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Oasis Springs Society – Rotation 3 – Summer – Evaristo

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Welcome back to more Oasis Springs Society. We’re back with everyone’s favourite aliens, the Evaristo’s!

Last time…

Trying to appease Quartz’s ‘soulmate’ aspiration, which is entirely out of character for her anyway, she began to date Andres Speer who is the only sim on the planet she’s met so far she doesn’t argue with. Cliff continued to write books, Syrah and Agnes continued to be cute and Chiara decided a little side venture from her usual critic stuff was called for, and she began to chase fame as a live-streamer with cooking and fitness content.

We’re due a couple of birthdays this rotation, so lets see what happens shall we!

Chiara has eased in to Sunday morning by having a run, which has really become part of her morning routine (and I find it helps keep the waistline in shape being a food critic). She is also joined by her drone as she attempts to climb the dizzying ladder that is fame – never mind that we’re about as high up as a step-stool on this metaphorical ladder!

She is also joined by Syrah, her son. But wait a minute, the Evaristo’s have moved again?!

Yes, yes they have! I was sick of the apartment which was becoming cramped for space, the neighbours were awful and I thought to complete Syrah’s aspiration of mansion baron he will probably need to go in with his parents to combine their income. The Evaristo’s are well-off, but not swimming in cash. So it has always been my long term plan that Syrah will stay at home, whilst also raising his family there.

The Old Salt House seemed like an obvious choice, still in San Myshuno, spacious and with potential to expand. It’s a bleary summer’s day today though! I forget how grey this neighbourhood can be.

But it’s time to work on Quartz for a minute and we head out on a date with Andres.

These two get on really well (I think Andres is also mean) and just seem to enjoy spending time cracking jokes.

Speaking of which…

Quartz: “This is what my mother, Pollination Technician #3 used with my father, you see the duck goes right up….”

Andres: “Oh geez Quartz, please!”

Although the *ahem* nuance of alien humour isn’t always found on human test subjects…

Although the pair do go inside to sit and chat for a bit. I don’t know why I took two teens to a bar, I’ve not been here in a while and was too lazy to then go somewhere else.. However, the pair become boyfriend and girlfriend today so that’s good!

Back at home, Syrah continues to be the delicate little flower he is. He currently has two fears, one of unfulfilled dreams, the other of failure (I think… I should take better notes)! So he heads to his dad for some life advice.

Cliff: “Son, you’re just a teen, you have so many opportunities ahead of you! I know the big world isn’t made for laid back aliens like us, just do what I do. If in doubt, nap it out”.

Which is exactly what Cliff does. That must have been some exhausting parenting, as he goes to lay down in the garden. It’s nice that these guys have some outdoor space now even though it is so grey today. I just realised that the kids have never had a garden as for the longest time the Evaristo’s have been apartment-dwellers!

Although there’s still that community spirit as locals eat fruitcake off the floor from outside the house.

That evening, Chiara and Cliff decide to try out a new restaurant I’ve built.

It’s called Jazz-Aret and is absolutely based on the nightclub from Bob’s Burgers, season 11. I’m not a good builder at all, but I seriously tried with this. Maybe I’ll show some pictures of just the lot at some point.

It looks like all the big names are here for opening night. Including some children? Sigh! I wish there was a way to make a venue adults-only.

Chiara has a great time though! I love her so much!

And the pair really enjoy their date. Eagle-eyed readers will spot Vihaan and Candice in the background.

The next morning, Chiara manages to paint a masterpiece… yes, this thing.

But it’s time to do some work and socialising all in one, as Chiara has to review three drinks for her work task. So we head to the bar in Mount Komorebi with the girls. I love the feel of this place, it’s so cosy and the time just passes so quickly when I play here.

The girls quickly settle in to playing some cards once Chiara has had a few drinks.

Which is just as well really, as the bar tender joins in to play a game! All the others look deep in thought, Chiara looks like she feels she’ll be taking home a lot of money!

Back at home, Quartz is raging about something. She’s been in an awful mood recently and has been walking around with a moodlet about how she doesn’t feel welcome in the family for quite some time now. She feels hurt around Chiara and Syrah (that’s rich considering how horrible she was to him as a child!) and so she spends her days fuming away. In fact, the only person in the family she likes is her dad.

Although just because she hates the place, doesn’t mean she has to burn it down. Thanks Quartz!

Sigh.

This only fuelled Quartz’ bad mood and by this time she was literally about to crack, so I sent her for a nice bath whilst Chiara was left to clean it all up. It’s going to be a long time for Quartz yet to be able to move out of this place, as she is only just in the middle of her teenage years.

Anyway, Chiara is just fine, thanks.

I still absolutely adore her, particularly when she does amazing, in character things like this whilst on a date with her husband.

Maybe it’s having a party animal for a mother, and a lazy author for a father, but these kids are incredibly maladjusted. Yes, I know I love Syrah, but even Syrah. We have Quartz who wants to end all sim life, starting with her family first it seems, and then you have Syrah who is gloomy and so is sad all of the time and will frequently retire to his bedroom to cry. I’m hoping when Syrah ages up and settles down with Agnes he will start being a bit happier?

Anyway, ignore Cliff in his pants… but don’t ignore him too hard, because this beautiful sim just wrote his first best seller. Good plumbob! It did almost finish me off. And we still have 2 more to write… but he has at least got one out of the way. Well done you clever little alien sim!

Cliff: “Who is the ‘lazy author’ now, right?”

Ah poop. Well, you are lazy, and you are an author… besides, part of your charm is that you’re so easy to please Cliff.

Difficult conversation over, it’s time for a birthday party. This time, it’s a joint party of Chiara finally ageing up to elder (sniff), and Syrah who ages up to young adult.

Chiara still definitely has the moves whilst live-streaming her own birthday party.

And they all look like they’re having a great time! Agnes and Syrah share a brief moment together before Syrah ages up, just to see them through the period of time where their age-gap would be highly inappropriate.

Anyway, Chiara goes first… and I wasn’t sure what to expect with this.

But she’s still gorgeous! A quick costume change is being organised to ensure Chiara’s outfits are a little more ‘age appropriate’ but still in keeping with her large personality.

And Syrah next…

…who actually has massively filled out in the shoulders! Goodness, he could give Walter a run for his money… I mean just look at him! *Ahem* anyway, as I was saying *checks notes*, Syrah rolled romantic as his final trait. I guess this is rather fitting as he and Agnes are entirely smitten for each other.

With the formalities out of the way, this lot are free to party-down!

I always forget that Johnny is a member of Partihaus, but he certainly has the moves!

And whilst Johnny is letting loose on the dance floor, the more ‘adultier’ adults all enjoy a slice of cake.

Even Cliff took a moment to dance! He still has the moves as well! I’ve not seen him dance like this for a long time!!

Kirby however showed her age ever so slightly. Oh my beautiful Kirby, I still love you loads!!

The party came to a natural finish after much dancing, joking and everyone left very happy. In fact, I really enjoyed playing that and it really entertained me. Syrah got a bit of an early night.

Meanwhile, Cliff was entirely drained from all of the social interaction and dancing so decided to play sims.

Sounds about right, my man.

Although then, Syrah just got himself out of bed to go and investigate a weird light.

No Syrah no!

Ah crud.

Although at exactly the same time Cliff also goes outside to investigate a weird light.

Kirby: “Evening again, Cliff! Nice night for it!”

Double crud.

Honestly. Father and son abducted at exactly the same time! I was in a state of shock! My husband came downstairs and I just had to tell him. But seriously?!

Kirby: “Yeah, freakin seriously! I’m trying to go to the bathroom here?!”

Syrah found that after his rude awakening he couldn’t then sleep. He took his abduction incredibly hard and so stayed up that night fixing the sink.

The next morning, usual service resumes as Chiara dances for her social media followers.

And Syrah practices his writing skill for his new career path as a salaryperson.

I was actually very unsure what I wanted Syrah to do, but I figured that this was a good solution and provided a job that didn’t require him to be outgoing and in a way, fits his ‘wanting to please’ personality.

Meanwhile, both boys have a queasy and uncertain feeling about them. I have a feeling we are in for two alien babies, which will technically belong to different generations, but also belong to the same generation due to the technicality of their mothers being Pollination Technician!! Technically! Yes, don’t think too hard about the genetics of how two babies will essentially be each others half siblings but also aunt/uncle, niece/nephew combo. In fact, no one in this house seems to think too hard anyway these days, it causes wrinkles.


