Equestrian Side Storiesby LOL3eveeChaptersThe Hooves Family's Winter Outing (Derpy)IncomparableInfatuationWicked, Lovely ImpostorWordsSapphiresChapter 29A Blustery Stroll (Princess Celestia)Mirror EyesSeeing PinkUndetectableMotherly Love (Chrysalis)Tea KettleBluest of BloodMind ControlRedHe WatchesDropping through Distant TimeClosing InAsunderCandyRainDropLiliesDiamond EyesIdlePunchNightCrashBoomYawning SunriseTranquil EveningSiren SongPoisonousSmokeSeventy Five Degrees Below ZeroGoneWhisper and WinkCirclesDaffodilsJoyWhySpeechlessHeart is Where the Hearth is (Amethyst Star)The Hooves Family's Winter Outing (Derpy)Dinky Hooves' tiny ears twitched at the sound of the pure snow crunching underneath her hooves. The soft flakes of delicate frost swirled around the foal's head as she inhaled the cool breath of winter. The season was alive, and so was Dinky. She frolicked among the snow covered pathways, waltzing about as her mane swirled about in the blowing wind. She tugged on Amethyst Stars' scarf, causing the older mare to meet the foals' gaze. The younger unicorn motioned towards the snow covered hillsides as she danced among the falling flakes of ice. The eldest one acknowledged her sister with a wink, then dashed off into the flurry of crystalline ice, and towards the snow covered hillsides that lay ahead. As Dinky rushed to join the older mare in the snow, their mother gave a joyful sigh. To see her children's bright faces filling up with such joy brought a warm feeling to her heart. Muffin trotted behind her kin, leaving a fine trail of dainty, hoof-shaped imprints in her wake. She took pride in her happy foals, and it was showing upon her beaming face as Muffin rejoined the other ponies on the snowy hillside, laughing away and smiling underneath the grey winter clouds. IncomparableTo whom may I compare you to For there is no other whom rivals your unseen beauty Whose eyes shine so bright as your own As green orbs containing tiny oceans that sparkle in the glimmering rays of the steaming summer sun Whirling and sloshing about Drowning me in your gaze Reflecting the image of the world around you I see my face reflected in your mirror eyes as we face each other You move to look back as me In turn, my gaze falls upon you The decadent pink waterfall swirling over your shoulder sways in the wind Soft strands of hair blowing smoothly along with the gentle midday breeze Whose lips resemble the fresh buds of roses Plump, yet lithe in form Softer than the petals of the aforementioned iconic flower Smoother than the fresh river pebbles that withstand the raging currents of flowing water Whose body is as delicate as a house made of playing cards The shimmering king of diamonds and queen of spades support the lone ace of the suit of hearts Which lies within the midst of a meticulously structured space of thin, glossy paper Sturdy, yet elegant Those suits support that ace Laying smack dab in the middle of an entire palace made of fancy cards It is impossible to describe your presence in full detail For your greatness cannot simply be captured in words, my dear I write to you, my lady, in hopes that I will gain that rare opportunity To hold your heart close to my own To nuzzle your soft, fragrant neck and whisper sweet words of burning passion To wrap my forelimbs around your midriff And keep you for my own To hear your voice fueling the flames of our desire To see you in good spirits forevermore To lift you above the ground Allowing you to kiss the sky And show you All Of My Love InfatuationHer lavender touch soothes my nerves as she brushes past me Her cascading violet locks scraping smoothly across my shoulder As soft cellulose of the leaves caress the wooden branches of the oak during a gentle breeze Wicked, Lovely ImpostorThrough ruptured lies she sways Waltzing into my way Smirking as she passes A confident grin splayed across her complexion With swaying hips and fluttering lips She entices me Beckoning with her sunny smile Yet through all this rapture and all this charm I can't help but feel that I'm being played WordsLanguage is the window to your heart Bending and twisting simple syllables into serene sonnets Dropping rhymes onto the page like tiny droplets of murky ink Which blot out the bland blankness of the unknown It lures you in Eating away at reality like hydrochloric acid upon flesh Submerging your soul within the papery depths As if trying to drown your mind with the sheer power of inky words Swirling and crashing upon your very being until it leaves you washed up within yourself Allowing you to sit and ponder your findings Fresh information cultivating within your mind and rising to the surface Heating your inner gears as they work their way through each and every syllable Grinding each piece of lingual energy into simpler meanings with complex origins Mapping out the story and the characters within Reaching deep into the depths of the vaguest meaning and pulling out an answer All to satiate your burning desire to satisfy your burning questions Suffering through the inky persona's issues Swimming through ideas Once more wallowing in the silence of your mind to search for meaning in such symbols Which have been spilled upon the page Aren't books wonderful? SapphiresI wish to gaze upon her opulent eyes once more Those burning sapphires that gleam in the sunlit afternoon Such a breath taking sight Such awe inspiring grace You move with the fluidity of the wind itself Flowing alongside the rivers of time as a transparent drop of cool dew Wholesome and pure Yet wild and free Chapter 29A piercing gaze that strikes my heart Stabbing deep into my psyche Sending a wave of fear and discontent through my spine I see her staring back at me That sugary sweet candy kissing smile She pulls the leftmost corner of her smooth grin upwards ever so slightly Lifting her liquidizing eyes to meet my own Causing me to melt into her grasp I can't move I can't speak I am trapped She does not move But her sweet jingling laughter tickles my ear Like the soft ringing of bronze laden bells Polished to perfection by masterful craftsmen She effortlessly steals away my will A Blustery Stroll (Princess Celestia)The air was crisp on Hearth's Warming Eve, and the grey, snow-filled clouds were gathered above Canterlot. All of the technicolor residents were nestled safely away in their homes beside their roaring fireplaces, engaging themselves in the winter holiday's cheerful festivities... all except for one lone alicorn, whose hooves landed gently down on the feathery snow that lay upon the walkway of the once bustling city. Each warm breath from her lungs intruded upon the frozen wintry air; the moist molecules of fresh oxygen freezing upon coming into direct contact with below-zero temperatures and creating a delicate fog that drifted lazily away from the pony. Her brightly colored scarf swirled with the wind as her pastel mane whipped smoothly past her face with the blowing of the gentle breeze. Princess Celestia lifted her head to look towards the clouds above, which were constantly dropping meticulously crafted snowflakes as the seconds ticked by. She took a deep breath of cold air, relishing the taste of a new winter as the freezing air sent a sharp tingling sensation down her windpipe with each collected breath. The princess held out her brightly colored hoof to catch a single fake of the delicate white substance that drifted down from above. The white mare gazed upon the pure flake as it gently melted away in her warm hoof, studying its intricate patterns as the tiny crystal vanished. She lifted her head towards the sky; her deep lavender hued eyes closed as she took a deep breath inwards, savoring the taste of the fresh seasonal air. Time seemed to slow in that