The document provides an update on several Sim households. It summarizes that Sally and Troy got married and had a daughter named Tamara Langerak. Amy moved out of her parents' house with her cat and asked Adam to move in with her. Leonid made an arranged marriage deal for his son Dmitri and Old Adam's young daughter Rose. Eileen's finances were slipping but she earned money from a money tree to avert a crisis.
This document provides updates on various Sim families. Lydia Couderc passed away, leaving Mircea devastated. Bertram McClellan is enjoying being a toddler. Amy went to college but is now dating Perry. Jasmine and Jasper got married. Emmy and John's daughter Sarah Jane is growing up and wants to help with gardening. Caryl Miller is pregnant again despite her age. The families are going through typical life stages of marriage, children growing up, and new babies being born.
This document summarizes the events of Generation 3 in a Sims legacy challenge. It describes the heir Rhea having triplets and then twins, as well as Chippy wanting more children and having plant sim pod babies. The document follows the children through childhood and their preparations to leave for college. It concludes by teasing that Generation 4 will involve hijinks in college including inappropriate crushes, and shows that the legacy now has 62 flamingos in the yard.
The document provides an overview of events in a Sims household. It summarizes that the author is redoing chapters and feeling tired. They introduce their heir Orchid who had four votes to win and will bring the Quad Pod. Orchid gets various supernatural traits like being a witch and vampire. She then gives birth to quadruplets named Paisley, Petunia, Plum and Phoenix. The quadruplets are then vamped and find jobs before leaving. The summary introduces characters like Neil, Becca and Count Helios. It concludes by teasing the birth of the next generation.
Bart becomes the new leader of the monastery after Abbott passes away. As the new leader, Bart allows Tyrone to stay at the monastery despite breaking rules by having children with Matthias. Matthias admits he was not actually allowed to drink the fertility potion but wanted to start a family. Bart takes a more lenient approach than Abbott as the new leader.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Rapunzel 1animeangel1983
Grandpa called a family meeting to discuss important family matters. At the meeting, it is revealed that Fricorith had a vision while in Egypt of another version of himself that was a vampire. This leads the family to disclose more secrets, including that Fricorith was previously dead and resurrected by Ella, and that Atreyu's mother was actually from the rare Ether clan. Rapunzel feels frustrated that she cannot do more to help resolve the family's ongoing conflict with the council over Fricorith's bottle-born status. Elsa and others plan to investigate leads on getting a fifth vote from one of the clans in Dragon Valley.
Arc-en-Ciel: A Sims 3 Rainbowcy, Episode 8animeangel1983
Venus spent time in Egypt helping a local man by retrieving papers, but it led to unwittingly assisting the shady Morcucorp corporation. She then had to locate three artifacts buried in dangerous pyramids, facing traps, steam, and mummies. Though successful, the trip made Venus miss her family, including her new son Phobos, and late father. She was glad to return home to Dragon Valley, though looks forward to Carrot's tale with the first member of the Yellow generation.
Taylor Swift wrote and produced her fourth studio album Speak Now to address unsaid words and regretted moments from her past. The album contains open letters to ex-lovers and others who have impacted her life. She wrote the songs as imagined conversations to tell them what she wished she said. The album encourages listeners to speak up when important moments arise and not live with regret. It addresses past relationships and experiences that inspired its creation.
This document summarizes the events of Generation 2 in the author's Sims legacy challenge. It introduces the 4 children of Generation 1 - Paisley, Phoenix, Plum, and Petunia - and describes their careers and marriages. It then discusses the births of 8 children to Orchid: twin boys Lachesis and Leto, twin boys Poseidon and Persephone, and a girl Rhea. Stats and backstories are provided for each child. The document follows the children through toddler, child, and teen ages. Heir shots and brief bios are included at the end to wrap up Generation 2 before the story continues to Generation 3.
This document provides updates on various Sim families. Lydia Couderc passed away, leaving Mircea devastated. Bertram McClellan is enjoying being a toddler. Amy went to college but is now dating Perry. Jasmine and Jasper got married. Emmy and John's daughter Sarah Jane is growing up and wants to help with gardening. Caryl Miller is pregnant again despite her age. The families are going through typical life stages of marriage, children growing up, and new babies being born.
This document summarizes the events of Generation 3 in a Sims legacy challenge. It describes the heir Rhea having triplets and then twins, as well as Chippy wanting more children and having plant sim pod babies. The document follows the children through childhood and their preparations to leave for college. It concludes by teasing that Generation 4 will involve hijinks in college including inappropriate crushes, and shows that the legacy now has 62 flamingos in the yard.
The document provides an overview of events in a Sims household. It summarizes that the author is redoing chapters and feeling tired. They introduce their heir Orchid who had four votes to win and will bring the Quad Pod. Orchid gets various supernatural traits like being a witch and vampire. She then gives birth to quadruplets named Paisley, Petunia, Plum and Phoenix. The quadruplets are then vamped and find jobs before leaving. The summary introduces characters like Neil, Becca and Count Helios. It concludes by teasing the birth of the next generation.
Bart becomes the new leader of the monastery after Abbott passes away. As the new leader, Bart allows Tyrone to stay at the monastery despite breaking rules by having children with Matthias. Matthias admits he was not actually allowed to drink the fertility potion but wanted to start a family. Bart takes a more lenient approach than Abbott as the new leader.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Rapunzel 1animeangel1983
Grandpa called a family meeting to discuss important family matters. At the meeting, it is revealed that Fricorith had a vision while in Egypt of another version of himself that was a vampire. This leads the family to disclose more secrets, including that Fricorith was previously dead and resurrected by Ella, and that Atreyu's mother was actually from the rare Ether clan. Rapunzel feels frustrated that she cannot do more to help resolve the family's ongoing conflict with the council over Fricorith's bottle-born status. Elsa and others plan to investigate leads on getting a fifth vote from one of the clans in Dragon Valley.
Arc-en-Ciel: A Sims 3 Rainbowcy, Episode 8animeangel1983
Venus spent time in Egypt helping a local man by retrieving papers, but it led to unwittingly assisting the shady Morcucorp corporation. She then had to locate three artifacts buried in dangerous pyramids, facing traps, steam, and mummies. Though successful, the trip made Venus miss her family, including her new son Phobos, and late father. She was glad to return home to Dragon Valley, though looks forward to Carrot's tale with the first member of the Yellow generation.
