Happy Friday!
Are you excited about the Kentucky Derby? We are, and we want to wish the best of luck to all of the horses and their connections!
Zenyatta and Baby Z have been in the Kentucky news recently. Be sure to check out both of these video segments:
Born To Run—WDRB 41 Louisville and Zenyatta’s First Foal A Handful—wave3.com
We will be returning next week with the second installment of our Lane’s End interview series, this time with assistant broodmare manager Donna Vowles. In the meantime, here’s a short video that was taken in early April by Ann Moss. She really captured Z’s excitement about peppermint treats!
Enjoy your weekend!
-Team Z
suew/Va
Zenny, you were mentioned furing Derby coverage today. You always seem to be on everyone’s minds.
Barbara Wood (Texas)
Wow! What a day. SO thankful they are safe. Anyone have info. on Calvin/Take Charge Indy? I did not expect Daddy Long Legs to finish well from that position and the long trip over.
Congratulations to I’ll Have Another! Like Brenda S., we saw Flower Alley cover a mare in ’09 as well. Wouldn’t it be something if either of us saw him from the very beginning?
Congrats to Bodemeister–what a great run!
And Dullahan/Mining My Own–what a girl.
Congrats John Shirreffs too!
I don’t know how the men stood it in that heat/humidity, wearing suits.
Now it’s on to the Preakness.
@Andrea–any word on Blanchie?
Barbara Wood (Texas)
How could I have forgotten to congratulate my heartthrob??? SHACK IS BACK!!!
Shari Voltz from Ohio
Hi Z Family My little Hansen had some trouble but the children and I will still love him. I so enjoyed watching the races today. I wish NBC would show more horseracing. I enjoy reading all the posts. Sending my love to all. I love you Zenyatta and the Little Prince, Shari XXXOOO
Terry Crow GP
Don’t give up on Hansen.
Stella Bagwell South Texas
Love the videos of Zenyatta and Baby Z. Thank you so much for sharing them with us. Looks as though he has lots of personality–like his mother! :)
Congratulations to I’ll Have Another. What a great Derby with such a splendid field of horses this year!
Love to Zenyatta, Baby Z, and all her connections.
Stel
MAUREEN
Amen to Andrea’s prayer for the horses and their jockey’s for this derby weekend.
When is Bernie’s sweet boy racing, I’ll root for him.Go Alpha!
Now to the matter at hand, it was a treat seeing the video’s of Queen Z and her pesky darling Prince!!!!!. He is just toooooo adorable. All that Running and Prancing, precious.Always brings to mind the name, BORN TO RUN.
I love the fact that he is so feisty and opinionated, ain’t no one telling him what to do except his darling mama. God Bless and keep them both safe. All that running the Queen is doing chasing Prince around, is it good for her?, given her condition. I guess its all good or else they wouldn’t allow it.
Enough writing, LOL to all, till next time, God Bless the Mosses and all the people taking care of our loved ones.
Peggy (N) South Georgia
Congratulations to I’ll Have Another and all the Connections. Congratulations to Flower Alley. The California Horses should be so proud. And, yes yes yes Great Job again, Shackleford. So glad all the horses came home safely. Daddy Long Legs I love Ya. Love, Peggy Oh, Lava Man so glad to see you…………………………….
Terry Crow GP
I admit that I was wrong about the horses who raced in California. However, it has still been a long time since a Cal bred won the Derby.
Barb(Skip)Juliet
I was so overjoyed that Shack won that the Derby felt like an anticlimax. I was for Mike on Bodemeister and for Gemologist. What in heck happened to Gemologist? He finished at the back of the pack. And Rags–what happened to our handsome Rags? The important thing is–they all came home safe, both horses and jockeys. At least that’s what we know so far…
Believe it or not, I have heard and read some wags blaming Mike for having Bodemeister lose! He was supposed to lay back until Trinniberg was tired and then surge ahead. Instead, he let Bode take the lead. To me, it was a wonderful ride and he almost made it! What do you think? I say Mike did the best he could in such a strong field and i hope he gets the mount in the Preakness.
