A Dynasty of Koffi - Update 1-6-2016 - Gen 10 - FINISHED

[fanofaband]

The beginning of the end is now.  Or more like, the worst birthday ever.


I'm so sorry Coal, I wish you could have been with us longer.
Coal:  *whines*
I'm just glad we could make you comfortable, and I'm glad you had plenty of time with your puppies.

Alright old man, go do something else for a minute.
Vente:  Woman!
What?

Vente, no!
Vente:  Well... it kind of has to happen.  I have to end up like Mom so Mocha can finally get married and move, right?
But... that doesn't mean I want it to happen.
Vente:  Yes you did and you know it.
Well... hush.
Vente:  So nice.

Vente:  Don't worry, I'll see you soon.
Goodbye old man, it was fun while it lasted, and you lasted for quite a long time.  You made it to 111!
Vente:  I love you too.

It took us awhile to find his tombstone.  Guess where it ended up?

Right in front of his easel.
Mocha:  Dad would have enjoyed it.
I know, and I won't move it.
Marta:  Good, cause I'd move it back.


I'm sorry Mimi, this has been the worst birthday ever.  First your mate dies, then the man who adopted you dies.  And you're more grey.
Mimi:  *whines*
I know, honey, the worst birthday ever, but you'll be able to live the rest of your life in comfort, I promise.

Marta:  I finally found a use for that ghost potion Vente made.
Oh yeah?

Marta:  Yeah, now go away.

Ah, I see...

Someone wanted another baby, I take it?
Marta:  You know the two of us did, we just... took a little detour, it seems.
Well I'm happy for you.  What do you think, Mocha?
Mocha:  I'm going to have a baby brother!
Are you sure?
Mocha:  Definitely a brother.


Mocha:  Ohmygodohmygodohmygod you're having a baby!
Marta:  You think?  Just... go over there, you're really not helping.  And take the dogs with you!


Awwww... nooboo...  Boy or girl?
Marta:  We had a boy, and his name is Brian.
Mocha:  Baby brother!  Squeeee!
Haha, you were right all along.  Congratulations!

[SadieHamming]

Aww, a ghost baby! Poor doggie's birthday was so bad!

[fanofaband]

Hehe, yup, that's what I was hoping for!

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Mocha loves her baby brother, don't you?

Mocha:  Nooboo!  Who's a cute little nooboo?  You are, you are!
Ugh, diabetes...
Mocha:  *kissy noises*

She loves him and dotes on him so much, she even took him to his cake, and not their mother.


So... you know your brother's kinda scary, right?
Mocha:  Only when you look in the mirror!  He's adorable when you look at him out of the mirror.  Well, no, he's always adorable.
Marta:  *laughs*  I'll have plenty of time to spend with my son, I really don't have any problems letting Mocha play with him so much.  She'll move out soon, anyway.
Mocha:  And she's letting me teach him everything!


Mocha:  With plenty of cuddle time in between, as well.

Mocha:  But... it's coming to an end now.
Ooh, does that mean...?
Mocha:  Yep, I got my final promotion!

That's the look of a very satisfied woman.
Mocha:  Final promotion and my lifetime wish fulfilled.  Ahh... love this feeling.  Just a few more things to do and I can die happy.
Let's get it done, then!

But first, get this out of the way.

Mocha:  Me with part of my painting collection.  All done by Dad, of course, and all but one of them are over 6000 simoleons!
Congratulations!
Mocha:  And I'm going to leave the house without much money, it's all going to Mom and Brian.
Good for you!  That's what your Dad did too, leave money to your Grandfather and Patterns.
Mocha:  It's a nice tradition to keep.
Yes, yes it is.

So you called Kurtis over, right?
Mocha:  Yes.
No party?
Mocha:  Ugh, work made it impossible and we both wanted to be married the night of my last promotion.
Well, as long as you two are happy with this.
Mocha:  I believe we are.  Can I show off my dress now?
Of course you can.

You look beautiful, honey.
Mocha:  *blush*  Thank you.
I'm sure Kurtis will love it.  *hears doorbell*
Mocha:  *nervous*  I hope so!




Congratulations, Mocha and Kurtis Koffi!
Kurtis:  So you're going to be in my head too now, huh?
Yup, exciting, isn't it?
Kurtis:  Oh, so much.
Mocha:  *kisses him*  So where are we living?
Kurtis:  Oh just wait and see!