Taylor Swift wrote and produced her fourth studio album Speak Now to address unsaid words and regretted moments from her past. The album contains open letters to ex-lovers and others who have impacted her life. She wrote the songs as imagined conversations to tell them what she wished she said. The album encourages listeners to speak up when important moments arise and not live with regret. It addresses past relationships and experiences that inspired its creation.
This document summarizes the events of Generation 2 in the author's Sims legacy challenge. It introduces the 4 children of Generation 1 - Paisley, Phoenix, Plum, and Petunia - and describes their careers and marriages. It then discusses the births of 8 children to Orchid: twin boys Lachesis and Leto, twin boys Poseidon and Persephone, and a girl Rhea. Stats and backstories are provided for each child. The document follows the children through toddler, child, and teen ages. Heir shots and brief bios are included at the end to wrap up Generation 2 before the story continues to Generation 3.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Elsa 1animeangel1983
- Mother has had no luck finding another witch clan to help save Fricorith from losing his powers. Father plans to take Fricorith to Egypt to find the Wind or Water Clan.
- Everyone keeps telling Fricorith he needs to go to Egypt to be cleansed by the Ether Clan, who can undo mind fogging, but he doesn't remember doing anything wrong.
- Atreyu is half Ether Clan and can help Fricorith find them, but recent deaths in the family mean no one is ready to travel to Egypt yet.
The song expresses the singer's deep love for someone and their willingness to do anything for them. Some of the things mentioned are offering comfort during hard times, holding the person for a million years, going without food or enduring physical pain, and crawling down the street for them. It conveys the message that the singer's love is unconditional and eternal.
Wally Doran hosts a bachelor challenge with several simself volunteers. Rose aggressively pursues Wally, hovering near him on dates and stealing kisses. Lauri realizes she must increase her efforts to surpass Rose's high relationship score. Fire also steps up her game to avoid elimination. As the challenge progresses, the women vie for Wally's attention through flirting, kissing, and quality time to improve their scores and chances of winning the competition.
Timothy has developed feelings for his long-time friend Sarah Jane. When Ryan bets Timothy $20 that he won't kiss Sarah Jane, she encourages Timothy to accept for their college fund. They share a kiss.
Emmy and Jon celebrate their anniversary with a romantic dinner and dancing, rekindling their love. Later, Emmy passes away peacefully with her family by her side.
Tyrone graduates college and moves back home, still seeking love. He remains unsure of his romantic preferences. However, an unexpected encounter may help him find love in an unexpected place.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Elsa 5animeangel1983
Rapunzel is coming of age and wants to explore the world outside her home, but her mother will not allow her to leave except to go to school. Rapunzel feels trapped and plans to sneak out once she is older to see what is beyond their new home in Dragon Valley. Her grandmother Aurora encourages her not to be too hard on her mother, who has always been self-conscious about her powers.
The Tenth Circle of Hell: A Rainbow Sins Challenge, Angel 2animeangel1983
Parker, a witch, arrives through a portal on an island called Barnacle Bay seeking someone steeped in sin. Parker meets Yui Kirigaya, the heiress of the mansion, who is welcoming and excited to meet another witch. Parker explains they are from an alternate reality and needs help with the Empty Queen. Yui and her brother Eugeo, who has created a successful robot named A-4, agree to help Parker with their quest.
Ferdie awakens on his last morning at home before heading off to university. He double checks his dorm assignment and scholarships. His parents stay up late talking to him, giving him advice from their own university experiences. Ferdie decides to take his grandfather's keys to the family lake house without permission. He says goodbye to his dog Laddie and loads up to leave for university with his friend Tina.
Ruth welcomes the reader back to her Boolprop challenge. She spent time with her new niece instead of playing Sims. Last time, Ruth married Ryan and had a baby. Ryan started a kitchen fire but no one was hurt. They welcomed their new grandson Old Adam. Unfortunately, Aren did not get to meet his grandson before passing away at over 70.
Clear, the founder of the Arc-en-Ciel family, passes away at the age of 115 days. Her daughter Pom-Pom, a famous singer, and grandson Carrot, the new heir, are distraught by her death. With Clear gone, Pom-Pom, her husband Blair, and step-daughter Shea remain at the family home to care for the garden. The chapter ends with Carrot and his sisters Venus and Peach heading off to college, passing the family legacy to the new Orange generation. The next chapter will focus on the kids' time in college.
Harkon's college years are summarized in three chapters. In his sophomore year, he dates Curtis but questions if he is his perfect match. Anne interferes in Harkon's love life which backfires. In his junior year, Harkon continues communicating online with a mysterious friend who knows personal details about him. Harkon questions if this friend could be his destiny. By senior year, Harkon remains unsure if he has found his perfect match.
Ferdie prepares to leave for university on his last morning at home. His parents are proud of him but remind him they are still there for him if he needs. That night, Ferdie takes the keys to the family lake house without permission. The next morning, he says goodbye to his dog Laddie before leaving with his family. The transition to university brings changes both for individuals and relationships as young adults gain independence and explore new interests and connections. Emelda breaks up with her longtime boyfriend Elm, feeling he has taken her for granted. He is upset by the breakup and goes out drinking with friends to cope.
Taylor Swift - 1989 (Karaoke) Digital BookletGabeExplosion
This document contains the lyrics to Taylor Swift's 2014 album "1989". The lyrics describe themes of personal growth, changing relationships, moving to New York City, and learning life lessons. They tell stories of love, heartbreak, independence and finding oneself through constant change. The lyrics reference both past and new musical influences and styles.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Rapunzel 3animeangel1983
The document describes Rapunzel White fulfilling her duty as the heiress to help her family by undergoing an ominous task for the Reaper. She gives birth to twins, fulfilling her goal of having a daughter to continue the matrilineal line. Her children grow up on her estate with their many siblings as she hopes they can uncover the mystery of their ancestor Prince Nimetz.
Fyrtle Myrtle: A 16th Birthday Challenge, Part 2animeangel1983
This document summarizes the progress made in a Sims 3 challenge where the goal is to have 16 babies. It discusses that the player is now at the halfway point with 4 toddlers aged up. It introduces the toddlers Percy, Oliver, Rose, and Pera. It also discusses that Okami became a werewolf as the teens Bentley and Oren age up. Computer issues have threatened to interrupt the challenge.
