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"Well Flare, I have absolutely no say over you getting a job in the weather department in Ponyville, I'm just a lowly store clerk for Dusty. You'd have to go talk to either the Mayor or Rainbow Dash, the current weather pony. Although to be blunt, Dash has got the whole weather thing totally under control, when she actually feels like doing it, so I don't know if they'll hire another weather pony. Budgets been tight this year, and I doubt the Mayor would want to hire on another pony. However, I know for a fact that Dusty is wanting to hire somepony to work the hours at the shop that neither me nor Fondue want to work. She'd love you, because she thinks me and Fondue are just lazy deadbeats. I would introduce you, but me vouching for you to her would do more harm than good. I can tell you how to get a hold of her though, if you want? Your chances of getting a job at Dusty's would be way better than at in the weather management business. Although if selling home appliances doesn't get you going, I hear Quickshake just fired one of the soda jerks at her ice-cream parlor. What do you think?"

"Not a half bad party DJ put on here. He even got Vinyl to show, and that's something rare indeed! Still, I don't know if I want to show anypony those tickets yet... Better let them get a bit more drunk, then they'll believe anything I feed them about how I got them." Glancing over at Skyeribbon, he shook his head, "Maybe they're plenty drunk already. What lightweights. Oh well, they'll learn soon enough. DJ and Sport seem to be doing well, but with the way DJ's going at that Applejack I don't know how long before he's gone. Hm, maybe I could go chat up Elyssa? She isn't really doing much..." Windy frowned slightly, then decided that now was as good a time as any for his announcement. "Hey everypony, gather round, I got some great news!" Everyone trotted over in good order, with the occasional stumble or wobble, but nopony seemed totally drunk, sans Skyeribbon. "Alright everypony, I got some great news! While on my way back from locking up shop, I ran into a friend of mine, Limestone. she said she had some tickets to see the Baltimare-Manehatten game tomorrow evening, but didn't want to go. That mare is always working, I swear she never has any fun! But anyways, so she gave them to me for an absurdly low price, I doubt she even knew their real value! The point is, I got enough tickets for all of us to go up to Manehatten tomorrow to watch the game! We can catch the morning train, assuming ya'll can drag yourselves out of bed tomorrow morning bright and early! What do you guys think of that?"

"Hey guys, I just remembered, I need to go lock up shop. Fondue said he was getting off early tonight, and wanted me to close up for him so Dusty won't knock his pay. I'm gonna have to cut out early on you tonight, but I'll show up for DJ's party." So saying, he placed a couple of bits down on the table, "That'll cover my drinks, and I'll see all of you guys later." Windy then turned and trotted out of the restaurant, then took off into the sky. "Well, these ponies seem pretty good." Windy thought as he flew over towards the shop, "Certainly not dull, but I'm concerned about Flare. Oh well, Sport will keep a good eye on him. Maybe he'll loosen up at the party. And I got Elyssa to say yes to a future date with me! That's a good thing, dating opportunities here have been a little flat recently. Seems funny to say that considering the good ratio, but whatever." Chuckling, Windy touched down at the store, and went inside to close up. As he quickly looked around the shop, he noticed a saddlebag in the corner that wasn't his or Fondue's. "Weird, somepony must've left it here. Maybe there's some bits inside, and I can say when I return it that I found it cleaned out already! Let's see, this guy's not a rich stallion, but it'll buy a few drinks at the Barrel. And... What are those? Tickets to the Baltimare Orioles game in Manehattan? Sweet Celestia, how many are there? At least eight it looks like... I could spring these on everypony at the party and we could head up to see the game for a weekend. But I shouldn't tell anypony how I got these... Oh well, what they don't know won't hurt em. Besides, its the ORIOLES and the YANKEES!! We're going to Manehattan!" Five short minutes later, Windy burst into DJ's party, which was just getting under way...

