From Cool To Cute: Aftermath Stories

by Nephilim

Rating: mature
Tags: Zephyr Breeze, Romance, Sex, Profanity, Bow Hothoof, Slice of Life, Human, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, Windy Whistles, Rainbow Dash
Length: 5486

2 stories following the aftermath of Samuel and Rainbow Dash’s wedding. (Past Season 5)

It’s been a few years since the wedding between Sam and Rainbow Dash and they have made a wonderful family since the birth of their first son—who, luckily, came out 100% pony and not a half breed abomination.

These past few years, everypony has been moving on and advancing in their lives: Rarity has opened her own business, Twilight became the Princess of Friendship, and Sam’s own, amazing wife became a fully fledged Wonderbolt.

Two stories will include Dash and Sam’s interactions with Zephyr Breeze and Rainbow Dash’s parents (who for some reason, we’re not invited to the wedding).

Published 2020-06-16 01:30:00 UTC
Last updated 2020-06-29 19:25:50 UTC

She’s Married

Author's Note

This chapter follow the aftermath of MLP FiM: Season 6 Episode 11: Flutter Brutter

Sam must defend his wife Rainbow Dash from Zephyr Breeze’s advances—even when he knows she’s married.

She’s Married

“Come on, Trail Blazer, you gotta eat if you want to be big and strong like daddy.” I struck a pose and flexed my muscles to show my son, Trail Blazer, what he’s missing out on. He just giggled and blubbered like the foal he is. “Oh, come on. Please sweetie? Look,” I ate a spoonful of baby food and tried my best not to look disgusted as I swallowed the entire bit, just so my son can have the confidence to eat it. “Delicious, and healthy. Now I feel *hurk* really strong.”

Trail Blazer opened his mouth and I was finally able to feed him this repulsive baby food. I had no idea how babies deal with this stuff. Probably because it’s made specifically for ponies and not for humans, dumbass. I just shook my head and laughed off the negative thoughts and continued to feed my son. The last thing my wife needs is worry. Speaking of which...

“Hey, buddy, where’s mommy? It’s been a while since I’ve seen her?” I sent Rainbow Dash off to run some errands while I stayed with our son. It’s taking a bit too long for some groceries. Before I could think of the worst, Rainbow Dash came crashing through the door and made me jump, causing baby food to fly everywhere and splash onto Trail Blazer’s face, causing him to burst into tears. Just as she burst through the door, she slammed it closed with the same volume.

I picked up my boy and tried my best to calm him down while wiping off any food off of his face. “What are you doing Dash? You made our kid cry. What—“ I finally noticed her face: she was struck with panic, she looked like she tried to run from something, and she was sweating and panting—which I only saw whenever we had sex. “Are you okay?” I asked, now realizing something may be wrong. “You’ve been out a lot longer than expected.”

She looked at me with panic filled eyes and ran into my open arms, face buried in my chest. “Sorry babe. I thought I was being followed, so I thought I’d try and take a little more time in losing them, but—“

I pulled her off of me and I looked at her like I couldn’t believe what she just said. “Hold up, being followed? Who’d be stalking you?”

“You know Zephyr Breeze, right?” How could I not? Fluttershy’s younger brother, who has always been a freeloader, he’s probably one of the most irresponsible ponies I’ve ever met. I’ve also heard about how he used to flirt with my Rainbow Dash.

“Yeah, what about him? He’s been causing you trouble?” My tone became more serious and my anger was beginning to boil. I swear, if he tried anything with my wife, there will be blood shed.

“Well, me and Fluttershy helped him get back on his hooves and get over his fear of failure. Ever since then, he’s been trying to hit on me even harder and often than usual.” This obviously was not going to stand. No one messes with my Dash and gets away with this.

“Did you tell him you were married?”

“I did, but he just won’t leave me alone. It’s like he’s obsessed with me!”

“Don’t worry hun, I’m gonna have a word with that son of a—“ I was rudely interrupted by a knock at the front door. “Take Trail Blazer and stay here. Let me have a little chat with this guy.” I was ready to unleash every bit of rage upon Zephyr for thinking he could try and take my wife from me. But, I believe he should have a chance to explain himself. Wouldn’t want to cut to conclusions just yet.