Speaking of which, this random lady just invited herself in as she’s a huge fan of Chiara’s. Ummm, go home, hon! The creepy fan was in sims 1 remember! We quickly showed her to the curb as I don’t want her getting the intel on what goes on in this house.

Things like bizarre alien pregnancies…

… bizarre alien pregnancies that affect both father and son?! Which I’m sure would be quite the scoop in some of the more ‘characterful’ tabloids.

Syrah: “oh dear, what is Agnes going to think of this?!”

Syrah continues to take the violation of his insides particularly harsh bless him.


Cliff on the other hand is taking it all in his stride. Quartz only ever spends time with her dad, so gets to hear all about it.

Cliff: “oh Quartz! This new alien offspring is turning my insides in to fluorescent goo! Just like you did when you were carefully placed in to my lower intestine by the surprisingly alluring pollination technician to advance our alien race!”


Quartz: “OH MY GOD! And now dad is going to have another alien baby! No one in this house likes me anyway! My life stinks!”

As if Quartz didn’t already hate every aspect of her home life, the idea of an alien sibling coming out of her father (and her brother) seemed to psychologically perturb her even more.


So I take her to do something I think she’d enjoy. Swimming with her boyfriend!

Look, kid, I’m really trying here, understand?

Quartz comes round and gets a smile on her face when she actually goes in the water though! And what swimming class for children is still going on at 9pm over there?!

Still, she cheers up just enough to have a kiss and a grope of Andres before it’s time to call things a night.

Syrah: “oh… I don’t feel so good…”

Chiara was quite done with being in that loony bin for so long, and she figured she needed to catch up for a coffee with the OG Oasis Springs Society. They head to the cafe in Windenburg which is one of my favourite lots!

Nancy: “So let me get this straight… since we saw you at your party just a few days ago… Quartz hates living with you all, and both Cliff and Syrah got abducted and are now having babies?! Geez, that’s harsh!”

Chiara: “you can see why I just needed a coffee… still, it’s the work of the great pollination technician to advance the alien race and it must be an honour for both my husband and son to be chosen! But I can’t help but feel a bit crappy about it, like my husband having another baby?! I’m old now!!! I’m a low-level celebrity?! I can’t be a mother and a grandmother again and all at the same time!”

man next to Kirby: “umm what? This is the last time I just pick an empty chair at this place.”

I don’t know what virtues and wisdoms of family life Nancy gave to Chiara, but she came home that evening and gave her pregnant son a hug.
…

It was very touching.

Syrah however, responded by yelling at her. You see, his state of misery has now transformed in to fear and he walks around absolutely petrified on account of his abduction. He really is a sensitive little alien who is taking this incredibly hard.

Cliff on the other hand doesn’t seem to mind, and I think Quartz has also mellowed a little as the pair enjoy their own hug.

Another masterpiece, another absolutely bizarre painting. But that’s art, right? Are you alright there in your old age Chiara?

Chiara: “I just love the colour of this dress, and I thought I’d paint Mrs Windy-Day!”

The fact she earns money and fame from this just curdles my brain.

Anyway, Syrah is exhausted and upset, so again retreats to his bedroom to cry.

Although you can partly see why, can’t you? Honestly, I feel so stinking bad for this kid. You can imagine it now, being a boy who for his whole childhood was tormented by his sister, you want nothing more in life than to have a nice home with your long-term girlfriend who you’ve completely fallen for. And then, on the night of your birthday(!!!) you are abducted by your alien race and impregnated – in to the lower intestine if Cliff is to be believed. No wonder he feels so crappy about it.

But this is all the Oasis Springs Society that’s fit to print right now, which means that the babies will be born whilst I’m not on the lot. Hecking plumbob, if that’s not a cliffhanger I don’t know what is? So…. place your bets… Boys? Girls? Skin tone? Well, you’ll have to wait and see… And join us next time too I guess for Syrah starting his life with Agnes, Chiara becoming more famous? Will Cliff ever write another best seller? And will Quartz finally move out and be happy? These are all pertinent questions, but seem less dramatic then two tiny alien flesh bags! Until next time!

And just look at the family photo! I lol’ed so hard! Although it’s a shame they’re not stood like book ends…

Oasis Springs Society – Rotation 3 – Summer – Cooper (2)

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Welcome back to the Oasis Springs Society. This time, we’re back with the Coopers, Logan and Rocco’s happy little family in Brindleton Bay. What happened last time? Well, Logan got a job in the business career track to try and get some savings behind him whilst he attempted to continue hosting a range of successful parties. Rocco on the other hand, continued his stylist career track from home whilst searching for collectibles to complete his aspiration. They adopted little Meryl and got engaged at the end of the rotation.

We join the couple perfectly happy with having a relaxed morning, Logan is enjoying a cuddle with Meryl.

Meanwhile Rocco is fashion blogging to try and gain some experience.

But, the morning won’t stay very relaxed for long….

… that’s right! It’s wedding time!

God I love these two.

The guests start to filter in…

And I take that as a queue that we can start the ceremony. It seemed right to me that Logan and Rocco would be the sort of couple of marry in the city. I’ve also noticed that Rocco is wearing an entirely different suit?! But he also strikes me as the sort to do a costume change at his. own wedding.

sniff sniff, so beautiful.

I was also completely stunned to see the majority of the guests sitting in the actual chairs?! Knock me down with a feather.

The younger generation however are inside taking advantage of the bar facilities. Florence even flirted with Walter! Stop it girl! Not after the drama you gave me on your rotation!


Back at home, the couple ease in to married life. Although they decide that it isn’t just the pitter patter of Meryl’s tiny feet that they want to hear, and they’d really like a baby.

And it’s as easy as that? As Logan struts out the door to go to the clinic. I have been saving my first impressions of having a science baby particularly for these two, and I’m keen but also daunted to play infants!


So here she is, a little girl called Summer, named of course after the season of her birth (a constant reminder of her story so far)!

And then, a boy, Luciano, following with the Italian heritage that it is my headcanon that Rocco has. I’ve heard that twins were more common with science babies and sadly it has proven true for me. Don’t worry, I’m still trying to get a refund from the clinic. They shouldn’t have used everything that was in the tube if there was some going spare!

Anyway, for a brief moment, it’s like nothing has really changed as Rocco returns back to the computer to blog about this season’s hottest looks.

In fact, he steps up to father duties beautifully and is straight on it with the kids’ needs. However, I certainly think the pair will have their hands full. Summer spends most of her time crying, even when she’s perfectly happy.

Rocco: “it’s ok, she’s just a little diva like her daddy!”

I’m sure he will not be so cheerful at 3am.

Anyway, Nancy decides to come round. Not sure why but actually I’m quite surprised she didn’t organise a stay-over when the babies were born. I’ve also just realised the back on this dress which I’m not sure quite suits her now… but too late!

Rocco decides to show her some pictures of the babies even though they’re just upstairs.

And Nancy springs in to grandmother mode and starts to clean.

In fact, Rocco’s mum then comes over too which I just found hilarious and also really sweet that the new grandmothers would want to go round and help out.

As if we didn’t have enough visitors, Walter also stops by this evening. But he doesn’t stay for long.

Anyway, the boys have really got in to the swing of things. Although I am dreading what’s coming next.

Yes! It’s a birthday party!

I’ve kept it small this time by only inviting the two families; the Cooper’s and the McRae’s. Walter is also here as Logan’s best friend as I see him as more of a God father character? It would have been great if they introduced that in Growing Together, or the options for children to have ‘aunties’ and ‘uncles’ who are actually their parents’ family friends. Sigh, look at how Walter is looking at Florence…

But a good time was seemingly had by all as some dancing followed.

Anywho, this is the moment where all our lives drastically changed. Yes, Rocco, take a picture. I had mixed expectations about playing with infants, particularly twins(!!) from people’s reports online. Some comments I read and thought “pshh, how hard can it be?!” others made me dread this virtual baby experience. Part of me thought, I’m an experienced sims player (hahaha!) and have been playing since TS1 first came out, but crikey was I in for a shock. As you will soon find out.

Similarly, my in real life kid also barely ever slept and I really felt my stress levels rising playing with these two little boogers. Let’s see them shall we.

This is Luciano. He obviously has Rocco’s complexion and Logan’s hair.

Luciano thoughtfully rolled the trait wiggly infant and over time developed the quirks: snuggly sleeper, good appetite and feeding tinkler. Yes, how lucky am I.

In fact, the sims Gods must have heard me remark how fortunate I am when they blessed me with Summer’s traits.

