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Generation Two: Brown

Appearance: Brown hair, unkempt clothing style
Traits: Loves Outdoors, Loner, Child of the Island
Aspiration: Beach Life
Occupation: Conservationist
House Goal: 20,000 worth

Teenagers

I knew we had talked about remodeling the downstairs activity room into a toddler room for Reed, but apparently Alexi figured he’d just go for it. I mean, I’m not opposed.. but it seemed sudden. Before I knew it, there were construction workers in my house, removing the archway and putting in a sliding door. Also included in the construction project was the task of moving the huge fish tank out of the room and into the dining room/hallway. It turned out nicely, however, and was done in plenty of time for Reed’s upcoming birthday.

It was also turtle season again. The were far fewer crowds this year, but my survey showed the turtle population was doing well, and the babies all looked healthy.

Aleki’s water garden remains his favorite thing on our property, and he takes such good care of it. The snails have gotten along well with the Koi, and – as far as we know – there have been no major casualties due to munching.

I surprised Jayce with a fun cake when he got home from school, and he considered his wish carefully before blowing out the candles.

I have to wonder if his wish had anything to do with his new tail – because that was the first thing he did – celebrate being a mermaid.

Later that afternoon, I found Kali sound asleep in front of a movie… apparently it had bored her to sleep. Turning off the TV woke her right up, and I convinced her to head downstairs and join Jayce in doing their homework.

Two minds are always better than one, and I was around when both needed help with their math homework. Before long, books were put away and they were able to head outside to enjoy the gorgeous Sulani afternoon.

I’m not sure where Kali ran off to – but I did see Jayce playing in the waves, enjoying his new tail. I can still remember the joy I felt when I got mine. There’s nothing quite like feeling like a part of the ocean as a mermaid.

Little Reed wasn’t far behind Jayce, and we got him started on his toddler skills right away. It’s not like we don’t have plenty of practice with toddlers!

We made sure to give Reed plenty of playtime, too, because all learning doesn’t have to be done at once. Little brains tire easily.

There was still always something to be done at home, so when I wasn’t parenting or working, I tried to keep the house clean and everything in working order. It wasn’t an easy life, but it was certainly one I loved.

That weekend, Kali had a project on Electricity to do, so Aleki offered to help her work on it. It took them most of an afternoon, but based on the laughter I heard from outside, they had a good time doing it.

Kali’s attitude has taken a 180 degree turn since the baby fiasco. She still grumbles a bit when asked to babysit Reed on her own, but I think she enjoys spending time with her little brother. I think Jayce wishes Reed had come along a little sooner so he could have had a playmate, but even he spends time with our youngest. Reed certainly doesn’t lack for attention in this household!

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