Well, if you want new stuff to do, take up a new sport! That's what I do when bored, and its made me a big fan of awesome things like ultimate frisbee, swimming, cross country running, flag football, and field hockey. Put yourself out there and experiment (haha just not with drugs!) and you'll find some great stuff you really like that you wouldn't have found otherwise!

"Alright guys, the Cider Barrel is fairly close to here; its on main street, across the street from Sugarcube Corner, if you know where that is" Windy said, pointing down the street in the general direction of the two establishments. "Although I never feel I did apologize properly Flare, I had no idea you had been injured recently, since I can certainly relate to a head injury. It does horrors to your memory and generally just does a great job of messing you up, so its a good thing Sport here had you get that looked at." Turning to watch for cross traffic as the four crossed the street, Windy frowned, "I sure hope that you are feeling better Flare, you have no idea how bad I feel." Flare shook his head, and asserted he was fine. As the four neared The Cider Barrel, Windy held Sport back for a second, "Keep a close eye on Flare," he muttered quietly so Flare couldn't overhear, "When I hurt my head I was sure I was fine too, but I was so bucked up it wasn't even funny. He seems to be in the same state. Just so you know, I don't want him doing anything stupid." When he looked up and noticed Twinkle and Flare were looking at them weird, Windy quickly threw on a cheesy grin and said, "Just warning Sport here about how strong the cider here is. I know those baseball boys can't hold their cider like us soccer studs." So saying, he gave sport a playful punch on the shoulder and that was Sport's cue to laugh as well and play off of Windy, "Only in your dreams, Windy! The day when you beat me in a cider competition I'll buy you all of Canterlot!" Chuckling, the two stallions led the way inside holding the doors for the two bemused ponies behind them. "See what I told you guys? Not too shabby of an establishment. Only the best for friends of Windy Runner!" Indeed, the restaurant had a very charming atmosphere, not too formal, but dimly lit and still fairly swank. "And the best part? No bow ties for stallions required!" Windy crowed happily. "Hold up, you guys let the waiter seat you, and Sport, ask him to bring us 4 mugs of Windy's favorite cider. He'll know what you mean. I think I see somepony over at that seat I know." So saying, Windy trotted over to a mare he thought looked familiar and tapped her on the small of her back to wake her up, since she was slumped over at her table. Elyssa woke with a start, and was about to yell in surprise, then stopped herself when she saw that it was only Windy, nopony dangerous or sketchy. She instead smiled and greeted him amiably, and invited him to sit down and eat with her. Windy, however, frowned a bit and said he already was going to hang out with several friends. Then, his face lit up into one of his trademark grins and he had another one of his brilliant ideas, "Hey Elyssa, instead of eating all by yourself, why not join me and my new friends at our booth? They're all new to Ponyville, and I bet they'd love to meet another local!" When she agreed, he led her over to the table, jokingly saying, "I guess our romantic date for two will have to be postponed for another time, but think I can take a rain check on that?" As they approached the table with the others.

Well, I'm afraid of automatic flushing toilets (only stalls). Yes, I know. Don't laugh! Also, as far as things nobody IRL knows, they don't know I'm a brony. I'm pretty high up the social totem pole at my school, and all the open bronies are at the very bottom. High school is a cruel institution kiddies.

"Bragging is perfectly acceptable in this establishment for an athlete of your caliber Sport!" Windy exclaimed, and bumped hooves with Sport before continuing, "I am a huge Cardinals fan, but I never was any good at baseball. I couldn't hit a beachball with a bat, let alone a baseball!" Windy chuckled before continuing, "That's why I became a soccer nut instead, I'm much better. Unfortunately, I hurt my head at a game a while back, and the Cavaliers said I can't try out for them for a year, give or take, due to being ineligible as a result of the concussion. What a load of crap, am I right? But its whatever, I'll make do in this shop till then. On that note, have a peek around, we've got more appliances than we know what to do with! Flare here is going to try and decide what he wants, then I'm going to take him to the Cider Barrel, my favorite eatery here in Ponyville. You and your lovely wife can join us if you want, there's always plenty of locals there you can meet and greet. They'll all want to know you, considering you're such a high caliber athlete. Before you, all we had was hopefuls like myself and Rainbow Dash, she's been obsessing over joining the Wonderbolts for longer than I can remember. That alone will get you some serious clout in this town! But in the meantime, what do you say you have a look around and see what appliances catch your eye, since I'm sure price isn't an issue for you!" Windy's head spun a bit from his long winded spiel, but he felt he had started off on very much the right hoof with Sport and Twinkle by doing so. "And a good thing too, a pony like him is sure to be loaded and I could use a big fat commission if I want to buy those new cleats I've been looking at."

