Thank you to those who checked in early. Am sure the rest will pop in with their messages soon. One Buddy needed to step down so I will be filling in as their replacement. Is my gift ready? No but it will be. :)
For those struggling (and even those not struggling, lol), time for a break ... Here's a little seasonal humor that will hopefully make you smile! What do you call a large colorful pile of leaves? The Great Barrier Leaf Building Tip: When building and struggling, it's sometimes helpful to shift attention to something else…
All Buddies have checked in. :) The next and final check-in is November 28th! At that time, your gift should be done or nearly done because gifting begins on December 5th. For those of you having concerns, feel free to send me a pm with sneaky peek pics and I'll be glad to give feedback ... offer support/encouragement ...…
Sorry RL tossed a few bumps in the road and hope things settle down soon. You're a speedy builder so am not worried about you finishing in time. Yay for starting ... boo for build - bulldoze cycle. {fingers crossed} for your finding workable solutions to whatever is giving you fits at this time.
@BreeMiles @Charlottekn @Hidehi @Kesminlix @LMC6255 @MiaSkywalker @Puddinroy @puzzlezaddict and @seaben Please feel free to check in early if you're ready to do so. :) Remember, this is to let me know (in general terms) how far along you are with your gift.
Glad you enjoyed yourself :) The original host did this once a year so I kept to her schedule but I think twice a year would work well. Yes, I'll certainly contact you and the other Buddies about the next one!
This gift exchange is now officially closed. Thank you @BreeMiles @Clousinators @leochick123 @MsPrissy88 @seaben and @Simming_Spoonie for participating and creating such lovely gifts for one another! My job as host was the easy part, lol
All Buddies received their name and have checked in, yay! The next check in is November 14 This is to let me know that progress with gift is being made. For example, "Things are going well. Am about half done with main gift and just got an idea for something that I'm excited to try out". Vague but not too vague, lol…
Hooray! Knowing you're having fun makes me smile :smiley: And come gifting time, you might very well find yourself getting ideas while looking at the other Buddies' gifts. Or maybe it's just me, lol Thank YOU for joining! Happy to help with the encouraging part but I'm the one who should be doing the thanking ... <3 seeing…
FF, Some people might not want their real name known in an online area like this one. As you know, Addy is a nickname some Simmers gave me years ago because of the AD in my user-name ... I think I use Addy more than my real name, lol
And ... the deadline for signing up has passed. Buddies will be sent a pm containing the name of the person they'll be gifting. Once this has been received, please leave a comment here that you've gotten your name.
Tick tick ... tick tick ... Time passes and eventually it will be ... If you'd like to be a Buddy, please get your Letter in before the 10 pm (EST) deadline. Thanks :)
Gracious @MsPrissy88 :o Is the house cursed? The people? The realty company? This really is a tragic background ... the story is perfect for telling while sitting around a campfire, lol and looks like you had fun pulling everything together even with the various bumps in the road to delivery.
Saw your pm and answered. The links gathered on your behalf should hopefully work {fingers crossed} but please check them before adding to your gift message, thanks!
Hello, November! Hello, Simsmas Buddies ... potential Buddies ... Lurkers! The deadline for signing up to join this event is fast approaching! Please post your Buddy Letter by November 2nd, 10 pm (EST) if you'd like to join in on the fun to be found here :)
Lovely family home @BreeMiles :) Wish the Gallery images were better so we'd get a decent sneaky peek of what the inside looks like. Having used homes and business built by you, I know it will be beautifully decorated and has everything Sims need/want.
Sorry you threw your back out @Clousinators (as someone who's done this a time or two, *ouch!*) Sending healing vibes for healing as quickly and as comfortably as possible. The Lighthouse Cafe is such a clever idea! It looks amazing and definitely catches one's eye. The location is spot on because I can't imagine it going…
This build is perfect for Spooky Day @seaben :) The backyard is a-maze-ing, lol The interior is slightly spooky and makes me think a family of vampires or those who enjoy things that go bump in the night live here! Am sure Vladislaus Straud will feel right at home whenever he stops by (which seems to be rather often!)
Beautiful build @BreeMiles :) The charming exterior is elegant and really makes one want to see what's inside! Tsk tsk for not providing any sneaky peeks :D This is definitely a home that will be much loved (and lived in!) for generations to come!
Great presentation like always @Simming_Spoonie :) Even those who aren't into modern builds must admit this one is marvelous! It will surely stand out in the neighborhood (in a good way!), encouraging friends and neighbors to drop by in the hopes of getting a peek inside. Your use of blue and windows make this a calm oasis…
Love your nervous enthusiasm @leochick123 :D It "made" you go first and drop off such cute homes for Prissy (and others!) to enjoy! Both have interesting interiors that make you want to go inside and take a good look around. Great color palette and furniture/decor choices - both seem like great places for relaxing after a…
@BreeMiles @Clousinators @leochick123 @MsPrissy88 @seaben and @Simming_Spoonie Gifting Time begins TOMORROW !!!! Since a few of you are new to being a Buddy, here's a little extra information on how gifting works: Once Gifting Time commences, I will change the title of the thread and leave a comment indicating that it's…
Yay! Looking forward to seeing what everyone has made as well. I can understand that. It's how I feel/felt each time I participated as a Buddy. This may or may not help but know that your Buddy will love it because you built it especially for them. And ... others will like/love it too! This is something that might not have…