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New Story for October
Posted On Oct 07, 2008 | Click here to comment
I've got a spooky story, called Delusional over at The Sim Shack if any of you are interested in checking it out! Here's a link to the story!
Be sure to register and play some games, participate in polls and challenges, too!
I'd love to see you all there. :D
Buttercup Living *FIXED*
Posted On Sep 18, 2008 | Click here to comment
...okay, problem fixed. The set has been resubmitted and is patiently waiting for approval. To everyone who has already downloaded, you must redownload. Sorry!
! Problem with Buttercup Living !
Posted On Sep 17, 2008 | Click here to comment
...it's been brought to my attention that I've uploaded the meshes for Holy Simoly's Phoenix Recolor, instead of my recolors (Buttercup Living Set). I've PMed the head hauncho and am waiting for her to reply or remove the set so that I can fix the problem.
This means, all that have downloaded it will need to re ownload the set at a later date.
I currently, still do not have electricity, so I cannot fix the set...or even get to the files to fix the set. I will post another blog/announcement when it's ready to be redownloaded.
I apologize for the trouble.
Hurricane Update
Posted On Sep 13, 2008 | 2 Comments
I've been getting some messages from people asking how we're holding up with Hurricane Ike. They are still guesstimating about 9 more hours of 100mph winds.
We've got some trees down all over. Some crushing garages, some going through houses, fences ruined...limbs down and on cars. It's bad...
We're in the eye right now, but 2/3 of the hurricane is quickly coming. The 2/3 is the part we worry about it, it's so big and MUCH harder than the previous portions.
We've no power, and hadn't had any for about 4-5 hours. (I'm sitting on my laptop...)
I'll try to keep you all updated...
Fair Warning
Posted On Sep 11, 2008 | Click here to comment
Hurricane Ike (Category 4) is headed straight for me. Should be hitting land sometime tomorrow, so if I am not around for a few days...it is most likely because we've lost power or potentially other things...
We've not been told to evacuate, but they are evacuating some parts of Houston (about an hour's drive from me). Our little town never has to go anywhere actually, but it'll hit us as a Category 4, so who knows? All we ever get is rain and flooding...maybe some wind, but nothing major. You can go to stormpulse.com and see what I'm talking about. I'm a little North of the Houston dot.
I just wanted to give you all a head's up in case I disappear for some time...
Sim Therapy
Posted On Sep 10, 2008 | 1 Comments
...I've been creating so much and writing the Andretti's so much, that I was 'challenged' to just open the game and play. Sure, that may be normal for most of you...but I cannot remember the last time I just sat down and 'played' the game. I'm either writing a story, taking preview shots, testing creations, building a lot of submission...but never really 'playing'. But, let me tell you...I've been doing it for about three days now and it's awesome. :D I've certainly missed the original purpose of the game...
I've been working on a new mesh set, as well as a requested mesh. Those should be coming out soon...well, the requested mesh...not the room. The room is proving to be quite challenging.
Also, I have been working on the Andretti's...Part 57 is in the making. It has about 10 or so screens already in it and typed up. I am hoping to have that submitted for approval before Thursday.
Anywho's...just a bit of an update on what's going on around my minisite. Thanks for checking in and being so loyal! I love you guys!
Whoa! I've been busy!
Posted On Aug 23, 2008 | Click here to comment
I got a creative spurt tonight, and MAN! ...BodyShop and I have made a load of stuff! Here's a rather lengthy list of the stuff I've pulled out of my back pocket, that may just end up on my MiniSite in the short future!
Texture Challenge 58 - Maxis Mesh (room)
Texture Challenge 34 - Maxis Mesh (room)
Elder Unders - (base game/elder male) Set of 6 items that can be worn as undies, pjs, and swimsuits.
Summer Shorts - (bon voyage/adult male) Set of 4 items that can be worn as swimwear and pjs.
Shoe Match - (base game/child male) A set of 4 base game Maxis clothings with matching shoes. I always hated the blue and green shoes that EVERY child had to wear. So, I fixed 'em right up for me, and maybe you.
Beach Boy - (base game/teen male) A set of 5 items that can be worn as swimwear or pjs.
Like Mother, Like Daughter - (H&M/Adult Female & Teen Female) An outfit for both mother and teen females.
Undeneyeable Eye Shadow - A set of 5 beautiful eye shadows, I'm very proud of them. :D
Mad Lips - A set of three lipsticks without the shine.
...so far, that's it. I've not worked on the Andretti's since last night. I felt like creating for once.
Bear with me...
Posted On Aug 18, 2008 | 2 Comments
I've been very sick lately, and haven't been much of a Simmer. I don't even feel like playing...much less creating. :( Some of you may have noticed my lack in submissions and GB signing and forum-izing...I do apologize.
However, a few things I have planned for the upcoming weeks:
1. I am going to start recoloring Maxis Meshes only for a few weeks. I know that some of you aren't TSR Subscribers (shame on you!) but, would like more of my recolors in your games. Besides, I want to start understand collection files and their inner workings. Most CC Meshes have their own collection files, so I can't learn to make them that way!
2. I am going to start doing a bit more meshing as well...been working on a new cellphone mesh, the Apple iPhone, to be exact. I get so bored with the original cellphone, thought I might take it upon myself to create something a little more snazzy for my Sims. It needs a bit more work...but, it's coming along fine.
3. I've started a second job that takes up most my time, but I promise to try and keep up with the Andretti Legacy demand. I just hate to upload crummy parts because you guys are starving. Sometimes I just don't have that 'creative' wire to write up a good twisted part...so I try to pull something out of my sleeve even though I'm wearing a tank top...and you can see where I'm going with that. No sleeves...no ideas...crummy part.
Bear with my guys and gals!
All Apologies
Posted On Aug 09, 2008 | 2 Comments
First and foremost, I sincerely apologize for not putting anything out and certainly not releasing ANY of the Andretti Legacy.
I've been getting a few messages here and there from you guys asking what's going on. I appreciate those.
Being out of work for an entire month unexpectedly because of surgery mishaps, I had to get a second job. I've been working bunches and been spending some time with the family. My Jeep has also made a few trips to Hell and back, and I'm getting by...slowly by surely.
It's 11am in the morning, and I've got nothing to do today but updates! So, if all goes well...I will be uploading an Andretti and a few sets tonight...unless I get sidetracked with meshing!
TSR's Texture Challenge
Posted On Jul 24, 2008 | Click here to comment
For all you recolorers out there, you may find a great deal of interest in TSR's Texture Challenge in the TSR Forums.
Each Wednesday a member is chosen to supply 4+ textures for all members to use in a room recolor. There are no prizes, this is strictly for fun. I have been a member for a little over 10 weeks and man...I LOVE it!
The people are super friendly and very supportive. Each person offers constructive advice to help each other excel in recoloring. We're kind of like a TSR TC Family.
So, if you're interested...or have questions, feel free to visit the links below or even PM me for answers.
Texture Challenge Archive - Here is where you find all the textures each week.
Texture Challenge Showcase - Here is where you converse and share previews of your items.
Texture Challenge Tutorial - A TSR Tutorial discussing the TC and TC Rules.
(I cannot link in my blog, so PM me if you're interested in any of the links!)
Also, feel free to search the TSR downloads by theme using 'Texture Challenge' to see the stuff we've all submitted so far!