Alright another in-between family, I am having fun being able to introduce them
Introductions
Lilith Stone (the youngest sister of Max and Mckenna Stone) moved into her uncle Angel Zest house, she was happy to help them with their three kids and also spend time with Angel, but also was there to learn how to be even more independent to live on her own one day. Lilith was childish but she had grown so much and yet still kept that side of her, she just needed some more time and what better way then spending some time with her other side of the Family, The Zest? Yes they are decedents of Johnny Zest, love that guy.
Maria Zest, Angel's wife, was happy to instruct Lilith on her cooking journey since Maria was in the culinary career.
This is Angel Zest, he is an artist in the branch the Real, he loves to paint surrealism and pop art paintings. He is also happy to help Lilith as well, helping her register for things she needs, encouraging, life skills, and her book writing and hopefully producing, just being an overall supportive family member.
This is Louis Zest, the adopted middle child, he is full of curiosity and stubborn persistence, Lilith was tricked a few times before she got wind of his tricks! Penalty for sneaking out of the house is upside down treatment lol.
Vincent Zest, the youngest adopted child in the red was an angelic little bean that was also a little clingy often crying the longest when his parents or older brother went to work and school and toddling after everyone upon their return.
Lilith was happy she could get down to the kids level and play with them, helping them create stories or just following along on their adventures.
The last Zest in the household is Wayne, he is a preteen (body preset plus height slider). He was born to Maria after her ex had left her, but she found Angel Zest who adopted Wayne and they also adopted both Louis and Vincent.
Wayne has been straightening out, what that means is when younger, he was kind of a terror, teasing Rainbow because she was a girl, ignoring and yelling at his little siblings, defying his parents, but now he is pretty chill, hangs out with his siblings and even plays with them.
The Rest
Lilith got done helping putting the boys down to bed, they loved her stories just as much as Rainbow did and still does.
Wayne took advantage of his later bedtime, doing his favorite activity is swimming, he is thinking he might be an athlete for it one day or one in general, maybe football? Basketball? Soccer? The options were endless, just not golf, lol his uncle Matty loved it and Wayne found it so boring!
Lilith had invited Mckenna over to fireguard the fireplace, the last person who did, did not do it well, though Lili had absolute faith in her big sister skills. She had worked in woodcraft and as a handy person (mod version).
She did it perfectly, the fire was now protected and safe.
Lilith was happy to talk about how she was settling in nicely and her babysiting/nannying was going well. She was also doing good with her book writing.
Mckenna was happy for her and spoke about how she and Matty Zest (Lilith's older uncle) were settling in nicely at their new home. She also encourage, Lilith to PUBLISH her writing, her books, they would be helpful and appreciated content in the simworld.
Lilith had gotten countless encouragement so she agreed to finally do it, she was ready. Mckenna gave her a proud squeeze.
"You'll be nervous I know but wait and see, your books will do so well."
Mckenna gave her little sister a kiss on the cheek whispering sincerely, "Trust it."
Lilith was happily texting to tell everyone she published her first book Rubber Ducks & Sippy Cups She was smiling so hard, her cheeks hurt, she felt proud which overwrite the nervousness for now.
One of those texts went to her new girlfriend she met online called Sakura, Lilith was excited to continue to met in person.
This is Maria's Father, Mitch, He loves spending time with his grandsons. He is a fisherman and actually married a sim recently and had a baby.
They are so cute! Looks like grandpa was able to get them both to sleep aww.
While they nap, Mitch helps his eldest grandson with a school project, as he squints at the instructions he is sure they never got to do such immersive things when he was in school!
This is Sakura, she had Lilith have been dating for about a couple months, they are both childish but Sakura is more independent and a pizza delivery person.
Yay! Matty Zest hugging Lilith made it for this special day! As did grandpa Mitch!
Happy birthday Louis!!!
Matty loves living with Mckenna now but misses his nephews at times too so it was nice to read little Vincent asleep again. Angel. even if he was the younger brother of Matty is so proud of him!
This is just a cute moment of mom and youngest playing together in the morning, Vincent was up early and watched Maria make breakfast.
Little Louis was very confident at the end of his first day of school!
Big brother Wayne looks amused and humored the squirt just wait until he got older!
(These height difference are from presets and height slider but not my final ones if you will, I was playing around to get my desired heights).
Angel remembered even now how tougher middle school became, so he helped Wayne with his homework proud that he was taking it more seriously now.
Lilith was also jotting down some ideas in a notebook and also the nannying/babysitting gigs she got, watching Fatima, and the Munch kids.
Meanwhile Louis refused help on his homework and wished to be alone to do it, so he does not look amused at his little brother pestering him, "Moooooooooooom!"
Lilith went to her gig to help out Gunther Munch with his three little ones, things went well and she got paid well and tipped!
Louis was learning how to ride a bike, dad insisted on being outside with him but promised he was not watching him, that is right, Louis needed privacy and concentration to master this contraption and he would!
Maria and Angel did not always have a lot of time together, raising three boys, so they got their romance in when they could.
Angel was eager to build this tree-house with his two boys that could!
The next weekend they got it done and Louis was the first to play on it. He was the space pirate king!
Wayne joined him and they had a blast!
Meanwhile, Vincent was spending time with daddy, Angel was explaining how he was hired to do some concept pet food cans, and Vincent was happy to listen and said he "Luv dem and daddy." It warmed Angel's heart even if he knew he would need better feedback aww
Lilith was happy to introduce her new girlfriend to her big brother Max and her niece Rainbow, they were happy to met her and things went very well!
Max was thrilled to see Lilith thriving so well, royalties from her books, a new girlfriend, a career she loved!
Lilith and Sakura played around in the pool for a little bit after Max and Rainbow left.
Angel and Wayne were hanging out in the pool too, and Angel was giving him some pointers on swimming that Wayne eagerly took in.
A weekend later, Lilith decided to take all the little ones to the park to play, Wayne lol came in his trucks but quickly twirled into a better outfit and Louis still learning his bike decided he needed to practice every waking moment to concur such a mechanism.
Lilith took some time to catch up with Bow-bow, and was glad to hear that one of her besties Hazel Adler was doing much better after a family crisis. In fact, Rainbow was excited Hazel and Vanessa would be coming down to Oasis Springs soon to spend some time with her and mom aka Juliana.
Sakura watched over Rainbow playing with Vincent how sweet.
Then these two went on the swings, Rainbow was happy Wayne seemed to like her after all and they had a blast!
While the kids were away, the parents had a good meal and a few glasses of nectar, nothing too much but the passion of love had them em, doing woohoo in the tree-house! xD
Making some adjustments to Lilith's room, the Zest welcomed Sakura into their home, she had been laid off from her job and would have been homeless if not.
Angel is going over some rules of the house with the girls nothing major just knowing when to be appropriate with their searing affections for each other.
This is the last of the in-between stories I've been showing of my rotation.
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We start off with Amelia Villarreal, she is the daughter of Luna Villarreal who married Sofia Villarreal (Nee Bjergsen) her and her twin Beckett Villarreal, are the only survivors of a terrible house fire that killed their mothers and elder brother Lyle when just teens.
However, now as functioning adults, Amelia finally opened her in-home business, doing messages for now but wanting to also do nails and makeup someday.
Bella Goth was a regular. She had a lot to uphold to being a Goth, and she kept having dreams, sometimes nightmares of what she called "past lives" Aliens.... strangetowns,.... bizzare things really, it helped to relax and focus on the now.
The best part of the job to Amelia was connecting with her clients, hearing their stories and gossip was nice, even if she did not have advice sometimes, she lent an ear.
Taking stress away with her hands and lending her ears to also stress to be said or ranted, also was a huge benefit, Amelia knew, she was happy to take out the pain of working hard with ones hands etc.
Nickolas is Amelia's fiance, he helps keep the clients in order and such while they wait, being a good host, he is a chef, so he works at nights.
This little guy he is happy to see is Gavin Derick, the son of his old roommate, Pinky, he also helps keep the kids busy.
The two take a evening out before Nick heads to work, they are engaged and expecting and doing very well for themselves, their relationship is more secure then ever which is good since both have had sticky relationships in early years.
Their erm love life is going strong and has not simmered down since it has began, they are a very enthusiastic couple xD
This is Beckett Villarreal and his girlfriend Vanessa sharing a very tender kiss after a lovely evening date of their own to the movies.
Beckett and Hazel have been becoming super close, more recently after the tragic happens with her father, Beckett strived to be there for her as a positive model but not replacer, he was sure to assure her of that.
