As an antique from their past dredges up memories, both painful and poignant, two ponies recall things that have transpired, but will never be forgotten.

Artwork is by TeamLars.

Rarity and Applejack share a secret history: as fillies, they were the best of friends, until one terrible day soured their relationship for years to come. Forced back together by recent events and mutual friendships, they nevertheless cannot ignore the painful memories of all that went wrong. The past cannot be changed, but when Rarity and Applejack must work together to save their sisters from terrible danger, it just may be the case that a friendship once broken can be reforged in fire, and emerge from the flames stronger than ever before.

This story is a birthday gift from me and the illustrator, Harwick, to a very dear friend with a singular affection for Rarity and Applejack.

Equestria has changed.

Princess Celestia and Luna have disappeared just as foreigners have come to change everypony's lives. Skyscrapers, TVs, cars, handheld video games--technology of all kinds can now be found in this land of Magic. But at the moment, Pipsqueak has to deal with the laziest boss in the world.

As he meets all of his old friends from Ponyville, what will he learn about the dark truth of the Wars that happened a decade ago?

As the years drew on, Spike's childish heart grew into that of a true adult, longing for the finer things in life; the finest things. He pursues his relationship with Rarity, but all does not go as planned.

Filled with anger and sorrow, Spike and Rarity fall away from one another. In his grief, Spike pursues new interests, and their friendship is in danger of never recovering.

But perhaps the truest words in life are these: you do not know what you had until you have lost it. Jealous and alone, finding no comfort in stallions she once loved, can Rarity reclaim her one chance at true love, before it is too late?

After witnessing Dinky being bullied at School, Pipsqueak decides to try and do something special for her to try and cheer her up. His quest to find her a rare flower takes him into the Everfree Forest and his taking of this unique rose is the catalyst for destruction. Can Dash and her trusted Weather Team save the forest? Can they save themselves when they get trapped in the middle of it all?

Soarin is having trouble flying after school Spitfire gives him a lesson.

This is a short little story I did on request because I couldn't sleep. Comments and stars always appreciated. This is probably the closest to shipping I've gotten in my life.

When the mane six go on vacation, Twilight has no idea what to do. All she's ever known is reading. How can she cope at the beach with strict orders from Princess Celestia not to read?

Everypony has their secrets. Their own 'guilty pleasures' that they try to hide even from those closest to them. What kind of secret does Twilight Sparkle keep to herself, and can she indulge in it when she has the whole library to herself?

Luna finds out about Pip's life, and decides to adopt him. This leads to her going to Ponyville much more often, and seeing more familiar faces. Feelings that she can't explain begins to develop in her.

Spike orders a How-To guide book to win Rarity's heart. Will Spike be able to follow all the steps like a true gentlecolt? Will any of the steps actually work? And just what is Rarity looking for in her friendship with Spike, anyway?

Image by VanilleCream at DeviantArt (used by permission).

Totally awesome fanart by Multiversecafe found here: http://multiversecafe.deviantart.com/art/How-to-Woo-your-Lady-in-9-Easy-Steps-285329019