325 Oak Grove Road.  Sadly, I don't have a picture of the outside, but it's a big house with a huge backyard, perfect for a garden.  I guess having Marta keep Snuggles' garden going wasn't such a bad idea after all, was it?
Mocha:  What?
I just have a feeling.  By the way Kurtis, your dad's a vampire.  Know what that means?
Kurtis:  I can finally kick out my kleptomaniac parents and their dumb cat?
Yup!
Kurtis:  Whoo!
Barry and Gwen Fulton moved out that night with their cat.  You might wonder why their last name is Fulton, and Kurtis' last name was Vandyke before he got married.  Barry and Gwen were only engaged when they moved to town.  Kurtis' brother, Johnpaul, has the last name Fulton, while their sister, Cherie, shares Kurtis' last name of Vandyke.  So now we have the Koffi's, a Fulton, and a Vandyke in the house.  Oh, and Patches moved in too.
Mocha:  Stop summarizing and go away, we have work to do!
Kurtis:  I like the sound of that...

Mocha:  I thought you might...
Wait, did I hear chimes?

[loveSims]

Congrats on moving Mocha out!

[fanofaband]

Just in case anyone's wondering which house they're in, I finally got a picture.


Now, we have a new cast of characters to introduce.

Johnpaul Fulton, the middle brother, who was also in Mocha's mind for who to marry.  He wants to be a Master Mixologist, so I guess I know what the next heir's property will be!


Cherie Vandyke, the evil, mean-spirited little sister.  Her wish is Perfect Mind, Perfect Body, and at the moment is tethered to the chemistry station.


And, last but not least, Mocha's husband, Kurtis Vandyke, the oldest of the siblings.  He's an artistic virtuoso and he started off with One Sim Band, but that got changed to Master of the Arts.

Mocha:  Are we done?
Yup, go ahead.

Mocha:  Nooboos!
Congratulations!  What are you hoping for?
Mocha:  Oh I don't care, as long as the little one's healthy.
Kurtis:  I want a girl.  If you cared to ask.
Well, that's the beauty of being with you for a long, long time.  We get to chat it up later.
Kurtis:  Great...  I'ma go paint.


Cherie:  Awww... nooboo!  I can steal candy, finally!
Oh no you don't!  You're staying by this table until you can find that potion for your brother.
Cherie:  Well, obviously that hasn't been true so far, I mean, I'm pregnant.
Yeah, I know, but I also told you to.
Cherie:  Whatever.

You'll be interested to know her boyfriend is Benjamen Koffi, the son of Elizabeth and Miraj.  Elizabeth is one of Vente's sisters, one of the triplets.  Sadly, all of that generation is now dead, Liz was the last one to die.  Gobias finally died as well, I'd given him a couple of Young Again Potions so he could see his grandkids.  She and Benjamen got together without any help from me, and Johnpaul was actually dating Liz until she died.  Strange how Story Progression works, right?

Unfortunately, I always overlook adding one important thing whenever I have my sims move.

Can anyone guess what it was?
Kurtis:  Just be happy he didn't freak the girls into labor.  Ugh, could you imagine?
At least you'd be away from the hormones.
Kurtis:  Huh, this is true.  Hey you two, have babies!
*snickers*
Kurtis:  Hey it worked!
Don't kid yourself.


Awww... hey there, little girl!  What are you naming her?
Mocha:  I can't break tradition, can I?  Her name is Java.
What a pretty little nooboo!
Mocha:  And Kurtis is naming her twin.
Wait, twins?  At least you're not having triplets.

So Kurtis, what's her name?
Kurtis:  Megan.  I've always liked that name.
Well hello to you too, cutie!  Congratulations you two, they're beautiful!
Mocha & Kurtis:  *beams*

John:  Ohmygoyohmygodohmygod.  My baby sister is having a baby!

Silly boy, go back to bed!
John:  *whines*
Cherie:  Go to bed!
John:  Fine, no more support for you!
Cherie:  Well, you're kind of worthless as it is.

Awwww, baby boy!  What's his name?
Cherie:  Benny.  After his dad.
Well, good for you!
Cherie:  Now if you'll excuse me, I have to go back to sleep.
So kind.

All born on the same night.  Almost triplets.  Almost.

[RainBeau]

Ohhh, so that's what almost triplets means! Interesting...so, they are double cousins right? That's pretty close!

[fanofaband]

Yep!  It's a little confusing when you look at the family tree, but it's all good.  I like how story progression does things sometimes, though I wish there were more kids born into townie families.  Oh well.

