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Barbie Legacy: Barbie Settles into College Life

The first semester officially starts on Monday, so Barbie spent most of the weekend getting a head start on all the work. This semester, Barbie only has one final paper and final exams for the rest of her classes, so she focused on getting all her homework done and working on the rough draft for the essay. Meanwhile, her siblings played all weekend 😆

Charlie did sit with Barbie while she worked on her rough draft for a while, and Stevie tried to lift her spirits (and distract her) with his usual antics while she worked on homework. Because Barbie got so much scholarship money and she's taking classes from home, she's essentially getting paid to go to school, which is pretty awesome.

Honestly, Barbie's got this in the bag. She's not doing a full roster and decided to take a mixology elective to infuse some fun into things, so she's feeling good so far.

Other than that, Barbie's been enjoying the occasional jog or a yoga session, which is helping her remain in control of all the stress of being a young teen in college. We'll have to see how things continue once classes officially begin.

Being an overachiever doesn't mean Barbie doesn't deal with typical teen woes, though! She's had her first bout of acne, but she's coping as well as she can. It hasn't seemed to affect her self-esteem too much, but only time will tell in the future. Growing up is tough! Barbie knows all about it.

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And if you missed it: the kids just experienced their official first day of school over at @fontenotlegacy! It's a small update, but the first of many more to come on the new dedicated blog! Feel free to check it out and catch up on the family's story!

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Barbie Legacy Update: Barbie Graduates Early!

Well, Barbie's high school days ended up being a lot shorter than I expected!

Within about two weeks of Barbie starting high school, I got a random call with the graduate early prompt. I had NO IDEA it could happen this early, but because Barbie is literally a super genius and has been getting straight As fresh out the womb I guess I shouldn't have been that surprised 😆

I teetered with the idea of rejecting it, but since there's not a lot to the challenge involving high school other than joining cheer or football, I just decided to go for it since she had already achieved that. What I didn't know (I only recently bought HSY) is that teens who graduate early can also go to college early! So of course I made Barbie apply to both schools and every scholarship that was available. Since the challenge requires all the siblings to do well in terms of grades and childhood achievements, I can't move Barbie out until she and her siblings reach all of their goals. Plus, she's going to be a teen for quite a while longer, so having her do college courses will give her something to do and make it easier to reach the top of the business career later, which is also required in order to complete Gen 1.

When it came time to check her results, one of her friends was over as well. They opened the letter together, and Barbie made a serious clean sweep! She pretty much got every scholarship she could apply to which was partially surprising; I never expected her to get the E-sports scholarship, but she got it! She also did exceptionally well in terms of degrees she was accepted into, and she's on a serious cloud nine. Looks like this Barbie is going to college!

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Sims 4 Fontenot Legacy - Official Blog!

Hello everyone!

After nearly two years of documenting the Fontenot Legacy, I have decided to dedicate a blog to fully archiving and transitioning the legacy! This will still be my main blog but will focus back on more of my variety of interests as well as casual updates/posts on other sims saves and content.

The new blog is still WIP, but all posts made on this blog have already been reblogged onto @fontenotlegacy. Feel free to catch up on the legacy there and look forward to new posts on that blog from this point forward!

Thank you to anyone who has enjoyed the legacy so far! Hopefully there are many more years with this family to come!

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Sims 4 Fontenot Legacy - Growing and Learning

Robin finds Alma situated underneath a tree, looking over her homework. She's drifted off a little further than allowed, but seeing her confidently look over her brings a smile to Robin's face that erases any other lecture he might've given her.

Robin: Well well, look what we've got here!

Alma: Just finishing up some problems. No big deal.

Robin: Have you finished all your work?

Alma: Just about!

Robin: Wow! That's awesome, sweetie! You didn't even need any help!

Alma: Help with this stuff? Pah, please. A baby could do this in their sleep.

Audrey: Now that you're finished, we can enjoy the rest of the day together!

Robin: Speaking of which, Auntie Scarlett sent me a message to find her at the other end of the park. Said there's something there to check out.

When the trio arrives, they see a public treehouse with Aunt Scarlett sitting at one of the empty picnic tables. The girls' eyes light up; this treehouse has many more upgrades than theirs, and it's amazing to see.

Audrey: Whoa, Dad, look at this! It's got a whole slide and everything!

Alma: This is so cool! Can we go in?

Robin: Sure. Knock yourselves out.

Audrey ends up climbing up the slide while Alma takes the conventional way up. The moment she gets to the top, she spots another addition to the treehouse and bolts straight there.

Alma: Whoa! It's even got a bell!

Robin: Audrey, be careful!

Alma rings the bell enthusiastically, much to every living creature within 30 feet's torture.

Robin: Alma, that's enough!

Alma: What?!

Robin: I said that's enough!

Alma: This is so cool! Can we get a bell for our treehouse?

Robin: I think your mother would kill me.

Audrey: Can we at least get a slide?

Robin: Let's discuss that later.

Robin lets the girls have a little playtime in the treehouse while he chats with Scarlett, and then the four of them sit down for a meal before packing their things and heading home.

When they get back, Alma makes it a point to show off her work and have her mother "assist" with the last bits of the work. Sigrid is impressed at her aptitude, especially considering Audrey's concerns the day before.

Sigrid makes sure to give her little girl a big hug afterward.

Sigrid: I'm very impressed with you, Alma! You managed all that work very well.

Alma: It's easy, Mom! This school thing is gonna be a piece of cake. Just watch.

Sigrid: Well I hope that's the case for you and your sister. You know Dad and I are always here if you ever need help with anything though, okay?

Alma: Okay.

Sigrid: Well, make sure to get plenty of rest tonight. No chit-chatting with your sister late into the night, you hear me?

Alma: Yes, ma'am.

And that night, everyone makes sure to get a full night's rest to be ready for the big day.