moment. The swirling flakes of winter's legacy drifted towards the earth with fine grace as the alicorn's mind calmed immensely, flushing out the stress of a long day's stressful work. The cool rush of air all around her created a smooth, graceful waltz of frozen air that lapped at Celestia's technicolor mane, lifting each lone strand of her flowing apparatus a few centimeters upwards as the calming wind caressed each feathery layer of her ethereal hair. The slow song of winter rose from the frost-blanketed earth, enrapturing the tall mare with its serene melody. The tiny, elegant snowflakes danced about in the frigid climate, enticing the branches from the snow-covered trees to sway back and forth. The seemingly barren plants sprang to life in that moment, undulating with winter's cool, blustery kisses. A sharp sensation pricked at the tip of Celestia's snout, allowing the cold air to seep into her velvety, white fur and fill her warm body with sheer joy as the wind's tempo picked up speed. Princess Celestia unfurled her massive, vibrant wings and bent her knees at a sharp angle, pushing her hooves off of the frosty land as she swiftly lifted her bundled body upwards once more. She took to the air, spreading her wings as far as she could in an effort to capture every whisper that winter had to offer. The mare rose higher into the air, frolicking in the open air with a wide, joyous smile adorning her cheeks. She dipped downward for but a moment before giving on graceful flap of her well-preened wings relishing in the cool air that drifted to and fro with winter's rhythmic flow, each jubilant moment granting the white mare greater jubilance in her upbeat, yet tender winter dance. She whipped her elegant wings to the left side, crossing her rightmost wing over her breast and gently drifting to the right. She dipped downwards once more, rising sharply into the air and spreading her front hooves to embrace the sky above her head in a commanding dance, which beckoned each and every stray flake surrounding her to circle her shimmering body. The wind seemingly sang out as the princess directed the snowfall with fluid, graceful movement, caressing the sky with her feathery wings as the cheerful air belted out gales of frozen melodies that took the nearby tree branches up into their joyous dance. Every asset of winter meshed and drifted to the rhythms winter's seasonal song, complimenting the powerful alicorn leader's movements with tact and moving together in perfect harmony. No longer did the heavens have control of the skies; Celestia was the conductor now. Celestia twirled among the frozen air, guiding the waiting wind and changing the subtle flow of pure snow. She danced among the clouds for what seemed like an eternity before nature's unadulterated, frosty liveliness died down, leaving Princess Celestia with but a slow, fading breeze of frost-bitten air. Just like that, the feeling was gone. Like the dying kiss of a wounded lover fading into a lonely night, the winter's cheerful spirit had left the royal mare standing in the cold with her soft, fleece-lined winter apparel. Although winter's melodies had failed to resume, not all liveliness was drained from that moment. Princess Celestia angled her massive wings, which were surprisingly light, and gently flapped. This action alone allowed for a slow, gentle descent. She savored every wisp of icy wind that blew her way as she drifted downwards, smiling contently as winter's cheer sobered in Canterlot's evening air. As the princess reached the welcoming pavement below, the dreary clouds above enveloped the sky, dimming the light of the fading sun. The princess looked to the sun, smiling warmly as it beckoned its mistress to lower its light in an effort to pave the way for a much needed nighttime cycle. After a long winter's day, the sun's energy above Equestria's segment of the planet was surely exhausted by now, inciting the alicorn to make her way back to the palace and set her cosmic child to rest among the heavens. With a fresh, stress-free mind, Princess Celestia lifted her wings and took to the skies, drifting gently towards her residential tower within the palace. Her love for winter, which had not been roused for 1000 years, was now reignited, and the princess couldn't be happier. She landed atop her balcony and shed her warm clothes, feeling the silky smooth fabric rub against her fur as she peeled each fabric from her bright, white fur. Celestia trod over to her balcony, with not a shred of longing for the cool wind, as her sprightly dance with winter had fulfilled her desire to feel the cold against her fur once more after 1000 years of winter's lonely absence from her career. The princess gazed over towards her sister's tower, smiling as she saw the deep blue mare plod sleepily out from her towering residence. There was no need to fret now. Luna was safe, and winter was in full-throttle. As the younger alicorn took notice of her elder sister's presence across the way, she waved, inciting a nod of acknowledgement from the solar princess. Celestia's chest puffed out with pride as her sister beamed, the joy of simply seeing her older sister rippling throughout her facial muscles. The elder mare smiled and looked to the sun. Now that the two sisters could rule in harmony once more, she had no doubts that the future would be bright for both of them. Celestia's horn glowed with a sunny aura as she took up the sun within her loving, magical embrace. For one thousand straight years, raising and lowering the sun had dwindled in novelty, becoming a dreadful chore that only served to remind the princess of her sister's absence. Now that she had returned, Celestia could finally enjoy her day again. Finally, she was at peace, after 1000 years if sorrow. She lifted her head and beamed at the cosmos, laying the sun to rest among the stars as the Equestrian skies embraced the coming joy of night. No longer was the moon a symbol of fear and regret, but of passion and sisterly love. Once again, Celestia could enjoy the day to night cycle without the guilt of her sister's imprisonment and envy weighing down on both of the royal sister's shoulders. Celestia chuckled softly. She could already smell breakfast. Mirror EyesClear skies reflect off of your deep retina Shining clearly in the bright summer sunlight Like little mirrors that sit upon your face Occasionally yearning for a reflection to admire you through them Seeing PinkI think I'm seeing pink Oh how my stomach swirls while my brain is vacant of her thought She looks back at me Filling me with a warm, pulsating aura that shocks my skull And erupts through my beating heart UndetectableIll spoken truths roll through the hillsides They run rampant through the towns And brush past the shoulders of the schoolchildren as they pass on through the cracks in the old cellar Slipping past the watchful eyes of the neighbors as their ill will seeps through the land like cool winter air It leaves no trace of its presence Not a shred of existence as it rolls on by Motherly Love (Chrysalis)The changeling queen stretched her weary chitin-clad limbs, listening to the crinkling and crackling of her worn and weary exoskeleton. Judging by the way her skin was shifting, she could safely assume that molting would be her first priority on the dawn of the next day. As she laid her hindquarters down to sit upon the well kept floor of the hive, the queen began to hear the rustling of countless wings as well as numerous light, hollow hoof steps, all of which were getting closer to where she sat. Soon enough, she saw the first changeling poke its head around the corner of the room, then excitedly dash up to its mother in order to be the first one to curl up next to her. Queen