Just Like You
Just Like You
by SanityLost
A filly hopped home down Ponyville Street,
happily humming a song with a gentle beat.
Her coat was white, as soft as a mink.
Her curly mane, was purple and pink.
Excitement welled in this filly Sweetie Belle,
because tomorrow at school was show-and-tell.
She had waited all month for that special day,
to show her class a rather stunning display.
She finally arrived at a building quite unique,
a three story carousel that housed a boutique.
It was The Carousel Boutique (what an original name!),
and was home to a seamstress of incredible fame.
The boutique door opened, and in walked Sweetie Belle.
"Hey Rarity, I'm home!" She said with a yell.
The designer Rarity, was busy with a dress.
When she heard the announcement, she made quite a mess.
The elder white unicorn, stopped her work with a growl,
then turned toward her sister, wearing an angry scowl.
"Little sister," said Rarity, "could you be more quiet?
You sound like you're going to start a riot."
"Sorry," Sweetie Belle watched her sister fume,
"I was just saying hi. If you need me, I'll be in my room."
Some sisters would be miffed at a Sibling's outburst.
But Sweetie was used to it, it wasn't her sister's first.
The little unicorn made it to her room and closed door.
Then she took out something she'd folded in a drawer.
She took the item out and unrolled it on her bed
Carefully she fussed with it until it was evenly spread
It was made of two pieces of fabric, colorful, and very bright
Neon green on the left and bright orange on the right.
The stitching was loose in some places, in others, too tight
but the little triangular part, in the center was just right.
Some parts of the hem were bare, some were very frilly,
sometimes the edges were straight, and other times hilly.
In a few places it was pointed, in others it was round.
Nowhere in Equestria, could such a cloth be found.
The greatest minds that ever lived would be confused,
as to how this cloth was supposed to be used.
But if you squinted, and looked at it upside down,
you could tell that this piece was clearly a gown.
Sweetie eyed this work and said, "Almost done."
"Making this gown was really, really fun!"
"Tomorrow morning, show-and-tell will be great!
I am so excited, I don't know how I can wait!"
With great excitement. she added some final touches.
Then held the gown tightly, in her hoofed clutches.
"Whew finally done," she said, "this will look great on me!"
"Soon I'll be a famous fashionista, like my sister Rarity."
Sweetie could just see everypony admire her work.
If she was lucky, she might even get her cutie mark!
She put on her gown, then left her room with a hop.
But after a few steps, she came to a complete stop.
Rarity stood before her, her eyes went very wide.
When Sweetie saw this, she swelled with pride.
"Hey Rarity! Guess what, I made a gown for show and tell.
Some parts are kind of rough, but I think it turned out well."
Rarity raised an eyebrow, and slowly tilted her head.
"This is a very interesting...pattern for a gown," she said.
Sweetie Smiled "Its not perfect, and it may take a year or two,
but maybe one day soon, I can make dresses just like you."
"Sweetie Belle," Rarity sighed, "I don't think that is true."
"The career of fashionista, just doesn't suit you."
"Pardon me for being blunt, but your gown is a little...flawed."
"The colors clash, it has no shape, and the hips are too broad."
"I'm sorry Sweetie Belle, but this gown does not inspire.
You should take it out now, and toss it in a fire."
Tears welled in Sweetie's eyes, in her throat there was a strain,
knots formed in her stomach, and she thought of nothing but pain
"I guess you're right" she said with a quiver, "I'm not like you.
I guess I was being dumb, trying to do what you do."
She quickly turned around, and ran into her room.
The sun's dimming rays, gave it an air of gloom.
Sweetie pulled off the gown, and tore it apart.
All of the ripping didn't stop the tear in her heart.
"Fine then, I don't care, what's the point anyway,"
she said with a shout, "gown making is stupid as hay!"
Sweetie threw herself on her bed. She cried and she wailed.
What was she going to do? She had completely failed.
Rarity knocked on her door and begged her to come out.
But Sweetie told her "Go away," in a bawling shout.
Her sister continued to knock, but Sweetie didn't hear,
not a word of her sister's calls reached the pony's ear.
After an hour of knocking, Rarity went away.
Not long after that, so did any trace of the day.
Sweetie looked out her window, into the crystal night.
Her green eyes stared hard, into Luna's full light.
"Luna," she began to pray, "how can pain go away?"
"I cried and tore up that dress, but all it does is stay."
A moonbeam fell through the window and landed on a quill.
Instantly Sweetie knew, what would warm her heart's chill.
With quill in mouth, she began to pour out her pain.
On a scroll, she wrote about darkness and rain.
