I know Marlee and Ethan told you all about Tristen, so I’ll just say that she’s the most wonderful woman in the world, and I don’t care that she’s a little bit older than me, because she’s young at heart. Yeah, I know, when did I become such a sap? It’s nice, though, to have someone like her around. She keeps my feet planted firmly on the ground, which is a good thing, because with all of this actor-ly stuff I have to do, my ego could balloon to an abnormal size and send me floating away.
Just for kicks I took her out to dinner recently at Bernard’s. The atmosphere there is great — it feels like you’re in some corner of the rainforest, with exotic flowers and trees all around. You almost expect a gorilla to wander out of the mist.
Well, while we waited for our dinner, I asked Tristen to dance, and for awhile everything was going smoothly. But even with all of my movement classes and push-ups and jumping jacks, I’m still a primo klutz, so I accidentally stepped on her foot. Well, not really stepped. More like…stomped.
I guess that makes me the gorilla.
Her toes throbbed for days afterward, but she was pretty cool about it and gently suggested we go back to the table. We ate our dinner (I had lobster, my favorite, and she had her usual omelette) and ordered nectarine tarts for dessert. While we waited for the tarts, I just sat there, staring at her with this goofy look on my face. She must have known something was up. I mean, how often do I actually just sit there, not speaking? I’m usually saying something ridiculous.
Well, the dessert finally came, and I couldn’t stand it anymore. I handed Tristen a little box with a ring inside and asked her to marry me. Yep! Just like that! BAM!
I half-expected her to fling nectarine tart in my face in her scramble to get away from me, but much to my relief, she smiled widely and tried the ring on; I guess that was her way of saying “yes”. I was the happiest clumsy oaf in the world at that moment.
I guess she was pretty happy, too, because later that night she sent me…a thingie. Seriously, I had no idea what it was. All I knew was that it was big, glowing, made of metal, and sitting in our backyard. At first I thought maybe it was a teleportation device, and that if I just stepped through the ring, I’d be instantly beamed to the planet Tatooine. Imagine my disappointment when I found out it was only an electro-dance sphere.
Actually, it was an awesome gift, probably the coolest thing we have at the townhouse. Cady spends a lot of time on it, just spinning around and cackling. I tend to get sick on the thing, so I stay away, but everyone else has a blast with it. Especially our maid, Kaylynn.
One time she hopped into the sphere and proceeded to spin around in it for a good 24 hours. She’s clearly insane, which of course makes her an excellent match for Ethan.
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Oh noes. Not Kaylynn again. Didn’t you use her for a baby machine in the last legacy? ;__; I think I like Trent’s girlfriend choice better.
I love how all the girls lack social life.
And I didn’t see Marlee in this one. xo Or is that just me?
Yep, Kaylynn was in the Shanley Legacy, but she only had 5 kids. ;-) I don’t know if Ethan will marry her or not — he just really wanted to woohoo with someone, and he and Kaylynn clicked.
Great update as always Jen! I love how each of the kids have such different personalities!
Wow…Kaylynn. She’s definitely without a doubt my favorite NPC in the game. There’s just something about her that I love. Of course, she’s married into my Hampton family, and I’m really not looking forward to her passing…But oh well! :-) I, personally, think that Kaylynn would be a great addition to the Ravelo family, but of course I have alterior reasons. ;-) I love the letters, Jen! They’re a great way to update us (and the family) on what’s going on with their college life. It’s much more personal! Keep up the good work, Jen! I can’t wait for more!
Awesome update! Heeee! :D
Something about Trent’s ‘voice’ reminds me of his father. Probably the playfulness. I like I like!
I still haven’t gotten around to updating my own blog. I haven’t really played much, though I do have a few projects. Maybe I should give the whole Legacy thing yet another go, hmmm.
You’re an inspiration as always, ma’m. :)
Pretty good, pretty good!!!
Pretty you, pretty you!!! *lol*
(Sorry for that litlle, Jim Morrison thing).
I simply love it, great job, like always ;)
I’m so happy you are updating so often. I’m in love with this family and all of the kids! They have such distint and intersesting personalities. Have you decided which one is going to be your legacy heir yet?
I like Kaylin a lot, I had her in my first Legacy (and since number two sets in the same neighbourhood, she can’t come back). She makes very pretty children though, so I like her!!
Fantastic I love how you are updating with the letter thing..very creative. Well it seems like the 2 older sons have NPC grilfriends so how are the girls dealing with all that kissing in the house :lol:
Wow, this was a really full update! All the kids have different personalities, and that’s very cool. Great pictures too!
Pax,
Arian
Oh wow that was so cool!!!! It’s great how you’re doing a letter from each kid, I love it!!!
Im so glad Ethan finally managed to get a girlfriend! He deserves one. Even if it is Kaylynn ;)
Cant wait to read more! Im loving this family!
Kath
You started the laugh factory again with the pictures of Ethan and Kaylynn. My husband looked over at the computer and shouted “Get a Room!” I laughed because that was the caption I had just read. Then he said because they really were computer characters, that they should instead “get a rom!” My husband is a geek though, so it’s acceptable. Trent is such a good looking sim, I think he could make a great heir, but…I wonder what his and tristan’s children would look like? Maybe a really ugly family? I would hope not though. I ditto, ditto, ditto the responses to the letter style. I love it. Thanks again for another update so soon…. 8)
Haha i laughed through this whole update and it took me FOREVER to finish it because i loved the way this was written. classicly wonderfull. I love it. I hate beng late reading your updates because then i feel underpriveledged..:lol: isnt that sad? I dont know why. My mind just goes..what? Updated yesterday? You are underpriveladged. And then reading the update furthers this because i think everyone else has read it and im the only one who hasnt…its crazy. I love Trent and Ethan. they are so handsome. You picked some great genes this time around. And you captured Trent’s personality so well in this update. With his..hot date tweed jacket. haha.
oh wow, that was funny!!! especially at the end when all you could see was ethan and kaylynn kissing… and kissing.. and kissing! :D
I liked it a lot, and it made me chuckle – so great job, as always. Sorry if I’m so short today, but I gotta run ;) – oh, and I’m so sad, my game is constantly crashing and won’t work at all :( – view my blog for more, I’m totally upset, but oh well…
see you, and keeeeeeeeeep it up!
Wonderful update, Jen! I love hearing the story through the kids points of view. Keep up the good work!
Well, Ethan and Kaylynn really seem to like each other! I love Kaylynn – she’s one of my favourite NPCs. She’s been in so many families it’s not funny. By the way, I’ve started up a blog of my own – yes, another one, and I’ve just realised what hard work it is! I am looking forward to the next update from the lovely Marlee.