I opened the front door and was greeted by a pale green pony with a ramen colored mane and tail. He also had a bit of facial hair that seemed nearly trimmed. He also seemed a lot taller than Fluttershy. Weird that this guy is her younger brother. “May I help you?” I said, trying my best to hide my rage.

“Uh, yeah, is Rainbow Dash home? I kinda have somewhere to be with her.” I wanted to punch him right in his face for ringing up such a disgusting lie. But I kept my cool and just smiled—devilishly.

“Oh I wasn’t aware that you and Dash had plans.” I said sarcastically, “When did you two make plans? Surely she would have told me about this?”

“I don’t know why my Rainbow Dash would tell you anything. Now let me in.”

“Why she wouldn’t tell me anything? Married couples aren’t supposed to keep secrets like this, you know?” I watched in evil glee as Zephyr’s cocky, lofty attitude disappeared and his annoyed face was filled with dread at the realization of who I am.

“Y-y-your—“ I didn’t let him finish. I tightly grabbed his mane and pulled his face closer to mine. Revealing the flames of hatred in my pupils.

I spoke to him in a deep, serious voice, “Yes. I. Am. Her husband. If you have a problem with that, I suggest we take this outside so my kid doesn’t see this.” He just stood there in silence and shock. I let go of his now ruffled mane and slammed the door in his face. “Bitch.”

“Is he gone?” Rainbow Dash called from the kitchen. Ah walked into the living room, looking around to make sure no one was around or hiding anywhere.

I took a deep breath and responded in kind, “Yeah, babe, he’s gone. I’m sure I scared him off. He shouldn’t be messing with you anymore, but if it makes you feel any better I’ll go with you whenever you leave the house, just to be safe.”

She hugged my neck and gave me a little kiss my cheek. “I’m glad I got you to help me. As much as I want to kick him in his snout, he’s still Fluttershy’s brother. I’m just not sure what to do!”

I embraced Dash in a warm hug and ran my fingers through her multicolored mane, doing my best to comfort her. “How about I talk to Fluttershy about this? I mean, I know she knows about this situation, but maybe she can talk some sense into Zephyr.”

“Mmhm.” Rainbow Dash looked up at me and kissed me on the lips and smiled warmly. “Hey, Trail Blazer’s already in bed. You wanna?”

I smiled and picked her up as if she were a puppy. “You always know how to brighten the mood. Just try not to make too much noise.”

“Heheh, how can I, if you fuck me too good?”

I walked over to our bed and gently laid her down. Rainbow Dash rolled over onto her stomach and spread her hindquarters to reveal a steaming wet flower, dripping with beautiful nectar. I crouched down and slowly inserted two fingers into her crevice, making sure to stimulate every inch of her vaginal cavity’s walls. I used one thumb to play with her exposed clit, which caused her to moan in pleasure.

“Mmf, even after all these years, hah, you still know how to make me feel good, gah!” She couldn’t speak without pausing to take in the sweet sensation shooting up her, and she was right. Even after 2 years, I’m still able to show my wife a good time, I just know a lot of great techniques that could never get old. I continued to finger her tight cunt as I began to lap up her juices dripping from the edges of her love canal. Although her ass was in the way, I could see Dash attempting to grip the bedsheets with her hooves as pleasure shot up her like lightning.

There was only so much I could do with my fingers, so I decided to move on to the main attraction. I slipped my fingers out from her pussy and licked off her sweet juices, while also removing my pants and boxers, letting my member breath. I grabbed a hold of Dash’s plump ass cheeks to maintain my balance as I plunged my hard shaft into her exposed vagina. She let out a moan as her vaginal walls began to expand and mold like clay into the shape of my cock.

I began to rock back and forth as she continued to hold on to the sheets. Sliding my penis in and out of her tight love canal, feeling her walls constrict around my shaft. I laid on top of her, licking her cheek, tasting the sweat running down her face and peering into her lust filled eyes. She turned her head to face me and planted a wet, sloppy kiss on my lips. We didn’t let go until I was ready to turn to a new position.