March of the Flamingoes: A Sims 3 OWBC, Chapter 1animeangel1983
Chance Buckner, a purple-haired surfer dude, moves to Isla Paradiso with the lifetime wish to be a Fairy Tale Finder. He struggles at first to learn surfing and build skills. Chance meets Lilah Turni and they quickly fall in love and get married. Lilah moves in with Chance and they have their first child, a daughter named Brianna Buckner, continuing Chance's quest to fulfill his lifetime wish.
The document discusses the progress of the Sims legacy challenge being played. It summarizes that the Yellow generation kids are now teens and young adults, and mentions some of their relationships and children. It also previews that in the next session, the Yellow gen kids will each receive dragon eggs to raise their own dragons.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Rapunzel 2animeangel1983
Rapunzel asks Corren from the Swamp Clan if he will go to the prom with her after being encouraged by her family to get to know him better in hopes he can help rebuild the witch bloodline. Corren accepts her invitation to the prom, making Rapunzel happy. The Wind Clan representatives have been interviewing Rapunzel's family to determine if they will give their vote to allow her grandfather to keep his fairy powers.
Arc-en-Ciel: A Sims 3 Rainbowcy, Episode 25animeangel1983
Radish, a new addition to the family from the past, joins the Arcenciel household and begins studying mystic healing under his father Tanzanite. Radish practices his new skills by playfully cursing and curing Sims in Bridgeport until he achieves his dream of becoming a mystic healer. Meanwhile, the heiress Hydrangea forcibly turns her brother Violet into a werewolf despite his protests. The family is nearing the end of their legacy challenge and will soon move to their final destination of Isla Paradiso for a tropical paradise.
Arc-en-Ciel: A Sims 3 Rainbowcy, Episode 20animeangel1983
This document provides an update on the Sims legacy of the author. It summarizes that the last generation was green, and the heir's great-granddaughter Tanzanite is the first Sims 3 Reaper spawn. The children Iris, Acai, and Tanzanite are now growing up, with Iris displaying insane tendencies like wanting to burn plants. Tanzanite needs to find a spouse to continue the legacy in the next town. The document also mentions catching up on gameplay and issues finding a good name for the upcoming indigo generation chapter.
The document discusses several key themes of biology including how we know an organism is alive, cell structure and function, reproduction, metabolism, homeostasis, heredity, evolution, natural selection, and interdependence. It also discusses how science has improved our lives through topics like saving the environment, food supply, the human genome project, and fighting disease. The scientific process of making observations, asking questions, collecting data, designing experiments with hypotheses, controls, and variables is also outlined.
Already in Progress, Chapter 47: Setting the Stageesme iolanthe
1) Four teens named Jo, Anastasia, Rebecca, and Cecil go off to college together.
2) Anastasia kisses her friend Cecil but finds it weird since he used to kiss her sister.
3) Rebecca is good at convincing others to do her homework and quickly decides to major in psychology.
4) Jo befriends many students based on their fashionable llama jackets but one student mistakes her friendship for romance.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Elsa 1animeangel1983
- Mother has had no luck finding another witch clan to help save Fricorith from losing his powers. Father plans to take Fricorith to Egypt to find the Wind or Water Clan.
- Everyone keeps telling Fricorith he needs to go to Egypt to be cleansed by the Ether Clan, who can undo mind fogging, but he doesn't remember doing anything wrong.
- Atreyu is half Ether Clan and can help Fricorith find them, but recent deaths in the family mean no one is ready to travel to Egypt yet.
The song expresses the singer's deep love for someone and their willingness to do anything for them. Some of the things mentioned are offering comfort during hard times, holding the person for a million years, going without food or enduring physical pain, and crawling down the street for them. It conveys the message that the singer's love is unconditional and eternal.
Wally Doran hosts a bachelor challenge with several simself volunteers. Rose aggressively pursues Wally, hovering near him on dates and stealing kisses. Lauri realizes she must increase her efforts to surpass Rose's high relationship score. Fire also steps up her game to avoid elimination. As the challenge progresses, the women vie for Wally's attention through flirting, kissing, and quality time to improve their scores and chances of winning the competition.
Timothy has developed feelings for his long-time friend Sarah Jane. When Ryan bets Timothy $20 that he won't kiss Sarah Jane, she encourages Timothy to accept for their college fund. They share a kiss.
Emmy and Jon celebrate their anniversary with a romantic dinner and dancing, rekindling their love. Later, Emmy passes away peacefully with her family by her side.
Tyrone graduates college and moves back home, still seeking love. He remains unsure of his romantic preferences. However, an unexpected encounter may help him find love in an unexpected place.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Elsa 5animeangel1983
Rapunzel is coming of age and wants to explore the world outside her home, but her mother will not allow her to leave except to go to school. Rapunzel feels trapped and plans to sneak out once she is older to see what is beyond their new home in Dragon Valley. Her grandmother Aurora encourages her not to be too hard on her mother, who has always been self-conscious about her powers.
The Tenth Circle of Hell: A Rainbow Sins Challenge, Angel 2animeangel1983
Parker, a witch, arrives through a portal on an island called Barnacle Bay seeking someone steeped in sin. Parker meets Yui Kirigaya, the heiress of the mansion, who is welcoming and excited to meet another witch. Parker explains they are from an alternate reality and needs help with the Empty Queen. Yui and her brother Eugeo, who has created a successful robot named A-4, agree to help Parker with their quest.
Ferdie awakens on his last morning at home before heading off to university. He double checks his dorm assignment and scholarships. His parents stay up late talking to him, giving him advice from their own university experiences. Ferdie decides to take his grandfather's keys to the family lake house without permission. He says goodbye to his dog Laddie and loads up to leave for university with his friend Tina.
Ruth welcomes the reader back to her Boolprop challenge. She spent time with her new niece instead of playing Sims. Last time, Ruth married Ryan and had a baby. Ryan started a kitchen fire but no one was hurt. They welcomed their new grandson Old Adam. Unfortunately, Aren did not get to meet his grandson before passing away at over 70.
Clear, the founder of the Arc-en-Ciel family, passes away at the age of 115 days. Her daughter Pom-Pom, a famous singer, and grandson Carrot, the new heir, are distraught by her death. With Clear gone, Pom-Pom, her husband Blair, and step-daughter Shea remain at the family home to care for the garden. The chapter ends with Carrot and his sisters Venus and Peach heading off to college, passing the family legacy to the new Orange generation. The next chapter will focus on the kids' time in college.
