Post by: Nindigo on August 07, 2021, 02:52:23 PM
Welcome to my personal table in the Tea Room that MrsFlynn has so graciously granted me.
Here, I will record bits and snippets from my play with my favored Sim families and their friends.
Below, you will find the contents of my journal.
I hope you enjoy the read, and do leave a comment if you have something on your mind.
Sincerely,
Nindigo
Post by: Nindigo on August 07, 2021, 02:53:03 PM
February 14, 2022 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg4509#msg4509) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
February 10, 2022 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg4426#msg4426) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
February 09, 2022 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg4420#msg4420) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
(Old Posts)
October 17, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3962#msg3962) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
October 16, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3936#msg3936) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
October 03, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3730#msg3730) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
October 01, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3714#msg3714) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
September 19, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3597#msg3597) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
September 09, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3391#msg3391) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
September 08, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3359#msg3359) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
September 07, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3328#msg3328) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
September 05, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3295#msg3295) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
September 03, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3255#msg3255) - Royal Alvi Family
September 02, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3228#msg3228) - Royal Alvi Family
August 31, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3191#msg3191) - Royal Alvi Family
August 29, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3175#msg3175) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
August 27, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3144#msg3144) - Monte Vista, Ferrari Family
August 21, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg3020#msg3020) - Monte Vista, Ferrari Family
August 19, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg2982#msg2982) - Monte Vista, Ferrari Family
August 18, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg2939#msg2939) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
August 18, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg2897#msg2897) - Twinbrook, Alvi Family
August 11, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg2738#msg2738) - Appaloosa Plains, Alvi Family
August 10, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg2706#msg2706) - Royal Alvi Family
August 08, 2021 (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg2637#msg2637) - Appaloosa Plains, Alvi Family
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 07, 2021, 03:02:55 PM
Unfortunately your journal seems to be locked. :(
Post by: Nindigo on August 07, 2021, 03:36:47 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 07, 2021, 03:53:24 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 08, 2021, 03:32:52 AM
The first update is not about the Alvis ::)
MrsFlynn had one of my favorite Sims and his wife lying around in a folder with my name on it and kindly sent them my way. It is Apollo Bloom, a premade from the city of Bridgeport which came with the Late Night expansion pack, and Kassie, who is one of MrsFlynn's own Sims. I did a little bit of shining up of Apollo, then moved him and Kassie into the Cinnamon House that I built yesterday.
Let's be honest, I think it is fun to play with genetics in The Sims 3. That is why I have a host of Alvi offspring and family members saved to my OneDrive (I'm so relieved that I remembered to upload them before I went on my emotional-crisis deletion spree). Thus, first order of business after settling Mr. and Mrs. Bloom was to pollinate Kassie, meaning a little nugget is now on its way - yay!
Post by: Nindigo on August 09, 2021, 08:53:08 AM
It is Sunday in-game, so I'm waiting for tomorrow's daycare work to start. I think the Omni plant opportunity chain for VJ has become stuck or something. On a related note, almost all of his grapes are of perfect quality now and the rest of the garden as well. Maybe I can finally start to make nectar soon.
I have moved in several of my old Alvi fams. This batch is much younger (and alive even) than those from the recent save I found. But it also means that a lot of family members haven't been born and never will be. The mind-boggling paradox of parallel simverses :o
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 09, 2021, 09:15:51 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 09, 2021, 09:35:18 PM
So, in my original Alvi save, VJ and Miraj has twelve kids by way of biological engineering granted by the Into The Future expansion pack:
1. Amir
2. Jamal
3. Nimah
4. Elyas
5. Harun
6. Daniyal
7. Zaki
8. Musa
9. Manar
10. Vajahat
11. Hanuna (currently a teenager)
12. Nadira (currently a toddler)
On the side, Miraj was abducted twice by different aliens and has had:
1. Jayyed
2. Ewa (currently a toddler)
To-do list:
I want to have a copy of everybody as young adults saved and their picture.
Notes:
I didn't use the Random Genetics mod for any of these offspring. Instead, I used the NRaas Story Progression Population module which does a bit of the same, namely making offspring inherit different variations of the parents' features instead of directly copied sections of their faces. There is also a non-mod based percentage chance of offspring receiving a mutation of some kind - a new hair color, skintone, eye color, etc. All very interesting to someone like me and the reason my Sims have many kids. From now on, however, I will be using the Random Genetics mod since I won't be using NRaas Story Progression anymore (I think!).
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 09, 2021, 09:44:51 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 09, 2021, 11:52:14 PM
At some point, though, I gave up controlling the naming of the unplayed Alvi households. Sometimes, I was lucky in that the game chose an Arabic or Arabic sounding name for offspring, but the youngest nuggets do tend to have English sounding names.
Thanks!
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 10, 2021, 07:51:06 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 10, 2021, 07:53:55 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 10, 2021, 08:08:28 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 10, 2021, 02:27:34 PM
Piccies will be posted, of course :)
Update
She had quadruplets. Three girls and one boy.
Post by: Nindigo on August 11, 2021, 09:12:43 AM
On Leisure Day, just as VJ and Miraj arrived at the Bloom residence, Kassie gave birth to hers and Apollo's daughter, Kenzie. I literally saw Kassie in labor and do the final baby-emerge-spin through the door. How awesome timing! While there, I installed some baby necessities. The visit became very brief though, as grumpy Apollo quickly soured the atmosphere by starting an arguement with Miraj. He seemed to either feel the visit was inappropriate or was upset about getting a daughter.
No matter, they went to the pool instead for the rest of the day and made a date out of it. I spiced up the pool some while they were there. Tomorrow, daycare is on again.
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 11, 2021, 09:58:40 AM
Kassie looks amazing after just giving birth. I love how the babies just seem to levitate.
Post by: Nindigo on August 17, 2021, 09:24:03 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 17, 2021, 06:35:59 PM
Picture time! Please excuse my mood. It's half past 3 AM here currently.
(https://i.ibb.co/r5QgpNp/Screenshot-17.jpg) (https://ibb.co/r5QgpNp)
Miraj looking to the left :o
(https://i.ibb.co/n7bnhRd/Screenshot-5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/n7bnhRd)
Miraj looking to the right, watching TV :o
(https://i.ibb.co/C7R75vT/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://ibb.co/C7R75vT)
Miraj cleaning the kitchen sink. Cleaning makes him blissful 'cause he's a neat freak.
(https://i.ibb.co/w0rKn41/Screenshot-9.jpg) (https://ibb.co/w0rKn41)
Family friend, Yasmine, and Miraj crushing on each other at a Spooky Day costume parteh. What a cute little doctor he is!
(https://i.ibb.co/KxSF813/Screenshot-12.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KxSF813)
This is one of Miraj's daughters with an Egyptian mother. A sad little cowplant, she was at the same party.
(https://i.ibb.co/3vWsrYC/Screenshot-13.jpg) (https://ibb.co/3vWsrYC)
Preston here, however, was a happy hotdog. He is the spouse of VJ's now young adult, past relative "son", acquired via the time machine that VJ invented...
Preston used to be a newspaper delivery boy. Not special in any way.
(https://i.ibb.co/NLSmMym/Screenshot-15.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NLSmMym)
Miraj's other daughter with a different Egyptian mother just aged into a teenager. Little cowplant is happily celebrating her big sis from inside the sewing table!
(https://i.ibb.co/f0vnzr3/Screenshot-4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/f0vnzr3)
Family friend, Yasmine, is clumsy alright, but that night she took it a step further and got her face painted like a clown's :o
(https://i.ibb.co/bFWRhYD/Screenshot.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bFWRhYD)
This is Omar Alvi from my royal Alvi family in Appaloosa Plains. To the right is Vajahat - a son of VJ and Miraj who is insane (reason for the grimace). Omar is special, because he is one out of only two Alvi offspring who has VJ's face, but eyes set higher like Miraj's. The other one is Musa. Two out of at least 80. I believe Omar is...hmm...a great-grandkid of VJ and Miraj. He has a special place with me just like Musa. I personally find that VJ's face is a tad more handsome when not quite as squashed/square-ish as it is originally.
Post by: Nindigo on August 18, 2021, 09:11:06 AM
She is so far the only VJ x Miraj baby engineered while playing with the RandomGenetics mod and doesn't look like any of their previous 12 offspring.
I have pollinated her with Omar from the last picture update.
(https://i.ibb.co/jLKNQXG/Screenshot-44.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jLKNQXG)
Post by: Nindigo on August 18, 2021, 10:50:01 AM
A snippet from today's play:
(https://i.ibb.co/J7t1rxH/Screenshot-35.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xjLkzm6)
I went to the Summer Festival with Nabiha (in white, third from left). Family friend, Yasmine, was there as well - to the far left with the bow.
(https://i.ibb.co/4N4vZ1G/Screenshot-37.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pX4Vvh8)
Parker Prudence won the hotdog eating competition and thought he was severely cool for that reason. Yasmine continued to enjoy the free meal.
(https://i.ibb.co/rdtNsrp/Screenshot-38.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8YBtcZx)
Alas, all good things must come to an end. I know binge eating too well. That could've easily been me...
(https://i.ibb.co/TMSVmn8/Screenshot-39.jpg) (https://ibb.co/v4G7ZrP)
Yep, that's me alright when it happens.
(https://i.ibb.co/wctMYLH/Screenshot-40.jpg) (https://ibb.co/nPpzR02)
I think Yasmine appreciated my sympathy. Just let it go, friend. Nature will use it as fertilizer and everything will be fine.
(https://i.ibb.co/Pg2YwG2/Screenshot-43.jpg) (https://ibb.co/sqTPy9T)
Now that that is over with, we can think about things we want to do. Yasmine seems to think it's a nice weather for some gardening :)
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 18, 2021, 10:54:54 AM
Yasmine looks good in pale pink and the top and jeans from Diesel stuff. I love the cat-eye glasses on her too.
Post by: Nindigo on August 18, 2021, 12:26:45 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 18, 2021, 12:30:56 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 18, 2021, 12:38:31 PM
;D ;D
Post by: Nindigo on August 19, 2021, 11:39:07 AM
Today, I have played in Monte Vista with my Ferrari family consisting of Papa Gino, Holly, little Hazel, and Misty the horse. Aside from a fire situation, it has been calm and quiet. Holly and Misty have won some competitions, Gino has maxed gardening and is working on his fishing skill currently. And Hazel has made some friends at school. Half of the time, I have been redesigning their home, however. Basically, I copied Gino's villa from central Monte Vista and placed it on a big lot. The house plan is ridiculous if you ask me. I will post pictures of the redesign when it is done. For now, this is what the villa looks like untouched, save for some toddler amenities.
Pictures:
(https://i.ibb.co/wscFGbX/Screenshot-22.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
The family dwelling.
(https://i.ibb.co/Sd6fhYP/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
The ground floor.
(https://i.ibb.co/KXjsv9S/Screenshot-17.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
The second floor.
(https://i.ibb.co/sy7Cbyv/Screenshot-18.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
The third floor.
(https://i.ibb.co/6Hg6zPw/Screenshot-19.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
The top floor.
(https://i.ibb.co/WW4C8zb/competition.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
An equestrian competition is real-time. You can follow your Sim's progress and change the pacing of the horse if you want to try and boost their placing and don't mind risking it backfiring.
(https://i.ibb.co/89bV4F8/Screenshot-25.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
Winning trophies from show jumping and cross-country competitions. Holly is doing the advanced ones as they are easy for her to win. Handy when working on the riding challenges.
(https://i.ibb.co/M7XF6KY/Screenshot-11.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
A happy Holly. In case you wonder, this is Holly Alto from Sunset Valley who is living in MV as Holly Ferrari now.
(https://i.ibb.co/R64MgyG/Screenshot-14.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
Hazel received a wardrobe renewal today as well.
Ciao!
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 19, 2021, 01:28:11 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 19, 2021, 02:01:00 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 19, 2021, 02:56:03 PM
LaPaige: Monte Vista is indeed very beautiful.
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 19, 2021, 03:01:03 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 19, 2021, 04:58:36 PM
MrsFlynn: They bear some resemblance to Miraj if you ask me. It is the face shape and big dark eyes.
LaPaige: Monte Vista is indeed very beautiful.
I know. So very tempting. Maybe when I'm done with Riverview.
Post by: Nindigo on August 20, 2021, 11:36:53 AM
Miraj during a pie eating contest at the Autumn Festival...
In other news, my pollination shenanigans have resulted in a handful new toddlers around town, and Sims bring them out. That means I can easily go look at them in CAS, make them over, and rename them if I feel like it. Good times.
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 20, 2021, 11:47:23 AM
The reminds me of the first time I actually saw my Sim with the pie filling on their face. Scared me so bad!! I then realized that they had just been in a pie eating contest and everything was okay. Had 'em go home take a shower and all was good.
Congrats on the new toddlers!!
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 20, 2021, 12:00:36 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 20, 2021, 03:45:06 PM
Especially to celebrate this:
(https://i.ibb.co/0YLxFgc/Screenshot-69.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bNVk2SP)
Miraj is pregnant.
I decided to try pollination on him to see it "first hand" on a male. It is progressing just as if he had been a female. Fancy that :)
But admittedly the clothes are good to have. Lol, all the instructions I was given over at NRaas, and this thing is working.
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 20, 2021, 04:00:43 PM
I'm happy to see things progressing well!!
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 20, 2021, 04:47:08 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 20, 2021, 11:45:56 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 21, 2021, 05:06:45 AM
My Monte Vista (Ferrari) family is sickingly normal and picture perfect. Have to have something that contrasts my Alvi family ::)
Gino is now a celebrated five-star chef and by becoming so has completed his lifetime wish. He has a garden to tend to now as well, and just got done reading all of the fishing bait books. He still needs three levels to max out his fishing though. Other than that, he is cooking his favorite dish, Ratatouille, repeatedly in the hopes of being able to perfect it one day.
Holly has been occupied with being pregnant again as well as painting, taking a short break from the riding competitions. She has almost maxed out painting and completed two out of three of its skill challenges. Misty the horse spends her time playing when Holly is doing other things.
Hazel is now on the honor roll and is skilling up what she can as a child. Also, she is now the proud owner of a Balinese cat named Ladybug. And Papa Gino has built a small playground for her next to his garden.
Hazel now has a little brother named Dino. He mostly takes after his father and is learning his toddler skills currently.
I will post some pictures later :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 21, 2021, 09:22:07 AM
LaPaige, you gotta stop being old fashioned like that... *nudge nudge* ;D ;D ;D
I prefer the term "traditionalist" if you please. :D
Post by: Nindigo on August 21, 2021, 09:41:44 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/3cwbxny/Screenshot-42.jpg) (https://ibb.co/3cwbxny)
The crib that is never used because I play with static needs.
(https://i.ibb.co/f4Kd0cB/Screenshot-43.jpg) (https://ibb.co/f4Kd0cB)
Gino is fishing in the ocean not fra from home.
(https://i.ibb.co/n6wkZTw/Screenshot-45.jpg) (https://ibb.co/n6wkZTw)
Gino's best friends outside his household is the mayor and his wife.
(https://i.ibb.co/T24B4vF/Screenshot-46.jpg) (https://ibb.co/T24B4vF)
Hazel and her new cat, Ladybug.
(https://i.ibb.co/rmKjV7H/Screenshot-47.jpg) (https://ibb.co/rmKjV7H)
During Hazel's party, Holly received some psychiatric advice at the lemonade stand.
(https://i.ibb.co/S3WcgKs/Screenshot-49.jpg) (https://ibb.co/S3WcgKs)
Galloping in the beautiful countryside again after having given birth.
(https://i.ibb.co/6vg1hfw/Screenshot-50.jpg) (https://ibb.co/6vg1hfw)
Winning trophies from all three types of competition. From left: Jumping, cross-country, and racing
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 21, 2021, 09:45:04 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 22, 2021, 12:48:31 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/kXpW4kJ/Screenshot-62.jpg) (https://ibb.co/SB29tWc)
Hazel is a teen now. She really has her father's eyes.
(https://i.ibb.co/Kjkxc3K/Screenshot-57.jpg) (https://ibb.co/QFRv71D)
Dino is a child now. He is a vehicle enthusiast, of course.
Post by: Nindigo on August 22, 2021, 02:08:20 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 22, 2021, 06:40:08 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/R9wC9Mm/Screenshot-66.jpg) (https://ibb.co/R9wC9Mm) (https://i.ibb.co/2jfV1WT/Screenshot-67.jpg) (https://ibb.co/2jfV1WT) (https://i.ibb.co/8Mh1T5L/Screenshot-68.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8Mh1T5L) (https://i.ibb.co/VjqbFry/Screenshot-69.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VjqbFry)
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 22, 2021, 06:45:28 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 24, 2021, 03:33:34 PM
The last post I saw from you was Holly and Misty.
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 24, 2021, 03:47:05 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 24, 2021, 03:54:40 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 27, 2021, 01:26:05 AM
Persistent pain in my right shoulder from baking (on top of the usual general chronic joint pains) and ravaging hormones can make it a challenge to always maintain a perfectly level head. *breaks down and acknowledges that she is only human*
I'm overall doing a lot better now, though, but my shoulder keeps giving me grief.
Reposting...and sorry for the confusion :-[
August 27, 2021
(https://i.ibb.co/bgxG8sn/Screenshot-86.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bgxG8sn) (https://i.ibb.co/YcsQKXj/Screenshot-85.jpg) (https://ibb.co/YcsQKXj)
Holly and Hazel with a proper Monte Vista look.
(https://i.ibb.co/gdLLyy9/Screenshot-84.jpg) (https://ibb.co/gdLLyy9)
The bakery I installed in the local café. I'm not too keen on the way it works. Seems the cashier is completely superfluous, as customers simply go to an item and purchase it directly from the shelf.
(https://i.ibb.co/KymsG3p/Screenshot-79.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KymsG3p)
Hazel threw a small party on a Thursday in the afternoon. Honorable guests were mom and little brother.
(https://i.ibb.co/YRzRXW0/Screenshot-83.jpg) (https://ibb.co/YRzRXW0)
Holly was watching Hazel and Dino play ball from the swings. She seems very happy.
(https://i.ibb.co/v1tymgX/Screenshot-75.jpg) (https://ibb.co/v1tymgX)
A weekend family outing to the beach. It was nice and I took the opportunity to upgrade the place.
(https://i.ibb.co/nnJjR9m/Screenshot-76.jpg) (https://ibb.co/nnJjR9m)
There was room for a little amore, of course.
(https://i.ibb.co/16844kq/Screenshot-74.jpg) (https://ibb.co/16844kq)
Misty went for several rolls in the sand. Not sure what Dino is thinking here.
Note: Since these pictures were taken, a lot has happened. Hazel is now a young adult and Dino is a teen. Holly was aged up to adult in order to avoid things getting weird. Gino remains the same age - he is eleven days into his adulthood. The pets also remain at the same age.
Pictures of their current state will be in the next update.
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 27, 2021, 07:31:45 AM
Do you use the "cupcake" mod from Nraas for your bakery? It restocks automatically every night.
Holly looks very serene on her swing.
I love the beach scene with Ladybug looking for her person and Misty rolling on her back. :D
Post by: Nindigo on August 27, 2021, 08:01:05 AM
I forgot about the handy Cupcake mod. I'll be installing that. Manually baking has been a help, however, as Gino is trying to nail the cooking challenge of preparing 75 meals.
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 27, 2021, 08:13:08 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 28, 2021, 12:39:27 PM
My VJ cuddling with Lolly Racket with whom he has two daughters; a toddler and a newborn. He went to fulfill his wish to snuggle his newborn and ended up cuddling with the mom as well. Lolly is quite a hefty woman and his co-worker in the criminal career. His boss is her older brother, Shark Racket. The Racket family is/was the resident "mob" in Twinbrook, but the patriarch, his wife, and their three sons are all dead from old age by now. Only Shark and Lolly and their mother remains. Well, and the new generations, of course. Miraj's time machine kid, Nabiha, has a child-aged son with Shark. His name is Charlie and he is going to be a cutie pie when he grows up ;)
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 28, 2021, 12:53:50 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 28, 2021, 01:19:03 PM
When you do get around to actually playing, I'm hoping to see a LaPaige's Table in the Tea Room :)
Actually, I think it would be totally awesome if we all had our own "tables". Be it for sharing building stuff, playing, or both!
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 28, 2021, 01:22:26 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 28, 2021, 01:33:38 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 28, 2021, 02:06:51 PM
I'll just continue to be the courageous odd one out then. *hugs table*
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 28, 2021, 03:56:07 PM
Right... ::)
I'll just continue to be the courageous odd one out then. *hugs table*
Your table is unique. Celebrate that. :D
Post by: Nindigo on August 29, 2021, 06:57:34 AM
Life as a doctor on call after already long days at work is a tough one! Not even an emergency shot of caffeine made the distance to the bed possible to make before he collapsed. After a few minutes on the floor, he was able to gather his wits for long enough to drag himself onto the rocking chair. *hums lullaby tune*
In the last picture, he is finally on top of his needs again. And is wanting to try his hand at writing, it appears. The roses in the back are from VJ...
(https://i.ibb.co/x5jzvwn/Screenshot-53.jpg) (https://ibb.co/x5jzvwn) (https://i.ibb.co/br0RwYH/Screenshot-54.jpg) (https://ibb.co/br0RwYH) (https://i.ibb.co/ZmCsStj/Screenshot-55.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ZmCsStj) (https://i.ibb.co/mvHTvmj/Screenshot-56.jpg) (https://ibb.co/mvHTvmj)
Post by: Nindigo on August 29, 2021, 01:25:29 PM
Nabiha has moved out with her son, Charlie, and Muna the cat and married Nabih. They are effectively clones of VJ (Nabih) and Miraj (Nabiha) brought back from a trip in the time machine, VJ invented. They are unrelated in my game just to make that perfectly clear. And adorable together.
Here are some pictures of my Twinbrookian Alvi residence. I decided to demolish their old house on the lot with the soggy ground. Now they live across from it on a bulldozed lot that acts normally with a firm and stair-friendly ground. The house is based on the old one's design, but slightly different and a whole lot fancier. It's the expensive part of town and ought to look the part, right?
(https://i.ibb.co/pd0RW51/Screenshot-64.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pd0RW51)
This is Seshafi and Amal's shared bedroom on the third floor. The baby is Seshafi's son, Peter, with Parker Prudence. I checked him out in CAS as young adult; he will be a cutie!
(https://i.ibb.co/ZXTrpG3/Screenshot-65.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ZXTrpG3)
This is the second floor. Kids like to use this table when doing homework. The bedroom used to be Nabiha's.
(https://i.ibb.co/ydFN0Td/Screenshot-66.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ydFN0Td)
This is the main livingroom on the second floor.
(https://i.ibb.co/XkBRbdQ/Screenshot-67.jpg) (https://ibb.co/XkBRbdQ)
The livingroom on the third floor with paintings as fake windows.
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The third floor hobby room.
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The first floor kitchen/dining room and bathroom.
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Same, but from another angle.
(https://i.ibb.co/tHW3Lpg/Screenshot-71.jpg) (https://ibb.co/tHW3Lpg)
VJ and Miraj's bedroom.
(https://i.ibb.co/qNbm5cM/Screenshot-72.jpg) (https://ibb.co/qNbm5cM)
VJ and Miraj's bathroom.
All a bit dark as I took out my lighting mod earlier. My eyes suddenly complained.
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 29, 2021, 02:16:44 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 29, 2021, 02:25:43 PM
Their home will always be a work in progress, but thanks for the compliment!
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 29, 2021, 02:51:21 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 31, 2021, 06:32:04 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/fdsqCGH/Screenshot-12.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fdsqCGH)
Miraj was just on the receiving end of a heat of the moment kiss...
(https://i.ibb.co/BgH3tNK/Screenshot-13.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BgH3tNK)
Given to him by a pregnant man named Omar, the host of the party.
(https://i.ibb.co/rG6wj8X/Screenshot-14.jpg) (https://ibb.co/rG6wj8X)
However, Omar had to focus on his urgent bladder need provoked by his condition.
(https://i.ibb.co/LdrB8TH/Screenshot-15.jpg) (https://ibb.co/LdrB8TH)
Vampire Harun enjoyed some plasma juice while debating his dislike for decor with teen Salvatore. Musa, outside across the road, decided he could not make the party after all.
(https://i.ibb.co/CwwxzWc/Screenshot-17.jpg) (https://ibb.co/CwwxzWc)
Harun later had a breakdown in the kitchen for some reason.
(https://i.ibb.co/tCZrkR9/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://ibb.co/tCZrkR9)
On the left is Faidh who is on his second marriage now. On the right is Jibri who has been declared the Town Loon by a NRaas mod I have installed.
(https://i.ibb.co/dfvYzD9/Screenshot-18.jpg) (https://ibb.co/dfvYzD9)
In this picture we have Ezra in the middle among other mingling guests. At the table, Fairy Daniyal is thinking about a Sim, I made.
(https://i.ibb.co/Lr7J2d3/Screenshot-19.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Lr7J2d3)
Teen Salvatore, who is Faidh's son, was asking himself why he was there.
(https://i.ibb.co/DpHJKY3/Screenshot-20.jpg) (https://ibb.co/DpHJKY3)
Omar found himself a cheese platter at some point. Gotta feed the little one. He is often expressionless.
(https://i.ibb.co/w0RbbMk/Screenshot-21.jpg) (https://ibb.co/w0RbbMk)
This is a close up of Leyla. She is the ex-wife of Vampire Harun. Harun is currently married to Omar's mother. In the back is Vajahat, who is speaking to elderly Werewolf Khalil about potted plants.
(https://i.ibb.co/nqpwdqY/Screenshot-22.jpg) (https://ibb.co/nqpwdqY)
This is the King of the Plains himself - Amir, firstborn of VJ and Miraj. He is old by now, having lived several lifetimes as both a vampire and thanks to alchemy and chemistry. He should be used to the craziness of this family, but recently, he lost his wife to Faidh.
(https://i.ibb.co/QJr9L18/Screenshot-23.jpg) (https://ibb.co/QJr9L18)
This is Zenith, member of the golden nuggets - the blonde mutation part of the family. He is happily married.
- See next post!
Post by: Nindigo on August 31, 2021, 06:52:24 AM
Jibri with a fried peanut butter and banana sandwich, I believe.
(https://i.ibb.co/bmbk5Nt/Screenshot-24.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bmbk5Nt)
Fairy Daniyal's prank backfired. Ezra is gleefully enjoying his luck this time.
(https://i.ibb.co/nbppYMm/Screenshot-28.jpg) (https://ibb.co/nbppYMm)
The prank is called Chattering Teeth...
(https://i.ibb.co/2W7NNLv/Screenshot-27.jpg) (https://ibb.co/2W7NNLv)
Teen Salvatore found himself next to Vampire Harun once again, watching TV. Somewhere, Jibri was making himself noted.
(https://i.ibb.co/jDXGwcH/Screenshot-29.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jDXGwcH)
Someone brought Aloo Masara Curry which made people (here, Faidh) breathe fire and blow steam out of their ears.
(https://i.ibb.co/jLZxp6p/Screenshot-30.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jLZxp6p)
Nida, too. Nida is Faidh's ex-wife by the way.
(https://i.ibb.co/d65CWSQ/Screenshot-31.jpg) (https://ibb.co/d65CWSQ)
Omar didn't have the Legendary Host lifetime reward yet, which is why only a few brought food. And he forgot about the Autumn Salad he was in the middle of preparing when the first guests arrived.
(https://i.ibb.co/PCRfy2M/Screenshot-32.jpg) (https://ibb.co/PCRfy2M)
Omar instead hunted down one of the fried peanut butter and banana sandwiches. The reading Sim is Idris.
(https://i.ibb.co/7VJzHML/Screenshot-33.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7VJzHML)
Suddenly, I was reminded that it was a full moon when Werewolf Khalil transformed into his furry Self. Omar got caught in the middle of things, got up, and peed himself in terror of seeing Khalil transform. And stank for the rest of the party, graced with the embarrassed moodlet to top it off. Zenith was unphased and took out one book after another.
(https://i.ibb.co/cX29gPT/Screenshot-35.jpg) (https://ibb.co/cX29gPT)
Nida faked feinting, but the curry actually sent several Sims to the floor.
(https://i.ibb.co/552wwfC/Screenshot-34.jpg) (https://ibb.co/552wwfC)
The curry was so strong that people started to sit in the air and breathe fire/blow steam!
(https://i.ibb.co/qN2WVgT/Screenshot-36.jpg) (https://ibb.co/qN2WVgT)
I see you, Nida... (her head and eyes followed the people walking around her, it was weird)
- See next post!
Post by: Nindigo on August 31, 2021, 07:02:57 AM
Like I said...that curry was something.
(https://i.ibb.co/jfVL6b5/Screenshot-38.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jfVL6b5)
The next morning, Omar got up. He is sharing a bed with Vajahat who has a kid somewhere in town and is currently married to King Amir, because no ladies currently want either of them. It's fine. Most Alvis swing both ways anyway.
