You Can't Stay Young Forever

Back to the house. What's that sound?
Wow, I'm impressed. And this was without even trying for promotions.
The position of Mayor is so close. I can almost reach out and touch it.
I know, but you never cared about your career the way Galant did.

Mommy!
Hi honey.

How sweet. A family dinner.



You sure look happy.
I got an A+!
That's certainly something to celebrate.
Look Mommy! I got an A+!
That's great honey!




Awesome, I got that much? Cool! I guess I'm ready to go now.
Time for Spirit to go now.
You didn't tell us you were leaving us tonight! I guess all that's left to say is, we'll see you when you get home.
Why are you leaving, Spirit?
I'll only be gone for a few years. I'll be back to visit, and I'll be home once I'm done.
Will you come to my birthday party?
I wouldn't miss it for the world.
See you guys later!

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You'll be a teenager soon! How does it feel?
I don't feel any different. Will Spirit be home?
I can promise you she'll be home.
Okay.



Man, am I glad you didn't show up until we got one of those things behind you that's calling the police as we speak.
Ha, got you Jessica!
We'll see about that!
Catfight!
Oh, I hope they're both okay.
No you don't, one just just tried to rob your house.
Which one?
Based on my experience, I'd say the one in the striped shirt.
Go blue lady! Beat up stripe lady!
You have got to be kidding. In the last ten burglaries, the police officer got beat up. Seriously, what is going on?




And I heard you got a standing ovation!
I did! I think I want to be an actress when I grow up.
Well, we'll see around the time you're ready to go to college.




Galant, how would you feel being a First Husband?
What do you mean?
Well, it looks like I could easily take the House if I wanted to.
Lucky for you!
Yeah, real lucky. Anyway, how do you feel about it?
I feel honored.
Really?
Yep.
Good.

And Johanna's halfway to her true lifetime want: 20 best friends. *sigh* I don't remember it being this headache-inducing last time I did it.



It's time for your birthday party!
Yay! That means Spirit's coming home!
You've really missed your sister, haven't you?
Uh-huh.
I'm home everybody!
Spirit! In here!
Hey 'Spire.
I missed you.
Aww, I missed you too.

Here's the moment of truth.
Yay 'Spire!
Go, little sprite!
That's my little girl!


Make a wish.
Hmm...what do I want?
Oooh, that sounds like fun!
*blow*
Here it comes...





You're pretty too, like your sister.
Thanks!
However, your sense of fashion, also like your sister, is eclectic, at best. Don't worry, though, we'll be getting you a whole new wardrobe.
Awesome!
Till then, please tell me you have good news.

That is NOT good news. *headdesk*

*whisperwhisperwhisper*
'Spire! Are you sure?
Yep.
Oh dear...
What?
It's a secret. But I really hope this isn't my fault.
What? Spirit, you're scaring me.
Pretty good!



Nice makeover.

Oh he's cute. Taking him to college, and possibly beyond?
Oh heck no. That would cramp my style.
Uh-oh... this had better not be what Spirit was muttering about.



Ooooh, it looks like you're gonna get wrinkly soon, Johanna.
Don't remind me.
Well, Galant's old.
Galant was a lot older than me too. It's normal.
It'll be normal for you too.
I'm depressed. I'm gonna get cake.
Birthday cake?
Not mine!
Aspire's.
Oh Spirit came to visit. Hi Spirit!







A worthy recipient of your first kiss.

Hi Spirit!
Who is THAT?
That would be your housemate's professor.
He's cute.
Whatever you say. His chin scares me. And his hairline. And his nose.


Congratulations on graduation!
Thanks. I'm ready to go home now.
No graduation party?
Nope. Let's blow this joint.
Alright.

Why must you grow up into stuff that goes hideously together?
You think I picked this?
Well, it's time to go. We'll get you some better clothing soon.
Bye Spirit.
Bye Dave. Be nice to my sister.
I finally get to go home.



I can't be seen in this. It makes my butt look big.
Much better. 'Spire? Whoops. Sorry.
Daddy, I'm back. Oh you're sleeping too. Where's Mom?
Mom, I'm home.
I'll call you back later.
Welcome home!
Thanks Mom. Everybody's asleep.
They had late nights. Your father spends all his spare time writing, and Aspire was actually studying for once.