I reached under Rainbow Dash, flipped her over onto her back, and pulled her into me, causing her to hold onto my shoulders as I shoved my penis back into her. A louder than normal moan escaped her muzzle, which caused me to stop and look around to make sure our son didn’t wake up and walk in on us unexpectedly. “Oh thank Celestia. Well, I guess it can’t be helped if I’m too good.” I smiled at her while her face was still contorted in pleasure.

“Hah, yeah. Sorry about that, just keep going.” I did as she commanded. I began to move my hips and started to rut her pink cunt. I could hear the wet slaps as my groin made contact with her drenched entrance. “Ah, fuck. Sam, I’m gonna cum! Please, pull out!” Rainbow Dash cried. Of course, one kid was enough to handle, having another kid would be a little too much considering our daily schedules.

I threw Rainbow onto the bed and placed my rod between her round buns like a hotdog and began to rub it; feeling the smooth, plump feeling of these two spherical objects squeezing my shaft. I thrust faster and harder until I couldn’t hold it in anymore and my load was finally released all over her back and between her asscrack.

I collapsed on top of her; our sweaty, exasperated bodies rubbed against each other, and despite the extra heat radiating off of us, we didn’t care. All I wanted to do was embrace my wife in a warm, loving embrace. However, that feeling was soon interrupted by a knock at the front door. “Ah, fuck, I wonder who that could be,” I said, annoyed at the sudden interruption of our post-sex resting time.

I put on my shirt and pants, making sure not to forget the underwear, and tried to look presentable as I opened the front door, to reveal Fluttershy looking rather ashamed. “Uh, hey Flutters. What brings you here?”

“Who is it babe?” Rainbow called from the bedroom.

“It’s just Fluttershy. It’s fine, you can come out.” Rainbow Dash slowly came out of the bedroom, being extra cautious and looking anywhere for that obnoxious stalker pony, Zephyr Breeze.

“Oh, um, hi. I just wanted to talk to you about Zephyr.” Me and Dash exchanges looks of worry and confusion.

“Of course, won’t you come in?” I kindly gestured.

“Thanks for the tea and biscuits you guys. Anyway, about Zephyr.” Rainbow and I both waited expectantly but impatiently for what Fluttershy has to say about her brother. “I know how he’s been following you Rainbow Dash, and I know how he’s making you so uncomfortable. But I think I know why he’s always chasing you.”

“Is it because she’s the best flier in all of Equestria?” I asked.

“Or is it because I’m too awesome to ignore? Actually, having him ignore me would be very helpful about now.”

Flutter shy shook her head. “No, I just think he’s desperate. He’s been going after you because he thinks he’s cool and awesome—“ we chuckled at that idea. Zephyr Breeze thinking he’s hot stuff? Please! “But I think he just needs to know that he will find a partner in due time, even though his first choice may have been taken, there are still other ponies he could take interests in.”

“Well, Fluttershy, I’m glad you brought up this little solution, but the only way I’d ever forgive him or even help him, is if he made a sincere apology. I crossed my arms and stared menacingly at her, hoping that she would have at least brought Zephyr over to apologize.

“Oh don’t worry, I have a feeling he’ll be—“ she was interrupted by a knock at the front door, again. “here.” I opened the door and, speak of the devil, it was that bastard Zephyr Breeze, who looks a lot more embarrassed and seemed a lot more apologetic. “Zephyr, is there something you’d like to say to Sam and Rainbow Dash?”

Zephyr lifted his head up to reveal a face that had sorry written all over it. “I’m sorry for trying to take your wife, man. And I’m sorry to you Rainbow dash, for ever making you feel uncomfortable and making it seem like I was stalking you. I just had my sights set on impressing Rainbow Dash and she was my number one choice... and... and—“

“I’m gonna have to stop you right there,” I interrupted, “I understand how you feel. If the same thing happened to me, I would have felt the same things you were feeling, but when you feel like your chance has passed, find another chance. There are probably other amazing pegasi like Rainbow Dash, you have to find the right pony for you pal.” I placed a hand on his shoulder and looked him in the eyes. “Can we still be bros?” I extended my other hand for a hand/hoof shake. He smiled awkwardly at me and shook my hand.

