I learned a lot at the World Equestrain Games. First and foremost, I learned that there are quiet a few horses that I would give everything in my checking account ($71.62) to own or even to have the chance to sit on one time. Also, I was reminded that the partnerships between all the horses and their riders is something that has developed over years, and it is that partnership that brings these combinations to such a big moments in their careers. Along with all the highs and great emotions from the WEG, I was reminded that horses are humbling and one thrown shoe on cross country can close the door on an almost tangible dream. But that is horses. We love them and what they do for us through every high and every low.
Now that the World Games has left us and winter is falling upon us, its time to get inspired! The WEG left me feeling so inspired, as I hope it did you too! No matter what your goals are for next year, winter is a great time for practice and plotting for the spring (or bareback trail riding in the snow). So, what does your winter, WEG insprired, list look like?
All good things must come to an end. So here it is, your final medal count for the 2010 World Equestrian Games….
Great Britain- 9 Gold, 7 Silver, 3 Bronze, Total 19
Germany- 5 Gold, 5 Silver, 4 Bronze, Total 14
Netherlands- 5 Gold, 3 Silver, 1 Bronz,e Total 9
America- 3 Gold, 2 Silver, 3 Bronze, Total 8
Belgium- 1 Gold, 2 Silver, 1 Bronze, Total 4
UAE- 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze, Total 3
Australia- 1 Gold, 2 Bronze, Total 3
Switzerland- 1 Gold, Total 1
Spain- 1 Gold, Total 1
Denmark- 3 Silver, 3 Bronze, Total 6
France- 2 Silver, 1 Bronze, Total 3
Canada- 1 Silver, 2 Bronze, Total 3
Saudi Arabia- 1 Silver, Total 1
New Zealand- 1 Bronze, Total 2
Italy- 1 Bronze, Total 1
Norway-1 Bronze, Total 1
Finland- 1 Bronze, Total 1
Austria- 1 Bronze, Total 1