The three of them often had meetings out like this, it felt so natural and enjoyable each one.
Beck loved art himself and so he was always helping flourish the ever blooming creative activities, he would get her some things, stencils, water colors, puffy paint, small gifts to show he cared.
It touched Vanessa greatly to see how invested Beck was with Hazel, it intensified the love she already felt for him, so a good sweet soft heart.
They would stay out longer then meaning too sometimes just talking, joking, laughing.
All to soon, a goodbye, for now, that part was always comforting.
The twins had stayed together since they were tragically left on their own, now in stable and happy relationships, it would sure to come that Beckett would soon move out.
The twins would move onto their lives for all good reasons of course, neither would make a huge deal out of it, yet they would miss each other, at least the others consistent presence.
Life moves on and so will they
I wanted to share this as it happened in my game yesterday and I had just got done talking about them, Amelia and Nickolas.
It was finally go time for Amelia! Gooood she can stop death glaring at me about being pregnant for so long lol.
Doctor Diego checked her and she was 1 of 10cm, so she did some deep breathing.
Also some very cute swaying in her partners arms, love this.
Hours passed and into the next day, she got some sleep and ate a bit, almost there, a walk around could help start things up.
Official GO Time!
Welcome baby Lyle! Happy Birthday! Ooooo pandasama is amazing!!!!!! The whole experience really had me tearing up awwww~
Aftermath At Home
I dunno why he is as pale as a ghost now, really irks me since well just look at his parents skin tones! Ugh make it make sense...
Nick made sure to fix Amelia her favorite meals, she had been completely amazing and this little thing he could do for her to show her how proud he was
New dad and son time.
And showing him to a very excited and loving uncle, lol Beck was rushing for the cradle just as fast as mom and dad xD
Ame had been feeling a little sore after birth so Nick tried his hands at helping out, he sure had magic fingers both times he did the messages, they were flawless and helpful!
Life is a bit more harder now, less sleep and all that but these two will be just fine
@Lyrie I’m definitely enjoying these updates! I could never split up my twins! But, I admire your ability to split up the twins in your story!
Where did you get the height slider? Something I want to do is have a progression of age for my merfolk and I spent some time figuring out how I would change the way my MerSims look as they get older, up until they become young adults. I feel like a height slider would be helpful in that area.
I’m thinking that next week I’ll get some builds put together for Sulani and I wanted to know the answer to a few questions:
1. Do you use mods?
2. If you use mods, which mods can I include in my builds?
3. Do you use any mods from Serinion?
4. Are you willing to use mods from Spinning Plumbob?
5. Are you going to use the Expanded Mermaid Mod? All my households are modded by this mod now.
6. Do you have the fish tank mod from Peridot Sims?
Spinning Plumbob mods should be public access, so if you don’t have his mods, I can share links.
Serinion mods, not everything is public access.
A lot of my builds use mods, and it’s difficult for me to achieve the same effect simulating an underwater environment.
I use the smallest one to show perhaps in my vision the first years at school, it makes them very small and cute and all animations are still rather fine in my opinion.
Now you can decided if you want the preteens to be in the kid stage or the teen stage, you have the power, but I like them still in the kids stage, lol if ou even want preeteens that is.
I use this mod but also the above necrodog slider mod to shorten the teens a little bit more (I always have to pull the first shorten teen in the household as reference until I can get it right lol)
That to me is there 14 through 16.
Then I just use the shorter teen mod by itself no necrodog slider and that to me is 17 through 18.
Then when they become a young adult all is normal.
Here are some reference pictures.
Here is my custom preteen height and regular kids height, to get the best vision look at the shoulder distance as different hairs will make it seem not as reality as it should. The boy in the yellow shirt is preteen kid.
Here is the custom preteen height and the smallest children preset to get a look.
Then this is all the children heights together against a toddler and I think a normal teen (girl in pink) or if not normal teen with the shorter teen preset without the slider.
That is about it, if you have any questions or want more reference pics, lemme know
Your Questions
1. Yes a ton actually, I love family game-play and modders make up for the lack of imo also the bugs and glitches and should have beens, the modders make up for that.
2/3. I would but all their things are locked, which I thought they had to release things after two or three weeks? Anyways I'm on a tight budget and really can't support anyone right now.
4. Same as above if their items are locked, I cannot but if they are made free I can.
5. Yes, I plan to use that mod as the center of my merfolk gameplay.
6. I will use this if its free go use
I have a short but wonderful Stone update, here is the start!
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Max and Rainbow are making breakfast this morning, a special favorite of Juliana's~.
The French toast was delicious!
Julianna slightly wondered why Rainbow and Max were exchanging conspiring looks at each other during said breakfast.
"Ready Angel?" Max gleefully rose Rainbow in the air spinning her around, inside her was so nervous but today, was finally the day.
"Super ready daddy!!!" Rainbow squealed in excitement.
Then she made her voice lower to a whisper.
"Mission, MM is a go."
Max chuckled and kissed that little exuberant face.
"It is a beautiful new park." Juliana admired smiling when a kiss was pressed to her cheek, her smile widened upon the words spoken.
"Not as beautiful you." Max muttered passionately. It could seem cheesy but nothing compared to the one in front of him.
Her fingers plucking around the keys, Rainbow made a tune that to her sounded pretty romantic, a smile on her face, she took peeks over her shoulder.
They both smiled over at Rainbow endearment in their expressions.
"Our second little angel, just as beautiful as their big sister."
Juliana made a noise of contentment and agreement, "Of course, though your forgetting one beautiful vision right in front of me."
"Silly me." Max wrapped them both into a tender kiss. Pulling back, he smiled, "I fit right into that puzzle."
Juliana pulled Max back into a sweet kiss. She was so proud of him, he had grown within himself so beautifully.
"Oh! I love roses maybe I could plant some inside or outside." Juliana gleefully took the flower.
"Great idea, only if you allow me to pluck one every now and again."
"What for?" Juli wondered giving the flower a sniff.
"To give one to my three loves, to show them all how a sim should be spontaneous sometimes and they should in turn."
"Oh, what a lovely sentiment, then we will have to give your roses back." With an endearing smile.
"Yes, things should be from each side, except just one thing...."
Taking a shaky breath, he sunk to one knee, reaching in his pocket, he pulled out a box. Licking his dry lips while swallowing hard in hopes his voice would not die on him.
Juliana gasped and place a hand over her mouth. She had the inkling something was happening but this, ah this was so, just so---- wonderful.
"Juliana, I first saw you as a hostess at The Diving Pelican, you were such a good hostess, remembering as many people as you could especially the regulars which started to include a nervous me, I was infatuated by you, I just wanted to get to know you better."
"Then that night, I saw you at the spice festival, you looked so upset and I thought, someone who works so hard, should at least try to enjoy the festival, so I tried my best to cheer you up just a bit, it worked and my heart was in flames from your smile."
"Since that night, I grew to truly know and love you each day, you got along with my sisters, so serene and loving towards Rainbow and for me, so patient and encouraging while I found myself and grew as a person."
"A person that was proud to call himself Max Stone, and now... I would be forever honored if you became Juliana Stone, will you marry me?"
Tears of happiness and joy rolled down the bride to be's cheeks.
"Yes oh yes a thousand times yes!"
Thrusting forward she desire no where else to be but in his arms.
Max held her close to him soaking in the tangible love that would soon unite them as one. His heart beat had been racing, slowed, he'd knew she would say yes, but still, he was still a bit of a nervous guy no matter the case.
"Thank you so much, I love you."
Through a light sniffle Juliana offered back,
"No need, love is love but thank you as well, I love you too."
They parted and gazed at each other with sheer adorence.
Max chuckled softly and held out the ring.
"Shall I place this on now?"
"Juliana flushed a little and ran a hand through her hair,
"Oh yes please do."
"There, how does that feel? Okay?"
"It is a perfect fit, just like you." A kiss was shared between the two of them.
They gathered up Rainbow into a hug and laughed and dance for a bit in celebration.
(They did do this I just was to enthralled to press C oops!)
As the day grew dark, the three had ice cream from a little cart that wheeled by, enjoying the sweet treat and each other.
@mightysprite Thanks! I loved writing it, about time in my book xD Heh the little lovely did that all on her own, I just had continue to play after she got done with twinkle twinkle little star
Hello Simmers, I am kinda mass posting today so the parts I wish to migrate over will
A Weekend With You: Girls Addition, Part I.