“Zephyr,” said Rainbow Dash, “I hope you find someone special in your life. They may not be me, but they are still awesome to you and you alone.”

“Yeah, thanks you guys. Now, where to find some good looking pegasi?” Zephyr Breeze flew off in search of a “mate” but knowing him, it’ll take a while for him to catch on. Me, Rainbow Dash, and Fluttershy just laughed and shook our heads at Zephyr’s denseness.

“Well, thank you Sam, Rainbow,” thanked Fluttershy. “I’ll make sure to keep him on the right track. “Younger brothers, am I right?” She flew off after her brother and Rainbow Dash could finally feel safe and at peace.

Welcome To The Family

“Wow, look at mommy go!” Me and Trail Blazer watched from the ground, but we were able to marvel at Rainbow Dash’s aerial maneuvers as she flew with the rest of the Wonderbolts. Their grace and speed were indeed something to behold. “Someday, I’m sure you’ll be able to fly as fast as mommy and be a Wonderbolt just like her. I rubbed my son’s mane as he answered in giggles and blubbering. “Yup, I love her too buddy.”

As I continued to watch my wife fly, I could hear a loud uproar coming from the runway. I could barely make out what was being said, because everything was so jumbled, but it sounded like a couple were cheering on Rainbow Dash, but also trying to make everyone else deaf at the same time. Whoever it was, if I could hear it all the way from the ground, it’s gotta be pretty obnoxious. “Let’s check that out, huh?” I asked my son, despite knowing damn well he can’t respond back.

I flew my way up to the runway and was met with a rather odd sight: Rainbow Dash and the rest of the Wonderbolts were interacting with a pegasi couple: the male had a rainbow mane and tail, like a certain rainbow maned pegasus, with a light purple coat; the female had orange streaked hair and a cyan coat, similar to another cyan pegasus. It took me a while to put two and two together, but it finally hit me. I landed on the runway with Trail Blazer in my arms, and made my way toward Rainbow Dash and her parents.

“Oh, hey Sam. I was just talking to—“ but I cut her off before she had the chance to finish.

“Your parents?” I asked, looking rather downtrodden. “How come you never introduced me to them? I thought they up and.. you know?” I stretched forth my hand, hoping for a gentle hoof shake from them. “Hi, my name is Sam, Rainbow Dash’s husband.” I have a warm smile, trying to seem friendly and kind. Gotta look good when meeting the parents. However, they seemed rather concerned and anxious about me. Of course, they’ve never seen something like me. Heck, we never even got to invite them to the wedding. “Hey, don’t worry, I won’t bite. Though, if anyone gives Dash any trouble, I will not hesitate to defend her.” They each reluctantly shook my hand and we finished the first step of basic introductions. Now it was their turn to speak.

“You’re Rainbow Dash’s husband?” asked the father, his eyes looking me over and his face contorted into a skeptical look.

“Rainbow Dash, you should have told us you got married,” said the mother. Her eyes traveled to Trail Blazer and her face suddenly went from anxious to excited. “Oh my goodness, is that what I think it is?” she said, pointing to my son. “Honey, look we have a grandson! Oh, look it has all of Rainbow Dash’s features: her blue coat, her wings, her eyes—“

“Ahem! Uh, mom, dad?” interrupted Rainbow Dash, looking rather annoyed and embarrassed. Now I think I understand why she never bothered to invite them to our wedding.

“Oh, sorry about that. Where are my manners?” the father asked. My name is Bow Hothoof and this is my wife, Windy Whistles. The proud parents of the best Wonderbolt in Equestria!”

“Ugh, anyway, how did you know I’d be up here?” asked Rainbow Dash.

“Oh, your little friend Scootaloo filled us in on everything. Ooh quick, group picture!” Windy Whistles pulled me, Trail Blazer, Rainbow Dash, and her husband into a massive hug as Scootaloo took our picture. I looked over to Rainbow Dash and she did not look happy.

“Wow, I can’t believe I’m documenting the moment your parents first saw you as a Wonderbolt, meet their son-in-law, and their grandson all in the same day!” she squealed with glee, as she stuffed the picture into a scrapbook. Windy finally released us from that suffocating hold and we were finally able to catch our breath.