Question: no fillies have ever run in the Derby? I truly don’t know…
Max
Barb. So far only three fillies have won the Derby. This article discusses Genuine Risk and mentions the other two winners.
http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/horse/news/story?id=3541125
Barb/Skip/Juliet
Thank you, Max. Once I saw their names, I remembered two of them!
Kate Wheeler
I don’t know about the rest of you, but after a mere 32 years, I’m still cranky at Angel Cordero for bumping Genuine Risk as she was coming around to pass him and Codex in the Preakness. It was and still is one of the most outrageous moments in Triple Crown racing. I’ve never carried a grudge in life except this one, and i just don’t think I am getting over it.
Terry Crow GP
The best of the fillies to run in the Derby and lost were probably Silver Spoon and Althea.
Karen Gogue / Oh B♥by Oh!
I heard Bob Baffert’s interview after the race – he WAS happy with the way Mike rode Bodemeister. He said that he told Mike that if he wants to run, let him go. And that is what Mike did.
♥ JAG aka Auntie Judy ♥ Southern, CA
Karen, yes, Baffert said he doesn’t like getting 2nd, but that Mike rode Bode the best way. Don’t hold him back! Mike also said before the race that he would be off the lead or take the lead depending on how they broke from the gate. You can’t strangle a horse – you have to let it run its race! :-)
Terry Crow GP
Agree completely. More races are lost by jocks strangling their horses back than by letting them run. Mike’s ride was a good one.
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Yes, Karen has it right–Bob Baffert was happy with the ride. High hoof to Bodemeister and Mike for a great race! And congratulations of course to our other west coast star I’ll Have Another and his 25-year-old jockey Mario Gutierrez, from Mexico via Canada, who now is going to move out of a motel and find more permanent lodgings in So Cal!
Terry Crow GP
No matter how well a jock rides a horse, if he doesn’t win he will always have critics.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Terry C:
So true. Hugs, JB
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Skip:
I agree, Mikey and Bode ran a great race. Hugs, JB
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Skip:
Three fillies won the Derby:
Regret 1915
Genuine Risk 1980
Wining Colors 1988
Quite a feat.
Diana_NV
Z, your foal is something else. He squeals like a pig. I’ve never seen anything like it. He obviously has a great airway. He’s keeping you in shape too, isn’t he?
Hats off to I’ll Have Another and his California connections!! Great ride, Mario!! And maybe he will have another (the Preakness) and another (the Belmont).
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Congratulations to Morning Line, Smokin’ Joe Talamo and John Shirreffs on their win in the 33rd Mervyn Leroy Handicap (GII)!
♥ JAG aka Auntie Judy ♥ Southern, CA
High Hoof! I watched that race :-)
Karen Gogue / Oh B♥by Oh!
Link to my video of I’ll have Another winning the Santa Anita Derby – crazy in the winners circle! Enjoy the connections going wild!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DC2k-omI8jc
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
Thanks, Karen, I had not had a chance to see that race! It was something. The horses look marvelous.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Karen G.:
So enjoyed your video of I’ll Have Another’s win at SA on 4/7/12. Had never seen him run before the Derby. Very impressive. I absolutely enjoyed the conversation about Z in the 2010 BCC and Little Z. I think Z won in the BCC too and, most importantly, I think she thought she did. Love and Hugs, JB
Shema
what a thrill to see these videos! thank you so much team Z. I sure was missing the updates. this will hold me for a little bit. love to hear how Baby Z is doing and to see mom and babe running together.. both baby Z and baby R have similar face marking, so interesting!
Karen Gogue / Oh B♥by Oh!