Chrysalis grinned widely as she embraced her children, all of whom were struggling to get a position right next to their queen. She reached for a small group of particularly young changeling who were dwelling right off to the side, levitating them into the air and setting them in front of her. The queen reached her hole filled forelegs out to the young ones and pulled them in for a hug, pressing them close against the smooth skin of her chest. The queen closed her eyes to take a deep breath, feeling the warmth resonating off of her children's bodies as she embraced them. Chrysalis opened her eyes to gaze upon the rest of her brood, smiling a she did so. The love that she provided for her children was reflected upon their beaming faces, giving the queen a warm feeling that began in her chest, moving all throughout her body and leaving a pleasant sensation within her heart. It was clear to the children, and it was true: mother was overjoyed to have the company of her dear changeling brood. Tea KettleShe's a tea kettle A lovely being crafted from only the finest porcelain Shaped from raw, celestial beauty Adorned with divinity Heat rising from the depths of her conscious Coming to a boil as the seconds tick by Erupting in a flurry of steam and intense rage Scorching the land with her scalding might Author's Note For those unaware, Solar Flare is a fan name for Celestia's version of Nightmare Moon. Other names include Corona Blaze, Nightmare Sun, Daymare Sun, Nightmare Flare, Super Nova, Mourning Star, Corona Flare, Daydream Sun, Burning Drop, Black Hole Sun, Red Star, and Blazing Corona. Bluest of BloodSolid stones amidst the bluest seas Oh how I'd love for you To just look at me Mind ControlShort and sweet You thrum to the beat Swaying to and fro Flashing a welcoming smile as you waltz across the way I don't know why But it's hard to look away You're hypnotic You enrapture me with your deep lavender eyes Although I can't help but notice that something is a bit off Are you sick or something, dear? RedRed hot pools seep through the cracks Dripping down the walls and trailing crimson rivers across the surface Dropping heavily to the ground below This world has the flavor of rust He WatchesWatchful eyes of glowing matter Two white voids of empty light He peeks through the brambles as you pass He never speaks, he never moves He always watches you Staring Smiling Standing A hint of malice swirled within his wide grin Don't make eye contact Don't let him see your heart Dropping through Distant TimeHave you ever had that dream... Where you're falling into blackness? Fading from the realm of the living As the world drops below you, screaming until your lungs run dry No one is around to hear you scream... Yet you're still alive No one hears you No one ever does And your voice trails on Carried by the wandering winds Tiny wisps of air To be ignored by the bustling populace Empty hollow nonexistent crying Closing InCloser and closer they creep Giving way to your rampant fears Wide fanged grins slathered in metallic regret Gnashing and shining in the pale moonlight Crawling closer evermore Pawing at the dusty trails with matted claws Their sickle-like appendages stabbing at the forlorn grounds as they draw ever closer Widening their smiles as you tremble before their might You're hopeless now AsunderWhen all is dark for restful slumber Heads laid to rest in nightfall's embrace He'll rise above the word And tear this land asunder The blazing fields light the darkened sky Like lunar tears falling delicately to the world below And engulfing the land in a hateful haze He rips across the sky Stripping this world of its meaning Tearing chasms apart like massive yawning maws stretching across the earth His siren melody rings across the way Dissonant choirs rising above as birds to the wind Worming his way into beating hearts Twisting once affectionate beings Leaving all the world in a blurred medley of strife and ruin As he sings his song of discord CandySweet little chew Chocolate fondue Sugar coated droplets Drowning in icing Oh how I'd love to decimate you Just wait until that timer screeches Singing the song that marks your inevitable demise I can't wait to take you out of the oven... Triple chocolate super duper mega diabetes-giving vanilla swirl cake of doom RainSitting down on the wet concrete he wet slap of shoes against massive pools of sky borne tears ringing in your ears Through all the mist and the warm moist air Arrives a face Or lack thereof So clear and bold You see her eyes The clearest of oceans staring back at you You gaze into her upturned smile Melting away as rust turns to dust DropCan you hear the rain? It falls upon the coolest of nights The soft sweet weeping of the heavens Enrapturing all whom see it with its rhythmic pounding A soft thumping sound that reverberates across the sky echoing within hearts everywhere The drum beat of the mother earth's mandatory warranted sorrow Washing away the pain of yesterday To set free the tortured souls of the world With her sweet chilled tears LiliesGrey lilies sit dormant in the valley Swaying in the wind Dancing among aviary whispers Cool oxygenated breaths that caress the earth's mottled skin Smooth petals of the softest velvet Adorned with satin blooms The greenest of accessories upon lithe limbs The most graceful of dances Life is such a sweet soiree Diamond EyesI see diamonds in your eyes Your glittering iris peeks out from behind your hair Glimmering lowly in the dim light That sprightly glow of which I covet I dream of it during the hours of dawn And shiver in the cold unloving confines of the new moon's dark skies I see those eyes spilling Please stop I don't want to see you so upset IdleI see you standing idly by Watching my every move Like a predator stalking its prey You are diligent Precariously recording my every move within your mind Planning each and every twitch with extreme precision Predicting the events ahead of time Using the clock to your advantage PunchSitting in your golden chalice Swept away by sanguine punch Drifting in a sea of crimson bliss Drunk off your salty gaze alone Swimming in your chilling eyes The bluest of chilled oceans the shock my bones with their fury Dangerous seas of arctic punishment Tossing me about in your crashing waves And drowning in your eyes NightWhose skin reflects the pale hues of midnight's love starved sky Radiating pure beauty into the night itself as the moon gazes comfortably from her place among the stars Watching as you embrace her light with your perfection Is it your long hair drenched by the nightfall's tranquil hues Of which I adore so much? I would skip my own meals to feed your starved soul Quenching your dry heart to bestow a fine feast of love and adoration upon you Your Highness You are a queen, my dear And I am your servant Loyal and faithful My undying devotion pours into your heart I've known you for so long yet you seem so new Every time I see your face it's like the first contact all over again I shall see to it that you are adored Admired with limitless words of awe stricken glee Your jubilant eyes light up the night My sweet night princess Queen of ringing cadence and sweet melodies You Whom has no claim over celestial orbit Yet you still never cease to amaze us all Go outside my queen Show the jealous moon your midnight valley hues Make her envy your beauty Which rivals that of the stars above her head You are already unrivaled by the realm of the living You might as well take on the celestial plain in a contest of worth and beauty CrashPiercing light strikes the air Impaling the heavens like a flash of white death Crashing below to the mud soaked earth Scorching the surface of the dampened world as the universe above sobs in its