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The Blood-Horse Visits Lane’s End

Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt

Happy Thursday!

A team from The Blood-Horse was recently in Kentucky filming a feature about Zenyatta that will run as a Breeders’ Cup longform at Bloodhorse.com.

Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt

The piece will tell the story of Zenyatta’s career and connections, her charisma, and the fan following she maintains to this day. The Bloodhorse team went to Lane’s End to collect video footage to include in this special online feature and visited with Ziconic as well as 14Z. Meanwhile, their photographer in New York collected images of Cozmic One in training with John Shirreffs, which will also be included in the piece.

Here you can see a few photos of the team in action. Pictured above right is Multimedia Producer Scott Tracy and Online Features Editor Claire Novak in the paddock with Z Princess. Take a look at some of the behind-the-scenes footage below.

This piece is set to run on October 27, and we’ll remind everyone when it is released. We can’t wait to see it!

You can check out another recent longform feature they did on Arlington’s Richard Duchossois and the upcoming Arlington Million here.

Enjoy!
-Team Z

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    @Vicki–thanks for clearing up the questions about Cb. I am so sorry you had so many difficult times. Sending big Z-hugs.

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    Hi all; In the last two weeks we have lost 2 great volunteers. One of them stated grand kid commitments, the other that she has served for two years and has other family interests. Both have spoken to me how disheartened they were in the way that Sir left our sanctuary. The remaining of us have much more a.m.s and weekends to cover now. I am truly getting worried about our program because we have three other horses left. It seems it is going down hill since our CC owner and decision maker worked on getting rid of Sir. I go to care and enjoy these individual amigos of mine, but each time I do go, I still feel such a void without Sir. It truly feels empty with out him there. He was the life at the barn; Mr. personality! I at my age age have averaged two days a week of chores since I began the program over two years ago. I wish others would step up a bit to fill the weekends. Perhaps that is why some no longer show up at meetings and for some are leaving the program. (They signed up to help for one time a week and now requests are more?) In a way I do not blame them.
    I can not be the last one standing at the horse sanctuary; I am not a comedian!! Ironically all volunteers did wish to have Sir live and not be euthanized, but if we lose practically all volunteers, CC will then do what they planned to do to Sir to our 27, 32 and 34 year old’s. They this time would not have a choice. SAD
    Goodnight, hugs, Sally B

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      Dear Sally:

      What a sad situation at the CC. I hope it does not come to euthanasia for these three noble elders. My heart aches for you and how you are missing Sir. God Bless you for all you have done and continue to do for these beloved horses. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Sally,
    I don’t know the situation but can feel for you. Though Sir is not with you physically (I am so sorry),he is there in spirit and will help you.Best of luck getting new volunteers(other people may help with ideas about how to do this) who can create good energy and give much needed help.This could be the start of something new and good-that would be nice in Sir’s memory.
    Goodnight
    Debbie

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    Dear Kathy R, Barb W and debbie s:

    Just finished making another batch of Stud Muffin Treats. Tweaked the recipe just a little. Found by adding 1/4 cup of water, it binds the ingredients better and makes it easier to shape into balls and flatten the muffins out. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Sally B.,
    My heart breaks for you and the others over the situation with Sir. I hope that the three senior horses will be okay and that some more volunteers will help out. Sending hopeful prayers and thoughts your way, and for Sir, too. Take care and Lots of Hugs with Love

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    Dear Judy
    Thanks for the tip.I hope to make them on Sat for my Sunday visit.
    Goodnight Judy,sweet dreams.Love,Debbie

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    Dear Sheena
    You are probably aware of the article in the Guardian : John Gosden,Taghrooda’s trainer was philosophical in the defeat and says that Taghrooda is going to the Arc. .I hope she has a good rest and would love to see her win it too!! The King George and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot must have taken a lot out of her.Her accomplishment in winning it was extraordinary.Z fans this is impressive:
    -first British-trained female winner since the four-year old Time Charts n 1983.
    -the first British-trained three-year-old filly to win.
    -the first three year old filly to succeed since French-trained Pawnese in 1976
    She was undefeated in her two and three year old campaign until today and she and Tapestry had a great race.Tagi,you are remarkable!
    Sheena,many thanks for making us aware of this amazing filly. Wow!! Debbie

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    Always appreciate the updates about Z and her “kids”….am looking forward to the special in October. Hard to believe we are coming up on Fall! Hugs to all!