And congratulations to Ann and Jerry Moss on their double wins today at Golden Gate Fields. Piano Man with Russell Baze won, and Sarbonne won a claiming race with Russell Baze up. We will have to keep an eye on Sarbonne – he was another workout mate of Zenny’s like El Vino.
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Thanks for this update, Karen, and congratulations to the Mosses.
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
That’s great!
suew/Va
YES…congrats to the Mosses on their wins!
Terry Crow GP
Piano Man? Was he named after Billy Joel?
Marshall (NC broad)
Congratulations to I’ll Have Another and his connections! Great run!! Dullahan did a good job, too, and Bodemeister was a fireball. Union Rags did quite well to finish in 7th after all the trouble he had. I am so happy that all seemed to have come out of the race safe and well.
Brenda S.,
I agree with you that Evan Williams Honey Reserve makes a heavenly drink. Thanks for the word! Cheers!
Abigail in Montreal,
Great to see you posting here! Hope all is well with you!
Goodnight and pleasant dreams to all!
Marshall (NC broad)
One more thing:
Congratulations to Shackleford, too! Great to have you back and glad they have your distance right!
P.S. Lava Man, you Rock!
Sweet dreams!
signofthetimes
So very very very happy Shack knew he could
Fight to the wire at 7/8 ths, instead just giving
Up. He is a one turn 7/8 guy and I understand they
Are going to keep him short. Love to see that white
Blaze coming down the track in front.
Linda Edwards in NJ
Congratulations to Shack. I just love that horse.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Sign:
So happy for Shack too. He looked so confident and determined in that race. Think his connections finally got it right; keep him in sprints. He’s so beautiful and courageous. Always gives his all. Hugs, JB
♥ JAG aka Auntie Judy ♥ Southern, CA
Marc Doche: Jockeys On The Kentucky Derby
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16tcCiM1n90&feature=relmfu
Dawn Conrad / Colorado
Dear Zenyatta. Well my beautiful girl, it has been so wonderful to see all of the pictures and videos of you and your little Prince these past several weeks. He is so very, very special; growing like a weed and developing a personality to match his amazing mother!! My heart soared watching you and he racing across your paddock, with your tail flagged into the air. It brought me back to that day not so long ago when you were released in your paddock at Lane’s End for the first time. You were beautiful beyond words then and you still are. I received my “It’s a Boy” poster. I love it! Thank you to wonderful Team Z and everyone at Lane’s End for keeping us up to date and sharing so many fantastic photos, videos and gift items. Leonard and Krista at your Zenyatta shop are the best!
What a great weekend of racing this has been. I watched the Oaks last night. It was so special to see Believe You Can win. Such an accomplishment for Rosie and this wonderful filly’s connections. I was glued to the TV all of today watching Derby Day. Too fun!!!!!! How I was cheering Bodemiester and Mikie on, they were just nipped at the wire. I’ll Have Another ran beautifully. So many gorgeous horses and amazing behind the scenes stories. Reasons I love the sport so.
It saddened me a great deal to hear of Dynaformer’s passing. I received an e-mail from Three Chimneys just before they released the news to the press. It brought tears as I read it. I had seen him several times when visiting the farm, he had such a presence. I also got to spend time with his son Purim at Richland Hills. He was so very much like his sire and absolutely gorgeous. Now they are both gone from us. RIP.
To all of my amazing Z-friends, how I have missed being with you. I have just spent the last few hours catching up and reading every post in the blogs since I last wrote. Shari is correct; a lot has been going on in my life. Work has been hectic since I got back from Washington DC, mother had her surgery (she is doing great), my dear friend lost her father and other friend had her thoroughbred jumper die of colic. To top it off, it was time for my annual check-up at the Mayo Clinic. Luckily, they allowed me to have the tests run at our regional area hospital, so I did not have to travel to Scottsdale. The first week was waiting for results, which were that the tumor had grown, not exactly what I wanted to hear. The next week was waiting for the surgeon to decide what that meant to me. I am sure you have all experienced those times when you just feel like you have hit a wall. No matter how optimistic you are, when you have had some serious diagnoses and surgeries before a little doubt can creep in. I was emotionally and physically exhausted. The word finally came this Friday and the decision is that although the tumor has gotten larger, it is not currently posing a threat that would warrant the surgery which would be required to remove it. We will continue to monitor. PRAISE BE, LIFE IS GOOD!!!!