Windy smiled as he turned away from DJ, now with a weighty bag of bits in his hooves. "That was a good sale, I ought to get a ton of commissions from this." he thought to himself, as he put the money into the store's safe. Before he had even shut the door, he heard a voice behind him, Windy frowned and said, "Well, what do you think we sell at Dusty's Home and Service?" Then, realizing his snarky attitude wouldn't do him any good if he wanted to get a commission, took a deep breath and continued, "My apologies for any rudeness, that was out of line. I'd like to start over. Are you by chance new in Ponyville?" The stallion nodded curtly in return, obviously off-put by Windy's sardonic attitude. "C'mon Windy, customer service is always first priority, the customer is always right even when wrong, blah blah blah. Just bend over backwards metaphorically and this guy'll forget all about my 'tude. Time to take the charm up to max level." Plastering a stupidly happy smile on his face, Windy vibrantly (in his mind) beamed at the still irate customer. "Nonverbal communication isn't helping, cut to the chase" thought Windy, as he continued, "So if you're new here, I suppose introductions are in order. Windy Runner, Canterlot Cavalier hopeful, at your service," he said, executing a showy, over-the-top-to-the-point-of-humorous bow. "And you are?" Windy inquired? "Flare" came the reply, slightly warmer than before. "Flare? Cool name bro, I like it. It sounds mysterious, but also powerful. What can I say, I dig interesting names? Now, as to your question from before, we here at Dusty's sell all things home and home related. I can say with 100% confidence that you will find all home furnishings and trappings you could ever need, want, or desire here! This fine establishment is the only shopping stop you'll need to make as a new pony here! I don't know about you, but for me, that sort of convenience just is great, considering how much I hate shopping!" Windy rambled on, desperately trying to back peddle his way out of his initial misstep. However, Flare seemed to be warming up to him, and he took this as tacit approval to continue his pitch, "Alright Flare, so since you're new here, I'd love to know, what are your interests? Perhaps we here at Dusty's can furnish it. Do you like pool? We've got pool tables! How about music? Nopony can beat our sound systems, and extra speakers are 20% off right now! Don't be shy, tell me what you're looking for! And if you're feeling angry for my previous attitude, let me take you to my favorite place in town, The Cider Barrel, and we'll have one on me! What do you say?"

Windy's ears perked up. That voice wasn't one that he recognized, which could only mean one thing... "New customers!" Windy murmered excitedly. Turning to face the door, he threw on his best "Customer Service" smile. "So you're new in town?" Windy asked. The pony nodded. "Great!" Windy replied. "As for furniture and household appliances, you have come to the right place my friend. Here at Duster's Home and Service, we have all the home services you could possibly need or want, and even those you don't!" The pony chuckled slightly, then Windy continued, "so you said you wanted a kickin sound system? Well, first off, you sound like a pony who knows how to party, and any party pony is a friend of mine! Speaking of which, you'll want to get to know Pinke Pie, now that is a mare that knows how to throw a party! In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if she'll throw you a welcoming party since you're new! But anyways, here's a sweet sound setup, with a kicking bass! Rumor has it if you put the bass up to eleven it doubles as a dishwasher! There's a good way to save money by getting two appliances for the price of one! Only 2500 bits, and we take credit! As for the other dull stuff, we have plenty of home starter packages that are basically a bundle of chairs, a table, all basic appliances, and a bed for 2000 bits, with a free extended warranty. Dull, but comfy stuff, and pretty durable and reasonable. What do you think of a total home overhaul for only 4500 bits?"

