Birds of a Feather

							Birds of a Feather

	The mid-day sun shone brilliantly in the cerulean sky. It's radiant heat warmed the cool clouds that drifted lazily across the great expanse. There was an air of tranquility that stretched far and wide.

	This peace was shattered instantly as a brown blur flashed through the vast emptiness. It burst through clouds at a break-neck speed, performing daring dives and triumphant tricks. With a mighty poof, the speedster landed on a small cloud. With her majestic eagle head and lion body now in view, it became clear that it was none other than Gilda who was soaring through the untamed heavens.

	She stretched her tired wings before resting on the plush, white surface. Her eyes looked down onto the bustling city streets of Ponyville. Ponies went about their daily lives, eating, shopping, and working contently. Gilda didn't pay much attention to any of that, though. She was instead drawn to a particular pink building that stood plainly in the midst of all the others.
	It's windows were lined with small mannequins dressed in the cutest, frilliest dresses. Dresses of different styles in varying colors, all designed for foals. In the back of the store, the shelves were filled to the brim with colorful accessories and supplies every mother would want their little one to have. And in one isle, one isle of tantalizing taboo desire, stood what her eyes were interested in the most. Packages upon packages of soft, plush diapers in every imaginable type, ready to be worn. He eagle-eyed glare was transfixed on the glorious padding. She longed to walk through the store and just embrace her feelings. But she couldn't. She was a grown griffon. Lame thoughts like that weren't cool. She needed to be tough. Her self-affirmations, however, didn't stop the thoughts from swirling about her head. If only she could...

	"Heya Gilda!"

	Surprised by the sudden loud voice, Gilda scrambled to regain her composure. She turned to the direction the sound came from and found Pinkie Pie floating next to her could. She had several balloons tied around her waist keeping her up in the air.

	"Why'd you sneak up on me like that, you dweeb!?" Gilda snarled before calming herself down.

	"Just wanted to see what my bestest griffon pal Gilda was doing in Ponyville." Pinkie cheerfully replied while giving the flustered griffon a hug. She stopped, then squinted far into the direction Gilda was looking at before she was interrupted.

	"Looked like you were staring at something. Was it...That bakery serving up yummy cupcakes?"

	"No Pinkie. I wasn't..."

	"Oh, was it that delicious sandwich shop then?"

	"No Pinkie. Just..."

	"Or maybe the big furniture warehouse?

	"No! I said..."

	"How about the colorful candy stand over there with the?"

	"No! Listen to..."

	"I know, I know, I know! It was the cute foal store. That's what you were looking at, weren't you?"

	"Ye...I mean...Pinkie, I wasn't looking at anything." Gilda finally managed to answer. She put her head down on the cloud, looking away from Pinkie.

	"Gilda, Gilda, Gilda. You don't have to hide anything from me. We're friends. Friends help each other when there is something wrong. And I know something is bothering you. I could see it all the way from the ground. Let ol' Pinkie hear what's on your mind."

	"Pinkie I...it's just...I want." Gilda let out a frustrated sigh. "Look, I want to tell you what's up. Honest. I...I just...can't. I have a hard enough time with friendship and I don't want to ruin ours."

	Pinkie gave Gilda another comforting hug. "There isn't anything that could sink our friendship. I mean come on, I still had faith in you after you acted like a total jerk when we first met. And after all we went through at Griffonstone? I'll always be your friend Gilda, you can count on that."

	A soft smile formed on Gilda's beak. "Alright, alright. I'll tell you, but you gotta promise not to laugh, make fun of me, or tell anyone about this. Understood?"

	"Cross my heart and hope to fly, stick a cupcake in my eye." she said as she did the motions for a Pinkie promise.

	"Well, Pinkie" Gilda sighed, "I really was looking at that foal store. I know, I know it's weird; a cool griffon like me staring at a shop full of baby stuff. But the truth is, I like it. I like dresses and the bows and the diapers. Especially the diapers. The way they look and feel just gets to me. I don't know how to explain it. I've just always felt this desire in the bottom of my heart. And it hurts to hold it in. I just don't know what to do Pinkie. I'm hopeless." Gilda finished, laying her head down again, fighting the tears that were welling up in her eyes.

	Pinkie just smiled. "Let's go to Sugar Cube Corner. There's something I want to show you."

	Gilda let out another heavy sigh and flew down to the ground.

	"Could you lend me a claw first?" Pinkie called out, still stuck in the air.