(https://i.ibb.co/XkQ7M5m/Screenshot-39.jpg) (https://ibb.co/XkQ7M5m)
Then Omar had breakfast. And yes, those are the empty plates left by the party guests the night before. Omar has the Slob trait.
(https://i.ibb.co/fM1rcsP/Screenshot-40.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fM1rcsP)
Then it was time to give birth albeit without sound coming from him since this is the female pregnancy I forced through pollination. The other baby daddy is Musa - the one who changed his mind about participating at the beginning of the first party post.
(https://i.ibb.co/bzJ5GNQ/Screenshot-41.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bzJ5GNQ)
And ta-da! A cute little fairy baby girl has entered the house of four divorced/re-married/single/widowed men. And she is surrounded by their stink and mess first thing! I can reveal, however, that she is going to be a cutie when she grows up :) And yes, Omar left her there to go read a book.
Alright! End of Omar's party. There were other pictures, but *shrug*...I feel three posts are plenty *blush*
Au Revoir <3
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 31, 2021, 09:08:48 AM
At least if baby is going to be left to her own devices, she has plenty to eat. :D
Post by: Nindigo on August 31, 2021, 10:37:44 AM
It is so entertaining to watch Sims at a party - especially when most are well known familiar faces. It adds to the idea I have of their personalities inside my head. And these pictures only capture half the wack that went on, but it was the best I could do through my tears of laughter ;D
Post by: Nindigo on September 02, 2021, 12:59:50 PM
The Alvi life in Appaloosa Plains...
Pictures:
(https://i.ibb.co/gVdZhpn/Screenshot.jpg) (https://ibb.co/gVdZhpn)
Spotted my beloved VJ being the insufferable brat that he will never cease to be.
(https://i.ibb.co/vLVmKZT/Screenshot-2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vLVmKZT)
VJ against a mindblowing burning sunset. I decided to play his household for a spell.
(https://i.ibb.co/NjcQfMf/Screenshot-3.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NjcQfMf)
Miraj being absolutely adorable with one of the three toddlers in his house.
(https://i.ibb.co/fNFpcsQ/Screenshot-4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fNFpcsQ)
This is Ehsan Alvi. He just became a teen and is basically a blonde Miraj with blue eyes.
(https://i.ibb.co/yPmw0QQ/Screenshot-5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/yPmw0QQ)
Back with four guys. This is Vajahat, but take a look - he can't see where he is driving!
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Spotted Rouchdy Alvi at the library. He had become an elder, so to CAS with him as well.
(https://i.ibb.co/XY1qfyX/Screenshot-12.jpg) (https://ibb.co/XY1qfyX)
Hi there, handsome Omar. To my dismay, NRaas Story Progression is preventing him from becoming pregnant again.
(https://i.ibb.co/Ny4Tg05/Screenshot-10.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Ny4Tg05)
Babysitting fail. This is Omar's little fairy daughter, Jahina. The name means 'good pedigree'.
(https://i.ibb.co/SXQZ409/Screenshot-17.jpg) (https://ibb.co/SXQZ409)
Miraj has moved in after Vajahat moved out to live with his wife-again and child next door. Because Miraj and Omar have a thing going and I missed him.
(https://i.ibb.co/gJYtGpB/Screenshot-19.jpg) (https://ibb.co/gJYtGpB)
King Amir felt like baking and eating some key lime pie at 3:40 AM...
(https://i.ibb.co/1dD4g4B/Screenshot-20.jpg) (https://ibb.co/1dD4g4B)
This guy is named Floyd Alvi. He is a peculiar mix of VJ and Miraj's features. He seems to be mostly Miraj, but with VJ's shorter face.
There are so many Alvis! Around 80 or so now :o I have disabled aging currently in the hopes of being able to catch up and getting the family tree up to date.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 02, 2021, 01:37:08 PM
Love the car and I'd get up at 3:00 a.m. for key lime pie. One of my favorites.
Post by: Nindigo on September 03, 2021, 11:46:26 AM
More peculiar day to day humdrum in Wackville.
Pictures:
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A paper plane crossing the poluted sky dome of Appaloosa Plains.
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Omar was asked out on a date by Mira again. Yes, that's my romantic dating setting - a double bed on an empty lot.
(https://i.ibb.co/Z2hpsLW/Screenshot-3.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Z2hpsLW)
One thing lead to another. Suddenly, they were married. However, the ominous sky was a warning of things to come...
I did not get any pictures of what happened next. But VJ showed up, unhappy to have just lost his spouse. Did I mention that Omar has the Unlucky trait? Well, VJ beat up Omar three times and then had Miraj cancel that joke of a marriage.
(https://i.ibb.co/GW4bYKX/Screenshot-4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/GW4bYKX)
Miraj produced a bunch of red roses from his boxers at lighting speed, which mellowed VJ some. As soon as Omar left, the sky brightened and let the moon spread its soothing rays of light.
(https://i.ibb.co/dbw347V/Screenshot-5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/dbw347V)
It's the middle of winter in Wackville...and 68 degrees Fahrenheit/20 degrees Celsius. No precipitation ever.
(https://i.ibb.co/LJN5hmQ/Screenshot-6.jpg) (https://ibb.co/LJN5hmQ)
Oh, I managed to time the Snowflake Day gift-giving party with a full moon again. That is Werewolf Khalil turning into his furry Self again.
(https://i.ibb.co/s9wJ1jS/Screenshot-8.jpg) (https://ibb.co/s9wJ1jS)
Shanta and Amir bringing home their new nugget. Shanta looks like she still has something stuck in her, though. Amir looks concerned too.
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Another party elsewhere. Two were woohooing in the bed when several people decided to walk in on them. The toddler attempted to do the shocked/embarrassed animation and looked like this as a result. The couple was kicked out of the house by the toddler, by the way.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 03, 2021, 11:52:37 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 03, 2021, 01:07:02 PM
I didn't realize they could stretch due to some kind of emotion. That's interesting. I never considered that.
Post by: Nindigo on September 03, 2021, 10:35:10 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 03, 2021, 10:37:13 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 04, 2021, 09:19:54 AM
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Family friend, Amanda, and her dog, Oreo, are enjoying the lighting mod by dDefinder. Miraj was clapping happily at seeing his friends.
(https://i.ibb.co/MgkmJ2t/Screenshot-3.jpg) (https://ibb.co/MgkmJ2t)
Stunning sunset in Twinbrook. I have played with this lighting mod in this save for some real life weeks now and love it.
One of Miraj's old and elderly colleagues from his time working at the hospital, Molly Coddle, called him one evening and asked if he wanted to hang out. He did. She is the single mom to a teen-aged boy whose dad, Phoenix Prudence, passed away some time ago. He was a last minute kid, you could say. Anyway, Miraj went to visit them. First, he cooked them a nice spaghetti dinner, then cleaned and fixed their broken toilet. Molly thanked him for it all, and he gave her a friendly hug before heading back home, as it was getting pretty late. That's the kind of no nonsense and kind-hearted guy my sweet Miraj is :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 04, 2021, 09:48:42 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 04, 2021, 10:30:04 AM
I have free will on high with my Alvis, but I do have to manage them half of the time or so. Or else they go to bed with a full bladder and/or on an empty stomach. They are also obsessed with babies and toddlers. It's not uncommon to find three adults in line by a crib wanting to do the exact same thing with the baby or toddler.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 04, 2021, 10:48:27 AM
I'm still working on their new location. I've put the house on a huge 60 x 60 lot so there's lots of room. I also managed to put in a half bath, expanded the kitchen/dining room to add a family room. I added a second storey to the garage to make a play/hobby room with another half bath. I also added 3 more computers.
No too bad for a family with 2 currently unemployed adults. Taxes are going to be killer!! :D
Post by: Nindigo on September 04, 2021, 10:56:10 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 04, 2021, 11:59:38 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/m6pS8N6/Screenshot-49.jpg) (https://ibb.co/m6pS8N6) (https://i.ibb.co/tpbH540/Screenshot-22.jpg) (https://ibb.co/tpbH540) (https://i.ibb.co/tKSYd2P/Screenshot-21.jpg) (https://ibb.co/tKSYd2P)
(https://i.ibb.co/djwJ0ff/Screenshot-26.jpg) (https://ibb.co/djwJ0ff)
The re-designed back of the Alvi house. They have a hot tub now.
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 05, 2021, 12:01:44 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 05, 2021, 12:09:36 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 05, 2021, 12:12:20 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 05, 2021, 08:04:20 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 05, 2021, 10:22:13 AM
Daily life with my Alvi family in Twinbrook.
Pictures:
(https://i.ibb.co/p0yLVkc/Screenshot-13.jpg) (https://ibb.co/p0yLVkc)
The business building at sunset. The motorcycle belongs to my Amal.
(https://i.ibb.co/HpWs3wD/Screenshot-15.jpg) (https://ibb.co/HpWs3wD)
Amal and her elderly alien love interest at her half-sister's party.
(https://i.ibb.co/r2Lxyp7/Screenshot-19.jpg) (https://ibb.co/r2Lxyp7)
The product of the above mentioned relationship; Mac Alvi. When he gets old, he will have a farm.
(https://i.ibb.co/Xyj5yLJ/Screenshot-28.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Xyj5yLJ)
The front of my Alvi family's house with dynamic tree shadows moving across the facade.
(https://i.ibb.co/vv3QsTZ/Screenshot-38.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vv3QsTZ)
VJ in his Evil Sidekick outfit after coming home from his job in crime. Amal seems a little apprehensive of her step-dad.
(https://i.ibb.co/bj0GwYg/Screenshot-40.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bj0GwYg)
Amelia Alvi who came to be through my pollination of Miraj with VJ. One less toddler - yay!
(https://i.ibb.co/QD88rdV/Screenshot-41.jpg) (https://ibb.co/QD88rdV)
The consumption of Amelia's birthday cake.
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A happy Amal with her alien hybrid son, Mac Alvi.
(https://i.ibb.co/dDBTdkg/Screenshot-44.jpg) (https://ibb.co/dDBTdkg)
Well, Amal has also suffered two abductions by aliens as of late, but only males can become impregnated with a pure alien baby.
(https://i.ibb.co/0FC9q1K/Screenshot-47.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0FC9q1K)
Amal: It would be awesome if we could place a small pet in one of these.
Nindigo: *agrees*
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 05, 2021, 10:48:38 AM
I also love the chairs in the birthday photo? Where do they come from? I noticed similar in another set of your photos.
Post by: Nindigo on September 05, 2021, 11:22:51 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 05, 2021, 02:27:17 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 06, 2021, 04:59:46 AM
VJ is awake during the night because of his job in crime, so he went this time and found a Fountain of Youth elixir - one of the most rare and expensive ones. It resets a Sim's age to young adult, and VJ had one in mind for that. But once he was done shopping, it was too early to visit anyone, so he spend some time singing and playing with a toy from the consignment store's toybox outside.
Then he went to the Racket residence and threw the elixir at Lolly who had recently become an elder.
(https://i.ibb.co/tq4RqPw/Screenshot-49.jpg) (https://ibb.co/tq4RqPw) (https://i.ibb.co/M8c8YLd/Screenshot-51.jpg) (https://ibb.co/M8c8YLd) (https://i.ibb.co/7gqFGQ6/Screenshot-53.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7gqFGQ6) (https://i.ibb.co/bspwpbs/Screenshot-61.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bspwpbs)
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 06, 2021, 12:35:57 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 06, 2021, 02:00:56 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 07, 2021, 03:05:13 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/1GvJXfr/Screenshot-27.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Kx0zsj2)
Jereme, firstborn of Nabih and Nabiha
What a pleasant blend of VJ and Miraj's features. Thank you, RandomGenetics mod.
This is Ahmad from Twinbrook. His eyes of mutated color are more VJ-ish:
(https://i.ibb.co/nC5M2G2/Screenshot-31.jpg) (https://ibb.co/TLFMXfX)
Parents are Omar Alvi from Appaloosa Plains and Vera Jane Alvi from Twinbrook
Post by: Nindigo on September 07, 2021, 07:56:54 AM
The Twinbrook Spring Festival
Featuring: Miraj Alvi & Boyd Barbee, the Kissing Booth Attendant
*old movie projector sound*
(https://i.ibb.co/fN4JfCp/Screenshot-20.jpg) (https://ibb.co/rp49YZ6)
(https://i.ibb.co/h2qGfPn/Screenshot-21.jpg) (https://ibb.co/HGJcdWM)
(https://i.ibb.co/pLRbZHw/Screenshot-22.jpg) (https://ibb.co/LZJY6TR)
(https://i.ibb.co/svJB2vR/Screenshot-23.jpg) (https://ibb.co/1fJSLfQ)
(https://i.ibb.co/HrvTCXp/Screenshot-24.jpg) (https://ibb.co/XzBxDVk)
(https://i.ibb.co/cvjpjp4/kissingboothbuff.jpg) (https://ibb.co/N3MkMkc)
~ Fin ~
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 07, 2021, 08:02:33 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 07, 2021, 08:53:11 AM
Too funny how Miraj just nonchalantly walk away after leaving Boyd stunned. :D
Post by: Nindigo on September 07, 2021, 09:05:45 AM
I figured Boyd is thinking in the last picture: I should have paid for that.
Just saw an elderly evil guy kiss the female kissing booth attendant. She flailed her arms and grimaced as though she was disgusted. So funny!
Post by: Nindigo on September 08, 2021, 11:44:49 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/SgDAMr4.jpg)
As a good person, it is difficult to accept that one's spouse is the Emperor of Evil.
(https://i.imgur.com/uXV7mVo.jpg)
I thought the effects of VR was supposed to be contained within the VR.
(https://i.imgur.com/FJnMHPO.jpg)
This is Baby Clone, Clone-VJ's daughter with premade Bunny Curious.
(https://i.imgur.com/1DMhbn9.jpg)
This is Keenan Clone, Baby's younger brother.
(https://i.imgur.com/Zs1eE0B.jpg)
Baby Clone is not the nicest of party hostesses, as Miraj has discovered.
(https://i.imgur.com/ETIuky9.jpg)
Sinbad Rotter had just lost his wife and was heartbroken. Miraj cheered him up.
(https://i.imgur.com/VbrL8Uh.jpg)
Amal's alien hybrid son, Mac, is now an elementary school child.
(https://i.imgur.com/Y4ZYRk8.jpg)
VJ's other daughter with Lolly Racket.
(https://i.imgur.com/V1dEYy9.jpg)
Lolly in her formal dress. I don't think VJ pays her enough visits...
(https://i.imgur.com/H6yQkCx.jpg)
So, he had to work a bit for her affection which ended in a new pregnancy.
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 08, 2021, 11:51:30 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 08, 2021, 11:57:32 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 08, 2021, 12:01:01 PM
My sincerest apologies if this is offensive. I tend not to bring real life morals and ethics into my game, as it is a free space and safehaven for me.
I'm happily married and faithful to a fault in real life. I make a clear distinction between real life and any game - just in case you are concerned.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 08, 2021, 12:07:18 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 08, 2021, 12:08:30 PM
I see it as your way of having fun. It brings you joy and happiness. And really, who am I to tell you, you can't play that way? :)
Post by: Nindigo on September 08, 2021, 12:32:30 PM
Thank you, guys, for understanding and being okay with it. I've had too much serious stuff going on in my real life. That's also why I can't play Sim challenges, because I stop having fun the moment I impose rules on my play.
🤗
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 08, 2021, 12:35:11 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 08, 2021, 12:36:55 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 08, 2021, 12:37:54 PM
I've tried some of the challenges before but never get very far because of breaking the rules or whatnot. Sims for me is suppose to be fun. lol
Our house challenge was fun because the only rule was the style of house.
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 08, 2021, 12:44:56 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 08, 2021, 12:47:03 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 09, 2021, 02:43:38 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/DC04LzW.jpg)
Miraj's pool party at the community pool. It received an upgrade beforehand, of course.
(https://i.imgur.com/slJ2ENO.jpg)
Lolly kicked out her youngest teen-aged daughter with VJ. She now lives with dad and company instead.
(https://i.imgur.com/LzrwrsQ.jpg)
It's okay. Amelia can use the company of a half-sister her age.
(https://i.imgur.com/U1UJ4UY.jpg)
VJ being VJ.
(https://i.imgur.com/1URxoP1.jpg)
He has quit his job as a crimelord. It's too serious, but he still owns the hideout and can fire people.
(https://i.imgur.com/jBFi8t4.jpg)
Miraj's experiment finally bore fruit - a Forbidden Fruit.
(https://i.imgur.com/eDNXlgL.jpg)
Welcome to the family, little Prem...
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 09, 2021, 02:52:56 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 09, 2021, 03:30:26 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 09, 2021, 03:35:20 PM
I doubt the RandomGenetics mod come into play when it comes to plantsims. It doesn't when engineering babies.
Post by: Nindigo on September 10, 2021, 05:04:28 AM
Prem Alvi
Hereby, I can confirm that plantSim babies are clones of the Sim who planted them/the Forbidden Fruit.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 10, 2021, 11:19:28 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 11, 2021, 07:59:06 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/s3hzNyd/Screenshot-102.jpg) (https://i.ibb.co/MpCWCdc/Screenshot-101.jpg)
Something to remember this autumn festival outing by:
(https://i.ibb.co/vQvKh2t/Screenshot-100.jpg)
In other news, the family now counts a Shetland Sheepdog who seems to favor VJ. He is the only one I see give her frequent belly rubs.
(https://i.ibb.co/vx8bCk4/Screenshot-92.jpg) (https://i.ibb.co/rfJJThn/Screenshot-95.jpg) (https://i.ibb.co/CM22tWb/Screenshot-106.jpg)
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 11, 2021, 08:31:19 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 15, 2021, 11:43:09 PM
Several non-Sims related things happened, of course, but I had also lost Amal and her kids (she only has Mac in my game so far though). It was awful, as I love Amal. Amal is Miraj's daughter with an Egyptian lady by name of Fatima Amin.
(https://i.ibb.co/d6BMw0S/Screenshot-6.jpg)
Amal. Her favorite color is yellow.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 16, 2021, 07:50:14 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 16, 2021, 07:55:12 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 16, 2021, 10:39:57 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 16, 2021, 11:05:10 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 19, 2021, 12:33:31 AM
Cookie Alvi
(https://i.ibb.co/CM22tWb/Screenshot-106.jpg)
Nom nom!
(https://i.ibb.co/vx8bCk4/Screenshot-92.jpg)
Only VJ gives her bellyrubs. Nice, for an evil guy.
(https://i.ibb.co/rfJJThn/Screenshot-95.jpg)
Teen-aged Mac with Cookie.
Family
(https://i.ibb.co/R0NxzQv/Screenshot-71.jpg)
Miraj, Janae and little Prem. Janae is VJ's daughter with Lolly Racket who is now officially dating Mac's elderly alien father, who is also still involved with Mac's mother, Amal.
(https://i.ibb.co/Tbs08CH/Screenshot-79.jpg)
Charlie Racket, son of Nabiha (female Miraj, timemachine kid) and Shark Racket who used to be VJ's crime boss. Charlie has his father's nose, but is otherwise very Miraj-ish.
(https://i.ibb.co/0Z591wP/Screenshot-73.jpg)
From the left: Peter Prudence, Nabih (VJ lookalike, timemachine kid), Kaplan Schmidt and the alien, Zharor, who is Mac's father and Lolly's new steady partner. And rightmost, Nabiha.
About Zharor
I first saw him this one night he was visiting Earth.
Completely out of the ordinary, he was wearing human clothes instead of the usual alien suit. What was he doing? Well, he was at the laundromat of all places and washing clothes! Probably his alien suit even. What a nutcase, I thought, and immediately loved him for doing such a down-to-Earth thing. I mean, they don't wash their clothes on Sixam where aliens are from? I guess not.
He had parked his hovering little UFO nicely outside just like anyone else would a car. Quickly, I assigned him a house in town that he could go home to afterwards. Had to make that alien a resident - and a dad of Amal's first baby. And the rest, as they say, is history, LOL.
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 19, 2021, 01:23:11 AM
Kaplan's got a cute hair cut!! Is he a teen or YA in your game?
Post by: Nindigo on September 19, 2021, 02:40:18 AM
The first plantsim I ever had was also by Miraj...and that's 10-15 real life years ago. He won my heart a looong time ago. He is the sim-love of my life 🥰
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 19, 2021, 02:46:08 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 19, 2021, 09:00:27 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 19, 2021, 02:34:20 PM
Or did you simply mean a new story entry?
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 19, 2021, 02:59:32 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 26, 2021, 06:44:31 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/fCSbX3S/Screenshot-2.jpg)
Amal and Prem watching TV (romance channel):
(https://i.ibb.co/PmP5f2P/Screenshot-5.jpg)
Post by: Nindigo on September 30, 2021, 04:18:08 AM
Apparently, Mac knows the two Egyptian songs inherently, because his mother is half-Egyptian. Interesting, but I do know that the "homeland trait" is passed down from all locals of China, Egypt, and France. I just didn't expect to see my half-alien boy burst into Egyptian song while baking waffles at 3:30 AM...would any? And yes, he is in his formal. He is insane.
Having taken a longer break from Simming, I've missed Miraj in particular the last few days, so I'm playing the family right now. Gave him a Young Again potion from the Lifetime Happiness reward store. It's still winter in my Twinbrook.
On a more personal real life note, I'm in between visits with my GP, an otorhinolaryngologist, and getting an x-ray done of my lungs, trying to figure out why I have a sore throat and voice problems - and a cough I've developed over the past couple of months. Not feeling all that well, and I'm tired as if I've come down with something lengthy. We were both tested for Covid-19 the day before yesterday which came out negative - yay for that at least. We take extremely care, so it wasn't a surprise to us. But we had to before my GP appointment as a requirement. Wish me well, guys <3
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 30, 2021, 08:03:02 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 30, 2021, 08:26:37 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 30, 2021, 10:50:29 AM
You could make your boy's coat orange and add a little Irish to your half-alien lad. :D
Post by: Nindigo on September 30, 2021, 01:02:30 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/dWdpQtm/Screenshot-9.jpg)
VJ and Miraj's teen daughter, Amelia, put something in the oven and then left for school, leaving the remaining family with an orangy mess.
(https://i.ibb.co/N1YXJhz/Screenshot-10.jpg)
The firewoman was fireproof. I think VJ was happy that Cookie was safe. After the fire, though, he got a wish to see Miraj's fiery ghost. I removed that wish, because I can be evil too. Miraj will never be a ghost!
(https://i.ibb.co/BcTHSm2/Screenshot-11.jpg)
The firewoman threw a fit that the three grownups didn't put out the fire themselves. It seemed to have a humbling effect on at least two of them.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 30, 2021, 01:31:04 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 30, 2021, 02:56:32 PM
Miraj: I think you forgot something, Nindigo...
Me: Yikes! Pregnancy clothes!
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 30, 2021, 03:23:39 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 30, 2021, 03:24:34 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 30, 2021, 04:16:28 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 01, 2021, 12:36:43 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 01, 2021, 02:04:17 AM
Two picture posts this time.
VJ visited Lolly and his kids with her and decided to stay the night. Lolly slept in a different bed though, maybe because VJ's sleep was to be interrupted by runs to the bathroom due to pregnancy sickness. Why does the vomit has to be green? He was pretty nice to Lolly completely of his own accord. But the same could not be said when it came to his eldest daughter, Adrienne, who apparently had made up for Mama Lolly's weightloss by becoming max obese herself. Oof. Also, VJ has had a wish to snuggle his youngest son, Ruben, since he was born and whom he hadn't seen yet. I thought it high time to grant him that wish.
Pictures:
(https://i.ibb.co/gdTrj2y/Screenshot-18.jpg)
Lolly was quite okay with having VJ for the night. But they didn't get to be close due to other visitors, noisy toddlers, nausea and whatnot. That is Adrienne with some veggi rolls. I think she knows of the weird relationship between her mom and dad and has her own opinion about it.
(https://i.ibb.co/74vnzvh/Screenshot-19.jpg)
VJ is a 3-star celebrity which prompted this response in a visiting friend who brought a toddler who is not hers. Adrienne is still eating. VJ is holding Ruben and looking at Lolly.
(https://i.ibb.co/2y0hdkK/Screenshot-21.jpg)
I forget her name, but she is the daughter of the premades Penny Pincher and Clark Peddler - the Simoleon Savers household.
(https://i.ibb.co/wWh1QXT/Screenshot-20.jpg)
It seems Lolly and VJ were a little bummed about not having a few moments to themselves. Ruben looked a little concerned for his mother. I don't know why she has lost weight.
(https://i.ibb.co/PtBcJLh/Screenshot-22.jpg)
VJ being VJ decided to wake up his daughter, Adrienne, and mock her appearance. That did not come as a surprise to me...he is evil as well as inappropriate.
(https://i.ibb.co/s6Ywb0R/Screenshot-23.jpg)
Adrienne blew up and understandably, while VJ simply calmly enjoyed the result of his antics. He is like that. Not for the faint.
(https://i.ibb.co/TLKKmP9/Screenshot-24.jpg)
Why are you looking at me, VJ? ;D I know she dresses horrificly and that the wallpaper doesn't suit her age at all...
(https://i.ibb.co/RSQfNrf/Screenshot-15.jpg)
Little Ruben. The first and, for now, only son of VJ and Lolly. They have two daughters; Adrienne and Janae. Janae is Mac's girlfriend.
...more next post
Post by: Nindigo on October 01, 2021, 02:18:11 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/qYjGJpB/Screenshot-25.jpg)
Back home, Miraj suffered the antics of rebellious teen daughter, Amelia...
(https://i.ibb.co/tLNsqPg/Screenshot-27.jpg)
Ugh?!
(https://i.ibb.co/6vvQW7L/Screenshot-28.jpg)
My HAIR, Amelia!!!
(https://i.ibb.co/F6CrjXt/Screenshot-29.jpg)
Friggin'...*growl*...KID!
(being a good and family-oriented Sim, he can't very well loose his composure completely)
(https://i.ibb.co/Khg6pyF/Screenshot-30.jpg)
Back to his mellow, slightly cross-eyed self again.
(https://i.ibb.co/M1XrV9m/Screenshot-36.jpg)
Mac after I gave him hair. He has grandpa Miraj's colors. He is viewing one of VJ's painting here.
(https://i.ibb.co/yypMK9k/Screenshot-37.jpg)
And then he did something no Sim of mine has ever done before - he started autonomously reading a skill book. Now, I'm even more attached to him! That's his mother, Amal, eating fried onion fingers for breakfast.
(https://i.ibb.co/jW091QT/Screenshot-33.jpg)
VJ just painted a masterpiece.
(https://i.ibb.co/dMpwCCN/Screenshot-34.jpg)
Sorry. Lastly, had to share this full non-body picture of pregnant VJ...
Post by: Nindigo on October 01, 2021, 02:32:51 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 01, 2021, 06:55:15 AM
My advice is to leave it ticked off at all times, as it became broken after the Pets expansion.
Thanks. I think mine is off. Also, thank you for sharing your family. I missed them. I'm slowly filling up RV with people so maybe I can play them a bit. I'm putting another large family next to the Moores so we'll see what kind of interractions happen.
Post by: Nindigo on October 02, 2021, 05:46:42 PM
Twinbrook is an Alvi richer - welcome, Noah.
(https://i.ibb.co/QDC5N9J/Screenshot-42.jpg)
Mac: How is it going to come out??
Amelia: I don't know!!
(https://i.ibb.co/pjdzPdc/Screenshot-43.jpg)
Cool.
(https://i.ibb.co/CmVF7SC/Screenshot-44.jpg)
Noah: Do you like me?
(https://i.ibb.co/4pYsLFg/Screenshot-45.jpg)
Miraj's eye shape.
Noah has moved out and took his sister, Amelia, along with him.
Amelia is now grown up as well:
(https://i.ibb.co/9H7fKwL/Screenshot-31.jpg)
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 02, 2021, 06:13:31 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 02, 2021, 06:50:07 PM
He sure grew up in a hurry and he's definitely an Alvi!
Post by: Nindigo on October 03, 2021, 08:58:53 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 03, 2021, 10:46:02 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/ykpVFyZ/Screenshot-54.jpg)
His parents are the equivalent of VJ and Miraj; time machine kids Nabih and Nabiha, who had twins, a boy (Blackie) and a girl (Brandie). Blackie has all black hair as a mutation. I've peaked at his YA self in CAS - he will become monstrously cute *swoon*
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 03, 2021, 11:08:30 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 03, 2021, 11:45:13 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 03, 2021, 11:46:44 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 03, 2021, 11:47:39 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 03, 2021, 12:46:15 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 03, 2021, 12:53:40 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 03, 2021, 04:14:56 PM
I have my sound down very low so I wouldn't notice different music playing. When I get back to that family, I'll have to turn it up and have a listen. He and his brother were having a pretty heated discussion and then must have started telling jokes because they suddenly started laughing.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 03, 2021, 06:05:46 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/SyYtyJR/Screenshot-10.jpg) (https://ibb.co/SyYtyJR)
Post by: Nindigo on October 04, 2021, 03:46:50 AM
Anyway, my Miraj is taking me on an unexpected adventure. Yesterday, he was invited to a party thrown by a new resident in my Twinbrook. The day before yesterday, I grabbed about four premade Sims from Bridgeport (city came with the Late Night expansion) - Sims that either don't really have a fancy future in the big city or for some reason might think of moving to a more peaceful setting. Among them were the vampire, Wogan Hemlock, who was facing fierce rivalry from enemies and newcomers alike - including his own wife and child who were siding with his worst enemy. Wogan is not even evil like the leaders of the other vampire movements in Bridgeport. So I plucked him from that predicament and placed him in my Twinbrook instead.