Windy Runner groaned as he rubbed his eyes and sat up in bed. "Oh Celestia, what I would do for ten more minutes of sleep. Oh well, the bits aren't going to make earn themselves." Moaning groggily, he rolled out from under the covers to start another day. Fifteen minutes later, he stepped out if his modest cottage downtown and begin the short walk to the store where he worked. "Time to sell more useless appliances nopony needs" he muttered, "I must be about due for a raise now. Maybe I can celebrate tonight, there might be some new ponies I can meet in town. Feather Dust did say several new ponies had moved in recently, so they might need appliances. I can meet them then." Shrugging, and bolstered with the thought of maybe an exciting evening, Windy entered the shop to clock in. "So much for new blood in town... Two hours working the floor and nopony shows up. Normally I'd count myself lucky to not have to work, but how am I supposed to meet new in town ponies of none will show up? Whatever, maybe I'll have a better chance after lunch." Windy always had been a pony of habit, and he always loved to eat at the open air stalls in the farmer's market. The stalls alway were full of delicious fresh food fit for the pro soccer player that Windy fashioned himself to be. "I'm sure I'll do better finding new buds on a full stomach."

I was walking in a sidestreet in San Francisco, and walked past a bald guy who's face was covered in scars. I thought he looked sketchy, and watched him out of the corner of my eye as I passed. I saw him step in behind me and pull out a metallic object from his pocket that looked like a knife. I whirled around and punched him quickly twice in the face. He fell over onto the ground, and I saw that he had been holding a key, not a knife, and had stepped behind me to go unlock a gate nearby. He, understandably, was very angry, and tried to fight me, but I talked him down. We then had a good laugh about it and went our separate ways. 6 months later when I was back in the Bay Area, I was hit from behind by somebody, and turned around, and there he was again! We had a good laugh and said that we were even now, then parted ways again. very odd, but in a good way I suppose.

I'm not excited about Finding Nemo 2. Not at all. Why? Cars 2 was a sequel Disney leaned on Pixar to make, even though they didn't want to. I feel this is the same way. This isn't like the Toy Story sequels, which were made by the Pixar team because they loved it, not purely for the money. I don't get the same vibe from this. However, if Monsters University turns out well, my faith in this movie will be established.

sure, you can have on of my OC's. I have three, take your pick which one you want. Thank you though, I think it's really cool you're looking for OC's from us! Limestone Quarry Lighting Jolt And my favorite, Windy Runner

I'm not really religious (Apostate Catholic) but I really gotta say, those are some kickass signatures you have there man! Well done!

Windy Runner is my gamertag on Xbox Live, and the name of my personal OC. Plus, I guess I just enjoy running/soccer so it seemed fitting enough...

Don't worry too much about your height unless you want to be a pro sports player, and if not just ignore it. I'm 5' 9'' but one of the shortest people in my circle of friends, but I never feel weird about it. Odds are its all in your head.

Although my Dad was in the Air Force and flew F-4's, I really have never had a real desire to fly planes. I'm interested in helicopters perhaps, but probably not planes.

Evening Cloudchaser! Did you just get done with a flying session? Hey, do you have a second? I'm Windy Runner, we ran into each other at the market the other day, remember? Yeah, anyways, I'm new here, I just moved to Ponyville from Manehatten last week. Do you think you could possibly show me around town tomorrow? I'm sure there's lots of fun stuff for two pegasi to get up to around here! What do you say?

Not to mention the fact that you can buy tobacco at 18, which is much more harmful than alcohol. I see no reason why most other things are at 18, but alcohol is 3 years later. Although the having sex bit might be a regional thing, where I live if both people are 16 or up the law won't care