01/09/2026
Connie's post reminds me of one of my favorite interviews. It's with Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo, where he says -
"Enjoy the butterflies, Enjoy being naive, Enjoy the nerves, the pressure. If you kind of want to stand on the top from day one, then there's nothing else to look forward to.
Enjoy kind of the process of making a name for yourself and meeting some great people along the way. There's a lot of worldly people in this paddock that you can laugh with, learn from, enjoy some moments with.
So embrace the good ones, stay focused, don't be too far off your path, just keep trying to build and grow, and learn from yourself..."
A heartfelt reflection on competitive dog training, big goals, missed wins, and lifelong partnerships. Through decades of obedience and field trial experience, Connie explores why growth, connection, and love for the sport matter more than titles.