I have to apologize if I worried some of you. Shari and I had been talking on the phone about her farther also and she voiced some of your concerns for me and I read others tonight. I cannot tell you how much your kind thoughts mean to me and touch my heart. I find strength in knowing that you would be there for me if I am ever in need, with your prayers and well wishes. Thank you!!!
Sweet dreams to Zennie, baby Z12 and each of my dear Z-friends. To Dottie, you’re the best!! I love you all in Dumplinghood!!! Hugs and kisses. Dawn XXXXOOOO
Dawn Conrad / Colorado
There was a thought I wanted to share with all of you that I think describes the Zen-magical spirit of our friendships and the difference we can make in the lives we may touch:
To the world you might just be one person, but to one person, you might just be the world.
Good night.
Keta
Dearest Dawn,
You said it so well.
Know that we are here for support, love & prayers
Hugs, Keta
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
Dawn, I’m sorry your tumor grew, “not exactly what [you] wanted to hear”, is putting it mildly!! But glad “it is not currently posing a threat” that requires surgery — is certainly good news. Congratulations on that.
Especially Horses / Southern California
Dawn,
Thank you for sharing with us, and although the tumor grew what a blessing to know you don’t need surgery. It is nice to know you are in contact with Shari (our teacher), I think very highly of her.
Terry Crow GP
Dawn-Good to hear from you. I am not going to intrude on the optimistic tone of your post and will just say welcome back!
signofthetimes
So glad the decision was no surgery.
Sure have missed your posts.
Peggy (N) South Georgia
Dear Sis Dawn, so glad to see your post. I am so glad that the tumor does not require surgery. Your always in my prayers. Love, Peggy
Sue Fredrick - Wisconsin- Elated
Dear Dawn,
So glad to hear from you again, and that you and your mom are doing okay. You always maintain that wonderfully positive spirit! I shall add you to my prayers in hopes that awful tumor goes away. Hugs
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
Dear Dawn Conrad, What a great day this is seeing you here. You have recently had much on your plate. I am happy to hear your mom is doing good now, hope your friend is too. I will be thinking of you, always with a little prayer, even if you can not get to this blog often.
Thankyou for the B-day wish; isn’t Trina something else!
Forever a dumpling, Sally
Dawn Conrad / Colorado
Sue Noel – Your stories and videos of Barnaby always bring a smile. You are both blessed to have found one another, he is a definite sweetheart. You are the living the dream for many of us who would love to have a horse of our own once again. Thank you for sharing!! Hugs, Dawn
Dawn Conrad / Colorado
Judy, Pam and Barbara (Skip) – HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY, GIRLS!!!! Judy, you remain in my thoughts and prayers always, it is so wonderful to see your posts. You are an amazing lady!! Barbara, your journey to support our beloved Judy was wonderful and truly demonstrates the family we have developed here. I hope you all had fun in celebrating your special day.
Trina, once again there are no words! You are an expression of love itself!
