EqG Tales: Enchantimals Edition

by Brian Sheil


37. Fishing with Sashay Seal

Applejack and Apple Bloom we’re making their way to their fishing spot to catch some catfish for an old fashioned fish fry.
“Do ya think the catfish are biting?” Apple Bloom asked.
“Don’t y’all fret none.” Applejack said. “Granny Smith said that the fish are plentiful this time of year. We’re sure to catch something.”
“I guess you’re right. As long as we don’t catch any old boots.”
Applejack chuckled, knowing that her sister is right. When they arrived, they prepared themselves. They got their fishing poles ready, they loaded bait on their hooks. Minutes later, they are at the dock with their hooks in the water.
“At least the weather is cooperating.” Apple Bloom noticed. “The sun is shining, a gentle breeze, puffy white clouds, it’s perfect."
“I can’t argue with that, Apple Bloom.” Applejack added. “In your case, it’s definitely good barefoot weather.”
Applejack is right as Apple Bloom has on a yellow T shirt, blue bib overalls with the cuffs rolled up, and her sneakers are put to the side.
“Mind if I join you?” Said a young woman’s voice.
The Apple Sisters soon saw a light gray skinned girl with shimmering blue hair. She has white down to her black nose. And has what looks like whiskers on her face.
“I don’t believe it.” Applejack gasped, knowing who it is. “Sashay Seal!”
Sashay came up to the sisters. “Hi, Applejack. Doing some fishing?”
“Sure enough.” Applejack answered. “Me and my sister are determined to catch some catfish for a good old fish fry.”
“Big Mac is cleaning our grill even as we speak.” Apple Bloom informed.
“That’s great.” Sashay said as she drops her hook into the water. “Maybe we can catch some fish too.”
Apple Bloom got confused. “We?”
A seal came along, and started to nuzzle the younger Apple sibling.
“Where did this critter come from?” Apple Bloom wondered.
Applejack chuckled as this cute sight. “That’s Sashay’s bestie: Blubber.”
“Pretty cute name for a cute little seal.”
Blubber barked happily when Apple Bloom’s pole suddenly jerked.
“Hey!” She shouted. “I got a bite!”
“Don’t lose your grip, Apple Bloom.” Sashay called out.
“Don’t worry about my sister, Sashay.” Applejack confirmed. “She’s got this.”
Apple Bloom held her pole steady. She started to reel in her catch. Seconds later, a beautiful catfish was reeled in. Everybody was happy. Especially Apple Bloom.
“Look that this!” Apple Bloom cheered. “It’s a beauty.”
Applejack and Sashay were pleased with the results. Later, fish were cooking on the grill as the Apple Family were satisfied with the fishing trip.
“Great fish you girls caught.” Granny Smith praised.
“Thanks, Granny.” Applejack replied.
“I still can’t believe that I caught a big one.” Apple Bloom said with disbelief.
“Sometimes, some people can get lucky.”
Granny Smith then turned to Sashay, who was joining them. “I heard that you were surprised with your catch, Sashay.”
“I was.” Sashay replied. “I reeled in a boot. I was going to throw it back until Applejack stopped me. It turns out that there was a fish in it.”
Blubber barked in agreement as Applejack spoke up. “Somethin’ I picked up from a Yogi Bear cartoon.”
Everybody had a good laugh as the fish continues to cook. This has been one good day for fishing.