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Sims 4 Fontenot Legacy - Sunday Funday

It's officially Sunday morning and the first day of fall, even though it doesn't feel like it quite yet. But with that, it means it's also the last day before the twins and Juno start school! Juno's enjoying the weekend with his father still, and Sabrina is over at Beau's place, but the rest of the family plans to spend the day together. But first, another bath for a stinky, smelly Ziggy, much to Sigrid's irritation.

Once Ziggy is clean, the family decide to make a visit to Willow Creek Park. Sigrid focuses on wearing Ziggy out with a long walk, Scarlett finds a quiet bench to knit, and Audrey tries her hand at bicycle riding again. This time, her dad is here to give encouragement and advice, but it doesn't decrease her frustrations.

Robin: Alright, Auds, just take it slow and steady, okay?

Audrey: Ugh, why is this so hard?!

Robin: Don't lose your patience. Any skill takes time to build. You've been putting in the work, you'll get it eventually.

Audrey: But I have to learn before Juno gets back!

Robin: No you don't. Don't put so much pressure on yourself. You'll learn on your own timeline. For now, we keep trying. Okay?

Audrey: Ugh... okay.

Robin: Alright. Now make sure to find the proper balance. Let's give it another go.

Where's Alma, you ask? She got permission from her dad to wander off a little farther.

Robin: Not too far, okay missy?

Alma: Yes, sir!

She wanders to the back of the main building, finding a very interesting sight.

Alma: Hmm, what's this? A well?

Alma: Well, only right I make a wish! Hmm...

Alma gives a good thought to what she wants before finally making her decision.

Alma: Okay, magic wishing well. I wish for better grades. That way I can prove to my parents and Audrey that I'm just as smart as her, if not more! Oh, and here's a coin for payment. Sound good? Now do your magic... stuff.

She watches the coin slip down into the well and waits. The coin makes contact, and Alma swears she can hear a bubbling sound coming from the well. She peers in further.

Suddenly, a bright light appears from the well.

Alma: Huh? Is it really working?

She watches in excitement as the light expands and brightens.

Suddenly, there's a bright explosion before everything dissipates again. Alma is left standing there, not exactly sure what just happened but feeling a little luckier.

Alma: Well... guess that's that. Wonder how I know if it worked...

Meanwhile, Robin and Audrey continue working on her biking skill, and when Sigrid isn't looking Ziggy finds a conveniently created puddle to undo all of Sigrid's hard work earlier in the day. It's so shocking that even Mrs. Crumblebottom clutches her pearls.

Sigrid: ZIGGY!!!!

The yell makes Ziggy stop and look over at her.

Sigrid: Bad boy! No playing in puddles! I can't keep constantly bathing you because you refuse to listen! You're going to make me lose my mind!

Sigrid is just venting at this point, but Ziggy seems to get it nonetheless. He learns that maybe his puddle-playing days are over. With that, he gives the saddest little pout and whine to Sigrid, trying to express his remorse. Sigrid sighs. Even though she's frustrated beyond a shadow of a doubt, she can only be but so mad at that face. Curse Ziggy's cute little puppy-dog eyes.

Sigrid: Alright buddy. If you've learned your lesson, I can forgive you. Sound fair?

Ziggy's ears perk back up, and he moves closer for reassurance. Sigrid obliges, kneeling down to give him a scratch.

Sigrid: Okay. Ew, you're still wet...

Sigrid sighs and considers what to do next. She supposes she could just deal with it for the rest of the day, but returning home exhausted and then having to wash Ziggy up before bed does not sound ideal. Not to mention she has to check the girls' work, get them all set for school tomorrow, see about signing them up for scouts...

Sigrid: Well Ziggy, seems like you've spoiled your day out. We're going straight home after a chat with Papa.

Robin: That's it, Auds! Feel the breeze in your hair and the sun on your face and forget that you're even riding in the first place! That's what makes riding fun!

Robin finally notices Sigrid walking up behind him.

Robin: Oh, hi honey. Wha- oh boy.

Sigrid: Tell me about it.

It's Robin's turn to sigh this time.

Robin: Naughty little thing, hmm?

Sigrid: I just washed him this morning too. I swear, it feels like all I ever do is chase this dog around. "Don't do this, don't eat that, don't play with this." I'm losing my mind.

Robin: The growing pains of raising a dog. It won't always be like this.

Sigrid: I know. Just reminding me to recall the hard parts of infancy and toddlerhood for the girls, too. Erases any baby fever creeping up on me instantly.

Robin: Okay, I get the picture. Well, at any rate, I'm sure you gave him a stern talking-to.

Sigrid: I think he's learned his lesson this time. At any rate, I'm gonna take him home.

Robin: Really?

Sigrid: Yeah, just better that I take care of this now rather than later. You've got the girls?

Robin: Of course. Auds and I are still busy with our lesson, and Alma is close by. I saw her walk off behind the main building.

Sigrid: Alright. Well, see you all at home.

Robin: See you at home, honey.

Robin makes sure to give her a kiss before she and Ziggy are off.

Audrey ends up getting off the bike shortly after.

Audrey: Okay, I think I'm done for the day.

Robin: Great work, babygirl! You're really starting to get the hang of things.

Audrey: I don't feel like it. Riding a bike is a lot harder than I thought.

Robin: It may be hard now, but one day you'll be riding circles all around me without even thinking about it. And when that day comes, you won't even remember how hard it feels now. You'll just be happy with your newfound freedom. Just imagine it! You'll be able to ride all over the neighborhood after school, and you'll probably end up being the first of your three kids to learn, so you can help the others too! I'm sure Juno would love to hear some pointers from you in exchange for using his bike.

Audrey kicks at the dirt and sighs dramatically.

Audrey: I guess...

Robin: Don't give up, Auds. I'm here to help you through it all. You'll get it eventually, and we'll make sure to celebrate big when that day comes. Okay?

Audrey perks up a little.

Audrey: Okay.

Robin: Good. Now, let's go find your sister.