Summer also rolled wiggly infant (you can’t make it up!) and her quirks became: loves wakeup time, good appetite, frequently sneezes.

I’m not going to lie, I was completely at sea. Two babies who defied sleep like they were in competition with each other felt back breaking. In the end Summer eventually nodded off on the living room floor, but I was so stupid with getting them to sleep that I could only let them sleep for a while as their other needs by that point were so low that I had to wake the babies to feed them. And thus, the vicious cycle continues.

In the calamity I was happy to take this cute pic of Summer and Meryl.

And Rocco has been honing his photography skill recently for his career, so here’s a cute pic of Logan!

Rocco’s brother also decides to come over, but offers no practical help whatsoever and instead decides to argue over chess. Families, right?! You can’t choose ’em!

I forget who this is, possibly Luciano? To be fair it’s all a repressed blur, but one of the kids had a nappy explosion so poor Rocco who hasn’t even emptied his own bladder yet decides to take care of the kid that is now more poop than child.

Stink crisis averted, we head to the park for Rocco to look for crystals. Shockingly there weren’t any… go figure. Although Summer was happy snuggling up indoors with daddy.

And Logan was super-dad all the way back home too. Look at that for a picture. I cracked up, “calling daddy-day-care”!

Oh gosh yes, cry Luciano, cry. I haven’t heard enough of it already! Honestly if it’s not one, it’s the other…

Although infants’ feet are HELLA CUTE!!!

We take our moments when we can get them in this house. I think for a couple of hours at least both of the babies slept. Ready to do it all again in the morning.

Speaking of which. Rocco looks a little worse for wear which is totally not becoming of the next big name in fashion. However, this is how we look here now, for the sake of the children…

Meanwhile, Logan has been working throughout all of this and then coming home and dealing with the kids. I realise he has done nothing for himself this whole time. So he gets to go on a jog and that’s about it.

Logan: “urge to kill drifting…. drifting…”

Also, when I stop looking at the kids for all of two milliseconds, I really appreciate this beautiful view!

Although these kids are just so dang cute. I almost don’t care if both Rocco and Logan are steaming flesh bags of filth, so long as the babies are ok.

And we finally seem to get in to some form of a routine of how life must go on even with these demanding tiny sims.

Meryl, on the other hand, has been severely neglected this whole rotation. I don’t think I’ve pet her, brushed her or bathed her once. Sigh, sweet Meryl. So unassuming, so forgiving. She just loves going under the table or the sofa and having some time to herself.

Still, I had done some reading on infants in between play sessions and realised that I had the glitch where milestones weren’t saving or being applied. For example, I was forever getting notifications that either Luciano or Summer was meeting a new milestone, yet it never stuck or I never saw it.

Yes, turns out it’s a glitch that wasted me *so* much time. My babies may well have been much more independent by now if the thing actually worked properly! *AHEM* Whatever, turns out the fix to this nonsense is to go back in to manage worlds and then re-enter your family. You’re welcome. So that’s what we did and finally the kids are learning things.

How cute is he?! And Meryl is also so pleased!

Later that evening, Logan finally snaps.

He has the jealous trait anyway as some of you may remember. I don’t think he’s kissed his husband or even touched him since the kids were born and everyone’s needs were low.

Logan, however, was not the only thing kicking up a stink in the kids’ room. This is how most of the house looks now.

Can you tell I’m having a really rough time?!

And then! For Plumbob’s sake Logan!! He does it again!!

It’s the kids’ birthdays. I was hoping this wouldn’t affect anyones relationships too much and that once the kids are toddlers he’ll snap out of it. Besides, we need to get ready for the party.

Although I also didn’t anticipate for the chef we paid good money for to burn the house down.

Thankfully no guests were here yet, or I wouldn’t have been able to handle the resulting chaos.

The house is evacuated, however the blaze wasn’t as bad as it could have been and was put out pretty quick.

Rocco: “When I said about reigniting the flames of our marriage this is not what I meant!!”

Still, no guests ever did show up. This rotation has just been a load of llama doody from start to finish hasn’t it?!

So I decide to proceed with the birthdays regardless. Thanks to the glitch, the kids barely know any skills. It’s caused one of my best couples to argue, no one has progressed in any careers or aspirations and we’ve neglected the dog. Here’s to a fruitful toddlerhood kids.

You all know what toddlers look like and I was too done by this point to take photos. But, so we all know, Luciano rolled Silly Toddler with top notch infant trait.

Summer rolled Inquisitive toddler, with top notch infant trait.

Based on those personalities I don’t think I’m going to have much less stress next time…

I did change their outfits, but it was straight to bed for these two. I’m not ashamed to admit I was exhausted.

Well, thanks all for joining me through this torture. I did it. And you know what, I feel I’ve actually learnt some bits to make my next adventure with infants a bit easier? Maybe…. I hope you’ve found my despair somewhat entertaining. Compared to this, I’m actually looking forward to playing with this family next rotation. And wasn’t it a lovely wedding? See, I’m trying to take positives!

Join us next time, what will the kids get up to? Will Meryl get any attention? Will anyone ever get promoted or move forwards in their aspirations ever again?! Well, I’m starting to wonder…

Oasis Springs Society – Rotation 3 – Summer – Cooper

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It’s time for more Oasis Springs Society! I can tell you’re all excited! Last time with the Coopers, Logan moved out with his partner Rocco McRae, Florence grew up to young adult and started galavanting around the Selvadoradean jungle developing her archaeology skill and selling the bits she found. Johnny carried on with his comedy gigs whilst Nancy started to feel a little empty at home with the kids having grown up. We left the Coopers last with Florence being asked out by Maximo, one of the Selvadorada natives who she seems to have taken quite a liking to… despite being in a relationship with Walter.

I am also an idiot, as I should have actually played Logan’s side of the Cooper family first. D’oh! Anyway, nothing that can’t be resolved. So unfortunately for this rotation these two branches of the family will be out of order, but don’t worry, next season I’ll play Logan first and then the original Coopers to get back in to the routine.

Sunday starts off peacefully for the Coopers, Nancy is spending some time with Sam whilst the rest of the family gets off to a slower start. Sam really is such a mucky dog and honestly needs a bath every single day!

We then head out to check out the Rec centre as I had just bought Growing Together! Florence immediately goes to beat up the children’s toys. Why am I not surprised.
The rec centre does look good for kids, but we head back home, where we have a little summer gathering.
Walter also stops by and for once Florence is quite happy to see him.

Oh, maybe that’s why. To be honest I don’t know what to do for these two. Florence has always seemed a bit hot and cold towards Walter who has always been absolutely smitten with her… and now with Maximo on the scene, well, I don’t know.

Nancy also develops the Active trait after using the water slide a few times, I found this hilarious as there will be hope for Johnny yet!

Although it’s a beautiful day, and these two decide to go and visit the romantic garden for a date.

Sigh, I love how in love they both still are!

They have a great time, and end up using the fountain to cool off.

Back at home:

Johnny: “No hey Logan, you’re not interrupting anything son, I can chat. So what’s new?”

Ugh, men and their bathroom habits.

That evening Florence invites the kids out for a homely drink at the cute little pub in Windenburg. Rocco, please stop eyeing up Don Lothario. That is a story for another save…

Don: “Heyyyyy, foxy playables!”

Keep moving Don, if I need another love-triangle story I’d invite you to get in touch. Anyway, Florence and Logan greet each other with a nice hug which is great to see.

And then it’s time to sit down for some games!

The next day Florence isn’t feeling too good.

Although this would explain it… The first baby of Generation 3 is on the way! Doesn’t Florence look thrilled?!

Walter just so happens to come over at almost the perfect time. I have no idea what is going on here, it’s like a renaissance painting. Johnny is wailing about something completely irrelevant, Florence is yelling at Walter. Walter is confused… Sam is just keeping out the way….

Florence: “As I was trying to say! I’m pregnant!”

The two head out in the hall to continue their conversation.

Walter: “Florence that’s great news! I love you so much! Where shall we move in together? Or do we look for a new house entirely?!”

Florence: “That’s sweet, but I’m not sure I’m ready for that… lets see how things go.. in the meantime, here’s a key and you can come over any time…”

Eesh, Walter looks upset doesn’t he.

Anyway, deciding not to dwell on what she would like to do with her relationships and love interests which are now complicated by this tiny sim, we decide to work on Florence’s aspiration. She has to clog 5 sinks at other sim’s homes. Of course Florence decides to hit up the Jangs.

Oh revenge! Revenge and its so sweet! That’s for being such bad neighbours to the Evaristo’s – don’t mess with me!