Harkon's college years are summarized in three chapters. In his sophomore year, he dates Curtis but questions if he is his perfect match. Anne interferes in Harkon's love life which backfires. In his junior year, Harkon continues communicating online with a mysterious friend who knows personal details about him. Harkon questions if this friend could be his destiny. By senior year, Harkon remains unsure if he has found his perfect match.
Ferdie prepares to leave for university on his last morning at home. His parents are proud of him but remind him they are still there for him if he needs. That night, Ferdie takes the keys to the family lake house without permission. The next morning, he says goodbye to his dog Laddie before leaving with his family. The transition to university brings changes both for individuals and relationships as young adults gain independence and explore new interests and connections. Emelda breaks up with her longtime boyfriend Elm, feeling he has taken her for granted. He is upset by the breakup and goes out drinking with friends to cope.
Taylor Swift - 1989 (Karaoke) Digital BookletGabeExplosion
This document contains the lyrics to Taylor Swift's 2014 album "1989". The lyrics describe themes of personal growth, changing relationships, moving to New York City, and learning life lessons. They tell stories of love, heartbreak, independence and finding oneself through constant change. The lyrics reference both past and new musical influences and styles.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Rapunzel 3animeangel1983
The document describes Rapunzel White fulfilling her duty as the heiress to help her family by undergoing an ominous task for the Reaper. She gives birth to twins, fulfilling her goal of having a daughter to continue the matrilineal line. Her children grow up on her estate with their many siblings as she hopes they can uncover the mystery of their ancestor Prince Nimetz.
Fyrtle Myrtle: A 16th Birthday Challenge, Part 2animeangel1983
This document summarizes the progress made in a Sims 3 challenge where the goal is to have 16 babies. It discusses that the player is now at the halfway point with 4 toddlers aged up. It introduces the toddlers Percy, Oliver, Rose, and Pera. It also discusses that Okami became a werewolf as the teens Bentley and Oren age up. Computer issues have threatened to interrupt the challenge.
March of the Flamingoes: A Sims 3 OWBC, Chapter 1animeangel1983
Chance Buckner, a purple-haired surfer dude, moves to Isla Paradiso with the lifetime wish to be a Fairy Tale Finder. He struggles at first to learn surfing and build skills. Chance meets Lilah Turni and they quickly fall in love and get married. Lilah moves in with Chance and they have their first child, a daughter named Brianna Buckner, continuing Chance's quest to fulfill his lifetime wish.
The document discusses the progress of the Sims legacy challenge being played. It summarizes that the Yellow generation kids are now teens and young adults, and mentions some of their relationships and children. It also previews that in the next session, the Yellow gen kids will each receive dragon eggs to raise their own dragons.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Rapunzel 2animeangel1983
Rapunzel asks Corren from the Swamp Clan if he will go to the prom with her after being encouraged by her family to get to know him better in hopes he can help rebuild the witch bloodline. Corren accepts her invitation to the prom, making Rapunzel happy. The Wind Clan representatives have been interviewing Rapunzel's family to determine if they will give their vote to allow her grandfather to keep his fairy powers.
Arc-en-Ciel: A Sims 3 Rainbowcy, Episode 25animeangel1983
Radish, a new addition to the family from the past, joins the Arcenciel household and begins studying mystic healing under his father Tanzanite. Radish practices his new skills by playfully cursing and curing Sims in Bridgeport until he achieves his dream of becoming a mystic healer. Meanwhile, the heiress Hydrangea forcibly turns her brother Violet into a werewolf despite his protests. The family is nearing the end of their legacy challenge and will soon move to their final destination of Isla Paradiso for a tropical paradise.
Arc-en-Ciel: A Sims 3 Rainbowcy, Episode 20animeangel1983
This document provides an update on the Sims legacy of the author. It summarizes that the last generation was green, and the heir's great-granddaughter Tanzanite is the first Sims 3 Reaper spawn. The children Iris, Acai, and Tanzanite are now growing up, with Iris displaying insane tendencies like wanting to burn plants. Tanzanite needs to find a spouse to continue the legacy in the next town. The document also mentions catching up on gameplay and issues finding a good name for the upcoming indigo generation chapter.
The document discusses several key themes of biology including how we know an organism is alive, cell structure and function, reproduction, metabolism, homeostasis, heredity, evolution, natural selection, and interdependence. It also discusses how science has improved our lives through topics like saving the environment, food supply, the human genome project, and fighting disease. The scientific process of making observations, asking questions, collecting data, designing experiments with hypotheses, controls, and variables is also outlined.
Already in Progress, Chapter 47: Setting the Stageesme iolanthe
1) Four teens named Jo, Anastasia, Rebecca, and Cecil go off to college together.
2) Anastasia kisses her friend Cecil but finds it weird since he used to kiss her sister.
3) Rebecca is good at convincing others to do her homework and quickly decides to major in psychology.
4) Jo befriends many students based on their fashionable llama jackets but one student mistakes her friendship for romance.
Sally catches up with a friend, reminiscing about how her cat Tom is getting older and slower. She reflects on how her daughter Tamara has grown from a sweet little girl to a teenager, making Sally feel old. Though the changes are hard, Sally acknowledges that time continues to pass for all.
This document discusses using bottle tops as a provocation for early childhood learning and development. It provides background on how bottle tops can stimulate children's thinking and imagination in various indoor and outdoor activities. Safety considerations are outlined for using bottle tops, which are presented as an open-ended material that promotes learning across different subject areas. The document advocates for bottle tops as a sustainable resource that introduces children to environmental education concepts.
Already In Progress, Chapter 48: Lights! Camera! Action!esme iolanthe
Sally finishes writing a new episode of her TV show but had writer's block. Her home is also burglarized but no one is hurt. She deals with other distractions like her husband Troy injuring himself trying to fix appliances. The chapter then shows clips from Sally's TV show featuring the characters Goldberg and Silent Lady.
The document provides an update on several Sim households. At the Miller household, Isaac has settled in well and helped plan a winter luau that devolved into a kicky bag party. Frederic may have accidentally agreed to foster parenting. At the Couderc farm, Fantine has handed over ownership of the farm stand to Chant as she ages. Penny learned to use the potty and Skye grew up at Buttercup's house.
