#bluewater legacy

[pleasanttaleswithkaityb]

In a twist of delightfully dark irony, Lisa Ramirez, once ensnared in the doldrums of furniture sales, has triumphantly pivoted to the medical field—only to be caught in the throes of uncontrollable laughter, a condition proving fatal even as she secured a signing bonus in her new career. In Bluewater Bay, even the most earnest aspirations can lead to a hilariously untimely demise.

Y’all I was screamin’ when I saw the notification 😩😩

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[simthorium]

After graduation, Jordyn moved to an apartment in Bluewater Village. She was hired on full-time at Zarro Health Incorporated, and would be working with her Uncle Nathan at the hospital. The apartment was just down the street, making her commute an easy 15 minute walk. She hadn’t been to the neighborhood much, but was soon starting to love it.

The only problem was a particularly loud upstairs neighbor. She took the stairs to the third floor and knocked on the door, prepared to chew out whoever this heavy-footed person stomping around was. When the door opened, her breath caught in her chest as she gazed at a very, very handsome man in a suit. “Can I help you?” he asked. “Um,” Jordyn said, all but forgetting what she’d come to say. “Hello.” “Hello...,” he said slowly. “Do you need something?”

“Uh, no actually,” Jordyn said, sticking out her hand to shake. “I’m, uh, new to the building, and I’ve just been going around introducing myself to all my fantastic new neighbors. I’m Jordyn Platz.” “Wyatt Quinn,” he said, shaking her hand. “Nice to meet you.” “Likewise,” she said, her voice a little too high-pitched. “I’m right downstairs.” “Ah, ok,” said Wyatt. “Sorry for all the noise, maintenance is fixing a leak. I promise I’m not usually this loud.” “Oh, no worries at all,” Jordyn said, feeling her cheeks heat up. “Um, well, I gotta go. But, hopefully we run into each other again soon!” “I hope so,” said Wyatt with a smile.

Jordyn felt a bit weird at how fast she seemed to develop a new crush. She’d just broken up with Johnny, the only relationship she’d ever had, and was already interested in a new guy? She wasn’t sure if that was normal or to be expected, and figured it was time to have a chat with her cousins to get to the bottom of her feelings. Before that, however, she treated herself to a few nice things at the Bluewater Micro Mall.

“I’m new in town,” Jordyn said as she plopped down in the chair at the salon. “Just graduated college, first real job and apartment on my own. I’m looking for something that signifies my new chapter in life.” “You’re trying to impress a man,” the hair stylist said, raising her chair. “Got it.”

“Wait no, that’s not what I--” “Heard you loud and clear, honey,” the guy said. He quickly got to work, engulfing Jordyn in a cloud of pink smoke as he gave her a complete makeover. 

“Voila!” said the hair stylist, showing Jordyn her new look in a handheld mirror. Jordyn’s eyes widened as she looked at herself. Her puffy hair was sectioned off into darker locs, and her makeup was sharper and less subdued than it had been. She smiled at herself in the mirror. “I love it!” she exclaimed. “This is so cool, thank you!” “Anytime, sweetheart.”

Jordyn hoofed it up the steps to her apartment, a million thoughts zooming through her head. Unfocused, she slammed into Wyatt at the top of the stairs, nearly sending him flying. “Holy shit!” she exclaimed. “God, I’m so sorry! I didn’t see you there.” “No worries,” Wyatt said, dramatically rubbing his shoulder. “Wouldn’t be the first time I got bowled over by a beautiful woman.”

“Beautiful?” Jordyn repeated, a blush creeping up her cheeks. “Very,” Wyatt said with a smile. “I like the new look. Reminds me of my MCR days.” Jordyn laughed. “You had an emo phase?” she asked. “Didn’t we all?” Wyatt said. “Is this yours?” “I think this is more of my ‘I have no idea what I’m doing and just trying to figure my life out’ phase,” said Jordyn. “Well, I think you’re pulling it off very nicely,” Wyatt said.

“Thank you,” Jordyn said bashfully. Wyatt leaned in closer, making Jordyn’s breath catch in her chest. “This might be a bit forward, and I understand if it’s too awkward seeing as we live in the same building, but would you want to go to dinner?” Wyatt asked. “Dinner?” Jordyn asked. “Like, on a date?” “Yes, like on a date,” said Wyatt with a charming smile. Jordyn gulped. She wasn’t sure! She’d only just broken up with Johnny; was it too soon to be dating someone new already. Wyatt noticed her apprehension. “It’s ok if the answer’s no,” he said. “I completely understand.” “I’d love to,” Jordyn blurted out, unable to spend anymore time thinking on it. 

[annegirl13]

Larson Double Random Legacy

(Technically, I’m playing this really fast and loose with the whole random legacy thing, but I started out, intending to make it a random legacy, and just kind of forgot the rules that I set for myself.)

I’m doing Jason and Jodie together because they are following the same challenge. It was just easier to split them into two households once they got married. Especially since they both had twins!