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    Dear Z Fans:

    Ebby is in the 2nd Race at Del Mar on Sunday. She’s post position No 6 in an Allowance Race on the Turf at 1 1/16 miles (Post Time 4:30 ET). Godspeed E. Safe and Sound. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Thank you for the latest from Hovis, Max. You had a pretty good week, Hovis…a massage from a lovely lady PLUS the good possibility of becoming an eventer! We’re all rooting for you, Hovis! Good weekend, everyone. Godspeed to all the ospreys. Free the Moose.

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      So appropriate that someone realized Hovis’s “specialness” :-) Thanks, as always, to Sheena via Max for another edition of our Friday treat.

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      Dear Max:

      Thank your for our Friday Hovis Diary. Could not stop laughing; what a wonderful sense of fun. Love the photo too. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Max, Hovis really hit the spot on a humid stormy Friday morning. Look forward to reading his post all week. Thank you so much for keeping him in our lives.

      Good luck to Ebby and all the girls this weekend. Maybe the turf is the place for her.

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      YAY! Thanks for our Hovis fix, Max!
      Glad he has had a good week, and very glad that he seems to be doing quite well.

      Count me in as one who recognizes your “specialness”, Hovis! Have a lovely weekend!
      Hugs

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    Dear Zenyatta family:

    Went to visit my little girl this morning. Felt very pleased with myself because I went alone to her paddock and put on her headstall and rearing bit and led her up to the stable. She was happy to stand quietly while I brushed her, but there was a lot of activity in the stable area today and she was getting a bit jumpy as I replaced her rugs and prepared to take her back to her stable. On the way back, she was very much on her toes, and was pushing me about quite a bit: had to stop often and put my hand on her shoulder to calm her down. Jemma came to help me out – she was taking another horse back to a stable along the lane, and we swapped horses because Thurzel was doing half rears and breaking into a trot. So I put the other horse in its stall, and then came back to Thurzel. We went down to the paddock, and I took off her gear and she took off – straight to the brown rangy gelding and started flirting unashamedly! What a little hussy! Jemma immediately said “now that explains her naughty behaviour – she’s in season!” I’m assured by the Elegant Emily that there are no stallions in her paddock, because while I very happy to be the Mum of a horse, it’s far too soon to be a Granny. Yet another amazing learning experience with my little girl! Sorry for the long ramble – hugs KathyR

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      Dear Kathy R:

      Your wonderful post made me smile. Your little girl is quite a flirt. Love hearing all about your visits with her. We learn something new all the time. Love and Hugs, JB

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    August 22 Cherokee Devotional

    Every time we think we make a mental picture. The more we look at the picture on the motion picture screen of our minds, the more real it becomes. We forget that it is imaginary, but our emotions pick up on what the mind has seen and the image causes delight, or tears, or even anger. Our emotions manipulate us and cause us to do things we would never do under different circumstances. When we give in, these mental suggestions cause us pain, jealousy, and even anger. If our mental vision tells us we have been wronged, anger causes us to react foolishly. In such cases, we tend to go on the warpath, not for any commonsense reason, but because we fed ourselves the wrong mental pictures.

    We do not take up the warpath without a just cause and honest purpose.
    Pushmataha

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    Dear Kathy.Very wise words,far too many are on the warpath these days.I often wonder what’s going on in their minds.Gwynant has just returned after going AWOL yesterday it won’t be long before our “babies”will fly the nest.Deri wasn’t too keen on Dai Dots landing on HER nest!
    Joey has gone over 400,000 Yay!Momma/agent is on holiday but he has many caretakers.Estimate is about to run at York,Ryan said she was in season at Ascot .Hope she runs well today,The O Briens are all walking the course as usual!Fubu didn’t like the storm last night,he’s all ready for his Aug 30th party.Mango got a new cowgirl dress yesterday and Mom is hoping to get her red boots to go with it.Estimate ran well to be 2nd.Pale Mimosa won and is heading for the Melbourne Cup.Have a great Friday.Hugs to you,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.Sheena.

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    @Sally B.–we are so sorry for the big dilemma you are going through. Prayers for you and the horses.
    @Max–thanks for our weekly Hovis laughs.

