The results are in!
We’re so grateful to each and every participant. We sold a record number of stickers, and with Zenyatta’s owner Ann Holbrook matching every donation, we raised over $30,000 for Hope for Horses.
Zenyatta’s halter, auctioned by Thoroughbred Charities of America, brought in $4,000 for California Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Foundation, Inc.
Grand Prize: An Invitation to Meet Zenyatta
Gina Danna, TX
Wesley Schroeder, KY
Karen Halvey, NY
Cyndi Hendrix, GA
Judith Berube, RI
Zenyatta Shop gift certificate: Our favorite fan photo
Cynthia Holt, CA
Daily Giveaways
Details about each giveaway can be found here.
November 6
Diana Hanson, OH
November 7
Tom Norris, CO
November 8
Theresa Powers, OH
November 9
Diane Burge, MI
November 10
Diane Lee, TN
November 11
Linda Davis, TX
November 12
Angela Wolenski, FL
November 13
Tina Farrell, UT
November 14-15
Michele Kafka, Canada
Elizabeth Erwin, NE
Kurt Gravenhorst, CA
Debbi M
Congratulations to all the winners!!
judy berube
Dear Team Z and Lane’s End:
Thank you so very much for making this visit with Z possible. I am just thrilled and so grateful. Dream come true! Thank you for helping horses.
Congrats to all the winners and congrats Cynthia H on best photo.
Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
YAY!!!
Cheers and a world of Congrats, Judy!! Couldn’t happen to a nicer person.
I know you are over the moon❣️
Hugs and Love ❤️
Cynthia Holt
Many congratulations, Judy! I am thrilled for you! I am so glad that your dream finally came true. Love to you.
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Absolutely super that one of our foundation Z Dumplings and all around great person has won!! ?❤️
judy berube
My Dear Sandy:
Thank you dear heart. This is such a gift. Love and Hugs, JB
shirleeinindy
Judy,
So happy for you. You deserve this for your devotion to Zenyatta, the Blog and all of us here on the Blog. Looking forward to seeing photos of you and our girls. Again, I am thrilled for you.
judy berube
My Dear Shirlee:
Thank you so much for your sweet words. Hope it happens for you next time.
Love and Hugs, JB
Vampressqueen Sue Colvin
CongratZ Judy!‼️❗
Ditto to every1s responses!
Im so thrilled for u! Have an awesome visit when u go. Plus give her a hug from me plz.
Much luv ?❤?
Vamp
judy berube
My Dear Vamp Sue:
Thank you and will do. Love Ya. Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, CK and DC:
Z, can’t wait to meet you. Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB
Christine Klass
As 1 Rhode Islander to another, congratulations Judy. Have a wonderful trip. I envy you.
Kathy
OMG, Judy!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Hugs, Kathy
Robin
Congrats, Judy B. Perfect person to go on our behalf. Enjoy being in her presence!
judy berube
Dear Marshall, Cynthia, Christine, Kathy and Robin:
Thank you all for your sweet words. Will be sure to tell Z how much you love her.
Still on Cloud Nine! Love and Hugs, JB
Kimberly Potter
So happy for you JB!
judy berube
Dear Kimberly:
Thank you dear heart. Continued prayers for your good health. Will give Z your love.
Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Congratulations and a million thanks to Team Z, LE, the very generous Ann Holbrook and Queen Z for this wonderful fundraiser to benefit Hope for Horses!!! Well done❣️
Congrats to all winners, too. ?
Hugs and Love
Cynthia Holt
I am so honored that my photo was chosen as the winner for the 2020 Zenyatta Celebration photo contest. All of the entries were beautiful and wonderful, and speak to the enduring love which we share for our Queen. This particular photo is near and dear to my heart. It was taken on October 15, 2010, while on a visit to Barn 55. It was one of the most perfect days of my life, one which I will never forget. The happy lady touting the Guinness is no longer with us, losing a valiant battle with cancer, one reason this memory is so precious to me. Thank you Team Z, for the joy which you continue to scatter in our lives. Many congratulations to all of the lucky winners!
judy berube
Dear Cynthia:
RIP your beautiful, valiant friend. Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Cynthia H.,
Congratulations on winning the photo contest! That’s a great photo — more special because it was at Hollywood Park Barn 55 and a sweet remembrance of your dear friend. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Hugs and Love ?