imminent hazy sorrow It crushes the world with booming cries of heavenly sound Audible rage that shocks the souls of the innocent Rising up for a moment before plummeting to the land below Screaming as otherworldly tears drop from the sky's cloudy eyes like ripe summer mangoes falling from their leafy cradles BoomDense sound rumbling above the atmosphere A low mumble starting slow Rising as the sky growls in discontent Atmospheric tension boils above Then it lashes out Striking the mortal earth with white hot pillars of storming rage Frying the cellulose skin of the trees below whom dare to taunt the mighty sky with their endless flamboyant waving As the howling air sends a low cry of warning It strikes again This time it simmers with audible fury Starting as a deep grumble and raising its voice The heavens attack once more A hallowed cry of immense agony shakes the very earth itself Shifting continents and cracking the world's rocky skull right open As all the world eventually calms And the sky Whose complexion is flushed with furious grey hues Retreats to solemnity once more Leaving the world to recover with only the rising sun for comfort Yawning SunriseQuiet dawn creeps into view Silently filling our world with pleasant light and celestial adoration As our friendly moon plods off to peaceful slumber We rub our groggy little eyes and mumble sweet morning greeting to the world above Which has been enlightened by the brilliant sun Tranquil EveningTranquil evenings settle upon our world Blanketing the drowsy sky in a sheet of gentle light which sits upon a backdrop of inky blackness As the night seeps into our view it stains our sky with serenity and tranquility Siren SongSoothing dulcent tones caress my ears Delicately stroking my soul and soothing my conscious Pouring long drawn out melodies to leave me in a state of loose solemnity Drifting among my dreams Slowly undulating until it rises up into the heavens Never to be touched again as it dissipates in the crisp morning air Losing all sense of existence as the sound gradually fades away PoisonousShe's a mad cruel duchess sly and fierce She prowls the halls like a predator slowly stalking Slowly slinking along until she strikes stabbing at the heart with vicious lovely words She drowns me in her finesse silently choking on her perfection So devoid of breath yet still alive she easily devours my conscience SmokeRattling cries tremble throughout the decaying building Unsettling noises upon a tranquil land Causing the planet's core to shudder within its unease Drifting apart as billowing smoke rises in great plumes of throat clamping substances Choking the atmosphere in its dry dusty grasp and causing the rotting wood to shift Seventy Five Degrees Below ZeroWinter is cold Fear is cold Loneliness may be cold too But then again So are you GoneShrill screams pierce the air Audible and rich Dulled by the thick morning air The lark stops singing Yet the deer are still frolicking No one notices No one ever will Whisper and WinkYour hatred rips the air like blades through jelly Reaching its peak as it boils over Tearing you apart and crushing the innocent gaze Until the little flies buzz away into the night And the whispering suddenly ceases CirclesThe wolves are hungry They circle like buzzards Waiting for a chance Patient as the moon They keep dancing in their dizzy rounds But they don't strike DaffodilsLove blooms like daffodils in the spring At first they're shy and meek They don't want to come out to say hello Then they warm up to the common folk and poke their tiny heads out from behind their thin velvety shielding arms They sing with the wind soon afterwards Only hiding themselves when its time to sleep among blankets of browning leaves and cold little snowdrops JoyHer light shines upon us all Filling our hearts with joy as we look up to see her gleaming beacon of hope high above the clouds Far above the confines of our atmosphere and shielded by a blanket of thick immense heat After a long lasting nightmare she finally pokes through the darkened sky Breaking the deep oil seas of the night's presence Shimmering and shining as her crystalline light reflects upon the world Leading us to a new age of hope and prosperity WhyWhy don't you sing? You're not bleeding You don't look bruised So why can't I hear you? SpeechlessWhat words can I use to describe your presence? Your lithe form lingers in the back of my mind Like the sweet taste of fairy floss at a summer festival I can't escape Relishing in the torment As you crush me with your lavender stare's iron grip A swift gaze that holds me captive in their sweet, opulent vice My desire to stand next to you To stray by your side and link arms To kneel before my regal lady and deliver a delicate kiss to the back of her hoof Those pillowy lips Softer than the plumage of graceful swans Whose natural beauty dares not rival your own In fact, your mother must have been part swan Such movements do you mimic so precisely The fluid swaying of your curvaceous form is imprinted in my mind Your long hair, awash with bright gold and soft purple hues How it cascades down your shoulders, drifting with your every movement Oh, how hypnotic it is It is impossible for me to escape my stone prison Trapped in your electrifying eyes Imprisoned by your enamoring iris To see you is to know true beauty is Your crystalline heart glimmers in the light Your inner opulence outshining all other women Like a beacon in the inky blackness of the world Your light shines through the fog, piercing the thick obstruction between us and reaching my soul Filling me with your radiance and allowing me to find my way to your heart Heart is Where the Hearth is (Amethyst Star)The air was fairly warm in the Hooves' household as a passionate blaze sizzled in the brick fireplace. Thin wisps of smoke rose up the chimney and out into the cold air, joining the relentless storm blowing restlessly in the outside world. The violently swirling snow gathered upon the windows and covered the edges of clear glass closest to the framing of the panes, leaving tiny patterned flakes stubbornly sticking the frozen glass. All was quiet in the quaint Ponyville residence, save for the vicious howling of the blustery wind outside the safety of the warm walls. Upstairs, a small unicorn foal lay in the comfort of her bed curled up with a book. Within the kitchen was a gentle grey pegasus, who waited patiently beside the oven as her blueberry muffins began to rise. The irresistible scent of fresh, gooey, solidifying pastries wove throughout the house as the cold, heartless wrath of the mid-winter blizzard thrashed about in the outside world. As the wind howled, a silent pink mare sat before the hearth, levitating a plush scarf into the air with her magic. She sighed as the fluffy material wrapped around her neck, filling her cold neck with a warm, tingling sensation that spread throughout her body as the fibers from the fabric brushed against her skin. The feeling didn't last though, and what little warmth the scarf had provided for her was immediately sapped from every orifice, save for her neck. The fireplace may have provided the house with a fair amount of warm air, but that warmth was reserved strictly to those in front of the fireplace due to the cruel nature of the freezing storm outside, whose relentlessly invasive tendrils of wicked air seeped in through every crack in the walls. Although the rest of her body was still left in the cold, the pink pony didn't seem to mind. The unicorn mare looked over towards the kitchen; gazing lovingly at her sweet mother sitting silently by the oven. She may have been cold on the outside, but her love for her family was what kept her heart the warmest, even without a scarf.
