VERSAILLES, KY — (May 17, 2020) Zenyatta gave birth to a chestnut filly by Candy Ride this morning at Lane’s End Farm. The foal, Zenyatta’s sixth, arrived at 5:40 a.m. ET, weighing 148 lbs. She has one hind sock and a star.
Zenyatta and her filly are both in excellent health following an easy delivery. It brings us such joy to see them bonding in their paddock on this beautiful day.
We would like to express a sincere thank you to Zenyatta’s veterinary team and staff at Lane’s End for their dedication to the wellbeing of Zenyatta and her new foal.
Vampressqueen Sue Colvin
Hi Zsters ??
I think i like this new format too.
Luv watching all the videos plus pics ?.
Praying every1 is staying safe & keeping cool?.
Much luv? HugZ ❤prayerZ , vamp?
?*hooves crossed* Maybe all my emojies will post properly this time and not b question marks.
TTYL ?♀️
judy berube
Dear Vamp Sue:
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, CK and DC:
Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Lindal
El Vino has reported that Z-Z will have his first grade B show this weekend!! I wish him luck!
The founder of Our Mims, Jeanne has succumbed to cancer a week after her 60th birthday. How incredibly sad and a great loss. It was her dream as a teenager to own the race horse, Our Mims and she did. This inspired her to found the farm for ladies retired from the track. Although Elmhurst is the only guy allowed. I try to donate each month to OM either through their store or they have a list of “needs” on Amazon.
I hope all is well with folks all around this country and the world. Lindal
judy berube
Dear Lindal and Z Fans:;
Good luck to Ziconic in his first show.
Yes, very sad loss for all of us. Jeanne Mirabito was a very special lady. Her advocacy for horses and her rescue facility is one of the very best. RIP. Love and Hugs, JB
Ann NC
Have FUN, Zi!!! Luv ya.
RIP Jeanne Mirabito. What a beautiful story behind the farm.
Mary Jane
I like the new website format. Good job. Now a request. May we have some updated photos of Z’s little princess?
Allen
I agree with Mary Jane
Kathy Rabl
I agree with Allen and Mary Jane. Some update would be wonderful as they grow so fast. I’m also concerned about the absence of Zenyatta’s lovely human Mum. Hope all is well with all of them. Cheers Kathy
shirleeinindy
Lindal,
I had not heard about Jeanne at Our Mims. I too support Our Mims. They do not get the publicity that Old Friends does and not a whole lot of people know of them. I always enjoyed Jeanne’s posts on Facebook of what the girls and Elmhurst were doing. Her accent made me homesick for Kentucky. I hope they farm can go on without her. I first heard of Our Mims while reading Barbara Livingston’s book. More Old Friends. They had me at the first tear. She Our Mims, and Sugar and Spice are together again.
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Shirlee and Lindal,
So sorry to hear of the death of Jeanne at Our Mims — Rest in Peace, wonderful lady — gone much too soon. I hope Our Mims can continue on as she would wish.
Good Luck to ZZ in the show this weekend.
Hugs and Love
Vampressqueen Sue Colvin
Hi Zsters ?
It is said to hear sbout Jeanne. I have heard that Our Mims will continue forward. So that’s good. ?
Time to get ready to get off treatment.
Luv u all!.
Much HugZ ❤???.
Cont to stay safe. ?
Vamp
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, CK and DC:
Happy Dreams. Love all of you so much❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Hugs, JB
Ann NC
It’s a beautiful thing.
Ann NC
Gremlins be up in here playin’ lolol. ( the dates )
But…having Judy B tucking those precious horses in at night is a beautiful thing. Something we all need now more than ever!
Love to all and GREAT racing for all. TIZ….ma heart beatin’ big time!
judy berube
Dear Ann:
Love Ya. Hugs, JB
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Happy Friday everyone!
Hovis is in yet another snit due to lack of appreciation from his mother and discrimination from The Pony Club (do we have “pony clubs” over here? Not sure I completely understand what goes on with them). Anyhoo . . . well, you’ll see.
https://www.horseandhound.co.uk/archives/hovis-friday-diary-a-boy-just-cant-win-721448
Big weekend at Saratoga – the Travers should be interesting to say the least. Everyone seems focused on Tiz the Law and Uncle Chuck – wonder if there will be a surprise?