She wrote about heights, that she would never reach.
She wrote about barriers, that she would never breach.
She wrote about horizons, that she could not see,
and about the pony, that she could never be.
Once the words were written, a tune crossed her mind,
filled with the notes, her sadness seemed to find.
She let the tune escape her lips, mournfully and slow,
and with its somber beauty, the pain seemed to go
Once she had finished her song, the darkness wasn't so deep.
She was able to lay down, and slowly drift into sleep.
The sun's morning rays woke her from her reprieve.
The coming school day, caused her to grieve.
She had nothing to take with her and show,
only the worst pain that any pony could know.
Breakfast with Rarity was silent of course,
Sweetie tuned out her sister's words of remorse.
The filly packed her saddle bags without a thought,
taking with her the poem her agony had wrought.
The walk to the schoolhouse was slow.
Sweetie truly didn't want to go.
The day passed like all days did,
then the Teacher Cheerilee smiled and said,
"Okay my little ponies, It's time for show and tell!
Who'd like to go first? How about you Sweetie Belle?"
Sweetie looked down, and sadly said no.
Right after Twist asked if she could go.
Each and every pony, brought a special item,
and shared a story, on why it was special to them.
Each pony stood up, and presented tall and proud,
while Sweetie tried to disappear in the crowd.
As each pony presented, Sweetie read last night's writing.
It was the only thing that kept her from crying.
Once every pony's turn had came to pass,
Sweetie was asked to come in front of the class.
Sweetie just sniffed and said she didn't want to go,
she said she brought nothing with her, to talk about and show.
Cheerilee saw the paper, and asked if it was a note.
Sweetie said it was just a song that she wrote.
The teacher asked if she would sing it for the class,
Sweetie said it was terrible, and she should pass.
The entire class was curious, and urged her to sing,
because all knew what joy her gentle voice could bring.
Sweetie just stood and sighed,
she saw no point in trying to hide.
She walked to the front, her gait heavy, and slow.
She didn't want to share her work of woe.
The filly reached the front then read over her song,
once she was ready she started singing slow and long.
She sang her song, filled with pain and anguish,
that told of the sadness of her unfulfilled wish.
When the song was done, dry eyes were moist.
Everyone felt the pain that she had voiced.
Outside the classroom door, sat the pony Rarity.
Her tears were open as she sobbed violently.
She had come all the way to town,
to apologize for making fun of the gown.
After she heard the song, she was torn apart,
she understood how badly she broke her sister's heart.
Once the class had been concluded for the day.
Rarity caught up to Sweetie along her way.
"What do you want?" Sweetie said in ire.
"Are you gonna say you threw my gown in a fire?"
Rarity cried, "Oh Sweetie Belle, I didn't know,
That my criticisms had hurt you so."
"To you, that gown meant so much more
I understand now, like I didn't before."
"My words compared to yours will be bland,
but I hope that you'll still be able to understand."
"You and I may practice a different art,
but every inspiration comes from the heart."
"We see the beauty the world displays,
and pay our respects in different ways."
"You use words to say the things my dresses do.
If you stop to think, you're like me, and I'm just like you."
Sweetie's sister's words caused her sadness to disappear.
Instead of dark clouds, her life was sunny and clear.
The two shared a tight, sisterly hug,
and then Rarity pulled her on her back with a tug.
Both ponies' hearts felt much lighter,
and the bonds that held them, grew tighter.
The sisters wore smiles luminously bright
as they both walked home, into the night.
The End
Author's Note: This story is a tribute to one of my favorite authors of all time, Dr. Suess. In many ways I am sure that this poem isn't "Suessish," but I did my best to capture the essence of his brilliance in this story. On a side note, I actually wrote Sweetie Belle's song but I couldn't figure out how to insert it into the poem/story itself. Sweetie's Song can be found beneath the author's note (if any of you can think of a better title to the song please let me know). If any of you can find a place it belongs, let me know! Also please let me know what you think of this story. If you actually like it, I might attempt to do another. Thank you so much for reading this story. To those with little brothers and sisters who idolize you, just know that their love is very special, even if they can be annoying sometimes. :)
On another note, for those that sent their well wishes to my friend in the last story I wrote, I want to send you a personal thank you. Those words made me feel a whole lot better. Now without further interruption, Sweetie's Song.