The Hooves Family's Winter Outing (Derpy)Dinky Hooves' tiny ears twitched at the sound of the pure snow crunching underneath her hooves. The soft flakes of delicate frost swirled around the foal's head as she inhaled the cool breath of winter. The season was alive, and so was Dinky. She frolicked among the snow covered pathways, waltzing about as her mane swirled about in the blowing wind. She tugged on Amethyst Stars' scarf, causing the older mare to meet the foals' gaze. The younger unicorn motioned towards the snow covered hillsides as she danced among the falling flakes of ice. The eldest one acknowledged her sister with a wink, then dashed off into the flurry of crystalline ice, and towards the snow covered hillsides that lay ahead. As Dinky rushed to join the older mare in the snow, their mother gave a joyful sigh. To see her children's bright faces filling up with such joy brought a warm feeling to her heart. Muffin trotted behind her kin, leaving a fine trail of dainty, hoof-shaped imprints in her wake. She took pride in her happy foals, and it was showing upon her beaming face as Muffin rejoined the other ponies on the snowy hillside, laughing away and smiling underneath the grey winter clouds.
IncomparableTo whom may I compare you to For there is no other whom rivals your unseen beauty Whose eyes shine so bright as your own As green orbs containing tiny oceans that sparkle in the glimmering rays of the steaming summer sun Whirling and sloshing about Drowning me in your gaze Reflecting the image of the world around you I see my face reflected in your mirror eyes as we face each other You move to look back as me In turn, my gaze falls upon you The decadent pink waterfall swirling over your shoulder sways in the wind Soft strands of hair blowing smoothly along with the gentle midday breeze Whose lips resemble the fresh buds of roses Plump, yet lithe in form Softer than the petals of the aforementioned iconic flower Smoother than the fresh river pebbles that withstand the raging currents of flowing water Whose body is as delicate as a house made of playing cards The shimmering king of diamonds and queen of spades support the lone ace of the suit of hearts Which lies within the midst of a meticulously structured space of thin, glossy paper Sturdy, yet elegant Those suits support that ace Laying smack dab in the middle of an entire palace made of fancy cards It is impossible to describe your presence in full detail For your greatness cannot simply be captured in words, my dear I write to you, my lady, in hopes that I will gain that rare opportunity To hold your heart close to my own To nuzzle your soft, fragrant neck and whisper sweet words of burning passion To wrap my forelimbs around your midriff And keep you for my own To hear your voice fueling the flames of our desire To see you in good spirits forevermore To lift you above the ground Allowing you to kiss the sky And show you All Of My Love
InfatuationHer lavender touch soothes my nerves as she brushes past me Her cascading violet locks scraping smoothly across my shoulder As soft cellulose of the leaves caress the wooden branches of the oak during a gentle breeze
Wicked, Lovely ImpostorThrough ruptured lies she sways Waltzing into my way Smirking as she passes A confident grin splayed across her complexion With swaying hips and fluttering lips She entices me Beckoning with her sunny smile Yet through all this rapture and all this charm I can't help but feel that I'm being played
WordsLanguage is the window to your heart Bending and twisting simple syllables into serene sonnets Dropping rhymes onto the page like tiny droplets of murky ink Which blot out the bland blankness of the unknown It lures you in Eating away at reality like hydrochloric acid upon flesh Submerging your soul within the papery depths As if trying to drown your mind with the sheer power of inky words Swirling and crashing upon your very being until it leaves you washed up within yourself Allowing you to sit and ponder your findings Fresh information cultivating within your mind and rising to the surface Heating your inner gears as they work their way through each and every syllable Grinding each piece of lingual energy into simpler meanings with complex origins Mapping out the story and the characters within Reaching deep into the depths of the vaguest meaning and pulling out an answer All to satiate your burning desire to satisfy your burning questions Suffering through the inky persona's issues Swimming through ideas Once more wallowing in the silence of your mind to search for meaning in such symbols Which have been spilled upon the page Aren't books wonderful?
SapphiresI wish to gaze upon her opulent eyes once more Those burning sapphires that gleam in the sunlit afternoon Such a breath taking sight Such awe inspiring grace You move with the fluidity of the wind itself Flowing alongside the rivers of time as a transparent drop of cool dew Wholesome and pure Yet wild and free
Chapter 29A piercing gaze that strikes my heart Stabbing deep into my psyche Sending a wave of fear and discontent through my spine I see her staring back at me That sugary sweet candy kissing smile She pulls the leftmost corner of her smooth grin upwards ever so slightly Lifting her liquidizing eyes to meet my own Causing me to melt into her grasp I can't move I can't speak I am trapped She does not move But her sweet jingling laughter tickles my ear Like the soft ringing of bronze laden bells Polished to perfection by masterful craftsmen She effortlessly steals away my will
A Blustery Stroll (Princess Celestia)The air was crisp on Hearth's Warming Eve, and the grey, snow-filled clouds were gathered above Canterlot. All of the technicolor residents were nestled safely away in their homes beside their roaring fireplaces, engaging themselves in the winter holiday's cheerful festivities... all except for one lone alicorn, whose hooves landed gently down on the feathery snow that lay upon the walkway of the once bustling city. Each warm breath from her lungs intruded upon the frozen wintry air; the moist molecules of fresh oxygen freezing upon coming into direct contact with below-zero temperatures and creating a delicate fog that drifted lazily away from the pony. Her brightly colored scarf swirled with the wind as her pastel mane whipped smoothly past her face with the blowing of the gentle breeze. Princess Celestia lifted her head to look towards the clouds above, which were constantly dropping meticulously crafted snowflakes as the seconds ticked by. She took a deep breath of cold air, relishing the taste of a new winter as the freezing air sent a sharp tingling sensation down her windpipe with each collected breath. The princess held out her brightly colored hoof to catch a single fake of the delicate white substance that drifted down from above. The white mare gazed upon the pure flake as it gently melted away in her warm hoof, studying its intricate patterns as the tiny crystal vanished. She lifted her head towards the sky; her deep lavender hued eyes closed as she took a deep breath inwards, savoring the taste of the fresh seasonal air. Time seemed to slow in that moment. The swirling flakes of winter's legacy drifted towards the earth with fine grace as the alicorn's mind calmed immensely, flushing out the stress of a long day's stressful work. The cool rush of air all around her created a smooth, graceful waltz of frozen air that lapped at Celestia's technicolor mane, lifting each lone strand of her flowing apparatus a few centimeters upwards as the calming wind caressed each feathery layer of her ethereal hair. The slow song of winter rose from the frost-blanketed earth, enrapturing the tall mare with its serene melody. The tiny, elegant snowflakes danced about in the frigid climate, enticing the branches from the snow-covered trees to sway back and forth. The seemingly barren plants sprang to life in that moment, undulating with winter's