//------------------------------// // Emotional Support // Story: Broken Shards // by Imagination Ideas AEG //------------------------------// After Imagination's appointment with Dr. Wolf, Imagination and AJ planned to go to Fluttershy's cottage home. On the way to the cottage, AJ and Imagination engaged in a a conversation. "How are you feeling now Imagination? I sure do hope you are feeling better than you were just a mere few days ago. Where you were wasn't where anyone should be. Not even the evilest of ponies deserve depression. Depression is such a jerk by the way, it never listened to you ever. It hurts you from deep inside the soul; it always likes to grasp onto you with both of it's hooves. Depression is the quicksand for happiness," AJ said. "I guess you are right about depression being a freakin' jerk. I can't help ,but think that it is my fault that I have Depression. Maybe if I was a more pure, capable, stronger, better, purer pony, then I wouldn't have to deal with this trial of mine. I don't feel good enough, maybe I will never feel good about myself. I know that not having self worth is bad. If I could control any of those thoughts, I would have already done it. Perhaps it is the depression that is telling me that. Even depression is to blame for my feelings, even if that is the case I can't really do anything do anything to stop it at the moment. Unfortunately, it is too late to fill a prescription for my new anti depressant. No pharmacy is open right now , again it is too late," Imagination said and sighed. Depression makes you stronger and a better pony, Imagination. Just because you have a defect, that impedes on your ability to be happy, focus on tasks and pick up on social cues doesn't mean you are a bad pony. In fact, I actually know that the best ponies in Equestria have the most adversities in life. The universe wouldn't give you a task you and I couldn't face. Don't ever give up! Imagination, you are loved beyond measure by countless ponies. They need you, heck! I need you too! Now I can't live knowing you are going to be you are going to be in a bad place; mentally sick, sis. You are my family now, and I will do everything in my power to make sure you will be alright. You are my family now, and I will do everything in my power to make sure you are alright. So please be okay! I want you be okay, sissy," AJ said with tears in his eyes. AJ hoped she'd be okay. "I think... think I am going.. going to be okay. Ever since I could remember... I thought I was never going to be okay with being okay... was never going to be able to function. Until, you saved me from my terrible emotional agony, AJ. And by the way I should tell you the answer to your earlier question that was, " How I am I feeling?" Although I still don't feel completely okay by any means, I feel slightly better when I made a few friends today. Knowing that I have other ponies actually care about me makes me feel a little better, but I think that it is all that will change right now, maybe this will even be all the progress I will make in months, maybe even years. I think that getting an emotional support animal, medicine, therapy and a few lifestyle choices will help me cope with depression better. Speaking of an emotional support animal, I think we need to get one. My Depression won't ever completely go away, just like words I have said thus far. I can't rewrite the words I have written with my heart, ensnared to it. It will take a quite a long to learn to cope and learn to function with my depression once again. The thoughts won't vanish, like a scar on a cheek. They will fade mostly, but the thoughts will appear once again. I will still hurt, but the pain will be more manageable. One day, far away from now, in the distant future, I will be released from this mortal pain I fee. I will be free in a Heavenly paradise at last. My death in the far future will be a release of all pain and suffering. I will not hurt anymore! I won't do it to myself, but it won't stop me from thinking about it every once in a while," Imagination stated. "Lets change the topic, alright? Okay are you ready to go in and be blown away by the critters' physical appearance? They are all really adorable," AJ said. "I am ready to meet them. Wodents are such cute little babies, that needed to be hugged, kissed and loved. I really want to get a rat and two mice. I had five rats before, but they all passed away with time. There was Vannessa, Oreo, Remy, Snowie aka Snowflake and Tyson. I also had a dog named Summer, and several other pets that were fish and one bunny. By the way did you take me for blind or an idiot? I know Fluttershy's animals are absolutely adorable, you didn't need to tell me that," Imagination said with a smug smirk upon her lips. Imagination and AJ giggled for a few minutes. They laughed so much it hurt the two ponies. Imagination and AJ started coughing due to the strain on their lungs from the continuous laughter. After they calmed down and stopped laughing and coughing, AJ knocked on Fluttershy's door. Fluttershy walked to the door and happily opened it with a trot in her step. Fluttershy happily said, "Hello, welcome to my cottage. What can I help you with today?" "I need an emotional support animal, Dr. Wolf prescribed me to have one," Imagination said. AJ said, " Yes, she needs one very badly and right away." "Alright, I have several animals that you might like. Please come with me everypony," Fluttershy said as she walked into her yard. Imagination and AJ followed her to the yard. "Come on my little friends, come on my little ones, " Fluttershy said. AJ asked "Is she going to burst out into song like she always does?" "Perhaps she will sing, I would like to hear it," Imagination said. "I think she will," Fluttershy said as she took a deep breath as she prepared for a musical number. Fluttershy Now, Imagination my dear, I cannot express my delight It's abundantly clear that somewhere out here Is the pet that will suit you just right Imagination I can't wait to get started, but first let me set a few rules It's of utmost importance the pet that I get Is something that's sweet and comforting. Fluttershy: Sweet and comforting l, got it. I have so many wonderful choices, just wait, you will see Imagination I need something tiny like a penny to cuddle with me Fluttershy Sure! How 'bout a bunny? They're cutsey and wutsey and tiny as can be Imagination Really? One died by eating its bedding. Fluttershy Imagination have faith You see, I will bet you Somewhere in here is the pet that will get you Fluttershy: C'mon, the sky's the limit! Imagination: My allergies are the limit. Fluttershy: Really? Because I think this widdle puddy cat has your name written all over him. Yes he does. Aww, look, he likes you! Imagination: Achoo! Fluttershy I have so many wonderful choices for you to decide There are otters and seals with massive appeal Imagination But I can't cuddle with them Fluttershy: Maybe not, but I've seen this particular seal hug everyone when some pony is sad Imagination: That's it. I'm outta here [Fluttershy] Wait! There must be a pet here that will fit the ticket How 'bout a ladybug or a cute cricket? Imagination: Stronger. And sweeter Fluttershy: Stronger. Sweeter. Right I've got just the thing in a house, Imagination Meet your new fabulous pet Doggie! Imagination: It's just a freaking dog. Fluttershy: Not just any dog. A hypoallergenic dog! Imagination: ...Yeah. So, like I was saying... Fluttershy, pal, this won't do it I need a pet to suit my personality Something cuddly, something loyal With cuteness that defies nature Fluttershy: I'm sensing you want an animal than can cuddle you. Imagination: Ya think? Fluttershy I have plenty of wonderful creatures who soar in the sky Like a goofy ferret or a little cubby guinea pig Imagination: Better, but cuter. Fluttershy I see. How 'bout an owl, or a deer, or a duckling? There's so many wonderful creatures the likes of that There are pandas and hamsters They are both quite adorable Or perhaps what you need is a intelligent and sociable pig Imagination: Now that is better. But instead it still doesn't feel right. I need a pet to suit my inactive lifestyle. So many pets, but still not one that fits right Fluttershy No problem! I can take care of that. Imagination The hamster would be awesome, but I'm afraid it will bite me too D'you have something in a hamster that won't bite ? Fluttershy No I've got a hot pink flamingo, just dying to meet you Imagination What to do? What to do?. *GASP* A Rodent! That's it! There's really just one kind of an animal that will be with me Show me the, sweetness, cuteness, and cuddliest That will put each pet to the test! [Fluttershy] Don't forget energy, that should be considered Imagination Then we'll know for sure who's best of the litter Fluttershy The one who is cuddly and friendly Imagination Just like you Can't settle for less, 'cause I need this ESA Fluttershy & Imagination So a contest we will see Imagination Who's the number one, cutest, cuddliest pet Fluttershy & Imagination In the world for me! Fluttershy May the rats and mice Fluttershy & Imagination come Imagination: And may the best pet win AJ looks at the rats and mice when one with a boy one black body, with a white belly and big ears walks to him and kisses his hoof. Two albino mice did the same to Imagination. "Looks like you two found a few animals that like you, here are the papers for the ESAs, I got them ready while the rodents were licking you. I already have an ID and vest ready for them, I have one for all of my animals specifically for Emotional Support. There is no need to pay me. The male rat is Cody, the biggest mouse is Ellie and the baby mouse is Angelina. I also have supplies for them. Fluttershy quickly left and returned with the supplies. Fluttershy handed all the things that AJ and Imagination needed to them. No charge is necessary, my fellow animal lover and new friend. "It is getting late for you guys you should probably head, " Fluttershy said. Imagination asked, "How did you know I was an animal lover? How did you know I needed a friend?" Fluttershy replied, "I overheard your conversation when you were near my cottage, and my intuition told me you needed a friend. "Oh that explains it, that is pretty amazing if you ask me," Imagination said. Fluttershy just blushed at Imagination's compliment. "Thank you and Have a nice day Fluttershy! We hope to see you soon," AJ and Imagination said. For once in Imagination's life she'd knew things would get better. She was going to uplift and inspire others to be aware of mental health conditions, she had to make a difference. Increasing awareness to depression would do that. She'd do it as fast as she'd can. For AJ, things were better in his life too. Even though he had to deal with Imagination's struggles alongside her, he felt less lonely. He had some family that could love him and could see him everyday. He hugged Imagination and watched her hug him back, with smiles that lit up their faces.