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      Dear Sheena:

      You never know, maybe Dai Dots has a crush on Deri. Maybe they’ll return to the Dyfi as a mating pair. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Sheena,

    It’s very poignant seeing the babies growing up so fast. Congratulations to Joey for all his likes. He has a big staff to take care of him. They all LOVE him! So glad you’re enjoying such great racing. Congratulations to Estimate and Pale Mimosa. I don’t blame Fubu for not liking the storm. I don’t care for them myself! I’m sure he’ll have a nice party on the 30th. Mango has some beautiful little outfits. Another fashionista! Have a wonderful Friday, and and enjoyable weekend. Hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy.

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    Good morning Judy
    I hope that Ebby has a good race on Sunday.Great to hear that California Chrome will run in the Pennsylvania Derby on Sept.20-I will be rooting for him.
    re stud muffins:Do I add the water at the end of the ingredients?
    Warm wishes to Hudson for continued healing and a hug for Charlie too.(and you!) D

    Dear KathyR
    You had your hands full,I don’t know if my hug reached Thurzel but will soon.Smile.
    Never a dull moment,love hearing about your little gal.Hugs,Debbie

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      Dear debbie s:

      Yes, praying for a safe break and good racing luck for our beautiful Ebby on Sunday. Rooting so hard for a win for CC in his comeback race. Godspeed to both of them.

      I mixed the water in with the dry ingredients and then added the molasses last and mixed by hand. Kind of icky, sticky to handle; but the horses do love them. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Hello! Everyone has difficult times in their life. My illness changed me in small and great ways. I like to think that I am a much nicer person and appreciate the world around me. Sally I know how difficult it must be for you when you feel so deeply. You and the elder horses are in my prayers. I am worried about Terry Crow. I miss him. Jackie is alive and well. He is growing at a furious pace and getting into everything including my flowerbeds. How can I be mad at him? He has such an amazing personality. Looking forward to the races this weekend, especially the girls. It was 71 degrees here this morning and the humidity was lower. It’s hard to take temperatures over 100. I’m not getting nearly enough exercise and staying in the house I’m eating too much. I’ve gained six lbs. which didn’t thrill my doctor. Hope chasing Jackie will take care of that. Sorry to go on so long. Be safe.

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      Dear Vicki:

      Hoping you feel better. Will keep you in my prayers. Very difficult not to laugh at the antics of our little mischief makers. Have to try to keep a straight face and scold when necessary. Have been in contact with TC through email. Told him that Z’sters are missing him. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear Sandy:

      Thank so much for this. What an exciting finish. Heartbreaker to lose for Taghi. Great effort by both them. Congrats to Tapestry. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Thanks, Sandy, it was a thrilling finish! I wouldn’t have known otherwise, as just too busy with other priorities. I do miss not being able to come here as much as I used to. But work is intensely demanding, and I struggle just to get enough sleep each night.

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    Sue Fredrick – did you know that 4 of the 7 ladies running in the Personal Ensign this afternoon have AP Indy as either a sire or grandsire? Looks like it’s going to be a big day for his girls :-)

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      Sandy and Judy,
      Wow thanks for checking that out about my beloved boy, I’ve been so busy this week with our Humane Society garage sale I haven’t had time to check anything out. Some day Indy will be appreciated for his many contributions to the breed. Love him dearly. Love and hugs

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    Dear Sandy
    Thank-you sooo much.I read about the race but wasn’t able to find the replay. Taghrooda can hold her head hight,Tapestry “just ” took it as you said, in the last seconds with everyone else so far back .What an exciting race!!!! Love this girl!!!
    Much appreciated,Debbie

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    Dear Max
    Thank-you for the Hovis update,always puts a smile on my face. I am happy to hear that he is feeling better and that he enjoyed a massage from his new physio. What a guy! Cheers,Debbie

    Dear Sheena
    Deri calling from the nest was music to my ears this morning.
    The video of the race from Sandy showed an amazing race with Tagi bringing it home and “just” upset at the end by Tapestry Noone else was in sight…She is a huge talent with an equally huge heart. Hope you are haivnig a good day. Hugs,Debbie

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    Dear Sheena:

    Goodnight. Have a lovely weekend. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc and all the Sweeties

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI and Z Princess:

    Goodnight. Stay comfy and cozy. Sweet Dreams to all of you. Love Ya. Hugs, JB

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      Dear BGG, Peggy and Z Fans:

      Thanks for this. Wow, Close Hatches loved the track surface, didn’t she.

      Peggy, the Princess seemed to tire badly. Stanwyck did well to finish third. Hope all of them came out of the race OK. Love and Hugs, JB

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