cool, blustery kisses. A sharp sensation pricked at the tip of Celestia's snout, allowing the cold air to seep into her velvety, white fur and fill her warm body with sheer joy as the wind's tempo picked up speed. Princess Celestia unfurled her massive, vibrant wings and bent her knees at a sharp angle, pushing her hooves off of the frosty land as she swiftly lifted her bundled body upwards once more. She took to the air, spreading her wings as far as she could in an effort to capture every whisper that winter had to offer. The mare rose higher into the air, frolicking in the open air with a wide, joyous smile adorning her cheeks. She dipped downward for but a moment before giving on graceful flap of her well-preened wings relishing in the cool air that drifted to and fro with winter's rhythmic flow, each jubilant moment granting the white mare greater jubilance in her upbeat, yet tender winter dance. She whipped her elegant wings to the left side, crossing her rightmost wing over her breast and gently drifting to the right. She dipped downwards once more, rising sharply into the air and spreading her front hooves to embrace the sky above her head in a commanding dance, which beckoned each and every stray flake surrounding her to circle her shimmering body. The wind seemingly sang out as the princess directed the snowfall with fluid, graceful movement, caressing the sky with her feathery wings as the cheerful air belted out gales of frozen melodies that took the nearby tree branches up into their joyous dance. Every asset of winter meshed and drifted to the rhythms winter's seasonal song, complimenting the powerful alicorn leader's movements with tact and moving together in perfect harmony. No longer did the heavens have control of the skies; Celestia was the conductor now. Celestia twirled among the frozen air, guiding the waiting wind and changing the subtle flow of pure snow. She danced among the clouds for what seemed like an eternity before nature's unadulterated, frosty liveliness died down, leaving Princess Celestia with but a slow, fading breeze of frost-bitten air. Just like that, the feeling was gone. Like the dying kiss of a wounded lover fading into a lonely night, the winter's cheerful spirit had left the royal mare standing in the cold with her soft, fleece-lined winter apparel. Although winter's melodies had failed to resume, not all liveliness was drained from that moment. Princess Celestia angled her massive wings, which were surprisingly light, and gently flapped. This action alone allowed for a slow, gentle descent. She savored every wisp of icy wind that blew her way as she drifted downwards, smiling contently as winter's cheer sobered in Canterlot's evening air. As the princess reached the welcoming pavement below, the dreary clouds above enveloped the sky, dimming the light of the fading sun. The princess looked to the sun, smiling warmly as it beckoned its mistress to lower its light in an effort to pave the way for a much needed nighttime cycle. After a long winter's day, the sun's energy above Equestria's segment of the planet was surely exhausted by now, inciting the alicorn to make her way back to the palace and set her cosmic child to rest among the heavens. With a fresh, stress-free mind, Princess Celestia lifted her wings and took to the skies, drifting gently towards her residential tower within the palace. Her love for winter, which had not been roused for 1000 years, was now reignited, and the princess couldn't be happier. She landed atop her balcony and shed her warm clothes, feeling the silky smooth fabric rub against her fur as she peeled each fabric from her bright, white fur. Celestia trod over to her balcony, with not a shred of longing for the cool wind, as her sprightly dance with winter had fulfilled her desire to feel the cold against her fur once more after 1000 years of winter's lonely absence from her career. The princess gazed over towards her sister's tower, smiling as she saw the deep blue mare plod sleepily out from her towering residence. There was no need to fret now. Luna was safe, and winter was in full-throttle. As the younger alicorn took notice of her elder sister's presence across the way, she waved, inciting a nod of acknowledgement from the solar princess. Celestia's chest puffed out with pride as her sister beamed, the joy of simply seeing her older sister rippling throughout her facial muscles. The elder mare smiled and looked to the sun. Now that the two sisters could rule in harmony once more, she had no doubts that the future would be bright for both of them. Celestia's horn glowed with a sunny aura as she took up the sun within her loving, magical embrace. For one thousand straight years, raising and lowering the sun had dwindled in novelty, becoming a dreadful chore that only served to remind the princess of her sister's absence. Now that she had returned, Celestia could finally enjoy her day again. Finally, she was at peace, after 1000 years if sorrow. She lifted her head and beamed at the cosmos, laying the sun to rest among the stars as the Equestrian skies embraced the coming joy of night. No longer was the moon a symbol of fear and regret, but of passion and sisterly love. Once again, Celestia could enjoy the day to night cycle without the guilt of her sister's imprisonment and envy weighing down on both of the royal sister's shoulders. Celestia chuckled softly. She could already smell breakfast.
Mirror EyesClear skies reflect off of your deep retina Shining clearly in the bright summer sunlight Like little mirrors that sit upon your face Occasionally yearning for a reflection to admire you through them
Seeing PinkI think I'm seeing pink Oh how my stomach swirls while my brain is vacant of her thought She looks back at me Filling me with a warm, pulsating aura that shocks my skull And erupts through my beating heart
UndetectableIll spoken truths roll through the hillsides They run rampant through the towns And brush past the shoulders of the schoolchildren as they pass on through the cracks in the old cellar Slipping past the watchful eyes of the neighbors as their ill will seeps through the land like cool winter air It leaves no trace of its presence Not a shred of existence as it rolls on by
Motherly Love (Chrysalis)The changeling queen stretched her weary chitin-clad limbs, listening to the crinkling and crackling of her worn and weary exoskeleton. Judging by the way her skin was shifting, she could safely assume that molting would be her first priority on the dawn of the next day. As she laid her hindquarters down to sit upon the well kept floor of the hive, the queen began to hear the rustling of countless wings as well as numerous light, hollow hoof steps, all of which were getting closer to where she sat. Soon enough, she saw the first changeling poke its head around the corner of the room, then excitedly dash up to its mother in order to be the first one to curl up next to her. Queen Chrysalis grinned widely as she embraced her children, all of whom were struggling to get a position right next to their queen. She reached for a small group of particularly young changeling who were dwelling right off to the side, levitating them into the air and setting them in front of her. The queen reached her hole filled forelegs out to the young ones and pulled them in for a hug, pressing them close against the smooth skin of her chest. The queen closed her eyes to take a deep breath, feeling the warmth resonating off of her children's bodies as she embraced them. Chrysalis opened her eyes to gaze upon the rest of her brood, smiling a she did so. The love that she provided for her children was reflected upon their beaming faces, giving the queen a warm feeling that began in her chest, moving all throughout her body and leaving a pleasant sensation within her heart. It was clear to the children, and it was true: mother was overjoyed to have the company of her dear changeling brood.
