Happy Friday!
As you all know, Zenyatta delivered her first filly on Easter Sunday. She was born at 12:03 am, weighing in at 151 lbs! Zenyatta’s lifetime friend and current paddock mate, Life Is Sweet, delivered an adorable colt not an hour before, just as across the aisle from Zenyatta.
Earlier this month we held a contest asking fans to guess 14Z’s birthday, and we received over 2,500 entries. As usual, we couldn’t pick just one winner! Serena Riecken of Ashland, Nebraska is the official winner, guessing April 19 at 11:53 pm. Don Krueger entered April 20 at 12:04 am. He went over by just one minute, so we think he’s a winner too.
Serena and Don will each receive an 11″ x 14″ print of the above photo signed by the photographer and Zenyatta’s owners, Jerry and Ann Moss. If you would like to order a print of this image for yourself, it is now available here at the Zenyatta Shop.
In the coming days we will share more images from the night of the foaling, our trip, and Zenyatta with her darling filly. For now, we’ll leave you with just a few new photos.
Enjoy!
-Team Z
Barbara Wood (Texas)
@Judy B.–thanks for the lovely pictures. Just in time for Mother’s Day.
Perhaps the horses were feeling an impending change in the weather.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Barb W.:
You’re so welcome. Could be. Love and Hugs, JB
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Max.Great article.Is going to be a fascinating 2000 guineas so many with a lot to prove.Would be brilliant of Australia could win it for his mother.I loved Quija Board, what a weekend with your KY Derby and our Guineas.Vive Moosie libre Sheena.Moosie does things his own way!
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Goodnight to you , Z!!
God bless you and your boys and newest princess with kisses.
LOVE YOU and adore you the QUEEN of my lifetime
Auntie Sally B
Peggy (N) South Georgia
Dear Zenyatta and Little Princess, Coz, Ziconic
Love you all very much, Sweet Dreams.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Z Fans:
This is Barbara Livingston’s latest Blog. Really unique foal. Too cute. Love and Hugs, JB
http://www.drf.com/blogs/winter-white
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
Thanks, Judy, I liked that. Barbara is very partial to whites and greys, as are many others.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Vicki B:
You’re so welcome. I think BL’s work is outstanding. Love and Hugs, JB
Peggy (N) South Georgia
What a beautiful foal.
Marshall (NC broad)
Dear Judy B.,
Love the photos of Ruby and Diamond, as well as the ones of Charlie and Hudson jumping. Thanks for all the posts! Winter White is certainly unusual.
Have a good week! Hugs and Love
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Marshall:
Glad you enjoyed the photos. WW is a very unique foal. Will look forward to seeing him as he grows. He’s going to be a very gorgeous three year old, I bet. Have a great week. Love and Hugs, JB
Bluegrass Girl
Leopardstown RC tweet Mon. April 28 2014
Happy retirement to the legendary Tidal Bay winner of the 2012 #LexusChase
Bluegrass Girl
Ladbrokes Racing · Apr 26 2014
Here is Tidal Bay in arguably his greatest ever victory the Lexus Chase of 2012
Lexus Chase 2012 Leopardstown
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-__CqnyK7Oo
Bluegrass Girl
Derby Week Weather
Jennie Rees @CJ_Jennie tweet Mon. April 28 2014
Ugh. Starting #KyDerby week with thunderstorms #Louweather
Kathy
April 28 Cherokee Devotional
How frightening to be out of touch-but how normal! There are times and places we go through that are strange-both in feeling and understanding. We experience an uneasy feeling and want to rush back to the familiar-even though it isn’t the place to be either. In growing, we go through strange places and think unusual thoughts. Fear of the unknown has made us wary, questioning, reaching for something to steady us, to give us direction and purpose. But we must expand our spirits, enlarge our thought to accept or reject what we have yet to learn. The American Indian has known the strangeness of new lands, new customs, has fought and lost-only to fight and win. Some are caught in between, but their staying power is in the Great Spirit who ever holds our hand and intercedes on our behalf.
I would that I could make the red people as great as the conceptions of my own mind, when I think of the Great Spirit that rules over us all.
Tecumseh
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Thank you Kathy.
Kathy
You’re welcome, Sally. Have a good week.
sheena.davies(wales)
Remembering the magical Persian Punch on the 10th anniversary of his death (April 28th).His ashes are interred by the winning post at Goodwood scene of one of his famous victories.RIP. Sheena.
Rosemary McCauley
Just logged in today and saw the new photos of Princess Z. They are just “Too Cute”. As ZZ Top’s song says “She’s got legs and she knows how to use them”. One of my favorite songs and when I saw those legs that’s what I immediately thought of. She is beautiful. Just like her mom.