Jason married Adela, who is a bowling shirt wearing downtownie and who looks remarkably like his sister. 🫤 Their daughters are Elinor and Luciana. I don’t remember what either Jason or Adela do for work but their challenge has something to do with toy making. They haven’t done much of that…

Jodie married Pierce the Bluewater townie, who I’ve always liked her with. they are definitely more business driven than Jason and Adela, and that means they also kind of let their kids go a little more wild. Their kids are named Dante and Arlie and they’re pretty cute.

The best thing I did with these guys was make a big Larson family group for outings. I took them all to the diner downtown this past round and had all the kids take pictures of themselves in the photo booth. It was really cute. Everything that happens with his family from here on out is supposed to be random, so I don’t know what I will be doing as far as who inherits what goes. We’ll have to see what happens, I guess.

[doubledash7]

The Sims 2: Uberhood Playthrough - Round 1 (Goth)

The beginning of my new (and hopefully last) Uberhood! This neighbourhood includes all six game neighbourhoods, along with Downtown and Bluewater Village. I have started a new one so many times now and I want this to be my last one, that I play as long as possible. I hope you enjoy my narration. I imagine my rounds starting in 2004, the same year the game came out. I play seven day rounds, each round is a season, and we are starting with Summer. Each sim day, also equals one year, so the sims age seven years per round.

We start with the Goth's of Pleasantview.

Mortimer and Bella met through Bella's brother, Michael. Mortimer and Michael were best friends, and it wasn't until Bella was older that Mortimer really took notice. Despite their age difference, the two fell in love and were married very quickly.

Soon little Cassandra was born and their family felt complete. With funding from his parents, Mortimer was able to pursue his dream as a scientist. He wanted to make a difference in the world for the better. A world his daughter would grow up in.

Both Mortimer and Bella were surprised when Alexander came along and made them a family of four! A little boy to carry on the Goth name and legacy. Things could only get better...right?

Four years later, the disappearance of Bella made headlines around the country. Many theories plagued her disappearance and conspiracy theories arose. Not many Sims stopped to think of the effect this had on the Goth's themselves. Mortimer buried himself in his work, Cassandra became a mother to little Alexander, who grew up knowing more about his mother through the news than anywhere else.

With her mother gone, her father distracted and helping raise her younger brother while juggling university, Cassandra was easily taken by the suave Don Lothario. Cassandra felt a closeness to him since her mother was last seen at his condo by a neighbour. Don claimed he had no idea what happened to Bella. One minute she was there, the next she was gone. This never sat well with Mortimer, and he was always suspicious that his daughter would succumb to the same fate as her mother.

Unfortunately for Cassandra, Mortimer was right about Don. He ended up leaving her at the altar. What followed for the Goth's was a big year, including Bella's return! Where had she been? Why'd she disappear? So many questions! It turns out that one of the conspiracy theories was true: Bella was abducted by aliens! It was all part of a plot by a criminal organisation to get Bella out of the way and get one of their own operatives (a certain blonde bombshell...) close to Mortimer to steal his scientific secrets! Luckily, their plan fell apart, and Bella was able to return home! Here are Bella and Mortimer enjoying some quality time together.

It has been a year since Don left her at the altar and he has moved on, and on, and on....Cassandra has been supported by her family, and in particular, Darren Dreamer. Could more than friendship be in the air?

Here is Alexander on his way to school. The perfect student! He is set to follow in his father's footsteps, although he is destined to be come a Fortune sim!

After some time to adjust to her life again, Bella returned to work as Concert Pianist. Music is her passion (when she is not playing golf or miniature golf that is).

With the rest of the family at work or school, Mortimer had the mansion to himself. One thing he really wanted to do was to finally replace the dusty, old telescope on the roof. It hadn't seen much use since Bella's disappearance. Time for an upgrade.

Alexander gleefully announces his report card to his proud dad. Mortimer found it very hard to connect with his son after Bella disappeared, however, he has seen the error of his ways and now that he is retired, he has more time to take an interest in Alexander's upbringing.

Despite her shy trait, Cassandra wasted no time telling Darren how she felt, greeting him with a kiss. Then she gets all shy again! Luckily Darren is understanding and reciprocates her feelings! Cassandra follows this up by inviting Darren to stay for dinner.

Well that escalated quickly! I've always seen Cassandra as being very focused on what she wants, especially when it comes to getting married and starting a family, and I think she has realised she had the perfect guy under her nose the whole time! Cassandra took the lead and proposed marriage to Darren, who happily accepted!

Now this is the first time I have had ACR (Autonomous Casual Romance) in my game, and boy, it did not disappoint. Cassandra and Darren decided to celebrate their new engagement with a woohoo!

Mortimer rolled a want to sell a great novel. Mortimer is getting into his late 60's, and what a life he has led. Mortimer decides to write his biography: Work, money, aliens, crime and peace!

Cassandra moved out early in the round to go live with the Darren. We will see them get married in their round.

As mentioned earlier, Mortimer has really stepped up with raising Alexander. Mortimer has high hopes for Alexander and hopes he will follow in his footsteps.

Well this was unexpected! A magic lamp! Bella quickly pocketed the lamp. What will she wish for?

We reached Thursday, so it was time for a ROS (Random Occurrence Scenario) roll. Bella was the only Sim who qualified, and she was not working until the Friday. I decided to wait until Bella was at work to roll for the outcome. There are more important things going on today, but more on that soon!

