New Zealand comes together

Over the past 6 post's I have talked to you about 'partying' with friends and family, however I would like to finish this blog off by discussing a certain occasion which we have all been exposed to in the past month and a half. Please few the above link before progressing on..... 

I know for myself, study, exams and assignments all went out the window for 24 hours- It was the world cup final baby, a historical event that would be noted as one of the countries biggest parties of the last century. The nations heart's dropped as Cruden left the field, only to be replaced by McDonald. For a duration of 40 minutes, kiwi's sat on the edge of their seats in suspense, as the clock ticked down. A nerve racking quarter of an hour saw the French getting closer and closer to the victory, and with a solid defence led the All Blacks crowned as champions. Strangers all over the country were hugging, and Im sure as a nation we have never been more powerful. Although playing rugby is not a party, what this occupation brought this country is exactly that. Cultures were brought together, game after game, sharing the same love and passion for the sport, and celebrating together until the early hours of the morning. 

I would like to emphasize how powerful occupations can be in creating a party. The rugby world cup is prove if this. 

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Although the above picture can be argued by many that burning couches is not the best way to celebrate, however everyone has their own way of expressing themselves. 

Rugby is our countries identity, for many years now it has been thrown around that we are the best, However we have failed to hold that one cup up. Seeing an explosion of celebration from city to city, and regardless that we were separated by many miles, our country partied together as one and although technically 30 men won the title, it was New Zealand's win, New Zealand's celebration.