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Too cute, Rosemary. Thanks for posting, i didn’t know the song–i’ll have to Google it. Love and hugz, Trina
Rosemary McCauley
Trina it’s one of my favorites. There is commercial for panty hose (I think) and they used that song for the theme. You need to hear it. You will like it I think.
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Kathy.Did you enjoy your sleep-in yesterday??.Don’t know if you saw my message but the egg competition is on at the Dyfi will try and post a link of Monty digging the nest cup he must be in Australia by now!!Very sad about the storms in parts of Arkansas,Joey has been busy many fatalities.Little miss Ellie Beans was warning everyone to be careful of the storms.Mother Nature shows no mercy.Loved the video of Zoe walking in her new shoes think it’ll take a while for her to get used to them!!Marty is doing well with his state plate challenge love his little videos!Fubu has been at the nippy again he’s looking really well now despite the haircut!Hope you have a lovely week the sun is out here today.Yay!!!Hugs to you,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.Sheena.
http://www.facebook.com/dyfiospreyproject
shirleeinindy
Judy, Ruby and her little Diamond are so sweet. Sounds like you had a fun weekend with all the horses.
Max, Did you read Steve Haskin’s account of General a Rod hooking up with Will Take Charge in his workout Sat? Ran right with him and didn’t seem cowed by the size of WTC. Guess he has some of Big D’s spirit.
Anybody know a mudder for the Derby?
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Shirlee:
Yes, Ruby and Diamond are adorable. Always look forward to visiting with the horses.
I’m not sure which of the Derby horses, if any, has run on an off track or if there are Mudders in the pedigrees. We’ll have to check the past performance charts when they’re available. Love and Hugs, JB
Terry Crow
Good question about mudders. CC has never run on an off-track so you really don’t know what to expect. Not saying he can’t handle it, but the element of chance would be preent. Hard to bet when a wild card is introduced into the equation.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear TC GP:
So true. Love and Hugs, JB
Kathy
Dear Sheena,
I did enjoy my sleep-in! Yes, I saw your message about the egg competition. Monty digging to Australia…that would be something to see!Arkansas is part of “Tornado Alley.” So deadly and extremely destructive. Zoe is adorable getting used to her new shoes. Cuteness overload! Marty’s people are marketing geniuses. Think of it…if you can market a RAT you can market anything! So heartwarming seeing Fubu doing well. I pray it lasts a considerable time. Can’t wait for his hair to grow out. I’m not a fan of the lion cut! Enjoy the sunshine. Have a good week. Hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy.
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Thinking of Zenyatta, Coz, Zi and little 14Z this morning with LOVE.
Hi all Zsters; Had a brief moment as I have finally gotten things all ready for an upcoming big event. My son, Ryan a 39 yr. old single man, became engaged last fall and the Big wedding takes place May 17th.
I am very happy for the both of them. I only wish he would not have waited so long as at my age the last thing I wish to do is wear heels!! I searched for a pair that weren’t like match sticks and found it. hah I have been running all over the place getting outfits for my grandkids and then when I see them, having them try them on; running and returning things too. My other son with the children is divorced so I have taken on this challenge as the bride- to- be wants a perfect wedding.
I am going to have a blast up at my BFF’s for the Kentucky Derby this Sat.!! Calif Chrome is amazing, but at the Derby no one knows who will shine that day.
hugs, Sally B
Kathy
Dear Sally,
Have a wonderful time at the wedding! And you get to attend the Kentucky Derby!!! I’m so envious. Go California Chrome!!!
Hugs,
Kathy
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Hi!! no.no; I am going up to my friends to watch the Kentucky Derby!! Sorry if I gave you the wrong impression, but it will be a blast anyway.
hugs, Sally B
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Sally B:
Have a great time at the Derby and please tell us all about the day when you return. Congratulations to your son and his fiance on their upcoming wedding. Love and Hugs, JB
Terry Crow
Just do the same thing as when you rode that pogo stick.
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Trina, You are right! I’ll be up in Wiswconsin cheering on with my BFF.
I do wish I would be talking about actually being at the Derby in Kentucky, but we make a fun time of it watching on TV. The way we cheer it is like we are right there in Kentucky!!
Sorry for the misunderstanding.
love n hugs, Sally B
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Terry, hah, hah. hah……..you remembered!!
hugs, Sally B
Terry Crow
Sally-Who can ever forget it?
shirleeinindy
Sally, I can relate. My daughter did not marry until 40. Wore the heels but boy did they hurt and finding a dress was quite a challenge. They must think we “mature” ladies either don’t wear dresses or we want to show our midriffs and other activities! No such thing as a perfect wedding but all will work out at this time of joy for your family.