Eureka! Bella masters the creativity skill! Her performances at work should be magnificent now! Unfortunately Bella has not been working on her mechanical skill, so she is not due for a promotion anytime soon.

Even though the Goth's have a butler, a gardener was also necessary given the family graveyard. Some of you may remember Mortimer's uncle, Erik Darling, who met an untimely end by drowning. Now his ghost likes to leave puddles everywhere, which the weeds love!

Luckily the gardener was able to remove all the weeds in time for Alexander's birthday party! Bella's friends, PT9 and Jenny Smith from Strangetown made the trip for the occasion. PT9 and Jenny looked after Bella after her abduction, considering their experience with aliens in Strangetown. Bella experienced memory loss and they were able to help her regain her memory, along with Jenny's scientist brothers. I wonder how Daniel and Mary-Sue Pleasant will deal with this less than normal encounter??

While the guests were gathered inside, Vita Alto decided to stroll by and steal their newspaper!

The party was a great time! Alexander grew up very handsome (thanks to some out-of-game fixing to his genetics). Alexander later decided on his Lifetime Want to become a Business Tycoon. Looks like he won't be following in Mortimer's footsteps, but creating his own path.

Bella returned from work the following day, and the result of the ROS roll was completed. Bella got a §1,000 reward for her heroics from the parents of the child! Ka-ching!

Uh-oh! Gordon King decided to pay a visit tonight, right after everyone went to sleep! Agnes Crumplebottom is too busy thinking about family, to actually try and protect them by scaring Gordon!

Luckily the Goth's do have an alarm system and the cops in Pleasantview arrive quick smart! Unfortunately, the cop was unsuccessful and Gordon got away empty handed.

Mortimer finished his novel and the sales were great! Mortimer does have a high creativity skill. Hopefully he will start to roll more skill based wants soon as his Lifetime Want is to master five skills.

Sometimes even butlers can make mistakes! Who would have thought that simple chicken and nuggets was so hard to make?

Bella is killing it with the piano! Now she is in the zone! Bella is letting the world know that she is back! This was the end of the Goth's for Round 1. Next time we will be moving onto the Pleasant's! Until then, happy simming!

[wickedjr89gaming]

I just realized I can make a pinned post.

Hello, welcome to my blog. It's basically Sims 2 at this point though I technically started it with the intention to post about whatever game I played... that just happens to be almost entirely Sims 2 lol. I do enjoy other games as well though and want to get more into them. I also love Sims 3.

Non-sim games I enjoy include (but are not limited to): Mortal Kombat, Pokemon, Racing games, Street fighter, Zelda, horror games and more. I recently got a PS5 and do also have other PC games and a switch as well as older consoles (xbox 360, N64, wii, PS2, 3DS).

For tags, Sims 2 always gets "TS2", Sims 3 "TS3" etc. Anything not about the sims gets "nonsims". I often randomly tag a lot of things, like names of the sims in the post/what hood they are in/etc, but those (TS2/TS3/nonsims) should always be consistent if you want to block anything in particular.

I've also started tagging "religion in sims" as my sims have (made up but still) religions and if you'd like to avoid those posts, block that tag.

Let me know if you want me to add any other tags to something. I'll add whatever game i'm talking about as well to the tags, like "mortal kombat" if I mention Mortal Kombat etc.

In Sims 2 I play rotationally (Mon - Thurs, Thurs - Mon). I don't play in a strict order, just making sure I get to everyone before starting the next round. I play a megahood with Strangetown, Pleasantview, Riverblossom Hills, Bluewater Village, Widespot, Downtown, Sim State University, La Fiesta Tech and Land Grant University.

In Sims 3 I play legacy style.

About me: My name is Tyler. I was born in February of 1989 and am an Aquarius sun, Aries moon, Libra rising and Venus Aquarius. Yes I am into astrology. I am Pagan. I am also a trans man and my pronouns are He/they.

I am also physically disabled, in multiple ways as I was born with VACtERL Association (yes it's capitalized like that for a reason as it's an acronym where you only need 3 of the letters at a minimum to qualify). I have chronic pain. I am also neurodivegent: Autistic, Adhd and Aphantasia. Triple AAA lol. I also have mental health issues like anxiety but not just anxiety.

I love to read, play sims, write. I love art. I read all kinds of different genres, and age ranges. My favorite genres horror and nonfiction but I read pretty much everything. Contemporary, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Thriller, Historical fiction, Romance etc.

I also use cannabis medically, and recreationally, and am sometimes (not always lol) playing Sims while high.

Linktree link with my socials

[tamtam-go92]

Denise: Miss Custer, may I ask what your intentions for my son are? Breanna: Intentions? I don't know Mrs. J. I don't really have intentions. We're just having... fun? Denise: Fun?! Mon dieu, young Sims these days. When I was your age I already had Gilbert. Listen, I'm looking for someone who's willing to love my son and give me a grandchild, so our legacy with the bakery here in Bluewater continues. Breanna: I'm sorry to tell you, but I'm not even sure, Gil is looking for someone like that.