Hugs, Dawn
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Dawn:
Thank you for thinking of me. So good to hear from you and glad to know your Mom is doing great and that you will not need surgery at this time. Will pray for good reports for you. Love and Hugs, JB
Dawn Conrad / Colorado
Ashton and Cynthia H – How I hope both of you are doing well. I love reading your posts and hold each of you with Kari in my heart always. Ashton, I am so happy you had such a special time in Kentucky. The videos you posted were wonderful. Cynthia, my dear friend, I can’t wait to see you this fall! I will keep in touch until then. Love and hugs, Dawn
Dawn Conrad / Colorado
Karen G – Hello gorgeous!! It sounds like the cancer walk and Mikie’s party were great. Wish I could have been there. Thank you for sharing the videos and stories. You are fantastic!! Hugs, Dawn
Dawn Conrad / Colorado
Shari – Thank you for being such an remarkable friend!!! I was so happy to hear about the gift from Hansen’s owner. The little Hansen horses sound too cute!! And the gifts from Jennifer and Tim with Peppermint Pals are so special. I know many of your children have very difficult lives and it is wonderful to hear about them getting some simple joy in life. You bring so much to their lives and to mine. Love and hugs, Dawn
I can’t wait until June, we are going to have such a great time in Lexington!!!
Trina Nagele in So Cal
A Birthday Poem for Sally B.
(May 6, 2012)
Dearest Sally,
When you tally
Your blessings
On this birthday,
I’m guessing
You’ll say
Like many another
That family and close friends
(Human, canine and equine)
Top the list
Of what brings you bliss
And makes life for you fine.
In the family line,
You have a twin sister and a brother.
Before 2011
The latter’s health was in steep decline,
But his life was saved in the nick of time–
It may have been that your dear mother,
Already up in heaven
And thus in close proximity
To the Divinity,
Sought God’s help for your ailing brother.
Perhaps she stood right by God’s ear
And confided to Him her greatest fear —
That her son
From this earth would depart
Before his time here was done
For want of a healthy heart.
His own was failing–
Indeed he had only days left to live
Before he would breathe his last
When a matching donor to the next life passed
And was able to give
The life-saving bequest
That fulfilled a request
Made from desperation.
’Twas on the birthday
Of their mother
That Sally’s brother
Woke post-operation
With a new heart in his chest
And felt so deeply blessed.
Sally and her husband
Raised two sons
And now with two granddaughters
And one grandson
Have tons and tons
Of fun
Though those young ’uns
Recently caught her
Falling off a pogo stick!
Though it roused laughter
All around,
Sally found
It taught her
Her reflexes on that pogo stick
Might not be all that quick
As before,
And she’d like you to know
That thereafter
She chose to forego
Any more
Pogo!
Loyal readers here
Will recall
That Sally B and Sue Fredrick
Have been BFFs for many a year—
In fact they’ve been pals
Since they were both single gals.
Sally and Sue
Always found much to do,
Hiking, biking and riding,
Often with a dog along too.
Then both married
And yet their friendship forward carried,
First having great fun
As a young foursome,
Then raising families
With many joint activities.
Sally and her hubby
Remain to this date
Delightfully chummy
With Sue
And Sue’s wedded mate
Though now it’s a bit harder to do
Since the Fredricks did move
Ninety-some miles away.
Undaunted by distance, yesterday–
On the renowned
First Saturday
Of May—
The four, reunited, could be found
Where the Fredrick family now dwells
In the vicinity of Wisconsin Dells.
They all gathered ’round
A TV
The Derby to see,
Mint juleps in hand.
Each cheered of course
For their favorite horse
As the Thoroughbreds churned
Out of that final turn
And charged before the grandstand
To where Destiny
The winner awaited!
I’ll Have Another was fated
The roses to wear–
And indeed
He was one of the many
For whom Sally did care,
As she a week ago related.
Though she thought any
Of the entered twenty
Could carry the day,
Another of her stated picks
Was Mikie’s Bodemeister,
The gallant steed
Who for most of the race
Was on the lead
Setting the pace
And who gamely held on to place.
Surely this brought Sally a measure
Of pleasure,
But she had confessed
What she would truly like best:
Since she A P Indy does so treasure,
She was wishing
That the race might be won
By the A P Indy son
Who wound up finishing
Ahead of just one.
Jockey Calvin Borel
Had positioned Take Charge Indy well,
But when his pace
Began diminishing,
It became clear,
I fear,
That in this Derby race
He wasn’t on his game.