Enjoy the Derby but DO NOT DRINK the mint julips! Nasty! Good luck with your horses.
Sally Blank (cherish Z for my lifetime)
Shirleeinindy; My BFF makes it a tradition to have one mint julip! So glad I would not have this before , as father and mother, I walk down the isle for our seats in church!!! hah
Taking off shoes to dance sounds like a good idea.
hugs, Sally B
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Best wishes to the bride and groom–may they have many happy years ahead. And I hope your feet survive the day. Perhaps after the ceremony you can go barefoot…
Your Kentucky Derby celebration with Sue Fredrick will surely include a cake in honor of your May 6th birthday. Have fun! BTW, folks, I believe the “up at my BFF’s for the Derby” means at a lovely spot in Wisconsin where they’ll watch the Derby on TV, right, Sally? Love and hugZ, Trina
Peggy (N) South Georgia
Sally have a wonderful time.
LauraJ (Cincinnati, OH)
Look for some wedges. Failing that, try some kitten heels.
Congrats and best wishes to your son and his bride-to-be.
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Sally B.Have a great time at the wedding.Hope the sun will shine for the bride and groom.Hugs Sheena.
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Max.Lovely photo of Tidal Bay in the parade at Sandown last Saturday.He’s a biter like the Fly,love these feisty horses!Free the Moose.Sheena.
http://www.horseand hound.co.uk/news/tidal-bay-retires/
Max
Sheena. TB seems to rule in his stall/box. You’re right. He’s like The Fly. I think that Goldikova was like that too, very coltish. It was her territory. Same for Northern Dancer. His trainer wanted to geld him, but his owner nixed that idea.
Free the Moose! Neigh x 9!
sheena.davies(wales)
try again!
http://www.horseandhound.co.uk/news/tidal-bay-retires/
Kathy
He’s BEAUTIFUL, Sheena!
Hugs,
Kathy
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Sheena:
Thank you for sharing this wonderful photo of Tidal Bay. Sounds like he has a personality like Moosie; does his own thing in his own way, in his own time. Love it. Love and Hugs, JB
Bluegrass Girl
Sheena
Here is a link that I posted earlier
Ladbrokes Racing · Apr 26 2014
Here is Tidal Bay in arguably his greatest ever victory the Lexus Chase of 2012
Lexus Chase 2012 Leopardstown
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-__CqnyK7Oo
Happy Retirement Tidal Bay!
BGG
Kimberly
Wow! What a beautiful Princess!!!! Congrats to the Queen!
Janet Newman
Nice article on California Chrome.
I love his grandsire Pulpit and great grandsire A. P. Indy
I have no favorite this year and it would have been Honor Code
had he not been injured. But I do like what I see with Art Sherman.
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/84651/california-chrome-was-flashy-from-the-start
Sue Fredrick Happy as a lark
Janet,
I’m exactly with you on Honor Code and I’m rooting for CC or any of the Tapits to win. I love Indy and loved Pulpit, RIP, and got to meet both. Real beauties. hugs
Peggy (N) South Georgia
Janet he is just beautiful
Max
Excellent article with lots of interesting details about CC. He sounds like he is a great horse, and a winner.
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Great link, Janet. Go, Chrome! Love and hugZ, Trina
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Janet:
Thanks for this article. CC’s just beautiful. Love and Hugs, JB
Janet Newman
Princess Z, you are the prettiest thing.
WOW! She has a nice engine in the back end with nice shoulders too.
Grow strong little one and pay attention to your Mama, she is the best!
Skip Over Trouble
I love the way you put it ! yes she sure is built to run..heart like her momma
quarterhossgal
Thanks for the video of Charismatic and Empire Maker. They both look like there is not one pound of fat on them. Looks like Charismatic is very sound, glad to see that after his injury.
Janet Newman
Yes. it was heartbreaking when he did not get the triple crown, which he by all rights
should have won.
It was nice to see him looking so good.
sheena.davies(wales)
Just learned that 2 Welsh personnel were involved in the lynx helicopter crash in Afghanistan. Captain Thomas Clark and a reservist Lance-Corporal Oliver Thomas.Much sympathy to the families.RIP.Hugs Sheena.