As promised, Vanessa and Hazel met Juliana and Rainbow at their house in Oasis Springs one fine summer weekend, it had been late when they gotten in, so off to bed and bright this morning, they all made a delicious pancake breakfast.
I loled, so hard at this picture! Juliana agrees with what Vanessa is saying besides the side eye, she is just moody from pregnancy however, Hazel looks fed up about the healthy food talk, since she is going through another picky eater phase this does not help. Rainbow on the other hand looks a little concerned about all this, its just pancakes right?
Lol Nessa chill out you heath nut, breathe, though it is important, they are whole wheat pancakes at least.
After breakfast, Vanessa and Rainbow had time to bond some more and Rainbow to truly show off her room in all its colorful glory in the daylight.
Juli and Rainbow took their guest over to the Oasis Springs play-place, they had a very interesting and humors game of cars and cats.
Then after playing around on some of the other activities, Rainbow set them all down for a puppet show, and this sweet little tot joined in as well~.
Rainbow told a very captivating story about a monster and a monster hunter, who clearly did not get along at first, seeing each other as enemies.
Hazel as so engrossed she got genuinely startled when the two began to fight having accused each other about all they thought they new about each other.
However the monster and the hunter had to team up and they both learned brand new things about each other, the full story an real facts, with that, the two realized they were different but still were good, misunderstood by stories and rumors.
Working together the two made it safely out of their predicament and the story ended with the hunter and monster, keeping in touch and keeping an open mind.
Juliana, Hazel and Vanessa gave their claps and cheers at the end of the performance.
Rainbow as so pleased she did a little encore of a tea party which Hazel and Vanessa loved very much.
Juliana loved it too of course but with her being pregnant nature called! Of course Rainbow understood.
Rainbow and Hazel settled down towards the end of the day to do some drawing, they chatted merrily about the things coming up this summer, Scouts camp, a trip to Sulani, Birthdays and Weddings!
Juliana and Vanessa challenged each other to a game of chess, and talked happy about how things were going in each others lives, like general day to day, Nayeli's wedding and birth of her little girl, and the progression in both relationships, including Juliana engagement and Vanessa's plans to ask Beck to move in with her.
The four concluded their trip to the play center with a game of don't wake the llama!
Okay they did go out to eat, I was just focused on Danielle and her date with Gavin I forgot to take pictures of anyone else lol, I love seeing my sims out xD
Look at these cute faces!~
This was due to Vanessa reading them an amazing bedtime story heh~
She tucked them both in, wishing them a good night and sweet dreams.
Juliana had done so earlier having gone off to bed earlier.
Relaxation
The next day, the free went to the man-made Oasis beach, to spend some relaxing (adults) and playtime (children) before their spa appointment.
Proud of their sand sculpture, they raced each other for the water!
Squeals, squeaks and laughter filled the air as they playfully raced along the water, both at a pretty even match up!
Juliana had gotten a nice tan and decided to dip her feet in the water while Vanessa went or a short swim. The girls were busy have a splash fight
Firstly, I love how serene these girls look awww to cute, and secondly, they wore themselves out which meant quick shower, cafe lunch then off to the spa!
They all started off with a nice sauna visit, the adults more relaxed an the girls more chatty.
Then Vanessa was called for her massage, I think it was deep tissue.
Then she had her nails done, a neutral color but she enjoyed the experience very much, it felt good to be pampered~.
Vanessa was really impressed by her nails and gave a good tip, meanwhile, Juliana was called over for the messages she was able to get while so heavily pregnant.
Which was a hand and foot message which she thoroughly enjoyed~
The last "task" at the spa was a nice relaxing mineral soak. Aaaah, I could feel the vibes from my chair.
Awwwwh poor Juli! Don't worry, you will give birth soon poor woman, Vanessa gently woke her up and they set out to leave the nice spa day.
Settled back at home, a nice order pizza and a great movie was the way to end such a relaxing evening~
After such a fun and relaxing day, the four set out for a breakfast before heading to the fair that came every summer to Simnation in Newcrest.
Rainbow was engaging everyone with another whimsical tale about gnomes and spirits.
They all had a lovely breakfast eating and chatting excitedly.
The day started out a little cloudy but with the Watcher's trusty control, she made it sunny as the girls eagerly ran towards the coaster.
"A-are you sure about this Rainbow?" Hazel asked in pre-jitters but was semi excited.
"Yeah! It will be fun Hazel, just hold on tight or throw your hands in the air!"
Once the coaster got going, they both had a blast, screams echoed through the sky.
Rainbow was chilling even on the sharp turns having a blast smile and thrilled screams coming through her smiling open mouth.
Hazel was having a great time, her stomach flipped as the roller-coaster went drooping down but let her hands fly up, beaming and screaming in half excitement and half fear.
After the coaster, they excitedly race each other to the go-carts, both trying to -playfully- get to red go-cart first.
They two raced their cars around the track loving that they could "drive" like the grown ups could.
They mostly rode around together shouting happily at each other but for the last round they raced, Rainbow pulled ahead just in time but they both had a blast.
The next activity were the bumper cars! They also had fun driving around but then started to bump each other as intended.
A/N: I was to lazy to make a roof overhead so the cables are magic or solar powered or something lol.
Bump! Heh I really loved these rides, very well done!
The next ride was the spinning cups, both girls squealed with laughter as they were spun around and around.
I love the little thumbs up animations for these heh you will see it a few more times~
Don't worry Vanessa and Juliana are still here, I was just not focusing on them, Juli is pregnant so most of the rides she could not go on and Vanessa is not one for riding rides.
Next was the infamous merry-go-round. Vanessa got up to snap some pictures of the girls on this ride, so they would have a memory in photo form.
Time for lunch break, they all got some food and I thought it was cute the girls wanted their own little table.
The girls and Juli had some french fries too while Vanessa helped them decide what ride they wished to go on next.
The flying swings was a great choice!
Hazel did not want to go on this ride so Vanessa went with Rainbow even though she is not one for rides, she'd do it for the little red head, how bad could it be?
Rainbow despite herself looked down as they continued to go up and up and up....
Then once up they shot back down in a blur! Rainbow screamed all the way down.
When they got to the bottom, Vanessa was sure to check in with Rainbow if she was alright, not sure if her screaming was from thrill or fear or both.
"That was awesome!"
"My whole body was like aaaaaah!"
Laughing, Rainbow made a fist pump.
"Let's go again!"
Meanwhile to assure Hazel, Juliana was describing the ride and how ti goes down without harming anyone, to soothe fears.
Hazel appreciated the explanation and was admiring their bravery.
The next ride was the swinging pirate ship, it was slow and so the girls had fun making faces and pretending they were pirates just they did on the jungle gym.
Then Vanessa went on the ride Hazel since she wanted her too, so cute they had fun~
Meanwhile Juliana headed off to a ride that even she could go on without too much fuss.
The Ferris wheel! The two talked and took in the great view as the ride went slowly around and around.
Vanessa and Hazel also went on the ride and chatted happily.
Though a question came up as they often do in the spur of the moment when Hazel felt safe to ask.
"Next year, do you think daddy will come with us?"
Vanessa smiled softly, "I'd bet he loved too, let's hope so."
She wanted to encourage the idea but not exactly say it would happen. Yet she was hopeful for the same.
Rainbow and Juliana played some games with Rainbow getting 14 points and Juliana got 8points.
The last thing for the night was ice cream!
Rainbow as we all know enjoyed her icecream and talking to Nessa.
After they finished the girls got a simmi capsule each and happy but tired they all went back to the Stone house to retire for the night!
For the final day, Rainbow and Hazel played for a while and then they all headed over to Mckenna (Rainbow's aunt) and Matty's new house.
Lilith who was also Rainbow's aunt greeted Hazel happily. Hazel was happy to see a familiar face while Rainbow reunited with her kitten Treasure.
While Rainbow was chatting up her aunt Mckenna, Hazel introduced herself to Treasure. She was very happy that the little kitten was friendly~
Rainbow ran inside to see Max her daddy and Matty her new uncle to say hello, she handed Hazel a cat wand and Vanessa and Hazel had a good time watching the little bean play.
Rainbow rejoined in the kitten fun~
Max came out to say hi to the girls and get them all prepped for a bike ride, then went back inside to talk with Vanessa and Juliana.
Max, Matty, Mckenna and Vanessa happily caught up between them on all their news.