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Sims 4 Fontenot Legacy - Saturday Night Studies

While the adults are out on their date, Alma and Audrey are having a different kind of Saturday night.

Audrey is hard at work on her presentation for the first day of school. It's a simple book report just to introduce the kids to each other and get to know everyone, but Audrey takes it very seriously. She even asks Auntie Scarlett to use her desk in order to fully concentrate.

Of course, that doesn't stop her sister from making an entrance.

Alma: Hey, Auds! What are you doing in here?

Audrey: Just finishing up my homework. That way I can enjoy Sunday stress-free! It's the last day before school starts, after all!

Alma: Ah, school schmool. It's just a rabbithole. How hard could it be?

Audrey: Well I still want to be prepared. How far have you gotten with your work?

Alma: It's coming along.

Audrey: Is it? You know Mom's gonna check it tomorrow.

Alma: I'll get it done! You doubt me?

Audrey: I doubt you'll concentrate long enough to finish it.

Alma: Dang! You could've at least lied a little!

The two laugh.

Audrey: Just don't put it off. You know Mom won't be happy if you do.

Alma: Sis, you really overreact! This homework is a piece of cake! I can get it done in my sleep.

Audrey: So you say.

Alma: I mean it! I'll go get some done right now!

Audrey: Well, go find somewhere else to work so I don't have to hear the cogs in your head turning.

Alma: Ha ha.

Audrey: Good luck!

Alma does indeed find a quiet spot to try her hand at the work.

Alma: Okay, let's see what's this all about. Eight of Grim's pets aren’t cowplants, five aren’t crows, and seven aren’t axolotls. How many pets does he have? Hmm...

The moments tick by. More. And more. The words seem to all mush themselves on the page. Alma does really try to work through it.

Alma: Maybe if... no. Oh, what if.... no.

The longer she sits there staring at it, the harder it seems to be to understand.

Alma: I need a break.

And there's a perfect companion to enjoy a break with.

Alma: Okay, buddy. Let's try to teach you some skills, yeah? Now, sit.

Ziggy, surprisingly, responds to the command on the first try.

Alma: Wha- that worked?! Alright, Ziggy! You might just be the smartest dog on the planet! Now let's see if you can do it again, yeah?

After some time, Audrey successfully finishes her own work. She feels really confident about herself and looking forward to enjoying the rest of her weekend the way she wants to. Of course, she can only imagine what her sister's progress looks like. Still, she has to know for herself.

Audrey: This doesn't look like doing your homework.

Alma: I'm taking a break. Ziggy's doing some learning right now. Show her boy! Sit!

Again, Ziggy does manage to obey the command.

Alma: See? He's a genius! Just wait until I can get him jumping through hoops! Maybe we can start a circus!

Audrey: There's no circus DLCs. Did you read too much about the Sims 1?

Alma: Aww, come on, Auds! Have a little imagination!

Audrey: I do! It's what helped me finish my book report!

Alma: Ugh, did you come down here just to annoy me?

Audrey: Alma, if you need help I can give you a hand. It's no problem.

Alma: I don't need help! I'm just... taking a break. I'll get it done.

Audrey: If Mom finds out--

Alma: Mom won't find out unless you tell her. You gonna be a tattletale?

Audrey sighs. For as much bickering as they do, it's obvious that Audrey cares for her sister deeply. She doesn't want her to fall behind and she doesn't want her to get in trouble. Alma loves Audrey too, she just expresses that love differently.

Alma: I'm gonna keep working with Ziggy. Come on boy, let's do it again, kay?

Audrey doesn't say anything more. After a while, she hears the front door unlock and soft chatter. Sigrid and Robin are back from their date.

Robin: Man, what a night, huh?

Sigrid: Definitely. Bed is callin' me, for sure.

Robin: Let's go see what the girls are up to first.

Audrey greets them.

Robin: Well, hey there missy! Were you waiting up for us?

Audrey: I heard you coming in.

Sigrid: It's a little past your bedtime, but since it's your last night before an official school night I'll let you bend the rules a bit.

Robin: Good to see you, sweetpea. Missed you.

Sigrid: So how was your evening?

Audrey: I finished my book report.

Sigrid: You did? Wonderful! I'll be sure to check it out tomorrow, okay? I'm sure it's wonderful.

Audrey: I worked really hard on it. I think it turned out well.

Robin: That's awesome, honey. Where's your sister?

Audrey: Um, she's training Ziggy.

Robin: Training?

Audrey: Teaching him how to sit.

Sigrid: Wow! How's that coming?

Audrey: She got him to do it a couple times.

Robin: So awesome to hear. Now you girls can start splitting up the chores for him. Walking him, cleaning up after him, filling his food bowl...

Sigrid: Well that's a chat for another day. For now, it's late, and it's up to bed with you.

Audrey can't hold it in.

Audrey: Mom, Dad... I think Alma's having some trouble with her work.

Robin: Oh?

Audrey: Yeah, and she won't let me help her. She didn't me to tell you, but I don't want her to fall behind, and she keeps saying she's going to finish it, and--

Sigrid: Okay.

Robin and Audrey: Okay?

Sigrid: She has one more day to work on it. We'll discuss it. Don't worry, Auds.

Audrey: Okay... just don't tell her I told you, okay?

Sigrid: Of course, honey. Now, bedtime.

After getting the kids into bed, the two adults retire to their bedroom.

Robin: Ah... well, that was interesting.

Sigrid: Tell me about it.

Robin: Are we really not going to talk to Alma about her homework?

Sigrid: We will. I just want to give her a little more time. If she's not done by the afternoon, we'll step in.

Robin: You sure?

Sigrid: It sounds like she's begun. I want her to have the freedom to get it done on her own timeline until it's obvious she needs the extra support. I don't want her to feel embarrassed. She's so proud. She won't ask for help easily.

Robin: That is very true.

Sigrid: Let's not worry just yet. At any rate, I want to enjoy the rest of our night off as much as possible.