Hope everyone is well and coping. This coping business is starting to get old.
Cheers to all!
Sandy
Ann NC
Thanks Sandy.
Kathy
Dear Judy,
How exciting! Cafe Pharoah looks a lot like Dad!
Can’t wait for the Derby!
Hugs, Kathy
Ann NC
Congrats to cafe and his connections.
What a handsome boy. Will look forward to his visit. Safe trip for them, if they travel.
Thanks, JB. Hold on tight!
judy berube
Dear Kathy and Ann:
Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
This is exciting news. It would be nice if American Pharoah’s boy is a chip off the old block! That is one gorgeous headshot of American Pharoah — he might not be considered flashy, but he is sure stunning with that expertly chiseled look. Very elegant!
Thanks for sharing the article.
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Kathy, Marshall and Z Fans:
He does look like his dad. Love and Hugs, JB
https://images.app.goo.gl/ovDkutfsT3Vb38v16
Marshall (NC Broad)
Ann,
Looks as though the “gremlins” are having a field day with those replies from June 22-23! Crazy!! ?
Take care!
Hugs and Love
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Sandy,
Thanks again for our glimpse into the life of Hovis! He gets funnier each week. He does have a way with words (and phrases), e.g. the “moped around a fruit loop” image, not to mention his talent for alliteration such as “brainless blond barbie” and “Haughtily Huffy Hovis”!! He really is under-appreciated by the women in his life.
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We love you Hovis❣️
Enjoy the races this weekend everyone! Good Luck and safe, sound racing for all.
Hugs and Love
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
What is going on here? I kept trying to see the link with the picture every one is mentioning, but it sounds like that was another day and time? Hmmmm. . . , ,
judy berube
Dear Sandy:
As Marshall said, I think Gremlins at work here! Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Sandy:
Thanks for posting our Hovis.
Yes, all the coping wears on us; it’s been so long now.
Rooting for Tiz; Godspeed all; safe and sound. Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Hmmmm,
The moon isn’t full now so what’s going on with the above June replies?
Definitely, the work of those mischievous gremlins!
For a moment, I thought I was losing the REST of my mind! ?
Must be something in the atmosphere favoring gremlin activity. Ha-Ha!
Cheers and Hugs
Lindal
Cutie pies can be found on Lane’s End FB page. They are half sisters.
Tomorrow, Zenyatta’s friend, Life is Sweet will have a 2 year old colt running for the first time. Lots of hype about him. His trainer? His mom’s, JS. I wonder if they have to coax him out of bed in the AM? LindaL
judy berube
Dear Lindal and Z Fans:
Life Is Sweet’s boy’s name is Waspirant. He’s going in the 10th Race at Del Mar tomorrow. Godspeed; safe and sound all. Love and Hugs, JB
Lindal
Breaking news:Z-Z placed 5th in both of his competitions today out of twelve entries. Everyone is over-the-moon at his results. Pictures and videos to follow. They still have tomorrow to compete. I thought I saw something in him early on, his brain has connected with his body on his new adventure.
I believe you can view his pictures through the home page under progeny. FYI. Lindal
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
He does look like Papa!
Thanks for the photos, JB. ?
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Somehow some June posts are mixed up with today’s (August 7th). Had me confused there.
Lindal, thanks for the heads up on ZI and big congrats to him on his fifth place finish so far. Wonderful. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Shirlee, Sandy and Z Fans:
I love TIZ and his team and Honor and his team. Love Cafe and his daddy. My heart’s with Honor, but I do love them all. As our Shirlee said, stay healthy and safe all. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, CK and DC:
Stay cool and comfy and Happy Dreams. Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, CK and DC:
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Shirlee and Z Fans;
Congrats to Texas Ted and his daughter, My Girl Red, on her win in the Sorrento today at Del Mar. She went gate to wire easily. What a gorgeous girl she is. Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/242741/my-girl-red-leads-throughout-sorrento-at-del-mar
judy berube
OOPs: Apologies to Texas RED for the typo. Love and Hugs, JB
Kathy
Dear Judy,
Tons of talent and yes…GORGEOUS!