Just Like You
By Sweetie Belle
Verse One
Stepping in hoof prints I can never fill
I want to be like you, but I never will
You're the vibrant star so far away
I jump so I can reach you someday
You never look down from your icy throne
to see your subject begging all alone
I guess it must be really fun
dancing up there in the sun
Chorus
I'll just keep dreaming my dreams
Though I'm wear away at the seams
Things aren't so bad, I'm still strong
Even though nights are long
No matter what, I'll carry on
I will smile into the dawn
I'll fight until my life is through
until I can be just like you
Verse Two
You have reached such great heights
You must see some amazing sights
Sometimes I want to build myself wings
but unicorns can't do such things
I wonder if you can hear up in the sky
or see my face as I reach out and cry
I wish you could pick me up into the blue
Just so I could share your joy with you
Chorus
I'll just keep dreaming my dreams
Though I'm wear away at the seams
Things aren't so bad, I'm still strong
Even though nights are long
No matter what, I'll carry on
I will smile into the dawn
I'll fight until my life is through
until I can be just like you
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Sweetie Belle! My one and only sister! What have I done?
All the time I could have spent with you was wasted - complaining, and wishing you were gone!
Woe is me!
No, I must get her back! I must!
As Celestia is my witness, I'll never be sisterless again! 
p.s. cute poem!
Very nice
Quite wonderful, Sanity. I wouldn't have thought that you also wrote Sweetie's poem and I'm glad you did.
Good luck on any further stories and I'll be looking forward to reviewing them,
StarsGuide
Very nostalgic and pleasant to read. Yet another great story Sanity. I would say keep it up, but you don't show any signs of stopping anytime soon.
Aww, such a sweet story. And quite a unique way to tell it. It is wonderful.
Beautiful...just...just...
Not bad! Can get a little monotonous, but I still enjoyed it.
I like poems . . .
. . . but not story poems.
However, excluding the last comment . . .
So sad . . . So amazingly sad . . .
THUMBS UP!
270915 That is indeed partly what inspired this story Ponydora! Thank you so much for reading it!
270954 Thank you so much Lord Fedme, I am glad you enjoyed it!
271009 Thank you Stars! As always, I am really happy you enjoyed this work!
271034 Well I'll do my best magic, I am honestly surprised so many people read my work. I'm beyond honored that they do though and hope they are able to bring something away with them when they do.
271120 This was something new that I wanted to try Celestia. I was really not sure how well something like this would go over. I'll say I'm not the greatest poet who ever lived. I was just hoping that, if I was lucky, to maybe coming close to capturing the magic of Dr. Suess.
271176 Thank you so much Cloudchaser! It's always thrilling to hear when people think my writing is beautiful!
271219 Despite that Valkyrie I am really happy you enjoyed reading it! Thank you so much.
271268 I'm really glad you were able to give this story poem a chance Random, it means a lot to me and I hope I can create more stuff you'll enjoy!
271394
Speaking of you creating things I enjoy . . .
I'm going to try out the rest of your stories right now!
Now which one did I favorite . . .
Wow! This poem was amazing. I loved it! :D Sweetie Bell's song was beautiful. The poem, song, and whole thing was awesome!
Sir, this is beautiful...
You sir, just made the world go 'round.
aww, its a cute story
now, I am glad you decided to exclude sweetie's poem from the main body since it would have only interrupted the flow of the story, the way it was described was fantastic enough to make a song that you don't actually hear but with its description you get the information you needed
this was a little bit deep for a seuss, but the couplets are still fun are they not?
That was wonderful, written entirely in heroic couplets, very Chaucer of you sir.
271394
I'm the youngest one, out of four brothers
Not even the favourite son, atleast not for mother
Now I find this poem, It drives me to tears
I realize now, I lost all those years
I sat here for a while, counting years of sorrow
I cried here for a while, until I felt hollow
--
This touched me in ways I cannot begin to describe.
Daawwwwww--
HHHNNNNNGGGG!!!
...Meh, who needs a heart anyway?
271423 Thank you for reading my other works! I hope you like them as much as this one.
271687 I appreciate your kind words Clare! Maybe one day, if I work really hard, I can maybe reach half of the awesomeness level of Rainbow Dash, though in the categories of Radicalness and Coolness I still fall a little shy...
271936 Thank you so much Lorenzo, that means a whole lot!
272053 Cool! Did I make the Earth go around faster! If I did it qualifies as causing time travel. Maybe I can send in my application to become a Time Lord!!
272083 The couplets were fun Admiral Stoic, but they were tough to do. It took me an entire day-and-a-half off and on to write this poem and get it right, and it still probably needs a little work. I gained a whole new appreciation for Suess as I wrote this story/poem. I guess it is deeper than Suess, though I thought some of Suess' stuff was kind of deep (or at least it was to me when I read it as a little kid). Initially I didn't intend for it to be, but I watched Sisterhooves Social before I wrote this and I put more depth into it than I realized because of that episode. Thank you so much for reading!