	The glum griffon flew back up and rose her sharp talons. She popped just enough balloons to send Pinkie gently floating down.

	"Thanks. Now let's mosey."

								* * *
	"Alright were here. Now what does this have to do with my problem?" Gilda muttered as she entered the pink party pony's room.

	"Don't worry your feathery little head, it will just take a sec. Let me show you." Pinkie replied as she made her way to the closet.

	She rummaged around until she pulled out a rather large cardboard box. Gilda's cheeks turned bright red as she saw what Pinkie was taking out of it. There was a large pink plastic package that was already torn open a little, along with a big bag of supplies.

	"Umm...are those...uh...you know..."

	"Yes Gilda, they're diapers." Pinkie said as she pulled two of them out of the packaging. "I know exactly how you feel. I have felt the same way since I was a little filly. And now I can teach you the wonderful joys of being an adult foal!"

	Gilda just stood there in front of the excited pony, frozen in a mixture of fear and embarrassment. She tried to open her beak to tell Pinkie what she thought, but no words came out.

	"You don't need to say anything until you're ready." Pinkie comforted as she laid the bright pink diaper out across the floor. "Just sit your little rump down so I can wrap this nice, soft padding around your bottom."

	The griffons mind was flooded with so many conflicting emotions. Just a couple of moments ago she was sulking and moping about how she would never be able to do something like this in her entire life. Her heart was aching at the fact that her childish dream would be nothing more than that. Now, she was in Pinkie's room being told to sit down so she could be diapered, something she never thought she hear her second best pony friends say. This was something she desperately wanted more than anything in the world, but still that hesitation stopped her from moving. She was just too afraid.

	Her eyes went from the diaper to Pinkie. A warm, encouraging smile shone across her face. Her blue eyes sparkled softly, inviting her to relax and be at peace. Gilda snapped out of her confused state and took a couple of deep breaths before moving forward. She laid herself on top of the outstretched padding, ready to let Pinkie take over.

	Once the griffon was in position, Pinkie began to work her diaper magic. She lifted the griffon's hind legs and grabbed her lion tail, gently fitting it into the tail groove before taping it closed. Pinkie then went over to the bag and sprinkled a light coating off baby powder all over Gilda's diaper area. Then she lifted the front of the diaper over Gilda's crotch. Each tape was attached perfectly onto the diaper so that it was nice and snug. With a firm pat on the griffons newly padded rump, Pinkie rose up and smiled proudly.

	"Well, how do you feel now?"

	Gilda closed her eyes and put her claw over the soft diaper. She gently pressed against it hearing the loud crinkly sounds it made. All the doubts and fear she had melted away as she embraced her new poofy garment. She opened her eyes and turn to Pinkie who was waiting for an answer.

	"This...is...awesome!"

	Pinkie giggled loudly at the griffon's sudden attitude change.

	"That's the spirit! You ready to see what else is in store for you? I've got a pink dress with lots of bows and frills with your name on it."

	Gilda grinned as she stood back up and nodded excitedly.

	"Great! But first, could you diaper me? I wanna join in on the fun, too."

	"Sure, I'd love to! But, umm, could you help me just a little. I've never put a diaper on a pony before." Gilda asked shyly as she reached for the other diaper.

	"Can do! It's easy as pie, don't worry." Pinkie reassured as she laid herself down. "Start by sliding the diaper underneath my little pink butt. Then put my tail into the little groove there and tape it closed."

	Gilda did as Pinkie said, making sure it fit well.

	"Good job." Pinkie praised, "Just powder my bottom and tape the diaper up."

	Again she followed the pink mares' advice, powdering and snuggly taping the front of the diaper closed.
	Once done, Pinkie got up and wiggled her padded butt.

	"Excellent job Gilda. If didn't know any better I would have guessed that you were a diaper changing expert.
	Gilda gave a confident pose in response to the complement.

	"What can I say. I'm a natural."

	Pinkie Pie smiled. She was glad to see her griffon friend returning to her smug old self.

	"You sure are. Now let me grab the dresses. Can't have us going shopping in just our diapers."

	The arrogant expression written on Gilda's face quickly vanished and was replaced with the same fear she felt before.
	"Go...shopping? What do you mean go shopping!?"

	Pinkie turned to the worried griffon after pulling out two especially cute dresses with matching accessories.