Already in Progress, Chapter 43: Complaint Department. What's YOUR Problem?esme iolanthe
This document provides an update on the story "Already in Progress" and introduces several characters. It summarizes events in the lives of Descartes Tsvirkunov and his daughters Anastasia and Rebecca. It also introduces Sally Couderc and her return from backpacking with Troy. The document continues introducing more characters and their relationships while providing colorful commentary.
The document provides an overview of events in the author's Sims neighborhood after a rebuild. Some Sims look the same while others' features were difficult to recreate. The author asks for forgiveness. Matt is delighted to find his skin has returned through a "miracle." However, the Grim Reaper arrives to take Tyrone. Though Matt pleads for him to stay, Tyrone must go. Life moves on as the children go to college. Other Sims pursue new opportunities or relationships. The author provides updates on multiple families in a few sentences each to summarize what has happened since the rebuild.
This chapter provides an update on Demeter Deity, who has moved out of The Creator's Dwelling and is settling into her new home and garden. She hits it off with Pascal Curious and they later get married. Demeter becomes pregnant on her wedding night. The chapter also introduces the new generation of placeholder Sims attending university, including Demeter's daughter Artemis. Roche Buccaneer reveals his plan to break the family curse by contacting the ghost of Anthony Greaves through a GrimPhone to discover what he desires.
The document provides an update on the lives of various Sim characters. It describes Harkon getting engaged to Nirel, whom he met online, after searching for clues in Andre Norton books. Tirtha decides to move in with her friend Trixie to escape living with family. The story catches the reader up on the characters and their new developments in a lighthearted and conversational style.
This document provides an overview of several storylines within a Sims game. It introduces Simon, who had an ectopic pregnancy, and his daughter Sally. It also mentions Charlotte and Dante bringing home friends from school, including redheaded girls. Finally, it notes some strange glitches occurring, such as a breastfeeding censor blur involving Anne and Sally, suggesting a game rebuild is needed. The summary is wrapped up in 3 sentences or less.
A Boolprop Monster Mash Challenge: Chapter 14animeangel1983
The document discusses the aging up and development of the last generation of a Sims family. It describes various family members teaching toddlers to talk and interacting with their grandchildren. It also covers two elders, Triton and Medusa, passing away, leaving the family home with only seven Sims again. The writer expresses their excitement to finish this final generation and earn medals before starting a new game.
Terry is approached in a cafe by a mysterious woman who claims to be psychic. She tells Terry that he will never be truly happy living with his family in Simfield, as he will never be able to have children of his own. She offers for Terry to leave Simfield and start a new family elsewhere, with some rules to follow. However, Terry is hesitant to leave while his murderous sister Kimmy is still alive and a potential threat. The woman insists she has a plan to deal with Kimmy so Terry does not need to worry. Terry remains skeptical but interested in the woman's proposal.
This document provides an update on the Discworld Legacy family and introduces Dibbler's first year at university. It summarizes that Dibbler has arrived at university and gotten settled in, doing his term paper early so he can focus on having fun. He believes he won't need a matchmaker to find love as there is a girl he keeps running into and is deciding whether to pursue a relationship with her. The document switches perspectives between different family members to give updates on their lives.
The document provides context for a story being told over multiple chapters. It introduces characters experiencing hardships like a death in the family and relationship struggles. The story involves teenage characters dealing with grown-up topics, and characters attempting to find purpose and healing in different ways such as through family and hobbies.
- Ryan has become a toddler who enjoys toddler activities like trying to fit shapes in holes and refusing potty training.
- Timmy's grades were falling until he got glasses and chose a Harry Potter-esque pair.
- Amy has discovered that boys are interesting, though her current crush isn't ideal due to negative chemistry and resemblance to her father.
Ruth's (u)OWBC: Rising Early in the Morningesme iolanthe
1) The document provides an update on the Boolprop challenge household, recapping relationships and careers.
2) It describes events that occurred over several in-game days, including Sims obtaining career rewards, births, and maintaining the family business.
3) Significant events included Phoebe getting married in an elaborate wedding funded by her grandfather, and Rose deciding to delay her wedding until her fiancé is ready.
Ruth's (u)OWBC: A Laughing Boy But Yesterdayesme iolanthe
This summary provides an overview of the key events and characters in 3 sentences:
The chapter introduces Chant, the new plantbaby of the Family Plantsim, and follows the stories of various household members, including Adam getting fired from his teaching job for reporting another teacher's unethical practices. Myrna, Adam, and Buttercup age up while the twins Leila and Lisa leave for university, though some have trouble sleeping after they depart. The chapter ends by teasing that the next will have more plot events involving Jo and Cecil.
Skye's dog finds a bone while digging in the rain. She later goes out for burgers with her friend Tamara. At home, Skye decides she needs to have babies but is unimpressed with the men at the restaurant. She ends up having a brief encounter with Dawson Seiff to try for babies.
The Squeaky Clean Legacy, Chapter 5.2: Goodygirls, The Sequelprofessorbutters
The chapter introduces the four candidates for heiress of the Squeaky Clean Legacy - Moonbeam, Delightful, Sunny, and Wolf Gal. They are attending college and pursuing relationships and careers. Sunny gets engaged to Publius Numantius from another legacy. Wolf Gal gets engaged to Derek. Delightful gets engaged to Professor Popularity, though she has feelings for other women. The girls work on skills and aspirations while preparing for the heir poll.
Already in Progress, Chapter 45: The Age of the Reaperesme iolanthe
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This summary provides an overview of the Polyamory Project Challenge document:
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Bertie's teenage son Albert is rebelling against his rock star father's unconventional values by dressing more conservatively and calling Bertie "Father" instead of "Dad". Meanwhile, Bertie's wife Corey remains frustrated with his polyamorous relationships but has reconciled with him by choosing to cuddle and talk rather than engage in other activities. Albert's rebellion and Corey's decision to work on her relationship with Bertie have helped improve the household dynamics compared to previous tensions.
This document summarizes Bertie's attempt at a polyamory challenge to romance multiple Sims and earn points. In the last round, Bertie earned 5 points from one romantic interaction but points were lost from arguments. This round, Bertie plans to have his Sim grow high-quality strawberries to use their effects to earn more points through romantic interactions, despite various challenges like all Sims being furious and working at the same time.
