Upon her return from Dodge Junction, something has changed inside Applejack. Her feelings for a certain pony have become as solid as the diamonds that adorn said pony's flank. However, will Ponyville's own Southern belle ever pluck up the courage to be the mare that wins Rarity's heart?

A/N - My very first attempt at fan-fiction of any description and very much a work-in-progress. All ratings, comments and the like (positive or otherwise) are very much welcomed.