Dear Diary, as you can see from the slideshow above, the past year has been busy, if not fruitful. We’ve spent most of our time working to fix our place up and the result is pleasing to me even if Ruby joked on her last visit that I had a “grandma house.” But you’ll see that in a minute.
In the pictures, you can see that we’ve cleared the land, repaired the fences and brought everything up to snuff so we could have a couple cows, some chickens and a decent garden. This years’ harvest isn’t bad at all.
The best thing, in my book, is that we also managed to get two horses. If you know me, you know this makes life complete!
Without further ado, these are the pictures of my “granny house.” Don’t get me wrong, I completely understand why Ruby teased me about the decor. It does look old fashioned and matronly. But when you’re watching every simoleon, you tend to buy things second hand. This requires a lot of sewing for furniture covers and the like.
The wallpaper is used throughout the entire first floor except for the kitchen because it was an old pattern that was discontinued, meaning, we could actually afford it after some saving.
While it may look like a little old lady decorated it, Matt and I are very proud of our accomplishments so far. It feels like home to us and in the end, that’s what matters the most.
As the sun rises, I gather the eggs and begin making breakfast while Matthieu milks the cows and feeds everyone. It wasn’t long before we had our routine so well timed, that I’m putting a hot plate of food on the table as he’s coming in from washing up.
After breakfast, he rides to the fields to work until lunch time which again, I try to time just right so when he comes in starving, the bread is still warm. For me, there is nothing like the cozy aroma of bread baking. When I turn it out of the pan to cool, there is something so comforting in knowing that my kitchen smells like “home.”
Behind the house, I found a hollowed out tree full of bees. At first, I was leery of approaching it, so I asked Alice the best way to get at the honey. She began describing to me, in Alice fashion, very detailed instructions of steps to take until she realized I wasn’t catching on quite as fast as she was talking.
The thing is, I’m more of a hands on person, so I was very relieved that she went with me and showed me how instead. The first time I got the honey on my own, I walked away pretty stung up, so there was definitely something I was missing! It’s a good thing I’m not allergic.
When Alice came over for tea that day, she saw my bee stings and taught me how to make a paste from baking soda and water which we dabbed on the stings. It did seem to help, but I sure looked weird with white pasty dots all over. She said rhubarb juice right from the stalk works, too.
Anyway, I’m getting to be an old pro at the honey thing now, thanks to Alice. She truly is a human encyclopedia.
Evenings are my favorite time because Matt and I have had dinner and can relax for a while together. We usually do the evening dishes together and then retire to the living room.
And we do a lot of that!
Tonight, though, there was something I needed to tell him since I was now certain. I had always dreamed of this moment… looking into his eyes and romantically saying….
” – Are you pregnant?” he exclaimed.
I couldn’t stop my jaw from dropping about ten feet. Then I clamped it shut and hit him in the arm. “Honestly! Why did you say that?”
“It was the way you were looking at me, I guess. Am I right?”
“I wanted to surprise you!” I loudly complained with a huff.
“You did!” he grinned. Then he looked at me all googly-eyed. “Do you feel okay? When do you think you’re due? Have you seen the midwife? There’s so much to do!”
“Slow down there, cowboy,” I smiled, getting caught up in his excitement, not that I didn’t have plenty of that on my own. “I feel great, I think I’m due in about six months and I’ll see the midwife soon.”
After that, we agreed not to tell anyone right away. Not just because there was always a chance of miscarriage early on, but because it felt really special having this secret with him. It was something only the two of us knew and for a while, it stayed a secret since I didn’t show right away. However, every time we looked at each other, something passed between us… a smile, a “knowing.” It was when the people around us began to notice these special looks we had with each other that they began to suspect a baby was on the way.
By my fifth month, I didn’t realize how much I was showing until the morning I went downstairs to make breakfast and it was suddenly more difficult to tie my apron behind me. It was as if, all of a sudden, I’d popped or something!
This didn’t distress me in the least, though. Instead, it made me more excited to meet my baby. I could feel him or her moving around or poking a foot in my side and it filled me with so much anticipation, I couldn’t hardly stand it.