So the Fulton/Vandyke household all has that greenish-brown hair color.  I promised myself I wouldn't change any hair color they're born with... but I dunno, I might end up changing things.  It's hard to look at sometimes.  Have enough for another couple of updates, and I'll do it once I stop being lazy.

[fanofaband]

Mocha dotes on the three babies in the household.

Mocha:  I like to help, and Cherie has a job she needs to advance in.
Plus she really doesn't want to take care of the kid.  And I still have her chained to the chemistry table.
Mocha:  Well, that too.
Cherie:  Die slowly...


Kurtis:  Urgh...
Ha!  You're old.
Kurtis:  And you're a jerk.  Hey Cherie, get it yet?
Cherie:  You'd know if I did, now go away before I throw some of these chemicals on you.
I have a feeling you'll do it anyway.  Don't worry Kurtis, we'll get you younger again sooner or later.
Kurtis:  Hmph.


Mocha:  Awww... nooboo!
Nooboo!?
Kurtis:  *snickers*  Don't tell me you didn't hear the chimes?
Mocha:  I wanted another child before I couldn't have any more.  Is there something wrong with that?
Of course not dear, as long as you're happy!
John:  What about my happiness?
Let's see.  You've maxed Mixology and we're too poor to buy a bar yet.  Hmmm... looks like your happiness is on hold there, buddy.
John:  Jerk.
Hey, I'm trying!
John:  Uh huh.
Go away...

Soon enough, the almost triplets became toddlers.  And oh my god, the cuteness.

Little Java, our generation 3 heir, with blue eyes.

Java's twin, Megan, who somehow has purple eyes.  As far as I know, they're not on the family tree at all!

And Cherie's little boy, Benny, with super bright blue eyes.  Oh my god, cutest toddler I've ever seen.  *pinches his cheeks*
Benny:  *squeaks and rolls away*
You're so cute!  Yes, his favorite color is spice brown.  A lot of people don't seem to like it, but I think it works wonderfully on him.  *hugsquishnuzzle*  Urgh, not fair.

So Mocha, you're still taking care of all of them, aren't you?
Mocha:  Yep.
And you're very pregnant.
Mocha:  Yep!
I'd say you have my sympathy, but you wanted to do this on your own, didn't you?
Mocha:  Yep!



At least you're helping Cherie out with Benny.
Mocha:  I have a lot of time on my hands, of course I'm going to take care of the kids!


Mocha:  *yells*
Er... want to go to the hospital this time?
Mocha:  No!  The only reason my grandma Jamie went to the hospital to have her kids was because she was a doctor.  The rest of us are just fine
Okay hormones, just take it easy, don't want to stress out the...

Mocha:  NOOBOO!
Kurtis:  Another girl!  Yay!
I love how you're the one who's wanted all the girls.
Mocha:  Oh I'm not complaining.
I'd like to point out I haven't done anything to determine gender except for the triplets in gen 1.  This has been all them.
Kurtis:  I'm just awesome.
...go paint or something.  Anyway, what's her name?
Mocha:  Kurtis named her Catherine.  Isn't she pretty?
Of course she is, she's your daughter!


Mocha:  Hi Benny-boo.  You're okay with being an only child, aren't you?  You have your cousins to play with, after all!
Benny:  *giggles and snuggles*
Mocha:  You're too cute, kiddo.  Auntie loves you!
I'm seriously too attached to this kid.  Even though he's Evil like his mother.


Mocha:  See?  This is why I wanted another child so quickly after the twins.
Well you're still lovely, dear.  And you got your lifetime wish before you even moved!
Mocha:  You're kind of a vulture, aren't you?  You're just hoping my grave will be like Dad's.
I won't lie and tell you that's not it at all, because that's part of it.  But I also love seeing you all happy, I really do.


Happy birthday, Princess!
Cat:  *gurgles and eyes the faucets*
Yes honey, they're turned off, I promise...

Mocha:  I'm so proud of you, honey.
Cat:  Are you sure they're off?  I swear I hear running water.  Lemme just take a break and go crawl over there to see.... *babbles*


Oh the deja vu.  Just... stop trying to stick the blocks up your noses, okay cuties?
Java:  No promises.

[fanofaband]

Even with Generations, the Child stage is still the most boring for me.  Took awhile for me to push through, so this might be a quick update because of boredom.