Robin: Right. Speaking of which...

Robin pulls the classic move. Sigrid seems to be into it.

Sigrid: Ah, just what I needed.

Robin: I really did have fun with you today.

Sigrid: Same. You looked good behind that turntable.

Robin: I always forget how much you admire my creative side.

Sigrid: You're the talent between the two of us. I'm sure I sounded like a screaming banshee during karaoke.

Robin: Aww, come on, you weren't that bad.

Sigrid: You're in love with me. I don't trust your judgment.

Robin laughs.

Robin: Shouldn't you trust my judgment more since I'm in love with you?

Sigrid: So you're not lying to me?

Robin opens his mouth, but he can't get himself to say it. Sigrid laughs.

Sigrid: Figures.

Robin: I still love you, even if you can't sing.

Sigrid: Gee. Thanks.

Robin: I can't believe Sabrina and Beau just ditched us like that, though.

Sigrid: I can. They're so in love, Juno's at his dad's, and Beau's got his own apartment. Perfect recipe for a salacious sleepover.

Robin: What a concept. I like how our night's going.

Sigrid: So do I. Can't wait to slip into bed, hold hands, and knock out. I'm exhausted.

Robin: So am I.

Sigrid: I love you. I love this life. Just being a simple, married couple, taking care of our girls. There's no place I'd rather be than right here.

Robin: I feel the same way.

Sigrid: Good. Now let's get changed and go to bed.

Robin: Yes ma'am. But first, a quick goodnight kiss?

Sigrid: I think I can manage that.

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Another ending.

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Sims 4 Fontenot Legacy - Saturday Night Fever

With Juno at his dad's and time dwindling down for Robin and Sigrid to have a live-in babysitter, Sabrina, Beau, Robin, and Sigrid have a little double-date moment. They go to the local karaoke spot which is kinda dead since they got there around 7, but they make the best of it!

Beau: It's so nice that all four of us get some time out together! Next time we have to bring the gang.

Sabrina: For sure! Hard to get everyone together with differing schedules, plus Nyla and Alex not always able to get a babysitter for Roddy. We luck out since Marquise and I aren't together.

Beau: Well I'm sure Juno is having even more fun than us four tonight.

Sabrina: Pfft, you think?

Beau: Oh yeah! Two bachelors in an apartment all by themselves? Perfect recipe for the ultimate rager!

Sabrina: The only rager Juno better be participating in is getting chocolate wasted on some ice cream, beating his father in Don't Wake the Llama, and getting in bed by 9.

Beau: Aww, no late nights on a weekend?

Sabrina: Gotta get him used to a proper sleep schedule before school starts.

Beau: Guess that's why you're the parent and not me.

After watching a few performances of varying levels of skill, the couples try their hand at belting out a few tunes. First up: Robin and Sigrid!

Fun fact: While Robin is a fairly decent singer, Sigrid can't hold a tune to save her life. 😅 They had fun though, and that's what matters.

Next up was Beau and Sabrina. If you thought Sigrid was bad, you should have heard these two together. Poor Sabrina did not inherit their mother's musical talent. 🤣 The best part was truly how much they committed to the whole thing, and they were in perfect sync with each other.

Sabrina: Whew! Man, that was actually really fun.

Beau: I know right? We were electric. Then again, you're always the best partner, so of course we'd kill it.

Sabrina: Ditto. Best team ever!

Meanwhile...

Sigrid: Having fun?

Robin stuffs his mouth with complimentary bread.

Robin: Hmm? Oh yeah, it's great!

Sigrid laughs.

Sigrid: Hey, I heard there's a DJ table upstairs. Why don't you give us a little performance?

Robin: A performance? I mean, it's been a while since I even practiced...

Sigrid: Aww, come on! For old-time's sake? Who knows when we'll get another free evening like this again.

Robin: Well...

It doesn't take long for Robin to agree and get behind the table, starting up the tunes like he last performed yesterday. It's a small crowd, but Sigrid is his biggest fan anyway, and she's all he cares about.

Sigrid isn't the only one smitten with their man though...

Sabrina: Well, this has been nice, hasn't it?

Beau: It has. I always like our weekend dates.

Sabrina: Me too. Living in different towns, busy between your job and my restaurant, being able to meet up like this is nice.

Beau: It won't always be like this. One day, we'll be under the same roof. You'll be making Juno and I try all your new recipes for the restaurant while I demolish him in Blicblock.

Sabrina: That does sound pretty nice. Just as long as you also make sure he finishes his homework before playtime.

Beau: Oh, of course. I'm the best teacher. He'll never have trouble with me around.

Sabrina: You're a good influence on him. He really does look up to you. He thinks you're the coolest, next to his dad.

Beau: That's good to hear. I care about him. I also really care about his super awesome parent.

Sabrina: Oh do you?

Beau: Yeah. They're kind of the love of my life. No big deal.

Sabrina Those are some strong words.

Beau: Well these are some strong feelings.

Sabrina: Well, I have some pretty strong feelings of my own. Maybe we should express these feelings, in private.

Beau: Think we can slip away from Robin and Sigrid?

Sabrina: Oh, that old married couple? Their bedtime is earlier than Juno's these days. I'm sure they won't mind.

Beau laughs.

Beau: I'm gonna tell Robin you said that.

Sabrina: Not if you want to get lucky.

The two say their goodbyes to Sigrid and Robin and slip off to Beau's place. They never make it past the living room. Even after all these years, their passion for each other is just as strong as it was in college. They just have to navigate living in different towns and worrying about bedtimes. Sabrina may have been giving Robin and Sigrid shit, but they're just as in love with their partner as they are.

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Barbie Legacy Update

Barbie's pregnancy went by very quickly. This is probably due to already having to care for three kids, work her part-time job, perform household tasks, and nurture her marriage, but it really seems like it flew by!

Barbie successfully had her baby and added the fourth (AND FINAL) member to the family. Meet Marlie!