Lilith had chatted a little but then went over to Juliana who needed a nap and quietly played beside her, I thought it was sweet like Lilith was looking out for her~
Mckenna and Matty made some delicious soup and everyone enjoyed the meal staying to chat once the meal was done.
Once back home at the Stone house, Juliana saw a scene of normalcy but so much love and trust, she decided to paint it on her tablet.
Vanessa and Hazel were thrilled when the painting was done, they now realized they did not have a picture together and now they did.
As the sun set, everyone had to say goodbye now, or more like, see you later as the Summer heard many more visits between the two families.
Also Vanessa had to feel the little nooboo once again. Juliana grinned saying she would/could have one eventually which made Vanessa flush a bit and give a nervous but yearning grin.
The Weekend With You: Girl Addition: Aftermath
Hazel
The next morning, Hazel settled back home with some yogurt. She happily reminisced about the fun they had.
She greeted Snowball with her affectionate joy, she missed her little bunny and glad they were reunited.
Then she invite the twins over to play some games in her playroom, she talked about her weekend and asked about theirs.
Reese was more respective asking follow up questions and making comments.
Illana was not very cold about the weekend. She did not like Rainbow at all but she did comment but was extra, extra about losing the game.
Talking about the Summer Camp coming up the air eased to natural between the two and as they said goodbye Hazel was happy yet in the back of her mind, wondering if Illana would ever tolerate Rainbow?
Though using her techniques she did not let it weigh her down, she instead heard the doorbell ring, yay! Beck was here!
Beck was happy to be staying over! He and Vanessa decided if after this little stay-over, they would pool their money and buy a new house the both of them, they had talked it over with Hazel a few times, she was excited, as long as their was a room for daddy which of course there would be a guest room, they all kept it at that for now.
They all enjoyed the tacos and watched a movie that evening, Hazel had been complaining about some teeth pain and they had gone a check up already, tomorrow she would be getting braces fitted.
Hazel was comforted that both Nessa and Beck would be there with her, but internally she still kept this inward, her bully at school would have a new target point to tease her with... starting in Autumn.
After it was all said and done, she looked in the mirror. She thought it was not too bad.... yet also felt anxiety.....swallowing, she went to go make a tele-help appointment with her therapist to see her through between sessions with this new life update.
The stay-over has been going great, it felt so natural and like it has always been as Beck joined them for dinner in the evenings after doing his Summer school tutoring. They would talk about their day, sharing news and even enjoyed a new recipe Vanessa created from her garden.
Alright Hazel, I get the message you want another animal friend, that can follow you, just hang on a bit longer until Summer Camp.
On the weekends, the three would often go out somewhere, to enjoy the summer. Today they went to an outside movie showing about the Lost Dog's Journey's Home or a sequel or prequel.
Vanessa really enjoyed it, and so did Beck and Hazel.
They took prime advantage of when Hazel was busy with an activity, they had their first woohoo, neither really remember who was taking the shower first, maybe they were teasing and play arguing over it, then fireworks just seemed to happen at last!
Hazel was occupied and far away to hear what was going on yet again sending me uneeded message about wanting another pet.
Vanessa always tried to make an appealing breakfast for the Summer Break, which everyone enjoyed nice classic waffles.
Now that they had done the woohooing once, they took more advantage with new enthusiasm to do it again. Of course they were both careful, admitting to each other they both wanted to have a baby, they wished to settled first.
Again, Hazel was happily helping Nessa water her greenhouse, blissfully unaware of what her as she saw them, guardians were up too.
Taking Hazel to paint in the city arts quarter, Vanessa was happy to bump into Matty asking how he and Mckenna were and so forth.
Aww Beck, look at him.
"This food looks divine but not as much as you do."
Vanessa: "Oh Beckett, stop, blushes, not really wanting him too.
Hazel: "Giggles"
Fast forward a month, mid-summer, the camping trip coming up very soon, Vanessa, Hazel and Beck are settled in their new home, having a regular evening
Vanessa makes Beck's favorite pasta Chicken Alfredo, since he finally decided to go to uni for a teaching degree so he can go further in that career, he loves being a substitute/summer school teacher but desires more.
"I'm so proud of you Beck, I'll be with you ever step of the way." She was happy she could return the favor, even if she knew she did not need to in his book, to help him through the nervous and would be stressful time.
"Thanks, Nessa that means a lot to me" Beck held her close, her hair smelling of flower shampoo and the scent of her flower arrangements.
Their sincerity in supporting each other quickly turned to a more physical passion~
Beck made a lifechanging call that day to get some information on BCU in the education department.
Best of luck! We will return to see where it takes him!
The Weekend With You: Girl Addition: Aftermath Rainbow
Max came back home after letting the girls have their weekend and had missed Juli, they both had and united in quite a kiss.
And of course swooped up Rainbow in a best hug ever in joy for his little angel
While Max gets everything ready for their daddy and daughter time, Rainbow occupies herself by pretending to drive something in a race, this interaction is by Cepzid and sooo cute!
The two happily swam across the water of the makeshift beach in Oasis Springs.
The two instantly had a water balloon fight! LOL look at Miss Sass taunting her daddy, to Rainbow's credit, Max did kinda miss every shot lol.
Oof, she got you good Max lol you okay there buddy, he is and is just so proud of his little angel's strong arm!
Max: "I got her this time!"
Rainbow: Squeals! "Awww, he got me!" LOL sorry bow-bow, you finally got wet xD.
The two ran around and swam and swung, they both took a little snooze of course with the proper sunscreen.
Before they headed home, they each ate a slice of the blackberry clobber that Juli packed them, how sweet. They both head home to give her thank you hugs and to turn in for the night
A New Stone Arrives.
About a month mid-summer and Juliana was definitely going to give birth any day now, on a peaceful morning they had a little meeting to talk about the "Go Time." plan. They also reassured Rainbow in her role as their daughter and in the family, lastly they asked her to think of any names she might have for their baby, a boy.
"Mommy! Daddy! I thought of a name I like!"
Max chuckled this has been the past little while.
"Now Angel," He started gently, pulling her into his arms and lap, "We can't name the baby Puffer, and we think Henry does not have as much pizzazz as Rainbow."
A/N: This is in reference to the Henry Puffer poster in the sims 4.
Rainbow giggled.
"Oh, I know, I know but I came up with one like mine, for a boy we could name him Phoenix!" She announced with energy, then looked between the two of them.
They both thought about it, rolled it around their tongue, then exchanged looks between them, smiles edging on their faces.
"Phoenix and Rainbow." Max stated happily, "Rainbow and Phoenix."
"Phoenix Stone." Juliana smiled with a liking, a love of the name.
Later that evening, Max had been calling his sisters (Mckenna and Lilith) and their families about the name, everyone seemed to like them.
Juliana and Rainbow, cuddled together, talking about baby Pheo.
"You came up with the perfect name, bow, bow." Juli kissed the ten year old's forehead.
"Thanks it was from the book you first read me, when we played pirates, so your the perfect mom."
Moments like this would cement in minds for long term, the tender embrace, the smell of the flowers could one day bring this memory back to surface
The two laid on the bed discussing the baby, the plan again and just leisure things in life.
There shared a passionate kiss as they both left their second baby kick impatient to be out.
Later that night, contractions began, Mckenna came to pick up Rainbow and Treasure (The kitten).
Max had been worried about the at home water birth choice at first, but with a wonderful midwife and information, he was very happy in a mute sense of the word to assist his beloved fiancee through the birth and to see his son born, since Rainbow just ended up on his door step unwanted by her mother/his woohoo buddy at the time.
They swayed back and forth, Juli trying to do her breathing lost in a mixture of security and pain.
The midwife was a beacon, checking the babies status and dilation throughout the whole birth.
Juliana was a champion through it all, look at her on that Yoga ball, you got this girl!
They both got in the pool to help ease things a little, Max did the best he could for her in this life giving process.
Juli was able to get a small nap, this is when Max video called Mckenna and Rainbow to update them, then he did the same with Lilith before going to get a little sleep too.
Then the process of life, the miracle, began.
N/A: I have no idea why the newborns skintone switched shades .
Though he is still very cute!
He was very much loved as well~ Max was such a proud dad again.
Max had no problems in changing a diaper again even after all these years, he went right to it.
Rainbow raced right to the nursery, leaning down she smiled big at the baby, her eyes wide with how little he was, sure she had a baby pictures but in real life.
"Hi little Pheo, I'm Rainbow, your big sister, happy birthday."