	"You're an adult baby now, silly. We have to buy you some nice outfits, supplies, and lots and lots of diapers. Didn't you want to go to that store anyways?"

	"Wha...What!? I can't go out like this! People will think I'm lame and stupid..."

	"C'mon. I've gone out in a dress and diaper before and I'm perfectly fine. No one will laugh at you or anything. Trust me. You need to embrace who you are. You'll have all my love and support, you'll be fine." Pinkie comforted as she moved in to give Gilda a big hug.

	"I know. I'm just scared."

	"Like is said, there is nothing to worry about. Just be yourself. You're the fastest and coolest griffon in all of Equestria. Who cares if you like to have a little fun in your own special way. Now let's get you dressed up cutie."

	After a short pause, Gilda smiled as she hugged the pink pony back.

	"Alright. I trust you."

	Pinkie happily bounced out of their embrace, going back to the dresses. She grabbed them and displayed them for Gilda to see.

	"I knew you would come around. Now, which one would the little baby like to wear?"

	Gilda couldn't help but blush as she stared at her choices. The dresses were both very girly, something she wasn't used to. One was pure pink. Various shades were layered upon each other to create a very cute, poofy look. It looked like the typical princess dresses seen in storybooks, but with way more frills to give it that foalish feel. The other was similar, but a bit more elegant. Dark lavenders faded into bright pinks over the very regal design. Both had extremely short skirts, meaning their diapers would be in plain view.

	"I think I'll take the purple one."

	"Perfect! Pink for me."

	They put on their outfits, followed by the accessories that went with them. Gilda had big purple bow wrapped around the end of her tail, along with a smaller bow in her hair feathers, while Pinkie had just one big bow in her mane. Once done, they looked at their adorable selves in the mirror by the closet.

	"There we go! Don't we look like the cutest, most adorable pair of babies? What do you think, Gilda?"

	Gilda could hardly recognize herself as she posed in the mirror. She no longer looked like the intimidating, tough griffon that she usually was. Her rough exterior melted away to reveal the soft, sweet center that slept inside her.

	"I think I look pretty cute." She flaunted, the confidence returning slowly again.

	Pinkie gave a firm pat to Gilda's heavily exposed padding.

	"Then let's get going! Aren't you eager to show off like always?"

	Gilda smirked.

	"Yeah, let's."
							* * *
	Pinkie and Gilda walked out of Sugar Cube Corner and back onto the bustling Ponyville streets. They waddled a bit due to the bulk of the diapers underneath their clothing, but still strode on with a confidence as they made their way back to the foal store. Ponies went on as they usually did, paying no attention to them, save for the occasional curious glance or two.

	"What I tell ya, everything's fine." Pinkie stated as she nudged her griffon friend a bit, Isn't it fun being a little girly for a change?

	With a shy smile, Gilda nodded.

	"Yeah, it's pretty great. I get to be a cool flying ace and a cute little chick."

	After a bit more walking and talking, they finally found themselves at the foal store they were at earlier. As they walked through the doors, They were greeted by a motherly looking mare with a light yellow mane and a cream colored coat.

	"Welcome" She said warmly, "Glad to see you back Pinkie, it's been a while. Here to restock on diapers? New onesie or some toys? Who's your cute little birdy friend?

	She turned to Gilda and started to coo at her.

	"Who's a cute little catbird? Who's a cute little catbird? You are!"

	The mare's overly affectionate attitude made Gilda a bit annoyed, but she wanted to be a good little girl and played along as best as she could.

	"I am! I am! I am the cutest little kittybirdy!" she giggled out.

	Pinkie just laughed seeing how well her griffon friend was adjusting to her role as a baby.

	"Hey Sunny Smiles, we're here for this little one right here. She just found out she was an adult foal, or chick in her case, today, and now I'm gonna buy her tons of fun stuff so she can play whenever she wants."

	"That's great! We just got some new stuff in from our special supplier up in Canterlot for our adult foal customers, so I would be happy to help you look for what you need." Sunny said, still playing with Gilda.

	"Alright." Pinkie replied, "Show us the way."

	The small group went to the back of the store where they kept the specialty items. Gilda's eyes lit up like as she gazed upon the bounty of beautiful items. Dresses of all styles and colors were hung on racks. Bottles, pacifiers, baby toys, and cute accessories were on the shelves, all designed for older babies. And finally, rows upon rows of adult diapers, but not just any plain old diapers; these were designed especially for customers of her nature. They all had cute, colorful designs that any big baby would love.