Wogan had started to date Lolly who was also invited to said party, but had never met Miraj. I have no idea why Miraj was invited, but it could be because he is a five-star celeb. I went with Miraj to the party, as I was curious to see how Wogan had settled in a few houses away from the Alvi residence in the expensive part of town.
Upon arrival, I had Miraj introduce himself to host Wogan since that would only be proper after being invited. To my surprise, there was instant attraction, and after the initial introduction they were already at friend level. Three more polite friendly interactions and they were best friends. My jaw was more or less on my desktop.
I took my hands off the keyboard to see what would happen next. What happened was that my faithfully married Miraj began to flirt with Wogan of his own accord which was received well despite Wogan also being in a relationship. But then other guests broke in, and Miraj then spent some time playing guitar for everyone (he is a level 10 guitarist). After the party ended, I had Miraj ask if he could stay the night (the friendly interaction, mind). He could no problem, but Wogan had to leave for work soon after, so I had Miraj head home when he left.
But I sent him over again next morning. Because I felt like giving him this now that VJ has been so much out and about and making babies and whatnot.
Wogan's home was still open to enter for Miraj, so he did. The I took my hands off the keyboard again to simply observe. And I had to laugh at what happened next. Miraj was on the first floor having a drink from the juicebar there while Wogan was asleep. Suddenly, Miraj's eyes turned towards the ceiling whereafter he went upstairs. Wogan had gotten out of bed and was standing in just his boxers. Miraj bee-lined for him and started to flirt once again. I moused over Wogan's portrait up top to see what kind of flirt Miraj was using - it was 'compliment appearance'. Of course, I thought - but admittedly, I don't understand Miraj's taste completely, not when it comes to Wogan. Oh, well. *shrug*
They flirted some more and held hands. All very cute and autonomous. Wogan then had to leave for work again judging by his attire when he left. Before sending Miraj home though, I decided to use MC to "cancel" his marriage to VJ as well as Wogan's relationship with Lolly. I can't be bothered to purchase the clean slate LTR too often and I didn't want any hurt feelings anywhere, but inside myself.
And that is where I am now. I've decided to let Miraj pursue this thing with Wogan. Then VJ can also get back together with Lolly and the kids. For a while. Don't know yet how things will progress exactly, but I feel the game has given me this opportunity to breathe some fresh air, so I will definitely check it out. I'm still a bit flabbergasted though ;D
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 04, 2021, 04:56:36 AM
They are living next door to the Moore family who have a teenager, 2 boys and a girl as well as the baby. This family, the Brealey's, has 2 teenagers, boy and girl, and this little girl. They are in the posh part of town, up on the hill overlooking the river. The other teenager, Kaitlin, lives down the hill near the bridge. Those are the only kids I have in town for now.
Post by: Nindigo on October 04, 2021, 09:42:49 AM
It has only been some hours, but I already hate the new arrangement. It feels completely wrong. So, VJ is back with Miraj and co. while Wogan is with Lolly again. And now, I feel like putting Twinbrook behind me altogether and take my babies elsewhere and start fresh...I think I've been traumatized.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 04, 2021, 10:53:10 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 04, 2021, 12:23:32 PM
I can't leave this Twinbrook behind. I have invested far too much in all of the families there. Far, far too much.
In other news, I have gotten rid of the dog. This sounds bad, I know, but she started to growl randomly at her best friend forever, VJ - well, former best friend forever, because she recently betrayed him for plant-Prem instead. I will not have a dog growl at any one of my precious babies no matter how impossible they are. The only one who gets to do that is me. Period.
So, I'm considering a cat!
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 04, 2021, 12:31:52 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 04, 2021, 03:01:41 PM
My 1/2 alien-1/4 Egyptian-1/4 Miraj boy, Mac, just became a young adult, and I heart him so much <3
(https://i.ibb.co/bmhK3mm/Screenshot-12.jpg) (https://i.ibb.co/1n9PfVX/Screenshot-13.jpg)
And I caught Miraj with this face while he was making the bed...
(https://i.ibb.co/RzYhGyh/Screenshot-11.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 04, 2021, 03:10:03 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 15, 2021, 12:18:11 AM
Currently it counts only male individuals, but that's fine. I always do tend to gravitate towards that for some reason. Still a tomboy at heart, I guess.
Male Sims:
VJ Alvi (Sunset Valley native)
Miraj Alvi (Sunset Valley native)
Mac Ne'Xafughos (Miraj's ½ alien grandson)
Prem Alvi (Miraj's plantSim baby, teen)
Blackie Alvi (VJ and Miraj's grandson, teen)
Male cats:
Noodle Alvi (elder Bombay)
Sake Alvi (adult Havanna)
(https://i.ibb.co/NCqz44k/Screenshot-2.jpg)
I love my insane Mac.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 15, 2021, 06:06:04 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 15, 2021, 08:38:57 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 15, 2021, 09:32:05 AM
Just past midnight at the people-empty towncenter. Love Day just started...
(https://i.ibb.co/SfMQKdf/Screenshot-44.jpg)
❝Look, there is our lucky star.❞
PS: VJ has become a genie by way of elixir from the magic shop (Supernatural)
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 15, 2021, 09:33:54 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 15, 2021, 10:13:49 AM
I'm the adventurous type - in thought, at least. You might have noticed.
In this very moment, I'm taking the time to renew some of the townies' wardrobe...I decided to put to use some of the many costumes and unusual outfits from otherwise little used stuff and expansion packs. I'll be sure to grab some pictures. Why let the town become too drab, right?
It's never too late to leave the beaten path even if just for a little while ;)
Post by: Nindigo on October 15, 2021, 11:58:32 AM
Miraj and VJ have just returned home from the hospital with their newly engineered baby. I pause to get a picture of sleepy Miraj holding little Moth. Then I go to check out the little one's info and immediately notice a familiar moodlet - Fiendishly Delighted. Yikes! The baby is evil like VJ. And there he is resting comfortably on Dad Miraj's arm and enjoying him suffering from low needs :-\
(https://i.ibb.co/jHYNYqn/Screenshot-68.jpg)
My poor, cross-eyed Miraj...why did you want another baby? It's a genie too just like VJ.
Post by: Nindigo on October 15, 2021, 04:19:49 PM
Sunset Valley...was fishing down at the beach with Claire Ursine. Decided to use it as my desktop background.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 15, 2021, 04:21:07 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 16, 2021, 12:11:14 AM
Before I went to bed, I got the idea to go back a save from before VJ became a genie and have him and Miraj move out. There was only one house available at the opposite end of town thanks to the NRaas Story Progression mod. For some reason, I felt like spending some time with just them - the originals, the founding pair, the manifestations of my two major inner opposing forces. The good and the bad. The sun chasing the the moon and vice versa. Together, they are a way for me to express awkward myself. And that there was Nindigo's psychology class for the day ;D
Of course, the minute I unpaused the game, the aforementioned mod took over at the old Alvi household and assigned the teens jobs. Soon, they will probably all have been partnered up with someone as well. Meh. VJ and Miraj surprised me a bit and got all lovey-dovey of their own accord. I felt bad...apparently, they did not have the focus before to appreciate each other. And it was evil VJ who instigated. VJ, the attention craving child half of the pairing. It was cute and interesting to observe.
It's a good idea to have several saves from the same game. I still have the genie save, but I needed to go back some and do something different. We'll see where it leads, I guess.
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 16, 2021, 12:35:36 AM
I've tried using the night time photos as posters, but they don't turn out as well.
Sunset Valley...was fishing down at the beach with Claire Ursine. Decided to use it as my desktop background.
Post by: Nindigo on October 16, 2021, 12:42:37 AM
October 16, 2021
(https://i.ibb.co/L03Y6HF/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://ibb.co/FhFmJCr)
VJ's favorite food is sushi, and his favorite color is red.
(https://i.ibb.co/RjYyNg8/Screenshot-17.jpg) (https://ibb.co/XYj8DWH)
Yum? I've never had sushi in real life.
(https://i.ibb.co/0ChkHZL/Screenshot-23.jpg) (https://ibb.co/x1JyxGb)
One of the cats brought home a turtle who was dubbed Phoebe.
(https://i.ibb.co/tz5dcJ7/Screenshot-21.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8bVh27W)
Phoebe immediately received a warm welcome from Prem.
(https://i.ibb.co/m5HckY0/Screenshot-7.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7tG1PTQ)
Prem is almost a young adult now.
(https://i.ibb.co/3cq2cfX/Screenshot-32.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Rcmfchn)
He and Blackie are both athletic which causes poor Prem to wither.
(https://i.ibb.co/w0dq7jY/Screenshot-15.jpg) (https://ibb.co/2nFrSH5)
Blackie is looking a bit tired here.
(https://i.ibb.co/7jNVgRD/Screenshot-61.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Gn3kstD)
This is what Mac does when he needs to restore his alien brainpower. He doesn't sleep.
(https://i.ibb.co/F3RB7Pm/Screenshot-24.jpg) (https://ibb.co/02HfJwm)
This is what Miraj does first thing in the morning. VJ had been sprayed by a boobytrapped sink.
(https://i.ibb.co/j4h6MG1/Screenshot-25.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NYxVjpH)
Oh, Miraj...those eyes of yours.
(https://i.ibb.co/wgmwzYM/Screenshot-67.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4trYVJP)
I think they are aware of how crazy, but good, life is under Nindigo.
(https://i.ibb.co/c6GQtcT/Screenshot-14.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5rNLvWc)
And now, back to sleeeeep.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 16, 2021, 10:23:28 AM
They're not raw. On the outside you have a wrapper of nori (seaweed), followed by a layer of sticky rice. Inside you'll find some kind of seafood, usually crab with a veg like cucumber. You dip a piece in soya sauce and pop the whole thing in your mouth. Hmm, now I'm hungry for some.
Prem is a very handsome young man and I need some of what Mac is doing for when I don't sleep. I need to restore my brain power, alien or not.
Post by: Nindigo on October 16, 2021, 11:16:52 AM
Yep, I can relate to that. It's better now, though, after I've cut back on my anti-depressants.
Thanks for the enlightenment on the in-game sushi 👍
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 16, 2021, 12:17:58 PM
I find as long as the photo isn't too dark it comes out okay.
I wonder how this will work as a poster. But at least with the poster mod, I can make good looking and good sized pictures of my Sims themselves. Have you tried that yet?
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 16, 2021, 12:21:30 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 16, 2021, 12:28:34 PM
Quote
He's supposed to be using chopsticks. ::)
LaPaige: That level of sophistication was introduced in The Sims 4. Yet I assume that, if the sushi goes into his mouth and is swallowed, he is eating it correctly enough ;)
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 16, 2021, 12:35:57 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/dMb5tCk/VJ-Chop.jpg) (https://ibb.co/dMb5tCk)
Post by: Nindigo on October 16, 2021, 12:53:33 PM
It looks better, I agree!
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 16, 2021, 01:07:56 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 17, 2021, 10:34:52 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/RYtWMJQ/Screenshot-5.jpg)
Prem is learning about cooking from the TV, not getting the least bit distracted by the two things beside him.
(https://i.ibb.co/9cPYyv7/Screenshot-6.jpg)
Hello there, my boys <3
(https://i.ibb.co/rtrDGvk/Screenshot-10.jpg)
Yay! Mac has gotten himself a little wife from Bridgeport (Late Night expansion).
(https://i.ibb.co/vv2fPHW/Screenshot-12.jpg)
They are a great match and feel very attracted to each other. Her name is Pin Yin.
(https://i.ibb.co/tbpx4xF/Screenshot-13.jpg)
I'm sure they will make adorable kids who are as wack as Mac.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 17, 2021, 10:56:52 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 17, 2021, 01:11:36 PM
I have moved another Bridgeport homeless townie fave of mine in with the Alvis. Her name is Erika Talon and she is an adult vampire who also has a premade daughter in Bridgeport by name of Jessica. Erika is not evil and is prettier than her daughter in my opinion. I'm kinda curious to see if she can have good looking children with VJ, but otherwise, I just wanted a mama figure in house. Maybe the teen boys can be her foster kids or foster grandkids of sorts. She has an extended lifespan due to being a vampire and is somewhat close to being an elder.
Things always happen in my game. No such thing as status quo for more than a few days :)
Post by: Nindigo on October 17, 2021, 01:17:06 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/1qMWb4J/Screenshot-15.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 17, 2021, 01:20:56 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 21, 2021, 04:04:09 PM
Maybe I should try and use Miraj with her as well. A thing about the Sims from Bridgeport - they all have very big eyes. Even all the guys. And most have very sharp or "drawn up" facial features as well. It's a funny theme in that expansion (Late Night).
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 21, 2021, 04:09:01 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 21, 2021, 04:23:30 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 21, 2021, 04:27:32 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/zsrtDCM/Screenshot-18.jpg)
To be honest, I have been playing The Sims 4 the past few days. But I keep my Alvis close always.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 21, 2021, 04:53:03 PM
I'm just the opposite. It's fun giving the sims the personalities that they own IRL. Some of them I don't even like all that much but they're fun to have because I can make them dramatic or overly emotional, etc.
Post by: Nindigo on October 23, 2021, 10:43:57 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/pRk0Xt8/Screenshot-24.jpg)
I like him! I actually like that he is not Alvi through and through feature-wise. He has his mother's nose, eye color, hair color, and thicker lips than his dad. But there is still a lot of Miraj in the shape of his eyes, brow, and face, and he also has his light body frame. Drake just might be in for a sibling or two in the future :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 23, 2021, 03:11:41 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 23, 2021, 04:58:22 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 23, 2021, 06:35:43 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 26, 2021, 12:47:44 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/ckCFGRB/Screenshot-16.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/fvjYKrz/Screenshot-17.jpg)
The evil snob and the good diva don't get along. Blackie proceeded to savagely slap VJ two more times. And the next day, he did it again. They have no relationship left. At least it is the kid slapping the adult and not the other way around. Whether or not VJ is really an adult, however, is debatable. It's pretty childish and stupid to badmouth your own family on a regular basis. Miraj seems to have retreated to his own inner happy place. I suspect he is there most of the time, in fact...
(https://i.ibb.co/gZKZnhf/Screenshot-19.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 26, 2021, 01:07:20 PM
Miraj has the look of desperation in his eyes. "Maybe if I ignore this, it will go away!"
Post by: Nindigo on October 27, 2021, 05:01:52 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 27, 2021, 07:39:33 AM
Miraj does look like he's trying to drown out what's going on in the room. Poor guy. Hopefully those two fighting made up or went to their seperate corners.
I can't remember, but did I see you made Miraj and VJ in Sims 4? Or was that someone else you showed a screenshot of? .... Ohhh *Blush* It was someone else (https://www.carls-sims-4-guide.com/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=20929.0;attach=138490;image) you shared a screenshot of at Carl's.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 27, 2021, 08:14:54 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 27, 2021, 10:14:36 AM
Wishful thinking perhaps, MrsFlynn? I'm not brave enough to try and recreate them. Besides, their faces would look wrong what with the constant smiling in Sims 4. Sims 4 is way too cartoonish for my Alvis.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 27, 2021, 10:39:18 AM
LaPaige, I've been playing these guys on and off for something like 10 real life years. They practically are family :)
I believe that.
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 27, 2021, 11:22:26 AM
LaPaige, I've been playing these guys on and off for something like 10 real life years. They practically are family :)
Wishful thinking perhaps, MrsFlynn? I'm not brave enough to try and recreate them. Besides, their faces would look wrong what with the constant smiling in Sims 4. Sims 4 is way too cartoonish for my Alvis.
Post by: Nindigo on January 02, 2022, 04:47:18 AM
I feel most like picking up where I left in my wacky Twinbrook. Here is a little catching up for starters and for my own sake as well:
The Alvi Household
(https://i.ibb.co/QrFGwWk/Screenshot-28.jpg)
VJ is teaching Miraj's plantSim son, Prem, how to drive a couple of days before Prem's young adult birthday.
(https://i.ibb.co/F8tV59w/Screenshot-29.jpg)
Teenaged Blackie, grandchild of VJ and Miraj, is playing some mini golf after school. He and VJ do not get along at all.
(https://i.ibb.co/DDP1zg1/Screenshot-30.jpg)
Vampire Erika Talon from Bridgeport is resorting to the indoor activities during the day. She is providing babies.
(https://i.ibb.co/zSLz8JD/Screenshot-31.jpg)
Miraj is wanting to write a book and enjoying the pool I gave the family back.
(https://i.ibb.co/fXs6zQG/Screenshot-32.jpg)
Drake Talon, son of Miraj and Erika. Another baby is currently under way, fathered by VJ via pollination.
(A method of conception offered by the NRaas Master Controller cheat module)
(https://i.ibb.co/F7cSsQp/Screenshot-33.jpg)
The household includes two adopted cats. This is elderly Noodle.
(https://i.ibb.co/1Tvw0NB/Screenshot-34.jpg)
And this is Sake.
Post by: Nindigo on January 02, 2022, 09:53:16 AM
Mailman delivers bills...
Then changes into swimwear
Then heads for my Sims' pool
Then changes into everyday clothes when halfway there
Then runs back to the sidewalk and heads home, still running, now with boths hands to his head
Post by: Lapaige46 on January 02, 2022, 12:57:37 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on January 02, 2022, 07:27:08 PM
Post by: Nindigo on January 28, 2022, 10:16:33 AM
Prem 'the plantSim' Alvi has become a young adult, and I decided to move him out in order to create some more space for the two nooboos. Yes, there are two now. Baby Drake Talon (becomes a toddler in a day) has a half sister now in Scarlet Talon who is a vampire baby. They share the same mother, Erika Talon, and their fathers are VJ and Miraj respectively. Because I was curious as to how those pairings would express themselves.
VJ and Miraj have reverted to just being brothers. I like that.
In other news, Mac the insane half alien son of Miraj has become a father. I will endeavor to get screenshots ASAP.
Post by: Nindigo on February 04, 2022, 04:00:15 AM
Here is a shot from Moonlight Falls, from beach to beach. I'm playing the fairy, Marigold Maldano.
(https://i.ibb.co/zHn0cFV/Screenshot-22.jpg)
Marigold is working on her lifetime wish to own a perfect garden. She quit her job as a pastry chef and is selling her produce for a living instead. She is also collecting various precious rocks, metals, and insects on the side. She has, with my help, gotten herself a werewolf boyfriend, whom she just had a fantastic date with at the Arboretum. I do have plans for at least one future baby. The Maldano line must continue, of course, as they used to be a family of powerful (and insane) fairies. Unfortunately, Marigold is currently the last living/surviving member. Whether or not she is going to marry is uncertain at this time.
Right now, I'm just playing basegame + Moonlight Falls, but I'm considering adding the Pets expansion. And I'm using mods, of course. NRaas ones and some others that I like.
Post by: Nindigo on February 04, 2022, 05:29:07 AM
Oh, well. It doesn't have to happen right away, right?
Post by: Nindigo on February 04, 2022, 12:23:26 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/HVSvg3y/Screenshot-23.jpg) (https://ibb.co/t4GfCF6)
Dante Morganthe, a vampire, who had the audacity to be offensive. Marigold "blessed" him with a fairy trick called 'Inner Beauty'. Hopefully, that will teach him.
(https://i.ibb.co/BywL9GJ/Screenshot-24.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Mc9nmfH)
The graveyard. I noticed something on the tree trunk...
(https://i.ibb.co/f8h6w8b/Screenshot-25.jpg) (https://ibb.co/B4XWM4m)
It's dark, but there is a little heart carving :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 04, 2022, 12:55:44 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 04, 2022, 05:50:37 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 04, 2022, 06:49:57 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/6XrcBjG/Screenshot-29.jpg)
Still haven't decided on his first name, though. The entire name will be 'Something' Brown Maldano.
He is a Pisces, likes indie music, dim sum, and the color pink. He is insane and good.
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 04, 2022, 06:58:59 PM
Bryson
Blake
Brayden
Brinkley
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 04, 2022, 10:07:19 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 04, 2022, 11:54:12 PM
But thank you for your input *bows in grattitude*
Post by: Nindigo on February 05, 2022, 03:13:03 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/9q1ycq7/Screenshot-34.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 05, 2022, 10:03:11 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 05, 2022, 10:07:27 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 05, 2022, 10:30:16 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 05, 2022, 01:15:13 PM
*using Alien Sky lighting mod by brntwaffles
(https://i.ibb.co/YTWnVzS/Screenshot-38.jpg) (https://ibb.co/LhPjsLy)
Lunar landscape 1
(https://i.ibb.co/SXxb4JR/Screenshot-40.jpg) (https://ibb.co/TBT6xrm)
Lunar landscape 2
(https://i.ibb.co/7Vj4RtM/Screenshot-36.jpg) (https://ibb.co/RPYyBTr)
The great lunar lake
(https://i.ibb.co/R2dgCBV/Screenshot-41.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Q9tJ6C1)
Swinging in early morning
(https://i.ibb.co/TYqn5Q5/Screenshot-44.jpg) (https://ibb.co/HBpMQcQ)
Theresa and her lunar kitty
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 05, 2022, 01:24:40 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 05, 2022, 01:39:11 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 05, 2022, 02:31:06 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 06, 2022, 12:18:20 AM
Pappy Wolff seems to have encountered a problem when he entered his werewolf form during the full moon last night. A lot of him is missing...
(https://i.ibb.co/VqRMbrh/Screenshot-61.jpg) (https://ibb.co/YLmfJYK)
(https://i.ibb.co/MhCSVG6/Screenshot-62.jpg) (https://ibb.co/cvr3FCL)
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 06, 2022, 07:42:35 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 06, 2022, 10:59:56 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 06, 2022, 01:07:49 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 06, 2022, 01:32:10 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 07, 2022, 12:55:30 AM
On a full moon night, the little cub practiced his howling and hung out with his mum and dad.
I'm in the process of planning the next baby, as I would love to also have a fairy child.
(https://i.ibb.co/vs26Qjf/Screenshot-48.jpg) (https://ibb.co/N1wdmyf)
(https://i.ibb.co/dLGrq3v/Screenshot-49.jpg) (https://ibb.co/mX6GwYK)
(https://i.ibb.co/VHzLdgz/Screenshot-50.jpg) (https://ibb.co/PTPrRcP)
(https://i.ibb.co/4tWrc1b/Screenshot-51.jpg) (https://ibb.co/LRS7MNT)
(https://i.ibb.co/B3bgTbF/Screenshot-52.jpg) (https://ibb.co/T26HP6d)
(https://i.ibb.co/b77JDGP/Screenshot-54.jpg) (https://ibb.co/DLLpTjt)
(https://i.ibb.co/7J7kNxn/Screenshot-55.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4ZB1gw8)
(https://i.ibb.co/qg8TKF1/Screenshot-56.jpg) (https://ibb.co/wQq5Vr6)
Post by: Nindigo on February 07, 2022, 11:11:33 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/CQPVDwD/Screenshot.jpg) (https://ibb.co/gJ4thrh)
Insane like his mother. That is what causes this expression.
(https://i.ibb.co/MsC1371/Screenshot-2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/yXQkbqk)
The first book he ever read: Compendium of Curses
(https://i.ibb.co/QknP0bP/Screenshot-8.jpg) (https://ibb.co/kJ04ZH4)
Marigold is expecting again. The family is doing well.
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 07, 2022, 11:57:31 AM
Congrats on the 2nd baby!! :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 07, 2022, 02:12:21 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 07, 2022, 03:57:28 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 07, 2022, 04:09:44 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 07, 2022, 04:13:40 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 07, 2022, 11:00:54 PM
Well...I do love the werewolf babies too. But I also wanted a winged one to carry on the "quirky" fairy line. Marigold's wings are quite pretty.
Post by: Nindigo on February 08, 2022, 01:41:28 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/DKcyKJy/Screenshot-14.jpg) (https://ibb.co/cTfHTBH)
Post by: Nindigo on February 08, 2022, 11:13:28 AM
I have returned home to my Alvi family...my babies. It feels so good to be back. I have no plans as such. Just want to hang and observe. Ideas usually pop up down the road at some point.
(https://i.ibb.co/r28jmBQ/Screenshot.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8gvC0ym)
Additional:
Miraj's perfect pancakes provide a whopping +75 moodlet for 8 hours :o :o ;D
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 08, 2022, 01:34:30 PM
Looks like a warm sunny day. :)
Post by: Nindigo on February 08, 2022, 03:49:37 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 09, 2022, 01:20:13 AM
More piccies and update.
So, the relationship between VJ and Miraj is mutable in my quirky universe. It is a game and things in it do not have to play slave to the laws of real life, natural or otherwise. Meaning, VJ and Miraj tossed their being brothers aside and rejoined in marriage. I ran into an issue though, one I couldn't live with. As brothers, they were still attracted to one another due to their former state as spouses. But as it often happens when taking the WooHooer mod out and putting it back in, this changed after they became spouses again. Now, I may force all kinds of strangeness onto my Sims, but I feel spouses should at the very least feel attracted to each other.
But I was out of space with the household counting 7 Sims already, so I moved out the de-fanged and now elderly Erika and the resurrected and "adopted" dead child, Wilhelmina Leaf. I put them right next door, so that Erika has her two toddlers close by and little Wilhelmina Leaf her adopted family nearby as well. Then I moved a saved bin-version of VJ and Miraj in and was lucky in that the "new" version of Miraj and resident VJ felt the old attraction. Thus, I deleted the resident Miraj and the "new" version of VJ. I had just created the bin-versions, so nothing was lost in terms of skills, achievements, and lifetime rewards. Yay!
Instead of moving Erika and Wilhelmina Leaf back in, however, I decided to stick with the relative calm of 5 Sims plus the two cats. Alas, I discovered that Noodle is almost a dead cat, so I decided to add a third; a female - and pollinated her with Noodle, so now she is expecting his kittens. Yay!
This is the household as it looks now:
VJ and Miraj, both age frozen - VJ is 1 day into (mature) adulthood, Miraj is 2 days before (mature) adulthood
Blackie, who is the grandkid of VJ and Miraj through offspring from a time machine (he is almost a young adult)
Drake Talon, son of Erika and Miraj (toddler)
Scarlet Talon, daughter of Erika and VJ (toddler)
Noodle, elderly (almost dead) Bombay male cat
Sake, young Havana Brown male cat
Kobe, young Maine Coon female cat
Pictures:
(https://i.ibb.co/fvdcpnx/Screenshot-2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/zJVkR74)
(https://i.ibb.co/C111bZN/Screenshot-3.jpg) (https://ibb.co/GxxxWLB)
VJ at beekeeping. I couldn't get very good quality honey though.
(https://i.ibb.co/nc40bj3/Screenshot-5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/qshndp0)
VJ's squealing vampire toddler held by Miraj...
(https://i.ibb.co/nwSMyfh/Screenshot-6.jpg) (https://ibb.co/rQJ2hMn)
Kobe the new kitty with kittens in her belly.
(https://i.ibb.co/Vx8pJyY/Screenshot-7.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vh8vV54)
(https://i.ibb.co/4KVCX4z/Screenshot-8.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8N7GfPq)
VJ thought it was fun to leave Miraj's fully dressed toddler by the sprinkler while playing with it himself.
(https://i.ibb.co/wYCg0yX/Screenshot-9.jpg) (https://ibb.co/yV5Pf01)
I decided to add some order and structure to the garden. I quite like it.
(https://i.ibb.co/7KLnnNd/Screenshot-10.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Zx7BB1p)
How the backyard looks as of now.
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 09, 2022, 07:43:39 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 09, 2022, 08:33:52 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 10, 2022, 12:02:07 AM
VJ had these three wishes all at once: Travel to France, Travel with Miraj, Travel Abroad
Miraj had the latter, so I decided to send the two to Champs Les Sims. Boy, was that fate. Three days after coming home (and I had not saved, because I let the game run while I was doing house chores), the save became corrupt and could no longer be saved - as in actually saved; I got an error message that said it couldn't.
So, I had to go back to the last save from France just before they went back home. I lost Kobe's two kittens, but I am happy to report that she gave birth to the exact same kittens again. She had a male and a female, whom I named Milo and Luna. Luna was destructive off the bat, but after only two scoldings by neat Miraj, she lost that trait - phew.