On another note, there’s something quite hilarious about a pregnant lady bursting in to someone’s home to maliciously clog their sink isn’t there? Anaya started protesting that Florence was being really inappropriate but funnily enough I fail to care.

We then head home to celebrate a job well done with some video games.

And some more vomiting! Seriously, Florence has been so sick this pregnancy it’s unreal.

However nothing stops Florence for very long and she decides she really wants to further her name in archeological studies before this baby comes. So it’s time for another trip to Selvadorada.

I swear Johnny and Nancy just fall more in love at this place.

Meanwhile, Florence heads straight out in to the burning sun to go and find some artefacts.

Florence seems to be doing lots of things this rotation that it is societally questionable for pregnant ladies to do, including chopping down massive thick vines with a machete.

Florence: “Oh I don’t feel so good…”

Honey, I don’t think it’s appropriate to carry on when you’ve been bitten by a scorpion…

Florence decides my advice was a load of llama doody and she makes it to the omiscan baths, which looks absolutely beautiful at this time of day with the pink sky!

Back at the lot, Johnny has a great time doing some fishing and actually really enjoys himself. Look at that beautiful view too! I actually really like Selvadorada. I wish it was a bit bigger and could have full time residential lots there. Would be great for sims who want a slower pace, ‘live off the land’ style of life.

Although it doesn’t take long for Florence to return and catch up with Maximo who is running his stall outside the cantina.

Maximo: “Florence, I’ve missed you so much! I’ve been doing some thinking..”

Florence: “I’ve been doing some thinking too! But you go first…”

Maximo: “Well, move here with me so we can be together, or I’ll move to Oasis Springs to be with you!”

The pair decide this is a great idea and Florence now knows what she has to do when she returns home. I mean Florence, if he can still love you whilst you’re covered in green circles and pregnant with your legit-boyfriend’s kid then maybe you’re meant for each other…

Back home, Florence was rolling so many wants for Maximo including a want to get engaged to him, which is really what sealed the deal for where I took this. I try and listen to my sims as much as possible to keep the game a bit more interesting, then it feels like they’ve made their own decisions on key life events.

Florence decides to pay a little visit to Walter after her sudden realisation.

Walter: “This is great! I can’t wait for this baby to be born Florence! We need to decide on names? What are you thinking? I reckon if it’s a girl then…”

Florence: “Umm, Walter.. I need to speak to you about something..”

Walter: “Well, what is it?”

Florence: “I’m really sorry, but I don’t think I want the same things from our relationship anymore, and I really want us to go our separate ways Walter. I’m sorry… I still want you in this baby’s life and at the birth, but I can’t see forever with you…”

He looked absolutely crushed, but from the surface things were resolved quite amicably… Florence wasn’t even sad. I hope she’s sure about this, as I always shipped her and Walter together but this is what she wanted. Ah butts, I just love little Walter so much.

Ironically not long after the awkwardness, Florence goes in to labour. Florence strikes me as the sort of girl who doesn’t mess around and would want this process over asap… so we head to the hospital.

Walter: “Where is she?! I got here as quick as I could!”

Poor Walter, I love you. You don’t deserve any of this.

Anyway, Dr Wren delivers the baby safely. A little baby boy, Francis Cooper.

Whilst back at home, Sam ages up to elder. How can this be?! Sam feels like he’s barely had time as part of the family!

Well, despite the relationship coming to an end, Walter is still like a second son to Nancy and Johnny and the house key means he can come and see Francis whenever he likes. I like to think he’s talking to Nancy here about the birth of his son.. Speaking of which….

Florence: “Here he is Walter! Look, I really think he looks like you!”

Oh my gosh, look at that little smile.

And the two just go to hug outside before Walter then leaves for the night.

(I actually didn’t make them do this… my heart… Walter is just so happy!)

Johnny: “Hey! Did anyone ring for a celebrity?!”

That’s right, Johnny got a chance card to be propelled to the top of his career and to gain some fame so he has come home incredibly happy tonight. And for once, it seems like everyone in the Cooper household is just perfectly happy with just the way things are.

The next morning, Johnny and Sam have some lovely snuggles on the bench. I love Sam so much!

Walter is of course already at the house and eating the birthday cake Nancy had made for the upcoming party. Sigh.

… As it’s time for Nancy and Johnny to follow Kirby’s footsteps and turn in to elders!

Johnny decides to go first. Cheered on by a small number of family and friends. I don’t think the Evaristo’s could make it for some reason?

Sigh, one elderly guy coming through! Now for Nancy.

Although, old age suits these two. Johnny looks very comfortable as the funny grandfather type character, and Nancy’s features appear soft and beautiful in her old age. They sit down together for a slice of cake, certainly a much quieter birthday party than they have previously been used to. Remember when Nancy used to streak all the time?!

Ever since the birth of Francis and starting a relationship with Maximo, Florence has said she has found a reason to be happy and has gained the cheerful trait. Which is lovely really… Maximo decides to move in, although my jaw dropped when I read his traits.

His aspiration is serial romantic and traits are creative, materialistic, family-oriented and alluring. Ok, so he’ll cheat with everyone, but at least he’ll love his kids… Oh Florence. I’m sorry but I think you made the wrong choice.

Never mind though. Florence’s hands will be kept full with Francis for a little while, who really does look like Walter. My babies never stay babies for very long, and I wanted him to become an infant before the end of the rotation…

Francis rolls the intense infant trait. Of course. Great, thank you very much dice.

Still, Maximo is off to a good start with helping to care for Francis.

And then, in the final slithers of this rotation, we fulfil Florence’s want of getting engaged to Maximo.

The Cooper’s have become a family a bit like a patchwork quilt haven’t they? I really didn’t think my game would take this direction. I didn’t expect Florence to ever have kids or want to get married, but she is so happy right now that I’m just happy to let it happen! So join us next time for more Oasis Springs Society, how will Maximo settle in? How intense will Francis be?! How will the wedding go? Will Johnny and Nancy enjoy old age? And many other questions will be answered next time!

Oasis Springs Society – Rotation 3 – Spring – Cooper

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Welcome to more Oasis Springs Society! We’re back with the Coopers. But hey, nestled in to the landscape of Brindleton Bay, this doesn’t look like the normal Cooper house in the desert?

That’s right! The boys have moved out! You may remember me talking about it at the end of the last update, but Logan and Rocco have pumped their savings in to this tiny home in the marsh land of Brindleton Bay.

I’m a little miffed actually, as I thought I gave them a ton of money to pump in to a business, but no.. It was seemingly all drained by renovation to the house. As it was in quite a state anyway, but these boys have a sense of taste and style that they were not willing to compromise on..

Ahem, Logan starts off professing his undying love to Rocco and his fruit salad.

Logan continues with his job in the business career track. You may think that’s an irrelevant caption, but it totally isn’t. As he’s saving money for his business of course, so he needs a stable job to pay the bills and to pay in to the Plumbob Building Society of Simvestments and Loans.

However, he just cannot resist a dog which I find provides adequate returns of happiness and cuteness for the monetary outlays…

Squee!! This is Meryl.

I initially was looking for something like a cocker spaniel or a Labrador, but as soon as I saw Meryl I just had to get her.

She is a total cutie. Please brace yourselves for ongoing spam. Meryl is in fact my favourite breed in real life, so I think that’s why I felt extra drawn to her.

And here’s Rocco. Like, whatever…

Just kidding! Rocco is the next biggest name in fashion so for part of his work, he has to interview townies on their fashion choices. As you can imagine, I don’t think inspiration has struck him big yet. And besides, I don’t think the old masters like Dior, Chanel or Versace interviewed the people walking by their homes for help.

My heart…

When he’s not busy thinking about garments, Rocco indulges in his hobby for his aspiration which some of you may remember is ‘The Curator’. I know that the final step in this is to complete a collection and seeing as I had completed the collection of elements in my old legacy with Yaretzi Waites, I feel that this may be the easiest option to complete it again.

However the shores of Brindleton Bay don’t yield any valuable crystals and I feel we may have to look elsewhere.

Aww, Nancy remains such a great mother, dropping by to visit her son.

So cute!

Logan: ‘You know, we are alright here mum, it’s literally only been a day…”

The next morning Rocco’s hunt for fashion inspiration continues.

Although I don’t think he’s very good at this just yet. 8 year olds in scout outfits don’t immediately make me think they are the next big thing.

When Rocco is not working or collecting, all he does is scroll the internet. Honestly, if you leave him to his own devices you can guarantee you will find him doomscrolling things like bags, hats and boy bands.

