Author Topic: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay PART 1 COMPLETED  (Read 95443 times)

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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #105 on: June 05, 2011, 02:44:38 AM »
And our first Generations family is the Lin family.

Baby Andre has a new name; Marlin, and newly decorated room! His Aunt Roxie has a brand new truck in her favourite colour, and there is a new gnome on the lot.


All the adults have had makeovers, ranging from minor (Jules) to mega (Shirley):


Life is normal for these sims. Marlin enjoys being fed and cuddled. Jules works on his fishing at the best fishing spots the Bay has to offer. Shirley takes Marlin for a stroll in her new pram, and at night goes to a party at the McGraw house. She is doing well at work, and is promoted to Trauma Surgeon. Roxie plays her guitar for tips in the park, and goes shopping. She performs to concerts in one night, and on another night she goes to a rock concert where her band (The Barnacles) is invited to perform on stage with the Screaming Llamas. She and her band members earn a celebrity star!


Little Marlin grows into a toddler. He has his dad's skin colour and afro hair. His favourite activity is playing in his castle toy box.

Jules is delighted to teach Marlin to walk. But it's Aunt Roxie that is Marlin's favourite. She teaches him to talk, and even reads him his favourite bed time stories.


Time flies and it's not long before it's time to welcome the newest family member. This is Jules and Shirley's daughter Piranha. She has the traits: virtuoso and exciteable.



The next family will be the last family in Round 2 - the Fangs.

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« Reply #106 on: June 05, 2011, 04:23:32 AM »
Welcome Piranha! Happy Birthday to everyone that had a birthday!
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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #107 on: June 05, 2011, 05:09:43 AM »
Plain awesomeness, Pally! Well done on the updates, loved each of them. Welcome to the newborns and happy birthday everyone! :D
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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #108 on: June 07, 2011, 02:56:28 AM »
thank you Chronic, Gogo, and lilygirl for your comments. :) If you ever want to suggest improvements (to the way it's presented, or the stories themselves), or want me to upload a sim or house to the swap shop, just let me know.

I have a little dilemma at the moment, because I tried to redo the Fang castle, and ended up not happy with it (again). I've 'ordered' a new custom built castle/tower for them, but I'm not stupid enough to think it can be done overnight lol. What do you think, should I continue with round 3 and leave the fang's alone till their house is ready? Or should I wait?

...by the way, did you notice I named the Lin kids after fish? I'm in love with the name Piranha :D

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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #109 on: June 10, 2011, 09:34:59 PM »
No opinions on moving on or waiting for the fang house? :(

Also, I'm considering jazzing it up a little for round 3. Like first person(sim) accounts, and playing each family longer, and making the order of families random. Any opinions on that? Or is this simply not a popular enough story for opinions...?

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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #110 on: June 10, 2011, 10:13:45 PM »
No opinions on moving on or waiting for the fang house? :(

Also, I'm considering jazzing it up a little for round 3. Like first person(sim) accounts, and playing each family longer, and making the order of families random. Any opinions on that? Or is this simply not a popular enough story for opinions...?
This is a very popular story pally! I think that is due to how beautiful and original your writing style is, by the way. :)

I'm not sure about the housing dilemma. I'm sure everybody is looking forward to updates, but that is up to you. A first person account would certainly be different, but I think I like the idea. As for the family rotation, maybe you could just play whatever family you feel like, or whichever you find the most interesting?

Whatever you decide to do, good luck! :)
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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #111 on: June 10, 2011, 10:21:55 PM »
No opinions on moving on or waiting for the fang house? :(

Also, I'm considering jazzing it up a little for round 3. Like first person(sim) accounts, and playing each family longer, and making the order of families random. Any opinions on that? Or is this simply not a popular enough story for opinions...?
Personally, I've never liked the Fangs. So I don't really mind.
Playing each family longer and first sim accounts would be great! Although keep the order of the families.
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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #112 on: June 10, 2011, 10:31:57 PM »
thanks both of you :). I think I will start Round 3, because I am dying to play sims, but I only like playing this town. And maybe with their new house and stuff, the Fangs will seem more appealing. And I agree about keeping the order of families, I don't know why, but I like having a routine....

As for thinking this story isn't popular, well sometimes I don't get many comments, and so I question it's popularity. So I guess what I'm saying is, I love comments, they make me happy :)

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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #113 on: June 10, 2011, 10:58:57 PM »
Just so you know, I read each update you put up.  I just rarely comment on stories.  Looking forward to round 3!
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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #114 on: June 11, 2011, 12:02:39 AM »
thanks both of you :). I think I will start Round 3, because I am dying to play sims, but I only like playing this town. And maybe with their new house and stuff, the Fangs will seem more appealing. And I agree about keeping the order of families, I don't know why, but I like having a routine....

As for thinking this story isn't popular, well sometimes I don't get many comments, and so I question it's popularity. So I guess what I'm saying is, I love comments, they make me happy :)
Sounds great, pally! I'm looking forward to the next round. :)

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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #115 on: June 11, 2011, 03:32:16 AM »
Pally, this story is awesome! This is such a unique one and your writing is absolutely perfect. Love it, so don't be upset!

About the moving question, I really don't know, it's up to you, you're the gamer. :)

I like the idea of playing each family longer, would be quite amazing. Can't wait for the next round, well done! ;D
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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #116 on: June 15, 2011, 10:34:35 PM »
Well, as of me posting this you've got over 5500 views, so I don't think popularity's a problem! I've been following this thread for a while now, and I think this is the first time I've posted. My personal preference? That you don't change a thing. I think the 3rd-person viewpoint helps differentiate it from a lot of the stories on the forum, and I like the little roster you've set up for the neighbourhood. But hey, it's your story, so you should do whatever's right for you. I'm sure I'll be reading it no matter what!  ;D

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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #117 on: June 16, 2011, 03:55:37 AM »
thank you chronic and ausette :)

I've decided only to change how long I play each family - 8 days instead of 5. I played the McGraws that long, and had lots of fun. I'm finishing off the Fangs now, since I have their brand spanking new house :D (thank you Lilygirl!), and I'll put their story up first, maybe tomorrow.

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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #118 on: June 16, 2011, 09:11:47 AM »
Just read through thee entire thread, and I love it so far  :)

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Re: The (Ordinary) Lives of Barnacle Bay
« Reply #119 on: June 16, 2011, 11:46:15 AM »
I'm finishing off the Fangs now, since I have their brand spanking new house :D (thank you Lilygirl!)

You are most welcome, it was a fun and interesting build. I'm excited to see it in game! I can't wait for an update!
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