Apple Valley News Issue 24: 2008

Issue 24: 2008

Contents

New Hood Council
University Gets Donation
Park is Renovated

Announcements

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New Hood Council

Jadhira Shazad

Congratulations to the new hood council members serving for 2009-2012.

Hood Council President: S'Ahmisa Warwick
Community Director: Ginger Grey
Financial Director: Bradford McMillian
Medical Director: Suzanna McMillian
Security Director: Brandon Peterson
Educational Director: Ilila Peterson
Archives & Technology Director: Cameron Smith

Newly elected council members are expected to submit a report to the residents regarding their plans for the 2009-2012 term. Please check your mailboxes for the notices.

University Gets Donation

 

Jadhira Shazad

Pierce University is looking to undergo some major changes. The university received a rather large donation from S'Ahmisa Warwick to be used in the building of a state of the art science lab. Many residents were quick to note that S'Ahmisa's beloved little sister is due to enter university soon and science is her intended major.

"Either way, it doesn't matter." Educational Director, Johan Shazad said. "The money will not be refused and work has already begun on making the changes and building such a lab."

The university also won approval from the hood council to undergo a major renovation which will result in completely remodeled dormitories, academic buildings and quads. Work has begun on renovating the dorms and completing the new science lab.

Park is Renovated

Jadhira Shazad

The hood council convened during one of their last meetings of the year to discuss the renovation of the Alisa Crawston Celebration Park. The park is in what residents call an "under financed" part of the hood, and though the park has some historical significance, the surrounding housing and public works are as equally in need of renovation. The hood council wisely pass the park renovation measure, and work began immediately on restoring the old park. The pond recieved new plants, the bridge was repaired and other small changes were made.

"I love the new changes, I barely used to visit the park unless there was a concert, but now I wouldn't mind getting married here." An unnamed sim said.

Public support in the council swelled in response to the decision and it renewed civic interest in the areas surrounding the park. The council members all received a bonus for their wise decision.

Art Prodigy's Exhibit

Jadhira Shazad

Flowers of Color, a solo exhibition by art prodigy, Veronika Kent is scheduled to run at the Herendez Art Gallery until Summer 2009. The collection will display the depth and texture of Veronika's unique works.

At ten years of age, artist Veronika Kent is the youngest professional painter in SimCity. Using acrylics and mixed media, she creates various art pieces. Her paintings are both contemplative and powerful, providing a window into the emancipated creative subconscious mind of a child.

"I'm in awe of our daughter," Veronika's father, Jesse Kent, stated. "She's honestly smarter than us, already scoring elevated levels on the skill exams and it seems like she might be interested in moving beyond painting into another hobby."

"I like painting," Veronika said grinning while hiding a jawbreaker in her mouth. "I like other things too, like looking at the stars at night or watching the inside of my clock move."

Culinary Corner

Jolie Dawson

Welcome to Culinary Corner! This simday's topic is all about cooking with children. Did you know that children can learn how to cook at a much faster rate than adults? It's true, their young minds are able to absorb so much. Start your child off with a Rip Co. Little Baker Oven or even a lemonade stand and enjoy the tasty fruits of their labor.
Happy Eating!

Announcements

BIRTHS

•Ari and Ava Wilsonoff, to Ray and Lydia Wilsonoff

•Nicholas Keller, born to confidential parents and currently staying with foster parents

ADOPTIONS

•none

DIVORCES & SEPARATIONS

•none

DEATHS

•none

BIRTHDAYS

•Abigal Carr, celebrated her 1st birthday

•Serendipity Herendez, celebrated her 12th birthday
•Amyra and Chase Dawson, celebrated their 5th birthday
•Jessica and Jennifer Kent, celebrated their 5th birthday
•Lara Grey, celebrated her 5th birthday
•Matt Sweeny, celebrated his 5th birthday
•Benjamin Endeavor, celebrated his 22nd birthday
•Susie Wren, celebrated her 22nd birthday
•Abel and Amanda Wilsonoff, celebrated their12th birthday

GRADUATIONS

•Benjamin Endeavor graduated with a 2.8 in philosophy. He is now working as a brick layer and a part-time physical education teacher with Apple Valley Academy.

•Ming Wuu graduated with a 3.5 in mathematics. She is now working as an accountant with Stern & Clerks.



ENGAGEMENTS

•none

WEDDINGS

•Cameron Smith & Gavin Benson

EMIGRATION

•none

IMMIGRATION

•Rashid Cunningham from Simmington Hills

EMPLOYMENT CHANGES

•none

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Experience With Raising, 2008

Peacar, winter, 2008
Johan is 47, Jadhira is 46, Myra and Naraj are 13, Udar is 4 (Abel Wilsonoff is 13)

In a few simweeks, Jadhira would hand over her duties as Archives and Technology Director to Cameron Smith. She didn't know how the woman would handle everything considering that her twins were due around the same time.

Bringing Home Baby Peacer 2008

Peacer, winter, 2008

The Peterson family had plenty to be thankful for this Christmas season. Brandon had gotten a small bonus at work and Ilila was doing well in the polls. Only a few more simweeks until the results were final.

Gallery Working, 2008

Givar, winter, 2008

Antonio is 57, Carmela is 48, Rojo is 16, Serendipity is 12

Thanks to Verde and Rojo's impending fatherhood, Serendipity had to stay underfoot. She hated it, just because both of her big brothers got girls pregnant then she was punished. She couldn't go out without a parent at all and she was a teen now!