“Oh, *sniff* I can’t believe our Rainbow Dash is finally a fully fledged Wonderbolt!” Bow said, trying his best not to cry from joy. *sniff* I’m so proud!”

“Daaaad, please! We’re in public!” Dash looked like she wanted to hide in the deepest darkest void and never come out, and honestly, I’d feel the same way.

“Oh, I’m sorry pumpkin, but... you had your goal... and you... finally achieved it.” He suddenly started sobbing tears of joy right in front of everyone, and of course Rainbow Dash is red with embarrassment.

“Alright, Wonderbolts,” commanded Spitfire, “let’s hit the showers and give Rainbow Dash some time to spend with her family.” All of the Wonderbolts left, leaving only me and Rainbow Dash to deal with this hot mess. Rainbow let out an exasperated sigh and turned toward her parents.

“Could you give us a sec?” She pulled me and Scootaloo off to the side, out of earshot of her parents.

“Rainbow Dash, is there something wrong?” asked Scootaloo, now looking rather confused.”

“Uh, yeah? You should have told me you were bringing my parents here, not just randomly show up with them!”

“Why?”

“There’s a reason I didn’t tell them I was a Wonderbolt. They can be a little bit embarrassing.”

“Really?” Scootaloo acted like she didn’t think they were embarrassing at all.

“I mean, they do seem really loud and maybe a little over the top with the cheering, but I just think it’s very encouraging,” I said, while cradling littleTrail Blazer over my shoulder.

“Well, now I’ve got a whole lot of crazy in my life!” Rainbow Dash walked off towards the stadium for her big performance.

“What’s wrong with a little support?” Scootaloo asked, looking to me.

“I know right? Even after all the support I show her, she thinks this is embarrassing?”

Pegasi gathered in the stands as the Wodnerbolts prepared for their big show. Rainbow Dash’s parents were already at the stands, along with Scootaloo and the rest of the Cutie Mark Crusaders. I joined them and sat right next to my in-laws. “You know, I’m sorry we never invited you to the wedding. I would have, but Rainbow Dash never bothered to mention you before.” I said.

“Oh it’s quite alright, we totally understand,” replied Bow. “We’re just glad to see Rainbow Dash picked somepony, er, unique?” I just chuckled. I know they’re still getting used to me.

“It’s fine. I do my best to support her in every way. We’ve been through our ups and downs, a few rocky patches here and there, but we were able to pull through and have a happy family. Speaking of which, who wants to hold their grandson first?”

"I call!" Bow shouted gleefully. I gently passed my little bundle of joy over to his grandpa and he marveled and cooed to his grandchild.

“How did you two end up together?” asked Windy, “I’m rather curious about that.”

I explained everything to her: how she met me for the first time, how I was impressed with her athleticism and prowess, and her likewise. But it was mainly my support for her that drew her to me.

“Oh, you should see how she became a Wonderbolt in the first place!” Scootaloo grabbed her scrapbook from her bag and went through the history of Rainbow Dash’s road to becoming a Wonderbolt: from her acceptance into the Wonderbolt Academy and her rivalry with Lightning Dust, to her entering the Wonderbolt Reserves, to Wind Rider framing her for a false crime and then being proved innocent, and finally becoming a fully fledged Wonderbolt. Scoot even showed our wedding photo, the sonograms, and a picture of our kid when he was first born.

“Hey, guys, shows starting!” Applebloom gathered everyone's attention as the Wonderbolts began their performance.
Although every single Wonderbolt was amazing, I was mainly focused on Rainbow Dash and her awesome skills, even though everyone did almost the same exact thing. Unfortunately, the performance was interrupted by a sudden display of fireworks. I looked over to Rainbow Dash's parents who were launching fireworks and shouting as loud as possible, even using megaphones.

"WOOWOOWOO! GO RAINBOW DASH! BEST. WONDERBOLT. EVER!" Rainbow Dash's parents were making such a racket, everyone else in the stands moved so far away, some looked like they would fall out from the stands.