Spirit, you do realize that no one else knows about this guy.
Oh, you have a point.
I'm going to introduce you to my mom. She's a bit rough around the edges, but she's pretty nice once you get to know her.
Alright.
Mom, this is Allen. We're getting married.
Oh? Well it's nice to meet you.
Thank you, Mrs. Green.
Hurt my daughter, and I will show you a world of pain the like of which you have never even imagined.
Mrs. Green, I can't feel my hand.
Mom, you're scaring him.
*snerk*

In spite of my mother, you should move in. Her bark's much worse than her bite.
I used to be a cow mascot!
Mom!
If you can assure me that I will keep all my necessary parts, then I'll agree.
My dad keeps my mom in check most of the time. You'll meet him when he gets home.
Alright then.
Wow, and I was expecting the usual 1k! Not bad. Still broke, but it's an improvement.
Who's that?
Here we go again. I'm the family caretaker. I see and know all. You can never escape. Yadda, yadda, yadda.



And speaking of Galant...
The robot! The robot! For heaven's sakes, the robot!
Niiiiice!



There. I should be on the show 20 Years Younger. I've shaved at least 15 years off your perceived age.



Oh buck up Johanna. You get to have a party, and besides, you're only as old as you feel.
I feel a million years old.
Stop being so melodramatic. You're not dying. Just getting old.

And a guest starts the cheering again.

Did there really have to be so many candles?
Do you have to be so grouchy? Humor me, make a wish and blow out the candles.
Well, having 20 best friends would be nice.
*blow*
That's my Johanna!
See, Galant's so thrilled for you. Can you act happy for him?
Okay. Yay.
*sigh*






You know, if you're going to color your hair, you should do the eyebrows too.
Yeah, yeah, yeah. We could always pretend I never went gray.
...No.
Darnit.

Oh come on! There's no one around for miles!
Fine. We had a good time anyway.



Oh, and in case you were wondering:

Spirit Green
Generation 2 Heiress
Aspiration: Family
LTW: Have 6 Grandchildren
Star Sign: Libra
Turn-ons/Turn-off: Swimwear, Red Hair/Gray Hair

Allen Bowen
Generation 2
Aspiration: Family
LTW: Reach Top of Military Career (yeah, I don't know either)
Star Sign: Cancer
Turn-ons/Turn-off: Cologne, Black Hair/Glasses

I even let you keep your hairstyle. It's just in white instead of black.

And we'll end this little interlude with Aspire getting to know her future brother-in-law, hopefully purely for friendship purposes. Never can tell with InTeen. At least I don't have ACR. See you all later!

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Three Birthdays and an Outing

I'm back. So fill me in. What's new?


Growing up? That's new. Exciting too. Yay!



Let's all cheer for little sprite.


There we go.

Smile for everybody, little sprite.
There you go.
Now let's blow out the candles.
You look a lot like your sister.
It doesn't matter. She's beautiful in her own way.
Whatever you say, Galant.



Now it's Spirit's turn.
Cool, I have my own cake and everything.
Come on everybody, let's cheer big sprite on!
That's better.
How about making a wish?
Oh, I can? Hmmm, I wish... I know!
*blow*

Whoa, I feel weird.
Wow, pretty sparkles!

Cool! Look, I have hips, and legs, and everything else!
You are really cute, Spirit.
Thanks!

Okay, a Pleasure sim, I can deal with that. I'm afraid I don't understand your turn-ons and turn-off. Are you looking for a sugar daddy?
Leave my daughter alone.
Look, you can't see what I can.

Oh that's good! Hey Spirit? You and your sister had a great party!
Whoops. Sleep well Spirit.



Good morning, Spirit.
Morning. What's that noise? *yawn*
That would be your sister screaming to be let out.
Hey 'Spire. Are you hungry? Is that why you were crying? I'm hungry too. Let's get some food.
Here's your breakfast. Daddy said to give you the glowing milk. Don't worry, it won't hurt you.

Wow, I've never seen someone learn potty training that fast.
That's because she's under a lucky star.
Or you make her wait a really long time before letting her go.
Wow, her first step! I wish Johanna were here to see this.
Well, she's learned to walk now, so Johanna will find out when she gets home.



I like the new look. It looks fresh and fun.
Well, that is what I was going for, so that's good.



Hey, what are you doing?
Your piece looked crooked, so I was trying to adjust it.
That's a lie and you know it. You were trying to cheat.
Then why'd you bother to ask?
Johanna! Oh hi Christy! Long time no see. Oh yeah, she can't hear me.



