called Magic.I have posted it on your timeline she is 46yrs old and was 32 when she had her last foal The Manns also own him,She is in rude health and teaches children to ride.I think Patricia got the story from horse and man.Still no signs of Fubu 3 weeks now.Lots of mothers and foals pics up today,Have a great day.Love and hugs to you,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and SugarSheenaXOXO.

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    I knew he was going to be something special! I love this beautiful boy!! You made everyone proud, and the best part, you loved doing it!!! You even looked at the grandstand as you went by, just like mom!!!!

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    I commented pre race, as we were watching the TV and wondering if I would see any of the SoCal Dumplings, that his head band and leg wraps were the same as his Mom’s and how good he looked. Happy to know that he came out of the race well after an amazing effort.
    Early days yet but I’m hoping to see Songbird at the BC. Vic and I think that like Zenny she could beat the boys.

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    Mothering Sunday.As we celebrate this special day in the UK I think of you dear Zenyatta as you wait to become a mum again .I,also,remember my own darling mother and mums everywhere.”A mother’s love is something that no one can explain”Have a happy day with love from me and all your British fans.SheenaX

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    Bonjour Zenyatta,

    Wow!

    Ziconic pulled a “Zenyatta” in his debut. I watched the race several times as it made me happy.

    Love the special brow band, too. So sweet!

    I am eager to watch his next race as well as Cozmic One.

    Can’t wait to learn about your new baby. Hope it is a girl.

    Lots of love to you, Zenyatta, Cosmic One, and Ziconic. I haven’t forgotten
    about Princess Z. So sad that she is gone.

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