That was also about the time, Matthieu came home from visiting the St. Cyr farm with a new little companion who we called Bootsie. He was the sweetest Beagle and quickly became a part of our family, going everywhere with us.
I’ve often heard women discussing how uncomfortable pregnancy was for them. Granted, I had no reference for comparison, but honestly, even though I had less energy than usual, I’d never felt better.
After what happened with Audrey-Ann’s last pregnancy, I was concerned about having a baby at first. She was gravely ill throughout the entire process. When I would go to see her, there were times she couldn’t even lift her head off the pillow. The midwife called it hyperemesis gravidarum. Whatever it was, Audrey-Ann lost weight and became very dehydrated. Elliott was so distressed that one morning, he scooped her up into his arms and took her to the mainland where she was hospitalized. I believe he saved their lives and so I instructed Matthieu to do the same if I became ill like that.
Although everything was going swimmingly for me, unwelcome thoughts sometimes found their way into my head. What if all pregnancies were as difficult as hers? In the end, she and the baby had come through fine, but even with the most experienced midwife on the island, Audrey-Ann had nearly lost her life.
Matt had found that if I was at all troubled, I had a picnic basket ready for dinner instead of staying home. He always went along with the flow, not questioning it. He never pried but he didn’t seem uninterested either. Just being near him, knowing that he loved me and this child as much as I did, was enough to quell any doubts or fears I had.
We returned often to the spot of our first kiss and also where we were married. I was getting so big, my apron didn’t even fit anymore, but Matthieu said he found that very attractive.
My back was beginning to ache more so, he would stand behind me, letting me lean on him which relieved the pain some.
Either my bladder had shrunk or the baby was resting on it because I spent most nights getting up to relieve myself. This may be TMI, but there were times I didn’t think what I urinated could fill a teaspoon, yet I couldn’t hold it either, so up I got.
Because of this, Matt was really quiet in the mornings so as not to wake me.
One evening was particularly hot and humid and I’d been feeling pretty uncomfortable. There’d been this strange tightening off and on around my middle. It didn’t hurt and it was randomly happening throughout the day, so I just tried to ignore it.
Just before sunset, Matthieu’s parents, Christophe and Helene, stopped by to see how we were doing. By then, the tightening had become more persistent and also moved into my lower back. I was not happy.
“If you’re looking for Matthieu,” I told Christophe, “he’s bedding down the horses.”
“Blue, dear, what’s the matter?” Helene asked, her voice full of concern.
“Oh it’s nothing, really. I’m just not feeling my best today. It’s probably something I ate.”
“Are you sure that’s all it is?” She waited patiently while I explained what I was feeling. As I spoke, she smiled wider and wider. “My dear, I think we’d better put the midwife on alert.”
“Really?” I gasped. Shakily, I put my hands over my abdomen and smiled. Well, it was a smile, but what I was feeling was more a mix between panic and excitement. Would I really meet my baby soon?
As it turned out, I would! I was feeling too uncomfortable to eat supper and went upstairs to get ready for bed instead. When Matt entered the room, I was in serious pain, nearly doubled over as my water broke.
“Oh wow!” he yelled. “I’ll fetch the midwife!”
Real panic began to set in as the contractions became stronger and more regular, filling me with such dread, I didn’t know if I could get through this. “No! I want Alice! Get Alice!”
“B-but what about the midwife?”
Glaring at him through clenched teeth, I said, “You. Get. Me. Alice!”
I’d never looked or spoken to him that way before and boy did he hop to it!
Matt returned with Alice in record time and she was as calm as ever.
“Everything is going to be just fine, Blue,” she assured me.
To my relief, she was right.
Just before the sun rose, Matt carried our newborn son downstairs….
… to meet his waiting grandparents.
Welcome to the world, Charles Matthieu Larochette!
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Hehe! I had to laugh at “grandma house.” This is a totally different life than what Blue had before. It seems to agree with her, and she and Matt are a cute couple. 😊 Welcome, little Charles!
