Thorns is a lonely mare in the service of the Crystal Empire Royal Guard. Having served in the guard for 10 years, she decides to leave the service. Moving back to Cloudsdale her hometown, she discovers how different regular life is. Many ponies along the way help her leave the past in the past and focus on her abundant future.

Dear Mr. Therapist,

My name is Sweetie Belle.

And I am imperfect.

This is the part of my story you did not know.

Written for National Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2016.

Rated T for disorder-related self harm.