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Not only are you a super wordsmith but now a winner for a photo too! So happy for you, and thank you for sharing this bittersweet memory with all is us. We are so lucky to have you here!❤️
❤Auntie Judy (So California)❤
Judy aka JB
CONGRATS!!! You are going to be on Cloud 9 when you meet our Queen Z. Zenny will come to the fence to greet you ? Her charisma is breathtaking ? Please give her a kiss ? from her Auntie Judy aka AJ
judy berube
Dear AJ:
Thank you. Will give Z your love.
Oh, I know, photos can’t capture the magnificence of Z. Preparing to be awestruck! Love and Hugs, JB
Christine Klass
Dear Cynthia,
Remember your friend is at peace and looking down on you with all her love.
Cynthia Holt
Dear Judy, Sandy, Christine and Marshall, thank you very much for your kind words. I truly appreciate them. “Remembered joys are never past.”
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Cynthia,
What an exquisitely beautiful sentiment — “Remembered joys are never past”. If I could do needlework, I would embroider a sampler with these words.
Thank you very much! ❤️
Hugs and Love
Cynthia Holt
Thank you very much, Marshall. The beautiful words were written by James Montgomery, a British editor and poet:
Bliss in possession will not last;
Remembered joys are never past;
At once the fountain, stream, and sea,
They were, they are, they yet shall be.
Barbara Brayton
Judy, have to be honest, I am SO jealous. You are very lucky.
judy berube
Dear Barbara:
Don’t I know it. Still pinching myself. Love and Hugs, JB
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Congratulations to all of the winners and to Team Z (especially Ann) for such a successful fund raiser for a great cause.
Linda R
Congrats to EVERYONE!!! It is an experience like no other – ENJOY!!!!!
Sharon Peck
Judy Berube!! Congratulations! What a well-deserved invitation for you! I’m so happy for you. Give Zenyatta a big hug (or pat on the nose!!) for me!! Congrats!
Jeanie
Judy
You are such a deserving winner! They couldn’t have picked a better person to visit Zenyatta! Have a wonderful trip!
Love, Jeanie
judy berube
My Dears Sharon and Jeanie:
Thank you so very much for your kind words and friendship over many years.
Sharon, I will definitely give Z a special pat from you and I’m going to thank her for bringing us all together in our shared love for her. She’s the reason for our Z’sters lasting friendships these past ten years. Love and Hugs, JB
Donna Gail Heim
Judy, I join all the others in believing you are so deserving of a visit with our beloved Queen. Your faithfulness on the blog is noteworthy. Blessings to you.
Of course, there is a bit of envy even though it would be difficult for me to make the trip. To be in her presence is a dream I think we all share. Have a marvelous visit.
judy berube
Dear Donna:
Thank you so very much for your sweet words. All Z’sters are deserving of a visit with Z; never dreamed I’d be so lucky. It truly is a blessing. Love and Hugs, JB
Marilu Villanueva
Congratulations to all the winners!!
Judy B!! So happy and thrilled for you. What a wonderful surprise and gift!! You deserve this win. When you go be sure to give Zenyatta a kiss from me. ❤️
Marilu Villanueva
Dear Cynthia,
Congratulations on winning the photo contest!!! I am sorry to hear your friend is no longer with us. We were so lucky to have gone to Barn 55 and enjoyed seeing Zenyatta. John S is and will always be special. We were free to visit Zenyatta because he was kind and generous to us. 2010 was the last time I saw Zenyatta at Barn 55. Those memories will always have a special
Place in my heart. ❤️
Brenda Springer
Mega congratulations to Judy Berube, Vic and I are so happy for you.
Lori Stein
Congratulations to all! I’ll just keep my hopes up that one year it will be my name on that list to meet Z. Hope all truly enjoy all the festivities at Lane’s End, culminating with a visit with the Queen ?
Martha Fosdick
Please add my name to all those congratulating Judy B. This couldn’t have happened to a nicer, sweeter lady. I would also like to congratulate all the other winners whether I know them or not.
judy berube
Dear Marilyn, Brenda, Lori and Martha:
Thank you all for your kind words.