Tea KettleShe's a tea kettle A lovely being crafted from only the finest porcelain Shaped from raw, celestial beauty Adorned with divinity Heat rising from the depths of her conscious Coming to a boil as the seconds tick by Erupting in a flurry of steam and intense rage Scorching the land with her scalding might Author's Note For those unaware, Solar Flare is a fan name for Celestia's version of Nightmare Moon. Other names include Corona Blaze, Nightmare Sun, Daymare Sun, Nightmare Flare, Super Nova, Mourning Star, Corona Flare, Daydream Sun, Burning Drop, Black Hole Sun, Red Star, and Blazing Corona.
Mind ControlShort and sweet You thrum to the beat Swaying to and fro Flashing a welcoming smile as you waltz across the way I don't know why But it's hard to look away You're hypnotic You enrapture me with your deep lavender eyes Although I can't help but notice that something is a bit off Are you sick or something, dear?
RedRed hot pools seep through the cracks Dripping down the walls and trailing crimson rivers across the surface Dropping heavily to the ground below This world has the flavor of rust
He WatchesWatchful eyes of glowing matter Two white voids of empty light He peeks through the brambles as you pass He never speaks, he never moves He always watches you Staring Smiling Standing A hint of malice swirled within his wide grin Don't make eye contact Don't let him see your heart
Dropping through Distant TimeHave you ever had that dream... Where you're falling into blackness? Fading from the realm of the living As the world drops below you, screaming until your lungs run dry No one is around to hear you scream... Yet you're still alive No one hears you No one ever does And your voice trails on Carried by the wandering winds Tiny wisps of air To be ignored by the bustling populace Empty hollow nonexistent crying
Closing InCloser and closer they creep Giving way to your rampant fears Wide fanged grins slathered in metallic regret Gnashing and shining in the pale moonlight Crawling closer evermore Pawing at the dusty trails with matted claws Their sickle-like appendages stabbing at the forlorn grounds as they draw ever closer Widening their smiles as you tremble before their might You're hopeless now
AsunderWhen all is dark for restful slumber Heads laid to rest in nightfall's embrace He'll rise above the word And tear this land asunder The blazing fields light the darkened sky Like lunar tears falling delicately to the world below And engulfing the land in a hateful haze He rips across the sky Stripping this world of its meaning Tearing chasms apart like massive yawning maws stretching across the earth His siren melody rings across the way Dissonant choirs rising above as birds to the wind Worming his way into beating hearts Twisting once affectionate beings Leaving all the world in a blurred medley of strife and ruin As he sings his song of discord
CandySweet little chew Chocolate fondue Sugar coated droplets Drowning in icing Oh how I'd love to decimate you Just wait until that timer screeches Singing the song that marks your inevitable demise I can't wait to take you out of the oven... Triple chocolate super duper mega diabetes-giving vanilla swirl cake of doom
RainSitting down on the wet concrete he wet slap of shoes against massive pools of sky borne tears ringing in your ears Through all the mist and the warm moist air Arrives a face Or lack thereof So clear and bold You see her eyes The clearest of oceans staring back at you You gaze into her upturned smile Melting away as rust turns to dust
DropCan you hear the rain? It falls upon the coolest of nights The soft sweet weeping of the heavens Enrapturing all whom see it with its rhythmic pounding A soft thumping sound that reverberates across the sky echoing within hearts everywhere The drum beat of the mother earth's mandatory warranted sorrow Washing away the pain of yesterday To set free the tortured souls of the world With her sweet chilled tears
LiliesGrey lilies sit dormant in the valley Swaying in the wind Dancing among aviary whispers Cool oxygenated breaths that caress the earth's mottled skin Smooth petals of the softest velvet Adorned with satin blooms The greenest of accessories upon lithe limbs The most graceful of dances Life is such a sweet soiree
Diamond EyesI see diamonds in your eyes Your glittering iris peeks out from behind your hair Glimmering lowly in the dim light That sprightly glow of which I covet I dream of it during the hours of dawn And shiver in the cold unloving confines of the new moon's dark skies I see those eyes spilling Please stop I don't want to see you so upset
IdleI see you standing idly by Watching my every move Like a predator stalking its prey You are diligent Precariously recording my every move within your mind Planning each and every twitch with extreme precision Predicting the events ahead of time Using the clock to your advantage
PunchSitting in your golden chalice Swept away by sanguine punch Drifting in a sea of crimson bliss Drunk off your salty gaze alone Swimming in your chilling eyes The bluest of chilled oceans the shock my bones with their fury Dangerous seas of arctic punishment Tossing me about in your crashing waves And drowning in your eyes
NightWhose skin reflects the pale hues of midnight's love starved sky Radiating pure beauty into the night itself as the moon gazes comfortably from her place among the stars Watching as you embrace her light with your perfection Is it your long hair drenched by the nightfall's tranquil hues Of which I adore so much? I would skip my own meals to feed your starved soul Quenching your dry heart to bestow a fine feast of love and adoration upon you Your Highness You are a queen, my dear And I am your servant Loyal and faithful My undying devotion pours into your heart I've known you for so long yet you seem so new Every time I see your face it's like the first contact all over again I shall see to it that you are adored Admired with limitless words of awe stricken glee Your jubilant eyes light up the night My sweet night princess Queen of ringing cadence and sweet melodies You Whom has no claim over celestial orbit Yet you still never cease to amaze us all Go outside my queen Show the jealous moon your midnight valley hues Make her envy your beauty Which rivals that of the stars above her head You are already unrivaled by the realm of the living You might as well take on the celestial plain in a contest of worth and beauty
CrashPiercing light strikes the air Impaling the heavens like a flash of white death Crashing below to the mud soaked earth Scorching the surface of the dampened world as the universe above sobs in its imminent hazy sorrow It crushes the world with booming cries of heavenly sound Audible rage that shocks the souls of the innocent Rising up for a moment before plummeting to the land below Screaming as otherworldly tears drop from the sky's cloudy eyes like ripe summer mangoes falling from their leafy cradles