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Bertie and Corey have reconciled after difficulties in their relationship. Corey apologized and said he wanted to try again with Bertie. They rekindled their romance, though bringing their son Albert along on a drive. Bertie is committed to treating all his partners equally, and spends quality time with Albert. The household dynamics remain complex as Bertie juggles multiple relationships.
Bertie proposes marriage to Corey in an attempt to prove he is special. Corey agrees on the condition of a prenuptial agreement capping the number of lovers Bertie can have at four. Meanwhile, Bertie woohoos with Vanessa while Zenon is present. Bertie later woohoos with another lover, Robert Steele, earning points in the polyamory challenge. The chapter ends with the possibility of twins being born to one of the household members.
Bertie McClellan is participating in a polyamory challenge where he must court and fall in love with multiple sims. He moves his boyfriend Corey and girlfriend Vanessa into his home. Corey is unhappy about sharing Bertie with Vanessa, causing arguments. Bertie apologizes profusely to Corey and Vanessa to try to smooth things over. The relationships remain complicated as Bertie balances caring for multiple partners.
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This summary provides an overview of the key events in the document:
1) Ruth gives birth to a baby boy named Oakapple after a difficult pregnancy.
2) Old Adam ages into a toddler during the birth.
3) Heather Raymond steals the family gnome and then insults them, angering the narrator.
4) The heir poll is now open for votes to determine the next generation of the family.
1. Hello, everyone! Welcome back to Already in Progress! It’s the
only story that starts in the middle! And it’s got a picture of a
penguin trying to reach fish on the cover!
I have to apologize for my less-than-stellar update record of
late. I was moving. When I finished moving, it was
Thanksgiving – time to travel. When I got back, Boolprop was
moving! But now that everyone’s moved and the dust is mostly
settling at the new forum, I decided to be sure and finish up a
chapter for you.
I hope you remember what happened last time, because I am
terrible at recaps. And anyway, our story is always Already in
Progress…
2. I thought the flu epidemic was over at the Couderc-Littledragon
house, but apparently I thought wrong. A visit from the
exterminator took care of the original source of the infection,
but unfortunately did nothing to stop the person-to-person
transmission. There’s a pregnant woman in the house, and she
cannot get sick under any circumstances.
3. Desperate times call for desperate measures, and the household
went into Quarantine Lockdown. All infected Sims were locked
in a room containing all the necessities of life, and were kept in
the room until I got the popup announcing that they were
healthy again. Then, and only then, was the door unlocked.
In retrospect, they might have healed faster if I had put sinks in
the room to dispose of the dishes instead of trashcans. Anne in
particular kept trying to take the trash out and then dropping it
into a big smelly roach-attracting pile on the floor when it
turned out the door was – surprise, surprise! – locked.
4. Lucy recovered in world-record time, and neither Sally nor
Troy took sick. Since Sally was usually either asleep or peeing,
Lucy and Troy had a lot of time together.
LUCY: Listen, you. What do you think you’re going to do
about my daughter and her baby?
TROY: Er, I was thinking that I can’t handle the midnight
feedings, but if Sally pumps, I’ll take the day shift so she can
sleep. (notices Lucy’s face) That wasn’t what you were asking
about, was it?
LUCY: What are you going to do about giving the baby a
name?
TROY: I’ve always liked Imani, but Sally says she wants to
name the baby after me if it’s a girl and after her if it’s a boy –
That wasn’t what you were asking about either, was it?
5. LUCY: What are you going to do about a last name?
TROY: Oh, well, the baby will be a Langerak, like me. (checks
for Lucy’s reaction) Er, won’t it?
LUCY (satisfied): I’m so glad we agree! I knew you’d do the
right thing. (hugs Troy, not entirely gently) Eventually. With
guidance.
TROY (as Lucy walks away): Oooookay. What was that all
about?
6. TROY: Sally, there’s something I want to ask you…
SALLY (distressed): Oh no. You’ve been talking to my mother,
haven’t you?
TROY (uncertainly): Ye-es. But I thought you’d be happy!
SALLY: I would be! It’s just – look, you don’t have to do
anything you don’t want to. I love you, and I’m happy to keep
on as we are if you’d prefer. We can get our own place if you
don’t want Mom to keep nagging you about “making an honest
woman of me.”
TROY (as light dawns): Ohhhhh, is that what she was going on
about?
SALLY: …You’re not asking because Mom strong-armed you
into it?
TROY: No. I’m asking because I love you and I want to be
with you.
7. SALLY: Then yes! Yes! Yes! (sniffles, then throws herself at
Troy and begins covering his face with kisses)
TROY: (staggers) Oooof! Warn me next time you want to do
that, okay? It – (kisses Sally back as she lands a kiss on his
mouth) I mean, your center of – (again) Of gravity isn’t – (and
again) Isn’t – (and again) Oh, system crash with it! (gives up
talking in favor of kissing)
8. Sally Couderc is now… well, Sally Couderc, actually, since she
didn’t want to change her name. But she’s a married woman,
and can now call herself “Mrs. Couderc” if she wants to.
Sally and Troy have agreed that the baby will be a Langerak.
9. And speaking of the baby, we’re about to find out what it is!
Sally would have to give birth in the bathroom. (sarcastically)
It’s not like there are any other rooms in the house or anything.
SALLY: No, it’s huff puff written: “ImportantLifeEvent” ugh
“ImportantLifeEv- Even-” aaaaaaugh “equals” owwwwww
“eq- eq- equals GoTo – ” AAAAAAAAAAAAA!
TROYYYYYY!
10. But it was all worthwhile in the end. Meet Tamara Langerak!
In the Jewish naming tradition to “name after” someone means
that you start the child’s name with the same letter, and I’ve
always liked that tradition better than the one in which you just
give the child the exact same name as whoever they’re named
after. So since Troy begins with a T, and so does Tamara,
Tamara actually is named after Troy. Traditionally, it’s bad
luck to name the child after someone living, but I’m not
worried.
11. Over at the Littledragon-Miller house, Sam has been busy
working out. Apparently she’s been consuming more calories
than she’s been burning lately.
