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April 2, 2016

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Zenny’s Birthday Party

Zenyatta with Ann and her birthday box. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Zenyatta with Ann and her birthday box. Photo by Kyle Acebo.

We threw a party for Zenyatta’s twelfth birthday on Friday, and here are the pictures! Thank you to all the fans who sent cards and left birthday wishes here on the blog.

Team Z

Zenyatta having fun. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Zenyatta, ready for her birthday party. Photo by Kyle Acebo.


Cards and gifts from fans, carrots, and cookies are ready for Zenyatta's birthday celebration. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Cards and gifts from fans, carrots, and cookies for Zenyatta’s birthday celebration. Photo by Kyle Acebo.


Zenyatta at her party. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Zenyatta at her party. Photo by Kyle Acebo.


Zenyatta with Katie, who made birthday cookies. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Zenyatta with Kaity, who made birthday cookies. Photo by Kyle Acebo.


Zenyatta checks out her b-day goodies. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Zenyatta checks out her b-day goodies. Photo by Kyle Acebo.


Zenyatta greeting party guests. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Zenyatta greets party guests… Photo by Kyle Acebo.


Zenyatta poses for pictures... Photo by Kyle Acebo.
poses for pictures… Photo by Kyle Acebo.


...and loves the attention. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
…and loves the attention. Photo by Kyle Acebo.


Birthday girls (Zenyatta and Louise share a birthday). Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Birthday girls (Zenyatta and Louise share a birthday). Photo by Kyle Acebo.


Zenyatta shares carrots with her paddock mate. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Zenyatta shares carrots with her paddock mate. Photo by Kyle Acebo.


Z gets up close and personal with the camera.  Photo by Kyle Acebo.
Z gets up close and personal with the camera. Photo by Kyle Acebo.


We decorated Mrs. Pastures cookies for the horses. Photo by Kyle Acebo.
We decorated Mrs. Pastures cookies for the horses. Photo by Kyle Acebo.


Zenyatta sent cookies to the stallions on her birthday. Clockwise from top left: A.P. Indy, Tonalist, Mineshaft, Lane's End teaser stallion Junior, Union Rags, Honor Code. Photos by Kyle Acebo.
Zenyatta sent cookies to the stallions on her birthday. Clockwise from top left: A.P. Indy, Tonalist, Mineshaft, Lane’s End teaser stallion Junior, Union Rags, Honor Code. Photos by Kyle Acebo.

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294 Comments

  1. Sophia Gates

    April 2, 2016 at 10:17 pm

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    Happy Birthday gorgeous!

  2. LeslieA

    April 2, 2016 at 10:18 pm

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    Happy Birthday, beautiful girl! Can’t wait to see your baby!

  3. Mary

    April 2, 2016 at 10:19 pm

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    Looks like everyone enjoyed themselves. Hope Zenyatta delivers her precious cargo soon now that the celebrating is over.

  4. hattonsghost

    April 2, 2016 at 10:19 pm

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    ♥ A birthday bonanza of beautiful photos! Thank you so much for inviting us to the party, Team Z! Love these! God bless our glorious Queen and all of her beloved humans! ♥

  5. Ellen R

    April 2, 2016 at 10:27 pm

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    Looks like a fine time was had by all!
    I think it’s sweet that Zen’s treats were shared among the horses so the boys got cookies too.

    EllenR

  6. Shannon From Cool

    April 2, 2016 at 10:30 pm

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    I can’t believe she’s 12 years old now. Zenyatta still makes my heart sing and she continues to bring us all joy, even from afar.

    • Judy Berube from Rhode Island

      April 2, 2016 at 10:38 pm

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      Dear Z, Team Z, Lane’s End and Kyle:

      Z, looks like you had a great time at your party. Those cup cakes look luscious; see some oats in them.

      Wonderful photos of your beautiful face Z and Violet Rose and the Boys. Thank you for sharing Team Z; so very appreciated. Now it’s back to waiting for the new Baby Z’s Birth Day. Love and Hugs, JB

    • Maureen phil-lips

      April 2, 2016 at 10:39 pm

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      Me neither.

  7. Bev Winters

    April 2, 2016 at 10:35 pm

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    I was so sure she would foal on her birthday! What a party girl wanting to keep the party going. Thanks for sharing pictures of the big day and for including the staff and the boys. Let’s have this baby….safely.

  8. Anita in SoCal

    April 2, 2016 at 10:42 pm

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    Happy Birthday Zenny! Is tonight the night?

  9. Julie from Kokomo

    April 2, 2016 at 10:58 pm

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    Thanks for sharing the happy day! And Zenyatta…sharing the party snacks with the gentlemen, too funny.