Rainbow was instantly in love with Phoenix at first sight, she got a happy sibling moodlet so far so good we have to keep this going!
Making Pheo happy was the highlight of Rainbow's whole summer, maybe life
Rainbow hugged Juli carefully and happily chattering about how great Phoenix was and how amazing she was for birthing him! Then ran off to the do the same or Max.
Juliana also decided to pump, to give Max that bonding time with his son as as well~
Max could not feel more grateful and touched that Juliana would take that extra mile for him, he made sure to cherish each moment~
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Introductions
Lilith Stone (the youngest sister of Max and Mckenna Stone) moved into her uncle Angel Zest house, she was happy to help them with their three kids and also spend time with Angel, but also was there to learn how to be even more independent to live on her own one day. Lilith was childish but she had grown so much and yet still kept that side of her, she just needed some more time and what better way then spending some time with her other side of the Family, The Zest? Yes they are decedents of Johnny Zest, love that guy.
Maria Zest, Angel's wife, was happy to instruct Lilith on her cooking journey since Maria was in the culinary career.
This is Angel Zest, he is an artist in the branch the Real, he loves to paint surrealism and pop art paintings. He is also happy to help Lilith as well, helping her register for things she needs, encouraging, life skills, and her book writing and hopefully producing, just being an overall supportive family member.
This is Louis Zest, the adopted middle child, he is full of curiosity and stubborn persistence, Lilith was tricked a few times before she got wind of his tricks! Penalty for sneaking out of the house is upside down treatment lol.
Vincent Zest, the youngest adopted child in the red was an angelic little bean that was also a little clingy often crying the longest when his parents or older brother went to work and school and toddling after everyone upon their return.
Lilith was happy she could get down to the kids level and play with them, helping them create stories or just following along on their adventures.
The last Zest in the household is Wayne, he is a preteen (body preset plus height slider). He was born to Maria after her ex had left her, but she found Angel Zest who adopted Wayne and they also adopted both Louis and Vincent.
Wayne has been straightening out, what that means is when younger, he was kind of a terror, teasing Rainbow because she was a girl, ignoring and yelling at his little siblings, defying his parents, but now he is pretty chill, hangs out with his siblings and even plays with them.
The Rest
Wayne took advantage of his later bedtime, doing his favorite activity is swimming, he is thinking he might be an athlete for it one day or one in general, maybe football? Basketball? Soccer? The options were endless, just not golf, lol his uncle Matty loved it and Wayne found it so boring!
Lilith had invited Mckenna over to fireguard the fireplace, the last person who did, did not do it well, though Lili had absolute faith in her big sister skills. She had worked in woodcraft and as a handy person (mod version).
She did it perfectly, the fire was now protected and safe.
Lilith was happy to talk about how she was settling in nicely and her babysiting/nannying was going well. She was also doing good with her book writing.
Mckenna was happy for her and spoke about how she and Matty Zest (Lilith's older uncle) were settling in nicely at their new home. She also encourage, Lilith to PUBLISH her writing, her books, they would be helpful and appreciated content in the simworld.
Lilith had gotten countless encouragement so she agreed to finally do it, she was ready. Mckenna gave her a proud squeeze.
"You'll be nervous I know but wait and see, your books will do so well."
Mckenna gave her little sister a kiss on the cheek whispering sincerely, "Trust it."
Lilith was happily texting to tell everyone she published her first book Rubber Ducks & Sippy Cups She was smiling so hard, her cheeks hurt, she felt proud which overwrite the nervousness for now.
One of those texts went to her new girlfriend she met online called Sakura, Lilith was excited to continue to met in person.
This is Maria's Father, Mitch, He loves spending time with his grandsons. He is a fisherman and actually married a sim recently and had a baby.
They are so cute! Looks like grandpa was able to get them both to sleep aww.
While they nap, Mitch helps his eldest grandson with a school project, as he squints at the instructions he is sure they never got to do such immersive things when he was in school!
This is Sakura, she had Lilith have been dating for about a couple months, they are both childish but Sakura is more independent and a pizza delivery person.
Yay! Matty Zest hugging Lilith made it for this special day! As did grandpa Mitch!
Happy birthday Louis!!!
Matty loves living with Mckenna now but misses his nephews at times too so it was nice to read little Vincent asleep again. Angel. even if he was the younger brother of Matty is so proud of him!
This is just a cute moment of mom and youngest playing together in the morning, Vincent was up early and watched Maria make breakfast.
Little Louis was very confident at the end of his first day of school!
Big brother Wayne looks amused and humored the squirt just wait until he got older!
(These height difference are from presets and height slider but not my final ones if you will, I was playing around to get my desired heights).
Angel remembered even now how tougher middle school became, so he helped Wayne with his homework proud that he was taking it more seriously now.
Lilith was also jotting down some ideas in a notebook and also the nannying/babysitting gigs she got, watching Fatima, and the Munch kids.
Meanwhile Louis refused help on his homework and wished to be alone to do it, so he does not look amused at his little brother pestering him, "Moooooooooooom!"
Lilith went to her gig to help out Gunther Munch with his three little ones, things went well and she got paid well and tipped!
Louis was learning how to ride a bike, dad insisted on being outside with him but promised he was not watching him, that is right, Louis needed privacy and concentration to master this contraption and he would!
Maria and Angel did not always have a lot of time together, raising three boys, so they got their romance in when they could.
Angel was eager to build this tree-house with his two boys that could!
The next weekend they got it done and Louis was the first to play on it. He was the space pirate king!
Wayne joined him and they had a blast!
Meanwhile, Vincent was spending time with daddy, Angel was explaining how he was hired to do some concept pet food cans, and Vincent was happy to listen and said he "Luv dem and daddy." It warmed Angel's heart even if he knew he would need better feedback aww
Lilith was happy to introduce her new girlfriend to her big brother Max and her niece Rainbow, they were happy to met her and things went very well!
Max was thrilled to see Lilith thriving so well, royalties from her books, a new girlfriend, a career she loved!
Lilith and Sakura played around in the pool for a little bit after Max and Rainbow left.
Angel and Wayne were hanging out in the pool too, and Angel was giving him some pointers on swimming that Wayne eagerly took in.
A weekend later, Lilith decided to take all the little ones to the park to play, Wayne lol came in his trucks but quickly twirled into a better outfit and Louis still learning his bike decided he needed to practice every waking moment to concur such a mechanism.
Lilith took some time to catch up with Bow-bow, and was glad to hear that one of her besties Hazel Adler was doing much better after a family crisis. In fact, Rainbow was excited Hazel and Vanessa would be coming down to Oasis Springs soon to spend some time with her and mom aka Juliana.
Sakura watched over Rainbow playing with Vincent how sweet.
Then these two went on the swings, Rainbow was happy Wayne seemed to like her after all and they had a blast!
While the kids were away, the parents had a good meal and a few glasses of nectar, nothing too much but the passion of love had them em, doing woohoo in the tree-house! xD
Making some adjustments to Lilith's room, the Zest welcomed Sakura into their home, she had been laid off from her job and would have been homeless if not.
Angel is going over some rules of the house with the girls nothing major just knowing when to be appropriate with their searing affections for each other.
That is all for now, thanks for reading! 😊
This is the last of the in-between stories I've been showing of my rotation.
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We start off with Amelia Villarreal, she is the daughter of Luna Villarreal who married Sofia Villarreal (Nee Bjergsen) her and her twin Beckett Villarreal, are the only survivors of a terrible house fire that killed their mothers and elder brother Lyle when just teens.
However, now as functioning adults, Amelia finally opened her in-home business, doing messages for now but wanting to also do nails and makeup someday.
Bella Goth was a regular. She had a lot to uphold to being a Goth, and she kept having dreams, sometimes nightmares of what she called "past lives" Aliens.... strangetowns,.... bizzare things really, it helped to relax and focus on the now.
Taking stress away with her hands and lending her ears to also stress to be said or ranted, also was a huge benefit, Amelia knew, she was happy to take out the pain of working hard with ones hands etc.
Nickolas is Amelia's fiance, he helps keep the clients in order and such while they wait, being a good host, he is a chef, so he works at nights.
This little guy he is happy to see is Gavin Derick, the son of his old roommate, Pinky, he also helps keep the kids busy.
The two take a evening out before Nick heads to work, they are engaged and expecting and doing very well for themselves, their relationship is more secure then ever which is good since both have had sticky relationships in early years.
