Chapter 2.20

Happy New Year everyone! I figured I would start 2015 off with the LAST CHAPTER of Generation Two! We are slowly making progress in this legacy. Huzzah! Let the kookiness commence.

Kenneth is still hard at work trying to fulfill his LTW. You can do it! I believe in you!

Fun factoid, when the family moved here most of them wished for a telescope so I bought one. Kim is the first, and only, one to actually use it.

Chris: Grandpa? Are you sleeping?

Ben: No, I’m jogging.

Chris: Then… are you dead?

Ben: … yes

Chris: O.O

Ben is NOT DEAD! Chris, quit being so creepy!

Ryan: Moooooommmm! Move! I need to use this disgusting toilet!

Sun Young: Hmmm… I wonder if Ben will be around long enough so I can marry him when my dear husband passes…

Ryan: Say what now?

My thoughts exactly Ryan, you poor child. Stop being unfaithful to your husband Sun!

Kim: Well, this is unfortunate. Now how am I supposed to eat my salad?

Are you guys sure you want her as heir? I mean, she’s not the brightest bulb in the box. 😉

Sun decided to stand in the corner as punishment for ruining Ryan’s childhood. Or she was admiring the paint job, who knows.

Kenneth still needs just a couple more points to complete his LTW. One for athletic, and one for martial arts. Why does this take so long!!

Sun happened to be going stir crazy so she went along. Good thing there is a computer at the gym since Sun never works out after she had kids.

Look who it is! HI LEE!!

REALLY SUN! Seducing Ben isn’t enough, now you’re moving onto Kenneth’s half-brother?! KENNETH! Look at what your wife is doing!!!

Kenneth: Ummm… what’s your issue? They’re just dancing, it’s harmless.

*faceplam* You are too innocent Kenneth.

NOOOOOO!!! I knew that alien was on a reconnaissance mission! There must be a tracking device in Cindy’s urn!

Kenneth: Those lights! No! I can’t be!

I’m sorry Kenneth. I can’t stop this!

Yep, just beam him up, like always. Is it really necessary to terrify your victims like this?

Look at her gloating: ‘I found the Kooks! The Kook men are mine! *insert evil laugh*’ Wait, what’s that yellow thing behind her head?

O.O I don’t know what that is but I want one! It kind of looks like a cat…

Kenneth: Ryan, do you have to make you food right there? I can’t get to the fridge!

Ryan: Hold on pops, I’m almost done!

Maybe the kitchen should be redesigned. Also, side note, Kenneth’s stint with the alien did not result in a pregnancy.

Oh, hey Cindy. You’ll never guess who dropped by the other night. It seems your old alien buddies are in town! And they came to visit!

Cindy: I have no idea what you’re talking about.

Of course you don’t! I’m watching you though…

Let’s see what the world is up to! Lee got a job so now he can work on fulfilling his own LTW.

My simself had her baby! Why the name Roberta, I have no clue. It’s not my first choice of name.

Sam is working on becoming a chess master. No wonder we don’t hear much from her, she spends all her time playing chess.

Ami, on the other hand, is not doing so well at becoming a chess master. Maybe she and Sam should hang out.

This makes me sad, I was hoping for ghost babies! But Tasha deserves someone who is a little younger and more ‘alive’.

I guess Ami decided she must train her body along with her mind to become a true chess master.

Tasha also has an obsession with fitness. I guess that’s what happens in a small town.

I knew he was a total creep! Tasha was right to kick you to the curb!

You win one, you lose one. Although it sounds like Sam put in a good effort.

Ami’s theory on training the body as well as the mind seems to be working!

Go away Emil! Don’t you have a new love interest already?

Wow Emil, this is a new low. I hope Tasha is taking appropriate safety precautions.

No! Lee is losing popularity with the ladies! Spend less time working Lee and have some babies!!

Kenneth is SO close to maxing his athletic skill!

Look at that dedication, the concentration, the sweat pouring off his brow!

Success! Kenneth is halfway done his LTW! (+10 points!)

Why does Chris always look like he’s concentrating VERY hard on something? Also, yay for autonomous laundry cleanup!

Hm. How many alien abductions can we fit into one chapter of Insanity Family? We’re going for a record here folks.

Isn’t that just lovely. We barely see you in action and when we do, you do this. No wonder you don’t get screen time Salem.

Salem: Who, me? I didn’t do that. Nope. It was, uh, that other black cat.

This family only has one cat. Nice try.

Sun: Don’t forget to take the trash out on your way to school or it will get all smelly.

Ryan: You do realize you have two other kids who are doing nothing right now that could take the trash out.

O.O Ryan eats with chopsticks! Who cares about trash, Ryan has the hidden Chinese culture trait!

I just love this kid! He makes the best faces ever. I guess he’s not very happy to take the trash out.

Kim: Hey Salem, how’s it going?

Dusty: Oh sure, say hi to the cat! It’s not like I’m standing right here or anything.

Hooray or autonomous homework! Again, what’s with the face Ryan? XD

More autonomous homework!

Chris: I just had a brilliant idea! Let’s do our homework OUTSIDE! I mean, we’re already in our winter coats, we’ll be warm enough.

Kim: Let’s not and say we did, ‘kay?

I guess intentionally sleeping on the floor in a sleeping bag is better than passing out.

Ben: Don’t make fun of the old man, you put my room upstairs at the very back of the house! Do you know how hard it is to climb stairs when you’re this ancient?

I dunno, you still seem to be very active for how old you are. I saw you using the training dummy the other day.

Ben: I did nothing of the sort!

Despite what he says, Dusty gets all the love and play time. Salem ignores everyone and is ignored by everyone. But you didn’t hear that from me.

Why are spouses so utterly useless? Sun stood out here FOREVER doing NOTHING. I think she got some tips from Cindy.

Kenneth had a wish to meditate and it also raises his martial arts skill! It’s a win/win situation.

Is there a reason you’re sitting out here all alone in the rain? No? Ok, well carry on.

It’s Spooky Day! I wish there was a way to send the kids out trick-or-treating without controlling them.

Kenneth: Aren’t you a little old for this?

Cheerleader: Just give some candy old man, I haven’t eaten all day.

Chris: Here’s your candy. Don’t get sick!

Tiger-Kid: My mommy made my costume!

Good for you kid, now go home so Chris can go inside and dry off.

I swear, I only take his picture because I love how expressive he is!

We’re almost there! Kenneth just has a sliver to go on his skill bar!

Kenneth made it! He completed his LTW! (+10 points for maxing a skill, and +40 points for fulfilling his LTW!)

Like, seriously?! No sooner did he complete his LTW did the aliens come for him YET AGAIN. Have a safe trip!

While Kenneth is off gallivanting with aliens I have a couple updates. My simself is still with lover-boy.

And Tasha is now dating Pedro! That is all.

Kenneth: Ok, this is really getting old. I don’t like you.

Alien: But it’s so much fun! See ya!

Since this is the last chapter we have to get everything in! So let’s get started on Prom Night!

At least the Kook kids will fit in at the dance, no one else seems to have gotten the memo that this was a formal dance. Let the prom popup spam begin!

Prom highlights: All three kids fell in love at prom! None of the kids became prom King or Queen.

And as usual the prom pictures are horrible. 🙂

What are you doing up so late Ben?

Ben: Oh nothing, just watching some TV.

Ah HA! I caught you in the act! You are not some crippled old man!

Ben: N-no! You have it all wrong, I’m not working out, I’m not!

Don’t try to fool me! Hey, where are you going?

Ben: Pretty… lights…

Oh, not this again.

Ben: I can’t stop looking at them!

Ben: HELP ME! Aren’t you going to stop them?!

Nope.

Ben: I don’t feel so good…

It’s your own fault for starring at the pretty lights.

It’s birthday time! Let’s throw a huge party and fall into chaos!

Kenneth: I want a HUGE turnout! It’s not every day your daughter becomes a young adult! Invite the whole town!

Um, what about McKenna? She’s your daughter too you know. Where was her big party?

Kenneth: … she didn’t want one.

Sure she didn’t.

While we wait for party guests, let’s have the last few updates of Generation Two. Sam needs to spend less time with a chess board and more time with other sims.

Emil is STILL stalking Tasha. And since he’s a ghost that’s extra, extra creepy.

Jennika is the girl that Chris fell head over heels for at prom. And get this, she calls Chris ALL THE TIME.

And last but not least, Tasha and Pedro broke up. 😦 I’m sure Tasha has her reasons.

The first few party guests have arrived! See the kid with the blonde hair? That’s Pierre, Kim’s love from prom. And Sam showed up! Hi Sam!

Oh! And there’s Sean, and Tasha, and Lee! Hi guys! Also, see the girl in the purple shirt? That would be the girl Ryan fell in love with at prom.

Oh look! I’m here! What the heck did I bring for food? Oh, and girl in the blue sweater is Jennika. She also brought her new boyfriend. Good job.

