Winter, for some ponies a fun time of the year where they get to play in the snow and skate on the ice. For some ponies, winter is but a bothersome time of year when the snow gets in their way and they try to keep warm each day. For Fluttershy, it is a lonely time of year, a time where she feels as empty as her house.

Each winter day, each and every year when the winter season comes, Fluttershy awakens to loneliness. This year though, things are slightly different. This year, she has somepony beside her to listen to her pains and try to fill the void of loneliness.

The cover image for this story is the artwork 'Flutter Snuggle' by Kurokaji11.

If the cover-art and the name of the author for this story wasn't an obvious enough hint, then I shall forewarn you that this story contains FlutterDash shipping.

I do not - nor do I claim to - own any characters or artwork I use in this story unless otherwise stated - they belong to their respective series and owners.

After failing the test to get into the Wonderbolts, Rainbow Dash remembers the events of the day. However, an unexpected visit from a friend, and a trip down memory lane just might teach her that with the help of a friend she can fly higher than ever before.

Rarity has arranged a blind date for Fluttershy, but refuses to tell her friends who Fluttershy's date might be. Fluttershy is excited and Applejack is happy to help out, but Rainbow Dash isn't so sure. Deciding to take things into her own hooves, she sets out to acquire the flowers and food that were meant for Fluttershy's date, then show up posing as the pretty pegasus's date herself. But the date meant more to Fluttershy than Rainbow Dash knew.

Written for the FlutterDash writing contest, in which it received second place in the reader's choice competition.

Applejack had long since taken the Hearth’s Warming Eve story for fact. When she and Fluttershy find themselves in an untamed wilderness, they’ll learn that not all history is preserved. In their struggle to find their way home, the two will unearth secrets unknown to any living being, pony or otherwise.

Half a world away, the others have problems of their own. As Rainbow Dash struggles to discover exactly what she is to her oldest friend, Twilight must face the stunning truth about her long-time mentor.

In the end, what is lost, and what is found?

Rainbow Dash confides in Twilight Sparkle on a secret. Little does she know, Fluttershy has a secret of her own. When secrets are revealed, everypony's life turns around for the better and the worse.

After getting a mistaken invitation from Pinkie Pie for a Hearth’s Warming Eve Party, Rainbow Dash, now a Wonderbolt, accepts it. She goes back to Ponyville, intent on seeing her friends, and of course, to make amends with her ex-girlfriend, Fluttershy. Sometimes, things don’t quite go as planned.

Co-written by Poison Cure and edited by Lathier.

“Oh my dear mother
I love you so
Till seeds turn to trees
With you, I will be.”

Find out the true meaning of the phrase "I would like to be a tree" through an untold part of the train ride to Appleloosa. Because we all need to understand, hardly any phrase is muttered without a story behind it.

Author's Notes

A story I had in my head for a long while now that I'm finally able to write. Inspired by AeronJVL's art (which is the cover art for this story). I hope you guys enjoy! Be sure to leave some comments about what you liked/what you didn't like! I read all of them!

Credits:
Cover Art & Inspiration: Sunshine by AeronJVL

Proofreading by writer and Bronymaster

This story is a sequel to Introspective Rainbow

After finding the letter, Fluttershy is thrilled at having her feelings for Rainbow Dash returned. However, Rainbow Dash, unaware of Fluttershy's find, continues to struggle. Meanwhile, Fluttershy is unsure about revealing her own feelings and hopes to do this right.

Fluttershy and Rainbow Dash have been friends for a long time. Fluttershy has been in love with Rainbow Dash for a long time. And Rainbow Dash? She hasn't answered the question yet.

But when the opportunity of a lifetime finally arrives, Rainbow may not be able to put off her answer any longer.

People's Choice winner of the Flutterdash Contest 1: "Conflict".

Fluttershy's feelings are a mystery to everyone, even her closest friends. It's not surprising, considering how soft-spoken she is. But when a darkness from her past threatens to consume her, she will be forced to face these feelings head on. Luckily she has Rainbow Dash to support her. At least, she hopes she does.

Awesome cover art by mysticalpha