The Nickel and Dimed Challenge Read 31205 times (Yamx) Apr-02-08 12:48 PM GMT (updated)

Starting Conditions: You're a single parent with almost no assets and no marketabl... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 12:49 PM GMT (updated)

The Goal: Raising your kids successfully until they're old enough to take care of th... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 12:51 PM GMT (updated)

Job Restrictions: Since unskilled workers usually have to deal with very low salar... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 12:52 PM GMT (updated)

Money: Career track jobs are the only source of income. The following restrictions a... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 12:54 PM GMT (updated)

Variations Here are some variations to make your challenge harder or easier. You c... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 12:58 PM GMT (updated)

Scoring System: (This is only for those who want it - I myself can never be bother... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 12:59 PM GMT (updated)

Im Going to do this now! :-chuckle... (Simirogers2) Apr-02-08 01:45 PM GMT (updated)

Cool! Have fun, and let us know how it goes! :) (Yamx) Apr-02-08 01:58 PM GMT

By the way..I gave you a bene this must of took a long time!... (Simirogers2) Apr-03-08 03:11 AM GMT

Thank you very much! Funnily enough, the basic idea didn't take much time at all -... (Yamx) Apr-03-08 03:43 AM GMT

You can figure out alot of stuff while your in the shower!... (Simirogers2) Apr-03-08 06:03 AM GMT (updated)

That's for sure, lol. :) (Yamx) Apr-03-08 06:06 AM GMT

The shower is when I do most of my thinking!!! Hi Yamx, Just wanted to drop in and sa... (gldkelly) Aug-16-08 04:59 PM GMT

you've really put a lot of work into this. bene! (prof2bee) Apr-02-08 02:09 PM GMT

Thank you very much. :) (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:12 PM GMT

Hi I am going to try this and I will do it by your rules. If I was a single mom... (momtosims) Jun-23-08 12:25 AM GMT

Of course in real life, a person can do a lot of the things that the rules forbid. Ho... (Yamx) Jun-23-08 03:13 AM GMT

yes I agree with you. In a lot of ways it would be nice to live in the Sim world.... (momtosims) Jun-26-08 09:11 AM GMT

Wow, perfect timing with the spelling bee, huh? They do come in handy, especially in... (Yamx) Jun-26-08 10:05 AM GMT

with both Lily and her son working I was able to get the dance bar. The son is work... (momtosims) Jun-28-08 02:16 PM GMT

No, I've never had a sim bring home groceries! How cool! was there a chance card or s... (Yamx) Jun-28-08 02:19 PM GMT

No he just came in the door with a basket and put it in the refrigerator. It was ve... (momtosims) Jun-29-08 12:02 AM GMT

Well, that is cool! So much more practical than a game or something! *g* I once start... (Yamx) Jun-29-08 02:25 AM GMT

Well I am finished with it. Lily had to quit her job again and she was so depres... (momtosims) Jul-03-08 01:47 PM GMT

I'm glad you had a good time with it, and thatLily found love in the end. Thanks for... (Yamx) Jul-03-08 03:50 PM GMT

Wow you must have a lot atime on your hands to make this. You deserve a Bene (simboy8) Apr-02-08 02:11 PM GMT

LOL - there's other stuff I should have been doing with the time, to be honest - but... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:14 PM GMT

ok you do realize that it will be impossible for a sim to stay at just one cooking po... (gizzard959000) Apr-02-08 02:17 PM GMT

Thanks. :) If you check the "Unskilled" section again, you'll see that cooking an... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:22 PM GMT

Looks too hard for me. But that's ok, I'll probably try it someday. :-)... (thinkpink950145) Apr-02-08 02:18 PM GMT

Aw, just give it a try .-maybe you'll surprise yourself. :-) (You can always use one... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:24 PM GMT

I decided to make a friend of mine for my custom neighborhood who (un)fortunately has... (bellenoire2005) Oct-08-08 02:40 PM GMT

This looks awesome! I'm going to try it out. I was getting bored with my game anyways... (OrionsBlade9) Apr-02-08 02:18 PM GMT