Denise would have loved to kick that cheeky moron out of her house, but she didn't. Maybe deep inside her son did love that brat.

[sheepyshenanigans]

introducing - the sims 2 lepacy challenge!

what is a lepacy? a lepacy is a generational challenge based on exploring a different expansion pack for each new generation. it’s an opportunity to explore things you may have missed previously, and use content you never normally would! wait, how can you do this in the sims 2? true, it’s hard to just complete a randomly generated aspiration and then call it a day so instead i’ve created a list of goals below and once they’re all completed (and the heir has become an adult/young adult for university) you can then move on to the next generation okay, you’ve got my interest. how does it work? so the primary goal is to complete a legacy in the sims 2. create a sim, start a family and find a way to keep the family going. how you do that is up to you. if you own all expansion packs you’ll be looking at 9 generations: 1. base game 2. university 3. nightlife 4. open for business 5. pets 6. seasons 7. bon voyage 8. freetime 9. apartment life traditionally speaking you’d play them in order, but feel free to switch it up a little. and of course there are stuff packs - that’s up to you if you want to install them alongside an ep!

generation one - base game

• live in pleasantview/strangetown/veronaville • woohoo in public • reach the top of any base game career • be abducted by aliens • get children into private school • throw a wedding party • purchase all available aspiration rewards

generation two - university

• move heir to university and live in a dorm • declare a major • join the secret society • buy a cell phone, mp3 player and a handheld game • get on the dean’s list at least once • throw a sports party • join a greek house and throw a toga party • throw a graduation party • woohoo with a professor • reach the top of any university career

generation three - nightlife

• live in downtown • have the pleasure aspiration (alternatively start off with pleasure and convert to grilled cheese) • have at least one dream date • woohoo in a photobooth or in a car • dine and dash successfully • become a vampire • hire the matchmaker

generation four - open for business

• live in bluewater village • get any 3 gold talent badges • create a servo • own a level 10 business • win the best-of-the-best award • have cheesecake twins

generation five - pets

• have at least one dog, one cat, one womrat and one bird • have one pet top any animal career • have at least one litter of puppies/kittens • teach one pet all available tricks • become a werewolf

generation six - seasons

• live in riverblossom hills • have a garden plot • get a gold fishing or gardening talent badge • reach the top of any seasons career • become a plantsim • join the garden club

generation seven - bon voyage

• stay in each vacation world at least once • collect all momentos • collect all souvenirs • woohoo in a tent, sauna or hammock • own a vacation home • find all secret lots • befriend bigfoot

generation eight - freetime

• live in desiderata valley • reach the top of any freetime career • reach max enthusiasm in at least 2 hobbies • discover 5 hobby lots • get a gold sewing or pottery talent badge • make a bff • have a secondary aspiration • obtain a genie lamp • build a car

generation nine - apartment life

• live in belladonna cove • live in an apartment • hire a butler • become a witch • create all regents

just a few final notes! we all know the sims 2 is a game trying it’s best and it’s buggy to say the least - if you need to use mods to get the game to run somewhat normally then go for it! also if you want to set a lifetime wish manually using blender or simpe to match the generation you’re playing then that’s also fine in my eyes! a note about moving neighbourhoods! i know it’s super glitchy and can be a bit chaotic so if you’d like to keep your sim in the starter hood for the entirety of the challenge then that is completely fine!! - update 4th june 2022 removed ‘marry a service sim’ from base game to be more flexible to either non-single sim starts/single sims aiming to get abducted update 5th june 2022 added ‘join a greek house and throw a toga party’ to university update 4th july 2023 removed ‘plan a honeymoon’ from bon voyage to be more flexible to sims wanting to remain single update 19th july 2023 removed ‘meet a sim from each social group’ from apartment life as there is no reasonable way to track this

this is not my challenge i'm just copy pasting the rules i found b/c the original blog is deleted and it's hard to read after the 'keep reading' cut

• Additionally: Here's another version of the Sims 2 LEPacy Challenge by paulopc123 on Mod The Sims:

introducing - the sims 2 lepacy challenge!

what is a lepacy? a lepacy is a generational challenge based on exploring a different expansion pack for each new generation. it’s an opportunity to explore things you may have missed previously, and use content you never normally would!

Keep reading

[omarhussainchicago]

Top Areas for Real Estate Investment in Dubai

As Dubai continues to evolve as a global hub for real estate investment, savvy investors are keen to identify the leading areas poised for growth and opportunity in 2024. With the city’s resilient economy, visionary development projects, and favorable investment climate, several neighborhoods stand out as prime investment destinations. In this article, we’ll explore the top areas for real estate investment in Dubai, offering insights into key factors driving growth and potential returns say, Omar Hussain Chicago.

1. Downtown Dubai

Downtown Dubai remains a perennial favorite among investors, offering a vibrant mix of luxury residences, commercial spaces, and lifestyle amenities. Home to iconic landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai continues to attract investors seeking premium properties with unparalleled views and connectivity. With ongoing developments such as Dubai Creek Harbour and Dubai Opera District, Downtown Dubai promises sustained demand and capital appreciation for investors in 2024.