Pierre finds Kenneth extremely funny for some reason.

McKenna: That is my father you’re laughing at. Please stop or you will feel the wrath of my ninja cat army!

Which currently consists of one cat. Such a fearsome force!

Sean: Boo! Kenneth’s party sucks!

It’s not even started yet! Give the man a chance!

Sam: I like cats.

Jennika: That’s nice. Have you seen Chris around?

Tasha: Is this twerp going to go inside or should I just push past him?

Yay for random teens showing up and causing road blocks.

Let’s get this party started! I took the liberty of buying two cakes in case the first one caught on fire. 🙂

Huzzah! Birthday cheers all around! Yay!

Uhm, Grimm? Buddy, what are you doing here? There’s no fire…

Ben: Oh no… is it time already?

Grimm: I’m not here for you Ben.

Grimm: BEHOLD! I have come for –

Salem:  I knew it! I’m ready! Take me to a wonderful place!

Grimm: No! What? Why would I be here for you? I should have just gone into science like my parents wanted me to, no one ever lets me just do my job.

Meanwhile, back on the party front, Kim successfully blew out the candles with no fire!

Kim: H-hey guys! Guys! I’m sparkling! Is anyone watching?!

Grimm: Hello Dusty. It is time.

Dusty: Can I have some cake first?

Grimm: Where you’re going, you can have anything you ever wanted.

Dusty: Really?! *Wags tail happily*

Kim: Just as pretty as ever! AmIright? 😀

You’re dog is dying! At least look a little heartbroken!

I love how the only ones who realize what’s happening with Dusty are the SimSelves. Way to go us for actually caring!

Grimm: Ok Dusty, I have a special treat for you!

Dusty: For me?

Grimm: Are you a good boy?

Dusty: Oh yah!

Grimm: Do you want the stick?

Dusty: A stick? A stick! I want the stick!

Grimm: Up here Dusty, catch the stick!

Dusty: I got it!

Grimm: My job here is done. My apologies for interrupting the party.

Salem: SAY WHAAAAAT?! *Mind blown*

And then the realization slowly sets in.

Kenneth: Did… that actually just… happen?

I’m afraid it did Kenneth.

Cue the crying.

WAY TO GO CHRIS! (-5 points)

Chris: My grief, it’s so great, I can’t hold my bladder!

Ew.

PS – I aged up Pierre, Kim’s love interest. I didn’t know how old he was compared to Kim so I figured why not.

He’s pretty handsome!

Kim earned an A in school but she didn’t have it long enough to be considered on the honour roll. Good job anyway!

She rolled Unstable. Great, this should be fun.

I like LTW that require skills to be maxed. This way Kim can stay at home, but these two skills will also be money makers.

Kenneth: Happy Birthday Kim! Now that you are a young adult it is time to pass the torch.

Kim: Pass the what?

Kenneth: All will be explained. But from this moment forward you are the head of the family!

Kim: Really! Thank you dad! I love you! I just wish Dusty was still here. *Cries into dad’s shoulder*

Kenneth: I know sweetie, me too.

And so, Generation Two comes to a close, marked by the passing of a loyal friend. Dusty was a great pet and an even greater friend to Ben. He was by his side always and lived to a ripe old age of 161 days. Dusty will always have a place in our hearts.

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SCORECARD

-10 Dog sitter (2)
-20 Fire (4)
-70 Self urination (14)
-115 Passing out (23)
+35 Birth (7)
+10 Twin Birth (1)
+30 Skill Challenge (6)
+15 Honour Roll (3)
+40 Max Skill (4)
+80 Completed LTW (2)
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-5 Total Points

Chapter 2.19

Hello everyone and welcome to the next chapter! It has been quite a while since my last post, but worry not, the end of Generation Two is almost here! Let’s see what the family gets up to this chapter.

Nothing like a nice family breakfast to start the day. I’m actually impressed they’re all eating at the same time.

:O Whaaaat? Sun Young eats with chopsticks!! Has anyone else seen this before?

Since it’s the last day of summer the family headed over to the summer festival for some fun.

Oh yah, lots of fun happening right here.

Kenneth: Now kids remember, stay in the shade so you don’t get sun burns, apply lots of sun screen, and don’t talk to strangers! Now have fun!

Water balloon fights are a great way to cool off in the summer heat.

BEN! How many times do I have to tell you to NOT wear your snow suit in the middle of summer!?

Ben: At least once more, like always. 🙂

If you catch fire and die I no longer care.

Ben: Why don’t you love me anymore? D:

Lee: Oh yah! Hotdog eating contest! I am SO going to rock this!

Sun Young: You’re going down!

Let the contest begin!

The contestants are off to a great start! Both are shoving down hotdogs like pros!

Sun Young chokes first and Lee takes the lead!

Oh no! Lee choked losing the lead. Can Sun beat him?

This contest is almost over folks, but both of the contestants are choking! Who will pull ahead?

It looks like Lee is our winner today! Better luck next time Sun!

This family is getting pretty good at this. Hardly anyone falls. Let’s check out what’s happening with the rest of the family and our simselves!

I CALLED THAT!! McKenna has started her ninja cat army!

McKenna is also now employed in the criminal career. She may yet become the Empress of Evil!

My simself seems to be very taken with this Stefan guy…

Hi Sean! Another simself hits the gym.

Huh, well, that was fast. First simself pregnancy!

More lovey-dove pop-ups. What is so special about this guy?

At least he’s made an honest woman out of my simself. I took a moment to go check out this guy that my simself is infatuated with.

To my surprise Stefan is strikingly similar in looks to my bf IRL, just cut the hair and add glasses. And yes my bf sometimes wears ripped clothes, he works in construction so sometimes rips happen. 😛

Let’s get back to the Kooks. We have another hotdog eating contest underway! This time Plumber-Lady joins Chris and Kim to win this contest.

And they’re off! Who will choke first?

Plumber-Lady is first to choke! Can she recover or will one of the Kook kids take the lead?

Kim chokes next! Will this cost her the lead?

Oh no! Chris chokes too! This is a close competition now!

Chris manages to take the lead again and finishes first! Sorry ladies, Chris is our winner this time!

Ben: Son, I’m tired, take me home.

Kenneth: I’m pretty sure that you can make it home on your own if you really tried.

Sorry Kenneth, Ben is right, it’s time to take the family home since everyone is getting into the yellow.

NOOO! And we were doing so well. (-5 points)

Awe, Lee can be so awesome sometimes! And I’m sure Dusty loves the attention.

Kenneth! Why are you going around yelling at everyone!?

Kenneth: …

Fine then, be all weird. See if I care if you have bad relationships with the rest of your family.

So Kim brought home a guy from school. Don’t ask about his name, it apparently wasn’t important enough to make note of. As good looking as his is I have a feeling he wont be a potential spouse.

Dusty: Too much homework! I can’t go down the hall!

There is tons of room for you to walk! Stupid route fails.

Hi Cindy! How’s the afterlife treating you?

Kenneth: I AM THE MASTER!

No, you still have a few levels to go yet. Nice outfit though. 😉

Sun Young: You know what Kim? I am SICK of your attitude! I doubt you even have a brain!

Kim: Oh really mom? Are you sure I’m the one without a brain?

Kim: Maybe I’m sick of YOUR attitude! Yah! How’s that for not having a brain?!

Sun Young: Whoa! Chill out!

Why are most of the members of the family fighting? Stop fighting guys! How about some updates while the family cools their heads.

My simself is now living with her new husband! D’awe, aren’t they cute.

Tasha is still working hard at the gym! I don’t know where that hair came from, it looks wrong to me…

I swear, this is all she does all day besides work.

Sean got a promotion! I wonder how she likes working with McKenna?

Tasha is also promoted! Another co-worker of McKenna, I hope they all get along.

Time to celebrate a birthday!

Poor Lee, I don’t think anyone noticed…

Frugal isn’t the worst trait he could get. It may actually be useful.

Considering his other choices I think this will be best. It’s one he can achieve on his own at least.

And here he is post-makeover! Honestly I really didn’t do much.

Good bye Lee! Good luck out there!

So Ben, all of your children, except for the heir to this legacy, are finally gone from this house. How does it feel?

Ben: Can’t talk! Must. Defeat. BOSS!

Great chat Ben. See you next time!

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SCORECARD

-10 Dog sitter (2)
-20 Fire (4)
-65 Self urination (13)
-115 Passing out (23)
+35 Birth (7)
+10 Twin Birth (1)
+30 Skill Challenge (6)
+15 Honour Roll (3)
+20 Max Skill (2)
+40 Completed LTW (1)
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-60 Total Points

Chapter 2.18

So, who’s asking the question: who are the Kooks again? Remember that kooky family, founded by that crazy old man, that just moved to Aurora Skies? Well, they’re finally back! Let’s jump right into the chaos!

