2.76 – It’s Only The Beginning

“Welcome back. How was the tour?” “It was amazing! Everything was made of trees.”

“You really think watching this will help, papa?” “Well, yeah. The more you hear a language, the more natural it’ll seem.”

Steve likes the microscope. Everything will be examined in the end. Everything.

Shea’s enjoying her room. Her own computer, a lock on the door and lots of room for posters – what more could she want?

I know these are used to build children’s motor skills, but they also work for androids.

You know those ‘Party’-sized servings? They last one meal. This is one massive family. The food bill will go down quite a bit when the twins move out.

Then again, Phoenix will age up. Goodness knows how much he’ll eat as a toddler.

Steve is learning about the world, and he’s having a great time! Maybe we’ll give him a tent and let him go travelling at some point…

Yari’s bump is getting bigger. The new family member(s?) will be here soon 😀

I’ve noticed Shea getting restless more often recently. Lots of jogging, but it isn’t always enough.

Mal’s VR set-up is improving every day! He’s doing a great job.

“Are you sure I can join in? I do not know if I can paint.” “Well, that puts you in a better position than me – I know I can’t! Just pick up a brush and have fun, yeah?”

“You don’t happen to have any tips for learning Sixan grammar, GG? I could really use some.”

D’awww ❤ The new grandparents are as in love as ever.

Can’t do homework without a good snack. If you ask me, Shea has the right idea!

“You’re getting your trousers wet.” “Screw the trousers.”

“Wanna try this drink? I saw someone at work make it and I think I can copy it.” “Sounds dangerous. Sure, why not!”

The thing about being neighbours with family is that you’re never too far away  for a surprise visit.

Ellie’s house is quite the hangout now. You wonder why?

I’m sure the TV and game system has nothing to do with it…

Lor is looking forward to meeting his new grandkid(s). You need to be patient, sir.

Ellie and Deja are dating! They don’t live together, but they can often be found in the same place. I guess you weren’t just going to Magnolia Promenade for sports equipment, eh, Ellie?

It’s a family effort!

Amata comes around to play most days. I’m beginning to wonder whether she likes the slide more than she likes us, though…

The blonde boy is Shea’s half-brother, German. (Have I made the ‘no he’s not actually german’ joke yet?) He’s grown quite a bit since we first met him at the park.

Whenever there’s a science project, these two team up and make Lor do it. Good job, teenagers!

“I’ve never studied so much in my life.” “Well, you should probably get used to it. Come on, Ly. It’s for a good cause.”

Random coffee-fuelled chats on the pavement at three in the morning. No biggie.

Why is everyone gathered here, you ask?

THE NOOBOOS HAVE ARRIVED!

We have another pair of twin girls – Caro and Lacie ❤

“I look scarier than I am, promise.”

It takes you back, doesn’t it, Lor?

The paintings have been completed, but that’s not the only thing.

Here, opposite the park…

… Lyra and Leo have a new home.

It’s time to replant your tree sapling, Ly. Welcome to your new life.

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A/N – I can’t believe it. Gen 2 is over, and the reins have been handed over to our Lyra. We’ll still be seeing plenty of Lor, Mal and the others, but times are moving on. Thank you for staying with me through this 🙂 I really didn’t plan for Generation 2 to be so long, but so many things happened: children, androids, interplanetary discord, arsonists, abductions, accidents… they’ve certainly kept busy!

Good luck, Lyra! Welcome, Generation 3 ❤