Barbie also spent quality time with the oldest of the brood. Little Barbie's last childhood days went normally and quietly, and before anyone knew it was time for her to age up.

And age up she did! She had a small party at home with some other children and her best friend who had already aged up.

The two best friends commemorated the event with a selfie! Little Barbie is not so little anymore!

She wasn't the only one to age up, though! Of course, the newborn phase goes by in a flash, and Marlie aged into an infant. He's now settling into his new room (Charlie's old room) and learning new skills every day.

And as Barbie is now a teenager, portions of the challenge for Gen 2 begins! This starts with beginning high school and joining the cheer team!

After pink-ifying her locker and taking a commemorative first day of school selfie, Barbie settled into her classes and had a pretty good first day.

She talked to Sidney and got her first pair of pom-poms, and has been enjoying being part of the team!

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Sims 4 Fontenot Legacy - Summer Haze

The twins have been spending the rest of their summer in different ways. Alma has been playing a lot in the treehouse, letting her imagination soar. On the other hand, Audrey is determined to learn to ride. It's not as easy as it looks, but a newly aged-up friend has been keeping her company.

While Audrey practices outside and Ziggy offers... support, Sabrina chats with Juno before he's off to his dad's for the weekend.

Sabrina: Are you sure it's okay that Audrey uses your bike? You've barely gotten a chance to practice riding because of her.

Juno: I'll learn eventually. I'm going over Dad's anyway.

Sabrina: Sure, but you guys might go to the park or something. Might be nice to have. If you're afraid of telling her no, I can always be the bad sim.

Juno: Bibi, it's okay, really. Maybe she can learn while I'm gone, and then I can have it back after so I can learn!

Sabrina sighs.

Sabrina: Oh Junebug, you've got such a big heart.

Sabrina: Well anyway, all set for your dad's? Packed your bags?

Juno: Yes.

Sabrina: Didn't forget your underwear, did you?

Juno: Bibiiiiiiii!

Sabrina laughs.

Sabrina: Hey, just checking! It's what parents do!

Juno: I'm used to this now. I got this.

Sabrina: I better not hear your dad had to make an emergency run to the store to buy you anything you forgot then, okay?

Juno nods.

Sabrina: Alright, I'll cool off. So, given any more thought to joining the scouts?

Juno: I told the twins I'd think about it over the weekend.

Sabrina: Ooh. Leave them in mystery.

Juno: Did you ever join the scouts?

Sabrina: No, it never really appealed to me. I was busy with my sports. It's what me and Grandma bonded over. You know she was once a professional soccer player.

Juno: Yeah, and you both played soccer in university, blah blah blah,

Sabrina: Dang! Do I talk about it that much?

Juno: Maybe once or twice.

The duo giggles.

Sabrina: Well even though I never did scouting myself, that doesn't mean I don't see the value in it. You can learn a variety of different skills, build character, and of course bond with the twins and other kids in the troop. It could be good for you. Figure out what you like.

Juno: Yeah, that all sounds nice.

Sabrina: ...Is there something that worries you about it?

Juno: Well... I guess I'm worried I won't like it.

Sabrina: Why?

Juno: I don't know. Maybe I'm just not meant to be a scout or something.

Sabrina: You worried you won't make any friends?

Juno: No.

Sabrina: You worried you won't earn any badges?

Juno: ...Maybe a little.

Sabrina: Juno, there's more to scouts than just the badges.

Juno: Bibi, earning scout badges is literally the whole point of the club.

Sabrina: But also learning skills and making memories. Even if you didn't get one badge, you'd surely learn a lot about yourself, and you'd make so many memories with the other kids. But you will. And you'll have lots of fun along the way.

Juno: I guess...

Sabrina: You know I'd support you whether you join or not. Don't feel pressured by anyone to make one decision or another. But also, don't make a decision based on fear either. Okay, kiddo?

Juno: Okay. I understand.

Sabrina: Good. I always got your back, Junebug. Through thick and thin.

Juno: Thanks, Bibi.

Meanwhile...

Sigrid: So school is starting soon. Audrey's already on top of her prep schoolwork. How's yours coming along?

Alma: It's coming.

Sigrid: Hmm... well, is there anything I can do to help this come along better?

Alma: Mom, I got this. School will be a piece of cake.

Sigrid: Alma, it's also okay if things get a little tricky and you need help--

Alma: Mom, really, I got it all under control! How can it be so hard? Just go to classes, do my homework, maybe do a project or two and I'll pass with flying colors! Easy!

Sigrid sighs. She knows her daughter -- ever the confident one -- but she also wants to provide her guidance and support. Still, she won't push too much. Not yet.

Sigrid: Well, just promise me you'll try your best and if you need help, you'll come ask for some, okay?

Alma: Just watch, Mom! I'll be on the honor roll before you know it! I'll show everyone, especially Audrey!

Sigrid: Alma, not everything has to be a competition with your sister. You can help each other too.

Alma: Yeah. But I'm gonna beat her.

Another loud sigh from Sigrid. Alma is also very stubborn.

Sigrid: We'll talk more about this later, okay? In the meantime, just remember to spend some time on that prep work and don't leave it to the last minute. I'll be checking, okay?

Alma: Yes ma'am.

[loorain]

Barbie Legacy - Big Update!

Sooooooooo I know I said I wasn't going to update much on the Barbie save, but I have a big update to things!

Firstly, the kids are doing a lot better than when I explained last. Barbie seems to be getting along better with her siblings; their relationships have generally been improving. In less than a week, Barbie will be aging into a teen and thus will begin the first phases of the 2nd gen tasks. That includes joining the cheerleading team.

Stevie, the resident class clown, loves making his sisters laugh. I can really envision him being a comedian later in life. Charlie remains the sufferer of the stereotypical middle-child syndrome. Still, she's doing well.

Now this isn't the big update, though these are all big positives with the save. No no, the big news is...

