Hey, everybody.

Well, that's the end of this chapter, and before you start asking questions, yes I will finish Tales of Equestria. I just had to finish this one first. Twice Upon a Time will be finished soon as well, please be patient.

Anyway, since Tales of Equestria will be ending soon as well, and I'll be taking a break from The Little Pony Legend for a while to focus on other projects and such, I want to take a moment to reflect.

This has been such an incredible ride. Let's just say, my real world life isn't as it is in Equestria or in the new more magical Republic City. This saga was been a way for me to escape and remind myself why I love writing stories, creating magical scenarios and incorporating messages that are dear and near to my heart.

I know the Legend of Korra fandom had become rather toxic ever since the finale last year, and it hasn't been a picnic for me. The series did and still holds some sentimental value to me and I still enjoy it, I guess I'm just unhappy with how the internet media has made it. But, there is nothing I can do about that, no amount of crying or whining will ever change what has happened. That's why I love this saga so much.

The characters from both MLP and LoK have inspired me so much in my artistic journey. Granted, I can't say they changed my life in such a grand scale way, no I have my Celestial BFF to thank for that. But they do hold a special place in my heart as an artist, even if they are only placed second or third compared to my love for God. In fact, folks can say what they want, if it wasn't for Him I wouldn't even have the spirit to enjoy these shows and my hobbies. He is first in everything in my life, and my stories are always proof of that.

Not only has this saga made me realize how much I love to write, but they've also allowed me to be true to myself. A lot of times in the media we have to agree or behave like everybody else just so others can like us, but with this saga I was free to be myself completely! I was free to express my true feelings and my true thoughts. I can't tell you how many times I've cried while writing so many of the finale chapters, including the ending for book 4. My eyes were so blurry I needed to clean my face before I could write the rest…and I wasn't even halfway through!

The story, the characters, and all of you guys have made this a wonderful experience. A special shout out to each and every one of my readers, reviewers, youtube subscribers, Facebook friends, tumblr followers, fell artists on deviantArt (you know who you are), and a special thanks to Atea1793. If it hadn't been for her this saga wouldn't be as amazing as it is. Thanks for giving me that first idea that inspire me to create Prince White, and for being the co-creator for Leilani, who is in fact named after her younger sister. Thanks a million, pegasister! God bless you and your family.

A special shout out to blueblur92 on deviant who is writing a spin-off of The Little Pony Legend called "The Shadow of Ronin", which I hope you guys will check out. And to Gingacreator for reviewing my stories on his youtube channel. To the sweet Mekarm, eric-emanwu, matt004, Jealouswayward, and so many more of the amazing artists on deviantArt. Thank you all so much for your support, your reviews, and I hope you enjoyed the stories.

I know they're not perfect and no doubt there are many more amazing stories out there, maybe even better than mine, but it doesn't matter. I never wanted to write for attention, all I wanted was to see people happy while staying true to who I really am. Okay, I do enjoy getting reviews, who doesn't, but I always remind myself not to let attention go to my head, that's the last thing that I want.

I'm just happy seeing folk's happy reactions. That's all I really wanted to come from these stories…Smiles!

Before I end this, I just want to give a quick reminder to the readers out there.

Girls, you don't have to sacrifice your femininity to be strong, and you don't have to sacrifice being strong to be feminine. You don't have to be a tomboy to be sporty, and you don't have to be a fashionista to be beautiful. Being smart doesn't make you a nerd, and being independent doesn't mean you are made of stone. Boys, being a man is so much more than how many weights you can lift, it also matters what comes from your heart. It's okay to cry when you're hurt, that doesn't make you anything less. And you don't have to be sporty to prove you're masculinity. Being goofy isn't the same as being clueless, it just means you enjoy life to the fullest.

Just like Team Avatar, we all have a special talent, our own Cutie Marks, our own Elements of Harmony. But sadly, in the real world, there will be people who will use those very gifts to their advantage. They will deceive you just as characters like Sci-Twi, Rara and even Kuvira were deceived into using their talents to serve someone else's needs instead of the One who gave those gifts to them.

Like the Sirens, Principal Cinch and Tirek the enemy will disguise himself as your friend, but only True Friendship can shed the light in the dark and reveal the truth. Faith isn't led by feelings, but by truth. Korra, Mako, Asami, Bolin, Twilight Sparkle, even Discord and the new OC Teo all had to relinquish something they thought they couldn't live without, but once they did they became much greater versions of themselves. They became wiser and stronger. Perfect? No. Better? Definitely. There was nothing they lost that The Magic for Friendship couldn't replace.

Like Twilight, we all have our own scars to carry, but the real triumph is not to erase that scar…but to find the courage to keep walking, even with it. I know, I'm getting all preachy again, but I still believe trying is better than not trying and wallowing in self pain.

So, once again, I say thank you all so very much from the bottom of my heart. You are all supper amazing and thank you for reading my stories, I hope they brought you joy.

I love you guys, and God loves you too.

Everywhere you go

Friendship there will grow

When you find it, it's the key

Friends can change the world, you see

Everywhere you go

Friendship there will grow

When you find it, it's the key

Friends can change the world

Friends can change the world

Friends can change the world, you see

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Jeremiah 29:11 ~

"For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope."

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