Thank you! Have fun, and keep us posted please. :) (Great sig quote, btw! *g*) (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:25 PM GMT

I intend to :-) Thanks ;-) (OrionsBlade9) Apr-02-08 02:44 PM GMT

Ok- This looks like a blast! I'm gonna HAVE to try it at some point. I do, however,... (smileandnod0829) Apr-02-08 02:42 PM GMT

If you can get the father abducted without him exceeding one logic point, that's fine... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:49 PM GMT

i have a few questions too: one of the knowledge perks is "importing knowledge" or ge... (bestbakedalaska) Jul-24-08 07:22 AM GMT

Awesome! I'm totally gonna try that, and I'm reading your story right now! Bene! :-) (soccaluva46615) Apr-02-08 02:52 PM GMT

Thanks! I hope you have fun (both with playing the challenge and with my story) - ple... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 03:22 PM GMT

I HAVE to try this!!! (rodier1128) Apr-02-08 03:38 PM GMT

:) Have fun, and let us know how it goes please. (Yamx) Apr-02-08 03:40 PM GMT

oh yeah im doin this challenge i just love having atleast one family that has probl... (SeasonsSimmer) Apr-02-08 03:52 PM GMT (updated)

I'm glad you like it! Have fun, and let us know how it goes. :) (Yamx) Apr-02-08 04:06 PM GMT

Woah!~ That sounds so fun. But i think i would fail =]... I'll give it a try once my... (Sprk443) Apr-02-08 08:44 PM GMT

Great - have fun with it! :) (Yamx) Apr-03-08 01:53 AM GMT

Wouldn't it make it harder if the children stayed with the mom after they became adul... (ShakyPatellas) Apr-20-08 03:01 PM GMT

No, it'd be easier - adults can help out around the house a lot, plus of course they... (Yamx) Apr-20-08 03:16 PM GMT

Hi All, Well, I finished the challenge, :-D but I haven't added up points so I'm n... (Vllygrls26) Apr-27-08 10:05 PM GMT

Wow! Amazing story, as always! :) LOL at your near miss with the social worker - and... (Yamx) Apr-28-08 01:50 AM GMT

Ha! Ha! Thanks, Yamx! Yes, I used moveobjects! And I just about fell off my chair... (Vllygrls26) Apr-28-08 10:02 AM GMT

True - the synergy effect of the Sims is amazing - maybe we should call it "simergy"!... (Yamx) Apr-28-08 10:32 AM GMT

Simergy -- I like that! Yes, I will do another story when I do the challenge again!... (Vllygrls26) Apr-30-08 10:45 AM GMT

Me too. :) Happy simming! (Yamx) Apr-30-08 11:10 AM GMT

I had an idea for a challenge, and posted it. Then I came here and saw this one and... (Manfrengensenden) May-07-08 10:51 PM GMT

Wow, you played the N&D challenge in real life??? ;D That's actually part of why I... (Yamx) May-07-08 11:32 PM GMT

Hehe yeah -- I wish I'd gotten points for life events. :-) Thanks for having a look... (Manfrengensenden) May-08-08 09:13 AM GMT

Here's my album for the challenge. It was fun but wow -- it was really fun to finish... (Manfrengensenden) May-11-08 01:52 AM GMT

Wow, you really took Nicky for a ride, huh? ;) I can't believe how unlucky your were... (Yamx) May-11-08 10:44 AM GMT

It was a really interesting challenge to me because I'm so used to speeding up to hig... (Manfrengensenden) May-11-08 12:22 PM GMT (updated)

I laughed when i saw all your date flowers! *g* I've never dated that much with any s... (Yamx) May-11-08 02:03 PM GMT

I hoped you'd enjoy that shot of the flowers. I just read your story on your page... (Manfrengensenden) May-11-08 04:03 PM GMT

Aw, well, as long as you had fun with it, don't worry about the score/having accident... (Yamx) May-11-08 05:42 PM GMT

