If I didn't know about MLP, I wouldn't have known that much about friendship as I do now. Sure, I might get it, but MLP has taught me a lot and pretty much has been there for me through tough times. It's sad to see it end, but I'm glad it exist. A show that has exceeded everyone's expectations and change some people for the better. It may have its ups and downs, but the ups are all worthwhile.
Of course, Gen 5 will be here sometimes soon. Whether or not I will stick around is for myself to decide. At the end of the day, Friendship is Magic will always be considered to be the best thing to ever come out of MLP as a franchise.