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Well I haven't seen this since he was born.
Cherie:  It's his birthday, figured I'd be nice.
Now that's a first.
Cherie:  Shut up.  Let's get all this over with.
For once, couldn't agree with you more.


First is child-Java, in her lovely green look.

Next is her twin, Megan, with red as always.

And finally, Benny, in spice brown.  He's still adorable isn't he?  *pinches cheeks*
Benny:  Woman, get away from me!
I'm bigger than you, deal with it.
Benny:  Moooooom!  Can we move?
Cherie:  I wish.


John:  You're a jerk, you forgot about me.
That I did, but here you are!
John:  I'm old.
Yes, yes you are.  At least your wish of being a Master Mixologist is fulfilled!
John:  At least you're nice about that.  Finally bought Eugi's, and renamed it Koffi's.
Surprised you didn't name it Fulton's.
John:  Eh, I was nice.


You three have fun together before Benny's shipped off to school.
Benny:  Wait, what?
Sorry kiddo, don't have the patience, even though you're adorable.
Benny:  At least it gets me away from you for awhile.
Yup, that's right.
Megan:  What about me?
Well... that's the problem.  You were enrolled in a boarding school, but they never showed up...
Megan:  So... that means...
No one can take you out of boarding school, and the one here won't take you because of it...
Megan:  So... I don't have to go to school?
Exactly.
Megan:  Whoo!  No homework!
Java:  Ugh, why can't I get shipped off?
You need to get onto the honor roll.
Java:  Lame.
Very.

Well... like I said, the Child stage is the worst for me, so... not many pictures.  And now, another child!

I see you've been online recently...
Cat:  What makes you say that?
I see those gloves.
Cat:  Just because I have to live here doesn't mean I have to touch all the dirt.
You're... an inventor.
Cat:  My point still stands.
Whatever works, dear!


Those are the faces of three very satisfied people.
Kurtis:  I just joined the ranks, finally finished up with the guitar.
Congratulations!  And you'll be happy to know at least one of your daughters is following in your footsteps.
Kurtis:  HAHA!  Megan takes after me!
Just... not that way, I hope.
Kurtis:  Hey!
Go do something useful.
Kurtis:  Make me!
Okay!
Kurtis:  Oh yeah...
So smart.  Congratulations Cherie, you've cornered the market in this family.
Cherie:  Haha, I'm smart and you're not!
Kurtis:  Oh go steal something!
As much as I enjoy this lively banter... I think this is it for now.
Kurtis:  Nono, we'll be good!
Cherie:  We promise!
Mocha:  Don't believe them.
I know.

[fanofaband]

Just a quick thing I figured I'd add.

Gobias is dead, but he now has 7 great-grandchildren.

Java, Megan, and Catherine, daughters of Mocha and Kurtis.

Glenn and Bill, twin sons of Snuggles and Ricky.

Alanna, adopted daughter of Molly and Lima.

Benny, son of Cherie Vandyke and Benjamen Koffi.

He's done a very good job starting off his DecaDynasty, don't you think?  If you count his dead father, Gaylord Koffi, this is the 5th generation of Koffi's in Sunset Valley.  I'm proud of him, and I definitely miss him.

[loveSims]

Because of this story I see Gobias with different eyes. I always thought he was kind of pathetic, but not anymore!

[fanofaband]

I've always had a bit of a soft spot for him, I'm glad to see we're changing a few minds!

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A string of birthdays started up, meaning, the almost-triplets became teenagers.  I pulled Benny out of his boarding school just so I could see how he looks as a teen.  I'm impressed.  But!  First off was Java, our heir.

What are you wishing for?
Java:  Peace on Earth?
Benny & Cherie:  Ha!  You said it out loud, it doesn't have to happen!
Java:  Crap.

Wow.  Your grandma Claire has some impressive genetics.  Wish Jamie and Gobias had lasted longer though...  I think you look a little American Indian-ish.
Java:  I take that as a complement.
I know.

Next was her twin, Megan.

What about you?
Megan:  I wish I could go to school.
Yeah... sorry, that won't happen either.  Whatever glitch this is isn't stopping.
Megan:  *sigh*  Whatever.

You clean up pretty nice though.
Megan:  Why thank you.  Oh!  Now I can learn guitar!
Kurtis:  Here honey, you can have mine.
Megan:  Thanks Dad!

Last was Benny.

