First off, don't read into the title too much, folks, it's not what you think it is.

Now when I mention God-Given Rights, what comes to mind? Perhaps the ideas of self-expression, free will, emotion and respect for one another? Folks, we are in a world that even the slightest difference between two beings is freely open to criticism from just about anywhere it may come from.

Seriously, think about it. We all have the right to express who we are in any way we seek. We have the right to do as we please, and indulge in things that we enjoy doing. We have the right to feel and express emotion the way we each see fit. We have the right, no, the duty, to respect one another no matter how different or unique somepony may seem.

I bring this topic up as a reflection of where society is nowadays, the ever-changing landscape it is. We hear more and more stories about bullying cases, harassment, and otherwise ridicule, based on the fact that something is not "normal" when compared to society's norms. Those "norms," in reality, are all just preconceived notions that have been made up, and quasi-established as "guidelines."

I have one thing to say to that: who died and decided it was a good idea to adopt these "norms?" I'm being serious, folks. If you think about it, they don't make sense anymore. They really don't. Society is changing, evolving over time, with all sorts of cultures, traditions, beliefs, values and morals all mixing together in the giant mixing bowl that is society. Those "norms" technically should change as well, yet they don't. That lack of evolution is the reason why war exists, why there is so much hate and discrimination in this world.

Ladies and gentleponies, we are all here for a reason: we all enjoy some aspect of My Little Pony, and as a result, flock here to be with others like us. Society does not believe the herd here to be a "norm" yet, despite how much more mainstream it becomes each and every day. You can thank the stubborn and ignorant society in which we live in, for that. This is one of the only safe havens for Bronies and Pegasisters, and it's an absolute shame that those outside of the herd feel the need to target not only us, but those in general who may enjoy something outside of the "norms."

To a degree, society could take a lesson from MLP:FiM, in terms of respect for one another. I understand what the true demographic is for the show, don't get me wrong. The life lessons it offers is almost akin to the bible, in terms of how universal those messages are, and how they can apply to just about anything and anypony, at any time.

Folks, if there's anything to really take away from this, it not letting someone else steal your thunder. Never let someone tell you what to believe in and how to live your life. You are the commander-in-chief of your world, your own domain. You do what makes you truly you.

And now, a little music for your listening pleasure. Here's the Beastie Boys' party anthem, (You Gotta) Fight for your Right (To Party):