(https://i.ibb.co/6bqR0gh/Screenshot-15.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5vJWhBD)
Champs Les Sims, The Abandoned Nectary.
(https://i.ibb.co/Vwss5Xj/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://ibb.co/wcffjD0)
After I renovated the nectary, I decided to move the Alvis into a small house - The Poinsetta.
(https://i.ibb.co/PDjP7GL/Screenshot-17.jpg) (https://ibb.co/41tX6Rq)
Back.
(https://i.ibb.co/VSWKc4J/Screenshot-18.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BZV15Mc)
Front.
(https://i.ibb.co/LRQj510/Screenshot-19.jpg) (https://ibb.co/XLy08tW)
VJ being cute for a moment.
(https://i.ibb.co/FW5rGh9/Screenshot-22.jpg) (https://ibb.co/rtxjnQg)
Tree of Life, now hanging at home.
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 10, 2022, 02:39:32 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 10, 2022, 02:48:42 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 10, 2022, 03:31:24 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/28k5XmF/Screenshot-40.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xm73VP2)
Milo is the fluffier one.
(https://i.ibb.co/wrS1KKp/Screenshot-37.jpg) (https://ibb.co/LhxfCC9)
Mom and dad playing.
(https://i.ibb.co/N9QqnKV/Screenshot-55.jpg) (https://ibb.co/CbNysQ1)
Luna is playing with her dad. Mom is going outside.
(https://i.ibb.co/qkCNRKh/Screenshot-25.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bzFsrTY)
Kobe while pregnant.
(https://i.ibb.co/xFH4Tvh/Screenshot-24.jpg) (https://ibb.co/TWLC3Xc)
Sake and Noodle. Sake is almost always out hunting. He has caught many insects, snakes, rats and whatnot.
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 10, 2022, 03:39:42 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 10, 2022, 03:48:56 PM
On Facebook I follow a couple of people who foster kittens. They post videos regularly. I love watching them.
I've had cats for years and even raised a litter of 5 kittens. I keep thinking that I should get a cat but then I remember how I have no more cat hair, no more litter box and not more torn up furniture. I lost my last cat about 5 years ago. She was 16 years old and the last of the litter of 5. She was the runt and even at 16, she still looked and played like a kitten.
Post by: Nindigo on February 11, 2022, 01:24:49 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 11, 2022, 01:13:59 PM
In my Bridgeport save, I now have eight Sims in my household. I have disabled autonomy and use static needs for this save, because otherwise, I don't think I could manage.
I am playing with the Littler family and have for a couple of weeks on and off. At the beginning of the game, I kicked out the cheating husband and father as well as the live-in nanny, as the two resident kids were too old for one in my humble opinion.
Things have unfolded quite a bit since then. The household now consists of the following Sims, all celebrities:
- Renee Littler, mom and just turned vampire
- Bronson, teenage son
- Deirdre, teenage daughter
and additionally...
- Wogan Hemlock, Renee's vampire fiancé
- Wogan's toddler twins, boy and girl, by his ex-wife
- Elspeth Cook, Bronson's teenage girlfriend
- Jupiter Belle, Deirdre's teenage boyfriend
I have a story going on my head like I do for all my saves. It is like a rough idea and then I let the game and my whims fill in the rest. The official story is that there is a war going on in Bridgeport between two vampire clans; Wogan Hemlock of the elder clan and Elvira Slayer, who is herself a powerful and ambitious old vampire, plotting to take over the scene.
I have always taken Elvira's side up until now. This time, I am going with Wogan. Of course, there are all sorts of intricacies and problems, because Wogan's now ex-wife is best friends forever with Elvira Slayer, and their premade toddler daughter, Belisama, is also a good friend of Elvira. Before I had Wogan break things off with his enemy wife, however, Story Progression had given them the twins mentioned above. Since they did not have any relationship with Elvira Slayer, I had Wogan bring them with him to Renee's house, where he is establishing his new powerbase.
So, as you can see, this save is a project of its own.
Besides my Alvis in Twinbrook and the Bridgeport save, I also have my growing Lunar Lake family, and also the Irwin family in Lucky Palms. Oh, and Marigold in Moonlight Falls. This is what it can be like to have an attention deficiency disorder, but I also grow attached to all these Sims too. Oh, my...
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 11, 2022, 01:24:08 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 11, 2022, 01:35:00 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 11, 2022, 02:17:04 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 11, 2022, 03:27:01 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 12, 2022, 08:46:17 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 12, 2022, 09:13:05 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/vHFGzVk/Screenshot-12.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KXPkybW)
(https://i.ibb.co/0m8Sf8J/Screenshot-13.jpg) (https://ibb.co/hLhjKh8)
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 12, 2022, 09:44:57 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 12, 2022, 11:14:36 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/L0jThWp/Screenshot-15.jpg) (https://ibb.co/D1cBgyK)
(https://i.ibb.co/BLrpd0t/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://ibb.co/nrnGZxb)
(https://i.ibb.co/pJ9vjYp/Screenshot-17.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5BfWhbV)
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 12, 2022, 11:17:27 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 12, 2022, 12:38:03 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/DLLb5pr/Screenshot-29.jpg) (https://i.ibb.co/FJnhzXG/Screenshot-30.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 12, 2022, 12:55:52 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 12, 2022, 01:05:37 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 12, 2022, 01:16:25 PM
The family, including the other cats, go to it to mourn him.
If he comes out to haunt often, I will probably move the grave to a different lot. Pet ghosts are a wee bit creepy in this game.
Post by: Nindigo on February 12, 2022, 03:41:50 PM
Noodle's ghost came out and reflected upon things.
(https://i.ibb.co/GcDH8Yp/Screenshot-36.jpg) (https://ibb.co/kQTmwbB)
The kittens are all grown up now. This is Luna.
(https://i.ibb.co/pvMPm9s/Screenshot-37.jpg) (https://ibb.co/JRGdhMb)
This is Milo.
(https://i.ibb.co/qMDxhpS/Screenshot-38.jpg) (https://ibb.co/tMH3nDG)
I can't decide who to keep and who to give to family. If any.
(https://i.ibb.co/LRM9vN1/Screenshot-40.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NCXW7TK)
Yowling to the stereo. The remaining four kitties. Kobe is now expecting Sake's kittens, as Sake is now an elder (not on the pic though).
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 12, 2022, 03:51:12 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 14, 2022, 10:03:57 AM
Milo and Luna are temporarily living with Prem and Blackie, because there are new kittens in the house, Biscuit and Cookie, sire by the now elderly Sake. Also, the two Talon-teenagers are residing with their mom now. The Alvi household now looks like this:
VJ & Miraj
Vana Yin Alvi, toddler, and experimental kid by VJ and Pin Yin from Bridgeport (who is married to Miraj's alien son, Mac).
Sake, elderly male Havana Brown cat
Kobe, adult female Maine Coon cat
Biscuit and Cookie, kittens
Pictures:
(https://i.imgur.com/ZDtGQ9em.jpg)
Kobe, Cookie and Biscuit
(https://i.imgur.com/JarR5DMm.jpg)
Sake and Cookie
(https://i.imgur.com/FCo319tm.jpg)
Miraj and Biscuit
(https://i.imgur.com/NDmB8VEm.jpg)
It is raining, VJ...
(https://i.imgur.com/fuH14EUm.jpg)
Noodle's ghost
Post by: Nindigo on February 15, 2022, 09:47:27 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/FmT7XQ7/Screenshot.jpg)
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 15, 2022, 09:57:53 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 15, 2022, 11:05:22 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 15, 2022, 11:21:49 AM
Yes. I'm amazed at how quickly she has become rich by playing for tips in the subway :o
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 15, 2022, 02:04:44 PM
I've read though that subways usually don't work all that well in other EA towns.
Post by: Nindigo on February 15, 2022, 03:04:34 PM
Fortunately, Polly didn't have far to the bookshop where she worked, until she quit. The subway is conveniently right outside her door. Having mastered the guitar, she can easily earn 5000 Simoleons in half a day's time or so.
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 15, 2022, 04:58:36 PM
*High-Five* to Polly for earning that much money so quickly!! :)
Post by: Nindigo on February 17, 2022, 12:00:19 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/tlLVnts.jpg)
Polly and celebrity, Matthew Hamming. Behind is a jealous vampire...
(https://i.imgur.com/708FmRH.jpg)
One thing leads to another when the Watcher pulls the strings...
I renovated Polly's basement appartment. It can house more than one Sim now.
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 17, 2022, 03:16:50 AM
Will you be sharing photos of the renovated apartment?
Post by: Nindigo on February 17, 2022, 08:18:00 AM
Just played around with the Alvis just now...
(https://i.imgur.com/zuC8XHJ.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 17, 2022, 08:36:56 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 17, 2022, 09:19:55 AM
Yes...sorta trying to make them look like a they do on somebody's picture, I found on Google. I need smaller irises for them though. Can't find any.
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 17, 2022, 09:43:26 AM
No, LaPaige. I gave them wings ::)
Yes...sorta trying to make them look like a they do on somebody's picture, I found on Google. I need smaller irises for them though. Can't find any.
Post by: Nindigo on February 17, 2022, 10:24:36 AM
In general, I dislike too much change. But for some reason, I wanted to try those looks out that I had seen.
Most of all, I'm particular about Miraj's appearance - especially his eyes. Eyes are important to me in real life too. Not mine, but everyone elses. Personality is in the eyes. If the eyes change, the feel of the person change for me.
Here is the link to the picture, I found: Click (https://www.deviantart.com/avaricioussims/art/Sims-3-All-Grown-Up-Miraj-and-VJ-Alvi-353341901)
Post by: Nindigo on February 17, 2022, 12:34:40 PM
THE eyes! (https://imaginariesims.livejournal.com/2198.html) - I decided to use the B1 version
Post by: Nindigo on February 17, 2022, 01:36:19 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/ffweLjK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/2QCemmE.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 17, 2022, 01:42:46 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 17, 2022, 01:45:59 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 17, 2022, 10:54:49 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 17, 2022, 11:06:52 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 18, 2022, 06:57:10 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 18, 2022, 07:36:55 AM
Some people will do anything to rise to the top. 8)Polly is actually not like that. She is just a hopeless romantic who wants to have a lot of friends. I wanted to try and get her and Matthew Hamming together manually, because NRaas Story Progression frequently pairs them up in other saves - both mine and other people's from what I hear. Hamming is a hopeless romantic himself and flirty, but is afraid of commitment. Perhaps he is afraid that people just want his money. Polly has her own money now ;)
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 18, 2022, 07:56:44 AM
It sounds like they've found their "person".
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 18, 2022, 08:02:18 AM
https://sims.fandom.com/wiki/Polly_Maloney
https://sims.fandom.com/wiki/Matthew_Hamming
Post by: Nindigo on February 18, 2022, 09:12:17 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 18, 2022, 09:13:08 AM
Oh, duh!!! I just realized that their background would be based on the traits they're given. Never mind. My brain seems to be non-functioning today. LOL
Time to go make my bed and have a shower.
Post by: Nindigo on February 19, 2022, 12:40:58 AM
When I watch videos about The Sims on YouTube, I never watch those where people play with their own creations. What I'm wanting to see is what other players decide to do with the premades I know and love :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 19, 2022, 08:16:29 AM
Because I'm rebuilding RV from scratch, I am populating it with people from my real life or a character from tv. Shemar Moore is from Criminal Minds (that happened by accident :D) and when I showed my sister, she said she'd rather see Sam Heughan from Outlander, so that's my Cameron. Then there's my take on Gordon Ramsey and Ramona Singer from the Real Housewives of New York. She was also an accident. I was flipping through random sims in CAS and up she popped. I suspect the game creators have also used real people because Ramona is much too close to the real person to be unintentional.
Post by: Nindigo on April 01, 2022, 01:20:26 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/KqHJY9B/04-01-22-10-15-45-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/85VHJjG)
Her name is Rebekah...
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 01, 2022, 01:49:24 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 01, 2022, 02:36:29 PM
Post by: Nindigo on April 02, 2022, 10:51:26 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/JQYg22N/04-02-22-7-47-03-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/m8ngttm)
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 02, 2022, 10:53:37 AM
Love the bike.
Post by: Nindigo on April 02, 2022, 11:12:05 AM
Cassidy was saved from her public pickle. She is now happily cooking in the second home I built for her. Wasn't happy with the first.
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 02, 2022, 11:30:01 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 02, 2022, 12:46:00 PM
Post by: Nindigo on April 03, 2022, 12:37:57 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 03, 2022, 01:42:55 PM
resetSim Firstname Lastname and then click Enter.
I had a feeling that was correct, but wanted to search on that to be sure. :)
https://help.ea.com/en/help/the-sims/the-sims-4/how-to-reset-stuck-and-unresponsive-sims-in-the-sims-4/
I feel some how I should know this basic "cheat". *Blush*
Post by: Nindigo on April 04, 2022, 11:15:37 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/hgnxMhj/04-04-22-4-16-34-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/sgDpPkG)
(https://i.ibb.co/Wxn7vqp/04-04-22-4-22-46-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/1vZBGhJ)
(https://i.ibb.co/wpx7tnx/04-04-22-4-27-51-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/DwSYdBS)
(https://i.ibb.co/2c40GVr/04-04-22-4-28-04-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/F8TkRZ1)
(https://i.ibb.co/KGRZqND/04-04-22-4-38-50-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4f9yTs2)
(https://i.ibb.co/xX3Jqb2/04-04-22-5-05-34-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jbHgkY8)
(https://i.ibb.co/yqGTDbX/04-04-22-7-56-50-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fHBRbP2)
(https://i.ibb.co/25mWTpd/04-04-22-9-49-10-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/mS1b3P4)
Post by: Nindigo on April 04, 2022, 11:17:11 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 05, 2022, 06:48:40 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 05, 2022, 10:34:36 AM
I remember reading about Strangeville and there being a set storyline that players can play through. Some players weren't happy with it, it seems - stating there wasn't much to it. I don't know. I never played it. We stopped getting Sims 4 content a few years or so ago.
I figured it would be cool for the scenery. Hopefully you're enjoying the playthrough?
Post by: Nindigo on April 05, 2022, 12:41:41 PM
Post by: Nindigo on April 08, 2022, 04:23:36 PM
Also, there are heaps of things in the game I haven't tried yet.
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 08, 2022, 06:16:51 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/9wNY24F/earl-gray-tea-cookies.jpg) (https://ibb.co/9wNY24F)
Post by: Nindigo on April 12, 2022, 01:45:35 AM
I'm now playing the City Native aspiration with a Sim I created myself. I love the San Myshuno neighborhood. There is so much to do and try. I'm actually planning for Josie to have a kid with her merman boyfriend from the Sulani neighborhood (Island Living expansion). She has learned all of the 27 food recipes that came with the City Living expansion - yum! She is working as a social media person which is going well. And which is also something I haven't tried out before. She also runs a basketball club, because all those calories from eating so much delicious asian food need burning :P
I'm really happy with my Josie Ng.
(https://i.ibb.co/w72BP9n/04-11-22-7-18-45-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BGYcQXh)
(https://i.ibb.co/gdJ3z1c/04-12-22-9-06-00-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/T1tkmXN)
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 12, 2022, 07:20:31 AM
I love Josie. She's gorgeous.
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 12, 2022, 06:39:45 PM
Post by: Nindigo on April 16, 2022, 01:30:15 AM
Sulani is B-eautiful...
(https://i.ibb.co/bghNrqs/04-15-22-11-59-56-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ynTg8G6)
I will get more piccies.
Post by: Nindigo on April 16, 2022, 03:21:52 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/sRZxGpf/04-16-22-12-13-06-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/72fRPVN/04-16-22-12-13-58-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/1RsB80J/04-16-22-12-14-08-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/pytpCXX/04-16-22-12-14-11-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/1vYmLdX/04-16-22-12-14-22-PM.jpg)
Post by: Nindigo on April 16, 2022, 03:22:10 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/z4RW29h/04-16-22-12-14-31-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/CHs6zcF/04-16-22-12-15-38-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/hRQnM5s/04-16-22-12-16-00-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/BnV1G35/04-16-22-12-16-07-PM.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 16, 2022, 10:48:22 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 16, 2022, 01:01:51 PM
Post by: Nindigo on April 17, 2022, 11:33:39 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 17, 2022, 11:35:35 AM
Post by: Nindigo on April 17, 2022, 07:35:50 PM
I have built a simple gym on one available lot and a third beach on another. Because the island feasts are calorie heavy. And I don't feel like leaving Sulani to make Duane and others lose weight. In other news, he has become a spellcaster with a focus on mischief magic since he and Maui are all about mischief. I can incorporate a relaxed level of magic. He is afterall inspired by a demi-god. So, it makes sense to me at least.
I'm doing a lot with him and trying out a few mods on the side.
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 17, 2022, 10:24:08 PM
Post by: Nindigo on April 22, 2022, 09:26:33 AM
The lottery is a regular event that came with the Seasons expansion pack in The Sims 4.
This is only the second time I have had a winning Sim.
It's funny to have that much money legitimately for once. ::)
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 22, 2022, 10:15:19 AM
;D
Congrats to Duane.
Post by: Nindigo on April 22, 2022, 12:01:49 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 22, 2022, 12:29:13 PM
Post by: Nindigo on April 23, 2022, 12:35:26 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/fCm3PPP/04-23-22-9-29-39-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Ytv5qqq)
Below the remaining five since I'm allowed to post only five image per post.
Post by: Nindigo on April 23, 2022, 12:36:36 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/C2SZ71V/04-23-22-9-28-33-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/SrZ8nsV)
(https://i.ibb.co/wcJ7RkH/04-23-22-9-28-43-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xFmYDkv)
(https://i.ibb.co/vkJVkPh/04-23-22-9-28-50-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7KGjKWQ)
(https://i.ibb.co/4SDTcTt/04-23-22-9-28-54-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/qg4szsj)
(https://i.ibb.co/pPgXhzg/04-23-22-9-29-08-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4fcN1Tc)
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 23, 2022, 05:47:42 AM
Post by: Nindigo on April 24, 2022, 08:54:51 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 24, 2022, 11:00:50 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 27, 2022, 11:10:35 AM
Post by: Nindigo on April 29, 2022, 01:17:50 AM
Post by: Nindigo on April 29, 2022, 02:04:51 PM
Running a resort is not something I have tried before. Anyone care to join in the experiment? I don't play with VJ this time, just Miraj. And I'm not doing anything to upgrade the resort for now, because I want to get a feel for it first. There are other expensive and higher rated premade resorts one can buy later on.
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 29, 2022, 02:22:03 PM
Post by: Nindigo on April 29, 2022, 03:02:07 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 29, 2022, 03:43:10 PM
Post by: Nindigo on April 30, 2022, 03:55:28 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/vwGF696/Screenshot-7.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/mDM6vNk/Screenshot-8.jpg)
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 30, 2022, 04:24:36 AM
Post by: Nindigo on April 30, 2022, 05:23:01 AM
I re-arranged the reception+dining area as well. After tearing down two bungalows, I placed a "resort tower" which I have improved to the max level, so it now offers spa and tattoo features. Occupancy capacity is now 50. It's entertaining to see how townsfolk check in, spend the days and nights. I have a top notch maintenance worker, but she doesn't do repairs. I have Miraj do those manually. I'm using skill and money cheats, because I just want to explore the resort feature and gameplay.
The customer reviews let one know what facilities people feel should be added to the resort. If you serve meals from the buffet table according to what time of day it is, occupants will happily stuff themselves. They may complain if a certain meal isn't available - dinner or lunch, for example. So there are things for one's resort owner to do.
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 30, 2022, 05:36:34 AM
I grabbed the lot and played with it in build mode a bit, in a temporary save. Trying to get a feel for how this lot will work out if that makes sense. Thank you for the tip about fixing the pool by leveling the terrain. I kept looking at your photo and asking how did she do that.
I am very happy that it's working out for you. Giving me better hope that I'll be able to do this or work together to figure it out. Hahaha
Question: Did you buy the resort and do some renovations in Live mode, or do some renos before buying it, in Edit Town mode?
I'm kind of stuck in how to jump into this.
Post by: Nindigo on April 30, 2022, 05:59:12 AM
The resort opens when you have purchased it if it has a check-in counter - you can choose to close it immediately by clicking on the lot from a distance or clicking on the check-in counter, and then work on it before opening it again. Simple.
Post by: Nindigo on April 30, 2022, 06:05:55 AM
Post by: Nindigo on April 30, 2022, 08:04:27 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/6mT2LbV/Screenshot-14.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/yf5VvpV/Screenshot-15.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/XYwFJTj/Screenshot-17.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/9r552gL/Screenshot-19.jpg)
Currently, the revenue is 1800 and expenses are around 800. Simoleons, that is.
Here is what I have (items from Island Paradise in bold):
- the main building with the front desk, grand buffet table (20 Simoleons) plus dining area
- the five premade "bungalows" all feature a TV by default. I think they count as recreational objects
- there is also a pool and a small gym above the entrance
- beach resort tower upgraded to maxim level - 50/50 occupancy - and features a full spa experience - 600 Simoleons
- roomservice and spa services are on - 100 Simoleons combined
- Five premade "bungalows" that came with the lot where guests spend the night and watch TV
- a 24/7 front desk worker - 100 Simoleons
- a high quality maintenance worker - 100 Simoleons
Post by: Nindigo on April 30, 2022, 08:56:07 AM
On an unrelated note, guests use both bungalows and the resort tower when they turn in for the night. Interesting...
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 30, 2022, 12:03:44 PM
Questions:
Did you build the resort from scratch or did it come with an expansion pack?
Could I create my own resort or should I download one?
Is there a "Resort" designation in Edit Town?
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 30, 2022, 12:46:03 PM
Since you don't have Island Paradise, the lot type and the objects you'd be needing for this aren't available. However you can still create the rooms/areas needed to make a resort type lot.
Nindigo and I both are using a lot called Salty Springs Resort. It's a 40x40 residential lot that comes from Lucky Palms. We changed into a community > resort lot type. I will be attaching the lot along with some photos of the lot to this post below.
We did not build from scratch, though we are adding objects from Island Paradise to help make it into a resort.
You can take the lot and place it in Riverview if you'd like. I'm playing in Sunset Valley and have added it to the end of Pinochle Point.
House Photos: I didn't get a overview shot of roof up or front of house shot.
Installation:
The lot is in .package format, and need to be placed in the Sims 3 Library folder.
\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3\Library
The lot can be found in the Show Empty Houses tab in the in-game library.
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 30, 2022, 12:52:31 PM
Post by: Nindigo on April 30, 2022, 01:32:50 PM
The specific lot type 'Resort' came with the Island Paradise expansion pack. Two objects from that expansion pack are needed to open a resort lot; the Resort Tower and the Island Bell Hoppers' Front Desk.
No, I did not transfer the Island Paradise beach resort lot to Lucky Palms. There is a premade residential lot in Lucky Palms that was made to look like a resort, but is not. That lot is named Salty Springs Resort. This is what MrsFlynn and I have been converting to an actual resort lot. That is, we have changed the lot type to 'Resort' and added in the two required objects mentioned above. Or at least tried to, in a meaningful way. I made room for the Resort Tower by removing two bungalows, and then put the Island Bell Hoppers' Front Desk in the main (largest) room/building, so that guests can check in.
Hope this clarifies any remaining confusion should it be present.
And also, it is the running of a resort specifically that I'm wanting to explore - not the building of one.
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 30, 2022, 04:11:54 PM
Here's what I've done so far: (Click images to see larger view)
I did notice no one stayed the night, so I went ahead with the room renovations. I like what furniture came with the rooms, so I'm keeping most of it and changing the colors and whatnot.
I did see a few Sims go into the resort tower rabbithole, but most of the Sims that were there during the day left probably around 10pm or so.
Post by: Nindigo on May 01, 2022, 05:35:25 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/t8jHtWb/Screenshot.jpg) (https://ibb.co/FgZhMjB)
(https://i.ibb.co/8xqfP6B/Screenshot-2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/GMy8CcJ)
(https://i.ibb.co/R0zKWwX/Screenshot-3a.jpg) (https://ibb.co/C7hyFGj)
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 01, 2022, 05:58:47 AM
Post by: Nindigo on May 01, 2022, 06:47:05 AM
There is a lot to play with. I haven't tried the Spanish type of resort yet. There are three types of resort towers - beach, Spanish, eco modern. With the smallest being the beach type one, etc.
Post by: Lapaige46 on May 01, 2022, 07:23:31 AM
Post by: Nindigo on May 01, 2022, 08:40:57 AM
I doubt the Alvis will make a show since they are the poorest family in town.
(https://i.ibb.co/hd49kcC/Screenshot-9.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0962kKQ)
From this angle...
(https://i.ibb.co/StZ3Chc/Screenshot-10.jpg) (https://ibb.co/1r4mWDM)
And a different angle...
(https://i.ibb.co/kHthSRB/Screenshot-11.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Bz9gCX3)
The front desk worker is having some reflections on Buster Clavell.
(https://i.ibb.co/MCfFjLZ/Screenshot-12.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bKFcynQ)
An unflattering view of Leighton Sekemoto.
(https://i.ibb.co/LdKgvCD/Screenshot-13.jpg) (https://ibb.co/YBgdbt4)
Aggie is hating me for having her be among lots of strangers.
*Aggie = Agnes Crumplebottom
Current Finances
Aggie's Hotel and Resort
Beach Resort Tower (Fully Upgraded): §550
Stay Pricing: Affordable
Occupancy: 50/50
Maintenance Staff (1 Medium Quality): §50
Desk Clerk (No Graveyard Shift): §46
Pool, Chlorinated: §72
The Grand Buffet (Lunch, Medium Quality): §10
Forgot...
Roomservice On: §50
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 01, 2022, 09:06:37 AM
Here are my current stats:
Beach Resort Tower (Fully Upgraded): §600. (Room and Spa Services available)
Stay Pricing: Affordable
Occupancy: 50/50
Maintenance Staff (1 Low, 2 Medium Quality): $125
Desk Clerk (with Graveyard Shift): $100
Pool, Chlorinated: §68.
7 Grand Buffet (All available, Medium Quality): $70.
Firepit: §60.
Food Stall: §25.
Food Clerk: §50.
Hot Tub: §60.
My current reviews ask for more landscaping. lol I don't have much, but that's the next thing on my list to do. I made a basement and added the buffet tables, dining tables and chairs down there.
Oooh and Congrats Aggie for buying and upgrading the resort lot!! :)
----
Edit to Add:
I added a basement entrance on the guest side of the overhang wall - not sure what to call it. I removed the wall, and the foundation. Used the basement tool to draw out the basement, added the stairs and rebuilt the foundation and wall of the overhang wall.
Post by: Nindigo on May 01, 2022, 09:15:48 AM
I wonder why our resort towers are differently priced despite being the same type, upgraded the same, and on the same lot. Is yours prettier? ??? ;D
Hmm...more landscaping must be trees, shrubs, and flowers - right? Even rocks maybe?
I might tear down some of the cottages in order to make room for more resort objects...as they are not needed. I'm pretty sure my guests use them for the TV/recreational use.
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 01, 2022, 09:21:28 AM
I'll go grab some photos after restarting my computer. :) The photos might help us figure out the differences.
Post by: Nindigo on May 01, 2022, 09:35:06 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 01, 2022, 09:52:02 AM
Here are my updated in-progress photos. :)
I did save the lot as is, if you'd like to take a peeksee?
-- Looks like they're still having routing issues? Not sure how to fix that. I'm thinking it might be there's not a lot of room between the stairs and the rabbithole. I'll do some tweaking to see if I can help fix the issue.
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 01, 2022, 10:01:27 AM
Hmm...more landscaping must be trees, shrubs, and flowers - right? Even rocks maybe?
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 01, 2022, 10:32:20 AM
Deleted the foundation from under the resort tower as I wasn't able to make the foundation wider front to back. I was hoping to add another square onto the front of it, while still leaving a walkway between the foundation, stairs and fence.
I like it better this way, as it gives me a little more room to make the pool area slightly bigger and possibly add the hot tub in too.
Post by: Nindigo on May 01, 2022, 11:37:37 AM
Right now, I am back on the moon where my Sims run two resorts. Decided to open up the little one again.
(https://i.ibb.co/2Krt3sx/Screenshot-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/x5bjqfW)
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 01, 2022, 12:04:51 PM
Post by: Nindigo on May 01, 2022, 01:07:25 PM
I just spiced the little lot up with a lot of Katy Perry stuff since I wanted to make it appealing to kids. My Sim, Doris Lucas, is family-oriented. This lot is 30x20 - so, it is quite little. And yes, I built it from scratch. It is night time now, but I will post images of the spruced up version when it becomes day. It should be said that Doris likes yellow and her home has a lot of "quirky" yellow-green-tinted nuances. The inside of the hotel has some of that weird coloration. Because.