And you?
Benny:  To get away from you for the rest of my life.
Ha!  You didn't learn.
Benny:  *mutters*

*whistles*  Why couldn't you have been my heir?  The Koffi/Jolina genes are still strong in you at least.
Benny:  I know I look good!
Too bad you're going back to boarding school.
Benny:  At least my wish will be granted a little bit.
True.


I recognize this garden.
Java:  Mom told me I could come pick through Grandma's garden to supplement my own.
Very good.  At least no one takes offense to it.  Have you met your Uncle Brian yet?
Java:  I've seen him around town.  I like him, you can see through him!
*laughs*

Nice garden you're starting up there.  And you've already gotten to level 5 of your Gardening career!
Java:  Too bad it's slow going now.
We'll get you there.  And if you don't, then we'll do some ghost-busting.
Java:  Sweet.


Well hi there Marta.
Marta:  You use my garden, I use your trampoline.
*grins*  Fair enough.
Marta:  *sticks out tongue*


True to the title, Java goes to prom.  She has a nice earthy look to her, don't you think?

Where are you off to, Megan?
Megan:  Prom.
How?
Megan:  No idea, don't question it.
Alright then!


Java came back from prom with a romantic interest, this is him.  Unfortunately he aged up to young adult the next day.  He's also not very compatible, trait wise, but she doesn't have very many options.  Another boy she met is insane but hates the outdoors.  Might go with him, but he clashes with her Loves the Outdoors and Eco-Friendly traits.  At least they both have nice houses, we'll just see who she goes for when she ages up again.


And finally, Cherie looks happy!
Cherie:  I feel better than ever, finally finished with athletic.
Congratulations, your lifetime wish is finished!
Cherie:  I guess I should say thank you...
You're welcome.

I should also add Benny went back to Dribbledine Sports Academy, and Cat has been sent to the School of Peace and Love.

[fanofaband]

Things aren't going very well for Java right now.  She's only had 2 opportunities pop up, and that was in high school.  The family needs 2 NPC friends, Java needs 8 black ops, and to max a career.  Gardening was going to be it, but she's only at level 7, and it's really hard for me to get anywhere with it.  Just not finding any money tree seeds like I was hoping, I've never had much luck with them.  Does anyone have any hints as to where they spawn more frequently?

[fanofaband]

Hey now John, what are you doing?!
John:  Well, I had a good life.  At least you helped.
Yeah but...
John:  Oh shut up, it's not like we won't see each other again.
*sigh*  I guess you're right.  Thank you John.

John gave us a headstone worthy of a move, but I'd like to try for a large.  Poor John wasn't used as much as he should have been.
Mocha:  Poor John.  I'm even older than he is, but he went first.
But you have to remember, your dad lived to be 111.  You're probably following in his footsteps.
Mocha:  Hmm, good point.


It must be so hard living with your Family-Oriented sister-in-law.
Cherie:  *cackles*  Not really.  At least I get this cool glow, even if it means the dogs bark at me all the time.
Dogs?  Oh yeah!  Patches finally got enough LTH points to get a clone voucher.  Never found a good mate for her.

Meet her puppy, Splotch!


Mocha:  Well, I didn't beat Dad's time.
Mocha!
Mocha:  Hey, it's okay, you were kind of waiting for this to happen anyway.
I know, but it doesn't mean I'm happy about it.  The family just got over John's death too...
Mocha:  *snort*  So compassionate.
I know, right?

Mocha:  Besides, I think you should take your time and console Cherie.
Oh yeah, she's so broken up about it...  You two never got along.
Mocha:  No, but she's still family.
Cherie:  *cackles*

Mocha gave us a large headstone, and was put by the garden, right next to John.


Hey John.  I see you haven't gotten over your Mixologist obsession.
John:  Hey, at least it's something I'm good at!
This is true.  For a Couch-Potato Slob, it's a miracle.
John:  Hey!

And what do you think you're doing?
Mocha:  Reading.  And making Cherie hate her life.
You're a wonderful person.
Mocha:  I know right?

We've had birthdays!

Java's kept her outdoorsy, American Indianish look.
Java:  I need a new job.
*sigh*  I know.  We'll do something real quick and see if it helps.

Megan:  Any idea why I can't get a job?
No clue, but at least you can have a profession if you want one?
Megan:  Ugh.

