It might have been difficult forging those very first friendships, but the task itself was nothing compared to actually maintaining them—especially when relationships, careers and the simple passing of time started to take control of their individual lives.

Twilight doesn't want her friends to forget those bonds. She doesn't want to be the only pony left remembering those special times.

All Trixie wants is to build a sandcastle that's bigger, better and far more spectacular than Twilight's. But she'll settle for an afternoon of listening to her marefriend's worries, too, maybe even helping her overcome them. And not just because she shares those worries either.

Helpful advice and pre-reading duties courtesy of Exuno and Winston.

Cover art by bento-nine.