I looked to Rainbow Dash and saw her cover her eyes in embarrassment. Now I get what she's on about.

Bow and Windy followed Rainbow Dash to every single event. Whether it was cutting a ribbon or signing a pamphlet they were there cheering her on. Embarrassment and anger was building up inside of her every passing moment.

Dash makes it back to the Wonderbolts locker room after her long day. Me, Scootaloo, and both of Dash’s parents came into the locker room with her. Dash just hung a measly towel and her parents began to cheer again. This time, Dash couldn’t hold in her frustration and exploded like a bomb.

“Stop! This is ridiculous! Mom and Dad, you are both too supportive! This is exactly why I didn't tell you I was a Wonderbolt! You're just... too much!”

“Um Rainbow Dash? Maybe you should calm down?” I suggested to her, but my attempt at calming her down was in vain.

“Did... Did we do something wrong?” Windy asked, who actually looked like she did something wrong.

Rainbow gritted her teeth at the question. “Yes! The fireworks, the cheerleading, and-and how do you even compare who is better or worse at hanging up a towel?!”

“We're just trying to be supportive,” Bow replied, but Rainbow didn’t care.

Well, I'm tired of it! I've had enough of you two being so proud of every little ridiculous, insignificant thing I do!” She was panting. She let out every bit of anger that she’s been holding in all day, maybe even from previous days as well. We all looked at each other with shock and surprise. I’ve never heard Rainbow Dash lose her cool this bad before. “I think you should leave.” She turned her back to her parents, but in doing so, she turned her back to me and our son.

“Rainbow...” I wanted to try and comfort her, but I couldn’t. I felt something different about her. Something I had never hoped to feel about her. I felt... shame.

“First of all, great job yelling at us, sweetie. No one *sniff* can make their parents feel more worthless than you!” Windy Whistles started to tear up and her husband followed suit.

“Your words were direct, clear, and... so painful! Is there nothing you can't do?!” They both ran out of the locker room leaving a trail of tears as they left.

“Why?” Scootaloo started to cry as well, and I could tell it’s from the same feeling I had too.

“Scootaloo, you don't understand!” Rainbow Dash tried to explain, but Scootaloo wasn’t having any of it.

“I met your parents hoping to learn more about you, but I don't like what I found out!” She threw her scrapbook out of her bag and ran out of the locker room. “I'll find somepony else to do my hero report on.”

“I should head out too,” I said as I started to leave.

“Wait, babe, where are you going?” Rainbow called after me.

“I’m ashamed at you Rainbow Dash. No. Rather, I’m disappointed of you. I thought you were better than this. I need to check up on your parents and Scootaloo, after I put Trail Blazer to bed.” I left Rainbow Dash in the locker room, hoping that she could think about her actions.

“Hey, Scoot. Need help gettin’ home?” I walked alongside Scootaloo as she rode on her scooter. “I just feel bad about what Rainbow did, and I just feel like I should make it up to you.”

“It’s fine,” she replied, flashing me a weak grin. “You don’t need to make up or anything. It was Rainbow Dash who needs to apologize and make things up.” She pedaled on her scooter even faster now, causing me to slowly job beside her.

“Scootloo, Sam!” We both turned around to see Rainbow Dash trying to catch up to us. “Look, I know I wasn't myself back there, and I shouldn't have snapped at my parents! That's exactly why I didn't tell them I'm a Wonderbolt! Also do y’all think you guys could forgive me?”

Me and Scootoo stopped and looked at each other. I chuckled softly, which caused a sense of confusion to come upon Rainbow. “Babe, I never said I was upset with you. I just said, I was ashamed or disappointed is all. I love you, so of course I’d forgive you for anything.” I hugged Rainbow Dash and she returned a hug as well, totally ignoring Scootaloo’s presence.

“I don't understand. They're so proud of you,” Scootaloo said, still looking upset.

“Can I tell you something?” Rainbow asked, sounding a bit nervous. Whatever it is, must be shocking.

“Sure,” Scootaloo replied.

“Okay, but you might wanna hold onto your wings because this could rock you to your very core.” She took a deep breath. “Believe it or not, there was a time when I wasn't the best at everything.” Scootaloo’s jaw dropped. She would never have believed that Rainbow Dash was never the best at anything.

