Hi, I'm Cortney, or Coceaux (Coco)! Thanks for dropping by, thanks for sticking around if you've been here a while!
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I'm a writer first, so if you love short stories, novellas, etc. you can also follow my website, MyPenWritesNice.com for random stories.
Sim Dumps available on my Patreon, @CoceauxSims .
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On this simblr, I do rotational gameplay between different saves. Whatever gameplay comes when I play within those saves is what I share. I strive to do one save/series per week but I also just go with whoever I'm in the mood to play with at the moment.
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Here are the direct links to my sim stories, all in CHRONO Order.
If you find interest in them, I hope that you enjoy 💚
COMPLETED :
Birdie's Life (1950/60s, teen/YA) | Episodes [Complete, 11 Parts]
Golden Years (1993, elder gameplay) Episodes [Complete, 15 parts]
Discontinued :
The unForgotten
Alternate Universe Kaliah (CAS Challenge)
Season 1 (complete) & Season 2 (incomplete due to save corruption 2xs) tags are TUS1 and TUS2
BTS, and non-story posts tagged as TUOuttakes.
ON-GOING :
In This Lifetime (Legacy Gameplay featuring The Fyres family & Friends)
Siobahn
Morgan
Dominic
Celeste & Lorenzo
Entire Series (some posts missing from tag, likely from when I was getting flagged left and right but previous eps always linked at end of posts)
If It Isn't Love (Gameplay Based On My Original Novel)
Senior Year of HS| 1988-1989 (season 1)
Summer Jobs, Beginning of College| Summer-Winter '89 (season 2)
Post College/Everyday Life | 1993-TBD (season 3)
Minisodes [Short posts between episodes]
BTS (character info/world building)
The ALL HOURS Tour (80s Concert featured in series)
New Beginnings (Gameplay featuring Kaliah, Preston, Jihanna and A.J. from my T.U. series)
Entire Series
Kali & A.J.
Preston
Jihanna
The Powers (Gameplay featuring Genevieve, Kaseem, and Natalie; side sims from my T.U. series. Same timeline & universe as New Beginnings)
Kaseem & Natalie
Genevieve
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Novel To Sims | My Original Characters, from Novels & Short Stories I've Written in Sim Form | NovelToSims
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if you were looking for a sign here it is — be fully indulgent with your game. download all the CC, mod everything, fall in love with your characters, make elaborate casts, and homes, and storylines.
love everything, finish nothing — it doesn't matter
The remainder of the afternoon seemed to drag, and by the time night came around it felt like time stopped altogether. Támar thought she was up alone until she left the guestroom she occupied to find almost all of the lights on.
Selena was up; cleaning things that didn't have a single spot of dirt on them.
She found Selena in the kitchen washing her hands for what was probably the hundredth time. Unfortunately, for both of them, sleep was evading. Unlike Selena who was wrecked with worry, Támar was angry.
So much time, too much in fact, over the last three years had been spent on an individual who often refused to take two seconds to consider anyone other than themselves.
Did Támar truly want to give up on her sister? No. She couldn't imagine the thought of someone throwing in the towel on her (whether the pain was visible or not), but what more could she do?
Kerri could keep the property in Oasis Springs. She could even keep the funds Támar set aside, she had no use for it. But Támar had no more energy for Kerri if Kerri couldn't find the energy to help herself. Támar had her own life to pull back together.
She wished Selena would fall back, even just a little, but Támar knew her mother wasn't built that way. It was what made her so wonderful.
But Támar felt this was only going to bring her mother more stress and heartache and she didn't want to be a witness to that either.
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So, remember I told y'all the game got messy? That heaux got dirty too.
Dom and Tam indeed had a true surprise pregnancy. The condom broke (first time I've ever had that happen in game), and she was on BC but I was going to let it go because apparently the game wanted them to have a baby before marriage. They'd have just missed being teen parents since Dom would have just turned 20 and Tam is a few months older than him, so cool. that also would have fallen in line with the plot of my unfinished second novel about them, so hey... sticking with book accuracy, I guess lol.
Well... the game and the childbirth mod decided they wanted to tag team and stress me tf out.
Technically, Tam had a stillbirth, but I didn't want to write that in and the game glitched and deleted the baby's urn (okay, whatever). THEN, an update I forgot was added to the childbirth mod... Tam had postpartum complications and almost died (I took that module/addon out my game so fast). I exited the game without saving and decided that I would not be writing that into the storyline either.