2. Dubai Marina

Dubai Marina’s waterfront location and cosmopolitan lifestyle appeal make it a sought-after destination for real estate investment. The Marina’s skyline is dotted with luxury residential towers, offering residents stunning views of the waterfront and access to a plethora of dining, shopping, and leisure options. With upcoming projects like Dubai Harbour and Bluewaters Island, Dubai Marina is poised for further growth and investment opportunities in 2024.

3. Palm Jumeirah

Palm Jumeirah stands as one of Dubai’s most prestigious residential developments, offering exclusive beachfront living and unrivaled luxury amenities. The man-made island continues to attract high-net-worth individuals and investors seeking opulent villas, apartments, and hospitality options. With its iconic status and ongoing enhancements, Palm Jumeirah remains a top choice for real estate investment in 2024, promising strong rental yields and capital appreciation potential.

4. Business Bay

Business Bay serves as Dubai’s central business district, offering a mix of commercial, residential, and hospitality developments. The area’s strategic location, modern infrastructure, and proximity to key business hubs make it an attractive investment destination for both local and international investors. With its vibrant business environment and ongoing infrastructure improvements, Business Bay presents promising opportunities for real estate investment in 2024, particularly in commercial and mixed-use projects.

5. Dubai South

Dubai South emerges as a promising investment hotspot, driven by the ambitious vision of the Dubai Expo 2020 legacy. The master-planned development encompasses residential, commercial, and logistics zones, aiming to create a sustainable and integrated community for residents and businesses alike. With infrastructure enhancements, connectivity improvements, and a focus on sustainability, Dubai South offers investors the potential for long-term growth and diversification in 2024 and beyond.

6. Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT)

Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT) have gained popularity among investors seeking affordable yet high-quality residential options in Dubai. The master-planned communities offer a range of villas, townhouses, and apartments with family-friendly amenities, green spaces, and retail outlets. With ongoing infrastructure developments and a focus on community living, JVC and JVT present attractive opportunities for investors looking to capitalize on Dubai’s growing demand for affordable housing in 2024.

Seizing Opportunities in Dubai’s Real Estate Market

Omar Hussain Chicago: Dubai’s real estate market continues to offer diverse opportunities for investors seeking growth, stability, and returns on their investments. By identifying leading areas poised for growth and understanding the key drivers shaping the market, investors can make informed decisions to capitalize on Dubai’s dynamic real estate landscape in 2024. Whether it’s luxury properties in iconic neighborhoods or affordable housing in emerging communities, Dubai offers something for every investor seeking to unlock the city’s wealth-building potential. With careful research, strategic planning, and a long-term perspective, investors can navigate Dubai’s real estate market with confidence and seize opportunities for success in 2024 and beyond.

Originally Posted: https://omarhussainchicago.com/top-areas-for-real-estate-investment-in-dubai-insights-for-2024/

[inchbrick-dubai]

The Primary 12 Best Real Estate Companies in Dubai

In contemplating a real estate venture in Dubai, the selection of an appropriate builder or developer assumes paramount importance. The reputation and historical achievements of best real estate companies in Dubai can wield substantial influence over your investment. Within this exhaustive guide, we shall acquaint you with the twelve foremost builders and developers in Dubai, detailing their notable endeavors.

Premier Real Estate Builders in Dubai Dubai’s real estate sector burgeons, underscoring the necessity of collaborating with esteemed builders and developers. These titans of industry boast a global standing for their delivery of exceptional real estate ventures.

Emaar Properties

Established in 1977, Emaar Properties epitomizes opulent real estate in Dubai, having erected illustrious landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall.

Distinguished Projects: Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Dubai Creek Harbour, EMAAR Beachfront, Dubai Opera House

2. Nakheel

Nakheel Properties, with a legacy spanning over two decades, ranks among the elite developers renowned for masterpieces like Palm Jumeirah and Nakheel Mall.

Distinguished Projects: Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Park Homes, Al Furjan, Badrah, Dragon Towers, Jenan Heights

3. Meraas

Founded in 2007, Meraas, a Dubai-based enterprise, garners acclaim for its creations such as City Walk, Boxpark, and Port De La Mer.

Distinguished Projects: Port De La Mer, Bluewaters Residences, BVLGARI, Sur La Mer, Nikki Beach Residences, Cherrywoods

4. Dubai Properties

A subsidiary of Dubai Holding Group, Dubai Properties has made significant contributions to the Emirates’ infrastructure, offering properties like Jumeirah Beach Residence and Business Bay.

Distinguished Projects: Remraam, Dubai Wharf, 1/JBR, Bellevue Tower, Manazel Al Khor

5. Sobha Realty

Sobha Realty, a multinational developer, distinguishes itself through quality and recognizable ventures such as Sobha Hartland and Creek Vistas Grande.

Distinguished Projects: Forest Villas, The Crest, One Park Avenue, Creek Vistas Grande, Waves, Gardenia Villas, Hartland Greens

6. Meydan Group

Renowned for the Mohammed Bin Rashid City project, Meydan Group specializes in luxurious villas and commercial spaces.

Distinguished Projects: Meydan Racecourse, Emirates Airline Housing

7. Deyaar

Established in 2002, Deyaar Properties boasts an extensive portfolio across premier regions of Dubai, encompassing locales like Business Bay and Dubai Silicon Oasis.