Barbie is pregnant again!

This was a genuine surprise for me. I'm not even sure when she and Akira woohooed (or even had the time to do so with three kids and doing a million odd jobs alongside their part-time jobs). I must have been so focused on the kids that I missed it, but later I noticed the tell-tale signs of a sim pregnancy occurring (hunger going down really fast, bladder also going down quickly), so a test was necessary. And lo and behold, there's a new nooboo joining the household!

Akira was surprisingly excited about it all, which was relieving, I suppose. They hadn't both agreed to have another kid, though Barbie rolled the whim. I wasn't going to allow it unless Akira also did so.

The kids all also reacted positively to getting a new sibling, much to my surprise as well! Barbie told each kid one by one and they were all excited, though Barbie was the most excited of them all (shocking, I know). Since the family is happy about it I'm not too stressed about anything, but that does mean some changes to the house. Charlie will now have to give up her bedroom and share with Barbie. Barbie had the largest bedroom and Charlie didn't have many things, so it was an easy decision. We'll see how this setup is as they age. The youngest member will get Charlie's old room, which is the tiniest room in the house.

So yeah! Nooboo loading at the Barbie house! I still need to decide on names and I don't know the sex yet. I think I'll keep it a surprise, but we'll see!

[loorain]

Sims 4 Fontenot Legacy - Summer Memories

As summer comes to an end, the family has been spending as much time together as possible. Juno has been spending time with his Bibi and big cousin Robin. Alma has been enjoying lots of pool time (as has her mother). Scarlett has been enjoying some quiet time in nature between working and looking for a place to move to. And finally, Audrey has been working on her bike-riding skill, thanks to the generosity of Juno who's more than willing to share his bike.

Robin has been working hard in his career and has made it to the senior manager position. Unfortunately, he's also been overdoing it and starting to suffer from burnout. He just wants to do his job well and provide for his family, especially considering that his aunt will be moving as soon as she finds the right place for herself. It's a big house that's been bestowed upon him, and it needs proper upkeep and care. He doesn't want to get behind on bills, so he wants to earn as much as he can to ensure their security.

Sabrina has also been working hard as well! They've been doing longer hours at the restaurant which is always exhausting, but they want to do their part for the household, especially for their own kid. The big difference is that Sabrina was exhausted at their old job, but dreaded even going in. Even though this job is hard and taxing, they look forward to it. That's how they know they made the right decision. They've even been able to start thinking about expanding.

Juno: This summer has been really fun! I'm glad we all got to hang out so much.

Audrey: Tell me about it! But I gotta ask, have you thought about joining scouts with us?

Juno: Wha- you only asked yesterday!

Audrey: 24 hours is a lot of time to think!

Alma: Come on Juno, it'll be fun! Just think: we can work on our badges together, go to club meetings, explore, and meet new people!

Audrey: And it'll look good on a college application!

Juno: College? We haven't even finished elementary school!

Audrey: Always good to think ahead!

Alma rolls her eyes.

Alma: Excuse my lame sister, but seriously Juno! You gotta join with us!

Juno: Well I'm still thinking about it. Maybe I'll want to join another club.

Alma: Okay, but just imagine this! Us three, camping, gorging on s'mores for dinner, and swapping scary stories all night. And we can get a badge for that!

Juno: Can we?

Alma: Well, not exactly. But there's an outdoorsy badge or something like that. What's more outdoorsy than a camping trip? And have I mentioned, s'mores?

Audrey: And just imagine all the skill benefits! We'll be set for life!

Alma: ...Yeah. Cool. Anyway, Juno, please really think about it when you're over your dad's house. Promise you will?

Audrey: Pleaasssseeeee?

Juno: I promise I'll really think about it. And I'll let you know when I get back. Deal?

Audrey: Deal!

Alma: Yeah, deal. I do hope you'll join with us.

Juno: We'll see. It does sound like fun. I just want to really consider things.

Audrey: We understand, even if we are impatient. Right, Alma?

Alma: Yeah. You gotta make your own choice. I respect it. Even though I'll be annoyed if you don't.

The three giggle.

[loorain]

Sims 4 Fontenot Legacy - Soaking Up Summer

With summer still in full swing, the family is enjoying as much time together as possible before the kids officially start school and Scarlett makes her big move.

Ziggy has been his usual troublemaker self too 😆 Since he's still a puppy, the family is working hard to train him. By family, I really mean Sigrid.

Sigrid: Ziggy, again?! I just washed you yesterday! Ugh, why do you have to keep making yourself dirty?

Ziggy completely disregards Sigrid's chastisement. Typical puppy 🤣.

Sigrid: Ugh, and to think I was more worried about the girls giving me gray hairs... Alright then, guess it's time for another bath.

Sigrid scoops the tiny pup into her arms. She tries to be annoyed, but the way Ziggy looks up at her with those cute eyes... she melts faster than she'd like to admit.

Sigrid: Oh... why do you have to be so stinkin' cute? Alright buddy, let's get you clean again.

Meanwhile...

Audrey: Since summer is going to come to an end soon, I have a list of things I want to accomplish before school starts.

Sabrina: Oh? Like what?

Audrey: Do some school prep, learn how to ride a bike, look into badges for scouts...

Juno: Scouts!

Audrey: Yeah! My parents have already talked about signing me and Alma up. You should join with us! It could be fun!

Sabrina: Would you like to join too, Juno? No pressure.

Juno: I don't know... maybe it could be fun.

Alma: Yeah! Just imagine it! Scout meetings, competing for badges, me winning them all.

Audrey: Pah! As if. Come on Juno, you're not gonna let Alma trash talk us like that, right?

Sabrina: Well Juno has to make his own decision on whether he wants to join or not. Give him some time to decide, okay?

Alma and Audrey look at one another for a moment.

Alma and Audrey: Okay.

Alma: But don't take too long! We're probably going to be signing up this week!

Audrey: It'd be really awesome if we could all join together.