So, in story she had a missed miscarriage and made it through the subsequent procedure just fine (physically), Dom was by her side every step of the way and they agreed to keep it to themselves since they never announced the pregnancy.
I can tell y'all now, this is not the reason they broke up because I still had them together afterward. They were still supposed to be together but neighborhood stories wanted to dogpile after the game & that mod messed me over. 😩
feat. Claire Dreamer (from @simohgi), Robin Hendrix (aged up, from my Novel To Sims post), and Demetrius Hardin & Malakai Burrell (from my fictional 90s boy band)
Since I took photos for visual inspiration and used sims (and those visuals will still do more of the talking than my actual words), I'll share it here. Just a little practice to get me back into my short story bag as I plan to write a few this weekend.
Those full shorts will go on my writing blog & website. 💚
The school day had been dragging, and the last thing Demetrius felt like doing was listening to his best friend gripe about yet another argument between him and the girl he claimed he couldn't stand.
Facing their lockers, certain the giggles floating behind and around them were geared in their direction, Malakai grumbled on and on. "And she thinks she knows every damn thing."
"I don't know man. I heard her dad's some kind of assassin. Maybe you should just stop arguing with Robin every day before she pulls out one of his tricks."
"SHE has been bothering ME since kindergarten! I admit I was wrong at the time, but you would think when someone pushes you down in the sandbox, that would tell you they don't like you."
Demetrius smirked. "Nah, a lot of girls get told that means a boy likes them."
"That's stupid."
Demetrius nodded in agreement, turning his head slightly as he heard a soft laugh. Music to his ears. "And yet, ever since kindergarten, you willingly troll her just as much as she trolls you. Make it make sense, Bruh. Maybe you should invite her to our interview, since they're letting us perform. Maybe dedicate a song to her, sing to her when you spot her in the audience."
"Shut up." Malakai huffed. "You can't even step to the new girl, so don't tell me anything."
Demetrius froze in place, hating that his best friend was right. Slowly, briefly, he looked behind them as the girls giggled on with whatever their conversation was. Robin cracking the jokes, and Claire falling over as she laughed along. Such a sweet laugh, he thought to himself.
Malakai was absolutely right. Demetrius had not been able to bring himself to speak to the exchange student once since she'd arrived at Nordhaven Prep.
"I don't know what it is. Normally I'm confident, can step and talk to anyone. I don't even have to be close, I just see her and..."
"Chicken."
Demetrius rolled his eyes, facing the lockers with his best friend. "I guess we're both being dumb today."
Malakai shook his head. "I'm not being dumb. I'm trying to plan my escape route for this afternoon since Robin likes to stalk the main entrance. If I can make it to my car unseen, I'll be straight."
"Just tell her you like her."
"I can't stand her, but you go first. Talk to Claire, and not all that stuttering you did when she first introduced herself." Malakai smirked. "Maybe hope you didn't offend or scare her. Maybe ask if all the girls wear pink contacts where she comes from."
Demetrius took a deep breath, turning to face the girls fully. He wanted very badly to go over and talk to Claire. And when he thought his feet were moving for him, he felt stuck in place.
"Go ahead, Bruh. Talk to her."
"I... I..." Demetrius cleared his throat, doing something he knew would get him cursed out. "Hey Robin, Kai wants to talk to you about something."
"Bastard!" Malakai took off, sending the teenaged girls into a fit of laughter while Demetrius worked up his courage and nerve.
During the lunch hour, Demetrius made his way to the gymnasium. As usual, Claire was sitting alone, enjoying a break from the swarm of teens that usually surrounded her when she wasn't with Robin.
Everyone gravitated towards her with ease. Demetrius felt it was time he got the nerve to do so too. His steps were slow, cautious. He did not want to scare her and hoped he wasn't disturbing her peace.
"Um, excuse me," He hated instantly how shaky his voice was. And I'm supposed to be some great performer, acting like this... "is it okay if I join you?"
"Demetrius!" She knows my name. It took a miracle for him to not melt into a puddle in front of her. "Hi!"
"H-hello."
"Are you looking for your friend? I saw him just before I came in here."
Demetrius shook his head, speaking softly. "He's probably mad at me right now, so I'll leave him be." Claire shrugged, happily returning her attention to her phone. "I was hoping to talk to you."
"Oh? I would love to talk with you."
This took the boy by surprise. "Y-you would?"