As usual, Ben is being weird, sitting alone in a bathroom contemplating the meaning of life… or something.

Ben: Actually, I forgot what I was doing. I thought sitting down might help.

Poor Ben, he’s finally loosing it in his ancientness.

Sun Young is breaking things like usual. Poor Kenneth spends his days fixing everything now.

Sun Young: Well hello handsome! You. Me. Together. How does that sound?

Ben: Oh yah, I can still catch the ladies. 😀

Lee: Tots uncool, sista. (person minus minus)

I agree with Lee! What the hell are you doing Sun?!

Sun Young: I totally wanna hold your hand.

Ok! Just stop! I am SO glad Kenneth wandered off somewhere and isn’t around right now. Shame on you two!

Lee: All my morals are being tested right now.

Walk away Lee! Save yourself from this madness!

Kim: I love this new house! I have so many plans for it when I’m head of the family!

Lee: Too bad your mother is a home-wreaker.

Kim: What was that? I too busy daydreaming of paint colours.

(Side note: If you didn’t already guess Kim is heir! But shhh! You didn’t hear it from me. 😉 )

I thought this was so cute how Ben tucked him in and gave him a goodnight kiss! Also, doesn’t it bother anyone that Ben walks around half-naked all the time? For some reason he just LOVES his swimwear…

Hiya Kenneth! Glad  I finally found you!

Kenneth: I swear, once I find out who’s breaking the toilets all the time I’m kicking them out of the house!

Riiiight… no you’re not.

Dear Watcher, child! Take a bath once in a while!

Ben: So you see, Chris. That’s how you get the shower to make hot water to bath in, but not so hot to burn you!

Chris: Gee Gramps! That’s mighty helpful!

Yah, I have no clue either. Moving on.

Lee: *gasp* A girl actually messaged me back! Think Lee, think! Say something cool! <Yo, do you like spaceships? We could totally take a ride on mine!>

Wow, Lee. Just wow.

Lee: Awe, she blocked me. 😦

I wonder why!

Dusty is being creepy again and sleeping with his eyes open. Also, the only other purpose of this picture is to confirm Dusty is still alive. I wonder who will go first, Ben or Dusty. Is that wrong of me to wonder?!

THE ALIENS HAVE FOUND US! We’re doooooooooomed! Actually, funny fact, there have been no alien abductions since Cindy passed away. Interesting.

I see you peeping in our windows! Keep moving creeper!

She made her way to the back of the house to scan a bush and the Gnome-puppy, then she promptly left. Alrighty then.

Ryan: So, are you ever going to shower again?

Chris: Nope.

Ryan: We’re no longer twins.

I love how Ryan looks like a neat freak and Chris looks like a slob! Bahahaha.

Kim: Gosh mother, put some clothes on. You’re supposed to be the sane one around here.

Sun Young: I fear the insanity has rubbed off on me.

Dusty: Hey, does someone want to make me some food? No? D:

Poor Kenneth, the forever maid of the household. Until Kim takes over at least!

Kenneth: That day can’t come soon enough!

It can wait until you’re done your lifetime wish! Get working out! The laundry can clean itself up! (I wish)

Dusty: I get all the ladies, just like Master Ben!

Yes, everyone loves you Dusty! Man, he’s looking so old!

So I got some sort of pop-up about Ryan, don’t ask me what it said, all I read was ‘Ryan Kook’. Anyway, I went looking for him and guess what. He’s at school, but he decided that chilling on a bench on the school property was a way better use of his time than attending class. *facepalm*

So what were you saying about kicking out the one who breaks toilets?

Kenneth: Gah! I HATE MY LIFE!

Calm down! It’s just a toilet! Go workout or something.

After school Lee wandered off to a random park and started chatting with someone on a non-rendering cell phone. Is anyone else creeped out by the billboard behind him?

Chris went over to a ‘friends’ house but when he arrived there were no children to be found! Just these two creepy guys who I swear had bad intentions! Stop looking at Chris like that you creep! What is wrong with my game?!

Oh! Chris is behaving inappropriately?! I believe YOU sir are the inappropriate one, leering at a child. Seriously, my game is full of creeps. -.-

Honestly, how do you all keep breaking the toilets?! First upgrade of the new generation: better plumbing.

Since Kim will probably wear something dumb to prom here’s her formal wear. Personally I love the colour on her!

Kenneth went to the local gym since he was getting stir crazy. They also don’t have exercise machines at the house anymore since there were no rooms left over for a home gym.

And look who we saw at the gym! Hi Tasha!

Time for a SimSelf update!

Tasha decided to go steady with ghost-boy Emil! (Silently prays for ghost babies.)

My SimSelf is second to get a love interest! And he even looks kinda cute.

Sam decides to get a cat named Nova. Apparently Nova doesn’t like to render properly. I’ve been having a problem with that lately.

And my SimSelf REALLY sees something in this Stefan guy! For some reason I’m not getting very many updates about the SimSelves. Hopefully as I play more they’ll get up to more mischief. 🙂

Ryan & Chris: Can we have a bedtime story?

Kim: Wait, which one of you spoke first? I can only read one at a time! Ryan, go get a book. Chris, don’t pout so much, your face will freeze like that.

Gee, nice sister. 😛

Mckenna: I’m so excited! *evil laughing and cheering*

Kenneth: Can a man read in peace for once?!

It’s Mckenna’s YA birthday! Go birthday sparkles!

Oh great, she’s a cat person now. I bet she’ll have a cat by next chapter. 😛

Oh honey, we need to fix your wardrobe. I’ll see to that in a minute.

This is PERFECT! Who better to be the Emperor of Evil than an Evil Cat Person?! Mckenna will have a ninja cat army in no time! XD

Here she is in all her evil, cat loving glory! I really like her skin tone and hair colour combo. Oh well, we’ll creep on her sometimes and see what she gets up to. But first…

TWIN BIRTHDAY SPAM!! …aaaaand go!

Chris gets Equestrian to go with Insane, Brave, and Disciplined. At least it’s a little different than Kenneth’s traits now.

Ryan gets Disciplined to go with Insane, Easily Impressed, and Photographer’s Eye. Those are some oddly paired traits.

HOLY FREAKING NOSE, BATMAN!! I have no clue where that honker came from. Thank you readers for not choosing Chris as heir! Whew! That would take generations to breed out. XD

Again with the huge nose! But Ryan also got some unfortunate eyebrow genes. I spent 10 minutes testing out eyebrows and this was the best I could do. They’re kind of at a weird angle so nothing really looks right. Again, thank you readers for not choosing Ryan as heir either! Maybe Chris and Ryan are just in an awkward teenage stage and will grow into their looks a bit more as adults.

Mckenna: Hey! I’m getting kick out now that I’m a Young Adult! Wanna give me a ride?

And so Mckenna flees from the family home, never to return!

Thanks for reading! See you next time for more kookiness!

Chapter 2.17

Welcome back to Insanity Family! It’s been a little while, so to recap the family moved to Aurora Skies and now have a wonderfully big house to live in! Let’s see how they like their new home.

So, what do you think of the new place guys?

Kenneth: I see some old family photos made it up on the wall. How could you let me look so dorky back then?

You didn’t look dorky! Ok well in that picture you do since it’s fall and you were in a snow suit, but that’s your own fault!

Ben: For what it’s worth son, I think you still look dorky.

Kenneth: Wow, thanks dad!

Ben: It’s a masterpiece! I am a legend in the art community!

My personal favourite is the dog getting coffee behind you. XD

Ben: That one is alright. But this one! My self portrait is magnificent!

That’s you?! o.O

Ben: Yes, why do you sound so shocked?

Oh, no reason…

Who- what- how- ??? HUH?!? I got rid of those things!!! Grrrrrr…

Since everything is brand new Kenneth gets the pleasure of upgrading everything again!

Kenneth: Can’t someone help me? There are 3 full bathrooms and a kitchen to upgrade. Not to mention the TV and fireplace if you want to get all fancy. PLUS I’m not even close to finishing my LTW!

If you can find a way to get Ben off his lazy but and do some upgrading then by all means do so. As for me, I can’t make him do anything.

Oh look. Someone is setting booby traps. I wonder who it could be…

Kim! I expected better from you young lady! I guess teens will be teens though.

Mckenna: Ha! Take that!

Lee: Stop it! My controller isn’t working!

Mckenna: No, you just suck.

Awe, sibling bonding.

We’ve got visitors! The sim with the long blonde hair is a dude FYI. And I think Chris is asking for a bedtime story…

Ryan: Servant! Bring me my supper!

Da King is in da house! I’m glad they can entertain themselves since I didn’t give them any toys what-so-ever.

Think ya got enough toothpaste there Kim? She’s so cute.

You’d think a wrench would be better suited to upgrading a toilet.

Kenneth: Well excuse me. Would YOU like to do this then?

…Uh, no.

Kenneth: Well then let me work!