Can you talk for Mommy? Can you say chair?
Chair!
She said it! It's her first word! Galant, get up here! Aspire can talk!
And now she can say anything.
Maybe Galant's on to something with his firm belief in luck.
Not you too. Remember, luck can swing both ways.



So, what's the surprise in my wardrobe?
I got you some new clothes, Daddy. Do you like them?
I love them, just because they were a present from you, big sprite.



That's sweet. You're best friends with her.
Of course. Why wouldn't I be?
Well, there was Sydney...
Really now, who is this Sydney person?
Forget I mentioned her.
I would if you stopped mentioning her.
...Touche.
You made best friends with Aspire too now?
No way I wouldn't have, with all the bathing I do.
Yeah, you are the only one who'll bathe her.
Hmm, your eyes are rather wide-set. Wonder where you got that from.



Birthday time! Let's invite the guests and get her dressed.
Guests cheering, but not family? That's practically blasphemy.
Oh there you are. I was getting worried for a second.


You excited, little sprite? It's your birthday!
As an aside, can you tell I love close-ups with Galant and his kids?
Let's blow out the candles.
Alright, you're on your own now.

*giggle*
Hey, I'm big now!
Yay! I'm a big girl!
I won't spoil your mini-celebration.

You look like a cheerleader. Too bad the dance track doesn't come till Free Time.



Hey 'Spire, now that you're a big girl and all, let's give you a makeover. I promise you'll look pretty.
Okay.
You like it?
Uh-huh! It IS pretty! Thanks Spirit!
Of course.
I think you'd make a wonderful parent.
I don't know about parenting, but 'Spire is a sweet girl.
Just like you.

Remember your party fondly, Aspire. Good night.
You threw a great party, Johanna. Sleep well.



Before you get on the bus, let me get a picture of you going to your first day of school.
Welcome home. How was school?
My teacher said I don't pay attention in class. I think that's bad.
I doubt it. She said the same thing about Spirit, and she's a straight-A student.
Oh, okay.
Aspire, who's your friend?
Her name's Kate.
Daddy!
There's my little sprite. How was your day?
Good.



Why are you headed for the door?
I'm going out.
Out? It's a school night. Do your parents know?
I already asked mom. I'll be back by midnight. Bye.
I'm going to check with your mom. Wait a minute, who are you going with?
Alon? I don't know if he's your type.
Johanna? Do you know about your daughter going off with her friend?
Yes, I told her as long as she was back before midnight, she'd be good. Now, Aspire, you think you understand?
Yes, Mommy. Thank you.
Of course. All I want to know is why Galant disappears whenever the girls need to learn to study.

Is she coming out? Hey Spirit!
Oh hi! When'd you get here?
If he hurts a hair on her head, I'll kill him.
Calm down Galant.
Just as I thought, he's totally not her type.



Where are you going, Johanna?
Out with friends. I should be back in a couple of hours.
Okay, enjoy yourself.
Thanks. Bye.
Wait a minute, when you left the house, you were dressed normally. How'd you get back in your cow costume?
I don't know.
That makes two of us. Oh well.
Oh that's nice, but it's really late, so I think I'll stay at home. Will another time do? Good. I'll call you. Okay, bye.



Just a couple of girls and their phones. Spirit is a lot like her mom.
It's nice that you remember your sister between calls.
Of course. We're a close-knit family.
Certainly a lot closer than many families I've seen.


Hi Kate! You don't mid hugs, do you?
Nope.
Good!
And I played a lot of games with her, like Mary Mack and tag...
That's great, little sprite.



Johanna, you know that's just mean.
I can't help it if she's gullible.
Mom, I don't see anything.
Really? It was a big ugly spider.



You two certainly play a lot of red hands.
It's fun!
Yeah. And it's better than some other things we could be doing.
You sound like my sister. Alright, I'll be back soon.

Wow, I never expected the house to be this drama free. I guess popularity sims can be good parents. Well, Spirit goes to college in a few days, and soon I'll have to choose an heiress. If that doesn't raise hackles around here, I don't know what will. Until then, bye!

Odd Pics Out:
I think Kennedy has more of reason to be angry with you, Marisa. After all, he isn't going around smacking you around.
Okay, you're in love with yourself. That takes vanity to a whole new level.
What's that look for? You don't like old men? Galant never did anything to you.
Or maybe you can't believe he married a woman who would get in a hot tub naked.
Spirit, you don't ahve to emulate your mother's behavior.