Their erm love life is going strong and has not simmered down since it has began, they are a very enthusiastic couple xD
This is Beckett Villarreal and his girlfriend Vanessa sharing a very tender kiss after a lovely evening date of their own to the movies.
Beckett and Hazel have been becoming super close, more recently after the tragic happens with her father, Beckett strived to be there for her as a positive model but not replacer, he was sure to assure her of that.
The three of them often had meetings out like this, it felt so natural and enjoyable each one.
Beck loved art himself and so he was always helping flourish the ever blooming creative activities, he would get her some things, stencils, water colors, puffy paint, small gifts to show he cared.
It touched Vanessa greatly to see how invested Beck was with Hazel, it intensified the love she already felt for him, so a good sweet soft heart.
They would stay out longer then meaning too sometimes just talking, joking, laughing.
All to soon, a goodbye, for now, that part was always comforting.
The twins had stayed together since they were tragically left on their own, now in stable and happy relationships, it would sure to come that Beckett would soon move out.
The twins would move onto their lives for all good reasons of course, neither would make a huge deal out of it, yet they would miss each other, at least the others consistent presence.
Life moves on and so will they
I wanted to share this as it happened in my game yesterday and I had just got done talking about them, Amelia and Nickolas.
It was finally go time for Amelia! Gooood she can stop death glaring at me about being pregnant for so long lol.
Also some very cute swaying in her partners arms, love this.
Hours passed and into the next day, she got some sleep and ate a bit, almost there, a walk around could help start things up.
Official GO Time!
Welcome baby Lyle! Happy Birthday! Ooooo pandasama is amazing!!!!!! The whole experience really had me tearing up awwww~
Aftermath At Home
I dunno why he is as pale as a ghost now, really irks me since well just look at his parents skin tones! Ugh make it make sense...
Nick made sure to fix Amelia her favorite meals, she had been completely amazing and this little thing he could do for her to show her how proud he was
New dad and son time.
And showing him to a very excited and loving uncle, lol Beck was rushing for the cradle just as fast as mom and dad xD
Ame had been feeling a little sore after birth so Nick tried his hands at helping out, he sure had magic fingers both times he did the messages, they were flawless and helpful!
Life is a bit more harder now, less sleep and all that but these two will be just fine
Thanks for reading!
Where did you get the height slider? Something I want to do is have a progression of age for my merfolk and I spent some time figuring out how I would change the way my MerSims look as they get older, up until they become young adults. I feel like a height slider would be helpful in that area.
I’m thinking that next week I’ll get some builds put together for Sulani and I wanted to know the answer to a few questions:
1. Do you use mods?
2. If you use mods, which mods can I include in my builds?
3. Do you use any mods from Serinion?
4. Are you willing to use mods from Spinning Plumbob?
5. Are you going to use the Expanded Mermaid Mod? All my households are modded by this mod now.
6. Do you have the fish tank mod from Peridot Sims?
Spinning Plumbob mods should be public access, so if you don’t have his mods, I can share links.
Serinion mods, not everything is public access.
A lot of my builds use mods, and it’s difficult for me to achieve the same effect simulating an underwater environment.
Height And Body Preset
Firstly: I used Height presets for children. This is the link.
Link: https://www.redheadsims-cc.com/2018/09/edited-body-height-presets-for-kids.html
I use the smallest one to show perhaps in my vision the first years at school, it makes them very small and cute and all animations are still rather fine in my opinion.
Then I use the normal in-game kid height.
Then I use the third preset but here is where I came into a problem (at least to me) it was too big. So I got this mod
Link: https://necrodogmtsands4s.tumblr.com/post/704691587041640448/height-slider-for-all-ages-plus-toddler-baby-cas
I used this mod to drag the third preset all the way down and that made for a better pre-teen in my opinion.
Now you can decided if you want the preteens to be in the kid stage or the teen stage, you have the power, but I like them still in the kids stage, lol if ou even want preeteens that is.
Now about the teenage heights I change.
I use this mod: Link: https://niveasimscc.tumblr.com/post/613140869792645120/shorter-teen-height-preset-update-11-physical
I use this mod but also the above necrodog slider mod to shorten the teens a little bit more (I always have to pull the first shorten teen in the household as reference until I can get it right lol)
That to me is there 14 through 16.
Then I just use the shorter teen mod by itself no necrodog slider and that to me is 17 through 18.
Then when they become a young adult all is normal.
Here are some reference pictures.
Here is my custom preteen height and regular kids height, to get the best vision look at the shoulder distance as different hairs will make it seem not as reality as it should. The boy in the yellow shirt is preteen kid.
Here is the custom preteen height and the smallest children preset to get a look.
Then this is all the children heights together against a toddler and I think a normal teen (girl in pink) or if not normal teen with the shorter teen preset without the slider.
That is about it, if you have any questions or want more reference pics, lemme know
Your Questions
2/3. I would but all their things are locked, which I thought they had to release things after two or three weeks? Anyways I'm on a tight budget and really can't support anyone right now.
4. Same as above if their items are locked, I cannot but if they are made free I can.
5. Yes, I plan to use that mod as the center of my merfolk gameplay.
6. I will use this if its free go use
I have a short but wonderful Stone update, here is the start!
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Max and Rainbow are making breakfast this morning, a special favorite of Juliana's~.
The French toast was delicious!
Julianna slightly wondered why Rainbow and Max were exchanging conspiring looks at each other during said breakfast.
"Super ready daddy!!!" Rainbow squealed in excitement.
Then she made her voice lower to a whisper.
"Mission, MM is a go."
Max chuckled and kissed that little exuberant face.
"It is a beautiful new park." Juliana admired smiling when a kiss was pressed to her cheek, her smile widened upon the words spoken.
"Not as beautiful you." Max muttered passionately. It could seem cheesy but nothing compared to the one in front of him.
Her fingers plucking around the keys, Rainbow made a tune that to her sounded pretty romantic, a smile on her face, she took peeks over her shoulder.
They both smiled over at Rainbow endearment in their expressions.
"Our second little angel, just as beautiful as their big sister."
Juliana made a noise of contentment and agreement, "Of course, though your forgetting one beautiful vision right in front of me."
"Silly me." Max wrapped them both into a tender kiss. Pulling back, he smiled, "I fit right into that puzzle."
Juliana pulled Max back into a sweet kiss. She was so proud of him, he had grown within himself so beautifully.
"Oh! I love roses maybe I could plant some inside or outside." Juliana gleefully took the flower.
"Great idea, only if you allow me to pluck one every now and again."
"What for?" Juli wondered giving the flower a sniff.
"To give one to my three loves, to show them all how a sim should be spontaneous sometimes and they should in turn."
"Oh, what a lovely sentiment, then we will have to give your roses back." With an endearing smile.
"Yes, things should be from each side, except just one thing...."
Taking a shaky breath, he sunk to one knee, reaching in his pocket, he pulled out a box. Licking his dry lips while swallowing hard in hopes his voice would not die on him.
Juliana gasped and place a hand over her mouth. She had the inkling something was happening but this, ah this was so, just so---- wonderful.
"Juliana, I first saw you as a hostess at The Diving Pelican, you were such a good hostess, remembering as many people as you could especially the regulars which started to include a nervous me, I was infatuated by you, I just wanted to get to know you better."
"Then that night, I saw you at the spice festival, you looked so upset and I thought, someone who works so hard, should at least try to enjoy the festival, so I tried my best to cheer you up just a bit, it worked and my heart was in flames from your smile."
"Since that night, I grew to truly know and love you each day, you got along with my sisters, so serene and loving towards Rainbow and for me, so patient and encouraging while I found myself and grew as a person."
"A person that was proud to call himself Max Stone, and now... I would be forever honored if you became Juliana Stone, will you marry me?"
Tears of happiness and joy rolled down the bride to be's cheeks.
"Yes oh yes a thousand times yes!"
Thrusting forward she desire no where else to be but in his arms.
Max held her close to him soaking in the tangible love that would soon unite them as one. His heart beat had been racing, slowed, he'd knew she would say yes, but still, he was still a bit of a nervous guy no matter the case.
"Thank you so much, I love you."
Through a light sniffle Juliana offered back,
"No need, love is love but thank you as well, I love you too."
They parted and gazed at each other with sheer adorence.
Max chuckled softly and held out the ring.
"Shall I place this on now?"
"Juliana flushed a little and ran a hand through her hair,
"Oh yes please do."
"There, how does that feel? Okay?"
"It is a perfect fit, just like you." A kiss was shared between the two of them.