Ben: Now how does this work… I just press here and… I’M A NERD!

Great, Ben has found the joy that is video games.

Chess on the computer is cool and all…

So remind me again why I bought an actual chess table for you guys? Sadly it sits unused.

Sun Young: Oh, that looks like such a cute game! Can I try?

Ben: No! Mine!

Be nice Ben! Gosh, he sounds like me and my games. XD

Lee: I brush my teeth for a nice healthy smile. 😀

Sun Young: That’s nice dear… (person person plus)

The Kooks have a barbeque! Prepare for delicious gourmet grilled meats!

So Kenneth, you’ve got a nice big house full of life and family, a new town to explore, and your kids are almost all grown up! Time flies, eh?

Kenneth: It really does. It’s peaceful here, a great place to spend my final days.

O.O No! You still have a lot of days left so don’t even talk about that! Gawd, you don’t even have an eligible heir until the kids are Young Adults so don’t you go thinking about passing away yet!

The nightly routine of bedtime stories continues. I’ll be so happy once the twins age up.

Now what are you up to?

Lee: I should take up boxing. Yah, then I’ll be super cool!

Mckenna: RAWR!

Lee: I’d be so buff and strong… boxing is sweet.

Mckenna: Hey Lee! I heard you had a girlfriend!

Lee: EEP! Wha-! Where did you hear that?!

Mckenna: HAHAHAHAHAHAHA! GOT YA!

Lee: You’re mean Mckenna, I though maybe you actually knew someone who liked me. (person person minus)

Mckenna: You are such a dork. Here’s a bright idea, don’t be such a dork and you might find a girl someday. (person person minus)

In the dead of the night a wild Cindy appears! Go, Pikachu!

Mckenna: Maybe grandpa wont be using the TV. Why do ghosts even need the internet anyway?

Cindy: Let’s see… who else is buried in this town… Oh! He seems like an interesting fella!

Awe! Dusty is being cute and creepy at the same time! For some reason he sleeps with his eyes open ALL THE TIME. He must be keeping an eye on the fireplace and making sure the family doesn’t burn in their sleep.

First day of school in the new town! At least they aren’t wearing snow suits.

Now should be a good time to introduce the Simselves I have running around Aurora Skies.

This is Michelle Lynne, my Simself! I’m Friendly and Family-Oriented, but I can be a little Shy at times. I’m also a Natural Cook and a bit of a Couch Potato. I enjoy Country music, I love Tri-Tip Steak, and my favourite colour is Irish Green. I’m also an Aquarius.

This is Ami Simself, the Simself of Earthqueenami (writer of the Kanto Legacy). Ami is a Genius but a bit of a Loner. She’s a Hopeless Romantic and a Cat Person at heart but can also be a little Clumsy. She enjoys Dark Wave music, she loves Mac and Cheese, and her favourite colour is Purple. She’s also a Scorpio.

This is Tasha Sim, the Simself of Frozenorangejuic (writer of Love is a Riddle among other legacies). Tasha is a Night Owl who Hates the Outdoors and is a Heavy Sleeper. She can be Childish at times but she’s a total Bookworm. She also enjoys Dark Wave music, loves Spaghetti, and like me her favourite colour is Irish Green. Tasha’s zodiac sign is Pisces.

This is Sean Parodi, the Simself of Cyazurai (writer of What Are You Even Doing?). Sean is Family-Oriented but a bit of a Loner. And even though she’s Clumsy and a Coward, at heart she’s a Hopeless Romantic. She listens to Country music, loves Key Lime Pie, and her favourite colour is Turquoise. Sean is also a Pisces.

This is Sam  Winterwolf, the Simself of Gryffindork7 (writer of The Dysfunkshinul Legacy) and she hold the honour of being the only supernatural Simself in my game so far! Sam is Artistic and a Perfectionist but she can be a bit Neurotic. She’s a total Cat Person and can also be a little Socially Awkward. Sam enjoys Country music, loves Cookies, and her favourite colour is Purple. Like me, Sam is a fellow Aquarius.

Time to see what our Simselves get up to!

My Simself decided to get a job as a Professional Diver… not my first career choice but I can deal. I wonder how well the diving self employment is around Aurora Skies, or anywhere that isn’t Isla Paradiso for that matter.

Next up is Ami who decided on a career as a Private Investigator! At least she’s guaranteed to make some money every week, and apparently she got a spiffy new coat. 😀

Tasha decided to be on the other side of the law in this town. XD

And Sean became her partner in crime! I’m excited to see how this plays out.

And last but not least, Sam is now a Professional Photographer! Will she catch the crime duo on camera for P.I. Ami? Bwahahahaha!

And here’s one last update for the end of the chapter, Tasha is the first Simself to have a romantic interest! I’d be interested in hearing the story of how they met seeing as how he’s a ghost and all.

Well that’s it for this chapter! If you want to see your Simself in Insanity Family just leave me a comment below with a link! See you again soon for more kooky shenanigans!

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SCORECARD

-10 Dog sitter (2)
-20 Fire (4)
-65 Self urination (13)
-110 Passing out (22)
+35 Birth (7)
+10 Twin Birth (1)
+30 Skill Challenge (6)
+15 Honour Roll (3)
+20 Max Skill (2)
+40 Completed LTW (1)
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-55 Total Points

Chapter 2.16

Hey look! It’s another chapter of the Kooks! And guess what’s finally happening?

That’s right, it’s time to move! Pack your bags, it’s off to Aurora Skies.

Kenneth: *on phone* Hi, I’d like a taxi to the edge of town please. *pause* No, one should be fine. *pause* Great! Thanks!

You sure one taxi will do it?

Kenneth: Of course! We’re just going to the edge of town. Strap dad to the roof, put the twins in the trunk…

Horrible parent of the year award goes to…

And so the family piles into one taxi and says goodbye to their old home.

*Allow for sufficient moving time to pass*

Welcome to Aurora Skies gang! This is their new house. It’s a pre-made house in Aurora Skies because I was too lazy to build a new one but there is no furniture so I did have to decorate.

Are you ready for the tour?

Kenneth: I’m ready!

Then let’s get to it!

Upon entering the house via the front door you are welcomed into a spacious hall featuring a grand staircase leading to the second floor.

To the left of the hall staircase are three doors. Let’s open door number one!

Door number one reveals a cozy living room. In here the family can relax while watching TV or playing video games and chilling with the cat.

Door number two is a bathroom/laundry room combination. I didn’t feel like changing walls to accommodate a separate laundry room.

Behind door number three we see the main bedroom. This is where Kenneth and Sun Young will be sleeping. It’s a spacious room and can accommodate any type of furnishing so it might change once a new TH takes over. We’ll see.

Moving around behind the central staircase there is a door leading out to the backyard. The family also set up a little memorial table for Cindy and her remains.

It’s a nice little memorial table with some plants and a couple old family pictures. Eventually a little graveyard will be built on the family property once there are more graves. And yes Cindy will be in a puddle.

To the right of the central staircase, from the front of the house, there are two more doors.

The open archway leads to a spacious kitchen and dinning room. A great place for family meals and entertaining guests.

Behind the closed door is another relaxing sitting room complete with a fireplace. Here the family can curl up with a good book on cold winter nights in front of the warm fire and hang out with the dog.

Going upstairs, we have more hall space. To the left are *gasp* three more doors!

Door number one leads to the twins’ bedroom. When the next TH takes over it will eventually become the nursery since it’s one of the bigger bedrooms of the house and will hold a few cribs nicely. (No spoilers here, nope! None whatsoever!)

Another bathroom is behind door number two. You can never have too many bathrooms in an ISBI.

A spacious study is behind the third door, complete with a chess table since everyone in the family wished for one. A living room, a sitting room, and a study. Think there are enough places for the family to relax?

To the right of the staircase there are two more doors and then that’s it for doors, I promise!

Another lovely bedroom, this one is Ben’s for now. Once the new TH takes over this will become the main bedroom for the TH and their spouse.

And here’s the last bedroom! For now it belongs to Kim but eventually it will be Kenneth’s room along with Sun Young (and Ben depending on how long he’ll continue to live, he’s getting pretty ancient now.) Also, I lied, there’s one more door.

This is the only bathroom connected to a bedroom. I figured it would be best for the old folks once the family does a bedroom swap when the next TH takes over. Mckenna and Lee don’t get bedrooms because they don’t need beds. Once they aged up to teen their energy bar was replaced with brain power which they can recharge anywhere. So it saves on space and money to just not have separate beds for them.

The backyard is the last place we’ll explore! We have a nice barbeque and a little eating area for family gatherings in the summer.

As Kenneth has yet to complete his LTW a little training area is outside as well. He will train day and night, rain or shine!

Kenneth: No I wont! I have a family to look after.

They can look after themselves. You need to complete your LTW! Don’t you want your dreams to come true?