Here are its current stats:
The Lucas Lunar Resort
Beach Resort Tower (No Upgrades): §75
Stay Pricing: Affordable
Occupancy: 15/15
Roomservice On: §25
Maintenance Staff (1 Medium Quality): §50
Desk Clerk (No Graveyard Shift): §50
Pool x2 (Not Chlorinated): §0
Firewalk Pit x1: §60
Food Stand x1 (Medium Quality Food/Drink): §25
Food Clerk x1: §50
Grand Buffet (Kids, Medium Quality): §10
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 01, 2022, 01:22:02 PM
Post by: Nindigo on May 01, 2022, 01:41:33 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/r2k1ghN/Screenshot-2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/WvnYQXj)
At night
(https://i.ibb.co/ggB8dC1/Screenshot-3.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VBPGx8y)
My family - Doris is in purple; front is her son, Finn; next to him is Erik, who is the boyfriend of Doris' daughter, Theresa in the back; the blonde girl is Finn's girlfriend. The family also has an orange tabby named Kitty, a goldfish named Fishy, and a cuckatoo named Birdie.
(https://i.ibb.co/DgTWDm5/Screenshot-4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/XkMLZ6S)
Finally daytime
(https://i.ibb.co/5Ld7sHV/Screenshot-5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NKX4WBz)
The inside 1
(https://i.ibb.co/FHxKsYj/Screenshot-6.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VwjtHCP)
The inside 2
(https://i.ibb.co/jwBHvg0/Screenshot-7.jpg) (https://ibb.co/GMBFvcY)
The crystal tree has a fruit available :o
Post by: Lapaige46 on May 01, 2022, 02:08:32 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/F0hbjKH/thumb.png) (https://ibb.co/F0hbjKH)
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 01, 2022, 02:11:57 PM
Just got reviews in for today... (Fri. Wk 1 Day 6.) -- 3 Star Rating, overall.
One of my current reviews reminded me I need to add chlorine to my pool.. Forgot to do that after the pool renovation. lol *Blush*
Another review mentioned no place to get mixed drinks. I'm assuming they want a bar from Late Night? I put a professional bar out just for temporary, but it didn't see anything about mixed drinks. I removed it for now because I'm not sure I want a Late Night bar on the lot. Trying to keep with mostly stuff from base game and island paradise, at least for now.
I've had two reviews now that say something about bugs and the place not being clean. I keep checking but don't see anything messy or bugs. So I'm not sure what to do about that one.
Post by: Nindigo on May 01, 2022, 03:03:22 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 01, 2022, 03:21:37 PM
I never see any bugs while I am watching the lot, so they must be coming out while I'm not watching. lol
It does take the maintenance workers awhile to cleaning up stuff I've noticed. I'm not sure what to do about that, if there's really anything that can be done. I tried to have 3 medium maintenance workers and the game wouldn't let me?
I suppose I could try a high maintenance worker, but wonder if that would make any difference.
Post by: Lapaige46 on May 01, 2022, 03:39:52 PM
I never see any bugs while I am watching the lot, so they must be coming out while I'm not watching. lol
Exactly what bugs do.
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 01, 2022, 04:53:26 PM
I was watching the Sims visiting my resort and noticed when they (a hand full of them) arrived, they go to the last cottage in the back left instead of to the lobby/front desk. Do you notice that happening when you're playing the Salty lot? This has happened a few times when I get a big group of Sims coming to the lot.
I notice with building a resort we're allowed to pick front of lot, but not front door. Unless I'm missing something?
-- Edited to Add: ... A few hours later... lol
I think I was able to fix it!! I sent my Sim home and did some testing. I deleted all the doors from the cottages and the lobby. Added doors back to each of the cottages first. Then last I added doors back to the lobby. Had my Sim come back to the lot and she went straight for the lobby.
I'll be testing it further as I play, to be sure. :)
Tip for renovation: If replacing doors. Replace the lobby doors last. So the guests will go straight to the lobby when arriving at the lot.
Post by: Nindigo on May 02, 2022, 08:53:05 AM
I want to point out that a lot of Sims 3 gameplay and features are bugged and sometimes heavily. There is no reason why this shouldn't be true about Island Paradise as well. The world itself runs extremely poorly and becomes unplayable after a while - even with the route fix mod and whatnot. And also, when all packs are enabled, there is a much greater likelihood of getting script errors, and the game just getting things messed up.
The only other pack I have played with in this resort project is Pets in one save - restricted to a few pets in my played household only. This is intentional, because I want to know exactly what features the pack in question has. If I played with everything enabled, there is a risk I would get confused and be unsure of what came from what pack.
I believe it is important also to note that no packs are depending on any others to function. All packs are purely optional and only require base game be fully experienced.
Post by: Nindigo on May 02, 2022, 10:24:07 AM
Maintenance crew apparently have a Fun need and will use the resorts features to fulfill it. During work hours. And they will prioritize fulfilling their Fun need over doing their duties.
And yes, that means that a maintenance worker has lost their life in one of my saves, because I don't tolerate them watching TV while bath tubs, sinks, and toilets are broken and flooding my resort guests' rooms.
Another resort note:
The resort tower acts like the actual hotel in a resort. A seperate beach bungalow can be found in the build mode resort category. I don't know yet its function - if placing one or more adds to the overall guest capacity, or if it can be used alone like a mini-resort. Clicking on it will give the same pie menu as the resort tower, and room service can be switched on/off. It cannot be upgraded, however. It looks identical to the two bungalows that the beach resort tower consists of before upgrading it.
Yet another resort note:
Unplayed kids and teenagers will still attend school during a resort stay and come back there instead of going home. They will also do their homework at the resort.
Post by: Nindigo on May 02, 2022, 01:33:23 PM
Miss Aggie having a drink at the Old Pier Beach in Sunset Valley
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 02, 2022, 02:03:28 PM
Post by: Nindigo on May 03, 2022, 02:46:44 AM
Post by: Nindigo on May 03, 2022, 10:02:14 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/fHJ7NS9/Screenshot-5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fHJ7NS9)
With roofs.
(https://i.ibb.co/v14psRP/Screenshot-6.jpg) (https://ibb.co/v14psRP)
With guests.
(https://i.ibb.co/RHKWtX3/Screenshot-7.jpg) (https://ibb.co/RHKWtX3)
Mama of four, Judy Bunch.
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 03, 2022, 10:08:22 AM
You did a wonderful job. I learned you don't need a lot of landscaping for guests to be happy and give great reviews on it. lol
Post by: Lapaige46 on May 03, 2022, 10:12:32 AM
Post by: Nindigo on May 03, 2022, 10:16:26 AM
Come to think of it, maybe it works well if activities are indeed spread out on the lot, and not stashed together in one area.
This resort is not particularly kid-oriented, however, which I regret. I love Sims 3 kids.
Post by: Nindigo on May 03, 2022, 10:25:12 AM
Because the Bunch family and Goths are staying. These are families with kids.
The Working Friends household is also there, and The Andrews family too.
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 03, 2022, 10:34:17 AM
I don't see a diving board?
I was going with the idea of just plopping things in, but then I was like you need to plan out where to place the pool along with the things. That's another area I got stuck on.
Post by: Nindigo on May 03, 2022, 10:48:50 AM
I added a regular kids slide, an activity table (the blocks thingy) and a doll house. And kids food.
Since this isn't a save I plan to play, I don't plan on spending more time on it now.
The Lunar Lake one is a different matter. I love that save.
I don't know...I'm undecided about a lot of things ;D
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 03, 2022, 10:53:32 AM
Oooh don't forget a toy box?
Post by: Nindigo on May 03, 2022, 10:58:41 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 03, 2022, 11:03:20 AM
Post by: Nindigo on May 03, 2022, 12:30:48 PM
The single beach bungalow indeed functions as a mini resort tower with a maximum occupancy of 9 guests. It cannot be upgraded to accommodate more, but additional bungalows can be placed to increase the resort's guest capacity. Good to know!
I currently run a 1-star resort which consists of a single bungalow and a front desk, and the guests are complaining about everything 🤣🤣🤣
(https://i.ibb.co/BT7fBs9/Screenshot-13.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BT7fBs9)
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 03, 2022, 12:39:36 PM
Post by: Nindigo on May 03, 2022, 01:30:25 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/NZkBg6y/Screenshot-15.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NZkBg6y)
Post by: Nindigo on May 03, 2022, 01:32:08 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on May 03, 2022, 01:32:38 PM
Resort note:
The single beach bungalow indeed functions as a mini resort tower with a maximum occupancy of 9 guests. It cannot be upgraded to accommodate more, but additional bungalows can be placed to increase the resort's guest capacity. Good to know!
I currently run a 1-star resort which consists of a single bungalow and a front desk, and the guests are complaining about everything 🤣🤣🤣
(https://i.ibb.co/BT7fBs9/Screenshot-13.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BT7fBs9)
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 03, 2022, 02:19:15 PM
Post by: Nindigo on May 04, 2022, 10:29:03 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/qYFc6bM/Screenshot-9.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on May 04, 2022, 10:38:37 AM
Post by: Nindigo on June 15, 2022, 11:17:17 PM
I have otherwise been playing another of my favorite games - Star Wars: The Old Republic
It's a little funny, as I have different projects going on in other games and sometimes leave for months just to pick up where I left. Glad that I can, lol.
Health is not super these days and joint pains in fingers, hands, hips, ankles etc. tend to put a heavy damper on my want to play games.
I'll try and post more piccies and be more active.
Lots of love for ya'll ❤️
Post by: Lapaige46 on June 16, 2022, 05:46:38 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on June 16, 2022, 06:41:39 AM
Share photos when you're up to it. Hope you get to feeling better soon!!
Love, Hugsies and cookies <3
Post by: Nindigo on June 17, 2022, 01:52:34 AM
I'm playing with a premade Sim, Paka'a Uha from Sulani, who is a mermaid. He is originally male with a female frame, but I like to make him female, as clothes will then fit him better. I still say 'he', though. Old habits die hard, I guess. He has retained his male voice too, but whatever.
Fortunately, the new werewolf neighborhood (a previous busy logging camp, now a small secluded community of werewolves) features a large lake for Paka'a to swim in, and it has a fishing spot too. So far, he has made friends from one of the two werewolf factions. I should probably consider playing as a werewolf, but right now, I'm just sightseeing and getting a feel for the pack.
Paka'a is very social and wants to befriend a bunch of people. He is silly, loves music (likes to play the violin himself), and has a close bond with the ocean. The latter meaning he will become depressed if not allowed access to a larger body of water for a while. Thus, good having the lake close by.
Pictures:
(https://i.ibb.co/4Jzz6mr/06-17-22-9-57-32-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4Jzz6mr)
This is Paka'a at the local park. He is making a face due to just having socialized with a very stanky stray dog.
(https://i.ibb.co/y8rkqQ4/06-17-22-10-03-01-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/y8rkqQ4)
Moonwood Mill bears resemblance to three other neighborhoods: Granite Falls, Glimmerbrook, and the forested part of Henford-On-Bagley.
(https://i.ibb.co/7vNMZXJ/06-17-22-9-59-24-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7vNMZXJ)
The various foliage is of lovely quality.
(https://i.ibb.co/RzLSznX/06-17-22-10-04-05-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/RzLSznX)
This is the premade little cabin, Paka'a lives in.
(https://i.ibb.co/FqFm5j8/06-17-22-8-55-34-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/FqFm5j8)
Our first werewolf friend. He is a librarian and a gloomy sort.
(https://i.ibb.co/Y8kRpD5/06-17-22-9-46-53-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Y8kRpD5)
The Alpha of the more sophisticated pack, also a friend. The librarian is part of this pack as well. Paka'a has been welcomed into it as friend.
(https://i.ibb.co/DLnrgJR/06-17-22-10-08-05-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/DLnrgJR)
I love taking pictures of mer-tail flukes.
(https://i.ibb.co/PmSwxQK/06-17-22-10-16-47-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/PmSwxQK)
Paka'a's mer-form was always very female even when male.
(https://i.ibb.co/Q6nmbVG/06-17-22-10-18-46-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Q6nmbVG)
Sun setting.
(https://i.ibb.co/VtLgSQk/06-17-22-10-19-30-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VtLgSQk)
And that's it for now :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on June 17, 2022, 07:49:09 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on June 17, 2022, 08:36:53 AM
Moonwood Mill gives me Moonlight Falls vibes. lol Wonder if it's based on the same area of the northwest. (Vancouver, Upper Western Washington (Forks) and a little bit of Western Oregon if I remember correctly.)
I love some of the hair tones Sims 4 has come out with lately.
Post by: Nindigo on June 17, 2022, 01:43:41 PM
I don't know what to think of the werewolf design. It's definitely better than the ape like one in The Sims 3, but a complete eyesore compared to, say, that in the Skyrim game. I have a feeling that I will be going back to Skyrim one of these days. *shrugs*
Post by: MrsFlynn on June 17, 2022, 01:52:45 PM
Post by: Nindigo on July 23, 2022, 07:17:18 AM
WIP.
So, I emptied the neighborhood to make room for my extended Alvi family from way back when. Then, I moved in most of the households I had saved. I'll list them below as I get them all settled in. They are all interrelated and I was adamant about giving them arabic names. I have NRaas Story Progression on which will name new nuggets in my non-active households. Oh, and Alvi infants are called nuggets, not babies. It just came to be that way.
The main household
VJ & Miraj Alvi - founders
Jezenya and Hanuna (teen girls)
Nadira and Lala (toddler girls)
Ewa (alien toddler, incubated by Miraj)
Buddy (German Shepherd)
The latest heirs to the great Alvi empire
~ King Daim & Queen Inaya
Offspring (oldest to youngest): Princess Hannah♀, Princess Robin♀, Princess Nadia♀, Prince Shayan♂
I should play this household...
Post by: Nindigo on July 23, 2022, 09:55:05 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/33tNcBm.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on July 23, 2022, 11:21:28 AM
Post by: Nindigo on July 23, 2022, 12:37:23 PM
I like to, um, "breed" Sims and see what mutations the game comes up with from time to time.
Unfortunately, I have lost a few individuals, but the main bulk is still there. I have a single red-haired Alvi, one with light blue eyes and another with purple ones. And I also have some with completely black hair. All come from VJ and Miraj through various means. It's fun to observe the "genetics" at work - these mutations in particular.
Post by: Lapaige46 on July 23, 2022, 12:45:44 PM
But in my defense, I *am* trying to rebuild an entire town. :D
Post by: Nindigo on July 24, 2022, 08:36:09 AM
My guard, there are so many...
I will post pictures when I'm ready. There is still so much sorting and resettling to do.
But, MrsFlynn, I have put six dollies in. There was a premade house that could fit them perfectly in the high end of town. It used to belong to a single guy (a doctor) by the name of Pinkterton.
Post by: MrsFlynn on July 24, 2022, 10:45:29 AM
Post by: Nindigo on July 24, 2022, 11:53:03 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/mhxM10C/Screenshot-23.jpg) (https://ibb.co/mhxM10C)
Six gorgeous bff dollies fell from the sky and landed perfectly in front of their new home.
(https://i.ibb.co/g6fdKQp/Screenshot-24.jpg) (https://ibb.co/g6fdKQp)
Beautiful Kenzie Bloom (child of Kassie Dos Reis and Apollo Bloom) is expecting child with:
(https://i.ibb.co/fCJhCZt/Screenshot-25.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fCJhCZt)
This goofball, Dewayne, who is a child of one of my Alvis and Chantrelle Riffin, a premade local.
(https://i.ibb.co/7gH4R5g/Screenshot-26.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7gH4R5g)
Checking in with the teenage girls living with VJ and Miraj and three toddlers. All trained.
(https://i.ibb.co/5K1X9SQ/Screenshot-14.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5K1X9SQ)
Miraj is gorging on hotdogs at the festival grounds. Glitchy arm movements and all.
(https://i.ibb.co/KqHR8MB/Screenshot-22.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KqHR8MB)
This poor nugget, Namir, was heckled three times in a row by the babysitter holding him here.
(https://i.ibb.co/n6sPmFN/Screenshot-20.jpg) (https://ibb.co/n6sPmFN)
Nida Alvi.
(https://i.ibb.co/mX2pFxt/Screenshot-13.jpg) (https://ibb.co/mX2pFxt)
A child obviously with Miraj in her genes. Those eyes...
(https://i.ibb.co/5vk6vf8/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5vk6vf8)
Dina Alvi, daughter of Myra and Elyas Alvi. She is dating a Floyd Alvi.
(https://i.ibb.co/pdX5mSS/Screenshot-7.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pdX5mSS)
Quinn Alvi, one of Dina's brothers.
Post by: Lapaige46 on July 24, 2022, 11:56:55 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on July 24, 2022, 12:32:30 PM
Post by: Nindigo on July 25, 2022, 01:41:05 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/8DQq62V/Screenshot-28.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8DQq62V)
Ashley is helping old Myra skate at the summer festival.
(https://i.ibb.co/G7xKL5N/Screenshot-29.jpg) (https://ibb.co/G7xKL5N)
Jibri and Christie with light blue eyes.
(https://i.ibb.co/NS18gGc/Screenshot-30.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NS18gGc) (https://i.ibb.co/Qk4FXs2/Screenshot-31.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Qk4FXs2)
Taja is mightily excited about her yellow car toy.
(https://i.ibb.co/VCv0JDH/Screenshot-33.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VCv0JDH)
Joy here is part alien and married to the once homeless Sim, Jay Schreckengast.
(https://i.ibb.co/CK1F1kr/Screenshot-34.jpg) (https://ibb.co/CK1F1kr)
Together, they have little Joe here who is perhaps wanting a career in business?
Post by: Lapaige46 on July 25, 2022, 06:46:51 AM
Post by: Nindigo on July 25, 2022, 08:47:35 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on July 25, 2022, 10:16:01 AM
My stopper in the works right now is the determination to master building an L-shaped staircase.
Getting back to work on it now. It's too danged hot to do much else today. Glad I have a cooling fan for my laptop. :D
Post by: Nindigo on July 26, 2022, 07:05:04 AM
A couple of screenshots of Daania Alvi, fairy and mother of three. I just loaded up the game, meaning the wings haven't rendered yet.
(https://i.ibb.co/D7qVrSk/Screenshot-4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/D7qVrSk) (https://i.ibb.co/rFyxJM0/Screenshot-5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/rFyxJM0)
Post by: Lapaige46 on July 26, 2022, 09:25:27 AM
I use my laptop on my lap so the fan cools me as well. But I do have other fans. I think today I'm going to need wet towels. It's supposed to go to 35C today (95F). It's gorgeous at the moment.
Post by: Nindigo on July 26, 2022, 11:31:09 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on July 26, 2022, 12:18:21 PM
This year I have a new fan that will hold ice packs. I'm using it now and I can't see where the ice is making much difference. It's now up to 31 but I don't feel I need the towels yet.
Post by: Nindigo on July 26, 2022, 08:03:49 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/31pzp4L/Screenshot-36.jpg)
Harlan in front is insane and making fun of himself. And yes, he is family.
Quinn, also family, to the left is thinking *I don't know you, dude*
Hannah with her youngest sibling, Shayan, in the back doesn't know what to think.
*I have two Appaloosa Plains saves. I made a new one yesterday that I mean to use to carefully get all existing Alvis properly "registered" in a notepad, added to the family tree, zipped up and saved. The first one is for actual play which means active story progression, aging on long lifespan, spontaneous and immoral fun - my kind of gaming fun. I so, so need this to also enjoy myself when I get overwhelmed with all the dry stuff.
Post by: Nindigo on July 28, 2022, 06:14:19 AM
I am playing with a brand new save with VJ and Miraj in Twinbrook today. Needed a diversion. Aging and SP is disabled here at the beginning, because I need to de-stress. I only play with Basegame, World Adventures, and Ambitions (of course).
Currently, they (VJ and Miraj) are at the library learning things, as they are both fresh out of the nest in Sunset Valley. They live in the swamp like originally in my old Twinbrook story. I chose to delete that old save, as I wanted to start anew. Which reminds me that I need to add a certain MrsFlynn dolly.
Here is my Alvi brothers' information:
Full name: VJ Alvi (oldest)
Sign: Scorpio
Faves: Indie music, Sushi, the color Red
Traits: Childish, Evil, Inappropriate, Snob, Virtuoso
LTW: Gold Digger
Full name: Miraj Alvi
Sign: Virgo
Faves: Kids music, Pancakes, the color Sea Foam
Traits: Artistic, Family-Oriented, Good, Hopeless Romantic, Neat
LTW: Surrounded by Family
Post by: Lapaige46 on July 28, 2022, 08:26:26 AM
Post by: Nindigo on July 28, 2022, 11:40:57 AM
This is an old screenshot, but it is both how they look now and it is where they live now as well:
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FzuC8XHJ.jpg&hash=121c337db2ac8ec5195f9b53bff14cfa8168c4ad) (https://imgur.com/zuC8XHJ)
Post by: MrsFlynn on July 28, 2022, 11:46:17 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on July 28, 2022, 01:00:39 PM
Post by: Nindigo on July 29, 2022, 02:04:59 AM
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FASqzSY1t.jpg&hash=6dfa94e1fcf7116d92709910bfda4cb650bc0bcd) (https://imgur.com/ASqzSY1)
We decided to stop by the Jones-Brown family and help pick a name for Jenni's newborn girl. We decided on Trudy.
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F6YK6xppt.jpg&hash=08cbc410005cc0e123b3f86847cdde7f67812e4e) (https://imgur.com/6YK6xpp)
Of course, the washer croaks the first time we use it. Guess it wanted to join the swamp choir.
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F4Hj5W0wt.jpg&hash=360cfe293b30736316de66c1325a5652127bc7a4) (https://imgur.com/4Hj5W0w)
I guess we are sometimes...cross dressers? According to the clothes line at least.
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FQnRgEsEt.jpg&hash=31ed688e65c7ff35d776a6eb088003e30b3c55ca) (https://imgur.com/QnRgEsE)
Good thing we aren't completely helpless. We can't be out here in the swamp. DIY for the win. Ugh, what a mess.
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2Ff3HscTbt.jpg&hash=33f365bbcc5fbc93637a94c6f5dffdab7780f23d) (https://imgur.com/f3HscTb)
We live in the middle of nowhere, and our house is named Nothin' but Deck.
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FwPpNgwPt.jpg&hash=d8dedf8640ac981ecc850db054280ed49f6ab6ca) (https://imgur.com/wPpNgwP)
VJ has upgraded everything in the house, so it won't break or catch on fire. Good boy...truth be told, I think he was just bored. Also, we got us some books, as you can see.
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FtSNhBZbt.jpg&hash=6e28427b4df7d7e17bc0251b376a4c87861ac6de) (https://imgur.com/tSNhBZb)
From one of our visits into town. This is city hall, and the lady in purple is Miss Yasmine. Apparently, we each had a kid with her in an alternate dimension and somehow, they found their way here.
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FUdauhA0t.jpg&hash=29576b1a49c1b40e75aadc08f1649242f230e61e) (https://imgur.com/UdauhA0)
Mister Kingpin, Dennis the Safecracker. Of the large and shady Racket family. They live in the expensive part of town, and everybody knows to stay out of their way. But I hear they are not all bad.
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F6RHssRDt.jpg&hash=7942dff0735b2e52c7a8e90ea92c0a44827d8f8c) (https://imgur.com/6RHssRD) (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2Fewo2xalt.jpg&hash=c34da537514a71d32bdecc33154ffca339a1b906) (https://imgur.com/ewo2xal)
Never did figure out what was wrong with Harwood Clay that day...
Okay, bye for now <3
Post by: Nindigo on July 29, 2022, 04:31:08 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/T8kppL4/Screenshot-41.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4T799d8)
Shayan Alvi
Little Prince Shayan has just become a school kid.
His info
Parents: Inaya & Daim Alvi
Sign: Leo cub
Faves: Beach Party music, Dim Sum, the color Grey
Traits: Easily Impressed, Good, Slob
LTW:
Post by: Lapaige46 on July 29, 2022, 04:33:22 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on July 29, 2022, 04:58:52 PM
Post by: Nindigo on July 30, 2022, 08:54:04 AM
Well, that's that :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on July 30, 2022, 09:03:23 AM
When I went live a few days ago to update one of my builds, by the time my equestrian sim got her horse and cat looked after it was mid afternoon and her hunger, hygene, and bladder had tanked and her aura was a nasty shade of yellow. I fed her and put her back to bed.
Post by: Nindigo on August 02, 2022, 02:10:51 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/8Bv3sTR/Screenshot-11.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VNny9rh)
Meet Trang Pham.
Trang Pham lives in the isolated and mysterious town of Midnight Hollow where the abnormal and shunned is the normal and accepted. The place may be a little dark and quirky, but to its outcast residents it is a safehaven. Home, sweet home...as they say.
(https://i.ibb.co/GkFCV1b/Screenshot-10.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VD3MvhP)
Miss Trang is all about the arts. The town knows her to be the friendly entertainer, who can frequently be encountered around town playing her guitar. She can paint your portrait too, but despite her skill, she actually despises holding a brush. Also, the library of Midnight Hollow has seen a recent influx of new books of all genres, all authored by Pham. But a word of caution; they are not all suited for all ages.
(https://i.ibb.co/b2NrtgN/Screenshot-3.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Yyftg7f)
Lately, Miss Trang has been exploring different forms of magick.
(https://i.ibb.co/R7dRR46/Screenshot-9.jpg) (https://ibb.co/rvNDDfp)
Magicks that make you able to summon a friend or lover - or a total stranger, for that matter - from the warmth and comfort of their bed across town. Very practical for the practitioner. Not so much for the summoned. But Miss Trang does not consider herself to be marriage material and enjoys her freedom. Besides, the love of her life has his own...attachment challenges. A spell seems to be the perfect nighttime company solution.
You can read up on the store world, Midnight Hollow, and its strange residents over at The Sims Wiki (https://sims.fandom.com/wiki/Midnight_Hollow).
Post by: Nindigo on August 02, 2022, 04:23:01 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/5TpsnNn/Screenshot-8.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5TpsnNn) (https://i.ibb.co/Jv4zDH5/Screenshot-12.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Jv4zDH5) (https://i.ibb.co/DVxqCSf/Screenshot-21.jpg) (https://ibb.co/DVxqCSf) (https://i.ibb.co/fdKgStX/Screenshot-30.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fdKgStX)
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 02, 2022, 04:27:11 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 02, 2022, 06:33:38 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 04, 2022, 12:42:27 PM
VJ and Miraj's youngest engineered offspring, Nadira (in the blue one-piece outfit), just had her teen birthday. After hours of partying at home, she went to town and had some fun with a guy there, among lots of other Alvis. By the way, the bot fan fairy boy apparently couldn't fit his wings inside the whole bot outfit and just went with the head...super cute :)
(https://i.ibb.co/1nTfnRv/Screenshot-25.jpg) (https://ibb.co/1nTfnRv) (https://i.ibb.co/X8w86bK/Screenshot-26.jpg) (https://ibb.co/X8w86bK) (https://i.ibb.co/FgKpvLx/Screenshot-27.jpg) (https://ibb.co/FgKpvLx) (https://i.ibb.co/JjsdkP9/Screenshot-29.jpg) (https://ibb.co/JjsdkP9)
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 04, 2022, 01:25:41 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 04, 2022, 02:12:38 PM
The trait 'bot fan' came with the Into the Future expansion pack, meaning a Sim with it is just crazy about plumbots - a droid/android type of Sim. But since normal Sims can't become a plumbot like they can become, say, vampires, bot fans can change into a cardboard-ish 'bot' outfit. I have never seen a Sim just wear just a head before, but that fairy kid looked totally cute with it.
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 04, 2022, 02:14:39 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 04, 2022, 02:31:04 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 04, 2022, 02:32:25 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 04, 2022, 04:05:01 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 04, 2022, 04:06:47 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 04, 2022, 04:12:59 PM
Small update :)
Miss Trang is now the mother of a son by the name of Cadao. The father is Morgan Yates. Little Cadao has his grandmother Viola's red hair color (she is an elder, but I checked her out as an Adult in CAS to make sure) and the eye color and skintone of his mother. His facial structure seems to be from Morgan.
(https://i.ibb.co/Vt0Snsm/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Vt0Snsm) (https://i.ibb.co/BZ4tRCb/Screenshot-33.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BZ4tRCb) (https://i.ibb.co/th5LZZZ/Screenshot-34.jpg) (https://ibb.co/th5LZZZ) (https://i.ibb.co/3zFpZxj/Screenshot-35.jpg) (https://ibb.co/3zFpZxj)
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 04, 2022, 07:03:53 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 04, 2022, 09:37:15 PM
But anyway, porcelain dolls is quite fitting for a place like MH. I'm quite sure that is the effect the developers -was- aiming for ;)
Post by: Nindigo on August 05, 2022, 01:19:53 PM
A regular big park, I made, with stuff that the festival grounds for MH don't seem to cover. Also means that the activities won't grant Sims any festival tickets, but the hidden skills involved remain.