They gathered up Rainbow into a hug and laughed and dance for a bit in celebration.
(They did do this I just was to enthralled to press C oops!)
As the day grew dark, the three had ice cream from a little cart that wheeled by, enjoying the sweet treat and each other.
Note: The propose mod is from Mercuryfoam~
Thanks for reading and happy simming!
A Weekend With You: Girls Addition, Part I.
As promised, Vanessa and Hazel met Juliana and Rainbow at their house in Oasis Springs one fine summer weekend, it had been late when they gotten in, so off to bed and bright this morning, they all made a delicious pancake breakfast.
I loled, so hard at this picture! Juliana agrees with what Vanessa is saying besides the side eye, she is just moody from pregnancy however, Hazel looks fed up about the healthy food talk, since she is going through another picky eater phase this does not help. Rainbow on the other hand looks a little concerned about all this, its just pancakes right?
Lol Nessa chill out you heath nut, breathe, though it is important, they are whole wheat pancakes at least.
Juli and Rainbow took their guest over to the Oasis Springs play-place, they had a very interesting and humors game of cars and cats.
Then after playing around on some of the other activities, Rainbow set them all down for a puppet show, and this sweet little tot joined in as well~.
Rainbow told a very captivating story about a monster and a monster hunter, who clearly did not get along at first, seeing each other as enemies.
Hazel as so engrossed she got genuinely startled when the two began to fight having accused each other about all they thought they new about each other.
However the monster and the hunter had to team up and they both learned brand new things about each other, the full story an real facts, with that, the two realized they were different but still were good, misunderstood by stories and rumors.
Working together the two made it safely out of their predicament and the story ended with the hunter and monster, keeping in touch and keeping an open mind.
Juliana, Hazel and Vanessa gave their claps and cheers at the end of the performance.
Rainbow as so pleased she did a little encore of a tea party which Hazel and Vanessa loved very much.
Juliana loved it too of course but with her being pregnant nature called! Of course Rainbow understood.
Rainbow and Hazel settled down towards the end of the day to do some drawing, they chatted merrily about the things coming up this summer, Scouts camp, a trip to Sulani, Birthdays and Weddings!
Juliana and Vanessa challenged each other to a game of chess, and talked happy about how things were going in each others lives, like general day to day, Nayeli's wedding and birth of her little girl, and the progression in both relationships, including Juliana engagement and Vanessa's plans to ask Beck to move in with her.
The four concluded their trip to the play center with a game of don't wake the llama!
Okay they did go out to eat, I was just focused on Danielle and her date with Gavin I forgot to take pictures of anyone else lol, I love seeing my sims out xD
Look at these cute faces!~
This was due to Vanessa reading them an amazing bedtime story heh~
She tucked them both in, wishing them a good night and sweet dreams.
Juliana had done so earlier having gone off to bed earlier.
Relaxation
Proud of their sand sculpture, they raced each other for the water!
Squeals, squeaks and laughter filled the air as they playfully raced along the water, both at a pretty even match up!
Juliana had gotten a nice tan and decided to dip her feet in the water while Vanessa went or a short swim. The girls were busy have a splash fight
Firstly, I love how serene these girls look awww to cute, and secondly, they wore themselves out which meant quick shower, cafe lunch then off to the spa!
They all started off with a nice sauna visit, the adults more relaxed an the girls more chatty.
Then Vanessa was called for her massage, I think it was deep tissue.
Then she had her nails done, a neutral color but she enjoyed the experience very much, it felt good to be pampered~.
Vanessa was really impressed by her nails and gave a good tip, meanwhile, Juliana was called over for the messages she was able to get while so heavily pregnant.
Which was a hand and foot message which she thoroughly enjoyed~
The last "task" at the spa was a nice relaxing mineral soak. Aaaah, I could feel the vibes from my chair.
Awwwwh poor Juli! Don't worry, you will give birth soon poor woman, Vanessa gently woke her up and they set out to leave the nice spa day.
Settled back at home, a nice order pizza and a great movie was the way to end such a relaxing evening~
Thanks for reading!
After such a fun and relaxing day, the four set out for a breakfast before heading to the fair that came every summer to Simnation in Newcrest.
Rainbow was engaging everyone with another whimsical tale about gnomes and spirits.
They all had a lovely breakfast eating and chatting excitedly.
"A-are you sure about this Rainbow?" Hazel asked in pre-jitters but was semi excited.
"Yeah! It will be fun Hazel, just hold on tight or throw your hands in the air!"
Once the coaster got going, they both had a blast, screams echoed through the sky.
Rainbow was chilling even on the sharp turns having a blast smile and thrilled screams coming through her smiling open mouth.
Hazel was having a great time, her stomach flipped as the roller-coaster went drooping down but let her hands fly up, beaming and screaming in half excitement and half fear.
After the coaster, they excitedly race each other to the go-carts, both trying to -playfully- get to red go-cart first.
They two raced their cars around the track loving that they could "drive" like the grown ups could.
They mostly rode around together shouting happily at each other but for the last round they raced, Rainbow pulled ahead just in time but they both had a blast.
The next activity were the bumper cars! They also had fun driving around but then started to bump each other as intended.
A/N: I was to lazy to make a roof overhead so the cables are magic or solar powered or something lol.
Bump! Heh I really loved these rides, very well done!
The next ride was the spinning cups, both girls squealed with laughter as they were spun around and around.
I love the little thumbs up animations for these heh you will see it a few more times~
Don't worry Vanessa and Juliana are still here, I was just not focusing on them, Juli is pregnant so most of the rides she could not go on and Vanessa is not one for riding rides.
Next was the infamous merry-go-round. Vanessa got up to snap some pictures of the girls on this ride, so they would have a memory in photo form.
Time for lunch break, they all got some food and I thought it was cute the girls wanted their own little table.
The girls and Juli had some french fries too while Vanessa helped them decide what ride they wished to go on next.
The flying swings was a great choice!
Hazel did not want to go on this ride so Vanessa went with Rainbow even though she is not one for rides, she'd do it for the little red head, how bad could it be?
Rainbow despite herself looked down as they continued to go up and up and up....
Then once up they shot back down in a blur! Rainbow screamed all the way down.
When they got to the bottom, Vanessa was sure to check in with Rainbow if she was alright, not sure if her screaming was from thrill or fear or both.
"That was awesome!"
"My whole body was like aaaaaah!"
Laughing, Rainbow made a fist pump.
"Let's go again!"
Meanwhile to assure Hazel, Juliana was describing the ride and how ti goes down without harming anyone, to soothe fears.
Hazel appreciated the explanation and was admiring their bravery.
The next ride was the swinging pirate ship, it was slow and so the girls had fun making faces and pretending they were pirates just they did on the jungle gym.
Then Vanessa went on the ride Hazel since she wanted her too, so cute they had fun~
Meanwhile Juliana headed off to a ride that even she could go on without too much fuss.
The Ferris wheel! The two talked and took in the great view as the ride went slowly around and around.
Vanessa and Hazel also went on the ride and chatted happily.
Though a question came up as they often do in the spur of the moment when Hazel felt safe to ask.
"Next year, do you think daddy will come with us?"
Vanessa smiled softly, "I'd bet he loved too, let's hope so."
She wanted to encourage the idea but not exactly say it would happen. Yet she was hopeful for the same.
Rainbow and Juliana played some games with Rainbow getting 14 points and Juliana got 8points.
The last thing for the night was ice cream!
Rainbow as we all know enjoyed her icecream and talking to Nessa.
After they finished the girls got a simmi capsule each and happy but tired they all went back to the Stone house to retire for the night!
Thanks for reading!
For the final day, Rainbow and Hazel played for a while and then they all headed over to Mckenna (Rainbow's aunt) and Matty's new house.
Lilith who was also Rainbow's aunt greeted Hazel happily. Hazel was happy to see a familiar face while Rainbow reunited with her kitten Treasure.
Rainbow ran inside to see Max her daddy and Matty her new uncle to say hello, she handed Hazel a cat wand and Vanessa and Hazel had a good time watching the little bean play.
Rainbow rejoined in the kitten fun~
Max came out to say hi to the girls and get them all prepped for a bike ride, then went back inside to talk with Vanessa and Juliana.
Max, Matty, Mckenna and Vanessa happily caught up between them on all their news.
Lilith had chatted a little but then went over to Juliana who needed a nap and quietly played beside her, I thought it was sweet like Lilith was looking out for her~
Mckenna and Matty made some delicious soup and everyone enjoyed the meal staying to chat once the meal was done.