Distinguished Projects: Mayfair Tower, Central Park, Midtown, Al Seef Tower, The Citadel

8. Omniyat

Founded in 2005, Omniyat focuses on off-plan property development, boasting notable ventures like The Opus and Langham Place Residences.

Distinguished Projects: The Sterling, Langham Place Residences, The Binary, One Palm, The Opus

9. DAMAC Properties

Established in 2002, DAMAC Properties is renowned for its high-profile developments such as DAMAC Hills and DAMAC Tower London.

Distinguished Projects: Ocean Heights, Park Towers, DAMAC Hills, AYKON City

10. MAG Property Development

MAG Property Development presents luxurious and affordable properties, featuring projects like MAGEYE and MAG318.

Distinguished Projects: MAGEYE, MAG318, MBL Residence, MAG 5 Boulevard, MAG 230

11. The First Group

A global developer, The First Group engages across various property segments, from affordable to high-end, with endeavors like The Bridge and Wyndham Dubai Marina.

Distinguished Projects: Dolphin Tower, The One, Ciel Tower, Avalon Tower, Sky Bay Hotel

12. Azizi Developments

Established in 2007, Azizi Developments has rebounded from adversity to offer projects like Riviera and Mina.

Distinguished Projects: Riviera, Mina, Aura, Grand Victoria

[harmonyckrs]

DAY 8 in Twisted Strangetown: The First Interrogation

THE PREVIOUS DAY

NAME: AKTU "TERRESTRIAL"

LIFE STAGE: ADULT

STATUS: ALIVE, FUNCTIONAL

Suspect appears mostly harmless and somewhat scatterbrained. He claimed he had the ability to "teleport like a ninja" so to ensure proper safety I locked him in a closet where he would not have enough room to perform said teleportation. We allowed him to leave only if someone was currently in his possession, as the teleportation can be easily interfered with if someone attempts to grab the teleporting person.

Suspect initially refused to speak for the first couple of hours, claiming that he would not respond without his lawyer or if we told him of who "tipped him off." It didn't take much to make him realize that he was just an idiot who left behind DNA evidence, though he didn't appear to be upset at the one person who could've actually figured it out.

Once he began to cooperate with me, I decided to begin by asking him a couple of questions about Vidcund. He seemed flustered throughout the questionnaire, so I imagine he has a case of Lima Syndrome. His words line up with what Lola stated that Vidcund had told her, with him picking him specifically to reverse said mind control, so no new information has been gained.

He also mentioned that he was not capable of reverting the mind control and that he had another person with him, but refused to say who. When I asked, he simply responded with "Joe" then laughed in my face. It is possible that this second person dose not exist and he is just unwell in the head, but further examination will be needed.

For the time being, the suspect will remain with us. I am unsure if it is safe to move him to a larger room, but I believe some physical tests should be run to better understand the suspect's abilities.

It all happened so suddenly.

I was in Bluewater Village, checking out some plants to get for my brother to celebrate him returning home, and the next thing I know I'm now part of a secret assassin ring that exists to get rid of shitty customers and whatever other requests that people make.

Man. Life's weird, isn't it?

Oh, and Chrissy was there too. I always knew something was up with her but I never really knew what. Guess I finally have my explanation! She seemed really surprised to see me there, and just seemed confused the whole meeting. Granted, I think everyone was all equally confused, considering what Florence told us.

She wants us to KILL JENNY.

I can't kill my sister, man! I don't think she even did anything wrong! Sure, she became really ditzy and nearly unresponsive after her marriage to Pol, but that's not worth killing over! Practically everyone in the room was confused, and half of them didn't even know who she was!

So naturally, I spoke out! I stood up and cursed her out, telling her that I refused to kill my sister and that I would actively stop anyone else in the room from trying. And then she just smiled, dismissed the meeting, and asked me to meet her at her flower shop again once everyone left.

As we walked, she started telling me stuff. It was mostly about her family legacy, and how she came from a family of infallibly good witches and warlocks but wanted to go down a different path, and then asked me this hella cryptic question:

"Do you like having a voice?"

And that's when I probably should've returned home.

THE NEXT DAY

[glowyjellyfish]

Megakingdom update!

...it's been a long time. The solution to my CC problem was both simple and time-consuming, although not as time-consuming as running the 50/50 method five hundred times in a row. I just hit my object mesh limit, and the solution was to go in and find a bunch of stuff I wasn't gonna use and delete it, and keep doing that until I could put all the rest of my stuff in without crashing. It should not have taken me two years to figure that out, but here we are.

Anyway, since then I spent my entire weekend playing a medieval legacy and sometimes doing Megakingdom makeovers. I finally made it to Strangetown, but first the Ramirezes!

I'm not sure Tessa's veil matches the rest of her style, but I've been thinking about putting that veil on her for months and months. I can always change it later. As a reminder, Checo Ramirez is the Duke of Bluewater Village (Malcolm Landgraab is the king of the Megakingdom, of course), and Tessa is likely to be paired off with somebody like Alexander Goth, provided her parents are able to have a male heir before too long.