I figure it’s time to get the boys out of the house and they go and explore the lighthouse together.

It made for a pretty cool and artistic shot…

And time to warm up by the fire once we’re home.

Logan loves little Meryl and tries to teach her as many skills as possible.

She is such a cute little dog.

Although has a habit of hiding under the sofa. At least she is small enough to fit.

But it’s time for a dinner party for Logan’s aspiration. Nancy is just thrilled to be invited to her son’s new home.

It was a lovely evening, we kept it small by only inviting the parents and Walter as Logan’s childhood best friend.

I also cut this one short as Logan only needed a silver rating and I didn’t want to overdo it.

The next morning Rocco is on vet duty as Meryl woke up quite sick. We choose the most expensive treatment and this is the first time I’ve had a sick animal so I didn’t want to risk anything by not getting the best option.

We go to Oasis Springs after the vet trip to look for collectables and to interview the locals regarding their fashion habits. Why on earth Rocco thinks that Victor and Bjorg are the height of fashion is truly beyond me.

Victor: “Hey! You don’t even have a notebook! How do I know this interview is legit?!”

Rocco: “Oh, trust me, I’m taking copious notes…” *Stares at hotpants*.

Thankfully, little Meryl is feeling better in no time. And it’s nice to see the landscape at the boys’ house brighten up a little bit, it has been so gloomy the past couple of days. But that view with the sea and the sunshine looks gorgeous!

Meanwhile, we have an invisible fire? Everyone was freaking out and things were burning but there was nothing to see? Anyway, weird, but we got the fire brigade out anyway.

At this point everything decided to break too. So the boys weren’t having much fun.

Old Victorian houses and their maintenance needs, am I right?

Deciding that he needed some downtime after everything fell apart, Rocco decides to watch TV whilst Logan is at work. You know what, I don’t even want to know Rocco.

Rocco: “It’s just the weather channel I swear! Apparently it’ll be hot today so time to see some abs!”

Aren’t you the lucky one!

And it did turn out to be a lovely day, so maybe Rocco was telling the truth… he heads in to Willow Creek to go hunting for crystals round by the bistro and I get to watch Kirby and Trevon have a sweet date.

That evening Logan had to tell Meryl off for something.

I don’t even remember what it was, but she was MAD. Logan was exhausted so I sent him back to bed whilst I stressed that Meryl would run away after this.

The next morning it turns out I didn’t have to worry… I was genuinely relieved to find out that Meryl still liked Logan!!

It’s a beautiful day, so we head to the park for the afternoon so Meryl can get some exercise and Rocco can look for crystals.

I just thought this all looked really sweet. And I was so happy as I thought that the love hearts meant that Meryl was having a great time. Anyway, you can imagine how stunned I was when I found out on Reddit that she’s actually in heat.

But whatever, as night fell and with Meryl by their sides, it seemed like an ideal time for Logan to pop the question.

Of course Rocco said yes! I really love these two.

The next morning Meryl gets sick, again, and this time I send Logan with her.

I’ve gone for the cheaper option as I exclaimed in the vet’s office “seriously Meryl, twice in one week?!” so you can see here that she is now sporting the cone of shame. And with perfect timing for the boys’ engagement party!

However Meryl wasn’t the worst dressed. Kirby, what the hell?!

Vihaan still loves her though, and pulls his stepmother in for a hug.

If it’s one thing the Morgan’s do well, it is family affection.

And the party is in full swing. Seriously I just love people watching at these things. I find it so fitting that the teens are chatting whilst Johnny is trying to bust a move.

Chiara remains true to form by cracking open some bottles.

Chiara: “well duh? Did you think the boys had this display behind me for decoration?”

I let Chiara do her thing and decided to watch the rest of the party. I love this bunch! I also don’t know why, but Cliff and Quartz didn’t show up… but they aren’t really social butterflies anyway.

With the party over, Logan takes time to both relax and freshen up. He’s happy with the result of his party and what a perfect way to celebrate.

Rocco’s dad: “knock knock! Son! I heard about your engagement! Can I come in to give my congratulations?!”

Umm, sir… I don’t think the boys are going to come to the door right now.

Yes, this is legit what happened. Fun times! Anywho, that’s all the Oasis Springs Society that’s fit to print for now! Join us next time to find out, will these two get married? Will Logan start his business? Will Meryl get sick again? And will Rocco ever decide to interview a townie who’s actually started off with some fashion sense?

Until next time!

Oasis Springs Society – Rotation 3 – Spring – Cooper (2)

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Welcome to more Oasis Springs Society. The rotational save that makes you go “hmm”.

And then probably shrug your shoulders in apathy. But I enjoy playing these little pixels and writing about them! So we carry on!

Last time with the Coopers…. Dates were had, Logan and Rocco moved out, Winterfest was celebrated and with the kids growing up, Nancy looked for ways to fill more of her free time.

I must admit, the start of the rotation felt a little empty without Logan in the house anymore. So the family went out to the pub in Windenburg to spend some time. As you can see, Florence is loving winning this game against her parents.

And even Sam has joined us!

It actually looks like wholesome family fun doesn’t it!

But, wholesome family fun comes to an end for a gathering of the whole crew at home!

Umm thanks Rocco. I was stunned to find that no one actually likes him. Everyone has a very minimal friendship bar with him and I’ve noticed when left to their own devices, he often argues with the rest of the crew. Oh well, there’s always one black sheep and it takes the heat off of Quartz doesn’t it.

Cliff has come prepared for the water slide. I like to think because he’s good friends with Johnny, he gave him the heads up to bring his swim trunks!

The only concern I do have with Cliff though, is that he still has an irrational fear of the dark / just being outside in general. When I played his rotation a while ago he developed a fear of the dark, and I couldn’t cure it in time so moved rotations. Ever since, the fear is no longer showing in Cliff’s simology page, but he still freaks out like it is. He’s been like this for so long now that I’m now past the point of caring. But he often goes around screaming at people.

The Morgan’s are of course being the Morgan’s.

And Florence decides to show Walter a selfie. Soon, Florence, soon. You age up tomorrow and then you can be together again.

The next day Kirby and Walter stop by. Which is convenient that they’re already here for the party!

I love these ladies so much!

And it just slays me that Walter (who is actually very respectful) always greets Florence’s father, Johnny, with a handshake.

Logan has also come back home for the party. In fact, pretty much the entire Oasis Springs Society is here.

Even though Logan would rather get cereal whilst his sister is aging up. And you will notice through the window that Johnny’s pull to the water slide is just too strong.

At least we still have Syrah to be a general sweetheart and celebrate.

After Florence ages up, Walter immediately pulls her in for a kiss. He really is smitten with her and always has been!

Florence is now self assured, mean, dastardly, happy toddler bonus trait and her aspiration remains chief of mischief.

It’s smooches all round as the party comes to an end. Everyone seems to have had a good time.

I was a little bit stuck with the direction to take Florence. I had always pictured her being the villain of this generation, but she simply isn’t mean enough. Not when compared to Quartz at least. She’s incredibly clever and quite independent, even with Walter head over heels in love with her, Florence really doesn’t seem that bothered. It was at this point, that the Jungle Adventure pack was being given away for free by Epic Games and I thought, this may be the unexpected direction I need…

So the family take a little holiday. Johnny loves the relaxed vibe of this place. Nancy immediately came in and started cleaning. I can imagine her being the sort of mum who doesn’t trust that the rental property has been cleaned to her standards after the last guests!

Sam joins us too of course! I figured he’d like the exercise. And I love this shot of Florence enjoying her first day on vacation.

The parents seem to be enjoying themselves too!

Nancy: “This place truly is beautiful isn’t it?”

We take a trip in to the village. Some of us have different motives to each other.

For Florence it is a chance to buy supplies for her to start looking for artefacts…

For the OG Oasis Springs Society, it’s a chance to try the delights of the local booze.

Hilariously, because this is the Sims and anything can happen, Vihaan was also here??

Florence: “Oh hey, Vihaan? Fancy seeing you here in the middle of the Selvadorada jungle?!”

Vihaan: “Hey Florence! Yeah, weird huh?! Well I’m just here to see the local sights, have a little vacation somewhere warm you know?”

Florence: “I see, well I’m going to be doing some exploring… have a great time Vihaan. Just one question though…”

Florence: “… why are you here with your ex wife?”

Yes, you can’t write it. Sofia Bjergsen has for some reason come to the middle of the jungle with Vihaan? Of all the other ladies Vihaan could have invited, he chooses her?! Maybe he’s trying to lure her to some of Selvadorada’s poisonous offerings?