Hugs,
Kathy
Marshall (NC Broad)
Gosh Judy,
My Girl Red is gorgeous! Congrats to her, papa Texas Red, and all the connections!!
Safe racing and good luck to all racing today!
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Kathy and Marshall:
Love and Hugs, JB
PS: The Gremlins are at it again; postings from June.
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
Thanks for posting the great article by Steve Haskin — The summer of ’69, it was only yesterday, wasn’t it? Another excellent piece by our brilliant wordsmith, SH! One day maybe I will get to Saratoga!
Thanks, also, for posting the great photos of TTL, HAP, Maximum Security’s half brother and the pictures of Coz and Zi. So enjoyed seeing these wonderful guys! Also, enjoyed the video of Midnight Bisou — she is so lovely!
Hugs and Love
shirleeinindy
Judy,
Steve is more than just a writer. He is a poet of horse racing. Loved his article. He always seems to say what so many of us are thinking.
Lots of good racing this weekend. Hope Midnight Bisou and Mike are safe and do well.
Miss Mill Ridge, Headley, Price and Hannah. Grow big and strong Pistol, Fancy Face and Act 3.
shirleeinindy
Judy,
Thanks for posting Our Girl Red’s race. I loved her dad and grandsire the great Afleet Alex. My computer is acting funny so hope you get this. I am sooooo thrilled for Tiz The Law. He became my favorite after Nadal was injured and retired. He seems to be something very special. And his team is such a joy to hear from and watch.
Hope all are doing well and staying safe. Things are looking a little bleak here in Indiana. We are having a 1,000+ positives a day. Staying home and washing and wearing my mask. Enjoy everyone’s post so much.
judy berube
Dear Shirlee:
My Girl Red is a gorgeous Chestnut. Does her daddy proud.
I love TIZ too, but I’ll have a problem choosing between him and Honor AP in the Derby. I love both of them.
Yes, this virus isolation is really wearing on everyone now. Stay safe please. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
What a day at the Spa. Congrats to TIZ The Law. As our Ann would say, be still my heart. Great wins by Gamine and Serengeti Empress as well. Congrats to all and to all connections. I think Gamine matched the stakes record time today, 1:20.83 for 7 Furlongs.
Just a note on Uncle Chuck. Poor boy only raced three times as of today. He’s still green and I hope he and all of them came back fit and sound. Love and Hugs, JB
shirleeinindy
Judy,
Too much too soon for Uncle Chuck. He was busy talking to the other horses in the paddock. Wonder what he said to them. He is a good horse but I wonder if the 1-1/4 mile is a little much for him. Hope he and all are healthy and eating up all the food today.
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, CK and DC:
Have a lovely evening and Happy Dreams. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear I grid:
Hope you’re doing well. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Here’s an article with a replay of the Travers if you haven’t seen it. Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/242747/tiz-the-law-rolls-home-in-travers
Martha Fosdick
Wow! Great races for Gamine and Tiz tThe Law. I didn’t get to see the Serengetti Empress run, but I’m very glad to hear she won.
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Here’s an article and Gamine’s replay in the Test. Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/242748/gamine-continues-brilliant-ways-in-test
Kathy
Dear Judy,
Gamine is just a wonderful horse! She really opened up, so impressive!
Hugs,
Kathy
judy berube
Dear Shirlee and Ann:
Isn’t he just stunning. Godspeed; safe and sound. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Kathy:
Yes, indeed. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Ann:
She really is a girlie girl.
So true about TIZ; confident even at that young age.
Those ears on Maxi’s half brother; too cute. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Here’s BloodHorse article on the brilliant Serengeti Empress and the replay of her Ballerina win. So good to see her back to form. Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/242746/serengeti-empress-returns-to-top-form-in-ballerina
Vampressqueen Sue Colvin
Hi Zsters ?,
Getting ready to get off the machine which i call Nosferatu. ?
Thx for the replays of Gamine’s & Tiz the Law’s races. Awesome! ?
Time to go now.
All my luv ? HugZ ❤prayerZ ?
Vamp
judy berube
Dear Vamp Sue:
Love and Hugs, JB
Ann NC
Congrats to Team Tiz. B Tagg got his Travers. Congrats.