All the same,
Dear Sally, don’t dismay–
I feel confident to say
That this kin
Of your beloved A P Indy
Will return to race and WIN
Some other day.
Dear Sally,
You’ll be
Homeward bound
Today,
And along the way
Perhaps you’ll fondly contemplate
Possibilities
For the Triple Crown.
Once you’re again in town,
Your family will congregate
And very soon
This Sunday afternoon
Your home will reverberate
With happy sounds
All around
As you your birthday celebrate–
We hope it’s the best to date!
Happy birthday, Sally B, and many, many more!
Dawn Conrad / Colorado
Sally B – HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! How wonderful that your brother received such a miracle, what joy for you all. It is so important to have great friends in life and it sounds like you and Sue have a very special connection. That is the best gift of all!! Hope your birthday is absolutely terrific! Wasn’t the Derby fun!!!! Hugs, Dawn
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Hi, Dawn! So nice to see you posting. Hoping you and your dear mom continue well, especially post your mom’s gall bladder surgery.
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Oh, Dawn, I was reading from the bottom up and hadn’t seen your early morning posts. I’m SO glad you don’t need surgery now, and I hope things will stay that way. Have a great time with our dear Shari in Kentucky!
Especially Horses / Southern California
Happy Birthday Sally B, I’ve learned so much about you and Sue from Trina’s wonderful poem. May you and your husband safely travel home.
Especially Horses / Southern California
Trina, thank you for your giving heart.
Terry Crow GP
Trina-A truly epic poem. I can’t wish Sally B any more of a happy birthday than you have done. Sally-All I can add is please stay away from outhouses with loose doors.
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Terry, Remember when you suggested a poem might be order following the Great Pogo Stick Caper? How do you think I did with the rhymes for “stick” and “pogo”?
Trina Nagele in So Cal
OOPS–That was meant to be “in order.”
Terry Crow GP
I do remember. Even though I never could have done it, I was confident that if anybody could it was you. You are the master wordsmith and nobody can dispute that.
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
Terry, I will take your suggestion. However it is not so much the loose door on an outhouse I have to worry about, it is what Sue F. will do next! ha ha
Terry Crow GP
I am still thinking about those construction workers.
signofthetimes
Dear Trina,
Lovely, lovely, lovely poem for Sally B’s birthday.
Sally B,
Take Charge Indy was within striking distance,
But just injured his ankle. He is one of Indy’s most
Talented son’s. I wish him a speedy recovery and
A win in the BCC just like his Dad.
XXXOOO
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
Yes, sign — it’s a wonderful poem, Trina. Sally may be both laughing, and in tears.
Sign, thanks for that info on Take Charge Indy, I wondered, when Borel came in 19th.
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
Happy Birthday, Sally! One of our most famous rednecks from Wisconsin!
signofthetimes
I did not see Borel/Take Charge Indy drift back, but just saw
the final results.
I am just very thankful Calvin took care of TC Indy; he is such a very
kind man; I am trying to find the photo Stonestreet took of Calvin
and Rachel. He is hugging her head and she has her eyes closed;
like it is so good to see you, I have missed you and now I can relax.
Very touching, when I find it I will post it. It was on HRTV today.
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
Sign, I have finally my phone, computer and TV working!! I missed learning about TC Indys’ injury. Thanks for the heads up. It probably was that wet slop by the rail that did it. Below, I read he is going to have surgery to remove a chip? Thank God it was not worse. I do feel some of these awesome horses just did not have there fair chance out there.
I am happy for I’ll Have Another, Bodemeister and Dullahan. Dullahan sure charged forward toward the end nearly passing or tieing Bodemeister. I am tickled for Mike for sure.
signofthetimes
Oh my Sally B, what aweful technical problems.
I am hoping for TC Indy in the BCC 2012; his daddy won that one and may
this son of his can, too.
He is such a very special colt.
Linda Edwards in NJ
Happy Birthday Sally.