At long last, the Curious brothers!

Despite being peasants, I think I got them looking very spiffy. MY only quibble is with Vidcund's glasses; the pince-nez make his eyes look even smaller and a bit cross-eyed, but I didn't have anything else that looked medieval enough. I also terminated Pascal's pregnancy and got him started on a fresh one with The Wild Hunt mod. His baby will be born later than usual, but that's no big deal. I'm planning to make them miners looking for rare and magical stones to study, and am going to remodel their house to be an abandoned quarry building they claimed. In my head it's great; gonna be a while before I get there, though!

The Smith family:

The Curious-Smith sisters have moved in with the Smith family; this is a medieval hood, Poly Tech needs to be responsible for them until they get married. The Smiths are merchants, and I tried to match their medieval clothing with their original styles as much as possible. I'm planning to reframe all these aliens as being fae, or specifically Unseelie--well, let me explain. I also have fairies in my game using supernatural lifestate mods, and will be making the Summerdreams into fairies. But I also got the Wild Hunt mod for my aliens, and concluded they're all Fae from the land of Faerie; the fairies are from the more civilized Seelie Court and are generally known as Fairies, and have been formally interacting with humans for some time. The aliens are Unseelie who do not align with the Court for various reasons, and generally like to mess with humans for their own amusement at their leisure. Poly Tech had his wild past but is now obviously an exception, choosing to live among humans, and I'm thinking about changing his name to match.

The Smiths are probably going to be blacksmiths; I'm not worrying about fae interacting with iron as that would be very difficult to deal with. Well, I might make them smith everything but iron. We'll see.

The other Singles ladies:

Erin will be moving in with her brother, minor gentry lord Loki Beaker. Kristen Loste will have to look out for herself, and needs to find a husband ASAP.

And the Specter/Nigmos household:

I tried to keep Ophelia's natural hair while also giving her a nice medieval look befitting her station. Olive is the Duchess of Strangetown, and though Nervous is her heir--hidden with the Beakers for his safety, but now that it has become clear that she really does not have any other options for a true male heir, he's getting acknowledged and will be moving in soon. Loki has, of course, been trying to keep the future Duke under his control and manipulated into compliance; he'll be trying to make Nervous marry Erin to get closer to that seat of power, but they don't usually like each other. I'm going to try pairing up Nervous with Pascal, of course, but this is a medieval hood, Nervous will probably have to marry a woman in order to produce a proper heir.

That's it for now--I'm about to change up the aging mods in a duplicate medieval game folder to see if I prefer something faster than before. Wish me luck!

[pleasanttaleswithkaityb]

Resurrected by the power of Checo's imploring, Lisa Ramirez returns from the clutches of death, sealing her gratitude with a kiss that speaks volumes of their rekindled spark. In Bluewater Bay, not even a dance with death can halt the romance, proving love's triumph in the most supernatural of circumstances.

Ugh the best love stories write themselves ❤️🥲

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Check out The Beginning of the Ramirez's Spring! Learn more about the Ramirez family here! (not updated at the moment)

[simthorium]

“That family reunion was really fun, baby,” Diedre said at dinner the next night. “I’m glad you enjoyed it,” said Toby. “I know my family can be really overwhelming, but it’s always just a lot of fun to see everyone.” “Yeah, and Jason had a great time, too,” said Diedre. “It’s so cool that he’s the big cousin,” Toby said proudly. “Setting a good example for the younger kids, being responsible. He’s got a good head on his shoulders.” “He sure does,” said Diedre.

Just then, Jason snuck out of his house.

"Dude, where did you even find this car?” Jason asked, opening the dustiest car he’d ever been in. “Don’t ask questions, man,” said Li. “You wanted to hang out with what’s her face, this is the only way we could make it happen. Get in and let’s go!”

An hour later, Jason and Li were on the other side of the city. Jason had been chatting with a girl named Marsha for a few weeks online and finally decided to meet up. The only issue was Jason didn’t have a car. So he’d roped in his cousin’s boyfriend to help, landing him in a very cute garden with the girl he knew was the love of his life. “I’m so glad we finally get to see each other in real life,” Marsha said. “Me too,” Jason said, a little nervous. “You’re so gorgeous, I feel like I keep forgetting what I wanna say.”

“Let’s not talk so much then, yeah?” Marsha asked. Jason felt his cheeks heat up. He grabbed Marsha around the back and pulled her into a dramatic kiss. They stayed like that for a while before Marsha broke away first, giggling a bit. “You watch a lot of romance movies, don’t you?” she asked. “Only a little,” he said, his face still hot. “Ok, a lot.”

The two laughed and laid together in the grass beside the garden. Jason felt comfortable with this girl, and so glad they could finally meet in person. He wrapped his arm around her shoulder and she placed her hand on his chest, and he could’ve sworn he was in love. The two looked up at the stars for a while before Jason turned to Marsha, staring into her eyes. “Do you want to be my girlfriend?” he asked rather fast. Marsha smiled. “I’d love to,” she said.