(https://i.ibb.co/DQzF2R4/Screenshot-43.jpg) (https://ibb.co/DQzF2R4) (https://i.ibb.co/r0QLSFF/Screenshot-44.jpg) (https://ibb.co/r0QLSFF) (https://i.ibb.co/zs2jJzr/Screenshot-45.jpg) (https://ibb.co/zs2jJzr) (https://i.ibb.co/n0rq3hw/Screenshot-46.jpg) (https://ibb.co/n0rq3hw) (https://i.ibb.co/Pr7mf6J/Screenshot-47.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Pr7mf6J)
Post by: Nindigo on August 07, 2022, 01:34:53 AM
Greetings from the Alvi dynasty out in the Wild West.
(https://i.ibb.co/pjfwNF4/Screenshot-10.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pjfwNF4)
Hot stuff, Salvatore Alvi, graduated. He was looking at his wife.
(https://i.ibb.co/8zYJnfG/Screenshot-22.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8zYJnfG)
Ahmad the vampire arriving at the festival.
(https://i.ibb.co/CmhpXfY/Screenshot-23.jpg) (https://ibb.co/CmhpXfY)
Joy the half-alien and Mama Paparazzi doing a fine job.
(https://i.ibb.co/K5CDGQ9/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://ibb.co/K5CDGQ9)
Mother and son getting ready for some apple bobbing in the fall.
(https://i.ibb.co/n3Sh1xv/Screenshot-15.jpg) (https://ibb.co/n3Sh1xv)
Seconds before toddler tantrum...
(https://i.ibb.co/4MTFYbm/Screenshot-34.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4MTFYbm)
Dollies hanging out at the local pool in freezing temps. The toddler's mother is on the left.
(https://i.ibb.co/KK5P4Bj/Screenshot-14.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KK5P4Bj)
VJ and Miraj. Kid Nadira is watching TV and thinking 'Get a room!'
(https://i.ibb.co/4TNzGyp/Screenshot-24.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4TNzGyp)
Teen Nadira Alvi, the final of VJ and Miraj's 12 engineered kids. She is married and has a kid now.
(https://i.ibb.co/27c3mdS/Screenshot-33.jpg) (https://ibb.co/27c3mdS)
Miraj wants more kids. I've told him no, but I don't know if he'll accept that.
Post by: Nindigo on August 07, 2022, 02:34:37 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/TYKbR9F/Screenshot-2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/WGDPFmY)
(https://i.ibb.co/X2RdGYj/Screenshot-3.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BzM7Ync)
Miss Trang can't stand decor of any sort, thus it has me chuckling that she still feels compelled to look at it when idling - as with these daffodils.
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 07, 2022, 02:45:45 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 07, 2022, 03:09:44 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 07, 2022, 03:10:52 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 07, 2022, 03:18:21 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 08, 2022, 04:56:58 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/vd56M9G/Screenshot-4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/6th7qQx)
What gives?
Post by: Nindigo on August 08, 2022, 02:31:18 PM
Finally, a Red Day occurred. Instead of posting pics here, I'll leave a link to an album with 15 screenshots - all taken around 2PM in-game time.
Album link (https://ibb.co/album/zHWnpf)
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 08, 2022, 03:38:23 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 08, 2022, 04:05:38 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 09, 2022, 12:15:43 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 11, 2022, 12:28:25 PM
So, VJ and Miraj got invited to a feast party (Christmas Dinner essentially) at a relative's, and what an awful party that was!
First of all, there was no food. The only entertainment was a cheap TV and a two-seated sofa that the ten or so guests fought over constantly. To top it all off, none of the guests got along. The air was constantly thick with red double minus signs, and my inappropriate VJ was in no small part to thank for it. He also got drained by a vampire. There was one toddler present that just sat peacefully on the floor the whole time and watched TV while sucking her thumb. Probably for lack of actual food, I assume.
Unfortunately, I didn't get any screenshots taken. It was memorable in its own way though.
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 12, 2022, 04:57:21 AM
I don't know I have been using a No More Parties mod for awhile. I haven't experience Townie parties for awhile. Before the mod parties were scheduled to happen but either didn't happen or I'd tried to help out - with cooking food or bringing a boom box. Hosts did not like that, even though they provided nothing for their parties. And the parties were at odd hours too. Like starting at 10pm.
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 12, 2022, 07:24:29 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 12, 2022, 07:42:38 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 13, 2022, 12:21:59 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/xHyVfH3/Screenshot-62.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ySDLYSV)
VJ being childish...
(https://i.ibb.co/G33sQ14/Screenshot-63.jpg) (https://ibb.co/M558kjx)
(https://i.ibb.co/KqXjtzx/Screenshot-64.jpg) (https://ibb.co/d2r0NJ4)
(https://i.ibb.co/b1QxVQT/Screenshot-65.jpg) (https://ibb.co/G7nXDny)
Ewa: You're weird.
VJ: And you're an alien.
(https://i.ibb.co/dc3dpnG/Screenshot-66.jpg) (https://ibb.co/H2MWPmn)
Ewa: ...
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 13, 2022, 12:24:31 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 13, 2022, 12:51:33 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 13, 2022, 01:42:05 PM
Jokes aside, it's fine. I also took the blue out of his otherwise black hair ;)
Post by: Nindigo on August 14, 2022, 01:07:13 PM
Pictures from a rare sunny day!
(https://i.ibb.co/3CXr77h/Screenshot-32.jpg) (https://ibb.co/3CXr77h) (https://i.ibb.co/1qLJssD/Screenshot-51.jpg) (https://ibb.co/1qLJssD) (https://i.ibb.co/wckdXWL/Screenshot-52.jpg) (https://ibb.co/wckdXWL) (https://i.ibb.co/SsrJjPL/Screenshot-53.jpg) (https://ibb.co/SsrJjPL) (https://i.ibb.co/gzSFt16/Screenshot-54.jpg) (https://ibb.co/gzSFt16)
The school, the Townhall, Law enforcement & Military (flanked by the theater on the far left), Simagon Alley (business & journalism), Bizarre Beach
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 14, 2022, 02:25:02 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 15, 2022, 12:30:28 AM
But it doesn't mean I'm only into all that. I'm a sophisticated woman of many tastes :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 15, 2022, 12:34:27 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 15, 2022, 07:46:50 AM
I like you just the way you are, Lapaige ❤️
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 15, 2022, 10:58:06 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 16, 2022, 12:29:17 AM
Greetings from Miss Trang, her lover Morgan and their son, Cadao. It is springtime in MH now, and Morgan has moved in. Miss Trang has commitment issues, however, so their relationship will remain off the record. But that doesn't mean they can't be a happy, loving family :)
Maybe you remember me already having mentioned that Cadao has inherited his grandma Viola's hair color.
(https://i.ibb.co/Hdr0D69/Screenshot-55.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Hdr0D69) (https://i.ibb.co/5B8T5tR/Screenshot-56.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5B8T5tR) (https://i.ibb.co/cy4wGXz/Screenshot-57.jpg) (https://ibb.co/cy4wGXz)
(https://i.ibb.co/1ZjDhxv/Screenshot-58.jpg) (https://ibb.co/1ZjDhxv) (https://i.ibb.co/0yKYxgg/Screenshot-59.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0yKYxgg) (https://i.ibb.co/410CC20/Screenshot-61.jpg) (https://ibb.co/410CC20)
Post by: Nindigo on August 25, 2022, 07:30:27 AM
I am taking another break from Simming, but will still be checking in on Tacky daily :)
Feel free to write to me here or PM me if you like. You know, 'cause friendship and such <3
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 25, 2022, 07:39:02 AM
...
Don't mind me... trying to make a joke... and failing miserable. lol :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 25, 2022, 09:20:09 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 25, 2022, 10:51:52 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 25, 2022, 11:16:17 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/LCCPyWw/Screenshot-88.jpg) (https://ibb.co/FBBW1Mv)
Alvi profiles.
(https://i.ibb.co/RyLc5rF/Screenshot-87.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VmXTKn1)
VJ and Miraj watching TV. I'm using a store set for their house and wardrobe.
(https://i.ibb.co/89bxc9x/Screenshot-55.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bXFvJXv)
Miraj is family-oriented and enjoys children. VJ is childish. An important part of why they get along so well.
(https://i.ibb.co/fnnWWKs/Screenshot-96.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7RRDDTq)
This loving couple is fairy musician Musad (left) and vampire mayor Ahmad (right). Both descendants of VJ and Miraj.
❤️
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 25, 2022, 11:47:46 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 25, 2022, 12:25:32 PM
I would -love- plushy Sims!! That would be so awesome!!
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 25, 2022, 12:36:25 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 26, 2022, 01:19:24 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 26, 2022, 02:16:04 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 26, 2022, 02:48:55 PM
I wish I could find more CC for them. Something without a butt-load lot of prints, you know?
Sometimes, I imagine different conversations they might have. Like when you're writing a story and two of your characters are chatting.
Maybe I'll share snippets now and then :)
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 26, 2022, 02:58:03 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 26, 2022, 03:03:03 PM
Try this. It could be informative if you can get past the ads and the chat.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cj2BUd2dX9Y
Post by: Nindigo on August 26, 2022, 11:30:19 PM
Just wish the basegame jeans for men weren't flared and that t-shirts didn't look painted on.
Post by: Nindigo on August 27, 2022, 12:01:32 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/8m3VGNg/Screenshot-112.jpg) (https://ibb.co/QJBGhpv)
This little menace is Greggory Alvi. His parents are Brina and Vajahat. Vajahat was briefly a plantSim at some point, and I just never got around to remove his hair color from then.
(https://i.ibb.co/2PxR1mj/Screenshot-90.jpg) (https://ibb.co/k0jzskh)
This is Sahara Alvi. She is one of my all time favorites, because she looks so much like Miraj.
(https://i.ibb.co/X3Yckqh/Screenshot-105.jpg) (https://ibb.co/61XjJk3)
This is Kimberly Killian. One of the most recent Alvi nuggets. His mom is...
(https://i.ibb.co/72VTW9V/Screenshot-24.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Bqj7Z1j)
Nadira, the last/latest offspring of VJ and Miraj.
(https://i.ibb.co/3WBYCBg/Screenshot-27.jpg) (https://ibb.co/WFgp2gm)
I posted this once before. Encircled is Nadira and her husband, Harlan. A randomly generated townie who came to play an important part in her life.
T00dles
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 27, 2022, 12:34:41 PM
Brings a smile to my face every time I see the Alvi family. :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 27, 2022, 12:38:45 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 27, 2022, 01:53:49 PM
Currently, I'm trying to get an overview of my town's population of kids and teens - the new generations.
I might choose to slow down aging even more, since I still feel it's going too fast sometimes.
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 27, 2022, 02:44:22 PM
They're taking over the world. :D
Post by: Nindigo on August 28, 2022, 08:24:06 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/stSTzdP/Screenshot-120.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0QN0vRX)
Meet Aliya Alvi. She is a Gemini, likes Kids music, Ratatouille and the color Sea Foam. She is a Light Sleeper and a Virtuoso.
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 28, 2022, 08:54:56 AM
What did you decide on aging?
Post by: Nindigo on August 28, 2022, 09:58:01 AM
The 'very long' lifespan setting is way, way longer than just 'long' - you can see for yourself the number of days, if you adjust it in the game's settings. I know I can make a custom setting, but I don't feel like messing around with that right now.
And of course she'll be a cutie 8)
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 28, 2022, 10:07:07 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 29, 2022, 12:44:49 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/3dRwvnh/Screenshot-117.jpg) (https://ibb.co/3dRwvnh) (https://i.ibb.co/RvsQ3n7/Screenshot-118.jpg) (https://ibb.co/RvsQ3n7)
Post by: Nindigo on August 29, 2022, 02:32:05 AM
This is Esperanza. Her father is named Omar, and her mother is named Kathi. Kathi has commitment issues and has already plowed through her share of my Alvi guys, leaving them in a pretty bad mood ;D
When I checked in on Omar (because they were romantic interests and weren't living together) some time ago, he was in the middle of sending Kathi an insulting text message, and their relationship seemed pretty low.
Kathi has also managed to become the mother of a second child whose father is named Elyas.
Kathi is now a single mom, while Omar and Elyas both have married back into the family.
I have used Omar and Musa for pollination outside their relationships, since they both have mainly VJ's face, but it's elongated like Miraj's. I really like that combo and experiment to see if I can get more offspring with it. On the other hand, I have plenty of Miraj's faces in the family that are short like VJ's. This seems to be the most common combo and the one I like the least, of course.
Post by: Nindigo on August 29, 2022, 02:59:26 AM
This project will probably require time and a bit of me and my fingers, but I've made up my mind :-\
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 29, 2022, 07:46:04 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 29, 2022, 07:49:29 AM
Also, I like playing more than building.
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 29, 2022, 07:51:45 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 29, 2022, 11:32:43 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/KqPNbpb/Screenshot-126.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KqPNbpb) (https://i.ibb.co/wwctyTx/Screenshot-127.jpg) (https://ibb.co/wwctyTx) (https://i.ibb.co/Q8dyfh6/Screenshot-128.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Q8dyfh6) (https://i.ibb.co/jWr2q3r/Screenshot-129.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jWr2q3r)
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 29, 2022, 11:43:50 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 29, 2022, 12:11:42 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 29, 2022, 02:47:21 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 30, 2022, 01:06:14 AM
Post by: Nindigo on August 31, 2022, 02:33:33 AM
A married couple, fairy Musad and vampire Ahmad, apparently went woohooing in a fairyhouse that I placed at a park. When they were done, um...three persons came out of the fairyhouse instead of two. The third was Musad's father, Musa. What in the world went on in there?? 🤣🤣🤣
Oh, and I also get a message that another married couple, that I just switched to, is expecting a new baby - all the while the father is angrily implying to their teenage daughter this her mother/his wife of being a glowbug. That's my Wackville, just the way I like it ;D
Oh, but wait. There is more. I just found the mother home alone in the bathroom, continuously sending woohooty and insulting text messages to various people in town - they all seem to decline her invitations to come and woohoo with her, and then she follows up with the insults. What a dysfunctional family! And they think to solve things with a new baby??? *grimaces jarringly*
Post by: Nindigo on August 31, 2022, 04:43:42 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 31, 2022, 07:15:40 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 31, 2022, 07:16:46 AM
By the way, the 8th and 9th generations have just been born in my Alvi empire :)
Post by: Nindigo on August 31, 2022, 10:39:05 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 31, 2022, 02:17:23 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 31, 2022, 04:04:08 PM
VJ and Miraj's presence is now simply a token one. They don't participate in the continuation of the family. They have their little nugget, but all three of them are outside what I consider the original lineage.
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 31, 2022, 04:08:43 PM
Post by: Nindigo on August 31, 2022, 04:12:45 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on August 31, 2022, 04:54:19 PM
I've built a smaller consignment shop to add to my play-save. I've also renovated the community pool and other community lots to add to my play-save. I consider that building to play.
Post by: Lapaige46 on August 31, 2022, 05:54:00 PM
Not.
Post by: Nindigo on August 31, 2022, 11:15:00 PM
Any experiements or projects going on currently?
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 01, 2022, 07:28:34 AM
I have one more essential community building (bookstore) to build and I can get to that today. I have finished recovering everything else to a degree. Some of them I didn't finish refurnishing them but as long as they have beds, and can eat, we're good for the time being.
I have some real-life things to attend to this morning but in the famous words of Arnie - "Ah'll be bok!"
Post by: Nindigo on September 01, 2022, 08:42:22 AM
Wow, I just did an amazing thing - pressed the wrong button and deleted an entire album on ImgBB instead of just the few pictures that I wanted to downsize.
Anyways, here are some schreenshots:
I don't know what it is with Miraj, but he so often does this:
(https://i.ibb.co/VVNgMQb/Screenshot-8.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VVNgMQb)
Below is one of my new young Alvi couples, freshly moved into their own little homemade abode: Sadiq, fairy Imelda and their first child, Lina. I already have Lina's future husband marked. He is also an infant nugget currently. Also, they have a little Shiba Inu dog named...uhm...Shiba, for now.
Sadiq is a natural beefcake for some reason. He is not athletic and has no athletic skill whatsoever. And he has a tadly crooked nose bridge unlike VJ and Miraj.
(https://i.ibb.co/JHw0c9x/Screenshot-9.jpg) (https://ibb.co/JHw0c9x) (https://i.ibb.co/4dmzxFh/Screenshot-10.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4dmzxFh) (https://i.ibb.co/bKxXcT6/Screenshot-11.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bKxXcT6)
Shiba the Shiba Inu:
(https://i.ibb.co/SvfVbp9/Screenshot-12.jpg) (https://ibb.co/SvfVbp9)
Imelda:
(https://i.ibb.co/vPw717x/Screenshot-13.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vPw717x) (https://i.ibb.co/Yyp8BYZ/Screenshot-15.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Yyp8BYZ)
And little Lina:
(https://i.ibb.co/MRLQXGf/Screenshot-14.jpg) (https://ibb.co/MRLQXGf)
Their house, inspired by a Sims 2 starter house:
(https://i.ibb.co/pzDdBry/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pzDdBry)
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 01, 2022, 09:19:43 AM
Just got done with a painting experiment. lol Now working on what from the junkyard is repairable using the what I call Junkyard mod. (Salvaged Junkyard Objects Made Usable - https://modthesims.info/d/522749/)
It's taking a bit because the junkyard only spawns a few things a Sim-day, mostly furniture.
I'll give more details over on the Sipping Tea thread in a bit. :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 01, 2022, 09:54:15 AM
I'm glad I'm not the only doing amazing things by pushing buttons accidently. I had to redo my library...again...
Maybe I need to build a junkyard in my pristine New Riverview. Some of my sims just might end up as inventors.
Post by: Nindigo on September 01, 2022, 01:56:41 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 01, 2022, 02:01:25 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 02, 2022, 02:06:21 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/9tMst25/Screenshot-67.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Qd5rdnw)
A family picture the day before Morgan Yates becomes an elder. In three days, Miss Trang and little Cadao will age up on the same day. I play with normal lifespan and aging enabled in this save, but once in a while, I pause it if I need time to investigate or finish something. I use skill and money cheats.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 02, 2022, 07:01:22 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 02, 2022, 09:54:03 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 02, 2022, 10:42:15 AM
They were in fact watching TV, and little Cadao was looking at a picture in my direction.
Maybe I'll try and get them to actually smile next time ;D
Morgan aged up at the local pool while slow dancing with Miss Trang. Cadao had wanted to go, so they did.
In a Sim day, they'll be having a double birthday. It just turned summer, so I think they'll go to the beach or the park.
With Seasons installed, the red days seem to have disappeared. I know you guys don't like them, but I do :-\
My current goal with this save is to get Cadao to young adulthood. After that, I'm not sure what's next, yet.
Post by: Nindigo on September 03, 2022, 12:15:42 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/zmMxDdd/Screenshot-23.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Bfp3Fkk)
Look at Sadiq's (not straight) nose! I think it's the first nose mutation in the family. His beefcakiness is also a mutation, but not new.
Lalah, one of VJ and Miraj's recent grandkids has the mutation of being heavier set, but not exactly obese - that's a first among females.
I'd like to point out that I haven't been using Random Genetics and NRaas' Population module for StoryProgression for a good while now. So, this means that new mutations are completely vanilla "induced".
Post by: Nindigo on September 03, 2022, 09:26:02 AM
Crosseyes on you.
*Sigh*
I have tried to give them 6 instant babies 5 times in a row. The 1st time, I got a longfaced VJ and then my game crashed before I could save. The next 4 times I only got shortfaced VJs and Mirajs. Why is the combo I like the most so darn rare? Now my fingers hurt.
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 03, 2022, 08:06:00 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 03, 2022, 11:11:37 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 03, 2022, 11:52:05 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 04, 2022, 08:03:29 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 04, 2022, 10:49:23 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 04, 2022, 12:05:13 PM
Anyways, thanks for pointing out that I could try the CAS method. And yeah, The Sims 3 is traditional when it comes to babymaking. Not like The Sims 4 where it's perfectly possible to play with genetics between two male parents without mods.
Post by: Nindigo on September 04, 2022, 12:17:49 PM
Father and daughter in Appaloosa Plains/Wackville. VJ never gets dressed unless he needs to leave the house. And no one dresses little Aliya. Miraj always dresses before leaving the bedroom.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 04, 2022, 12:24:49 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 04, 2022, 01:05:12 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 05, 2022, 12:23:17 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/Z8KtS1M/Screenshot-37.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Z8KtS1M) (https://i.ibb.co/m44g8S8/Screenshot-38.jpg) (https://ibb.co/m44g8S8) (https://i.ibb.co/fH7nSdx/Screenshot-39.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fH7nSdx) (https://i.ibb.co/QHqGWMk/Screenshot-40.jpg) (https://ibb.co/QHqGWMk) (https://i.ibb.co/ZgdbJyj/Screenshot-41.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ZgdbJyj) (https://i.ibb.co/4mz8mD2/Screenshot-42.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4mz8mD2) (https://i.ibb.co/PDkCzzY/Screenshot-43.jpg) (https://ibb.co/PDkCzzY) (https://i.ibb.co/8bc7dyZ/Screenshot-44.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8bc7dyZ) (https://i.ibb.co/7Ww98t6/Screenshot-45.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7Ww98t6)
Post by: Nindigo on September 05, 2022, 12:40:25 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/xGYr7Hq/Screenshot-32.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xGYr7Hq) (https://i.ibb.co/fxSP4Tk/Screenshot-33.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fxSP4Tk) (https://i.ibb.co/dPS6hjH/Screenshot-34.jpg) (https://ibb.co/dPS6hjH)
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 05, 2022, 12:49:03 PM
I like the Caliente house. Cool rooftop party space. We have something like that here but without the bar. :D
Again, too many years have passed since I played S2 that I don't remember it at all. The only thing I remember even about S1 is Bob and Betty Newbie.
Post by: Nindigo on September 05, 2022, 02:37:58 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 05, 2022, 02:41:17 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 05, 2022, 02:47:35 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 05, 2022, 03:10:00 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 06, 2022, 11:13:42 PM
The desire to play again came as I was looking over some new and old items from one of my favorite CC creators. And I totally miss playing with all the delicious CC food!
I will still be posting here, of course.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 07, 2022, 07:56:10 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 07, 2022, 01:16:08 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 07, 2022, 02:48:58 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 08, 2022, 03:51:11 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 08, 2022, 10:09:42 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/qFD8wfp/thumb.png) (https://ibb.co/qFD8wfp)
Post by: Nindigo on September 09, 2022, 06:00:57 AM
Here is a Sim that I play in The Sims 4 - Kalie Mohr - on the right in the oversized black sweater.
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FX5J9mrlt.jpg&hash=95d3a10291c0aee7b5b0e3f5383a71a2aa621f5d) (https://imgur.com/X5J9mrl)
Note: Imgbb currently unavailable.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 09, 2022, 06:17:29 AM
Thanks for the wall of text, Lapaige ;D
????
Post by: Nindigo on September 09, 2022, 08:48:15 AM
Meh, I can't focus on TS4 either. No focus at all these days :'(
Post by: Nindigo on September 11, 2022, 05:27:37 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/3vDL4VD/09-11-22-2-23-55-PM.jpg)
Life is SO unfair and owes me everything - harrumph!
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 11, 2022, 08:00:18 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 11, 2022, 08:31:59 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 11, 2022, 09:27:22 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 11, 2022, 12:38:32 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/hfgHm4r/09-11-22-9-35-36-PM.jpg)
She is mightily proud as she'd just finished knitting her first beanie.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 11, 2022, 12:41:25 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 11, 2022, 01:15:22 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 19, 2022, 01:32:01 PM
Also, I'm checking in here daily. Just might not post anything.
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 19, 2022, 01:40:36 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 19, 2022, 05:14:57 PM
Post by: Nindigo on September 20, 2022, 03:10:46 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/pxCPxsy/20210523235158-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pxCPxsy) (https://i.ibb.co/DwcYD6G/20210530111650-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/DwcYD6G) (https://i.ibb.co/R27fPjH/20210530123232-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/R27fPjH) (https://i.ibb.co/VjxVDyV/20210530160047-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VjxVDyV) (https://i.ibb.co/M65wYSm/20220310191628-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/M65wYSm) (https://i.ibb.co/DpCwSzg/20220310203058-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/DpCwSzg) (https://i.ibb.co/RNn5f9s/20220310204047-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/RNn5f9s) (https://i.ibb.co/hWFBPct/20220313211318-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/hWFBPct) (https://i.ibb.co/tmFhdst/20220324111327-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/tmFhdst) (https://i.ibb.co/MM1C10c/20220327234141-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/MM1C10c) (https://i.ibb.co/KXrY79B/20220820161406-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KXrY79B)
Post by: MrsFlynn on September 20, 2022, 04:57:16 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 20, 2022, 12:02:37 PM
Animals and birds have their daily schedules walking across the huge reserves. A big part of the game is to track them down, do missions and challenges, and take photos.
Post by: Nindigo on September 25, 2022, 05:24:57 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on September 25, 2022, 09:04:52 AM
Post by: Nindigo on September 25, 2022, 11:49:54 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 05, 2022, 06:44:16 AM
Hope things are well.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 05, 2022, 09:40:13 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 06, 2022, 03:52:15 AM
I feel like booting up The Sims 3 again after learning about some new things from a YouTube video.
Be posting an update soon.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 06, 2022, 07:49:10 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 08, 2022, 05:36:03 AM
Welcome to Wacktown, little Mañana Alvi (held by Mama Hanuna)
(https://i.ibb.co/NN4T2jG/Screenshot.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NN4T2jG)
Post by: Nindigo on October 09, 2022, 01:15:16 AM
Since Spooky Day is a combined Halloween and Thanksgiving in The Sims 3, Hanuna wanted to host a Feast party this time around.
(https://i.ibb.co/bQj6T0s/Screenshot-2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5GX1m0r)
Hanuna is a VJ x Miraj daughter and can be seen to the lower left eating deepfried turkey. The lady holding a piece of birthday cake is Jezenya.
(https://i.ibb.co/tmrZQ6R/Screenshot-3.jpg) (https://ibb.co/cgnbk9q)
Hanuna's daughter, Yarah, seemed into a flower binding TV show.
(https://i.ibb.co/3YNJHDV/Screenshot-5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/XkswTh6)
Himayat was out Trick or Treating. When none opened the door, he apparently decided to take pictures of the celebrities inside through the windows.
(https://i.ibb.co/xh6h86z/Screenshot-7.jpg) (https://ibb.co/gyJyFJt)
Poor Hannah learned the meaning of solid quality in objects.
(https://i.ibb.co/w09fQ6v/Screenshot-8.jpg) (https://ibb.co/C1kf90r)
Gabrielle and Chaim are seen dancing here. The elderly Sim feeling trapped in the background is Elyas.
(https://i.ibb.co/BCth3fM/Screenshot-9.jpg) (https://ibb.co/QKfWQJw)
VJ and a couple of others showed up uninvited. He was making himself a deepfried onion snack and behaved fairly decently for once. To the right is Krissy.
(https://i.ibb.co/RTp8Pzt/Screenshot-10.jpg) (https://ibb.co/zVhdbGC)
Joe Schreckengast and Christie caught up. Joe is part Alien. Christie is my only Alvi with light blue eyes.
(https://i.ibb.co/jRBLnYV/Screenshot-12.jpg) (https://ibb.co/TLpH9GK)
Nandini was impatiently waiting in line for the deepfrier. That's Joe again on her left.
(https://i.ibb.co/4pPDN08/Screenshot-13.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KWFQy82)
Poor Elyas...
(https://i.ibb.co/KsgJj1y/Screenshot-14.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fNWsYc0)
This little scamp is Jawad, son of party hostess Hanuna. His father is genie Omar. Very VJ-ish looking, but will he get Omar's longer face?
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 09, 2022, 10:08:45 AM
It's fun getting to see the Alvi family. :)
Post by: Nindigo on October 09, 2022, 01:14:16 PM
Thanks for enjoying my Alvi family. I love them all dearly :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 09, 2022, 01:18:18 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 11, 2022, 09:02:19 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/g3hL558/Screenshot.jpg) (https://ibb.co/g3hL558)
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 11, 2022, 09:23:20 AM
Edited for clarity. :) : It occurred to me that you may not catch the reference since it may only be a N.American term. As far as I know, it came about during the 60's hippie era when meditation became a socially aware thing. Those who were critical of the whole idea termed it "contemplating your navel."
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 11, 2022, 12:12:10 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 12, 2022, 07:08:08 AM
Well, sometimes, Sims seem to kind of space out after they're done eating at a table. That's what happened, and then it became obvious that he actually -is- crosseyed.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 12, 2022, 07:51:01 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 20, 2022, 09:31:18 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/VM2tbWf/10-20-22-6-29-13-PM.png) (https://ibb.co/VM2tbWf)
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 20, 2022, 09:47:37 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 10, 2022, 07:53:22 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 10, 2022, 08:40:07 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 10, 2022, 08:56:37 AM
As far as I understand as long as you have your base game registered with the Sims 3 Store you should be able to use whichever version you have and use your store content.
