Fluttershy is taking a short vacation to visit the Crystal Kingdom. We all wanted to come with (except Applejack, who is a bit on the busy side at the moment), but Fluttershy said she has personal business there with my sister-in-law. She wouldn't elaborate, but she seems really happy and excited, so I'm happy for her. It's really nice to have Fluttershy back in good spirits, even if we won't see her for a while.

She told us she might be gone for a couple of weeks, which is kind of crazy for her, but I'm glad she's taking some bold steps for a change. Big Macintosh volunteered to care for her animals until she returns, since the Spring planting is all done. He's such a sweet pony. I never really thought about how much they have in common before now (in terms of personality and demeanor, I mean). I'm sure Big Mac will do just fine caring for Fluttershy's animal friends.

We saw Fluttershy off at the train station at noon. I gave her a gift to bring to Cadance (nothing special, just a nice set of quill pens), and Rarity asked her to give the Crystal Princess a hat she recently made. It's beautiful, of course, but... a bit, how to say it, showy? I don't know if my sister-in-law will want to wear it in public.

Pinkie Pie is already planning a welcome-back party for Fluttershy's return, of course.