Back in the cantina, it doesn’t take much for these two to be all over each other anyway (they are my most loved up couple!), but exotic drinks and the atmosphere of the place mean that these Florence and Johnny are giving multiple displays of affection.

In fact, they’re not even that bothered that their beloved daughter is going off galavanting in the jungle.

This place is really beautiful isn’t it?!

Anyway, please enjoy some pictures of Florence doing some cool explorer things.

And yes, it is chucking it down and she gets soaked.

So beautiful! I am actually quite impressed with this pack, so far I’m having fun. And Florence so far has actually found a fair few artefacts that she will need to validate.

Florence’s parents however have basically not moved from the cantina for the duration of the trip. Nancy is missing her friends from home it seems and decides to chat with these ladies. Her gossip just doesn’t hit the same as it does with Kirby and Chiara!

Florence opts for a different outfit the next day which may be more suited to the downpours she has experienced so far in the jungle.

Although I think it is definitely better for Florence to be out of the small vacation lot, as when these two aren’t drinking, they’re flirting.

Good boy Sam joins Florence for her exploring today.

But now our vacation is over. And it’s time for a quick swim before we head home.

Normality resumes.

Including Johnny’s definition of normality…

Johnny: “Oh water slide, I have missed you!”

Florence makes. a start examining her artefacts. It seems to be taking an age though, and I’m not sure if she’s doing it right? Maybe something to explore next rotation.

But anyway, she’s invited out for coffee by one of the Selvadorada locals she met on her trip.

They go to one of the nice coffee shops in Windenburg. And hey, he’s pretty cute! And it is love day…

We just so happen to bump in to Chiara, who completely isn’t bothered that Florence is on some form of date with this guy and not Walter…

And well, it certainly seems like she’s drawn to him….

Back at home, Florence continues her archeology whilst thinking about the options for her romantic interests… but that’s all we have time for this rotation.

Join us next time for more fun, adventure, and what will happen with Florence’s love interests? Your guess is as good as mine!

Oasis Springs Society – Rotation 1 – Fall – Morgan

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Good morning / afternoon / evening! It’s time for more Oasis Springs Society! This post was massively delayed for a couple of reasons – shifts at work, my daughter’s birthday, playing Animal Crossing and delving in to my family tree! Which in some lines I’ve got back to the 1700s… and it’s a very very addictive hobby for someone as stubborn as me – I hit a brick wall and can’t back down until I find more information! Never mind! We join Kirby and Ishaan again and it’s so nice to see them as a happy couple, they’re so sweet!

They are also madly in love and constantly want to woohoo. I’m not sure if Vihaan (Ishaan’s teenage son) has noticed any of these goings on yet.

No! He’s more interested in this girl, Sofia Bjergsen. I’ve never been interested in this family since I got Get Together as I find them quite snooty and we all know from previous updates what Kirby thinks of Elsa Bjergsen!

However Sofia fulfils a few whims for Vihaan. So I guess she’s alright.

Ahem. Little bit awkward finding your teenage stepson fooling around with a girl who isn’t even his girlfriend in your walk in wardrobe..

So Kirby goes to fix the sink instead. Such grand plans for a day like today –

Her wedding day! I’ve hired the park in San Myshuno as I think the whole location is very smart and fits Kirby very well.

Wedding spam ensues…

Look at my little Kirby, she’s so happy!

Vihaan even comes over autonomously to congratulate her which was really adorable!

Although Kirby wasn’t feeling full from eating too much cake, we’re expecting the second baby of the Oasis Springs Society!

I realise I’ve used loads of exclamation points already, but I can’t help it. This whole wedding was just too cute! Kirby tells Ishaan who is super happy. Johnny can’t help but to listen in.

Ishaan immediately goes to order a stiff drink at the bar! I imagine it must be fairly surreal to have a teenage son already but now expecting a newborn!

Kirby is having a really awful pregnancy! She immediately makes good friends with the porcelain at work.

And hey, all of the team has changed! So it’s been a bit of a weird day, without the regular crew Kirby hasn’t really spoke to anyone. I hope all of her old colleagues aren’t gone for good.

Although this new orderly certainly is trying to get in to management’s good books by cleaning up Kirby’s vomit!

Back at home my sims show that they truly are a special, disgusting bunch. No Nancy, the answer is no. Absolutely not. We’re not running that sort of ‘Society’.

Vihaan is in the scouts. I’ve never played through being part of that club before, so I figure it’s a good challenge and a way to find out more of the game. The family have this beautiful fishing area in the neighbourhood (this is actually one of my favourite lakes as it’s so secluded!). So Vihaan has a bit of time to himself in an attempt to earn another badge.

Kirby is having a really miserable pregnancy. I’m definitely not making her have any more children. She’s really struggling with both work and home-life.

Speaking of home-life, Vihaan is really enjoying Sofia’s company and asks her to be his girlfriend. Aww, my little Vihaan – I have a real soft spot for him ever since he was unexpectedly added to the family. Sofia immediately mocks him after he pours out his feelings towards her. Have I ever mentioned how much I dislike Sofia’s family? (and her too? Yes, yes I have).

But, it’s time for harvestfest. The one day of the year where we become overrun with seed packets.

And Kirby calls the family to the grand meal. Yes, it’s that hot in Oasis Springs in the summer that they have to wear their summer outfits.

Vihaan would rather spend the time down at the lake doing extra credit? Ok then kid.

But this can only mean one thing, it’s baby time.

Ishaan: “Oh my God, oh my God, what do I do?! Why don’t I remember anything about childbirth from when Vihaan was born?!”

Yeah, the funny thing about that my friend, is that you’ve never actually been through this before because EA made you as a family that already exists. Vihaan doesn’t even have a mother in his family tree! Kirby’s face sums it up here perfectly. As a doctor she’s like ‘ah nuts’.

We go to the hospital and it’s super appropriate that one of Kirby’s best friends, Wren is on duty to deliver the baby. Honestly it was such a lovely moment.

Working in obstetrics myself it’s so lovely when we care for friends so this really touched me.

Well, I was caught right in the feels until the game glitched out and Kirby and Wren got coded through each other’s backsides (that isn’t as filthy as it sounded – promise!)

But all is well that ends well, and Kirby had a beautiful boy called Walter. Ishaan has immediately run off in to the night. I’m writing all of this up several months after playing it, so I don’t actually remember if this is a harvestfest baby – but possibly!

And what do you do after having a baby? Go home and build a rocket of course! Kirby needs it for her aspiration and I think it would be pretty neat for the family to have a functioning rocket.

Beautiful father-son picture spam!

This made me laugh, I had just got Parenthood at this point so I found it hilarious how Vihaan came home dragging his feet. So true!

Although I completely understand why he was dragging his feet, as his girlfriend’s father was there to meet him! I get it, find out who’s dating your daughter – wink.

Although this guy helpfully took our trash out so that’s one thing at least.

It soon comes round that it’s time for an Oasis Springs Society party!

Surprisingly, Johnny chooses to spend time with Kirby and Ishaan’s baby, when he’s not that much of a doting father to his own son.

I feel bad for Vihaan because I hate his girlfriend so much for some reason, so I let him give her a promise ring. I’m undecided what I’ll do in the future for these two.

True to life, the girls congregate in the bathroom to discuss what’s going on in their lives. Maybe Sofia isn’t all bad as she’s chosen to clean the sink…

Walter ages up in to a beautiful toddler, but he looks a lot like Ishaan!

Kirby then manages to get herself stuck in the wall next to her wardrobe. Well done, Kirby.

I love scenes like this! Where the group and their extended other halves are all together and socialising!

Just a close up of Walter. You can see he rolled fussy. Yay, I hate playing fussy toddlers!

I have no clue what’s going on here. Why Cliff is going in to the wardrobe? Why Walter is upset? And I realised I called Cliff, Clive all of the last update, but his name is Cliff. I promise, I’m just an idiot!

Nancy decides to streak which is extremely unlike her but also inappropriate for a toddler’s birthday party. God what is wrong with my sims.

Walter is so super cute. He loves being with his brother and dad. I can’t wait to play this family more to see what happens with him!

Another toddler pic to end the rotation. I just can’t help myself. The house is now massively cramped as I’ve had to put a toddler bed in Vihaan’s room… but hopefully Vihaan will be aged up and out of the house soon… I don’t know. We’ll have to see what happens next time in more Oasis Springs Society!

