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...The first thing I saw were the birds on the branches outside the window. Now that I remember what an alarm clock is, I can appreciate waking up to the chirping of birds.

It's been 3 days since I woke up in Ponyville. I was slowly recovering fragments of my lost memory, like what an alarm clock is or what slippers are were creeping back into my mind. The things I was recalling were mostly generic objects pertaining to whatever daily life I used to have prior to my arrival in Ponyville but nothing as of yet regarding my identity, home or family.

The orange pony I met named Applejack brought me to meet her 5 other friends, Twilight sparkle, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy. I was generally welcomed, although Fluttershy was at first as her name implied, shy, but she eventually came to like me as well. Each of them offered to show me a different part of Ponyville.

Twilight brought me to the library, a huge hollowed out tree that was a little bigger than the surrounding buildings. It housed a fantastic collection of encyclopedias on equestrian history and culture, storybooks, poems, cookbooks and much more. Assisting Twilight sparkle was a baby purple dragon named Spike, the only other being I've seen so far that stands on 2 legs. I was happy to find this place as reading the books may remind me of something from my lost memory and might even bring them back. At the same time, studying the encyclopedias here will help to better accustom me to the local culture during my time over here.

Afterwards, Rarity showed me her boutique where she introduced to me the vibrant array of dresses she had for various events and occasions. I also made a deal with her to have my clothes made here as there seemed to be nowhere else that I could get clothes for myself from. I've been wearing the same clothes ever since I woke up and it was getting very uncomfortable to continue doing so. She was very happy to accept the job because my unusual body shape gave her an opportunity to test out unorthodox designs that normally did not fit ponies.

Next was Pinkie Pie's turn as she literally dragged me to Sugarcube Corner and threw me an instant welcome party. The party came as a staggering surprise to me as my arrival in Ponyville was on very short notice and this pink nuclear reactor managed to gather almost everyone in town to the party. I soon understood where she got the energy from as I quickly learned that Sugarcube Corner was her home and tasted the sickeningly sweet pastries she stuffed into my mouth. Did they switch the flour and sugar by mistake?

Following that was a trip to Cloudsdale accompanied by Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy. Rainbow Dash offered me a chance to ride on her back to get there and I gladly accepted. As if Ponyville wasn't fantastical enough, Cloudsdale proved to blow my imagination to pieces as the entire place was made completely out of clouds. The clouds, which I recalled to be made out of water vapour, seemed to behave like pillows when the ponies stepped on it. However, soon after attempting to get off Rainbow Dash's back to step onto Cloudsdale, I realised why there were only Pegasi over here. seems that the Pegasi are the only ones who can physically interact with the clouds. Even though it was a disappointment that I did not have a chance to live in the clouds, it was nevertheless amazing to see Cloudsdale.

My tour of Ponyville took up my entire day, so Applejack allowed me to rest yet another day before I got started on work on the farm. As I laid down in bed, I started to wonder about where I was going to go. I had no true home to go back to, no family of my own and no memories of my true identity to depend on. The only things I had right now were this town, the ponies I've met... and Applejack. I really have to thank Applejack. If it wasn't for her, I don't know how it would've turned out. The entire town may have turned its back on me, leaving me to fend for myself. The only thing I can do now is to work hard on the farm,so that I don't drag her down. I rested my head on the pillow, pulled the sheets over myself, closed my eyes and allowed my fatigue to take over me...

...I was expecting the sound of birds chirping or the warmth of sunlight in my room, but instead, I felt a nudging on my shoulder and the veil of the night at my window when I opened my eyes. When I turned over to see who it was, a pair of green eyes back at me with a smile.

"C'mon partner, it's time ta start the day."

It was about five o'clock at that time. I got out of bed and Applejack went downstairs first. She waited in the living room as I changed into the first set of clothes Rarity made for me and went down to meet her. We walked out to the field where Big Macintosh and Applebloom were waiting and we started with planting seeds. Due to the fact that I was closer in physique to Big Macintosh than the girls, I was tasked with ploughing the land with Big Mac while the girls sowed the seeds.

Big Mac was an interesting character. His size coupled with his lack of words gave him the surface personality of a boulder, someone who had a lot of strength and could even scare a few strangers upon first sight. However, underneath the quietness laid a soft heart, someone who had a fierce love for his family and all things innocent. It is probably this love that seems to give him that strength.

It went on for about a strenuous two and a half hours but it felt really good as I exerted and exercised my body. It was my first workout here in Ponyville and it was enjoyable as the air smelt so clean.

Next was apple harvesting. We split into 2 groups to cover the fields of apple trees, Big Mac and Applebloom, and Applejack and I. The harvesting gave Applejack and I an opportunity to know each other better.

"So, how d'you like it here in Ponyville so far?"

"It's great, the ponies are nice, the greenery is a pleasure to look at and there's always seems to be something new going on everyday to keep life interesting around here."

"Good ta hear. Since yer stuck here, wouldn't want ya to be miserable durin' your stay."

"Actually regarding that, I might not be staying here... I might be living here."

"Whadaya mean?"

"Looking at the rate at which my memories are coming back to me and the pattern of the things I've been remembering, I may never recall who I was, who my family are or where my home is. For all we know, I might be staying here for good."

"Well... do ya like stayin' here?"

"Yes, I do, and to be honest, I have you to thank for. If you hadn't found me that day and introduced me to the town, I might have become an outcast. I don't think I could've made it. All the friends I've made and the life I've had so far, I owe you for that,"

"Aw shucks, it's nothin'. I was just helping out someone in need. Listen, if you need a place ta live, you're more than welcome to keep on stayin' with us. That room's as good as yours. Those funny-lookin' hooves of yours have a lot of use and could come in handy around the farm. We could use someone like you in the long run, you'll be a great help in Sweet Apple Acres."

"Again, you're being so kind to me. Thank you Applejack, assuming that my memory really isn't coming back, I'll gladly take you up on that offer."

"It's a deal partner, welcome to the Apple family."

The words kept running through my mind as I rested my head on my pillow. Things have happened so fast. Now, I'm going of be part of this family I've only just met and it's just been less than a week since coming here.

Applejack... if I work hard and help them raise a bit more money, maybe I can treat her to a meal to show her my appreciation. I wonder where I will take her...

...Ah was glad that he was willin' to join us. He would be a real help 'round the farm. He's nice, dependable and gets da job done. Heh, ah almost don't want him tah go home! Hmmm... ah wonder if there's any cider left fer us tah celebrate his comin'...