New Minific: Happily Ever After* · 4:03pm Nov 30th, 2016
This is my fic from the Writeoff that ended this morning. It won 4th place—barely missing a medal. 
But it's still an honor, and naturally I'm thrilled so many ponies enjoyed it. 
It's the morning after Cranky and Matilda's wedding.
Naturally, Cranky is very happy, but... there's something missing.
If you've been reading my blog for the past few months, you may pick up on just how personal the message of this story is to my life and my work here on Fimfiction. No worries, however (don't read until you've read the story!): It may not matter much, as the effects of the ECT seem to be wearing off more than I'd hoped. :( I'm going back to my doctor to aggressively try drugs with worse side effects. Of course, I'd gladly pay the price in the story to be free from this (sorry fans), but it will likely remain a struggle for me so you're probably safe. However, I'm blessed to have friends and loved ones who continue to support me, so I don't think I'm in any danger.
The unspoilered version is that I am still struggling with depression, but I'm going to be okay. 
I hope you can enjoy my story. 
There's a connection between the message and the story, isn't there?
Of course, I highly doubt you'd just tell it to me straight.
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When my depression had temporarily disappeared completely (during ECT), I wasn't able to write. Myth of the "tortured artist" aside, much of my muse and the messages I have to say seem to come from that mental illness. So that's where the story comes from. It's been modified to make it seem more realistic, though (Cranky only had one thing to say, unlike I, who have many).
It's good to hear those words, Trick.
And hey congrats on 4th! I wanted to enter this round, but like usual there just wasn't the time or energy. Maybe next time. I do miss them.
I hope so!