Claire nodded. "Yes! I've heard you are quite knowledgeable about a lot of skills and hobbies I have taken interest in since being here." She smiled. "But I'd really like to know a lot about your music, and you."
The boy stood stunned, but only for a moment before he sat beside her. Conversation sparked much easier than he thought. The day wasn't such a bad one after all.
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Safe to say they're all for anything arranged over in the Coceauxverse, loll.
Sidenote : does she have a preference for research and debate in your save? 'cause that was her first autonomous interaction when I stopped posing them, and he instantly got flirty 😆. I think he likes a girl with a mind and thoughts of her own.
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October flew by faster than Támar anticipated, but she truly enjoyed her break and her time with Samir. Now it was time to get him back to Quincy so they could do all of their Halloween festivities together as a new family.
Before heading to Nordhaven, however, Támar was persuaded by her mother to make a pitstop in Cuidad. Miraculously, Selena had finally been able to reach Kerri and she maintained hope that her younger daughter would come through for her. And if not for Selena, for little Samir at least.
Támar wouldn't hold her breath, but she dropped in anyway. She was surprised to see Isaan home since she'd left him behind with Jamee and the rest of the tour crew.
As Támar and Isaan were catching up, they heard a joyful squeal and Samir excitedly calling out for his mother. His little feet tapping across the floors as he ran to Kerri just as she walked through the door.
Támar and Isaan both grew silent, deciding to keep their opinions to themselves. Isaan decided to stay on the balcony while Támar tiptoed inside.
Kerri was trying to speak in a hushed tone, trying to temper her son's excitement while also trying to avoid making the sweet child any promises.
Once Kerri realized her mother and sister were watching, she stood at a distance, staring at the floor. She could and would not will herself to move further or closer until Samir had been taken into the pool and lounge area by Isaan (who'd learned very quickly it was best to try to distract the toddler whenever it became evident Kerri was not as excited as him).
The conversation was a rough one. One that Kerri tried every tactic to avoid, but Selena could not let well enough alone. Though both girls insisted she not blame herself, it was inevitable. It was just the type of mother she was. If there were moments she could not reach Támar (though they are very close), she sends herself into a fit of worry until she hears from her. That fit of worry is multiplied by 100 when it comes to Kerri (especially because Kerri distancing herself from everyone came out of nowhere).
When it became evident that they were getting nowhere, Selena decided to step away to dry her tears.
Deciding, for once, not to take a harsh approach Támar did what she told herself she wouldn't. She tried to plead and reason with her sister. No one wanted to control Kerri, though the 22-year-old seemed to think so. No one wanted to keep tabs on her, force her into anything she didn't want to do. Támar had struggles too, there were little things she hid from others as well. But unlike Kerri, she didn't purposefully leave people wondering if she were safe or alive for months at a time.
For Támar, personally, seeing her mother hurt and grieving upset her more than anything. Normally she kept her mouth shut and her thoughts to herself out of respect for her mother, but Támar had to say something this time.
Though Támar didn't find her words harsh or insulting, something she said set Kerri off. And in her retaliation, Kerri said something that she knew instantly she'd never be able to take back.
The words cut Támar deeply, especially because they were hurled her way in such a vicious manner. However, Támar would not give Kerri what she was likely looking for. A real fight, an excuse to lash out and walk away from her responsibilities again. Támar would never let Kerri's choices sit on her shoulder. In a dry, monotonous tone, Támar expressed the thoughts and feelings she'd been holding in since Samir was born, and she walked away.
Eventually Samir left Isaan to find his mother. Kerri sat with Samir for a little bit before telling him to let the adults know he was going to the park with her. Very sweetly he invited his teetee. Támar politely declined, knowing that while she would always take care of Samir, regardless of how Kerri truly felt... for the time being, she could not be near or around her sister.
** family photos were taken prior to the sit down & argument.
** Xavier, Isaan's son, does not like to be seen so I doubt will see him unless there's a family event lol.
Dominic's guests for the week included some of his favorite people.
He was able to pull Jason out of the studio, and Maxine was fresh off of styling for a very high-profile film. They discussed their careers, being married young, overcoming the stigma of being teen parents, and even introduced their baby boy JJ (now 4) ahead of his very first campaign as one of Little Tykes newest toddler models.
They were thriving, which led to a conversation that both Jason and Maxine had found difficult before hearing the questions their dear friend had to ask. Still no contact with their parents and families, they went on to discuss their feelings about and how they deal with people only wanting to 'love' them now because of their money and proximity to fame.