272169 Hey RainbowHelm! I do really love the work of Chaucer, and he did cross my mind as I wrote this. I wish he would have finished all of his proposed Canterbury Tales
272174 Kriegor I really enjoyed reading your poem, thank you so much for writing it in the comments. I am really sorry that things did not work out as well for you and your family as it should have. I am so happy my work touched you, that is one reason I write. I want to make people's lives better with my work and create a few smiles. I'm kinda like Pinkie in that way.
I hope that you have a wonderful day and if you need someone to talk to you can always send me a message!
272202 Hearts are so overrated!!! All they do is beat around and attack you! (Yes. my sense of humor is terrible).
That... was beautiful. All though when I first heard her talking about the letters eh wrote, I thought she as gonna commit suicide
When I saw this was a poem, I thought to myself, This is going to suck. Fanfiction poems ALWAYS suck.
But this didn't suck, at all. I think this is a great story. I say "story" and not "poem" because it's a story — a heartbreaking one, at that. It's well-written, well-devised, and well-rhymed (and the meter isn't too bad, either). I think that the repetition of "She wrote about x, that she could never y" combined with the rhyming makes for a great effect. And I almost shed a tear at Rarity's heartfelt apology.
I really liked this story and glad in the end the two sisters made up. But Rarity was a bit harsh to Sweetie Belle even for her, telling her to burn it in a fire. D: Loved the Luna part when the moonlight directed her to the quill. I couldn't really find a place to put you poem in but it's find at the end. That's what I would usually do when I wrote one in my stories. Great job on this story and really looking forward to more from you.
272301Well.... It think you definetly have potential to be even cooler than Dashie. Judging by this story.... I think so. :D thanks!
Amazing. I loved it.
The entire time I kept on thinking of Dr. Suess, Then I read your explanation and it all made sense. Also, someone needs to sing the song and post it.
*stomps hooves in applause of approval* VERY well done - I absolutely LOVE how you wove this story together in a poem and how well you were able to rhyme everything! You have quite a gift! Tears were shed at the end.
Also http://mixermike622.deviantart.com/gallery/31555481#/d41e6tu
I'm not normally a fan of poetry normally, but this really hit me right here in the heart. I could almost hear Sweetie singing the song you wrote.
I thought your poem had a Dr.Suess feel to it,and when you stated that you were inspired by Dr.Suess and that you hoped to capture his essence in this poem,well you did.This poem is breath of fresh air from all of the WTF fanfics that I've been reading on this site.
This was really good. Definately favouriting. Or tracking. Whichever one works.
Strangely, I didn't find it all that sad... But that's probably because i had Smile Smile Smile going through my head at the time.
So many fucking comments.
There was once a young man from Heston.
Who decided to travel to Preston.
The sign didn't rhyme and he plowed into the back of a Juggernaught.
truly an amazing story/poem
I don't usually like poems or story poems, but this....this is a huge exception. So wonderfully done and majestic.
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... *Slow clapping* Congratulations. That was absolutely amazing... I have no words to describe it. I loved Dr. Suess as a kid, and this was like nostalgia land for me.
I-the tears that have been shed here.
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SPLENDED! SPLENDED!
YOU EARNED YOURSELF A WATCH AND FAVORITE!
Wow. This is really good. The rhymes are stronger than I could make them (And I've been writing poems for some time now). Like you said, the rhymes weren't exactly "Seussish," but they were really good. The song was the best though. That's what made me cry.
And here I was expecting a cutie mark to come of this. But I do very much enjoy how you chose to end it, since it actually defied my expectations. Gives me a bit of an after-the-end idea that writing that song put Sweetie on the right path. If she can just gain the confidence to EMBRACE it...
The Sweetest Belle
I heard the most enchanting sounds
Whilst I made my morning rounds
Such sweet music, words can't tell
Or describe this sweetest bell
Ringing, pealing, chiming tones
Resonating to my bones
What did my ears entrance so well?
Where was this bold and noble bell?
