It's normal for any filly whose aunt has saved Equestria hundreds of times to try and emulate her, and Shining Armor is right there to (blithely) encourage Flurry in her aspirations. Even if they're a tad... esoteric.
With all of Northern Zebrica under their spell, the three sirens are at the peak of their power and poised to invade Equestria. Obviously, now is the best time to follow Sonata's suggestion to hit the beach and leave the country to run itself.
As the new year approaches, Starlight believes the best way to celebrate is with a romantic, homemade meal with Sunburst. Getting a few items on the last day stores are open won't be an issue, right?
To spite the merry season of Hearth's Warming, Trixie exacts her revenge on Twilight for her humiliation after the Ursa Minor "incident." At least she would, if somepony hadn't interfered.
In a time of rapid advancement, magic has been pushed to the sidelines. However, as technology continues to encroach, it can drive some ponies to the edge. Can a simple scribe still prove that magic has a use in the era of steam and radio?
Hearth's Warming has come again. Alone for the holiday, Starlight deals with events from her past while working on finding the perfect gift for Sunburst.
With Hearth's Warming around the corner, Firelight messes up his gifting plans for his Honey-Bunny, Stellar Flare. Surely last-minute shopping won't have repercussions, right?
Luster Dawn has been dispatched to follow in Twilight's hoof tracks to her old hometown of Ponyville. And, like Twilight did with Celestia, she has homework. Consistent friendship updates are expected, although they may not always come on time.
After a "request" from Starlight, she and Sunburst are preparing a date for the weekend. As everypony knows, when those two ponies plan something, nothing ever goes awry.