12. Cathrynne has taken up the piano, just like her mother.
Honestly, I see very little of Dante in her except for her
tendency to ask people to dance with her. (I find that Nice
children ask to dance with older relatives more than Mean
ones.) Perhaps once she becomes a Teen it will be more
obvious.
13. Being Elders with a very Comfortable bed, Harkon and Nirel
are awake for large chunks of the night. This means that they
get to go on lots of late-night (or very early-morning) dates to
the park or the diner.
SERVER: Okay, that’s one bowl of chili and one – Yow! I’ll,
uh… I’ll just come back with the food in a minute, shall I?
16. Adam is not about to blithely take advantage of Amy’s
naturally affectionate tendencies, however.
ADAM: Sir, I wanted to talk to you about your daughter.
HARKON: Do you want to move in?
ADAM: Wow, that’s direct. Um, I’d like to be with Amy, and I
don’t really have a place to offer –
HARKON: You can’t move in. Sorry.
ADAM: But it would only be until I can get a job – !
HARKON: No, I mean you literally can’t move in. We have
five people and three cats already. Any more would violate city
ordinance.
17. So, in the interest of more space, Amy moved out and took
Latifah the cat with her.
18. She wasted no time in asking Adam to move in with her. He,
being an intelligent man with good taste, agreed.
19. Adam then wasted no time in showing that he is a good match
for Amy.
See? Neither of them has the sense to come in out of the rain.
It occurs to me that Adam and Amy both have repeat names:
There’s an Old Adam in Ruth’s, and there have been two Amys
in AiP already. If anyone has any suggestions for nicknames,
I’m all ears.
And speaking of Old Adam…
20. Leonid is proceeding with his “insurance” plan for Dmitri’s
future.
OLD ADAM: Capital! He will not do for my older daughters,
but I think he is of an age to make a match with my youngest,
Rose. She is four.
LEONID: Is good age difference. Wery suitable.
OLD ADAM: I have always thought so.* Truly, I cannot get
over how noble his nose is!
*Both Old Adam and Leonid are married to women older than themselves.
Old Adam comes from Ruth’s (un)Officially Wacky Boolprop Challenge,
which you should definitely check out. [/shameless self-promotion]
21. OLD ADAM: Then we are agreed: when they have both
graduated University, Dmitri and Rose shall marry. If the
marriage does not go through as planned, there will be a heavy
forfeit.
LEONID: Is deal!
(The fathers shake hands, very pleased with themselves)
22. LEONID: Is wery good deal I made this afternoon, zaika.
Arranged marriage with nice girl and built in guarantee. (with
sudden worry) Oh dear – we are not specifying who will be
paying heavy forfeit. Is being us, I think.
TRIXIE: Why should we have to pay a heavy forfeit if his
rotten little girl doesn’t want to marry Dmitri?
LEONID: Oh, but look at him! Who is not wanting to marry
perfect angel like Dmitri! …Dmitri, stop strangling cat, please.
23. It wasn’t too much longer before the perfect angel Grew Up
Well.
In the hallway, you’ll notice, in front of his crib. Which he now
can’t sleep in.
24. This led to a little creative rearranging of the furniture. Now
everyone has a place to sleep, but it’s not ideal. For a start,
Ariadene will be a Teen soon, and she’ll probably want her own
room. Little brothers are notorious for their lack of
understanding and tact, particularly when it comes to new,
sensitive, girl-specific matters.
I’m sure I’ll think of something…
25. A better look at Child!Dmitri, because I think he’s gorgeous.
Sure, that looks like a flower on his shirt, but when you get
closer, you can see that it’s a radioactive teddy bear. Or
possibly a LEGO man exploding out of a chrysanthemum.
Well, that’s what it looks like to me, anyhow.
26. And because Ariadene and Abhijeet have not gotten enough
screen time this chapter, here’s a picture of them smustling.
Maybe it’s just me, but I prefer it when the smustle isn’t in
sync. Mostly when people dance a non-partner dance, the only
time they’re in sync is when they’re on Broadway.
27. Although perhaps Ariadene should have spent more time on her
schoolwork and less on her dancing. Her grades are slipping
pretty badly – I don’t think I’ve ever seen a Sim child wad up
their report card and them stomp on it before.
And speaking of slipping…
28. That’s exactly what Eileen is doing. I think Mifune’s death
tipped her over the edge, but she’s often only in the green
because I refuse to buy her yet another bar. Or a big fancy
vacation home the family will never use. Or a Sculpture
Costing At Least Twice The Money In The Family Bank
Account.
The store is still bleeding money. I had to sell furniture to be
able to pay the bills. I am not buying some huge ugly expensive
statue!
Obviously I am a big huge meanie.
29. Fortunately, Eileen rolled the Want to Earn Some Money. Also
fortunately, even earning $1 from the money tree counts. Crisis
averted!
I’m not going to add money trees as a regular part of this
household because I like that they’re losing money. It’s way too
easy to get the bank balance ridiculously high in this game.
30. Eileen and Charlie like to stand around and complain about
how terrible life is for them.
(scoffs) They’ve still got a fully-stocked indoor bar, don’t they?
And those curtains cost more than the rent on my apartment.
You know, a lot of families in their position would just
economize, maybe downsize. They could live comfortably off
the proceeds for quite a while. But noooooo, it’s stand around
and drink and talk about how I’m a big huge meanie. Which I
am not!
31. I make sure they get aspiration points! See?
For some reason, Charlie really likes to wash the dog…
32. Speaking of whom… Venus the dog is now an Elder.
Much as I like animals, I think the lifespan of pets is just too
darn long in this game. By the time they turn elder, I’ve pretty
much forgotten about them.
33. I’m sure you will all be please to hear that Oliver and
Oakapple’s little family is still doing well. The girls spend time
skilling, fishing, and gardening, while their fathers spend time
acting as if they have three bolts instead of one.
34. It may not look like much still, but the farm stand is doing very
well. One or the other of the girls is usually busy restocking
while the other one sells. Sometimes they have to take a break
from selling to run the register, but they never take a break from
restocking. After all, people can’t buy it if you don’t have it!
Saigon has reached her Silver Sales badge, I believe.
35. In fact, the farm stand is profitable enough that the family can
afford a plant light for the upstairs room in the farmhouse. Now
the girls won’t pass out on the lawn before morning. When they
earn a little extra money, I plan to put some sort of crafting
station up here, to build skills and keep them out of trouble at
night.