BoomDense sound rumbling above the atmosphere A low mumble starting slow Rising as the sky growls in discontent Atmospheric tension boils above Then it lashes out Striking the mortal earth with white hot pillars of storming rage Frying the cellulose skin of the trees below whom dare to taunt the mighty sky with their endless flamboyant waving As the howling air sends a low cry of warning It strikes again This time it simmers with audible fury Starting as a deep grumble and raising its voice The heavens attack once more A hallowed cry of immense agony shakes the very earth itself Shifting continents and cracking the world's rocky skull right open As all the world eventually calms And the sky Whose complexion is flushed with furious grey hues Retreats to solemnity once more Leaving the world to recover with only the rising sun for comfort
Yawning SunriseQuiet dawn creeps into view Silently filling our world with pleasant light and celestial adoration As our friendly moon plods off to peaceful slumber We rub our groggy little eyes and mumble sweet morning greeting to the world above Which has been enlightened by the brilliant sun
Tranquil EveningTranquil evenings settle upon our world Blanketing the drowsy sky in a sheet of gentle light which sits upon a backdrop of inky blackness As the night seeps into our view it stains our sky with serenity and tranquility
Siren SongSoothing dulcent tones caress my ears Delicately stroking my soul and soothing my conscious Pouring long drawn out melodies to leave me in a state of loose solemnity Drifting among my dreams Slowly undulating until it rises up into the heavens Never to be touched again as it dissipates in the crisp morning air Losing all sense of existence as the sound gradually fades away
PoisonousShe's a mad cruel duchess sly and fierce She prowls the halls like a predator slowly stalking Slowly slinking along until she strikes stabbing at the heart with vicious lovely words She drowns me in her finesse silently choking on her perfection So devoid of breath yet still alive she easily devours my conscience
SmokeRattling cries tremble throughout the decaying building Unsettling noises upon a tranquil land Causing the planet's core to shudder within its unease Drifting apart as billowing smoke rises in great plumes of throat clamping substances Choking the atmosphere in its dry dusty grasp and causing the rotting wood to shift
Seventy Five Degrees Below ZeroWinter is cold Fear is cold Loneliness may be cold too But then again So are you
GoneShrill screams pierce the air Audible and rich Dulled by the thick morning air The lark stops singing Yet the deer are still frolicking No one notices No one ever will
Whisper and WinkYour hatred rips the air like blades through jelly Reaching its peak as it boils over Tearing you apart and crushing the innocent gaze Until the little flies buzz away into the night And the whispering suddenly ceases
CirclesThe wolves are hungry They circle like buzzards Waiting for a chance Patient as the moon They keep dancing in their dizzy rounds But they don't strike
DaffodilsLove blooms like daffodils in the spring At first they're shy and meek They don't want to come out to say hello Then they warm up to the common folk and poke their tiny heads out from behind their thin velvety shielding arms They sing with the wind soon afterwards Only hiding themselves when its time to sleep among blankets of browning leaves and cold little snowdrops
JoyHer light shines upon us all Filling our hearts with joy as we look up to see her gleaming beacon of hope high above the clouds Far above the confines of our atmosphere and shielded by a blanket of thick immense heat After a long lasting nightmare she finally pokes through the darkened sky Breaking the deep oil seas of the night's presence Shimmering and shining as her crystalline light reflects upon the world Leading us to a new age of hope and prosperity
SpeechlessWhat words can I use to describe your presence? Your lithe form lingers in the back of my mind Like the sweet taste of fairy floss at a summer festival I can't escape Relishing in the torment As you crush me with your lavender stare's iron grip A swift gaze that holds me captive in their sweet, opulent vice My desire to stand next to you To stray by your side and link arms To kneel before my regal lady and deliver a delicate kiss to the back of her hoof Those pillowy lips Softer than the plumage of graceful swans Whose natural beauty dares not rival your own In fact, your mother must have been part swan Such movements do you mimic so precisely The fluid swaying of your curvaceous form is imprinted in my mind Your long hair, awash with bright gold and soft purple hues How it cascades down your shoulders, drifting with your every movement Oh, how hypnotic it is It is impossible for me to escape my stone prison Trapped in your electrifying eyes Imprisoned by your enamoring iris To see you is to know true beauty is Your crystalline heart glimmers in the light Your inner opulence outshining all other women Like a beacon in the inky blackness of the world Your light shines through the fog, piercing the thick obstruction between us and reaching my soul Filling me with your radiance and allowing me to find my way to your heart
Heart is Where the Hearth is (Amethyst Star)The air was fairly warm in the Hooves' household as a passionate blaze sizzled in the brick fireplace. Thin wisps of smoke rose up the chimney and out into the cold air, joining the relentless storm blowing restlessly in the outside world. The violently swirling snow gathered upon the windows and covered the edges of clear glass closest to the framing of the panes, leaving tiny patterned flakes stubbornly sticking the frozen glass. All was quiet in the quaint Ponyville residence, save for the vicious howling of the blustery wind outside the safety of the warm walls. Upstairs, a small unicorn foal lay in the comfort of her bed curled up with a book. Within the kitchen was a gentle grey pegasus, who waited patiently beside the oven as her blueberry muffins began to rise. The irresistible scent of fresh, gooey, solidifying pastries wove throughout the house as the cold, heartless wrath of the mid-winter blizzard thrashed about in the outside world. As the wind howled, a silent pink mare sat before the hearth, levitating a plush scarf into the air with her magic. She sighed as the fluffy material wrapped around her neck, filling her cold neck with a warm, tingling sensation that spread throughout her body as the fibers from the fabric brushed against her skin. The feeling didn't last though, and what little warmth the scarf had provided for her was immediately sapped from every orifice, save for her neck. The fireplace may have provided the house with a fair amount of warm air, but that warmth was reserved strictly to those in front of the fireplace due to the cruel nature of the freezing storm outside, whose relentlessly invasive tendrils of wicked air seeped in through every crack in the walls. Although the rest of her body was still left in the cold, the pink pony didn't seem to mind. The unicorn mare looked over towards the kitchen; gazing lovingly at her sweet mother sitting silently by the oven. She may have been cold on the outside, but her love for her family was what kept her heart the warmest, even without a scarf.