Oasis Springs Society – Rotation 1 – Fall – Evaristo

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Time for fun with Cliff and Chiara. Remember this is Cliff’s first rotation so I’m seeing how they get on as a couple. Cliff is feeling dazed currently from being chewed up and spat out by Nancy’s cow plant last rotation (ha!) but I’m sure normal service will resume soon.

Cliff wants to be a writer and needs to read books so they head to the library for some wholesome fun.

Even Kirby is here, and is cheering on a chess match – God I love her.

It was all going tremendously until Cliff and Chiara kissed and this guy was completely heartbroken. I realised he was one of the many men Chiara was involved with before she met Cliff (whilst I was on my hunt for an alien), oops.

To rub salt in the wound they go and make out in the closet. The librarian doesn’t really seem to care.

They then go and get coffee but it’s so busy they don’t actually get their orders – so time to go home.

And it’s time for a dinner party, as the couple have some big news…

Kirby however is raging about something and barely participates in any party fun. Johnny also arrived crying about some form of deceit? God my sims don’t know when to stop with each other.

The couple announce their big news – they’re moving to San Myshuno! And everyone is happy for them.

I feel like the move is needed – they’re two very creative sims with fast paced jobs. Chiara often has to review food and drink for her job or go and see performers and I think it just suits them better.. and they can invite the Oasis Springs Society over for meeting up and fun.. and I think it will make my play with this couple more refreshing as I was wondering which avenue to go down with them.

Omg I just love dinner parties and I love how Vihaan is kind of involved with the adults. Everyone had a great time and the party helps towards Chiara’s aspiration.

Cliff is lazy and can nap anywhere so he took a little doze at the dinner table. Vihaan no longer seems to have issues with Johnny but wanted to primp and show off a bit.

The next morning the couple started their new life in San Myshuno, starting off with a kiss. I’ve moved them in to the historical apartment in the spice district and given it a bit of a revamp.

I moved what was the bedroom down the other end of the apartment so now the living space overlooks the spice market (this just makes more sense to me that the bedroom wouldn’t look over a busy square). The living area has everything an up and coming socialite like Chiara would want, bar, cards table… not to forget computer for both Cliff and Chiara’s working requirements. The place is lightly but tastefully decorated. I’m not one of those summers who can fill a house with clutter, but I try and add some decorative pieces.

The kitchen/dining area. I’ve gone for the dark wood, black and grey theme as they are some of Chiara’s favourite colours.

And the bedroom – I really think this design suits Chiara and her personality.

We get the welcome wagon of City Living premades. I really love the city and I find a lot of the sims in this pack interesting to have as neighbours.

Chiara has to review 3 drinks for her job, so it’s 1 in the afternoon and Chiara has already had 2 glasses of wine. She then got up and made this face which I think is classic and made me laugh so much.

“Whadda you lookingsh at?”

Careful Chiara, just make sure you can walk in a straight line to get home.

But she doesn’t go home because the girls invite her out to the bar in Oasis Springs. Wren the doctor Kirby works with is here too and so it was nice to see her, Johnny is also randomly here so the kids must be with a sitter. Nancy sure knows how to have fun though, and starts cleaning the counter. Great, that’s sure how I spend my nights out too?

Ah I love this couple.

Another day another house party. It’s all going well for Chiara’s aspiration.

Well it was going well until Cliff thought someone flirted with Chiara, I didn’t even see anything and there were no changes I could see to anyone’s romance bars? So I have no idea what was going on, but Cliff was distraught.

Chiara seems unfazed by the whole drama and wants to learn an instrument, so we get this cute keyboard.

I decide it’s time for a date to bring some romance back. I had put the experimental restaurant in Newcrest (I intend on turning it in to a very affluent town over time).

Chiara goes and royally pisses me off however as she is in a playful mood and decides to erase Cliff’s memory. He has no relationship at all with her now and has to introduce himself to Chiara from scratch again! I could not express my rage – my daughter thought it was hilarious.

But they have a great date all the same and are soon flirting. Chiara is very charismatic and builds relationships in no time (trust me you should see her relationship panel – it is pure filth.)

I just love sending my sims out on meals and have done in all the sims games… I just love watching them socialise over dinner. Chiara being a foodie loved her meal and the pairing of her wine with it.

Although they were both truly exhausted afterwards and needed to get home quickly for bed.

The next morning they sleep in as it’s time for a leisurely harvestfest.

Cliff and Chiara really surprised me. I thought Cliff would love all of the traditions but he didn’t… and I thought Chiara wouldn’t be bothered but she loves all of the traditions.

And we have a harvestfest proposal. I really wasn’t going to do this, but Chiara has the deeply in love sentiment for Cliff and I can’t resist making her happy.

Aww, the happy couple.

Then it’s time for a harvestfest dinner party with the group who are surprisingly being quite wholesome for once.

The next morning for work Chiara has to try 4 dishes from the fashion district. God I wish my work just wanted me to try some food! It was all free as well as the task was perfectly coinciding with the night out on the town ‘holiday’.

Once back, I change Chiara’s wardrobe a bit to suit how I perceive her a little more. I just love her, even though she stresses me out from time to time!

The last day of the rotation and it’s time for the wedding. It was meant to rain all day in San Myshuno so I chose the Von Haunt Estate in Windenburg. Because I am apparently stupid, I forgot that Windenburg rains a lot so it was also chucking it down here too. I was also beyond frustrated as I’d picked out a beautiful but unorthodox dress for Chiara, but she turned up in this?!

Never the less the couple finally marry after some major glitching and promptly go home, I figure they can throw a better after party at their apartment. Chiara is also fully raging at Cliff for flirting with Kirby. I think all of my sims need cold showers and no contact with each other for an extended period of time.

Never the less, this is the beautiful look I chose for Chiara and things are patched up with Cliff after a few hugs and kisses. This couple certainly keeps me on my toes, if it’s not the flirting it’s some alien mind erasing – wild.

So just for a sec, enjoy some wedding spam to finish the chapter. Chiara was invited to join Partihaus this rotation, so the whole group is also here.

Ah yes, didn’t we all have a flirty ghost playing piano at our weddings too?

Look at these goofballs, I love them all.

The party was a huge success and Cliff and Chiara are both now super happy. In some ways they suit each other very well. Note their selfie is already framed on the bar. I really enjoyed playing Chiara and Cliff following their move to the city and the week went really quickly! I can’t wait to see what happens next with them.

Oasis Springs Society – Rotation 1 – Fall – Cooper

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Welcome back to another Oasis Springs Society! We’re back with Nancy Cooper and her family in fall.

As you can see, things are going just great for everyone. Nancy still loves tending to her garden and randomly being stung by her bees.. Johnny is still just Johnny and does whatever he feels like which involves comedy, dancing and generally being a grown up child.

He is a good dad to Logan though who is a super sweet toddler.

And it’s still warm enough to eat outside so after his bath Logan goes outside to enjoy some sunshine. You can probably tell in this photo Logan’s skin tone is the same as Nancy’s – they’re both very fair, but Logan has Johnny’s hair of course.

I decide to have a little bit of fun with this couple and send Logan to a sitter so they can have a date. They go to the same pub where Chiara met Cliff in Windenburg.

And it seems to go very well. I love all my couples equally for different reasons… and I love Nancy and Johnny as they just seem to love each other undyingly whilst each following their own goals.

Nancy has been feeling pretty rubbish recently so I just thought I’d see…

And yes, we have baby 2 on the way!

Nancy is an excellent mum, but she does have her work cut out. The gardening career means she’s never had to ‘work’ a day in her life as it means she can tend to her garden and progress through the career quite easily and quickly.. it also means Nancy actually makes quite a bit of money! And has time for Logan around her working day.

Johnny is left with the heavy duty household chores which means fixing anything that carries the potential risk of electrocution. Whilst I’d be sad to lose Johnny, I’d be more sad to lose Nancy so I don’t let her repair things!

Look at the garden! Isn’t it beautiful! And it extends a bit more round the side of the house too. The cow plant is now also fully grown even though I have no idea on a name for it… bubbles?

Considering I won’t let her repair things, Nancy is pretty bloody ballsy when it comes to that cow plant! She doesn’t just throw it the food, she really teases it. Rather you than me, Nancy.

And it’s time for another Oasis Springs Society meet up! Johnny is at work (Penny Pizzaz came to see him earlier as they’re friends for some reason? Showbiz darling), so the girls do some dancing.

No, Kirby… step away… if we have any victims I may have to put a fence around this thing.