It's also my understanding that Steam and Disc (pre-2012) version is the most stable editions of the game. As they can install and play without Origin/EA App.
Edited to Add: (Just like Lapaige mentions)
Purchased Store content will not install in Steam version.
https://steamcommunity.com/app/47890/discussions/0/3079880700820652147
-- Quote from Cruinne --
Try going in through the in-game store and downloading it there. You can access items you've already purchased there, and it should download the correct version for your game.
----
You need to re download and reinstall Store content after switching versions. The same will also happen if you ever decide to switch to the Origin/EA version after using Steam. They manage Store content differently.
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 10, 2022, 09:02:46 AM
What does happen though, is that it will tell me that it's installed when it's not and I have to go to the dashboard and reinstall it.
Post by: Nindigo on November 10, 2022, 09:49:59 AM
Seeing as I play with everything installed in Appaloosa Plains, I might as well just switch to Steam - even more so because it is more stable.
I'll need to find out what store sets some particular hairstyles come from.
You guys are the best :)
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 10, 2022, 09:53:55 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 10, 2022, 10:25:26 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 11, 2022, 04:19:01 AM
I decided to add some of my dynasty's first generation grown offspring. Because I got nostalgic. And I got tired of snow, so I upped the temperature to a constant 77 fahrenheit despite the changing seasons. I have also paused aging for a spell. Need my proper dose of every of my Alvis before they go with Grim. I kinda want to set up a save where the town is never aging and never changing. Something to go back to when I just want to hang out with all the originals.
Pictures:
(https://i.ibb.co/MRmhmkh/Screenshot.jpg) (https://ibb.co/MRmhmkh)
Winter fun in warm weather... (Manar, Zaki, and Taj)
(https://i.ibb.co/R0Ds9pM/Screenshot-2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/R0Ds9pM)
A youngified Musa and Daania enjoying themselves.
(https://i.ibb.co/Mk5rFKP/Screenshot-3.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Mk5rFKP)
Chaim skated very purposefully.
(https://i.ibb.co/WH9QMBf/Screenshot-4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/WH9QMBf)
Daania is a pro obviously.
(https://i.ibb.co/Bn3Z2x1/Screenshot-5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Bn3Z2x1)
I forget his name, but this teen is the grandson of a certain Myra Scott. *winks at MrsFlynn*
(https://i.ibb.co/tqp0dhX/Screenshot-6.jpg) (https://ibb.co/tqp0dhX)
Two brothers, Zaki and Manar, with the insane trait.
(https://i.ibb.co/G9KVDhY/Screenshot-7.jpg) (https://ibb.co/G9KVDhY)
Cutiepie Nandini whose mother is Daania, but did not turn out fairy herself.
(https://i.ibb.co/KmhqV5c/Screenshot-8.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KmhqV5c)
Her husband is Chaim here who had just been bored to sleep from talking to a Sim with no sense of humor.
(https://i.ibb.co/kh7pjhc/Screenshot-9.jpg) (https://ibb.co/kh7pjhc)
A youngified Elyas. I believe he was the fourth engineered child of VJ and Miraj.
(https://i.ibb.co/0qH1VhR/Screenshot-10.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0qH1VhR)
This is Taj. His grandparents are Musa from the second picture above and Agnes Crumplebottom, a premade Sim from Sunset Valley.
(https://i.ibb.co/6y8dtfb/Screenshot-11.jpg) (https://ibb.co/6y8dtfb)
Miraj and VJ. VJ is a vampire and has just bitten Miraj to turn him.
(https://i.ibb.co/7Jh1DS1/Screenshot-12.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7Jh1DS1)
Miraj sleeping peacefully before turning. I find him so adorable, always.
Until next time, toodles :)
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 11, 2022, 06:42:43 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 11, 2022, 08:29:38 AM
I saw my almost 19 y/o granddaughter the other day for the first time in over a year and last night I went to dinner with my out-of-town son and 16 y/o grandson who are in town for a hockey tournament. It's been a good week. :)
Post by: Nindigo on November 11, 2022, 11:09:29 PM
Once again, I gave in to Miraj's wish for another kid now that their current one just started school. They got her engineered at the hospital as usual which takes half an in-game day. Her name is Aya Nubia Alvi.
On a another note, I started up a new VJ and Miraj in a fresh save in Sunset Valley, aged them up, and disappeared their dad, Iqbal. I've done this before, but this time, they feel attracted to each other which is important to me. I've never put together Alvis who did not feel a mutual attraction. So, yay :)
I'm still curious about the look of new offspring. It's like when I explore landscape in Minecraft. Although the biomes are always the same five or more types, they always come in a new and different layout. It keeps exciting me. It's the same obsession with Alvi genetics...the little differences here and there make me appreciate them all.
(https://i.ibb.co/dtM1qSR/Screenshot-30.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vhqgGbS)
Miraj
Post by: Nindigo on November 12, 2022, 05:11:02 AM
From Dictionary.com:
Informal.
1. Also V.J. video jockey.
2. a video journalist; a person who works as a reporter in television news broadcasting.
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 12, 2022, 08:13:35 AM
I've never created a dynasty so aging up isn't a necessary thing for me. Having said that though, it's been a long time that I've really played the game and even then it was with my own handful of sims that I played in rotation. I had 3 guys and 3 gals with the idea of pairing them up but only couple ended up together. They were all friends but I couldn't seem to get the others interested in each other. The game moves too fast so I didn't have time to promote the romance most of the time. I like the MOD you posted a while back about slowing sim time. I haven't had a chance to use it yet but I will if and when I need it and I can remember how. :D
The sun is lighing up my glass cabinet right now. I never get tired of it.
(https://i.ibb.co/yqGN6nQ/glass.jpg) (https://ibb.co/yqGN6nQ)
Post by: Nindigo on November 12, 2022, 08:43:12 AM
Remember that you can change the lifespan of Sims as well in settings.
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 12, 2022, 09:00:47 AM
I did know that I could change the sim's life span. :)
Post by: Nindigo on November 12, 2022, 09:25:43 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 12, 2022, 10:04:44 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 12, 2022, 10:37:36 AM
Basegame offers the business career
Nightlife offers a fame system for various accomplishments and new careers such as movie star
Ambitions offers the fashion designer profession and employment based on various skills such as gardener, writer, painter, etc.
World Adventures offers nectar/wine making and with Ambitions also installed, as employment
University offers some social media features
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 12, 2022, 10:56:37 AM
I also have Ambitions and that's where I used fashion designer - which is what I meant when I said stylist. (I don't always say what I mean :D ) That's also where architect came in but that's mostly calls from other Sims wanting to have an updated or new room. It works the same as fashion designer which was a bit disappointing but I always expect too much. ::)
Post by: Nindigo on November 12, 2022, 03:33:21 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/ThPBdFN/Screenshot-14.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ThPBdFN)
These young ladies are the twins, Nadia and Robin. They are actually older sisters to the royal heir, Shayan.
(https://i.ibb.co/sjYzcC1/Screenshot-15.jpg) (https://ibb.co/sjYzcC1)
These are fairies, Imelda and Musad, having a chat. Imelda has a really deep voice.
(https://i.ibb.co/yftv42n/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://ibb.co/yftv42n)
Imelda's father, Salvatore, is keeping an eye on her. He is a Sim who is very hard to get along with.
(https://i.ibb.co/BP2M2Tk/Screenshot-17.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BP2M2Tk)
Fairy Daniyal is enjoying an icecream. He has lived a long time and is happily married to his niece. (that is allowed in my country)
(https://i.ibb.co/cQhnN9Y/Screenshot-18.jpg) (https://ibb.co/cQhnN9Y)
Mister Nugget here is the judge of butts during a hotdog eating competition. He is very proud of his assignment.
(https://i.ibb.co/HrhSz5D/Screenshot-20.jpg) (https://ibb.co/HrhSz5D)
I'm pretty sure that's Roshan winning the competition. Next to him is Nandini, her mother, Nida, and Ahmad. I think Ahmad is guvenor by now.
(https://i.ibb.co/XxNPbhB/Screenshot-21.jpg) (https://ibb.co/XxNPbhB)
Nandini felt like topping the many hotdogs off with some icecream.
(https://i.ibb.co/FWV9Xkv/Screenshot-22.jpg) (https://ibb.co/FWV9Xkv)
And then we have, I believe, another grandchild of a certain Myra Scott. I need to update the family tree over at Family Echo.
(https://i.ibb.co/njHfb7k/Screenshot-23.jpg) (https://ibb.co/njHfb7k)
This is Taurus, grandchild of Myra Scott, and Nadirah before her recent makeover. She is another VJ-Miraj offspring.
(https://i.ibb.co/whWbF8r/Screenshot-24.jpg) (https://ibb.co/whWbF8r)
That's her again and...Floyd Alvi, I think. There are so many Alvis!
(https://i.ibb.co/N95nVM4/Screenshot-25.jpg) (https://ibb.co/N95nVM4)
And here is Omar with one of his daughters. He has 4 or 5 kids now. The latest two with two redhead Alvi twin sisters.
(https://i.ibb.co/FBjg0jc/Screenshot-26.jpg) (https://ibb.co/FBjg0jc)
And last here are a couple of part alien teens. Their mother, Joy, is also part alien and very pretty.
I really hope to catch up on some names. For now, toodles :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 12, 2022, 05:45:28 PM
Post by: Nindigo on November 13, 2022, 01:27:03 AM
And it's her everyday wear. LOL
Her name is Felisha.
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 13, 2022, 04:09:38 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 13, 2022, 06:14:56 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 13, 2022, 02:35:00 PM
And now, I'm going to hang out in Aurora Skies with Apollo Bloom for a bit :)
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 13, 2022, 03:38:35 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 13, 2022, 04:45:59 PM
Post by: Nindigo on November 14, 2022, 12:08:36 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 14, 2022, 05:28:57 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/yk5MGW5/Screenshot-37.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bvLyqzL)
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 14, 2022, 06:26:59 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 14, 2022, 06:33:13 AM
Here are some piccies of AP and SV using the lighting mod, Uranesia.
AP, sunset
(https://i.ibb.co/hChRdxn/Screenshot-13.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7b8JpxT)
(https://i.ibb.co/6NRmqsh/Screenshot-14.jpg) (https://ibb.co/x3SDr5v)
SV, Sunrise
(https://i.ibb.co/bjVdPpj/Screenshot-26.jpg) (https://ibb.co/hxN8ypx)
(https://i.ibb.co/xjRFxwm/Screenshot-27.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Ykq0HJD)
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 14, 2022, 07:28:03 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 14, 2022, 09:36:10 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 14, 2022, 10:16:07 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 14, 2022, 10:41:11 AM
On the bright side, he was hated by everyone he knew in Bridgeport. So, he doesn't have to worry about that anymore.
But I guess starting fresh by yourself is always a bit daunting. If not a lot.
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 14, 2022, 10:45:32 AM
The first time I ever met her, she came into our office join as a consultant. She walked up to me and said she was going to take over my desk. Not exactly a good start to a positive working environment.
Post by: Nindigo on November 14, 2022, 10:49:32 AM
Well, Apollo's bio:
Apollo is an egotistical male model who cares only about himself. His cover shoot for Sim Quarterly Magazine is attracting major buzz from the local media… and paparazzi.
Now, I'm going to turn his life around.
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 14, 2022, 10:50:50 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 15, 2022, 02:30:59 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/LN8N9VB/Screenshot-40.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VwtwMfb)
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 15, 2022, 09:39:12 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 15, 2022, 09:46:38 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 15, 2022, 11:19:35 PM
I also use CC eyes that make the iris smaller and more realistic.
Can't live without it anymore.
Post by: Nindigo on November 17, 2022, 10:14:46 AM
Some days, I just can't find the right headspace to play. Today, I've mostly felt like watching Netflix...
:-\
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 17, 2022, 11:38:06 AM
Right now I'm building another house I built in real life. I've just finished the house we had when we lived in the US. I might build my apartment next as a starter home. I have a couple of smaller lots that would suit. I'm not very inspired these days though and I'm not getting an inspiration from my Facebook feed like I used to. They've changed something and I'm getting a whole lot of "suggestions" now that are completely irrelevant to me.
Post by: Nindigo on November 20, 2022, 08:00:33 AM
I'm experiencing another Sims 4 bout. I have created some Sims and also given some TLC to some premades. I play with A LOT of mods and it's just so much fun. I'm really happy that I have every single pack for the game, and I continue to be amazed at all the free content that players/creators put their time and effort to make available without getting anything but satisfaction in return. Makes you thankful and appreciative. Depending on where one looks, a lot of goodness can still be found in this world. *feels warm and fuzzy inside*
Here is a Sim I created today. She has a daughter and a cat, likes to cook and do extreme sports. I'll post more pictures soon.
(https://i.ibb.co/DwT0vVn/11-20-22-4-51-45-PM.png) (https://ibb.co/RQdRsvW)
She is having quite a confident moment here.
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 20, 2022, 08:54:25 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 20, 2022, 09:01:31 AM
Your new friend is lovely but I can't say much for her taste in men even if he is kind of cute.
Post by: Nindigo on November 20, 2022, 01:41:56 PM
My Sim is unflirty. I feel like doing anything but romances with her. She has maxed her regular cooking skill not long ago. Next up is gourmet cooking and baking.
Post by: Nindigo on November 21, 2022, 02:47:06 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/QY9Wzx7/11-21-22-11-45-47-AM.png) (https://ibb.co/nQrXZKq)
Post by: Nindigo on November 21, 2022, 02:58:00 AM
Still having so much fun.
(https://i.ibb.co/cJ8J5rq/11-20-22-6-51-57-PM.png) (https://ibb.co/tB2BfJR)
Stacie with her Himalayan cat, Mochi
(https://i.ibb.co/g42Q0fy/11-20-22-7-12-21-PM.png) (https://ibb.co/HhSRcb7)
Mochi getting some shuteye at the park
(https://i.ibb.co/tCwnRVd/11-20-22-8-18-40-PM.png) (https://ibb.co/VB0b6fK)
Stacie and a hostile ninja during a ninja mod event
(https://i.ibb.co/BrCQSwZ/11-20-22-10-19-27-PM.png) (https://ibb.co/pRLM9nz)
Luna is as confident as her mother
(https://i.ibb.co/fSH2N9Y/11-20-22-10-20-09-PM.png) (https://ibb.co/DbQtMYD)
Luna enjoyed skiing during the snow festival - in the northern part of the Mt. Komorebi map
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 21, 2022, 07:44:19 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 21, 2022, 08:06:03 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 21, 2022, 09:53:27 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 21, 2022, 09:57:45 AM
Didn't build it. Just decorated it :)
It looks really nice.
Post by: Nindigo on November 23, 2022, 10:19:12 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/Zd2LQ5y/11-23-22-11-24-44-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/9nZ8x6R)
Mojo and Nugget, both male
(https://i.ibb.co/qss1G1N/11-23-22-6-00-36-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BZZsDsy)
Janina having a foodie club gathering at her home
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 23, 2022, 10:21:21 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 23, 2022, 12:56:27 PM
I feel very happy playing Sims 4 again. The various graphical glitches don't bother me. I stay away from gardening though, as that feature is broken and probably won't get fixed ever. It is fine though, as I can buy all the produce I need for cooking and baking and drink making. The quality of the produce does not affect the meal.
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 23, 2022, 01:12:49 PM
Post by: Nindigo on November 23, 2022, 02:59:19 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 23, 2022, 03:15:46 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 23, 2022, 07:29:25 PM
Post by: Nindigo on November 24, 2022, 02:27:04 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 24, 2022, 05:31:47 AM
(Click to see a larger picture)
(https://i.ibb.co/6w1BSwr/11-24-22-2-14-57-PM.png) (https://ibb.co/6w1BSwr)
Second floor
(https://i.ibb.co/M6H3cFk/11-24-22-2-15-20-PM.png) (https://ibb.co/M6H3cFk)
First floor
(https://i.ibb.co/rs0w8wV/11-24-22-2-26-38-PM.png) (https://ibb.co/rs0w8wV)
Baking with cats
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 24, 2022, 05:35:45 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 24, 2022, 06:25:30 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 24, 2022, 06:27:37 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 24, 2022, 06:04:54 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 24, 2022, 07:16:14 PM
Post by: Nindigo on November 25, 2022, 01:44:15 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 25, 2022, 11:14:09 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 25, 2022, 11:27:18 AM
Original: Cassidy Purdue (https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/sims/images/1/19/S4PE_Purdue.png/revision/latest?cb=20160112033128)
(https://i.ibb.co/km2Mxrc/11-25-22-2-21-54-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/hYFCyn8)
(https://i.ibb.co/Rvrj3S6/11-25-22-2-22-08-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/3r6RpsF)
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 25, 2022, 01:33:04 PM
Post by: Nindigo on November 25, 2022, 02:27:50 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 25, 2022, 02:37:31 PM
I know I will play S3 once I have RV finished.
Post by: Nindigo on November 25, 2022, 02:55:50 PM
Look at all this delicious custom food: https://littlbowbub.tumblr.com/recipedownloads-granniescookbook
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 25, 2022, 03:09:04 PM
Post by: Nindigo on November 25, 2022, 06:21:10 PM
Here's another sweet catlady that I just created:
(https://i.ibb.co/SQb6fbS/11-26-22-3-13-32-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/HN6Kh6Z)
I'm trying out different CC default replacements.
Often, a piece of CC (in this case, the earrings) inspires me to create a new Sim to wear it.
Loner Sims in particular are well off with a pet to get their social needs fullfilled.
Chelsea here aspires to become a master mixologist.
Oh, and I'm also trying out some lighting mods (exterior and interior) in this save.
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 25, 2022, 09:43:16 PM
Post by: Nindigo on November 25, 2022, 11:23:33 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 26, 2022, 11:40:14 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 27, 2022, 09:48:39 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/TqvWdNt/11-23-22-6-30-01-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pr0h5kd)
Janina won the spicy curry challenge at San Myshuno's food festival.
(https://i.ibb.co/x759tkd/11-24-22-4-22-22-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pLXVB75)
In Mt. Komorebi, Mojo the cat felt like sitting on a plate of barbeque ribs.
(https://i.ibb.co/Byv6y3K/11-25-22-1-30-57-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/McK1cS5)
Luna enjoying a cream cola at a karaoke bar while Janina moonlighted as a mixologist.
(https://i.ibb.co/7j738HV/11-25-22-1-34-04-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/hLpGhkH)
Syncronous sandwich devouring (SSD).
(https://i.ibb.co/fDcyB9Q/11-27-22-9-22-21-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/41QX92J)
The family has four kitties now and so far, everything is peaceful and friendly. But Nugget (stumpy tail) did run away once. He returned though, as Luna was quick to use social media to post a missing pet notice. Nugget came home real stinky and with a present in his mouth.
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 27, 2022, 09:51:55 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 28, 2022, 11:18:39 AM
4 kitties is a lot to take care of, but your Sim family has hours of entertainment. lol :)
Post by: Nindigo on November 28, 2022, 12:34:49 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/3SbJr98/11-28-22-9-12-40-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/dkvhWw3)
(https://i.ibb.co/6PnjYFN/11-28-22-9-13-00-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/FwxR6zn)
(https://i.ibb.co/gSrM8Np/11-28-22-9-13-36-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/sKgv4nG)
(https://i.ibb.co/9tmfSzj/11-28-22-9-13-47-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/M6yjQWL)
(https://i.ibb.co/NTzZxNC/11-28-22-9-14-35-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Vw82VC9)
My Sim Cassidy Purdue lives in this neighborhood:
(https://i.ibb.co/n7V14q3/11-28-22-9-15-11-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/qN4ghL0)
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 28, 2022, 02:06:10 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 28, 2022, 03:05:40 PM
Post by: Nindigo on December 03, 2022, 02:24:51 PM
I have a main save where I play different households, usually consisting of a single or two Sims with or without pets.
Right now, I'm in StrangerVille with a Sim created by the wonderful YouTuber, Dr. Gluon. He is very warm and entertaining. I decided to re-watch his 100 baby challenge.
Post by: MrsFlynn on December 03, 2022, 03:19:22 PM
Post by: Nindigo on December 03, 2022, 09:09:59 PM
I also really, really like cooking in games: Growing - processing - creating - selling. That's me alright.
You can sell dishes in The Sims 4 as well. Instantly by clicking on the plate of food, but also if you have a retail shop or a buy/sell table that you can place anywhere.
Post by: MrsFlynn on December 03, 2022, 09:54:14 PM
Post by: Nindigo on December 04, 2022, 09:46:16 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on December 04, 2022, 11:08:00 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdV9lJT76Dc
Post by: MrsFlynn on December 04, 2022, 12:01:02 PM
Thank you for sharing the video link, Lapaige!! :)
Post by: Nindigo on December 05, 2022, 12:28:08 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on December 05, 2022, 08:29:42 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/nC9VRdD/thumb.png) (https://ibb.co/nC9VRdD)
Post by: Nindigo on December 07, 2022, 12:13:47 AM
I've actually found a working mod for The Sims 4 that stops random Sims from spawning. This is gamechanging.
I have not had any issues at all.
This is required and is placed in the Mods folder: Injection Tools (https://brainblasted.itch.io/injection-tools)
The mod itself I unzipped and also placed in the Mods folder: No Random Townies (https://www.patreon.com/posts/no-random-41053263)
These two are companion mods and also go into the Mods folder: Assign NPCs Roles (https://www.patreon.com/posts/47253623) (two files)
Post by: MrsFlynn on December 07, 2022, 08:08:26 AM
Post by: Nindigo on December 07, 2022, 10:12:01 AM
I am still fooling around with a handful of households, mods, and CC. And also re-binging Dr. Gluon's 100 baby challenge from a few years back on YouTube. Puts me in a good mood.
Post by: Lapaige46 on December 07, 2022, 10:37:17 AM
However, some of the things I wish for could probably never happen or they'd be done already. ::)
Post by: Nindigo on December 07, 2022, 11:52:16 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on December 08, 2022, 04:45:29 AM
Post by: Nindigo on December 12, 2022, 10:41:28 PM
I'm pondering starting a casual Sunset Valley save to play the Andrews family - Victoria and Beau. I love this couple, especially Victoria. And like last time, I'd like to go Egypt crazy with her again after she becomes a Star News Anchor in the journalism career. And have them have a couple of kids again as well. Last time, they even had a live-in mummy that kept down a part time job at the grocery store. It was almost always late for work due to being slow moving. I had a lot of fun with this family.
I'd post updates here featuring Vicky and her tomb delving adventures. Since Beau is a couch potato, he'd mostly hang around in town and try to enchant a cobra in a basket among other things.
Post by: MrsFlynn on December 13, 2022, 10:01:13 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on December 13, 2022, 10:25:20 AM
Post by: Nindigo on January 20, 2023, 02:25:31 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on January 20, 2023, 07:54:03 AM
Post by: Nindigo on January 20, 2023, 09:21:57 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on January 20, 2023, 11:23:33 AM
Post by: Nindigo on January 21, 2023, 02:20:49 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/BC5RBqJ/Screenshot-68.jpg) (https://ibb.co/MCxL7MH)
(https://i.ibb.co/23DSQXR/Screenshot-69.jpg) (https://ibb.co/HTWCsmR)
Post by: MrsFlynn on January 21, 2023, 07:21:42 AM
Post by: Nindigo on January 21, 2023, 08:35:00 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/w7TGLXR/Screenshot-73.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BGmWPxt)
Post by: Lapaige46 on January 21, 2023, 04:40:26 PM
Post by: Nindigo on January 22, 2023, 06:32:55 AM
Post by: Nindigo on January 25, 2023, 12:04:43 PM
I have gone mad and gone to Lunar Lakes. Back to Doris and the kids.
Doris can also daycare. Lunar kids needs caring too, right? Maybe the color yellow will help me focus.
*facial tick*
(I'm okay. I think.)
(https://i.ibb.co/fQ43hHQ/Screenshot-4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fQ43hHQ)
Sunday. Everybody is in Finn's room. Mom Doris is reading a cooking book. Little sis Theresa is reading a logic book. Girlfriend Christa is talking to the mirror, and Finn himself is practicing writing - on the computer.
Post by: Lapaige46 on January 25, 2023, 12:10:13 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/k9MczXD/fine.webp) (https://ibb.co/k9MczXD)
Not only are we working on the daycare thing, now MrsFlynn has got us involved in a mega build request. :D
Post by: MrsFlynn on January 25, 2023, 01:39:40 PM
Post by: Nindigo on January 29, 2023, 11:24:43 PM
I have played with them briefly before. The Bertigers are a small and homeless townie family in Moonlight Falls consisting of a vampire father and his witch daughter. They are practically identical both appearance and personality wise. I feel like playing them again just for a bit of fun, since the daycare challenge has come to feel like a chore that I can't make progress with, because something keeps getting in the way, be it glitches or real-life things. For instance, the latest bug was that a kid didn't register as a daycare child. I'm also exhausted and dealing with a lot of pain in several places.
Anyway. Martin, the father, is an adult and not that far from becoming an elder. So, he is rather old for a vampire dad, as they are longer lived than regular Sims. Brittany, his daughter, is an elementary school kid. They are quite the odd couple, but Moonlight Falls has plenty of those and actually has many and also big homeless townie families just waiting to be made playable (if you ask me).
The Bertigers:
(https://i.ibb.co/HFBsnVr/Screenshot-4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/w0BXMRK)
Name: Martin Bertiger
Zodiac: Sagittarius
Faves: Indie, O Postive, Yellow
Traits: Brooding, Technophobe, Family-Oriented, Artistic, Friendly
LTW: Illustrious Author
(https://i.ibb.co/G7q8gW0/Screenshot-5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/sjZNLK2)
Name: Brittany Bertiger
Zodiac: Sagittarius
Faves: Indie, Peanut Butter and Jelly, Spice Brown
Traits: Technophobe, Family-Oriented, Artistic
LTW: N/A
Post by: Lapaige46 on January 30, 2023, 08:12:30 AM
Post by: Nindigo on January 30, 2023, 10:10:52 PM
Brittany and Martin enjoyed themselves at the Toadstool hangout:
(https://i.ibb.co/P5kxzLH/Screenshot-2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/55ZTx0H)
Brittany warming her butt.
(https://i.ibb.co/Kr4zbVQ/Screenshot-7.jpg) (https://ibb.co/HHwpBGM)
Martin trying his hand at the wack-a-gnome game that I love in this game.
I have a bug in this save (surprise). The school bus arrives to pick Brittany up for school, but it doesn't take her home. She is just left standing around on the school's perimeter, until I direct her home. I have tried moving them into a different house and back. Although I didn't check if the bus would act normally, while they stayed at the other lot. I will test it now.
Post by: Lapaige46 on January 30, 2023, 10:18:01 PM
Post by: Nindigo on January 30, 2023, 10:58:52 PM
Well, after moving the Bertigers, little Brittany lost her A in school and went back to a C. I'm so sorry, Brittany.
Hmm, maybe it happened because I bulldozed the school lot and placed down a copy of the school building. I did it because you never know what could be causing a bug - maybe the lot itself could. I did the same thing with their house. Right now, they are in a different house and I wonder if the school bus will show up to take her home now...
Another odd thing I have discovered: Vampires usually can raid a hospital for blood. But because Moonlight Falls uses combined venues, Martin cannot raid it. However, he can raid the grocery store (which is also a combined venue with the local diner). I don't know what vampires hope to find there, because plasma juice can just be grabbed from any normal fridge.
Update
The school bus did not show up to take Brittany home to her new house either. This is a mystery!
Post by: MrsFlynn on January 30, 2023, 11:40:35 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 01, 2023, 10:47:10 PM
Theresa Lucas...a hot-headed, inappropriate, genius child and scout. Her doting mother, Doris Lucas, is giving her and her older brother, Finn Lucas, everything they could possibly need with little concern for herself.
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F3nVTXZj.jpg&hash=f0081c3751b1d2f76d456022e416039c7e31134f) (https://imgur.com/3nVTXZj)
Finn is working part-time at bookstore after school
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FyEkZD5h.jpg&hash=be030f9cc285441590f54655da8cbb9d76922f2c) (https://imgur.com/yEkZD5h)
Finn's live-in girlfriend, Christa, is working part-time as a spa receptionist after school
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F3SEdaa1.jpg&hash=cd6ceffeaf94f509d875387d62ce82ff9e10ccff) (https://imgur.com/3SEdaa1)
Doris, my daycarer in Lunar Lakes
Post by: Nindigo on February 01, 2023, 11:19:41 PM
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F24egndp.jpg&hash=b2a39ece26ac1594a60bf78be045d1f5b7bee70c) (https://imgur.com/24egndp)
Doris looking very pleased with the current situation and yes, the blocks table is the only toy for the daycare toddlers. It has 4 spots for playing as opposed to a dollhouse which only has 2. I also added a kitty-stereo to raise the general mood with some music.