My stairs I climbed to trace the noise
And singing there with grace and poise
Your voice casting its magic spell
I saw my own dear Sweetie Belle
Your talent was at once laid bare
I could do naught but stop and stare
And listen, while my pride did swell
My sister was the sweetest bell
We share a gift - we both create
Bring beauty to a once-blank slate
I paint with fabric, ell by ell
You paint not with brush, but bell
I make this promise, sure and swift
'Tween us will never grow a rift
Until I bid my last farewell
To my beloved Sweetie Belle
to
from
(a tribute to the author)
I really wasn't sure what to expect when I started this, but I'm glad that I found it. ^_^ The way this poem presents the story is so minimalistic, and yet it tells the the story better than a thousand more, ten thousand more words could. I got goosebumps halfway through, and I won't lie that my eyes got a little moist there at the end; you really captured something special here, and you have my admiration and respect- it was beautiful. :D
272403 Hey Golden! No, I don't think I have it in my heart to hve one of the CMC commit suicide. Thank you for reading this
272434 Wow I was hoping that the repitition would have that effect. I'm really happy you thought so! Thank you for reading!
272478 Hi again Mayuhito! That was actually one of my favorite parts to write! I really enjoy describing things in a kind of metaphorical way (I'm sure most have noticed that by now)! I'm really glad you dropped by to read another one of my works, I hope that you enjoy more of them. Thank you!
272886 Well thank you! Don't tell RD though, she may get upset.
273059 Thank you very much nightcore!
273071 Hey Smith! Well, I would be beyond honored if someone wants to sing the song and post it somewhere. I know that I wouldn't be able to sing it, when I sing it scares people!
But if someone actually wanted to sing this song and post it they are free to. Thanks for reading.
273077 Thank you so much Rainbowshy! I really appreciate the applause and compliment. I feel that I do have a gift, but I still have a ways to go to improving it. *Hands you a tissue for your tears*
273116 Wow, I'm really happy that you read my work! You know what is funny, no matter how hard I try, I can't hear Sweetie sing this song in my head. Maybe if I read it enough the tune will come together.
273148 Thank you so much for the praise Firebolt! *Greatbigsuperduperbreath*
273183 Thank you Allieco! Hearing that makes my day. I am really happy to know someone thought I caught at least a little of one of my Heroes' magic in my work. What do you mean by WTF fanfics?
273259 That is a really nice song! I love smile smile smile, and the actress that does Pinkie's singing voice. As long as you enjoyed the poem that is all I could ask for. Thank you!
273912 Thank you so much Mardio! I appreciate hearing that!
274107 *Hands you a manly tissue to wipe your manly tears* They are just like regular tissues, except they smell of manly things like motor oil and roast beef.
274434 Wow...Acy I am really honored to make it so far up on your list. I am certain I am not the best writer, but I do try my best. I am really happy you enjoyed this piece as much as you did.
274459 Writing this was nostalgia like for me too! I had a lot of fun writing it, even though it was a sad piece. I am really happy to know there are others like myself who still like the good old doctor.
274469 Thank you so much Lambrony! I am happy that you wish to watch me, I hope you enjoy my other works!
274611 Hi RainbowDashian! I'm sure you could make strong rhymes. With a little practice I'm sure you could easily be better than I am at it (poetry isn't actually my strong suit) If you like I can look over some of you work, I actually enjoy reading poetry. I won't be able to provide a lot of help but I can help in any way I can.
274782 I am wondering why Sweetie won't embrace her talent either. I guess she is like a lot of little kids. They know they are good at it but they might be a little embarassed to share their talent publicly. Thank you for reading!
274888 Ponydora that was a very beautiful poem! I am way beyond honored that you wrote something like that in honor of something that I wrote. Are you mainly a poet or do you mainly write fiction, or both?
275021 Thank you so much! This poem was actually kind of an experiment for me when it comes to minimalist writing. I was trying to use a less is more approach. I never thought my work could produce such a reaction in people, it makes me happy to hear you say that. I am really happy you think this is special and I hope to make more works that are special to you.
YES I LOVE IT T.T I JUST LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
275303
I'm happy that you liked it! Mainly I write legal briefs, but in my free time I write anything that inspires me. I have a novel on here to which I add a chapter each week.
275303 *takes manly tissue* *sniff* thanks mate.
275317 Thank you very much Azure Ryu! That means a whole lot to me!
275303 I read your poem after reading a fanfic called Pinkie Pie the filly molester and some weird story about Rarity having a transgendered son.
275694 Pinkie the Filly Molester?........Ewwwww that's just......ugh!
I HAD MADE UP A SONG JUST NOW, all i need is some music now can someone or somepony help me......
actually i made up the tune to the song
"You know what is funny, no matter how hard I try, I can't hear Sweetie sing this song in my head."
Actually, I just listened to Sweetie Bells song from the Hearts and Hooves day episode in a loop for a week... I started dreaming in Sweetie Bell singing...
Lately it's been Smile, smile, smile as that song just makes me grin from ear to ear. 