Kenneth: Well that would involve not having your voice in my head ever again so…

:O Rude!

Let’s finish up the tour and ignoring Kenneth’s rudeness. Again, almost the entire family wished for a telescope as well so I gave in to their demands. See how nice I am Kenneth!

Kenneth: Fiiiiine! I’m sorry, alright? I guess I’m am glad you set up my martial arts stuff.

See, I only have the family’s best interests at heart.

And one last peaceful scene. A cozy fire-pit looking out over the mountain range. The backyard is pretty big so I’m tempted to include a pool later as well. However, at this point the family was pretty low on funds and since they’re all lazy bums and don’t work they had to keep some money aside for bills.

Let’s end the tour with some Ben’s old drawings that I found while clearing out inventories! Ben drew these while attending Sims University all those sim days ago. They are hanging on display in the twins room for now.

Hope you enjoyed the new house! It was a bit of a short chapter but I wanted to get the house introduction out of the way. Now it’s time to start preparing for the next TH! Don’t forget to vote here!

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SCORECARD

-10 Dog sitter (2)
-20 Fire (4)
-65 Self urination (13)
-110 Passing out (22)
+35 Birth (7)
+10 Twin Birth (1)
+30 Skill Challenge (6)
+15 Honour Roll (3)
+20 Max Skill (2)
+40 Completed LTW (1)
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-55 Total Points

Chapter 2.15

What’s this? Another chapter for the Kooks? Right you are! So let’s get started!

Hi Bonehilda! Haven’t seen you around in a while. And what’s this? You’re actually cleaning!

Chris: Oops. Maybe no one will know it was me. I’m just going to go get a snack now. Yup, snack time. Perfect alibi.

Would you all just quit breaking things!?

Welcome to the first ever (and only) meeting of the Kook Book Club!

Chris: Really guys? You’re so lame.

Mckenna and Kim: Shhh!

Bonehilda: Oh my, he really is quite muscular. :3

Can you say ‘creepy’?

The kids wanted to get out of the house for a bit and away from their creepy house-cleaner so off the family went to a nearby park. Kim immediately ran for the slide. Why she needs to wear a snowsuit in summer? I don’t even know. She must get that from Ben.

Ryan ran over to the jungle gym.

Ryan: Hey! I can see our house from here!

Yup, he’s having fun.

Chris was content to sit on the pavement and sing to his IF doll. Jungle gyms, slides, and swing sets galore! And what does he do? Plays with that stupid doll.

Kenneth decides to read on a nearby bench and keep a watchful eye over his family. D’awe. 🙂

Sun Young: Chris, I need your honest opinion. Does my makeup look okay in this light?

Chris: Um, sure? What’s makeup?

Overall the family had a fun time at the park until it started to rain. And even then it was a tough time getting them all home. 🙂

Sun Young stayed at the park so long that she ended up having her adult birthday there.

Oh great. Another midlife crisis. I doubt she’ll get many wishes fulfilled.

Chris: What the – ?

Chris: THERE’S A MONSTER UNDER MY BED! I’ll just run away and it wont get me.

Great! Well he’s not sleeping tonight.

Sun Young rolled a midlife crisis wish to get a makeover. So I decided to use her free action and indulge it.

Stylist: Oh darling, let’s do something with your hair. And that shirt? So last year.

Stylist: Fabulous! (Now to take my money and run!)

Um, what?

Sun Young: I feel so hip and flirty! Te-he!

What a waste of a free action. No more indulgences!

Hello IF dolls. Prepare to meet your end. Muahahahahaha!

I realized I never showed the prom pictures for Mckenna and Lee. I wish the background for the prom pictures would rotate every so often.

The hell?! I was considering taking the extended family with us for the move but you’ve just sealed your fate Anakin! You all time creeper!

Sun Young: *scoffs* What? Go on a date with you and leave my position of legacy spouse? No thank you!

You tell him Sun Young!

Ryan: Finally, a quiet place to do homework.

Really? Your parents bedroom? Okay then.

Ben: Ah, nothing better than the fresh morning air!

Dusty: What a perfect spot to relieve myself. 🙂

Gross…

Ben: Woof! Woof! *pants*

Dusty: What the hell are you doing? Just stop before you hurt yourself.

My thoughts exactly. -.-‘

Look who got to level 8 in martial arts! Those are some awesome moves! 😀

See the cane? Completely for show.

Kenneth: What are you talking about? I’ll have you know I’m a frail old man now.

Ppsshh, sure you are. And I’m The Doctor.

I can’t believe my eyes! It’s a study session! And they did it all on their own!

Mckenna: Hey, who wants to put on some tunes?

Kim: How are we supposed to concentrate with that noise you call music?

Salem: I’m going to stink up my box and make you all run for the hills. XD

Guess what time it is?!

Kim is finally a teen! And that means it’s time to vote for the next heir! But first, lets change her outfit and hair.

SHE’S SO PRETTY!!!!! I don’t care where that blonde hair came from, I think it suits her and her golden eyes. I know I shouldn’t pick favourites, but can I? Just this once? 😀

FINALLY! The ENTIRE reason for this chapter was to just kill time until Frankie’s second child was born. Now that we know what the gender is I can move the main family to their new town! Buuuuuut… you’ll have to wait until next chapter because I’m evil like that. XD

For now go vote for the next heir over here! 😀

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SCORECARD

-10 Dog sitter
-20 Fire
-65 Self urination
-110 Passing out
+35 Birth
+10 Twin Birth
+30 Skill Challenge
+15 Honour Roll
+20 Max Skill
+40 Completed LTW
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-55 Total Points

Chapter 2.14

Welcome to another chapter of the Kooks! Last Chapter Cindy visited the family from beyond the grave, the kids got up to mischief at strangers houses, and Lee aged up to a Teen! What will they get up to this time?

Um, this isn’t exactly the best start to the chapter. Thanks Chris (-5 points). -.-

Kenneth: How about a bedtime story son? Would that help you sleep?

Chris: Awe gee! Thanks dad! *runs off to find an empty bed*

Bedtime stories for everyone! Almost everyone, Ryan managed to go to bed without a story tonight.

Wow, she hasn’t worked on painting in ages. She actually managed to finish it too.

Kenneth is hard at work trying to complete his LTW before time runs out. He’s almost at level 8 for martial arts, but he’s only halfway through level 6 for athletic.

Kenneth: Well maybe if you didn’t have me running around cleaning up after messy children and reading bedtime stories constantly I might achieve my lifelong dreams!

Hey, someone has to do it. It’s not my fault your family are slobs.

Sun Young goes around doing this way too often. And in her nighty no less. Maybe not the best thing to wear around your brother-in-law.

Really Ryan? (-5 points) Did you not get a good enough sleep last night or something?

Kim: Way to go Ryan. That’s what you get for skipping bedtime stories.

Lee: Why don’t you just go to bed Ryan?

My thoughts exactly!

Sun Young: Chris, be a dear and take out the trash? Just be careful to not trip over your brother over there.

Dusty: Why don’t we get screen time anymore? I might be ancient but I’m not dead yet!

Salem: At least you’ve been around from the start. I’m still pretty new to the family and they’re already bored of me. All in favour of mutiny raise your paw and say “aye”!

Dusty: AYE! 😀

Yup, the pets are still around and kickin’. Moving on.

Family Update: Anakin and Lina had their second child! A little boy named Cruz of all things. Wouldn’t be my first choice for a name…

Things were getting a little boring so the adults decided to check out some local venues. Um, where’s Ben?

Kenneth: He’s in the trunk. We had to kidnap him to get him out of the house.

Ben: *muffled* HELP! I’ve been violated!

You’re such nice sims, stuffing poor, helpless, old men into trunks of cars.

And here we are! The Lucky Palms Casino! 😀 Don’t blow all the money, k’ guys?

Sun Young heads straight for a slot machine.

And promptly loses.

Sun Young: Hmm, I’m going to try again. This pull will be a winner!

Ben also tried out the slot machines but didn’t have any luck. I really hope it wasn’t a bad idea to come here…

Kenneth tried his luck playing Blackjack. It doesn’t look like he’s loosing too badly.

Ben soon lost interest in the slot machine after winning $80.

Ben: This foxy lady caught my eye!

Elderly Lady: You sir are a creep. Leave me be or I’ll call security.

Ben: Harsh.

Seriously, he said two words to this lady and creeped her out. I think you’re losing your charm Ben.

Ben: I am not! I’m just out of practice is all.

Sun Young actually scored pretty big on her slot machine! She cashed out $900 when all was said and done. Kenneth eventually lost at Blackjack, costing $100, but the Kooks left the casino a total of $880 richer than when they walked in. We could have made a living out of this. Haha! XD

When the adults got home Mckenna got in trouble for… something. I forget what. But, as punishment, she was sent to stand in the corner, and this is the corner she chose. It’s also raining FYI.

Ben’s rocking out to some tunes! Whoo! Go Ben, go Ben!