Darlene Daniels
Happy Birthday Sally!! I always enjoy all your posts.
Trina! Magnificent again! Thank you.
Sue Fredrick - Wisconsin- Elated
Trina,
Wonderful poem, you captured the highlights of Sally’s life, and some of the fun moments we have shared together. She will be tickled as we talked about your poem this weekend when we shared the Derby coverage. Hugs
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Trina:
Just beautiful poem for Sally B. Hugs, JB
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
Trina, you are just TOO SPECIAL!! I wonder how you really knew my Birthday, I wonder how you remember all the various Z friends moments in life with such awesome poems!? Thank you from the bottom of my heart for a cute and touching poem for me; another masterpiece. I love that my birthday is so close to the Derby!!! Even though you know your going to be another year older, the whole day of the Derby makes that heart beat with such excitement. ha
I am relieved to know TC Indy will be alright!!! hugs to dumpling Trina
dumpling Sally
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
Thanks for all your Birthday wishes!!!!! I had a super week-end and Birthday. Could not have asked for anything more, unless of course perhaps, we could have been watching the Derby next to Z and 12z.
Of course 12z would have drowned the announcers with his squealing. haha (but really, I guess it would not bother me one bit!)
hugs to all Z’sters! Sally B
Terry Crow GP
The Derby may make our hearts beat with excitement, but I am still thinking about the construction workers.
Jan S. / Houston, TX
Happy Birthday Sally..
annmaria
Where can I find the video of Zenyatta and the peppermints and of BabyZ squealing?
Thanks in advance, Annmaria
Dawn Conrad / Colorado
Hi, Annmaria. You may have already watched them, but I think the ones you mean are actually part of this post. The video is Ann getting up close and personal with Zennie and the peppermints and the foaling running and squealing are the links provided. They are both just too cute! If there are some other ones, I have not seen them. Enjoy, Dawn
Barbara Wood (Texas)
HAPPY BRITHDAY, Sally B! And again, many thanks to you, Trina! We learn so much from your poems that we might have missed earlier.
@Dawn Conrad–it is great to see you back. We’ll pray that nasty turmor wil grow VERY slowly. We do miss you so when you’re gone. Your Z. family will always be here for you.
I agree that Mikey had a great ride on Bodemeister. He and Bob know the horse best. I would think (someone correct me if I’m wrong) that holding a horse back, unless he knows how to close and can do it, could cause the horse to lose confidence when others pass him. But what do I know?
Dawn Conrad / Colorado
Good morning, Barbara. Thank you so much for thinking about me. You are all very special to me! I agree that Mickie and Bodemeister both did great and came oh so close. I think they are going to continue to be a force. The special background pieces on Bob Baffert were especially touching yesterday and seeing him get so choked up on the walk over with his son Bode just demonstrated what is really most important. Love to you, Dawn
Terry Crow GP
Usually when a horse with speed gets passed that is the end of him in that race. Mike was absolutely great with his ride.
Keta
Take Charge Indy update tweeted by HRTV@HRTVHOST
Byrne said “excellent prognosis” for Take Charge Indy
who will have arthoscopic surgery this week 2 remove ankle chip.
Pat hopes to make BC.
Keta
Happy Birthday Sally B!
Funny, sad but wonderful birthday poem, Trina.
Hugs, Keta
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
Keta; Thank you for the heads up. I never received an e-mail from the Bloodhorse magazine that I generally do when there is a News Alert. I really feel terrible though, for TC Indy as now he will miss the Preakness and Belmont, which in my heart he could win one of those for sure. He is a beauty isn’t he?
Keta
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WHAS11)-
Louisville Metro Police are investigating a homicide Sunday morning.
A body was reportedly found in Barn 8 a little before 5 a.m. the day after the 138th running of the Kentucky Derby.