“Oh, shocker,” I replied mockingly. Rainbow Dash shot me a stern look and I shut up. But still acted nonchalantly.

Rainbow got Scootaloo’s scrapbook and turned to a page where she won a medal in a race. “Aww. Cute little Rainbow Dash,” I said, teasing her. Sometimes teasing Rainbow puts a smile on her face, but this time, all there was was a menacing look. “Fine.” I shut up for good this time. Maybe.

“See this picture? It looks like I won something awesome, but actually...” Rainbow started reminiscing about her time in the senior competitive circuit, one of her first embarrassing moments out of a hundred.

“Granted, I was the youngest pony in the senior competitive circuit. Most other ponies my age were still in the Junior Flappers' Club. I thought it was utterly mortifying having my parents cheer me on even when I lost!

“But then, when I started to win competitions – which didn't take very long, by the way – things got even worse!

“Being the best came with consequences. Very loud, very embarrassing consequences.”

“Ya know, some ponies would dream of having parents like that,” Scootaloo commented.

“Yeah, right! Name one!”

“Me.” Rainbow Dash’s ears dropped, knowing that her own fan would love to have parents as outgoing and supportive as her parents. This caused a spark of realization to ignite in her. “Growing up, I never thought I'd be the best at anything, because nopony ever told me. But your parents told you over and over again. Look! Best bath taker ever. Best carrot eater under three. Greatest napper of all time!”

She scoffed as she leaned on a tree trunk. “I am pretty good at napping. I can fall asleep anywhere.” Which she proceeded to demonstrate.

“Rainbow, babe?” I nudged her slightly, causing her to wake up.

“Huh?”

“For your entire life, your parents gave you the confidence to believe in yourself,” said Scootaloo.

“You're right. I was always so embarrassed by my parents that I didn't realize their support actually made me the awesome, confident, amazing, awesome, and awesome pony I am! [sighs] And I took them for granted.”

“And you yelled at them.”

“You know how you can still be awesome, confident, amazing, awesome, and awesome?” I asked.

Rainbows Dash let out a small groan. “You’re right. I’ve gotta make this right. I have an idea, but I'm gonna need your help. That is, if you're willing to help me after I acted like that.”

Scootaloo flashed her camera, capturing Rainbow Dash’s ashamed expression, and places it in her scrap book.

“Hm. That’s a good picture,” I commented. “Call it: ‘Rainbow Dash learns the error of her ways’!”

We all chuckled and prepared to put together a plan.

“I'm telling you, I just can't see a thing. Scootaloo, you are just so great at blindfolds!” Me and Scootaloo guided Rainbow Dash’s parents to the bleachers for a very special surprise.

“It's true,” Bow added. “You must tell me what kind of Know you used. Uh, falconer's knot? Wait, no! A farmer's loop!”

“What's this all about, anywho? Windy asked.

We all sat in the bleachers, waiting for the big surprise. Windy and Bow took off their blindfolds to see Rainbow Dash and the rest of the Wonderbolts standing at attention. Rainbow took the mic and cleared her throat. “Windy Whistles and Bow Hothoof, please be seated for a super private Wonderbolt event! *ahem* Mom and Dad, welcome to the... "I Love My Parents and I'm Sorry That I Took Them for Granted and I Know That They Made Me Who I Am Today So I Really Wanna Make It Up to Them"... event. Enjoy!” Rainbow and the rest of theWonderbolts launches from the runway and performed a variety of aerial acrobatics. No matter how many times I see her in action, she always amazes me.

They finally finished their performance and Dash stepped out from the group. “Mom and Dad, I want you to know that I'm your biggest fan.”

They hugged it out, laughing and enjoying the family time. “Oh, honey, thank you. But you didn't have to do all this. It's kind of... embarrassing.” Windy said, blushing a little bit.

“Eh, it is a bit much,” Bow added, hugging his family tightly, well not all of his family. “Hey, Sammy boy, what are you doing over there, come on in... son.” I smiled and entered the family group hug and watched as Scootaloo took the final picture for her scrap book. It feels good to be part of the family.