	"This is amazing! There are so many cool things here I don't even know where to begin! I want a dress! And that stuffed dragon! Do those diapers have lightning bolts!? This is the best!"

	Sunny and Pinkie couldn't contain their enjoyment of Gilda's burst of enthusiasm.

	"Are all new babies this excited their first time?" Pinkie asked between the laughter, "I know I was."

	"Oh, you bet, but in all my years of running this business I don't think I have ever seen someone this eager."

	"Well that's Gilda for you. Always has to be the best."

	The two ponies broke from the conversation and back to the griffon, who was busy looking through the dresses.

 	"Hey Pinkie, Which one do you think is cooler" Gilda asked holding up two frilly outfits, "This one's purple; my favorite color! But this one is rainbow colored, just like Dash!"

	"Oh" Sunny interjected, "There is a sale on those dresses there. Buy one get the other half off."

	"Can I get them, can I? Pretty please? Gilda begged to Pinkie.

	"Only the best for my newfound foal friend." Pinkie cheerfully answered, "Anything else you want, Sweetie?

	"Let's see...I want that a couple of these cute bottles. A pacifier or two. Some of these cool bows and ribbons. These adorable plushies. Defiantly need to snag a cute onesie. Wipes and foal powder, of course. Gotta get a diaper bag and changing mat for on-the-go fun." She paused for a moment, thinking everything over. "Pinkie, are you sure it's okay for you to buy me all these things? It seems like a lot and we haven't even got the diapers yet.

	"Think of it as an early birthday present from yours truly. Grab what you like, don't worry about it. I want you to be happy. That's all that matters to me."

	"Thank you so much Pinkie" Gilda spoke as she fought back tears of joy. "I know it's not that big a deal, but this means so much to me. Thanks for everything you've done today. You're the best friend a griffon like me could ever have."
	Gilda wrapped her arms around Pinkie in a tender embrace.

	"Aww," Sunny said as she watched the two ponies display of affection, "It's so wonderful to see two friends brought together by the magic of diapers. It's days like this where I just absolutely love my job.

	After the heart-warming moment, Gilda felt a small disturbance rise up in her. She clutched here now loudly rumbling stomach and tried to fight the growing discomfort in her rear.

	"Pinkie..." Gilda called out, "I think I gotta...you know...potty."

 	Both of the mares glanced at each other and smiled at the little griffon's words

	"I think you know what to do." Pinkie comforted, "Go ahead we won't mind."

	Gilda blushed still struggling to contain the internal pressure.

	"You're safe here. Sunny here deals with foals everyday so she is used to this kind of thing." Pinkie added as Ms. Smiles nodded happily, "I can go at the same time if that would help you relax."

  	"That would be nice, Pinkie."

	"Okey Dokey, let's make some stinkies."

	Gilda and Pinkie both squatted down a bit and let their bodies relax. With soft grunts, they both pushed out their smelly loads. The poofy padding expanded to fit the spreading mess their across their butts. Once they had finally finished pooping, soft trickles of urine flowed into their diapers. The absorbent padding held it all in, but sagged a bit due to the weight of it all. They sighed in relief before snapping back to reality.

	"Looks like these two babies need a change. The changing room is over there if you're interested." Sunny gleefully stated.

	Gilda rubbed her diaper a bit, feeling the warm embrace that wrapped around her waist. Her face turned bright red as the others grinned at her.

	"I'd like to stay in it for a little longer. I mean, if that's okay."

	"Me too!" Pinkie added bouncing around in her freshly soiled diaper.

	"That's perfectly fine," Sunny said, giggling at the two filthy babies. "Take your time, I know how much some of my older customers love staying in their dirty diapers."

	Pinkie and Gilda smiled and continued their shopping spree. They went over to the adult diaper isle and looked at all the choices before them.

	"So which ones do you wanna get Gilda?"

	She paused for a moment, staring at the large selection.

	"Alright. I think I'll take two packs of these lightning bolt speedster diapers, one pack of these of these purple princess diapers, and one of these pink party diapers packs. That should be enough for now."

	"That's quite a lot of diapers, isn't it?" Pinkie teased softly while giving Gilda's used padding a big whiff, "But you'll need 'em for that stinky butt of yours."

	"Yeah, I think these will help keep me nice and comfortable." She replied feeling her diaper again.