Juno sits with a pensive look on his face but says nothing. Sabrina encourages him to make his own decisions, regardless of what anyone else thinks. They hope Juno doesn't feel pressured, and if they do decide to join they'll truly enjoy it.

[loorain]

Sims 4 Fontenot Legacy - Unseen Moments #8

Same night. As Sabrina finishes up with Juno, they hear a knock on the front door.

Sabrina: Beau! What a surprise!

Beau: Well since we didn't have our usual weekend time, I still wanted to check in. Juno's already down for the night, right?

Sabrina: Yup, he just fell asleep. Was so busy after getting back from the splash pads I haven't even gotten a chance to get myself together.

Beau: Well how about you take a moment, get yourself together, and then we can hang out for a while?

Sabrina: Sounds good. Meet you out back.

Once Sabrina gets changed, the two spend some time out back. Beau hasn't really gotten a chance to hang out in the treehouse, so the two go up there to chat.

Beau: Wow, this place is so cool! The kids are so lucky.

Sabrina: Tell me about it. Robin's already planning some upgrades.

Beau: I would've loved to have something like this as a kid. Imagine the sick parties with all your friends...

Sabrina: Well, I never had many friends back then.

Beau: Really? I mean, I lost contact with my old childhood friends, but we were a good group.

Sabrina: Nah, guess I was a late bloomer in that regard. Of course, I was dating quickly into my teenage years, so you win some and lose some.

Beau: Ah, well, those friendships definitely helped shape me. In comparison, it took a while for me to start dating.

Sabrina: It's so interesting how opposite our early lives were. And yet, here we are.

Beau: Well, if it's any consolation, I think your life was very cool despite everything.

Sabrina: You do?

Beau: Are you kidding? Big family, growing up with your cousins and uncle, big family parties and vacations, not to mention Anya and Haru being an actual celebrity power couple! I can only imagine what came with being related to all of that stuff.

Sabrina: Well, I think I prefer my life without the immense celebrity status, personally.

The two chuckle.

Sabrina: No, but I get what you mean. Still, with all the good was a lot of bad too. Losing my aunt, which affected Anya a lot. Then when Uncle Armani died, that changed the family even more. Suddenly, Robin and Anya were thrust into orphanhood basically. At the same time, I was going through things, and... well, we weren't in a good spot.

Beau: It was growing pains. Early adulthood. The rose-colored glasses of childhood were coming off for the first time. I know it was hard on both of us. The only regret I have of that time... not being able to be by your side.

Sabrina: Well, I was the one that pushed you away. It's my own fault. I hope you don't carry any burdens about that.

Beau: Well, I'm glad things are different now.

Sabrina: Me too.

Beau: Do you have any regrets?

Sabrina: I suppose I do regret pushing you away. The first time, I think it was definitely impulsive and I didn't give you a chance to prove yourself. The second time... I needed that time for myself. Even though it sucked, I understand that to be true. And it made me realize just how much I really do care about you.

Beau: It did? Really?

Sabrina: Were you worried about that?

Beau: I was worried that it's going to be a trend in our relationship. Always somehow missing each other and what the other needs.

Sabrina: Beau... you've always catered to my needs. From the very beginning. Sometimes, I worry that I'm too selfish. If I've ever been selfish with you, I want to say I'm sorry. You're a really great man.

Beau: Sabrina, it's okay. I'm not perfect. I've let my temper push things between us.

Sabrina: See? There you go again. Blaming yourself for your reaction when I was the one hurting you.

Beau: We hurt each other. Not on purpose, but we did.

Sabrina: I suppose that's true.

Beau: I don't want to keep tally of the times we weren't our best selves. I messed up, you messed up, but we vowed to do better. And we have been doing better. Do you agree?

Sabrina: Definitely. Things have been amazing.

Beau: Then water under the bridge. We move forward together.

Sabrina can't help but sigh dreamily.

Sabrina: Have I ever told you truly how wonderful you are?

Beau: I don't mind hearing it again.

Sabrina: Well Beau, you're the most wonderful, loving, understanding, caring, patient boyfriend I've ever had. You've put up with my crap and been a great role model to Juno, and I'm forever grateful to you. How's that?

Beau: Add on how chiseled and handsome I am and it's perfect.

Sabrina laughs.

Sabrina: You're stunningly handsome and a total catch. And I'm very much so in love with you and so lucky to have such a stud of a man by my side.

Beau smiles.

Beau: And I'm lucky to have someone who has opened their entire world and family to me, loves me for who I am, and is super hot themselves.

Sabrina: I think that makes us even.

Beau: So do I.

[loorain]

Sims 4 Fontenot Legacy - Unseen Moments #7

Juno's final night as a toddler. While Sabrina puts the tot to bed, the twins enjoy some snacktime before bed.

Audrey: I have the whole situation under control! The tooth is packaged nicely, I've written my letter to the tooth fairy, and I've got a fresh pair of sheets on my bed! By tomorrow morning, I'll be a couple simoleons richer and can put this all behind me.

Alma: You do know you're going to lose more teeth eventually, right?

Audrey: What? Pah! You don't know what you're talking about.

Alma: Seriously! Maybe the tooth fairy will be nice enough to just take all your teeth at once next time. Don't worry, you can be on a strict ice cream diet from then on!

Audrey's eyes go wide.

Audrey: W-what? Are you serious? Oh no, what if the tooth fairy just decides to take all my teeth at once? This first one if just the bait! I can't survive off of ice cream alone!

Alma: Well, your bones will certainly be strong.

Alma snickers while Audrey has an existential crisis.

Sigrid feels her blood pressure rising by the millisecond listening to this conversation.

Sigrid: Enough, both of you. Alma, stop teasing your sister. Audrey. your teeth will be fine.

The twins washed up and went to bed shortly after this, and Audrey's teeth were perfectly fine 🤣.