Post by: Nindigo on February 02, 2023, 12:33:09 AM
Finn and Christa have both earned their first promotion in their respective part-time jobs. Yay for that.
Troubled little Theresa has earned her first badge at scouts. She has also decided on a lifetime wish - chess grandmaster.
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FAsRaXH4.jpg&hash=d9f3d38db2116d8873a74a9d9619eba13ea3e14a) (https://imgur.com/AsRaXH4)
Look, mama!
(https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FzhCmNZV.jpg&hash=7d671c6c1b06b9307b0c8cb4ed6e1cb0286d5d42) (https://imgur.com/zhCmNZV)
That's my girl!
Post by: Nindigo on February 03, 2023, 05:07:37 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/N31Czf1/Screenshot-10.jpg)
Doris and the kids, including her daughter-in-law to be, enjoyed a trip to one of the public pools in their first weekend.
(https://i.ibb.co/mcgGVKy/Screenshot-9.jpg)
Love the new CC eyes on Finn ;D
(https://i.ibb.co/hWGQLpy/Screenshot-12.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/7g8ksVQ/Screenshot-14.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/b7P5BLC/Screenshot-16.jpg)
Lunar Lakes at night. No lighting mod is used. The sky is pinkish and there are no stars and no, well...moon, since this -is- a moon.
(https://i.ibb.co/SnTJHyj/Screenshot-23.jpg)
Doris has found love and is now going steady with this awesome chef fella, Wayne Ahmadyar.
(https://i.ibb.co/g69wxSV/Screenshot-24.jpg)
Mister Ahmadyar apparently knew my plan, since he gave her an amorous hug shortly after they had met. I -love- when Sims play along of their own accord.
(https://i.ibb.co/7W4tKMw/Screenshot-25.jpg)
Theresa has maxed her logic skill and is now discovering all kinds of potions with the chemistry table in the backyard.
(https://i.ibb.co/jvvqz8D/Screenshot-28.jpg)
Doris is very proud of her children. Finn has decided on a lifetime wish as well. He wants to become a Renaissance Sim, and his girlfriend Christa wants to become a Master of the Arts.
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 03, 2023, 07:50:43 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 03, 2023, 08:38:33 AM
This family has gotten me 'hooked' again. I'm already planning the kids' future ;D
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 03, 2023, 08:43:45 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 03, 2023, 09:23:58 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 03, 2023, 10:15:24 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 04, 2023, 12:58:16 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/DwpK4X4/Screenshot-31.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KVwy6Z6)
Finn and Christa are enjoying Mom Doris' newly procured lifetime reward, the hover bed.
(https://i.ibb.co/w62yj0j/Screenshot-36.jpg) (https://ibb.co/kcPKvHv)
Clowning around at the gym in the dead of night after a long week's work.
Post by: Nindigo on February 04, 2023, 11:28:39 AM
Theresa has completed her scouts course and received a decorative plaque to honor this achievement. Finn and Christa have quit their part-time jobs after getting their final promotions and a couple of raises. Now, they will explore the afterschool activities for teens. Finn has signed on with the school newspaper, while Christa has joined the art club.
Post by: Nindigo on February 05, 2023, 11:36:22 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/CPY9kmB/Screenshot-7.jpg) (https://ibb.co/CPY9kmB)
Princess Theresa greets the lunar kingdom from a window of Castle Lucas.
(https://i.ibb.co/zhg3prf/Screenshot-10.jpg) (https://ibb.co/zhg3prf)
Here, she is presiding over the royal court.
(https://i.ibb.co/jTBs97v/Screenshot-14.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jTBs97v)
Little Miss Theresa's many scout badges on display.
(https://i.ibb.co/xGV3D8L/Screenshot-18.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xGV3D8L)
Discussing books with Finn.
(https://i.ibb.co/vQkjRwS/Screenshot-21.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vQkjRwS)
Yes, Finn is a bookworm. But here, he is actually learning something useful.
(https://i.ibb.co/xFtV8nG/Screenshot-22.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xFtV8nG)
Christa is delighted that Finn agreed to take her to the lunar prom.
(https://i.ibb.co/sVxBLKh/Screenshot-23.jpg) (https://ibb.co/sVxBLKh)
Doris enjoying her weekend off eating marshmellows at a hangout.
(https://i.ibb.co/sHZKGN1/Screenshot-26.jpg) (https://ibb.co/sHZKGN1)
The very dilligent Lucas-children.
(https://i.ibb.co/RcwBZKC/Screenshot-27.jpg) (https://ibb.co/RcwBZKC)
And wow, that's one big fish, Theresa.
(https://i.ibb.co/Q8ZmxRh/Screenshot-29.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Q8ZmxRh)
Doris decided to pick up some good quality seeds that were sitting around.
Post by: Nindigo on February 09, 2023, 04:44:53 AM
Well, I need to move my Alvi population to a fresh town, because Murphy's Law has taken over this one and not in a good way. Every Sims that is currently visiting a rabbit hole building is stuck there despite an attempt to reset the entire town. And just now, my active family was visited by a burglar that continued to fight the family members and also a random teen who happened to be nearby. Until the family father finally won. Then the burglar ran off.
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 09, 2023, 08:45:37 AM
Post by: Nindigo on February 09, 2023, 12:45:46 PM
Post by: Nindigo on February 09, 2023, 01:00:39 PM
Since Doris quit daycaring, she has been nurturing her romance with the chef, Wayne Ahmadyar. Gotta love that name. It has resulted in him proposing to her successfully, and them expecting a baby :)
(https://i.ibb.co/Vm15HmV/Screenshot.jpg)
I briefly switched to Wayne in order for his surname to be the one picked once they marry.
(https://i.ibb.co/TkhFGKQ/Screenshot-3.jpg)
Baby underway. Now, I've gotta install NRaas SP and make my own settings.
In other news, I have moved in little Timothy Su, a neglected child, to be married to Theresa. At game start, he and his baby sis dislike one another, and he is only an acquaintance of both his parents. For mysterious reasons, he comes with only two traits instead of three. I think he has me figured out, because right after I moved him in, he looked over at Theresa standing next to him and displayed a thought bubble with two intertwined wedding rings. It kind of spooked me for a second, so unfortunately I didn't get a picture.
Post by: Nindigo on March 06, 2023, 03:15:52 AM
VJ Alvi starts out as an evil teenager in Sunset Valley. He and his younger brother, Miraj, are the founders of my dynasty in Appaloosa Plains which has taken over the entire town and is several generations down the road by now. But I recently felt like putting in these two anew and start a new branch.
*I use the 'engineer a baby' feature that came with the Into The Future expansion for combining Sims of the same sex, and NRaas MasterController mod to make baby-making happen between different Sims by use of pollination.
Here, VJ is not holding his newest engineered toddler, Bobby Joe. VJ is apparently so evil that little BJ has to hang onto him using pure baby strength, as his father obviously can't be bothered to support him.
(https://i.ibb.co/0BLzNkX/Screenshot-12.jpg) (https://ibb.co/cb9s5Pv)
Post by: MrsFlynn on March 06, 2023, 07:42:49 AM
Post by: Nindigo on March 06, 2023, 09:02:41 AM
And yeah, it was a glitch for sure. But it kinda fit with in with evil VJ.
Post by: Nindigo on March 07, 2023, 12:11:00 AM
The brand new founder baby, Bobby Joe. I peeked at his young adult version in CAS and he will be gorgeous (in my opinion, of course).
(https://i.ibb.co/pPnmdmP/Screenshot-15.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VN3KTKN)
Amir the First and Special is Appaloosa Plains' lone firefighter. I re-introduced him to my game some time ago. He is married and has a house, but has decided to live at the fire station. I have seen him go on jobs around town which is cool. He is currently a vampire and I will always love him to pieces.
(https://i.ibb.co/RpdPqVg/Screenshot-16.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7JLVq6S)
The sleeping quarters at the fire station. Amir is either very dedicated to his job or not happy at home. Or some combination of the two.
Post by: Cheeseweasel on March 09, 2023, 04:44:41 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/25pHCj7/Screenshot-3.jpg) (https://ibb.co/25pHCj7)
(https://i.ibb.co/VWRQ625/Screenshot-7.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VWRQ625)
Post by: Nindigo on March 09, 2023, 12:33:52 PM
But it is actually his 'inappropriate' trait that causes him to hang around. Whenever I have invited over his friend and potential girlfriend, Lisa Bunch, who also has that trait, it is she who hangs around his home. I always force her to go home by clicking the 'go home' option in NRaas MasterController ->Basic.
I play premades because they already come with a background story or description at least that I can build on, and I don't have to design them from scratch. All of the premades were created carefully by the developers and I kind of like to honor that :)
Post by: Nindigo on March 09, 2023, 01:27:13 PM
I have been playing some more with Martin and Brittany whom I introduced here (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=257.msg6296#msg6296).
Martin has completed his lifetime wish of becoming an illustrious author. The writing part was difficult for him to master, because he is a technophobe and had to use a computer. He managed, however, and spent the majority of his accumulated lifetime happiness on becoming immortal. This means that he will always be around to support his beloved daughter, Brittany.
Little Brittany is working on her painting skill. She will probably choose a lifetime wish similar to her father's. They are similar in most other aspects already. They are a rather poor and far from glamorous little family, but they value the close bond.
(https://i.ibb.co/dPHBgQw/Screenshot-11.jpg)
Now that he can walk in daylight without getting burned to a crisp, Martin has been exploring some mortal routines such as visiting the park and befriending people under the sun. Bianca Crumplebottom being one of them.
(https://i.ibb.co/ySC0PnH/Screenshot-8.jpg)
Bianca: Are you trying to hook us up, dear Watcher?
Me: *Innocent looking*
(https://i.ibb.co/j4brdQt/Screenshot-14.jpg)
Martin just scored 45000 points playing whack-a-gnome :o
(https://i.ibb.co/16fMmLm/Screenshot-15.jpg)
Now that he won't be dying of old age, Martin can laze about without feeling guilty while Brittany is painting in the next room.
(https://i.ibb.co/LRLk5QM/Screenshot-16.jpg)
Little Brittany is also a technophobe, but artistic still.
(https://i.ibb.co/Wg4pppt/Screenshot-17.jpg)
The Bertiger's house which is a starter home called Affordable Elegance.
(https://i.ibb.co/qd7pk5J/Screenshot-18.jpg)
From a different angle.
Post by: MrsFlynn on March 09, 2023, 07:54:38 PM
Have Britney keep up on her painting skill and they won't be hurting for money. :)
I've been saving some paintings and selling some paintings. hehehehe
Post by: Nindigo on March 10, 2023, 12:57:28 AM
Iqbal Alvi. A Sim most people either don't care about whatsoever or hate with a passion.
(https://i.ibb.co/hsN9MG5/Screenshot-21.jpg)
Miraj (without any CC) having moved to Moonlight Falls without brother VJ tagging along.
Post by: Nindigo on March 10, 2023, 11:02:05 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on March 10, 2023, 12:42:42 PM
Post by: Nindigo on March 10, 2023, 01:13:55 PM
Post by: Nindigo on March 12, 2023, 09:59:40 AM
Post by: Cheeseweasel on March 12, 2023, 11:55:05 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on March 12, 2023, 12:32:52 PM
You have the same globe icon under your avatar that links to your website too. :)
Post by: Nindigo on March 15, 2023, 01:49:44 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/4JBjzkz/Screenshot.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on March 15, 2023, 03:21:14 PM
Post by: Cheeseweasel on March 15, 2023, 03:39:39 PM
Post by: Nindigo on March 18, 2023, 09:56:59 AM
Real life has once again gotten in the way of Simming lately. A lot of pain, a lot of puppy trouble...stuff.
But a new lil' chapter is up on my blog.
*Also put up a page for the Bertigers - just follow the link under the blog title.
Post by: Nindigo on March 18, 2023, 02:41:55 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on March 18, 2023, 03:23:39 PM
Post by: Nindigo on March 18, 2023, 04:19:21 PM
Post by: Nindigo on March 20, 2023, 01:41:25 AM
I have enabled Seasons, story progression, and aging to my Bertiger save now. At least until Brittany turns teenager. Then aging and story progression will be paused, so that I can enjoy some time with this stage in Brittany's life. And I can give some TLC to the progressed townies.
Post by: Nindigo on March 21, 2023, 12:45:51 AM
Things are not going quite to plan in Moonlight Falls...
Post by: MrsFlynn on March 21, 2023, 05:03:25 AM
Thank you for uploading the Bertiger Family (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=501.msg6545#msg6545)
Post by: Nindigo on March 22, 2023, 12:07:50 AM
Post by: Cheeseweasel on March 23, 2023, 04:54:36 AM
Post by: Nindigo on March 29, 2023, 06:45:03 AM
Also, I'm sorry for being absent-ish yet again.
I decided to open up World of Warcraft and take a look at the newest expansion about dragons. I've been holding off for a while this time around. For now, it has me quite intrigued, but I expect to return to my Simmies again, once the novelty wears off at some point. Still, I have played WoW for one and a half decade, on and off, and really enjoy catching upwhenever there is a new chapter released.
Hope you guys understand <3
Post by: MrsFlynn on March 29, 2023, 08:29:14 AM
Post by: Nindigo on April 13, 2023, 07:53:05 AM
I wanted to take a look at the latest expansion, Growing Together, which adds a new infancy age stage that comes after newborn but before toddler.
And I wanted to share a silly picture of what was of course going to happen...glitching:
(https://i.ibb.co/0GdYfvS/04-13-23-2-20-45-PM.png)
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 13, 2023, 08:00:33 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 13, 2023, 10:12:13 AM
Post by: Cheeseweasel on April 13, 2023, 11:29:56 AM
Post by: Nindigo on April 13, 2023, 11:13:35 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 15, 2023, 10:25:43 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on April 17, 2023, 07:25:39 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on April 17, 2023, 11:05:02 AM
Post by: Nindigo on April 17, 2023, 10:53:13 PM
Post by: Nindigo on April 17, 2023, 11:01:48 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/9t1Vyf4/04-17-23-4-31-49-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/nMywv6h/04-17-23-4-33-08-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/jVsRfLg/04-17-23-4-34-43-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/z7wFbB4/04-17-23-5-46-09-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/DCvTCtp/04-17-23-5-47-37-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/4ghxxS7/04-17-23-5-47-51-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/VLSDW2X/04-17-23-5-57-49-PM.jpg)
Post by: Cheeseweasel on April 18, 2023, 11:15:35 AM
Post by: Nindigo on April 18, 2023, 01:23:08 PM
Post by: Nindigo on May 03, 2023, 07:09:11 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 03, 2023, 02:02:28 PM
Post by: Nindigo on May 14, 2023, 01:07:58 PM
I'm playing as Moira Fyres, a premade greenthumb-type Sim, in the StrangerVille neighborhood which has a floral mystery going on. Sorry that I can't be more active these days. Typing is very painful :'(
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 14, 2023, 01:58:58 PM
Huggies <3
Post by: Lapaige46 on May 14, 2023, 06:43:04 PM
Post by: Nindigo on May 15, 2023, 01:15:40 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/WW78K2k/05-15-23-10-12-57-PM.jpg)
Post by: MrsFlynn on May 16, 2023, 01:31:13 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 01, 2023, 01:04:49 AM
Hello again :)
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 01, 2023, 07:43:23 AM
Congratulations on the new munchkin. He's adorable.
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 01, 2023, 10:41:27 AM
Oh my goodness!! What a cutie!!
Hopefully your Sims games are behaving themselves? I've read some horror stories with the EA App and both Sims 4 and Sims 3.
Post by: Nindigo on October 01, 2023, 02:40:48 PM
All is pretty okay here aside for some family drama that me and hubby thankfully aren't directly part of. My new GP is awesome, and our pup has grown big, weighing around 26 pounds/12 kilos now at the age of almost eleven months. We love him so much. I'm unable to focus much on gaming, however, so YouTube videos on various subjects keep me entertained the most.
Hope you guys are doing good as well.
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 01, 2023, 03:58:12 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 01, 2023, 04:03:21 PM
I have to say that I'm better than I could be but not as well as I'd like to be but I'm not very patient. I think there is some improvement in my condition but it's so gradual that it's kind of hard to tell some days.
I've been watching a lot of Youtube videos as well. I'm following a couple of donkey rescue/sanctuary sites. Now I want a donkey but I don't think my condo strata council would approve. They're a bit over the height limit for pets. :D
Post by: Nindigo on October 02, 2023, 10:48:14 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 03, 2023, 04:21:06 AM
I love how they have transfered the horse animations from TS3 to TS4. This horse is 'Dolly'. She is an elderly Appaloosa who is going to introduce my Mr. Bumble (and myself) to the world of horses in The Sims 4 Horse Ranch expansion pack.
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 03, 2023, 08:00:10 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 03, 2023, 09:53:45 AM
Hope you like Horse Ranch. :)
Post by: Nindigo on October 03, 2023, 01:53:07 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/4WHCGgp/10-03-23-4-28-05-PM.jpg) (https://i.ibb.co/6vhrytk/10-03-23-4-32-46-PM.jpg)
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 03, 2023, 01:57:42 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 03, 2023, 03:27:22 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 08, 2023, 01:35:31 AM
Anybody in there?
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 08, 2023, 12:47:21 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 08, 2023, 02:26:44 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/CzdFsXc/Screenshot.jpg)
Post by: Cheeseweasel on October 08, 2023, 04:10:59 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 08, 2023, 11:51:46 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 09, 2023, 12:58:06 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 09, 2023, 09:18:19 AM
Oh my goodness that is cute!! :)
He's one of Cashcraft's creations and he lives in all my kitchens.
Post by: Nindigo on October 09, 2023, 10:44:11 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 09, 2023, 11:02:44 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 09, 2023, 12:02:53 PM
By the way, I have changed the link to my website (the globe icon under my profile picture) to https://nindigossims4.blogspot.com/
Post by: Nindigo on October 18, 2023, 10:55:04 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/QrwjqD8/10-18-23-12-50-03-AM.png) (https://ibb.co/QrwjqD8) (https://i.ibb.co/Czvqj3H/10-18-23-12-50-37-AM.png) (https://ibb.co/Czvqj3H)
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 18, 2023, 11:08:01 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 18, 2023, 12:14:07 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 18, 2023, 12:16:10 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 19, 2023, 02:15:48 AM
Post by: Nindigo on October 19, 2023, 11:03:14 AM
Blowouts are very not fun. Poor little Junior Bumble.
Sorry for not being more active. I'm in a lot of pain these days - the most I have ever been in fact. Come December, I will finally get some more tests done and hopefully get closer to some kind of diagnosis. Love you all ❤️
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 19, 2023, 06:24:58 PM
Sorry you've been in pain, hopefully you'll be able to get some answers and pain relief soon!!
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 19, 2023, 06:33:20 PM
I'm sorry to hear you're in pain. I hope you get some resolution soon.
Post by: Nindigo on October 21, 2023, 04:53:17 PM
The puddle was his own pee, lol. MrsFlynn, I think I may have accidently uploaded some of the recent pictures as .png - I'm so sorry. I had forgotten again that TS4 creates screenshots in that format.
Anyway, here is a little house from TS2 that I built, inspired by an upload on Mod The Sims.
25 Peanut Street:
(https://i.ibb.co/SdszPsj/10-22-23-1-39-56-AM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/WzR1Q6p/10-22-23-1-40-20-AM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Nmbg8ff/10-22-23-1-40-41-AM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/tY5k30B/10-22-23-1-40-56-AM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/DMXtCSz/10-22-23-1-41-14-AM.jpg)
Post by: Nindigo on October 21, 2023, 04:53:28 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 21, 2023, 05:11:35 PM
Post by: Nindigo on October 22, 2023, 12:33:05 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 22, 2023, 07:48:55 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on October 22, 2023, 08:06:51 AM
I remember some of Sims 2 that was my peanut butter and jelly until Sims 3 came along. lol
I remember creating worlds with Sims 4 to add to Sims 2. It's been so long since I've done that though I don't have any pointers on how to. I sadly don't even remember how to play Sims 2.
Post by: Nindigo on October 29, 2023, 05:25:56 PM
This is Sameer Taymur and his Arabian horse, Sana. I have begun creating Sims who have exaggerated features. Guess I am in a silly phase ;D
Post by: Lapaige46 on October 29, 2023, 07:46:06 PM
Post by: Nindigo on November 01, 2023, 01:10:16 AM
I'll probably do some silly stuff in it.
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 01, 2023, 06:58:02 AM
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 01, 2023, 07:10:47 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 02, 2023, 08:08:17 AM
I have built three really weird houses. Will upload pics soon.
Post by: Nindigo on November 02, 2023, 10:34:35 AM
(Exterior)
(https://i.ibb.co/JjVtrZ2/Screenshot-2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/JjVtrZ2) (https://i.ibb.co/NW5Sf4T/Screenshot-3.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NW5Sf4T) (https://i.ibb.co/bBYhjtW/Screenshot-4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bBYhjtW)
(Interior)
(https://i.ibb.co/BVFxNYX/Screenshot-5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BVFxNYX) (https://i.ibb.co/wRzpTH7/Screenshot-6.jpg) (https://ibb.co/wRzpTH7) (https://i.ibb.co/8rMzVXZ/Screenshot-7.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8rMzVXZ)
Disclaimer: I know the limit is 5 pics per post, but I thought it would make more sense to not post one last image in its own post. I hope that's okay? :-\
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 02, 2023, 10:45:47 AM
because I get a huge ad that won't let me see anything until I watch the whole ad. I might have to reinsatll the ad blocker.
Post by: Nindigo on November 02, 2023, 12:35:55 PM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 02, 2023, 01:08:51 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 02, 2023, 02:40:53 PM
Yep, that's fine. The rule for images is 12 at max, not 5. The 5 is for file attachments. :) Link here (https://jadekitten.net/mfhot/index.php?topic=3.0) for forum rules.
✽ – Rules for photos:
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The new Alvi residence. It isn't finished or final by any means, but I wanted to show the experiment nonetheless.
Images removed from quote.
Disclaimer: I know the limit is 5 pics per post, but I thought it would make more sense to not post one last image in its own post. I hope that's okay? :-\
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 02, 2023, 02:53:38 PM
Post by: Nindigo on November 02, 2023, 03:01:15 PM
These days, I feel like embarrassing the Sims and make their life a little difficult. I think it is funny to watch. As long as they don't die ;)
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 02, 2023, 03:04:17 PM
Post by: Nindigo on November 09, 2023, 10:22:07 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/mJr0JMN/10-21-23-4-26-00-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/mJr0JMN)
Bella Goth on her Friesian.
(https://i.ibb.co/v3qMCs7/10-27-23-4-18-07-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/v3qMCs7)
Jr. Bumble getting bottlefed.
(https://i.ibb.co/QfXyGXV/11-02-23-1-55-41-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/QfXyGXV)
A Sim I made, on his Arabian.
(https://i.ibb.co/rHHCNrs/11-07-23-3-53-44-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/rHHCNrs)
The happy Bumble family.
(https://i.ibb.co/RH3qz4H/11-09-23-2-18-06-AM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/RH3qz4H)
Another Sim I made.
(https://i.ibb.co/6sdF6pN/11-09-23-6-40-25-PM.jpg) (https://ibb.co/6sdF6pN)
And yet another one of my creations.
I feel creative these days. My Sims 4 world is full of premades, Sims created by various YouTubers, and my own weirdlings. It is like I am building it from ground up. Many of the premades have received makeovers and pets and/or new homes. I love managing a whole world, lol ;D
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 09, 2023, 10:39:32 AM
I also understand managing a whole world. That's why I'm rebuilding Riverview...ever ...so.......slowly...... ::)
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 09, 2023, 12:51:44 PM
Poor Bella doesn't look very sure of herself on the horse. But she's probably just learning to ride horses too. :)
Post by: Nindigo on November 22, 2023, 05:12:16 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/s3cftFr/11-22-23-2-08-49-PM.jpg)
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 22, 2023, 08:45:01 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 22, 2023, 09:04:04 AM
Post by: Nindigo on November 22, 2023, 02:53:31 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/5h7Qw6f/11-22-23-9-27-34-PM.jpg)
Post by: Lapaige46 on November 22, 2023, 03:01:02 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/YZGN4Fg/facepalm.jpg) (https://ibb.co/YZGN4Fg)
Post by: MrsFlynn on November 23, 2023, 11:25:58 AM
Post by: Nindigo on January 14, 2024, 06:48:15 AM
I'm playing in the neighborhood Tomarang, which came with the most recent expansion pack: For Rent. It resembles Thailand the player can turn a room or building into an appartment or rentable unit. I haven't played as a landlord yet, only a tenant and not for very long at that. Right now, Im playing as one of my own created Sims in a normal house that has the lot trait 'Mold', which I'm looking forward to experience.
My played guy is a vampire and just finished the bodybuilder aspiration, so he is looking buff. Normally, he is a gangly sort. I have several gigabutes worth of CC installed in this save as well, but I haven't tried out all of it - far from. There are some script mods in there too.
Anyway, here are a couple of pictures I just took of my Sim while he is visiting some neighbors. He is unfortunately tense/upset, because he has the Day Phobia vampire trait which makes him suffer from dawn until dusk. On the other hand, he is super super powerful during nighttime.
Oh, and he was created years ago and has his own story, as he used to be the offspring of a male vampire who was abducted by an alien and impregnated. Crazy stuff as usual :)
(https://i.ibb.co/x8mZGHw/01-14-24-3-24-16-PM.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/KbNKFMq/01-14-24-3-24-50-PM.jpg)
Post by: MrsFlynn on January 14, 2024, 07:46:47 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on January 14, 2024, 08:44:53 AM
Post by: Nindigo on January 14, 2024, 10:10:51 AM
Do you guys get to play these days or is it mostly building?
Post by: Lapaige46 on January 14, 2024, 10:16:32 AM
Cheeseweasel plays and I love her style. We only recently had a build challenge but I haven't been doing a lot of building. My PC is in a huge mess right now thanks to Microsoft thinking I needed Windows11 (which I didn't). Going back to W10 created chaos and between that and One Drive...it's driving me to drink! Hot toddies, anyone?
Post by: MrsFlynn on January 14, 2024, 11:32:50 AM
Spending time in-game in live mode? No I haven't been doing that.
I've been building a house for our current challenge, testing different things with the game and typing up notes. :)
Post by: Cheeseweasel on January 14, 2024, 05:06:40 PM
Post by: Nindigo on January 15, 2024, 08:55:10 AM
Also, I will try to catch up with your blog story ❤️
Post by: Nindigo on February 18, 2024, 05:42:15 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/F82jZ16/20240218142508-1.jpg)
I'm sorry for yet another period of MIA. I tend to play somewhat sporadically these days and don't feel I have much to share. I'm still playing TS4 on the side and yesterday, I felt like starting a new TS3 in Sunset Valley, so I did. Hope you guys are doing well.
❤️
Post by: Lapaige46 on February 18, 2024, 07:25:58 AM
As usual, I have too many projects going at one time and not completing any of them.
My friend sent me a short story he wrote many years ago so I'm illustrating it with Sim stuff -characters, house, etc. I'm going to surprise him with it. He'll probably hate it. :D
I'm also taking all my Riverview peeps for a winter recess over to Sunlit Tides.
Then there's the blog which will contine to be a WIP forever.
I look forward to seeing some adventures from Sunset Valley.
Post by: Cheeseweasel on February 18, 2024, 07:43:18 AM
Nice to hear from you Nindigo. I haven't heard of Wylde Flowers, but it does look cute. Did you see the new Paralives game play trailer? I am really looking forward to trying that game out when it's in early release.
Post by: MrsFlynn on February 18, 2024, 09:52:55 AM
Post by: Nindigo on March 14, 2024, 12:15:24 PM
...It's alive.
:o
So, for the time being I'm playing my hunting game and TS4 again. For a while, I was pretty obsessed with the Two Point games (Campus & Hospital) on Steam. They are both management games with Campus being the most recent release.
I really, really need to get posting here again, because I want to. Hope you are all well in these crazy times :-\
Post by: Lapaige46 on March 14, 2024, 12:18:24 PM
Post by: MrsFlynn on March 14, 2024, 05:54:52 PM
Post by: Nindigo on March 18, 2024, 06:01:22 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on March 18, 2024, 06:23:47 AM
Post by: Nindigo on March 18, 2024, 07:26:30 AM
Post by: Lapaige46 on March 18, 2024, 10:01:17 AM
I'm still trying to find/replace CC that I lost during the "Great W11 Takover" and rebuild my RV work.
Many of my builds are based on my own personal homes or homes of friends. Many are based on real estate ads. I work hard at duplicating them as close to the original as I can and that means a lot of searching out CC. That's very satisfying to me.
One of these days I'll release my original Sims, created when I first started playing in Sunset Valley. I had moved them all to Riverview but they've been in retirement for quite a while now.
Post by: MrsFlynn on March 18, 2024, 10:04:20 AM
I too listen to Youtube videos and/or music when playing. :)