Ben: Just, just no. Stop.

Fine, be a loner and dance by yourself then.

NO! BAD CHRIS! There are three toilets in this house, now use them! Gah! (-5 points)

Chris: Hey Dad, can I have a bedtime st- never mind *passes out* (-5 points, I’m going to cry soon)

Kenneth: Alright then…

Hot Dog Kid: I’m just going to leave. My mom said to never take candy from crazies.

You’re the crazy here Hot Dog! It’s spring! Stop this trick-or-treating nonsense!

It’s prom time! And both of our teens are in their formal wear since neither of them are insane and like to wear snow suits to fancy functions. 😀

More like she blackmailed them! She is evil after all. 😉 Awe! Her first crush! Too bad the family will be moving soon.What is with the Kook kids and fighting at prom? Apparently Lee is now a girl. I never would have guessed. Thanks EA.Ha, haha. No. Your ancestors only abduct sims, not other aliens (as far as I know anyway.)

I’m actually a little shocked to see Ben in the garden. It’s been wilting for ages and Kenneth only looks after it when told. I knew deep down you loved gardening Ben!

Ben: Don’t read too deep into this. I’m simply bored.

Whatever you say! 😀

Mckenna: RAWR!

Ben: AHH! MONSTER!!

Mckenna: Haha! It never gets old!

Yes it does! Stop trying to give your grandfather a heart attack!

In true Ben fashion, he decides to have some fun with the sprinkler system to settle his nerves, snow suit and all.

Lee: Awe man! That dog barf stinks!

Well then quit standing around complaining about it and clean it up!

Mckenna: Well that booby trap failed… I’ll just back away slowly now…

And Bonehilda just fixed that the other day. *Sigh*

Family Update: Is there trouble in paradise? They just had their second child together too.

Kenneth: Got to get my workout in while I can!

Um, actually, your bedtime story services are needed…

Kenneth: No! I’m almost at level 8!

Sorry…

Kenneth: So, pulled your old man away from fulfilling his dreams for a silly story eh?

Ryan: Well if you’re going to be mean about it maybe I’ll just keep passing out all the time. *grumpy face*

I honestly can’t wait for the kids to age up. This is getting ridiculous.

Ah, a floating chair. Cindy must have stopped by for a visit.

Kim is such a good girl, cleaning up after her family, not passing out from the fumes. 🙂

Cindy: Come on kids! Working out is part of leading a full and healthy life! And work it! 1 and 2, and 1 and 2…

Lee: Hey grams, how did you die? I heard something about you being bashed over the head with a shovel.

Mckenna: Actually, she tripped over the cat. That cat. Right there. Be careful or it’ll get you next.

Lee: EEP!

Salem: Honestly, I don’t know why I even bother. The only time I get screen time is to be accused of murder. Why can’t I just have a loving family like other cats! *cries silently to self*

Kenneth: Kim I want you to do your homework before you play anymore games tonight.

Kim: Insolent fool! Queens do not DO homework!

Kenneth: Yes they do! Or they are banned from the TV for a week!

Kim: *grumbles to self*

Really Mckenna? Quit breaking things!

Sun Young: *gasp* What did you do?! Now I can’t watch my shows!

Mckenna: Thing was a piece of junk anyway.

Cindy: I never did like that TV…

Mckenna: Confession right there! Grams did it!

Kenneth: School is very important young man. You need to do your homework every night in order to get good grades! When I was your age there was none of this “I have a D in school and I’m okay with it” nonsense. You hear me boy?

Chris: Y-yes father. I’ll get to it right away sir.

How goes the training Ben?

Ben: Take that you pole-thingy! *girly slap attack!*

I’ll just leave you to it…

Chris: Dad, I’m done two pages. Can I go play now?

Kenneth: Nope, you’re staying there until it’s finished.

Sun Young: Ugh! Ryan! That was my cereal! I can’t get to it!

Ryan: My cereal now mom. Just go watch your show. Oh right, you can’t cause Mckenna went ape on the TV and broke it.

Mckenna: I am not an ape! I’m an alien! Gosh, get it right!

Kenneth: Haha, good one son. Person person plus. 🙂

Chris: Guys, come on, trying to study here.

Lee: Awe, come on! That was my ice cream!

Sun Young: Oh I’m sorry, was this yours? Mine now! *Nomnomnom*

Kenneth: Your Highness, it is imperative that a good king studies hard and succeeds in school. High grades ensure a smart king to rule over a fair and just kingdom.

Ryan: Your concern for my schooling is admirable, loyal citizen. I’ll shall heed your words.

And heed them he did. Maybe now none of the kids will fail school. We were getting pretty close there. Luckily Kenneth can use the “Do Homework” interaction. 😀

Sun Young attempted some mother son bonding time.

Sun Young: Hey! Bet you can’t hit me with that water balloon! Na-na!

Chris: Yah no. My butt’s ringing, I gotta take this call.

Maybe next time Sun Young.

Let’s end the chapter with this little pop-up! Now that Frankie and Pansy are having their second child I don’t want to move the family until I find out if it’s a boy or a girl. 🙂

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SCORECARD

-10 Dog sitter
-20 Fire
-65 Self urination
-110 Passing out
+35 Birth
+10 Twin Birth
+30 Skill Challenge
+15 Honour Roll
+20 Max Skill
+40 Completed LTW
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-55 Total Points

Chapter 2.13

Hello and welcome to another chapter of the Kooks! While we wait for the votes to come in for a new town lets see what this crazy family gets up to this time.

You seem to be taking quite well to being an elder. 😀

Kenneth: I guess it’s not so bad. I do have this awesome cane I can hit ankles with. 😉

Oh the perks of old age.

Chris: Man, I’m so hungry I could eat a pound of waffles!

Maybe if you didn’t wait until you were starving to eat… just saying.

Kenneth: Why does he get waffles? Why am I stuck with cereal?

I’m sorry! I didn’t know there were waffles!

Oh hai Cindy! Our first visit from beyond the grave! Eee! XD

Cindy: Boo! My grandson is such a loser!! Booooooo!

I see she’s just as mean as she ever was.

Chris: So grandma, since you’re back from the dead and all, how about a bed time story?

Cindy: I guess old Grimm wouldn’t mind if I told you a story from the Netherworld…

Umm… lets NOT give the children nightmares. K’ thanks.

Ryan: Ewww… ectoplasm… gross

Cindy: How rude! I am not secreting ectoplasm you fool.

Harsh Cindy, just harsh.

Luckily Cindy read him a nice bedtime story and he drifted off to sleep almost instantly. That’s one less kid for Kenneth to worry about!

Poor Ben, he still doesn’t sleep in his own bed. At least he finds somewhere to take a proper nap and doesn’t pass out.

So I had thought Mckenna glitched like Kenneth did. However, I later realized Mr. Freezer Bunny Gnome had popped up in front of the door and was preventing her from leaving. I’m tempted to sell the Gnomes when they do stuff like that.

Ben also has his old trusty sleeping bag so he often sleeps in random places with it. I don’t really worry about him anymore. In the end Ben will be Ben. 😉

Kenneth is still trying to complete his LTW in time. I swear, he gets hardly any time to himself.

Kenneth: Maybe if someone didn’t have me cleaning the house and reading kids to sleep all the time I’d actually accomplish something!

Trrrrruuuuuuuuue… but I’d rather not have any more fails.

Family Update! Anakin is having a second kid with Lina! I can’t wait to see if it’s a boy or a girl! (P.S. I finally got pictures of Lina and her daughter, as well as Pansy (Frankie’s wife) and her son.)

This is why I don’t let the kids go over to friend’s houses…

Chris: Hey mister, can you read me a bedtime story?

Mr. Scientist Dude: Um, who are you again?

Paramedic Girl: I’m sorry, he just randomly followed me home…

At least Kim was somewhat productive at her friend’s house.

Kim: Yo, nerd. What’s the value of x for the equation 17x + (-12) = 114 + 3x?

Nerdy Kid (I never write down their names): Um… x would equal…. 9.

Kim: Perfect…

And she’s supposed to be the smart one. Well actually, that is pretty smart. Befriend the smart kids and get all the homework answers. XD

Ryan: I was thinking, we should do a family photo shoot sometime. You know, so we can have a big box of photos to look at and see how beautiful you are before you get all old and wrinkled like dad.

Sun Young: Oh! Um, how uh, thoughtful dear. (I don’t want to grow old and wrinkled.) ‘-.-

At least the kid’s heart is in the right place… I think…

Eventually, Chris got his bedtime story. But there was no way he was staying at a stranger’s house overnight.

Kim was left to her own devices basked in a glowing yellow light. Alright, time to get you two back home. Kenneth, please call your children home, I am beginning to fear for their safety.

Uh, Ben?

Ben: Yes? What is it?

Where did the other half of your body go?