Small News, 2008

Resar, fall, 2008

Lainey Lorde, S'Ahmisa Warwick and Verde Herendez are seniors. Benjamin Endeavor is 22, Ming Wuu is 22 and Rashid Cunningham is 22, Krissy Thorn is 24, Alphonso Pentragnani is 26

Right in the World, 2008

Resar, fall, 2008
Anthony is 27, Susie is 22, and Robin is 1

Susie groaned as she abruptly lifted her head in panic. "I'm late!" she cried out before realizing that one can't be late for a non-existent job.

Bringing Home Baby Resar 2008

Resar, fall, 2008

Brandon and Ilila were nervous. This was their fourth treatment round and money, eggs and patience was running out. They were doing their best to try and live their lives as normally as possible in spite of the invasion procedures and numerous heartbreaks over not becoming pregnant...or worse, having a miscarriage. Ilila was running for the hood council even though the doctor said that it was best that she rest and take things easy.

Coloring Within the Lines, 2008

Havar, fall, 2008
Principal: Johan Shazad; Primary Teacher K-3: Jasmine Frankson; Primary Teacher 4-6: Ilila Peterson

Primary Students: Rex Mendenhall is in 6th grade; Veronika Kent and Laci McMillian are in 5th grade; Aaron Sweeny, and Simora Sweeny are in 4th grade; Breckin Grey and Esther Dawson are in 1st grade; Chase Dawson, Amyra Dawson, Jennifer Kent, Jessica Kent, Lara Grey and Matt Sweeny are in kindergarten.

Never Get Tired, 2008

Havar, fall, 2008

Jorge and Jolie are 41, Grace Elise is 13, Ashlee is 10, Esther is 6, Chase and Amyra are 5

Money was tight around the Dawson house and besides the children were neglecting poor Puggles.  He was beginning to act out as a result, doing things like chewing the furniture or eating slippers.

Carefully Measuring, 2008

Remar, summer, 2008

Ray and Lydia Wilsonoff are 39, Alia Shae is 4, Ari and Ava are 3 simlonic months.

The arrival of the twins made things a bit hectic in the Wilsonoff apartment. Thankfully Ray was trying to create a routine and have organized schedules so that the household wouldn't be disrupted as much.

Election Speeches, 2008

Remar, summer, 2008

It was an overcast day in Apple Valley when Fiona entered the administration building. Today was the day of the election speeches and this simyear's election would be significant in that online voting was now allowed.

All About, 2008

Patar, summer, 2008

Tobi is 36; Aaron and Simora are 9; Matt is 5 (Gavin Benson is 34; Cameron Smith is 31, Craig Smith is 3, Christopher Smith is 2)

Tobi struggled through his last repetition, trying not to think about his muscles straining against the weight. He was getting older, he was almost forty, yet he didn't feel as old.

Daydreaming When, 2008

Lovar, spring, 2008

Jesse is 42, Fiona is 39, Veronika is 10, Jessica and Jennifer are 5, Jeremy is 3

Fiona slowly made the bed. Today was her rare day off and she had planned on sleeping in, but the chatter of the twins wouldn't allow her.

A Different Story, 2008

Lovar, spring, 2008

Ming Wuu and Benjamin Endeavor are seniors, Lainey Lorde, S'Ahmisa Warwick and Verde Herendez are juniors.

Benjamin figured that his senior year was meant to be a pretty important one. He made sure that he didn't keep his nose stuck in the books and instead enjoyed his young life, the last hurrah before the real world rudely slapped him in the face and kicked him in the balls.

Barely Wipe, 2008

Hapar, spring, 2008



Principal: Johan Shazad; Primary Teacher K-3: Jasmine Frankson; Primary Teacher 4-6: Ilila Peterson; Secondary Teacher: Simlish & History: Jesse Kent; Secondary Teacher: Math & Science: Krissy Thorn
 Secondary Students: Rosemarie Green and Erricson Frankson are in 11th grade; Si'Enya Warwick and Rojo Herendez are in 10th grade; Elphy Mendenhall, Myra Shazad, Naraj Shazad, Grace Elise Dawson, Bryant Grey, and Annie Grey are in 7th grade;


Primary Students: Abel Wilsonoff Amanda Wilsonoff and Serendipity Herendez are in 6th grade; Rex Mendenhall is in 5th grade; Veronika Kent and Laci McMillian are in 4rd grade; Aaron Sweeny, and Simora Sweeny are in 3rd grade; Breckin Grey and Esther Dawson are in kindergarten

Ilila wished that she didn't have to give this sort of news to parents. To tell a parent that their child had special needs and would require additional help was never an easy pill to swallow.

Bringing Home Baby Hapar 2008

Hapar, spring, 2008

"Ray!" Lydia called from the living area in pain.

"Wha-"

"It's time."

Sixteen hours, four decelerated heart rates and one emergency Cesarean section later, the couple welcomed their twins to the family.

"They are beautiful, Lydia."

"They are."

"Welcome to the world, Ari and Ava."
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Welcome Ari and Ava Wilsonoff. Ari is named after one of the original Kents-which Ray descended from. Ari's twin sister was Ada, so I thought the boy/girl name combo of Ari/Ava was close enough.

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PS. I just noticed that I have a few more followers-welcome! It's so exciting to get new followers and commenters, since I usually get to discover new blogs that way.

Bedding a Random, 2008

Hapar, spring, 2008

Faith is 24, Olivia is 2, Vivienne is 1. Walt Jones is 25

The Christmas decorations were still up, but to be honest, the cheap paper cut-outs were one of the few decor items in the cramped apartment.