He was beyond proud of his friends, happy to see them still in love and creating success for themselves.
Then, he managed to get a hold of Rashid who was now providing his talents and commentary to one of the nation's largest sports programs. They caught up on all that'd been going on since they parted ways after their summer together in Brindleton, before Dominic dove straight into all of the accolades that had been piling up for Rashid after he came out of his shell and got comfortable in front of the camera.
Dominic LOVED that he knew so many successful individuals. It kept him motivated and he loved showing them off to his community in Nordhaven.
In fact, his biggest pull so far just might have been his former competitor/potential cohost.
One thing was for certain; Brindleton, Del Sol Valley, and Nordhaven were all blessed to have NOT experienced what would have been the great tag-teaming of DeWitt & Birch as the top news anchors. No competing station would have stood a chance. Things worked out exactly as they were supposed to.
Following their internship, Carrington came out swinging with all the resources she'd been given and everything she learned when Dominic's mother pulled her under her wing. By the fall of 1991, Carrington was anchoring the evening news in Del Sol Valley by herself, with nary a source of competition in sight. Just as she'd completed her first year in the #1 seat, she'd been offered the job she could not resist. It led her to Ondarion, where she met the heir to the Dambele throne. If her in-laws thought she was going to throw her hard work away just to prance around in pretty gowns, they were sadly mistaken. However, Carrington proved to be well loved and received by Dambele residents, and her place as one of the top and most reputable sources of news in Ondarion brought great spotlight and recognition to the royal family.
Dominic was very pleased that everything fell into place perfectly for her.
And, since he had to go to Del Sol Valley to be interviewed by another talk show host he'd befriended, Dominic decided to drop in on his cousin to meet her baby girl.
Naturally, little Raven deemed Dominic her favorite. He (and her parents) expected no other reaction. Dominic truly is some sort of baby whisperer and enjoys spoiling every baby he came across.
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Early mornings, after breakfast, were for a bit of learning before Samir got the chance to run wild for the rest of the day. Today he didn't feel like getting dressed, and who was Támar to argue with a sweet faced 3 year old?
With Samir in the house, she kept her daily workout restricted to the patio and yard while he happily entertained himself with food and conversations with Tootie.
Támar, however, was a bit lost in her thoughts today. Thoughts and memories she pushed aside, thoughts and memories that felt a need to resurface after seeing Dominic.
It didn't take long for Samir to get settled once they made it to Selvadorada.
All little man needs is good food/snacks, dance parties, & cool toys.
He loves the rain, but not the rain that makes Támar believe they need to take naps.
He LOVES the outdoors ... until his energy mysteriously gets wiped out after he's zoomed around the entire yard and garden.
(Támar took him inside during the first nap. He went back out and passed out again, lol).
Also, a rock should hate to see Samir coming because it will be collected once he lays eyes on it.
Lastly, he loves to play hide & seek. And he LOOOOOVES meeting new people. Of course, the little charmer is going to compliment everything he 'yikes' and 'yoves' because a gentleman always pays compliments.
Támar wasn't surprised to get a visit from Ms. Rosalie Saldivar. Rosalie had become a surrogate grandmother to Támar when she first started frequenting Selvadorada more. Of course, Rosalie came with a bit of a plan, but it was going to have to wait until Támar came back alone.
Assuming Támar allows the kindly old woman's antics.
** in my mind, Samir can't pronounce his 'L's properly, so he very cutely says "yikes" a lot lol.
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Dominic made it a point to catch Quincy before he left for his honeymoon. It wasn't his intention to come in with an attitude, but he was deeeep in his feelings.
Feelings he thought had faded until he saw Támar again. He needed to vent the things he thought he would have to keep to himself forever.
Well, one of my saves isn't cooperating with me at all, I'm so far ahead in the storyline with another, and the third is just like whatever when I visit them.
I guess that means I need to finally stop procrastinating, lol. Time to hop out of my sims bag for a while (while my queue is good and full), and focus on my writing ... for real this time.
I gave myself a deadline, and wouldn't you know ... August is creepin' on a come up like the Bone Thugs.
If it wasn't known or obvious, music motivates EVERYTHING I do and most often songs inspire a lot of what I write. A few years ago I did a series of short stories on my website, and I'm bringing that back.
Full stories will be shared on my website, MyPenWritesNice.com and snippets will be shared on my other tumblr, @mypenwritesnice .
Can't wait to dive back into my first love, and hope to see you reading along.