I’m glad Audrey-Ann is OK and that Elliott had the presence of mind to take her to the mainland for treatment. I can imagine that some of the people there, especially maybe older ones, would think of more updated medicine as being black magic or unnecessary. Sometimes it can be hard to change from the old ways.
oh man! I have such a soft spot for Beagles. You know I love my Goldies, but we had a Beagle years ago who was my little couch buddy. Sadly, she passed on from congestive heart failure, but I still miss her.
Thank you! 😀 Who knew Blue would take to this lifestyle so well? lol
I think you’re right regarding treatments and medications. The islanders probably look upon that sort of thing as untrustworthy.
I have a soft spot for Beagles, too! They are sooo sweet. I think most of the dogs I’ve played in game are Beagles. lol Your couch buddy sounds like she was a real sweetheart.
Yes, Lady was a total sweetheart. Thinking about her sometimes still makes my heart squeeze. 😩 She was my husband’s dog (she was a young girl when he and I got together), but she was my couch buddy. I sometimes get a little weepy when I see a beagle.
My sister had two beagles and whenever I was at her house, the older one, Ranger, was my buddy. I miss him a lot.
Memphis and Liev would have loved Blue’s farm!
Welcome to the family, Charles!
You are so right about Memphis and Liev and how they would have loved that farm! 😀 Charles was so adorable.
Well hello, Charles! You will be beautiful just like your parents 😍 Ugh…guess I’ll go to bed now. Hmph! This is why it’s taking me forever to get caught up! I can’t read just one…or 10 lol. Gotta set aside a few hours to binge. I’ll be back tomorrow!
hahaha Binge reading can be fun! 😛 Thank you so much – you really read a lot! :O
I told you I had a date with Blue 😛 I read a lot of stories, but just a handful are my favorites, and each of my favorites have, ehhh, requirements? That’s not the right word, but whatever lol. One of my favorites I need to be at home to read because I get so animated when I read it I draw attention to myself when I read it in public lol. Yours…I can’t read just one! I need a dedicated block of time otherwise I’ll get frustrated. I can’t wait until I’m caught up and don’t have to worry about getting behind again!
You are so sweet. <3 Ya' know, I would love to see you read that story where you're so animated you have to be at home. haha
HA! I suppose some would find it hilarious lol.
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Her pregnancy announcement was funny. It’s nice to see things coming together for Blue. Can’t wait to get to know the next generation a bit more!
Thank you so much! 😀 I had so much fun watching Blue’s family grow. <3 I hope you're able to vote in the heir poll.
Aaawww welcome to the world Charles! <3 The way Blue told Matt to fetch Alice was priceless. It kinda reminded me of Keniesha, although it's so difficult for anyone to top that, hehe!
I'm glad Audrey-Ann is ok, I was really worried about her. Elliot is such a good husband! <3
Thank you 🙂 Charles is so cute <3 And, yeah, I don't think anyone can top Keniesha going into labor! hahaha Get. The. Car. FOOL! 😛
I love Elliott even though he changed some of my plans by chasing Audrey-Ann around. haha
Blue has come a long way from the troubled teen to the woman she is today. Pity that she had the learn these lessons the hard way 😕 Matt is really good for her and I love all the hard work they’ve put into their home. Yay a baby! Amazing they managed to have time for each with everything else they’ve accomplished.
I agree about Blue. She made things way more difficult than she needed to, but it’s good she was able to change her life.
You’re right about Matt being good for her. They do work really hard, that’s for sure.
The photos and added dialogue are great! Takes me back to my skryim days.
Thank you! 🙂 I’m a gaming widow and it’s all because of Skyrim. 😛
Hello there! I know you’ve already done this a bunch by now, so by all means, ignore if you wish. But here is yet another Liebster Award for your very full cap! Because I think you deserve it. 😉
Oh my goodness! Thank you so much, fluffymao! What an honor! <3
🙂 awww … sniffle …
Thank you, Mama Dragon 🙂
Finally, I’m all caught up! I’m so excited to see what Blue’s kids turn out to be like. I wonder how many she’ll have. I feel like there may be twins in her future, since her dad was a twin and The Sims can be very twin friendly! Anyway, I really like how this gives me a generation one vibe. There’s farm life and Matt even sort of reminds me a bit of Liev.