Once back home at the Stone house, Juliana saw a scene of normalcy but so much love and trust, she decided to paint it on her tablet.
Vanessa and Hazel were thrilled when the painting was done, they now realized they did not have a picture together and now they did.
As the sun set, everyone had to say goodbye now, or more like, see you later as the Summer heard many more visits between the two families.
Also Vanessa had to feel the little nooboo once again. Juliana grinned saying she would/could have one eventually which made Vanessa flush a bit and give a nervous but yearning grin.
They would see each other very soon!
Hazel
She greeted Snowball with her affectionate joy, she missed her little bunny and glad they were reunited.
Then she invite the twins over to play some games in her playroom, she talked about her weekend and asked about theirs.
Reese was more respective asking follow up questions and making comments.
Illana was not very cold about the weekend. She did not like Rainbow at all but she did comment but was extra, extra about losing the game.
Talking about the Summer Camp coming up the air eased to natural between the two and as they said goodbye Hazel was happy yet in the back of her mind, wondering if Illana would ever tolerate Rainbow?
Though using her techniques she did not let it weigh her down, she instead heard the doorbell ring, yay! Beck was here!
Beck was happy to be staying over! He and Vanessa decided if after this little stay-over, they would pool their money and buy a new house the both of them, they had talked it over with Hazel a few times, she was excited, as long as their was a room for daddy which of course there would be a guest room, they all kept it at that for now.
Beck was supposed to be helping, but he got a little lost in his lovey-dovey feelings for Vanessa just watching her cook was a experience of her beauty and strength to all that she has been through.
They all enjoyed the tacos and watched a movie that evening, Hazel had been complaining about some teeth pain and they had gone a check up already, tomorrow she would be getting braces fitted.
Hazel was comforted that both Nessa and Beck would be there with her, but internally she still kept this inward, her bully at school would have a new target point to tease her with... starting in Autumn.
After it was all said and done, she looked in the mirror. She thought it was not too bad.... yet also felt anxiety.....swallowing, she went to go make a tele-help appointment with her therapist to see her through between sessions with this new life update.
The stay-over has been going great, it felt so natural and like it has always been as Beck joined them for dinner in the evenings after doing his Summer school tutoring. They would talk about their day, sharing news and even enjoyed a new recipe Vanessa created from her garden.
Alright Hazel, I get the message you want another animal friend, that can follow you, just hang on a bit longer until Summer Camp.
On the weekends, the three would often go out somewhere, to enjoy the summer. Today they went to an outside movie showing about the Lost Dog's Journey's Home or a sequel or prequel.
Vanessa really enjoyed it, and so did Beck and Hazel.
They took prime advantage of when Hazel was busy with an activity, they had their first woohoo, neither really remember who was taking the shower first, maybe they were teasing and play arguing over it, then fireworks just seemed to happen at last!
Hazel was occupied and far away to hear what was going on yet again sending me uneeded message about wanting another pet.
Vanessa always tried to make an appealing breakfast for the Summer Break, which everyone enjoyed nice classic waffles.
Now that they had done the woohooing once, they took more advantage with new enthusiasm to do it again. Of course they were both careful, admitting to each other they both wanted to have a baby, they wished to settled first.
Again, Hazel was happily helping Nessa water her greenhouse, blissfully unaware of what her as she saw them, guardians were up too.
Taking Hazel to paint in the city arts quarter, Vanessa was happy to bump into Matty asking how he and Mckenna were and so forth.
Aww Beck, look at him.
"This food looks divine but not as much as you do."
Vanessa: "Oh Beckett, stop, blushes, not really wanting him too.
Hazel: "Giggles"
Fast forward a month, mid-summer, the camping trip coming up very soon, Vanessa, Hazel and Beck are settled in their new home, having a regular evening
Vanessa makes Beck's favorite pasta Chicken Alfredo, since he finally decided to go to uni for a teaching degree so he can go further in that career, he loves being a substitute/summer school teacher but desires more.
"I'm so proud of you Beck, I'll be with you ever step of the way." She was happy she could return the favor, even if she knew she did not need to in his book, to help him through the nervous and would be stressful time.
"Thanks, Nessa that means a lot to me" Beck held her close, her hair smelling of flower shampoo and the scent of her flower arrangements.
Their sincerity in supporting each other quickly turned to a more physical passion~
Beck made a lifechanging call that day to get some information on BCU in the education department.
Best of luck! We will return to see where it takes him!
Rainbow
And of course swooped up Rainbow in a best hug ever in joy for his little angel
While Max gets everything ready for their daddy and daughter time, Rainbow occupies herself by pretending to drive something in a race, this interaction is by Cepzid and sooo cute!
The two happily swam across the water of the makeshift beach in Oasis Springs.
The two instantly had a water balloon fight! LOL look at Miss Sass taunting her daddy, to Rainbow's credit, Max did kinda miss every shot lol.
Oof, she got you good Max lol you okay there buddy, he is and is just so proud of his little angel's strong arm!
Max: "I got her this time!"
Rainbow: Squeals! "Awww, he got me!" LOL sorry bow-bow, you finally got wet xD.
The two ran around and swam and swung, they both took a little snooze of course with the proper sunscreen.
Before they headed home, they each ate a slice of the blackberry clobber that Juli packed them, how sweet. They both head home to give her thank you hugs and to turn in for the night
A New Stone Arrives.
"Mommy! Daddy! I thought of a name I like!"
Max chuckled this has been the past little while.
"Now Angel," He started gently, pulling her into his arms and lap, "We can't name the baby Puffer, and we think Henry does not have as much pizzazz as Rainbow."
A/N: This is in reference to the Henry Puffer poster in the sims 4.
Rainbow giggled.
"Oh, I know, I know but I came up with one like mine, for a boy we could name him Phoenix!" She announced with energy, then looked between the two of them.
They both thought about it, rolled it around their tongue, then exchanged looks between them, smiles edging on their faces.
"Phoenix and Rainbow." Max stated happily, "Rainbow and Phoenix."
"Phoenix Stone." Juliana smiled with a liking, a love of the name.
Later that evening, Max had been calling his sisters (Mckenna and Lilith) and their families about the name, everyone seemed to like them.
Juliana and Rainbow, cuddled together, talking about baby Pheo.
"You came up with the perfect name, bow, bow." Juli kissed the ten year old's forehead.
"Thanks it was from the book you first read me, when we played pirates, so your the perfect mom."
Moments like this would cement in minds for long term, the tender embrace, the smell of the flowers could one day bring this memory back to surface
The two laid on the bed discussing the baby, the plan again and just leisure things in life.
There shared a passionate kiss as they both left their second baby kick impatient to be out.
Later that night, contractions began, Mckenna came to pick up Rainbow and Treasure (The kitten).
Max had been worried about the at home water birth choice at first, but with a wonderful midwife and information, he was very happy in a mute sense of the word to assist his beloved fiancee through the birth and to see his son born, since Rainbow just ended up on his door step unwanted by her mother/his woohoo buddy at the time.
They swayed back and forth, Juli trying to do her breathing lost in a mixture of security and pain.
The midwife was a beacon, checking the babies status and dilation throughout the whole birth.
Juliana was a champion through it all, look at her on that Yoga ball, you got this girl!
They both got in the pool to help ease things a little, Max did the best he could for her in this life giving process.
Juli was able to get a small nap, this is when Max video called Mckenna and Rainbow to update them, then he did the same with Lilith before going to get a little sleep too.
Then the process of life, the miracle, began.
N/A: I have no idea why the newborns skintone switched shades
Though he is still very cute!
He was very much loved as well~ Max was such a proud dad again.
Max had no problems in changing a diaper again even after all these years, he went right to it.
Rainbow raced right to the nursery, leaning down she smiled big at the baby, her eyes wide with how little he was, sure she had a baby pictures but in real life.
"Hi little Pheo, I'm Rainbow, your big sister, happy birthday."
Rainbow was instantly in love with Phoenix at first sight, she got a happy sibling moodlet so far so good we have to keep this going!
Making Pheo happy was the highlight of Rainbow's whole summer, maybe life
Rainbow hugged Juli carefully and happily chattering about how great Phoenix was and how amazing she was for birthing him! Then ran off to the do the same or Max.
Juliana also decided to pump, to give Max that bonding time with his son as as well~
Max could not feel more grateful and touched that Juliana would take that extra mile for him, he made sure to cherish each moment~