Broke Family

 

Here we are in Pleasantview for the next chapter of the Broke Family. Mum Brandi, teenage son Dustin and 2 young sons. Here at the table is Beau,

and here is young Alfie feeding a treat to the rather large Leader of the Wolf Pack.

As soon as day breaks Dustin had made the call for a few scholarships and Brandi dropped him at college where he will start his life as a young adult.

Brandi left college straight for her job in Military and returned home as a Junior Officer.

Monday ended with the birthday of Beau- now a teenager his chosen field is to become the Head of the SCIA in the intelligence career- quite befitting for this new Knowledge Sim.

In the early hours of Tuesday Brandi was shaken awake (by me) and made an emergency call to the police, she'd spotted a burglar!

Officer Ramin Centowski arrived, sadly too late to save Brandi's telescope but he put up a good fight.

Unfortunately it wasn't enough to put Jessica Ebadi in handcuffs and she got away leaving Ramin with the thought that he was ' beaten by a burglar- now I'll never get that promotion'. No Ramin you won't, and Brandi won't be compensated for her telescope either.

After purchasing a burglar alarm Brandi helped Alfie with his homework before school.

Beau found a teen job in Intelligence and starts today after class.

The first dusting of Winter snow hits the Broke property.

Having the day off today Brandi invited Craig Ray over... this Family Sim wants to reach her Golden Anniversary and needs to be married before she gets too old. 

By the time Beau arrived home from work (top of his career) Brandi and Craig were in love. She proposed- he said yes.

and they got married. Craig is now Mr Broke. Craig is a Knowledge Sim with a wish to become top of the Criminal career. He only added 3K to the household.

While their party was ongoing they went off to 'celebrate'.

Dustin was one of the guests of course and Beau gave him a gift. I can't recall what is was so we'll find out next when we visit Dustin in college.

The party was a success. It seems Craig is pretty hyper, he doesn't sleep a lot.

While the boys did their homework on Wednesday Craig found a job as a Convenience Store Clerk in the music career.

Later that day (no promotions) the Headmaster was summoned for a visit. He didn't seem too impressed with Brandi falling asleep in her chili.

and Craig was desperate for a shower but the Headmaster still granted the boys access to his school. 

Ah, that's why Brandi fell asleep at the table.

On Thursday Alfie made a best friend.

Brandi used some of her promotion funds so far this week to add an ensuite to her bedroom, put the boys in together and leave room for a small nursery.

Alfie bought Mallory home from school and Brandi made a cake.

Her second baby bump woke her during the early hours of Friday.

He-who-never-sleeps-much spent lots of time job hunting and talking with new acquaintances over the internet.

Tired as she was Brandi's decision to go to work on Friday paid off when she was promoted to Flight Officer.

Craig too got a promotion, to Coffee Shop Engineer.

In the early hours of Saturday Brandi & Craig had a little girl called Beth.

While his exhausted Mum & Stepdad slept Beau was helpful with little Beth.

Brandi's career reward helped her max her body skill while bonding with her youngest son.

Craig finally found the Criminal career.

He went to his first shift and got promoted to Pickpocket.

A party was thrown on Sunday night for Alfie.

Alfie rolled Romance and wishes to have 20 lovers!

Nina Caliente threw herself at Mitch the delivery guy.

It was also a chance to grow up little Beth. (I forgot to take an 'after' pic). :D

Brandi was so tired and not in a good mood that she almost poisoned her toddler with dodgy smart milk.

Craig returned from pickpocketing as a Bagman.

He was just in time to welcome Beau home after the teen's abduction with his new telescope. Craig thought it very scary while Brandi cheered-' Yay more money for college!'.

and this is where we leave the Broke family.

Summary-

A very busy week in a pretty tiny house! At least everyone is in their chosen careers and hopefully next time when Beth becomes a child life will be a little easier and more sleep will be had.

Off to visit Dustin next.

Monica Bratford

 

This is the home in Veronaville that Monica Bratford chose after she graduated college.

I added a little floor space and changed some walls from the original house and filled it with Monica's backpacked goods on top of the basics that came with the house.

Upstairs now has 3 decent size bedrooms and a bathroom, all waiting to be furnished in the future.

The first thing Monica did was to invite Bartender Stephan Howe over. She got flirty with him over the course of the last round.

She proposed- he accepted!

Not one to waste time Monica threw a party and Stephan became Mr Bratford.

He added just 1K to the home but does have some decent skills- full cleaning and 8 logic. 

All Monica's Uni friends came and celebrated and even though her former house mates Sarah & Jessie chose white(ish) dresses Monica forgave them. :)

The party rocked and the Bratford's sealed their marriage with some afternoon Woohoo.

After a short nap they were invited downtown and chose the Crypt O'Nightclub where they spent most of the night chatting.

Stephan was given a free sample (large tv) as a network gift before he bravely talked all about love with the local Contessa. Poor Monica is exhausted with her plumb bob matching the wallpaper. 

Knowledge Sim Monica is in her chosen field of Media and left today to start her job as a Fact Checker.

Family Sim Stephan got a job in Education- his LTW is to graduate 3 kids from college so he needs to set an example if he expects his kids' to be smart.

So Tuesday afternoon after a loooong homecoming celebration Stephan is promoted from Playground Monitor to Teacher's Aide.

Not only is Monica now an Obituary Writer she is also pregnant.... in her weird glowing green bedroom. :D

On Wednesday Stephan mostly rubbed and talked to Monica's tummy.

On Thursday to celebrate his promotion to Substitute Teacher Stephan went to the kitchen of his own accord and rustled up some pork chops. I usually direct Sims to cook a certain dish so it's quite nice when they make their own choice.

No promotion for Monica today but she did celebrate earning 10K and brought Nikki Zhang home from work.

Later that evening Monica and Stephan's son Drew was born.

Stephan is a doting Dad and let Monica rest while he took care of the first night shift.

Monica's moods had been so low during pregnancy I suspected twins but she must have just been really tired.

She loves nothing more than to whoop and cheer at her favourite sports on tv. 

Before she left for work Monica hired a Nanny to cover her shifts and gave her a nice tip to help around with housework as well.

It seems like the biggest tip only got half a bed made.... but it's better than nothing. 

Stephan is the newest Elementary School Teacher and Monica has moved from Obituaries to Horoscopes. They have the weekend off now so start their celebrations early!

I often forget Sims can bathe babies in the sink but it's quite a cute interaction.

With their newest funds they give Drew's bedroom a makeover.

Their room too got a 'warmer' glow up.

Monica is up early on Saturday and it looks like the breakfast pancakes will be making a second appearance!

She broke her pregnancy news to Stephan over a nice hot bowl of soup. His face is a picture. :)

Shocked he may have been but Monica told him she knew how he wanted to achieve his kids' dreams of attending college- even before they'd been born!

 

Drew had his toddler birthday on Saturday night.

He is 10 Outgoing and 9 Active which means he'll barely sleep. :D

Monica and Drew made best friends while Stephan napped on the sofa having been up half the night with his energetic son.

Monica was in the middle of potty training Drew when she spun back into her Maternity clothes.

On Sunday Drew made his second best friend.

Monica taught him to walk.

After Stephan had helped Drew learn to talk Monica sat down with him for story time while Stephan browsed the internet.

Drew had learnt all his skills and was enjoying a tickle from his Dad when Monica showed off her impressive second stage baby bump to finish the week!

Summary-

I know it's a long time to wait until Monica delivers! I'll have to make sure that she is fed and rested in every house she visits this round.

It was a very busy week what with the jobs, skills, friends and baby but I think they are off to a good start.