You read so much, so fast! haha 😀 I’m really excited to see how Blue’s life and her future children work out, too. You have a really good point about twins, too! LOL
Congratulations to the new parents. So neat! Glad it went well, now she won’t be afraid to have more.
Thank you, Jolie. 🙂 That’s true. 😀
BTW, whatever happened to Audrey-Ann’s pregnancy. Did I miss something? Last I remember, she was told she shouldn’t get pregnant but was with the second child and hadn’t told Elliot yet?
That’s a good question. Just under the pic where Blue and Matthieu are having a picnic, she talks about Audrey-Ann and how her pregnancy nearly killed her, but you know, I neglected to mention what the baby was. Silly me. *sigh* I guess I was just so excited about Charles’ arrival, I plum forgot. lol I will bring it up again in the future. 😀
Didn’t she have a rough first pregnancy as well and the second was for sure the one that could kill her?
Yes, that is the pregnancy that Blue refers to in this chapter. 🙂
In the Chapter 3:17 “The Gift”
Audrey-Ann says, “After Laci was born, the midwife said I shouldn’t have anymore children.
“Are you pregnant?” I whispered, making sure no one else could hear.
She nods, “This could be dangerous for me and for the baby.”
Did it turn out okay after all?
That’s the pregnancy I was referring to.
Yes, that is the one Blue is talking about in this chapter. 🙂
Ahhhh, but she’s okay right?
Yes, she is. Elliott took her to the hospital on the mainland and thereby saved her life. 🙂 The baby is all right, too. I’ll make sure to touch on this again in the future.
Okay, now I get it. The brain doesn’t always work right. LOL
No worries; I am the same way. LOL 😀
So good to see Blue happy and content. Matt has been a world of good for her. Welcome to the world little Charlie. I am sure he will not be an only child for long.
Thank you, Lil. 🙂 I’m really happy that Blue has found happiness at last. You’re so right about Matt’s influence on her since the beginning.
Aaaaannnnndddd…. you’re right that he will not be an only child for long! lol
Welcome to the family Charles (I love that name). And don’t forget about Bootsie.
I am so happy for Blue. It goes to show how perfect Matt and Blue are for each other when she didn’t even have to tell him she was pregnant. He could see it in her eyes.
She has been through so much, she deserves to have the large family that she wants. The more the merrier!!
Thank you so much! I’m so glad the baby’s name is getting such a positive response. 😀
I’m really happy for Blue, too. They just seem so right for each other, it’s true. And I totally agree about the more the merrier! 😀 😀
Even though she didn’t go with a color theme, I do like the names with French origins
Oh yes, the color theme! Maybe Ruby will carry that on? lol 😀
This is such a sweet chapter! Blue grows further away from the rather bratty teen she was and into a mature grown up every day, which is lovely to see. The house might look like a grandma’s but it’s cute and really suits the farm life that they are leading now. Bootsie and Charles are so adorable! I wonder if Blue is going to have any more children… 🙂
Thank you, Lila. 😀 I think it’s safe to say there will be more since both she and Matt have the “surrounded by children” lifetime wish.
I agree that grown up Blue is a whole lot better! haha
OHH I love the farm (my fav thing in sims 3 to do was play a farm) and sweet little charles .. a male heir! ohhh <3
Thank you! It’s one of my favorite things to do in sims 3, too. I just really love farm life.