And guess who finally came home!
Benny:  Well hello there...
Uh huh, you can't really flirt with an all-knowing being.
Benny:  I can try!
He wants to follow his mother and take over the family business.  Say hello to the future Emperor of Evil.
Benny:  *flexes*

Rounding off our birthdays is Cherie getting old!
Cherie:  I hate you.
Oh I know.  At least you got to retire.
Cherie:  Not like I wanted to.
I know, but I don't want you dying off-lot.
Cherie:  I really hate you.


Java:  This is your big plan?  Sending me to China for 3 days?
Well... you get new seeds to plant, and you might be able to get a promotion with everything you've harvested.
Java:  Doubt it, but we'll see.
*flies home*
Java:  Yeah, it didn't work.
To the Business career!

[fanofaband]

Well look who came home.
Cat:  Why thank you.  At least I didn't glitch like Megan.
You're welcome?  You clean up really nicely.
Cat:  Thank you again.  Can I get a job now?
Go for it, be a singer, dear.
Cat:  *runs off*

As Cat entertains the masses, let's play a game.  It's called "Name the Relative".
Cat:  Shush.
*whispers*  The red-head is their cousin Glenn, and the brunette is Bill.  They're the twins of Ricky and Snuggles.  If you remember, Ricky is Mocha's younger brother and Snuggles is Mocha's imaginary friend.  The woman with the grey hair is Marta.  Congrats on finally becoming an Elder!
Marta:  SHUTUP!

Kurtis is an Adult now.
Kurtis:  I want new hair, a new house, new clothes, a tattoo, a remodel, a....
Oh go to sleep.  We'll get a few things done.  He wanted to remodel the house, so they have a new living room now.

More modern, right?


WOAH.  Just, woah.  What are you doing there, stud?
Benny:  None of your business.
I think it is if you're rolling wishes to marry her...
Benny:  She's... the maid.
You want to marry the maid.
Benny:  Yep!
...oooookay...

Well, at least you're happy!
Benny:  Yep, now go away.
Hang on, gotta make your new woman pretty.
Jana:  What?  I'm not pretty enough already?
No offense dear, but... you're wearing a fur coat.  As everyday wear.  And it's not even red.
Jana:  Oh I'll get something red?  Let's do it!  Oh, by the way, I want to be in Forensics.
I think we can handle that.

Is that better?
Jana:  Much.
Benny:  Oh Jana....
Jana:  Is this going to lead to kids?  I don't like kids.
Benny:  *evil cackle*
Jana:  What have I gotten myself into?
Welcome to the family.

Benny:  Mwaha.  The plan has begun...


Splotch, who is Patches' clone, has grown to Adult.  Happy to see the floppy ears!  I was hoping Patches would have those when she was born, but oh well.  Splotch also has a pink foreleg.  I think it's pink.  But she's cool, I'm surprised they weren't more alike.


Jana:  Nooboo!
Uh...
Jana:  Wait.  Nooboo?
There we go.
Jana:  NOOBOO?!  BENNY!
Benny:  Uh... time for work...


Jana:  Awww... nooboo...
Here we go again.
Jana:  Wait.  Nooboo!  Get her away from me!
Oh Cherie... time to take your granddaughter away from your daughter-in-law.
Cherie:  *cackles*
Benny:  Her name is Tracey, by the way.
Hiya Tracey!


Jana:  Another nooboo?
You didn't have twins, what's up?
Jana:  You ignored us for too long, that's what's up.
Touche.  So Benny talked you into it again, huh?
Jana:  He's sneaky.
We'll go with that.  Naming this one yourself?
Jana:  Talia.
Cutie, what a good name!

During all this time, Java's been trying to hunt down opportunities, but has only found 2, and keeps climbing the corporate ladder.  She's almost to the top!


And now Tracey's growing up!
Tracey:  *cackles*
She's a cutie, huh?

Tracey:  *cackles*  Now I'll be able to chase you, Mommy.  You shall rue the day you taught me how to function!
Oh lord, I think Evil runs in the family.
Benny:  *sniffles*  I'm so proud.
Cherie:  *sniffles*  So am I son, so am I.


You won't be able to out-run the kids anymore now.
Jana:  Ugh, wrinkles.  UGH, arthritis!
The evil ones:  *cackles in unison*

Speaking of Evil, it's kept going.

Talia, you are too cute for words.  I think you get it from your daddy.
Jana:  HEY!
I'm glad to see you got blue eyes.  They're so bright!
Talia:  *giggles*

I love the girls so much, I've saved them both to my bin.  And Benny.  Too bad they're not the heirs.
Java:  HEY!