[loorain]

Sims Photo Dump - Barbie Legacy, and Other Random Saves

Hello to anyone who so happened to stumble across my blog! This is not a Legacy update but instead a photo dump from across my many saves to free up some space on my computer and share some other stuff I've been doing in the sims!

After the Lovestruck update, I've been hesitant to re-enter the Legacy save because of bugs I've been hearing about, so instead I've been updating other things and playing saves I don't have as much emotional attachment to. One of those is actually a Barbie Legacy save!

I'm only on Gen 1 still, but Gen 2 is growing up well. From left to right, back to front, we have Stevie (the youngest) being held by Barbie, Barbie's second husband Akira (father of Stevie), little Charlie (the quintessential middle child), and Barbie holding the family dog. Gen 1's goals mostly revolve around Gen 2 so it's a bit slow until the kids age up into teens, but we're making progress! This is actually an old family photo, and all of Gen 2 are now children, with Barbie quickly approaching her teen birthday in a few weeks.

As I stated, Akira is actually Barbie's second husband. Her first husband died of electrocution. He is the biological father of little Stevie, the only boy in the family (minus the dog lol). He's a great father and stepfather to all the kids. He used to work in computer programming but seemed to find it stale after a while, so he quit and now does online streaming. Barbie and him both work part-time now that the kids don't need them as much. Before, Barbie was a complete stay-at-home mom, though she did work full time after the death of her first husband, Dylan, because she needed to pay the bills.

Charlie (pictured here as an infant) is the middle child. She was the most difficult baby (loved being held, fussy, etc.) and turned into the exact opposite as a toddler (hated being held, picky eater, etc.). She's a good girl, but definitely will tell you what she likes and doesn't like!

Stevie, from birth, has always been the little cherub. He's the sweetest little thing to walk the planet. Stevie and Charlie are actually pretty close in age, so he kind of usurped a lot of attention from Charlie. When she was a toddler, that was much harder on her, but now that they're both children they're very close!

Barbie, the oldest and eventual continuer of the legacy challenge, is the perfect child on paper. She's a genius and most things come quite naturally to her. Maybe except... relationships. She's made a best friend (pictured here), but her relationships with others actually fluctuate a lot. She's not the closest with her younger siblings, and I think once she ages into a teen that chasm will grow larger, especially considering some of the goals for Gen 2. Still, she's a good kid and I'm looking forward to continuing her story.

Barbie and Charlie seem like they'll have the most difficult relationship of all. Charlie is a lot more personable which I think Barbie envies, and Barbie is good at basically everything else and considered the golden child, so Charlie feels very insecure about her own abilities. I worry that this misunderstanding of each other will only grow worse, but only time will tell.

Barbie has always been a hands-on mom and loves caring for her children. They really are her whole world. Secretly, she wants more, but I don't think Akira is on the same page. They don't have a huge house and infinite money, and with both of them still only working part-time and the occasional odd job, it's not realistic to have another kid. Still, Barbie dreams of it. We'll see if it ever happens.

Fun fact: Both girls have Barbie's blond hair but their father Dylan's brown eyes. Stevie is the only kid to get blue eyes from Barbie, but also the only kid not to be a blond!

Akira came into Barbie's life at a very fragile time. Taking care of two young kids by herself, working full-time, and dealing with the death of Dylan, Akira fused himself in like he was always there. That doesn't mean their relationship isn't without problems. For a while, it seemed like their marriage was heading towards divorce. Akira and Barbie couldn't get on the same page emotionally, and Akira sought that comfort somewhere else. Barbie had hang-ups from her previous marriage, which was not perfect by any means (Dylan was actually a compulsive cheater, but Barbie refused to break up the family). Both sims have the jealous trait, making things even harder. After many attempts, they solved their differences and strengthened their marriage.

The family has been going through the daily life very well. Barbie's a straight-A student and the younger two are working on becoming the same (as required for the challenge). Barbie and Charlie learned how to ride a bike, and now Stevie is going to get his turn. Barbie senior has found a good groove, able to get in jogs with the dog, cooking for the house, general housekeeping, her part-time job, and time with the kids and Akira. Akira's odd schedule makes house-related activities a little more difficult, but he makes time where he can.

The kids also just had their first slumber party recently. This paired as a test of the function since I hadn't used it since Growing Together came out. It was a pretty good success, and Charlie even successfully pranked her sister as you can see 😆.

This legacy is more of a casual play for me, but if anyone's interested I'd perhaps be open to sharing more. It just wouldn't be at the frequency as the Fontenot Legacy and the format would be different!

I've also been playing around with a Not-So-Berry challenge, but this save I haven't frequented as much. I've already completed the challenge once and this is a second attempt, so I got bored with the challenge a lot faster 🤣. But it's still fun! Gen 1 now has two kids, one I thought would be a mermaid (but ended up not being!) and an alien child. This gameplay is a lot slower and the most casual, so I can't guarantee any normal updates.

Everyone in the Fontenot Legacy is doing just fine, I just have not played much for fear of save corruption. So far so good, however, because I did back up my saves and haven't had issues with my other saves. Hopefully, I can get started again very soon.

And other than that, I've been using a random save to test out some things and prep for returning to the main Legacy save. The following pictures are just a hoshposh of randomness that I didn't want to lose completely but are taking up unnecessary space on my computer.

I was intrigued by the low-poly squirrels and took a photo 😆

Stevie reading himself a book on his birthday to age up into a child.

Family photos in the formal living room of the Fontenot Legacy House.

Family photos on Juno's birthday!

An outtake photo for the restaurant (I didn't notice until after an odd glitch with the background that I later fixed).

Differences in emotions between Charlie and Stevie 😅.

Photos of the nursery that all three kids from the Barbie Legacy used (it's now been converted into Stevie's permanent room).

Sigrid greeting Ziggy for the first time.

A random sim getting a photo-op during Sabrina's time in college.

Sigrid and Robin enjoying a moment together, back when they were fairly new parents.