Charles is the cutest. 😀 There is another time jump for the next chapter and I can’t wait for you to see what’s happened now! 😀
Haha their house does look a bit grandmotherly, but it suits their lifestyle. Charles is adorable, I know he’ll be a cutie <3 Hopefully more babies are on the way! I love how Blue asked for Alice instead of a midwife, just goes to show how close they are. Still wondering about Dax……
Thank you so much 😀 Oh, yes, Dax… he will be back. But there needs to be another time jump first. As for Charles, he is adorable and getting cuter every day. 🙂
When Blue was in labor, I think she suddenly realized that this wasn’t going to be easy as pie so she wanted her best friend there instead. lol
It’s really something, seeing Blue grow from a troubled teenager to a happy mother. Welcome to the world, little one.
Thank you, Violincat. 🙂 It’s been a long time coming, I’d say. haha I’m really enjoying playing this, that’s for sure.
Charles! A name fit for a prince 😛
I love that we’re seeing the progress of the house and farm. It’s so satisfying and I love the little extra details about the origin of the wallpaper and sewing things.
I loved how Matthieu guessed what Blue was going to say, ruining her moment haha. maybe next time?
I hope they have enough money to continue with everything and raise Charles. I’m sure everything will be fine though!
Thank you so much! I’m sure you’re right about everything being fine. It’s time to get these children born so everyone can get to know them and vote! haha
Ermahgerd, BABBY! 😀 Charles is a lovely name! In fact, it was almost Anthony Mayfield’s name! XD
I love the house and farm! It does have a similar feeling to generation 1, but also very different. Maybe due to the very different people involved this time around. Speaking of which, Matthieu and Blue are so perfect for each other. I love how he guessed exactly what she wanted to say! <3
I'm so ecstatic that they both want a huge house full of kids! We'll see if they can stop at just five! 😉
hahaha! That’s a good question! 😛 Will five be enough? It makes for an interesting heir poll later. 😀
I really love the house and farm, too. You’re right that while this is similar to Gen 1, it’s got some definite differences, too. For instance, Memphis didn’t necessarily even know she was going to live on a farm until she got there. haha She also really wasn’t planning on having as many as four children either. Blue wants the farm and children more than anything and Matt is her accomplice. hahaha 😛
Aack ! I’m so excited ! Welcome baby! It’s so lovely to see Blue happy in her life !
Thank you! I totally agree with you! This is so exciting for me to play as her family grows. 😀 I can’t wait to catch you all up to where I am.
Awww. What a sweet chapter. ❤️ Their farm is done and the house finished. Perfect time for their family to begin to grow. I wonder if they will have more. I would think yes because Blue would want him to have a brother or sister to be close to.
Thank you, Audrey! 🙂 I’m so glad you liked the chapter. You are right about it being the perfect time for the family to grow! 😀
I can safely say they will have more because both Blue and Matthieu’s lifetime wish is to be surrounded by children, which means they have to have a minimum of five. Good thing they both want a large family! haha
Love the name Charlies!
I’m so very glad Audrey Ann was okay in the end. Bit of a sore spot with me as you know. It’s a beautiful life. I just knew Matt was the right one. Oh my gosh those eyes! I hope Charles gets them too and I agree with Jowita, more would be very very good!
Thank you so much, Bee. 🙂 I really love the name Charles, too.
And Matthieu’s eyes! Right? They really are beautiful. He and Blue love each other so much; I’m glad they’ve found that.
P.S. Charles does seem to have Matthieu’s coloring in general. 😀
Oh, wow, and so we are moving on! Welcome, little Charlie ♥
Blue doesn’t feel like her old self at all, all I can see so far have been Memphis and Liev, it reminds me so much of generation 1 with the farm life and stuff like that. And the children, I may say! Knowing Blue, she wouldn’t stop on JUST ONE. I’m very happy that she’s leading the peaceful life she’salways dreamed about. Relationship with Matthieu really does her good.
Thank you, Jowita! 🙂 Yes, we’re moving ahead quickly now. I feel like I’m so behind. haha
I can see why this seems a lot like Gen 1 with the farm and everything. At least Memphis had indoor plumbing though! hahaha
You are right about expecting more children! haha Both Blue and Matt’s LTW is to be surrounded by children. So, you already know, a brood is on the way! 😛 There were so many twins in Gen 1, I wonder if that runs in sim families? 😛