Kirby is great with kids and decides to stop dancing for a bit and go and have a chat with Logan.

Johnny however tries his best and his parenting is good but somehow calamitous. And I feel like the picture is even more funny that he’s in his dorky work outfit!

Oh I love this little family!

Johnny tries to teach Logan some manners as I notice he’s lacking on that. Logan flatly refuses and Johnny looks like he’s now got a bit of a headache from the whole ordeal. I can’t say I blame him to be honest.., as a mum of a young child it doesn’t get easier.

It’s harvestfest tomorrow so Nancy is choosing decorations and I just think she’s so cute and that’s such a homely thing to do. I just love her.

This guy just randomly decides to push his luck. He doesn’t even know any of the members that well? Listen, the Oasis Springs Society is invitation only, capiche?!

Ugh and our cow plant died!! I’m sure I was feeding it? I was pretty upset at this at the time to be honest.

Yes Logan, make a mess in mummy and daddy’s bedroom whilst mummy is waiting to go in to labour.

It finally happens, a whole day overdue and I was starting to get anxious that I had a glitch whereby Nancy would never deliver!

We go to the hospital as Nancy’s needs are on the floor and she could benefit from the boost.

And so we have little Florence. I just thought the name was appropriate for a family like the Coopers. I can’t wait to see how she grows up! And, Florence was a harvestfest baby, so the day is even more special!

The couple sit down just in time for their grand meal.

It’s soon Florence’s birthday and of course we have a party for all the usuals (including Marcus Flex who is Johnny’s best friend). Cliff is immediately taken to Florence and loves to coo over her.

However she’s stinky (thanks for pointing that out Chiara and Marcus) and with people surrounding the crib neither Johnny or Nancy could get there to try and sort Florence out!

Logan has some serious little moves whilst dancing with the Partihaus crew!

Finally however, and after people have helped themselves to cake!!!, Nancy is able to grow Florence up.

And you can see that Florence really is the absolute double of Nancy. The skin, hair and even the eyes are completely the same. Florence frustratingly rolled fussy, the same as Logan. I really hate this trait in toddlers!

Fussy trait evidenced here, she won’t even have a hug with Nancy.

Another day another party. This is actually the next day and it’s Logan’s birthday so the whole crew are back together again. Johnny is trying some comedy this time.

So here we go, let’s see what happens!

Oh my god. I love him! I’ve actually decided not to change anything about Logan as I feel like this whole outfit really suits any child of Johnny’s!

Cliff just decided to randomly take a bath at the party. I think he got eaten by the cow plant (yes it re-grew) and was thankfully spat back out and was all messy. At least we didn’t have a death at a child’s birthday party!

I think it’s a bit too much for Nancy and she leaves the party to go and talk to her plants instead.

Phew that rotation flew by didn’t it?! I love playing with children but it makes the family so busy! And it’s been a very child-oriented rotation, however Johnny and Nancy have got some promotions in there too – and Cliff just nearly died. Make sure to join us next time for more Oasis Springs

Oasis Springs Society – Rotation 1 – Spring – Cooper

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Hi and welcome back to the second household in the Oasis Springs Society! We’re joining Nancy Cooper who we met briefly last time. Nancy is family oriented, loves the outdoors and neat. She’s just joined the gardening career but plans on having her own sizeable land to grow whatever she wishes. Nancy has the freelance botanist aspiration.

The welcome wagon quickly turn up. Nancy already knows everyone from Kirby’s rotation so it was more of a catch up, except this time Johnny brought the fruit cake. As per usual, Nancy hated it.

After the welcome wagon Nancy has a few drinks at the bistro to see who she can befriend but this evening it was a lot of families out to dinner together.

Upon getting back Nancy is quickly abducted.

And she is massively annoyed over it! Which I found weird as she felt confident when discovering that Chiara is an alien. I guess being forced to outer space against your will in a beam of light is a bit much though. Nancy went to bed anyway as it was getting late and she was absolutely raging.

The next day, just when we think things may start to go better… Nancy sets herself on fire again! Is she going to do this every rotation?!

So we head over to Johnny’s to make friends with the neighbours. I figure he might be able to make her laugh at least!

Johnny had to go to work not long after that, but the humour and hijinks festival was in town so the girls went together. Excuse the spam. Have I told you I love them already?!

After work Johnny calls Nancy to ask if she’d like to go with him, so they spend the rest of the night as a group. They get on well with the bubble blower, Chiara is loving every moment!

The next day, I send Nancy around Willow Creek to look for any plants she can harvest, preferably ones she doesn’t already have so that she can plant them in her own garden and increase her gardening skill and collection.

I figure she might as well go to Sylvan Glade, which I haven’t unlocked in ages, but did first time this time! Once I was in there I realised it was mainly for fishing as there weren’t any plants at all that Nancy could steal.

That evening Johnny comes round for dinner and the pair get on really well! They autonomously flirt and they just bounce off each other really nicely with telling jokes and funny stories too. I’m not rushing these two but we’ll see what happens if they go to social events together or invite each other out anywhere.

I then get Get Together which I’ve wanted for ages. I love the look of Windenburg and the various ways of socialising the EP gives. I quickly make the real Oasis Springs Society! I didn’t want to set them required tasks just yet and make it too restrictive, but who knows if I will do later.

The rest of the day is spent tending to the garden to try and boost gardening skill. Nancy is already pissy with me as I tried to get her to study it from a book and that didn’t go down well. So you know what I think we need….

Our first club meet yeahhh!!! Look at these queens!

Candy Behr suddenly had an ‘anti-alien’ speech or thought bubble (I didn’t properly see it in time) and then tried to show off with her dancing but landed flat on her face. And I love how Chiara appears so happy about it!

I told you last update that Chiara always sneaks off when I try and get photos of them all. Well here we go again. She decided her coffee was super urgent and she had to get it exactly that moment. Hey, guy in red, I’d get out that alien’s seat if I were you!

Nancy then wanted a bee box. And you know what, I hear it does great things for the garden so I got one. I’ve never had much luck with the bees, probably because I’m not sure what I’m meant to be doing with them… but I will try this time for Nancy. Don’t they look good friends already? Yes, they stung her after this.

Kirby calls another meeting of the Oasis Springs Society… and this time I ask that she adds Johnny on. I was going to see what happens with him and Nancy on free will. The club actually got so busy that they barely socialised with each other at all and instead just danced non stop.

All that dancing works up an appetite though, and the group head out to the bistro. There, Johnny and Nancy flirt a little bit.

The next day is love day and Johnny decides he’s not messing around. He asks Nancy out on a date about 10.30am! He actually selects the lovely area of the ancient ruins. And even though there’s nothing there, there didn’t need to be as you’ll see the couple barely moved from that spot. You’ll see from the pic spam they shared their first kiss and they also became a proper couple. It was actually so sweet, the pair do really suit each other and I just left them pretty much on auto pilot as they flirted and also told some jokes of course! This pair has a great way of conversation! It was really sweet how pop ups from Johnny were saying how he’s having so much fun etc. Sigh, so cute!

They make use of the bush whilst at the ruins. God sakes kids, can’t you read the sign?!

No sooner as her date had finished, the girls went to the spice fest.

I like to think that here they were talking about Nancy’s date (plus the stranger) as all of a sudden Chiara started talking about woohoo and applauded. How much do I love these girls?! The stranger quickly ran off after that!

Chiara also tries to eat the spiciest curry (I assume because she’s a foodie she wants to give it a go?). In the back you’ll note Nancy harvesting every fruit she can get her hands on. I didn’t check her inventory til I got home and you know what….

Meet Pickles! Yes! A cow plant! I’ve never had one in TS4 before. The TS2 ones were pretty cool so I can’t wait to see this thing grow and I’m already wondering who it’ll eat first. Yes, it has to be called Pickles to lure unsuspecting sims in with its apparent harmlessness. Insert evil laugh here.

The next day is the last day of the rotation and Nancy didn’t get up to anything really except potter about doing work and asking Johnny to move in. I know it’s not been long but I don’t want things to change without my input during the next rotation between them two and they suit each other so much that I’d feel mean to keep them apart.

And we’ll end the rotation there shall we?! Nancy has moved up the gardener career ladder a few times and I think she’s now on level 2 of freelance botanist. And in a week she’s managed to get herself a partner who’s moved in with her… so even though Nancy can’t help but to go up in flames in her kitchen, she’s not had it entirely bad has she?!

Join us next time for Chiara Evaristo’s turn in the rotation and if you’re enjoying the Oasis Springs Society, please leave a lil comment. Until next time!