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Tragic. RIP, and condolences to their loved ones.
judy berube from Rhode Island
RIP. Love and Hugs, JB
Barbara Wood (Texas)
@Sally B.–I share your pain. I pretty much don’t even wear dresses any more, much less heels! Orthopedic problems have totally changed my attire. When I think of the shoes we used to wear…..may it all go well. Hugs.
Trina Nagele in So Cal
I’m with you too, Barbara and Sally. Love and hugZ, Trina
Bluegrass Girl
What is your Horse Name?
NBC Sports The Kentucky Derby All Access
http://m.nbcsports.com/kentucky-derby-all-access
Scroll down & enter your name in the boxes on the left.
You will get your Horse name. Have Fun!
Janet Newman
BGG,
Pretty neat. My horse name is Wise Prince.
shirleeinindy
BGG, I am Wicked Dancer. Think that is an omen for Wicked Strong Saturday?
Terry Crow
I am Smarty Dancer. Guess that’s better than Jack….
Maryp NY
That is fun BGG. My race horse name is Foolish Star.
Barbara Wood (Texas)
I am Doctor Joy! Kind of like that.–sounds good. Thanks for the fun.
pamhomeier
I am Mucho Macho Vixen!
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear BGG:
Thanks for this. Too cute. My horse name is Wise Citation. Love and Hugs, JB
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Old Julep (groan). Wonder if those are better than new juleps???
Janet Newman
Probably more potent and the Old Julep just might have a real kick at the end!
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
:-)
Terry Crow
Old Julep? Did you use Sandy or Mary?
Bluegrass Girl
TREVE UPDATE
Al Shaqab Racing tweet Monday April 28 2014
Treve is absolutely fine following her epic duel yesterday.
At the moment the plan remains the same which is
to run in The Prince of Wales.
shirleeinindy
Per Steve Haskins-General a Rod is not above taking a hunk out of you. Shades of Big D! Also, he has been sold to Starlight.
If it were a beauty contest, California Chrome and Danza would win hands down. CC appears to be quite the character. Don’t know if he has any experience with a muddy track.
Terry Crow
Should have won the triple crown. Similar to what happened with Tim Tam.
Terry Crow
Sorry. That was meant as a reply to quarterhossgal’s comment about Charismatic.
Max
A General who has inherited the Big D genes is my kind of horse. Hoping for a good showing by Medal Count too. Then there’s that grand ole chestnut, CC. Let them all be safely home.
Terry Crow
Max-Left you a comment about Neigh x 9 on page 9.
Terry Crow
Here is an old chestnut that is one of my favorites. A woman was reading the local newspaper when she noticed that there had been a rash of robberies in the neighborhood. She yelled at her husband, who was terribly henpecked, to come there. “There have been a lot of break-ins around here lately. I want you to go to the pet shop and buy a watch dog.” “Yes, dear,” the man meekly replied. “And, make sure you get one before I come home,” the wife added. The man went to the local pet shop and asked the man in the store if he had a watch dog for sale. “Well, I’ve got one, but he has been returned three times. He can do the job, though.” “Fine. Can I have a look at him,” said the husband. He was taken in to the back room of the store where he saw a toy poodle. “Doesn’t look like much of a watch dog,” the husband said. “You don’t understand,” said the store clerk “This dog knows karate.” The clerk could see that the man was skeptical. “Allow me to demonstrate,” said the clerk. There was a wooden table in the room. The clerk tuned to the dog, looked at him, and said “karate the table.” Wham, boom, and the table was reduced to kindling. “I’ll take him,” said the man. “Just remember,” said the clerk, “when you give him a command you must look directly at him.” “Okay,” said the man. And he took the dog home with him. When the wife got home, she asked her husband “Worm, did you get the watch dog like I asked you too?” “yes I did, dear,” he said. “OK,” said the wife, “let me see him. The husband brought in the dog and the wife couldn’t stop laughing. “I send you out for a watchdog and this pitiful creature is all you can bring home?” “You don’t understand” said the husband. “This dog knows karate.” The wife turned and looked at the dog. “Karate my butt,” she said.
Janet Newman
Terry,
I laughed so hard on that one. The mental image that gives me is
priceless!
I had a toy poodle, but he did not know karate.
Max
I laughed at the name of the husband. The rest is priceless.
shirleeinindy
Thanks Terry. Quite a gem.
Maryp NY
Worm?? Toooo funny (methinks she deserved it) Ha! Thanks TC.
pamhomeier
Funny, funny, funny! None of my poodles could do karate either! But they were just minis!
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear TC GP:
Thanks, needed a good laugh. Soooo funny. Love and Hugs, JB
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Another real hoot TC!
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Terry.That was too funny!! Hugs Sheena.