Name: Mary Frances Pursley 

How old are you: I am nine and a half years old.

How long have you been riding? I have been riding for almost four years.

What is your favorite thing to do in lessons? I like to trot!

What is your favorite thing about the barn? My favorite thing about the barn is that I get to ride horses.

Do you have any riding goals for the summer? This summer I would like to jump a higher jump. Right now I mainly jump poles and flower boxes on the ground and sometimes crossrails that are a little bit higher.

Do you have a favorite horse? I like Butterscotch! I like the way she trots and her personality. She’s nice most of the time. I think Butterscotch likes me too! 

What are you doing during the quarantine to stay busy? I am playing outside with my brothers, doing school work, reading, playing inside, and taking care of my new baby chicks!

Do you have any pets? I have a dog named Buster Moon and 3 Baby Chicks

What is a horse fact you can share with us? Always keep your keels down! 

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