  10. Deb E.

    April 2, 2016 at 11:01 pm

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    Zenny is such a kind and generous Queen to share her goodies with all her friends at Lane’s End. And what a group of friends! Wow! A good portion of the Hall of Fame, present and future, were treated by Zenyatta on her birthday! You can tell she loves the attention she’s getting from everyone. Lots of kisses and hugs were bestowed! She is so beloved.ī

  11. Donna

    April 2, 2016 at 11:01 pm

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    The pictures are fabulous. It looks like everyone had a good time and Zenny enjoyed all the attention. I love the picture of Zenny and her friend eating the carrots together. Thank you Team Z. And everyone at Lane’s End. Zenny I am looking forward to meeting your new Foal. Praying for a safe delivery and a healthy foal. Hugs and kisses. Donna

  12. Cheryl

    April 2, 2016 at 11:05 pm

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    I just can’t tell you how much I enjoyed Zenny’s Birthday photos! It looks like everyone had a wonderful time and Zenny enjoyed all the special attention. Loved the pic of her and her friend sharing treats and so enjoyed seeing the stallions getting birthday cookies too. Thank you so much for sharing these wonderful photos. I hope we’ll be seeing photos of Zenny and her beautiful baby soon. ❤️

  13. Karen Sweatman

    April 2, 2016 at 11:15 pm

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    That foal is in the oven baking up to perfection, just like mama Z. Such lovely, happy pics. Thank you. You look radiant Zenyatta! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

  14. Donna Z

    April 2, 2016 at 11:43 pm

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    Thank you for all the great pictures of Zenyatta’s party. It looks like everyone had a great time. I hope that John had one in CA for Ziconic, too.

    I enjoyed seeing a photo of Mineshaft, he is one of my favorites.

    Ok, Z16, it’s after midnight & this was my Pride’s birthday, so I would love it if you would make your much awaited entrance now.

    It seems like we all have been waiting forever to meet you. Please do not keep us in suspense any longer!

  15. Linda R. Moss

    April 2, 2016 at 11:49 pm

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    Dear Zenny, Team Z, and Louise – Happiest of Birthdays to you. We were certainly with you in spirit and wish you all you wish for and more.

    Love, Hugs, and Blessings, George, Linda, and Millyone

  16. Diane martin

    April 2, 2016 at 11:54 pm

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    Beautiful photos. The love radiates through. Thank you. It looks like a good time was had by all. Time for her foal now!

  17. Patti Lederer

    April 3, 2016 at 1:00 am

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    Beautiful pictures! Thank you so much for sharing! Z looks like she really likes those carrots. Loved the picture of the boys especially AP Indy!

  18. Cheryl Howe

    April 3, 2016 at 1:20 am

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    Looks like you had a wonderful birthday with your human and horse friends. Now it’s time to have that beautiful baby! All of us are praying for an easy birth. Hope this little one looks and acts like you.
    Love,
    Miss Cheryl

  19. Debbie Tillotson

    April 3, 2016 at 1:28 am

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    Zenyatta, you look as beautiful as ever! Happy Birthday sweet lady!!

  20. Tparker

    April 3, 2016 at 1:34 am

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    Ahh, those pixs were so sweet – loved the big closeup one of Z especially. She looks really beautiful and so happy to share her gifts with all her buddies. My all time favorite horse she is!

  21. Kim Noble

    April 3, 2016 at 1:41 am

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    Awww! Sharing with the boys! The cookies are so cute. Glad Zenny and friends had a wonderful day. Now please have the baby, I’m getting an ulcer.

  22. Bluegrass Girl

    April 3, 2016 at 2:19 am

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    Carrots, cookies, & lots of love made for a special birthday celebration!
    Sharing with others is always a good thing.
    Thank you Team Z for the birthday photos & updates.
    Still watching & waiting.

  23. Lisa

    April 3, 2016 at 3:19 am

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    She is so beautiful and so loved. Happy b day Zenyatta!

  24. Mary

    April 3, 2016 at 3:48 am

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    Happy Birthday gorgeous!!! I cannot tell you how wonderful it is to see how loved this gorgeous girl is….AND TREASURED!! She gave her all, and deserves everything she is enjoying in life now. LONG LIVE ZENYATTA!!!!!…

  25. Rita B.

    April 3, 2016 at 3:55 am

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    What a beautiful day for your blessed birthday Zenyatta. Thank you to Team Z for letting us share in the day. (Love the up close and personal!) What a beauty you are. Happy Birthday Zenyatta!

  26. sue and tony

    April 3, 2016 at 4:07 am

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    There is only one Queen…Zenyatta! Thanks to Team Z for sharing these glorious pictures with us.

  27. JONIJOSI VERLINGIERI

    April 3, 2016 at 4:09 am

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    Happy Birthday Zenyatta. You are such a beautiful horse and fantastic horse. Have a safe delivery soon. Thank God for all the people that take care of you. #ZenyattaForever

  28. Linda

    April 3, 2016 at 4:11 am

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    Happy Birthday to a beautiful Queen!!!!

  29. Pam from Florida

    April 3, 2016 at 4:15 am

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    Happy birthday Zenyatta. The pictures are awesome. I especially love the stallion pictures. It was nice that you guys included the teaser stallion.Junior is a handsome fellow all on his own. AP Indy is one of my favorites. I’m glad to see him looking so well. My own horse that passed away last year Was born the same year that AP Indy was.Picture Perfect A was a retired Standardbred. His original owner gave him to me as I recovered from cancer.She kept up with him and even visited him every year from South Florida. We both still miss him very much. Wish Zenyatta happy foaling day.
    Pam from Florida

  30. sheena.davies(wales)

    April 3, 2016 at 4:19 am

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    Darling Zenyatta you look as if you had a fabulous birthday party with your family and friends.When will we next celebrate????Thank you for the wonderful photos Team Z.Love and hugs SheenaXOXO

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