A Fun Day at the Beach

by debrecen

Rating: everyone
Tags: Twilight Sparkle, Applejack, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Slice of Life
Length: 959

When friends go to hang out at the beach, they can't help but argue over ice cream.

When friends go to hang out at the beach, they can't help but argue over ice cream.

Written for the Dialogue Only Contest and the Thousand Word Contest III.

Published 2024-06-16 23:30:01 UTC
Last updated 2024-06-16 23:30:01 UTC

A Fun Day at the Beach

"Ahh, this is the life. A perfect day for some fun in the sun! Whaddya say, girls?!"

"Sure is, Dash. Couldn't ask fer better weather."

"Absolutely divine, darling. I do love a good beach day."

"Hey, AJ, Rarity, let's get that raft out on the water! Who's with me? We could do some sick tricks…maybe some backflips into the waves!"

"Count me in, sugarcube. But first, we gotta blow it up."

"Oh dear, how tedious. But if it means a delightful float on the ocean, I suppose it's worth it."

"Alright, everypony, let's get this thing inflated!"

"Sure thing, let’s get ‘er done."

"My, this is rather taxing."

"Come on, blow faster, everypony!"

"Ain't you supposed to be the fastest flyer in Equestria? Could use some speed here from you, ‘specially since it was yer idea in the first place. And how about you lil’ miss fashion queen? You gonna get to blowin’ soon?"

"Hey, I'm conserving energy to make sure I look my absolute best out there on the waves! It’s Rainbow Dash who’s slacking off."

“Don’t try and git yerself out of yer responsibility to help, Rarity!”

"Oh, please. At least I'm not spluttering like a common barnyard donkey."

"Hey now, this here's efficient! Unlike somepony's highfalutin’ fancy prancing."

"I'll have you know, darling, that there's an art to everything I do."

"Yeaah, sure thing, sugarcube…We're almost there, just a bit more hot air!"

"Phew, finally. Ready to set sail? We’re gonna tear through the water on this thing with my wings, AJ’s leg power, and Rarity’s…fashion sense, I guess."

"Quite…well, let's see what this contraption can do."

"Let's get on an’ hit the waves, girls!"

"Oh my, girls! Look at Twilight over there! I thought she was just going to get us ice cream, but apparently she has taken a charity trip to help those foals with their beach toys!"

"Looks like she's strugglin' with them there beach balls!"

"Classic Twilight. What a sight! Wouldn’t be me, haha!"

"She's positively flustered. I almost feel bad for her."

"Almost. But hey there’s no need to go an’ start talkin’ bout her like that, who's a real expert in that after all?"

"Definitely not Twilight, darling. Did you see that face?"

"Yeah, I can’t lie, it’s like she’s blowin' up a storm o’er there, bless her heart."

"Alright, enough giggles, gals. Let's get out and catch some awesome waves!"

"By all means, dear, let's go..oh, wait a second, let’s put a pin in that. It looks like Twilight is coming back with the ice cream.."

"Sorry I'm late, everypony! Got us some ice creams. Here you go, Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Rarity."

"Thank ya, Twilight! What flavors did ya get?"

"Applejack, I got you caramel apple swirl."

"Mmm, my favorite! Thank ya kindly, Twilight."

"Rainbow Dash, yours is double chocolate fudge."

"Awesome! Thanks, Twi!"

"And Rarity, yours is strawberry champagne."

"Oh, how delightful! Thank you, Twilight darling."

"Alright, let's dig in!"

"Mmmmm, dang, that there sure as hay hits the spot. Nothing beats the sweet tang of caramel mixed with apple."

"Indeed, Applejack. But have you considered the elegance of strawberry champagne? It's like a personal soiree in every bite; it has a certain…je ne sais quoi."

"Sorry, Rarity, and you too AJ, but you can't beat the rich, indulgent taste of chocolate. It's the ultimate treat, and it’s like 200% awesome since it's double chocolate."

"Chocolate's good an' all, Dash, but caramel apple swirl is a taste of home. It's like one of Granny Smith's prize-winnin’ apple pies."

"Well, strawberry champagne is like a taste of sophistication. It's light, bubbly, and simply divine. A bit more than a commonplace apple!"

"C'mon, now. You best take that back, Rarity!”

“Woah, Rares, you can’t say that to AJ’s face like that. Plus, you're talkin' fancy stuff. Chocolate is a classic. It's bold, it's intense, and it satisfies your sweet tooth like nothing else."

"Yeah…ain't nothin' wrong with keepin' it simple and delicious, Dash. Caramel apple swirl is just better I reckon—wholesome and comforting."

"But isn't it wonderful to indulge in something that feels luxurious? You know, darling, something that you don’t eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, covered in mud on your farm. Strawberry champagne is the epitome of a luxury flavor. Wouldn’t you say so, Rainbow Dash?"

"I get that, Rares, but sometimes you just need that chocolatey goodness to pick you up. You can have your own opinions, just don’t be so darn pushy all the time!"

"Now, now, everypony, I think that you all have your merits. Applejack's apple swirl is like a taste of home. Rainbow Dash's double chocolate fudge is indulgent, perfect for a treat. And Rarity's strawberry champagne is definitely elegant and has class."

“For Pete’s sake, let’s just keep it together! After all, summer don’t last all year! We best make the most of it while we can. I mean, I’m takin’ valuable time out of my schedule and away from chores that need doin’ just to hang out with y’all, and most of y’all are practically unemployed!”

“Fine, darling. Don’t get your lasso in a twist! Celestia knows I try hold my tongue in situations like this, but honestly! You always act as if you are some sort of martyr, as if anyone asked you to be such a hard worker while you talk down to everypony else about their work ethic. I mean, goodness-...You know what, Applejack, let’s just...put this behind us.”

“Yeah, AJ, Rares, just chill. Let’s enjoy what we have right here. Right, Twilight?”

“Exactly, Dash, now, everypony, let’s always remember we’re all friends here! Come on, girls! To friendship and to this wonderful sunny summer’s day at the beach! Cheers!”

"Cheers!"