Trainer Angel Montano tells WHAS11 that one of his employees found the body when he arrived for work. Montano has been working out of Barn 8
signofthetimes
WOW, article said that body was found 150 feet
From I’ll Have Another’s stall. Police said nothing
To do with the Derby. Always seems that there is some
Ominous cloud around the Derby, Triple Crown.
Last year Rajid Miragh and Animal Kingdom’s injury.
Terry Crow GP
I’m still mad about that guy. The suspension was way too short.
Keta
Terry,
It was like bumper cars in this year’s Derby.
It is a wonder that there were not more serious injuries
So, I consider the chips & hydration problems minor to what could have been. It is not to minimize surgery. These should heal.
Keta
Barb/Skip/Juliet
DAWN, thank you so much for your kind words. My going to see Judy was a mission of the heart, and I represented all of us. It’s so nice to read that I am considered part of this family. Touches me deeply. Thank you again.
Love
Skip
signofthetimes
A heart felt mission for all of us to our lovely friend and Zenny Fan;
JUDY B.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Sign:
Here’s the link to the photo of Calvin Borel and RA. Hugs, JB
https://www.facebook.com/StonestreetFarms
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Sign and Z Fans:
I think this photo of Calvin B. and RA leaves absolutely no doubt that horses are emotional beings and remember people and know when they’re loved. Reminds me of the photo of Mario hugging Z. Same wonderful bonding. Hugs, JB
Terry Crow GP
Judy-Thanks for the link. I would say that your analysis is spot-on.
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
Thanks for that link, Judy, the photo is wonderful. But I may be a party-pooper, because I just can’t get past how much I’ve seen Calvin use the whip in her races. The most interesting commentary on it, that I have found so far, is here: http://sidfernando.wordpress.com/2009/09/08/was-rachel-alexandra-whipped-too-much-in-the-woodward/
Among the responders are a breeder, a trainer, and a former jockey. Some talked about the unfairness of blaming Borel because it’s Rachel, but ignoring all the whipping by others less-celebrated (e.g., Ramon Dominguez). And I had no idea, but one writer pointed out that another jockey had gotten a 10-day suspension for NOT using the whip, and getting nipped at the wire.
Another commented: “…And Borel’s comment after the race that hitting her does not make her go faster begs the question of, well then, Calvin, why did you whip her so much? I think Haskin got it right when he said that Calvin seemed to think the whip was necessary in that moment. My take is that the man is under tremendous pressure with Rachel and did not want to be the reason she lost by a head.” There was some agreement with Haskin’s comment.
I liked the link for the thoughtful, sprightly discussion — not totally cut-and-dried.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Skip and Sign:
Skip, thank you again for making the trip to attend Russ’s service and Sign, thank you for your very kind words. Hugs, JB
signofthetimes
Dear Judy,
So glad to have you posting, I know things are still difficult, but
this site really does easy ones difficult times. You given so much to
us, it is so good for us to be able to give to you and help you through
the loss of your soul mate, dear Russ, a very lovely man.
Hugs and love to you and Lola Mae, ]]
Terry Crow GP
Senator Barbara Grimaldi, a true hero for our times. I know I have posted that message before, but it bears repeating as often as possible.
Barb/Skip/Juliet
To the world you might just be one person, but to one person, you might just be the world.
Those are your words, Dawn, and I know they are true.
Much love to you as you care for your health. I am happy that this site give you so much comfort and a true sense of belonging. I’m sure I speak for everyone when I say we are all with you. If you need us, we are here…
love
Skip
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
Barb – Yes, I liked that quote when I first read it in Dawn’s post. I had heard it before, but liked the reminder. “To the world you might just be one person, but to one person, you might just be the world.”
Yvonne and Maurice
Hi – what a cute video about our Zenyatta having her peppermints. Baby Z is way too cute and so smart!! What a great weekend of racing. Congrats to I’ll Have Another. Everyone ran great – of course, some horses do not take to the Churchill track. Maybe – triple crown – Yea!