Sweetie Belle's Big Trip

The next morning, I wake up at the crack of dawn, eager to get ready for my first day of school. I quickly brush my mane into its usual bouncy curls and brush my teeth vigorously. I rush back into my bedroom and then, slowly and carefully, I try on my dress.

It fits perfectly, as if it was designed just for me, which it was. I put on my golden necklace over the dress, completing the outfit. I trot downstairs slowly so I don't mess up my dress. I reach the bottom of the stairs and find that Rarity has already packed my saddle bag with all the necessary school supplies. I put my saddle bag onto my back and quickly say goodbye to Rarity before quickly but carefully dashing out the door and down the sidewalk to my new school.

I reach the school just before class starts. I trot into the classroom and the teacher directs me to a seat near the back, beside a silvery gray filly. I take my seat and pull out my materials, eager for the day to begin. a fresh piece of notebook paper, a pencil. A big pink rectangle eraser. A small binder for schoolwork.

The time flies until lunchtime. My teacher releases us to the cafeteria, and I lag behind the class somewhat, no friends to walk with. I notice the silver filly from earlier trot up with another filly, a brilliant gold color. I duck my head down somewhat, hoping they don't acknowledge me. Wow... I'm practically turning into Fluttershy... I think.

"So, you're the new filly?" asks the silver mare, raising an eyebrow at me.

I lift my head back up, deciding to try making a new friend. "Yeah, I just moved to Canterlot from Ponyville yesterday. I'm Sweetie Belle." I try to sound confident.

The silver filly glances at her friend and then smiles, extending one hoof towards me. "I'm Platinum Shine. Nice to meet you!" she introduces herself. "My friend here is Golden Glow."

I glance briefly at their cutie marks. Platinum Shine's is a silvery necklace, and Golden Glow's is a glittery golden brick that shimmers in the sunlight streaming through the windows as we walk together to the cafeteria. I smile to myself, hoping my new friendships will last a long time.