Mary was inspired to create “Every Second Counts" after having attended both the Rolex 3-Day Event in Lexington Kentucky and Badminton Horse Trials in England. As she walked the cross-country course, she often wondered how on earth the riders would approach the fences. Not only were they massive and sometimes narrow, but occasionally you would find a tree on the other side of the jump, so the rider had to approach the fence at an angle.  "Every Second Counts" is a reflection of the challenges that horse and rider are faced with when competing at such high levels and a tribute to their courage.

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