	"I'm sure you'll be nice and warm with all that thick cute padding." Pinkie laughed before grabbing all the stuff Gilda had chosen to buy, "C'mon, Sunny can check us out at the counter."

	"Sure thing, just follow me my special little babies."

	They walked back to the front of the store. Sunny ran up the price for everything and bagged it up. Pinkie then happily paid for Gilda's gift.

	"Thank you for coming. You're always welcome back if you need more diapers or want to buy a little something extra. You two have a wonderful day now."

	"We sure will." Pinkie replied as she grabbed everything, "Thank you so much."

	They waved as goodbye they walked out the door and back to Sugar Cube Corner. The streets weren't as busy now that the sun was about to start setting, but a few ponies remained going about their business. The two began to talk about their fun diapered outing as they went along their way.

	"So, was that awesome or what?" The pink pony asked excitedly.

	"You bet your stinky butt that it was awesome! This has been one of the best days of my life! And it's all thanks to my friend Pinkie Pie" Gilda exclaimed as she flew into the air to do a quick trick. She landed back on the ground and struck a triumphant pose.

	A familiar voice, however, cut the conversation short.

	"Hey Pinkie!" The voice greeted in a slightly raspy tone.

	Gilda began to panic. She know exactly who it was and couldn't let her be seen like this. She hid behind Pinkie in a futile attempt to remain hidden.

	"Oh, hey Dash, what's up?" Pinkie replied normally, not bothered at all that one of her closest friends was seeing her in a dress and messy diaper.

	Rainbow Dash didn't answer, and instead stared at the cowering griffon behind the pink pony.

	"Uh...Gilda...Is that you?"

	Gilda let out a startled scream as she scrambled to find an answer.

	"Dash, this isn't what it looks like! I just...I'm....this is....I'm not..."

	She tried to speak, but nothing came out. She just began to lose control of her emotions and cry.

	Rainbow flew over to her best griffon friend and gave her a hug.

	"What's the matter G, why are you crying?

	"I'm so stupid. Just leave me. It's all my fault. You wouldn't want to be friends with lame griffon that's dresses like this." Gilda answered between her sobbing. "No one would. Especially not a cool, awesome pony like you."

	Dash hugged her friend even harder before looking into her tear filled eyes.

	"You're wrong Gilda. I've been your friend since the day we met at flight camp, and even though we've gone through some rough times, you know in your heart we will always be friends. Who cares what you like, even if it's diapers or dresses. That doesn't make you any less cool in my eyes. You're still the best friend I love and I wouldn't want you any other way."

	Gilda perked up at her friends kind words. She looked back into her eyes and smiled.

	"Do you...do you really mean that? You still love me?"

	"Of course I do!" Rainbow laughed "How could I not love the coolest, fastest, most awesome griffon in all of Equestira?
 Not to mention the cutest little diapered griffon in all of Equestria."

	"R-really? You think I'm...cute?" Gilda asked as she blushed harder than she had all day.

	"Heck yeah! I wouldn't mind seeing you dress like this a little more often. You make such an adorable baby, Maybe we could even have a little play date if you're interested." She said with a sly wink.

	The pair of friends giggled and embraced each other in another intense hug.

	"This is the cutest. Story. Ever!" Pinkie interrupted before going off on a dramatic monologue, "A tough griffon hiding her cute secret from the world, struggling to love herself. When all seems lost a mysteriously cute and funny pink pony comes to her aid, helping her learn how to be comfortable with who she is. But then, just when everything seems okay, her rainbow-haired best friend stumbles upon her secret! Much to our diapered heroine's surprise, however, her best friend accepts and still loves her, and everyone learns a valuable lesson. I need to chronicle this so that everyone can see the magic of diapers and friendship."

	Gilda and Dash laughed at Pinkie's little recap.

	"You're so silly, Pinkie. But you're completely right." Rainbow dash replied as she flew up into the sky. "Hey, since you guys are probably heading over to Sugar Cube Corner, mind if I tag along? I'd like to hear more about this whole baby thing. Who knows, maybe I could even give it a try. I think I would look pretty awesome in a diaper."

	"Yeah! That sounds rad! What do you think Pinkie?"

	"I think that's great! C'mon, what are we waiting for, let's get going!"

	The three friends walked off into the sunset. Gilda didn't think this is how she would be ending her trip to Ponyville, but she was glad it turned out this way. She learned how to be comfortable with herself, and got closer to her best friends.