36. There was even enough money for our Family Sim to call the
Matchmaker for a date. She Wanted to Fall In Love, but given
the state of the family’s finances, we couldn’t afford more than
$20 for a date. Everyone knows that won’t get you good
chemistry.
37. But what it will get you is a little aspiration bump from the date
rerolls. The date ended up as Lame, but they did seem to get
along okay – this is just going to be a “let’s be friends”
relationship, I think.
Incidentally, if you ever wondered what the Coach wears when
he’s not on duty screaming at college students for being
slackers, this is it.
38. And speaking of the Matchmaker, let’s swing on by the house
of Oakapple’s sister Buttercup. As you can see, it’s on the small
side.
39. This became particularly relevant after Albert’s father’s
husband and girlfriend both died.*
ALBERT: Honey, I was thinking… We can’t leave Dad all
alone in that big old house of his.
BUTTERCUP: So we’re going to move in with him?
ALBERT: Nooo-ooo. Eight people and a dog rattled around in
that place when I was growing up. I was thinking that we could
find a new place, smaller than his but big enough for
everybody.
BUTTERCUP: Why, if he’s got a mansion paid for already?
ALBERT: The heating bills for that place routinely ran into
three digits a month. Sometimes four.
*Albert is originally from Everybody Loves Bertie; full details can be
found there.
40. And that is exactly what they did.
The green-skinned gentleman is Albert’s father Bertram
McClellan – Bertie for short. Those of you who have been
following Already in Progress for a while may remember him
from the cover of Chapter 12.
41. Bertie fit right in – he’d always been in touch with his family,
and they came to visit occasionally, so he was friends with
everyone already.
42. But Grampa and Jo have always been especially close.
JOSEPHINE: Grampa, do you think any boys will ever ask me
out?
BERTRAM: Of cowse they wiww! And wemembew, you’we
awwoed to ask them out too.
JOSEPHINE: I don’t know… What if they say no?
BERTRAM: Then they’we obviouswy mentawwy deficient.
But how’s about I hiwe the Matchmakew to find you a date,
just fow pwactice?
JOSEPHINE: Really?
BERTRAM: Weawwy. A $5,000 date, I think. Nothing but the
best fow my pwincess.
JOSEPHINE: (hugs Bertram exuberantly) Thank you, Grampa!
You’re the best!
43. The Matchmaker was duly summoned, and Jo paid top dollar
for her date. The Matchmaker provided her with vacation
townie Joe Grundstrom, made infamous by dicreasy’s Victorian
Legacy.
I decided to give him a chance anyway. After all, that all
happened in a past life. People can learn and grow.
44. Unfortunately, Joe Grundstrom is not one of those people.
JOE GRUNDSTROM: You like cute little puppies? Are you
crazy? There has got to be something severely wrong with you!
Besides which, they only had one bolt of chemistry. It’s a good
thing Bertie’s loaded.
45. Not that it mattered all that much – I stuffed his inventory full
of Expensive Stuff when he moved in, and on the last day of the
rotation, he proved that you can take it with you after all.
BERTRAM (delightedly): You packed fow me? You wock!
46. Bertram McClellan, 82 years old. Bertie was the lead singer of
Princes of Charming, and a loving partner to multiple people,
both male and female. Under normal circumstances, I would
never have considered a Polyamory Project Challenge, but it
seemed tailor-made for Bertie, and both he and I had fun with
it. When it was over, he made a pleasant addition to the B.
Shankel household, even if only for a little while.
Rest in peace, Bertie. We loved you.
47. Over at Casa Awesome, Abbey has put on a few pounds, which
doesn’t seem to bother Descartes a bit. Descartes has put on a
few pounds as well, but since they are pure muscle, they look
good on him.
48. Tim is within two skill points of achieving his LTW of Max
Seven Skills. He can get one more from eggplant juice, but he
has to earn the last one the old-fashioned way or the game
won’t recognize it. He’s still got time on his lifebar, so I’m sure
he’ll manage.
You may notice that Tim now looks different. I have a personal
policy of putting that old-person-type makeup on any Sim aged
80 or over, and Tim has hit that magic number. (Rock Gods and
Show Business Icons are exempt from this, since they probably
get plastic surgery. Tinsletown is notoriously unforgiving.) Tim
is the third Sim ever to qualify.
49. Rebecca the Romance Sim has been wasting no time in trying
to find someone to love. The family is loaded, so she’s perfectly
happy to pay the full amount for a date.
REBECCA: Oh please, Mrs. Matchmaker, make him tall, dark,
and handsome!
MATCHMAKER: For this kind of money you can tell me what
eye color you want, sweetie.
50. Cooper Go was indeed tall, dark, and handsome, just as
specified. He was also a complete jerk, with negative
chemistry.
Since there was obviously a glitch in the crystal ball, Rebecca
tried again.
51. The same objections applied to paperboy Abhijeet Wood.
ABHIJEET WOOD: You want me to tell you what my interests
are? Well, aren’t you nosy! Plus, your hairdo is stupid.
52. In fact, the only viable candidate thus far has been ubiquitous
sales clerk Ratna Miguel. He appears to be both Shy and Nice,
although I suppose he could just be Shy. Ratna and Rebecca
have a whopping one bolt of chemistry, and Rebecca actually
rolled the Want to Be Friends with Cooper while on the date, so
we will just have to monitor the situation.
53. Our last stop today is the home of Mr. Way-Too-Nice and his
Heavenly Bride, who are still equipped with three bolts.
I have to admit that I’m not so sure how to write this family, as
they are just so happy and functional all the time. The chores
get shared out fairly, Celeste and Eddie both drop everything if
Frederic needs help raising his Fun meter, and in return
Frederic does his homework with no fuss.
54. They even have autonomous Family Story Time in the
evenings!
55. In fact, the only cloud in Frederic’s sky right now is that his
two best friends from next door are now Teens and would
rather just chill on the swings instead of swinging on them.
56. But even that is not as bad as it could be, since the annoying
little kid across the street has suddenly turned into a big
interesting kid across the street – who likes to swing on the
swings.
On which happy thought I will leave you.
57. And one quick note for readers who are not familiar with Ruth’s
(un)Officially Wacky Boolprop Challenge and who may have
missed the joke: this would be why Old Adam is so taken with
Dmitri’s nose.
Until next time, Happy Simming!