[fencinginmedway]

Fencing in Strood, a town in the Medway area of Kent, offers not only the opportunity for residents and visitors to enhance their properties with stylish and functional fencing but also the chance to explore several local attractions and landmarks. Here's a look at some of the attractions and activities that Strood has to offer:

1. Temple Manor (Temple Manor): This historic site in Strood is a well-preserved 13th-century Templar building, featuring medieval architecture and a beautiful surrounding landscape. It's a fascinating glimpse into the past and a great place for history enthusiasts.

2. Riverside Country Park: Located along the River Medway, this park is a perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts. It offers walking and cycling trails, picnic areas, and birdwatching opportunities. The Riverside Cafe provides a place to relax and enjoy the view.

3. Strood Library: For those who love books and cultural experiences, Strood Library is a welcoming place to read, study, and attend community events.

4. The Friars – Aylesford Priory: Just a short drive away, this historic priory, with its beautiful gardens and a tranquil atmosphere, is a serene place to visit and reflect.

5. Dickens World: Nearby Chatham is home to Dickens World, an indoor visitor attraction dedicated to the life and works of Charles Dickens. It offers an interactive experience for all ages and is a great way to learn about the famous author's legacy.

6. Upnor Castle: This Tudor artillery fortress on the River Medway offers a unique historical experience. Explore the grounds and exhibits while enjoying scenic river views.

7. Bluewater Shopping Centre: If shopping is your thing, the massive Bluewater Shopping Centre is not far from Strood. It's one of the UK's largest shopping destinations, offering a wide range of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.

When it comes to fencing in Strood, residents have the opportunity to not only enhance their properties but also to explore the rich history and natural beauty of the surrounding area. From historic sites to scenic parks, Strood and its vicinity offer a diverse range of attractions to enjoy. So, whether you're looking for a day of exploration or a relaxing outdoor adventure, Strood has something to offer for everyone.

[annegirl13]

All right!  The Landgraab round is finally finished!    I’m not sure when the next household (Florence Delarosa) will be ready, but I’m trying to get into the habit of playing and queuing things up on weekends.  Thanks for all the replies to the story, and I can’t wait to see where the rest of this round goes, and where Malcolm’s story goes next! 

Check below the cut for a few outtakes and some thoughts on the writing process this time around.

On Abby and Fleming:

Abby is technically pregnant in game, but she isn’t actually showing yet.  Her “baby bump” in the pictures is a combination of the top (which is a custom version of the default pregnancy outfits I have), the fat body shape, and some trick photography.  My favorite is the one below.

That scene with Abby and Fleming was really hard to write, but I like how it turned out.  He’s such a mercenary jerk! 

On Malcolm’s decision to start over:

I was originally going to have Malcolm buy a big empty lot right next to the old Landgraab manor and do some lawn living, but I don’t think that’s what he would do.  Buying a cheap house in the city makes more sense.  He’s going to need a bigger place eventually, though. Maybe he’ll make enough to buy back Landgraab Manor?  We’ll see...

Malcolm’s lawyer, Lily Gates (whose name I keep spelling different ways), was a suggestion for sims to attend Cynthia Kim’s baby shower.  I read her entry on the Sims wiki and decided she could be Malcolm’s lawyer.  I’m not sure she’ll show up again in any important role, but you never know. 

On Malcolm and Charlotte:

They are so cute!  They have three bolts and mutual crush hearts at the moment.  They’re also best friends. I’m excited to explore their relationship some more, and to see what they get up to on community lots as I play other sims. 

I was really hoping that Abby would show up while Malcolm and Charlotte were out together, but I ended up having to summon her to the park to get the pictures.  There wasn’t a confrontation this time around, but Charlotte definitely noticed that Abby is pregnant, so I can almost guarantee some drama next time.  

On Charlotte and Lillian:

I loved making that picture of Lillian snooping through the window.  It just seems like the kind of thing she would do.  I don’t know that she’s dating anyone at the moment, but she’s definitely interested in her sisters’ love lives.  I’m going to try to find a way to get her and the other Worthingtons into the story next round.  (Did anybody notice Frances II and Charlotte in the trial pictures? Mrs. Worthington was there too, just out of frame.  They were all there and saw the official outcome, although not the drama afterwards.) 

Final Thoughts:

This round took forever to write and play.  I had most of it planned out, at least a little bit, for quite a while, but it took time to figure out how to put all my ideas together.  Again, I really appreciate the help I got from you guys with the poll I put out, and all of your replies to the posts. They really did help, and it always makes my day to get an email that someone has replied to a post.  Thank you so much!

I’ll see you soon for Florence Delarosa’s round!  

[landgraabsims]

Welcome to the Landgraab Legacy!

Malcolm Landgraab IV has lived a privileged life. But years of overindulgence and terrible neglect of his Bluewater Village businesses have left him penniless!

He has no choice but to sell everything he owns at a deficit to his business rivals, the Altos...and move somewhere completely new. Somewhere the Landgraab name will haunt him no longer...

It's just an empty, abandoned plain for now. No residents, no locals, just a forgotten area of land on the road between Pleasantview and SimCity. Maybe Malcolm will be able to use his business smarts to make this place into something new...restore prestige to the Landgraab family name...and maybe even start a family?

Or maybe his efforts will end in disaster and ruin, just like last time. Only time will tell...