It's been ages since Trouble Shoes had any hope of competing in a rodeo. However, today would be different. Going to the Equestria Rodeo competition in Canterlot would get him to learn from the best. Obviously every proficient rodeo pony was going to be there, so learning the rodeo would be a snap.

After all, what could go wrong?

Cover Art and Editing by luna150

Written for the Equestria Daily Writers' Training Ground

Of course, not all friendships stem from favorable events; some can be created by even socially isolating issues.

Sweetie Belle and Scootaloo completely understand this fact. Apple Bloom understands this as well, but not like Sweetie Belle and Scootaloo did, for they have known this lesson longer—about 30 minutes longer.

Special Thanks to luna150 for the cover art and editing.

This story was written for the Everfree Northwest Writing Contest.