And we begin the new season with a shot of the Friendship Express.
"Oh, just a little somethin' for the young'un."
"Made from genuine Sweet Apple Acres apple trees."
"We make 'em for all the apples."
"And anypony related to Twilight is practically family."
"But it's no Cloudsdale mobile!"
"Well, a mobile is real nice..."
"as long as you have somethin' to lay in so you can look at it."
"And a fetching blanket to keep you warm."
"I'm sure Shining Armor and Princess Cadance..."
"...will love all our gifts."
"But I think they're more happy that we'll be attending the baby's Crystalling."
"Ooh! I can't wait to see all that light and love..."
"...make the Crystal Heart even more sparkly and shiny!"
"Actually, Pinkie, the Crystal Heart is..."
"... an ancient and powerful relic."
"Without its magic, the Crystal Empire..."
"...would be lost to the Frozen North."
"Wow, this Crystalling sounds pretty important."
"I'd understand if you wanted to..."
"...wait to do a different friendship lesson when we get back."
"Are you kidding? This trip is perfect!"
"Not only do I get to see the baby..."
"...and take part in the ceremony..."
"...that helps maintain the magic of the Crystal Empire..."
"...but I'm starting my new pupil off with the most amazing friendship lesson ever!"
...she said while making the worst attempt at not sounding anxious.
Typical look for a father that's just beginning.