Ben: Part of the crew… part of the ship…

Alright… I’m just going to leave you alone now…

More bedtime stories! As you can see the kids constantly switch beds. It’s a little annoying.

Ben: TOOOOOT!!! Guess what time it is Lee?!

Lee: Father, please remove yourself from my personal space. You are covering me in your spittle.

Ben: It’s your birthday! TOOOOOOT!

Oh great. Lee got Unstable locked in to go along with Easily Impressed, Absent-Minded, and Hot-Headed. Give him the Insane trait and he’d be the kookiest of them all. Oh well. 🙂

And here is Teen Lee! He looks a bit like a Frankie clone (considering Ben fathered both of them I’m not surprised) so I’m hoping the surfer hair will give him his own look. 😀

That’s it for this chapter! Next chapter will hopefully see the Kooks move to a new town, keyword hopefully. 😉

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SCORECARD

-10 Dog sitter
-20 Fire
-60 Self urination
-95 Passing out
+35 Birth
+10 Twin Birth
+30 Skill Challenge
+15 Honour Roll
+20 Max Skill
+40 Completed LTW
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-35 Total Points

Chapter 2.12

Last time the family mourned the loss of Cindy in the kooky fashion this family is known for. And by that I mean losing as many points in one chapter as possible. Now that we’re in negative points lets see if we can start gaining points again.

Damn it Ryan! I said gain points! (-5 points)

At least I got this cheery popup. Frankie finally found someone to marry him!

Chris decides to tell ghost stories to thin air in the middle of a storm. I can deal.

Riiiiight… no more scary TV for you.

So apparently I put Cindy’s grave in the perfect spot for a puddle. It was totally unintentional.

Kenneth: Hail to the mighty King!

Chris: Bow before me my loyal subject!

Um, Bonehilda? Why are you eating? It’s not like you need to eat…

Oh look! Family! It’s Kenneth’s birthday so we gathered the family up to celebrate! As you can see they promptly route failed at the front door. PS the girl with the dark hair is a party crasher, so I blame her.

Birthday time! Blow out the candles Kenneth!

Kenneth: Do I have to?

Yes, this is a birthday party. You get to be an old man now!

You look totally overjoyed Lee. At least Hannah is in the birthday spirit. Her dad, Anakin, is just outside those doors. Why? Because he’s Anakin.

This lovely lady is Lina Lancaster, the mother of Anakin’s second child. At some point I will get pictures of their daughter.

Party Crasher: Boo! Anakin sucks! He’s so old and lame!

No one asked you pigtails! Go home!

Ben: Yay! Birthday time! Get in the spirit Lee!

Um guys? I wouldn’t be cheering if I were you…

Kenneth: Man I’m tired. All this partying is wearing me out.

Crowd of people: Yay! Yippie! Wahoo! Yah!

EXCUSE ME! DOES NO ONE NOTICE THERE IS A CHILD ON FIRE?!?!?

OH-EM-GEE!!! *frantic clicking on Kenneth to make him put out fire* Why aren’t you doing anything!?

Kenneth: I could go for a quick nap. Maybe that will perk me up.

Chris: It’s getting kinda warm in here.

Ben: *screams like a little girl* AHHH! Fire! There’s a fire!

SOMEONE PUT CHRIS OUT! PLEEEEEEEAAAAASE!

Kenneth: Oh-em-gee, there’s a fire!

Thanks tips! Now put your son out!

Ben: The flame! It’s too hot! I can’t watch!

Ryan: Where’s Uncle Frankie! He’ll know what to do!

Kenneth: I found a fire extinguisher!

Good! Now use it! *chews on nails nervously watching the scene unfold*

Pansy: Yah! Fire!

You are way too happy about this! I no longer like you as Frankie’s wife. 😡

Frankie: Oh cool, it’s a fire. 🙂

Gah! Stop admiring the flames and help save your nephew!!

Chris: Whew, glad that’s over!

You may not be on fire anymore but the rest of the house is! Come on guys! Put it out!

I see you’re being less than useful Anakin. Thanks for finally finding a door and joining us. *facepalm*

Kenneth: Why’d it stop working?

Frankie: Weird, mine stopped too.

Noooo… I don’t want the Kooks to die by fiery death. 😥

Well that was enough excitement for one day. Thank you Frankie for coming to everyone’s rescue. (-5 points)

Pansy: Haha! You’re son is burnt to a crisp!

I dislike you! Go home!

Kenneth: All this excitement is too much for an old guy like me. Frankie, take your wife home. I’m going to bed.

News flash Kenneth, you never aged up.

Ryan: I’m hungry. When are we having cake?

Chris: I’m so tired I could go to sleep right here.

No more fails! Ryan, there is no cake! Chris, go to bed!

Awe, the poor kid is so tired he goes to bed before having a shower.

And promptly wakes up to wet himself! (-5 points)

Um, what are you doing?

Kenneth: Nothing.

Riiight… you still need to age up.

Kenneth: Do I have to?

YES!!

Let’s try this one more time. With everyone standing as far back as possible.

Ben: He’s going to set himself on fire this time.

Ben! Don’t say such things! :O

Mckenna: Whoo! Go dad! *TOOT!*

Kim: Really? We’re doing this again?

Kenneth: Yay! *Clap, clap, clap*

Ben: Wait for it…

Shut up Ben!

Kenneth: Awe, no fire?

That’s not a bad thing!

Then I get these popups. Kenneth glitched… again. *facepalm*

Kenneth: Hello! Watcher! I can’t seem to go there!

Ok everyone, you can stop cheering now. He’s not going to age up. *Sigh*

So Kenneth. You’ve decided to glitch my game eh?

Kenneth: Yup! *stretch* Ah, all in a day’s work. 🙂

I hate you.

Kenneth: I’ve been glitchy since I was a teen. Not my fault.

*Sigh* (So this is the part where Kenneth is stuck and can’t do anything. I tell him to go places but he route fails constantly and wont do anything autonomously. I tried many differently things, and tried reseting him, everything. But nothing worked. He even disappeared at one point. Eventually I made an exact clone and used mastercontroller to put his skills, relationships, family tree, LTH rewards and points back to where they were for the original Kenneth. Now glitched Kenneth is no more.)

The next day the kids head off to school while I make the switch with their dad. Chris has still not had a shower.

Why hello, Kenneth 2.0! Are you finally going to age up?

Kenneth: Why are you calling me 2.0?

No reason. Carry on. 😀

Chris: Hey dad. Look, I’m back to normal! Why are you sparkling?

Kenneth: Here goes nothing…

Kenneth: Hey! This isn’t so bad!

Chris: Cool hair dad! It’s just like Grandpa’s!

I am proud to finally present Elderly Kenneth Kook! Even in old age he is still very handsome!

Who ya callin’?

Kenneth: I’m an old geezer now so I’m not working another day of my life away.

Kenneth: *on phone* Hey boss! *pause* Yah it’s me, Kenneth. *pause* Why would my voice sound different? *pause* Well anyway, I’m an old guy now so I’ll be retiring. 😀 *click*

At least it’s better than $0, and better than what Cindy got as a pension.

Mckenna: Whoo! Awesome dad! Now you can sit around the house all day and be a lazy bum!

Kenneth: Mckenna, stop throwing confetti in my face.

Mckenna: Whoo! Confetti!

Well that’s it for this chapter! I just have to say, I’m glad Kenneth’s birthday is over. Now we get to look forward to kid birthdays! There will also be a torch holder vote up once Kim is a teen!

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SCORECARD

-10 Dog sitter
-20 Fire
-60 Self urination
-95 Passing out
+35 Birth
+10 Twin Birth
+30 Skill Challenge
+15 Honour Roll
+20 Max Skill
+40 Completed LTW
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-35 Total Points

Chapter 2.11

The Kooks are back, but it is anything but happy times for this family. Last chapter saw the passing of Cindy Kook, and even though she may not have been the best parent at times (especially to the alien children of the household) she is dearly missed.

Ben: The love of my life is gone! What will I do?!

Sun Young: She was a good woman at heart. I’m sad I didn’t get to spend more time with her.

Lee: I’m sad even though she pretended I didn’t exist half the time. I’m sad that pops is sad really.

In their grief, these three stay in the bathroom crying for most of the day. They weren’t ready to let go.

Grimm hung around the house for a bit yelling at plants…

Grimm: Do you know who I am lettuce plant? I am DEATH! Now move out of my way and let me pass to the Netherworld!

Then Mckenna heard the sad news.

Dusty: Your grandma passed, just thought I’d update you. I’m off to chew the furniture now.

Mckenna: That is so sad! She’s actually gone?! *cries hysterically*

Back to the bathroom crowd…

Sun Young: I… I can’t… *sniff, hiccup* this is just so sad!

Lee: The more I think about it the sadder I am! *cries hysterically while blocking the door*

Ben: Poor kid, he loved his grandma after all. Now move! I want out of this horrible place!