Brenda, thank you to vic from me.
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Marilu:
Will be sure to give Z your love. Love and Hugs, JB
PS: the post above was meant for you. I guess I have Marilyn on my mind.
Marilu Villanueva
Hi Judy!! Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!! Love and Hugs, Marilu
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, CK and DC:
Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z Fans, Team Z and Lane’s End:
Have a safe, happy Holiday tomorrow. Love and Hugs, JB
Vampressqueen Sue Colvin
Hi Zsters ?
I want to say congratZ to ALL the winners! Im so happy for each of u!
Judy B, enjoy ur visit w/ our queen!
Cynthia Holt, luv ur pic!. CongratZ! What an awesome tribute for ur dearly departed friend?.
HugZ ❤ prayerZ ? to y’all!
HAPPY THXGVNG TO EVERY1!!
Enjoy it however ur able.?
Luv vamp ?♀️
Cynthia Holt
Thank you so much, Vamp. I appreciate your kind words. A very happy Thanksgiving to you.
Peggy (N) South Georgia
To my Dear friend Judy
I am just over the moon happy for you. It couldn’t have happened to a nicer person.
This is just wonderful.
Please tell Zenyatta I love her so much too.
How are you gonna wait till March!!! It will get here
This is a Wonderful Christmas present. So happy for you
Luv ya Dear Friend
Happy Thanksgiving to all and Congrats to all the Winners
Peggy
judy berube
My Dear Peggy:
Thank you dear heart. I will be sure to give Z your love.
Hope you had a good Holiday. Love and Hugs, JB
Kathy
Happy Thanksgiving, one and all.
Hugs, Kathy
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! This will be a very different year for many of us, but we can join in being thankful for Zenyatta, Team Z and this great blog, all of the horse caregivers everywhere, and our wonderful friends here!?❤️??
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, CK and DC:
Hope you had a great day. Happy Dreams. Love and Hugs, JB
Anne from Paramount CA
Judy Berube, this is such wonderful and fantastic news!!! You are so deserving of this honor, to meet our Queen. Hoofray!!! CONGRATULATIONS to you. We know you will be swept off your feet. :-) :-) :-) :-)
And Cynthia, great photo. Means a lot, now. Thanks for sharing.
As others have said, this was such a great fundraiser. Much thanks to everyone at Lanes End and congratulations to all.
judy berube
My Dear Anne:
Thank you so much. I know, I’m so looking forward to meeting Z. Love and Hugs, JB
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Happy Friday everyone! Our boy Hovis seems to be doing a bit better (his mother had previously reported on Face Book that they were “cautiously optimistic”) so that is a great “day after Thanksgiving” treat. Hope all of our Z fans are well and hanging in as this pandemic just seems to be getting worse and worse. Stay safe and be well!
https://www.horseandhound.co.uk/blog/hovis-friday-diary-happy-tears-and-sad-tiers-731551
judy berube
Dear Sandy:
Thanks for our Friday Hovis update . This is encouraging news indeed. Continued prayers for complete recovery for our Hovis; he’s been through so much.
Adding my thoughts to yours for the well-being of our Z Family and with the availability of a vaccine soon, an end to this awful pandemic. Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Sandy,
Thanks for our Hovis update — fingers crossed and healing prayers continued for our Hoverine❣️
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Sandy! Hope you had a fine day, with cake and/or ice cream or some special treats! ?
All the very best to you today and everyday. ? ? ?
Hugs and Love
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Thanks, Marshall! No cake this year, I’m afraid, but I have high hopes for 2021 ?
Love and hugs,
Sandy
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Sandy,
One nice thing: CAKE is always possible❣️ Hope you had a wonderful day — you deserve it. ❤️
Hugs and Love
shirleeinindy
Sandy,
Thanks for our Friday laughs with Hovis. Such a treat to read his diary. I hope he continues to improve.
Hope all had a safe and good Thanksgiving. My kindly neighbor shared her meal with me. And we comforted each other over not being able to travel to family at Christmas. Everyone take care of yourself and have a good December.
What about Muchie’s boy, City Man, winning a stakes yesterday!
Marshall (NC Broad)
YAY, City Man!!
Well done. Thanks for letting us know, Shirley. ?
Hugs and Love