What a beautiful day of racing from Saratoga.
Congrats to all of the other fine winners.
Zi, hope you enjoyed the show. Proud of you.
Gremlins are busy?!
judy berube
Dear Ann:
Gremlins certainly are playful here. I left a goodnight post for Z and the babes and it’s disappeared. Going to try again.
So happy for TIZ and Mr. Tagg too. Art Collector won impressively at Ellis Park today. Congrats to him and connections. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, CK and DC:
Trying this again.
Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear ZFriends,
At the risk of triggering more “gremlin” June reruns, wasn’t that Travers Stakes one of the very best races? How exhilarating TTL was and that super-charged high gear was amazing! Congrats to Tiz The Law, Manny Franco, Barclay Tagg, Robin Smullen, all the staff and the Sackatoga Stable owners! I am a believer❣️
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
TTL is magnificent! Love and Hugs, JB
Ann NC
Dear Marshall, JB and Zfans,
Yes, the Travers Stakes was fantastic!
So happy for Team Tiz/Tagg.
Hope all of the runners had a good rest and are feeling fine today.
Linda Rice posted a pic of Max Player in his stall. Great effort by him. He looked so tired…sweet boy!
Good week to all. Stay well.
https://twitter.com/nytbreeders/status/1292278232163725312
judith berube
Dear Lindal:
Thanks so much. I’ll look for them.
Godspeed MB and Mikey! Love and Hugs, JB
judith berube
Dear Lindal and Z Fans:
I think I found the video of COZ and his little rider. Too cute!
https://www.facebook.com/desousastablesllc/videos/589712521676344/?__so__=channel_tab&__rv__=all_videos_card
Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Thanks for the pic of Max Player, Ann. Too Cute!! He tried real hard.
Love the caption❣️
Hello! Watch out for Gremlins! They are still popping up. ?
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Ann and Z Fans:
Ann, poor baby, Max Player. He does look tired. He gave it his all.
Also, above the photo of Max is a beautiful photo of TIZ with his groom quietly celebrating his Travers win at Saratoga. Don’t you just love the bond the horses have with their grooms. Sweet!
Love and Hugs, JB
Ann NC
Good job little rider. Wow, sitting way up there.
Good boy Coz. Love this! We are so proud of you.
Thanks JB and Lindal.
judy berube
Dear Marshall and Z Fans:
Here’s Art Collector’s win replay in the Ellis Park Derby today. What a Kentucky Derby field this is shaping up to be. Love and Hugs, JB
https://youtu.be/O-Xg-J3q9yA
judy berube
Dear Marshall and Shirlee:
Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
Thanks for posting the replay of the Ellis Park Derby. Congrats to Art Collector and all connections! He is KD bound for sure! Nice race.
Eeeek! The Gremlins are still at it! This is so strange. ?
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, CK and DC:
Hope you’re having a great day. Love and Hugs, JB
Lindal
The same cutie pies on Lane’s End FB on Friday are there again this AM. They are half-sisters, may explain the bond.
Today is big money Mike’s Birthday.
Z-Z has a short clip of his Saturday’s performance at his show. He is zipping around and jumping like he has been doing this all his life! His current connections are so proud and excited for him. He really has found his niche. Bravo!!!! Lindal
judy berube
Dear Lindal and Z Fans:
Here’s the photo of the cuties. They’re Candy Rides just like our little Redhead.
https://m.facebook.com/lanesendfarm/photos/a.659687637413435/3208779325837574/?type=3&source=54&ref=page_internal
Good for ZI. Wonderful to know he’s enjoying his new work.
A very happy Birthday to our Mikey.
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
The more I looked at the photo of the little fillies, I realized THAT IS the little Redhead. She’s the Chestnut. The ears give it away. Love and Hugs, JB
Kathy Rabl
Think you’re right Judy, those lovely ears and her pompom spot, and her inherited curiosity of the camera! Hugs KathR
judy berube
Dear Kathy R.:
Love and Hugs, JB
Lindal
Finally, the connection of the pictures posted by Lane’s End was made! There was a picture of the same two posted on Friday which I wrote about. I have mentioned before that Lane’s End posts picture each Friday, and frequently it is of Z20. They call it Foal Friday. Lindal