To sum up 2013 for the American Quarter Horse show industry, “upward and onward” would do just fine. From wildfires, floods, tornadoes and a historic blizzard, horsemen across the United States were reminded this year to count their blessings before they lay their heads down at night. But despite all the loss and heartache, those impacted by the worst in 2013 did not suffer alone. Truly, horse people can always be counted on to band together when horses and horsemen are in need.