Give the kid a moment Ben! Give him a hug or something!

It seems Kim hasn’t yet realized what happened. I blame the brainwashing IF doll.

Now the family REALLY starts to fall apart. Ben kicks of the point deduction marathon by passing out (-5 points).

Ben: *sleep talking* No Grimm! Give my wife back! *snore*

Kim: What?! Grandma’s gone?! When?! How?! Why didn’t someone tell me?! *cries hysterically*

Poor kid. 😦 This family needs better communication.

Lee is second in the points deduction marathon. Apparently he is so distraught he can’t move five steps to the toilet to go pee (-5 points).

Since Cindy didn’t get a fancy urn she was moved outside where her gravestone looked nicer. And now she’ll always be surrounded by pretty flowers.

Kenneth came home to a complete train wreak. Have fun buddy.

Ben: Son, there’s no easy way to say this. Grimm stole your mother from us!

Kim: Daddy I’m so tired! But I’m too upset to sleep!

Kenneth: This is why I don’t go out. I come back and the family has fallen apart. I must stay strong! Kim, go to bed, now. You need sleep. Father, you too. All this excitement isn’t good for your health.

Way to be the man, Kenneth. Although, you could show a little sadness for your mother passing.

I take it back, he went and cried like a baby at her grave.

Kenneth: Nooooooo! Mom, why’d you have to leave us!? I must be strong for my kids but I’ll cry for you when I’m alone!

Kim decides to ignore her father’s push to get some rest and instead stands in the kitchen crying until she has an accident (-5 points). Way to go kid, you’re third in the point deduction marathon.

Kim: I’m so embarrassed right now! I don’t know what to do anymore! This is all too much for my young mind to handle!

Ben: When the going gets tough, the tough… um… *faints*

Of course, Ben is determined to win the marathon by losing the most points (-5 points).

Sun Young: That’s odd, there is a foul smell in the air…

Maybe if you didn’t stand in pee puddles instead of cleaning them up you wouldn’t be smelling things.

Sung Young: This stench, it’s too much. *faints*

Looks like she’s decided to hop on the point deduction band wagon (-5 points). I hate you all right now.

Mckenna: I’m so tired but I have to pee so bad! What do I do first?!

So she danced a little jig and made a puddle (-5 points).

Mckenna: Looks like that’s taken care of, I’ll just head to bed.

Go take a shower! You’re disgusting! All of you! 😡

At least one of them eventually made it to bed. Take notes from Lee everyone! There are beds available, now use them instead of the floor!

Ben, you have not moved from this spot since you came upstairs. Quit passing out and making puddles and move away from the fridge! (-5 points)

Ben: My grief is so horrible I just can’t function anymore!

Yes you can! There are three bathrooms in this house, go use one!

Sun Young did manage to find one of the three washrooms in this house. Maybe pass the knowledge along to the rest of the family, k?

Kenneth decides to ignore all the chaos around him and focus on his sons. He starts with a very serious Ryan and teaching him how to walk.

Dusty: Did you hear the news? Your grandma just passed away!

Lee: Why did you have to remind me? I was there when it happened! My heart breaks every time I think about it!

Dusty: Tough break kid. I’m outta here.

Lee: Grandma… *sobs*

Chris: They’ll never find me in here! Hehe!

Of course, Chris and Ryan are too young to understand why the family is falling to pieces. Oh the life of a toddler, full and sunshine, rainbows, and lollipops.

I just… I don’t even… like really Kim?! She must be competing for first place against Ben (-5 points).

Even though their lives are chaos, life must go on. And that means school for the kids even though they are moments away from passing out, loosing control of their bladders, or starving. Actually, maybe school will help them a bit.

Sun Young also manages to find her bed. The rest of the family should follow her example and realize they can’t just stop, they have to move forward and time will heal their hearts.

Or not… I’m afraid the strain has just been too much for dear old Ben. He has lost all will to function (-5 points).

Since the family can’t even take care of their most basic needs (sleep, toilet, etc.) Kenneth hired Bonehilda to help clean up the place. Please don’t glitch my game Bonehilda.

Ben: You are in big trouble young lady! I know you skipped school and came home to sleep and bathe! You are grounded!

Mckenna: But Grandpa! I was going to pass out so I came home! The school said I could!

Ben: That is no excuse!

Lighten up Ben! The poor kid needs to tend to her needs. Let her go inside.

On another note, there may be dirty toilets and smelly dishes, but oh no, Bonehilda starts by putting away all the pet toys. Because the place isn’t clean unless the pet toys are put away. *facepalm*

See what I mean? The toilets are disgusting, yet pet toys seem to be more of an issue of cleanliness.

Salem: Hey! I think there’s something living down here!

That’s just gross.

Then she decides to fix the computer that has been broken forever. Never mind the toilets, the dirty dishes, the disgusting counters, that broken computer needs fixing now!

I caught you Ben! Thought you could take a quick dirt nap without me knowing, eh? (-5 points)

Ben: You saw nothing!

I honestly think we won’t have any points left by the end of this chapter. 😦

And the marathon continues (-5 points). I believe Ben is still in the lead, followed by Kim in second place, and now Lee in third.

Yep, Kim is in second place, quickly closing in on Ben for first! (-5 points)

Sun Young: Kim, you need to go to bed. Stop asking for bedtime stories and just go to sleep!

Dusty: You ain’t got nothing on Master Ben, kid! Ha! He’s the champion of losing points!

Lee: I can’t take it! I miss her so much!

Kenneth focuses on teach Chris how to talk. Poor guy can’t even deal with the rest of his family.

At least Chris learned his last skill!

I think Kim has just about caught up to Ben in the point deduction marathon (-5 points).

Bonehilda: Ma’am, your child is passed out…

Sun Young: Yah, she’s been doing that all day. Just leave her be and get cleaning those toilets.

Bonehilda: Yes ma’am.

Lee: You stink. Maybe you should go have a bath.

Kim: Yah? Well you’re a loser for doing homework. Who does homework during a time of grief and sadness?

Lee: I need to get out of this place. Maybe I’ll go find a nice pond, go for a swim, maybe fish a little…

Mckenna: Maybe you’ll drown in it and then we can all cry over you too.

Kim: How can you both be so calm and joke about things! Our dear, sweet, loving grandmother just passed away!

Mckenna: Um, I don’t know if you were old enough to know what was going on, but that old hag hated us because we’re aliens. I’m over it.

Ben: I can’t do it. I can’t go downstairs. She passed away down there.

I’m here for you Ben. Go steal one of the beds upstairs, it’s not like any of the kids are using theirs.

Still teaching toddler skills I see. At least Kenneth is keeping himself busy.

Mckenna: RAWR!! I’m the Grimm Reaper!

Ben: AHH! No! My time is up!

Mckenna! It is not nice to scare old men half to death! You evil child, go kick a gnome or something!

Mckenna: Hahahahahaha! Your reaction was priceless! Later gramps, I’ve gotta pee.

Ben: *panting* I… I nearly had a… a heart attack. Whew! That kid’s got issues!

You’re telling me! I have to keep an eye on Mckenna.

Family Update! Frankie and Pansy are getting married! (For some reason I thought this already happened. Oops.)

Sparkle butt! That can only mean one thing!

Ryan got Photographer’s Eye to go along with Easily Impressed and Insane. My guess is he’s going to take really good pictures of really weird, simple things. 🙂

Birthday time! But seriously, what is with this outfit? Why are the Into the Future EP clothes the default birthday clothes?

More sparkle butts!

Ryan: I’m choking on a sparkle! Help!

Brace, Disciplined, and Insane… hmmmm, doesn’t that sound like someone we already know? This kid is a chip off the old block.

Chris: Ha! I’m still the cute one!

Ryan: No you’re not! *pouts*

Okay you two, you’re both gonna be cuties once I’m done your makeovers so stop fighting.

First up is Ryan! He seems to suit the faux hawk. 🙂

Next up is Chris! I spent forever deciding on a hairstyle for him, but I think I like it. 🙂

What’s this? More sparkles?

So now Mckenna is an Evil Genius who Loves the Cold and is a Perfectionist. Great. 

Mckenna aged up to a teen all alone in the dark garden. That’s what you get for being evil to everyone!

The aliens in my game actually turn out pretty. I wish I could have kept her childhood hair, but this one looks great on her so that’s fine.

That’s it for this chapter! Ben lost us a grand total of 25 points this chapter so I’m naming him King of the Point Deduction Marathon. Kim came in second by losing us 20 points. Lee, Mckenna, and Sun Young lost us yet another 20 points combined. At this rate we’ll never be in positive numbers again!

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SCORECARD

-10 Dog sitter
-15 Fire
-55 Self urination
-90 Passing out
+35 Birth
+10 Twin Birth
+30 Skill Challenge
+15 Honour Roll
+20 Max Skill
+40 Completed LTW
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-20 Total Points