I did have a lot of fun and I'm trying to get some of my friends to try it as well.... (Manfrengensenden) May-11-08 11:46 PM GMT

LOL, I was trying to add a little but of realism, or rather fake-realism - of course,... (Yamx) May-12-08 02:40 AM GMT

The "bad seed" thing is a great idea. One of my favorite sims grew up "badly" back i... (Manfrengensenden) May-13-08 10:19 AM GMT (updated)

LOL - how many oceans of elixir has he had to drink to get all that done? ;) I thi... (Yamx) May-13-08 10:28 AM GMT

Hi there Yamx. It's been a while -- over a year. =) I can't believe how long it's b... (Manfrengensenden) Aug-01-09 05:39 AM GMT (updated)

AW! I ? this challenge!!! I'm starting it right now! Only becuase I had already ma... (jezuz4evry1) May-13-08 08:59 PM GMT

I'm so glad you like the challenge! :) I wouldn't say I "truly" understand - I think... (Yamx) May-14-08 03:03 AM GMT

This was very tricky in the begining. i had one single mom with three toddler girls... (Soapdish042) May-16-08 06:20 AM GMT

Wow - three toddlers is brave! I'm glad all went well, though. Bet it was really stre... (Yamx) May-16-08 06:44 AM GMT

Oh i have picks of the most distressful moments. I just don't know to upload them to... (Soapdish042) May-16-08 12:36 PM GMT

I could, but it's probably easier for both of us if post the link to this great tutor... (Yamx) May-16-08 01:31 PM GMT

This is really awesome and I'm definitely going to try it!! btw, Nickel and Dimed... (Manda73) Jun-09-08 09:00 AM GMT

I'm glad you like ym challenge, and especially that you like the book, too. :) Le... (Yamx) Jun-09-08 01:52 PM GMT

this looks like tons of fun. but tons of rules. hope i can remember them all :) (sism112233) Jun-15-08 09:56 AM GMT

I hope you have lots of fun with it! Please let us know how it goes! (Maybe you could... (Yamx) Jun-15-08 10:01 AM GMT

This seems very cool. I am going to be covering it on my next podcast, July 1. The... (Ziese52) Jun-22-08 05:20 PM GMT

I'd love to join, but it might be a bit complex to organize. For one thing, your page... (Yamx) Jun-22-08 05:36 PM GMT

looks fun, I might try it after I finish my legacy :-D (booncud) Jun-26-08 09:30 AM GMT

If you do, have fun with it, and please let us know how it goes. :) (Yamx) Jun-26-08 10:05 AM GMT

This was a very fun challenge. I really liked how hard it was to start with. I've n... (robinschatz) Jul-01-08 06:02 AM GMT

Wow, cool story! And your outing strategy is very clever! I can't believe a nanny act... (Yamx) Jul-01-08 07:53 AM GMT

Can mum or dad study parenting? (FreeTime) (KrazekatPlay) Jul-21-08 08:15 PM GMT

Yes, studying parenting is fine. :) (Yamx) Jul-22-08 12:11 AM GMT

Awesome challenge!! Haven't played without the money cheat in awhile... Had two girls... (sammiea823) Jul-24-08 09:37 PM GMT

Wait a minute, couldn't you just use the broke family from the begining? (shneakay) Aug-13-08 02:48 PM GMT

Great job creating this challenge; it looks like a lot of fun! I'll let you know how... (CheshireCat994) Aug-20-08 03:42 PM GMT

Yikes! I've tried to do this challenge three times now and have had to quit due to mo... (Mandyc349) Aug-25-08 10:44 AM GMT

Once I have fixed my sims I am going to DO THIS!!! (blackytack) Aug-29-08 03:57 AM GMT

Finally! I've completed the nickel and dimed challenge! Unfortunately I don't have a... (mizz11) Sep-12-08 11:48 PM GMT

Wow, I just read this book in english..Pretty interesting :) Great challenge idea, i'... (Zacloeb) Oct-04-08 01:06 AM GMT

Egads, I have to try this now. Downloaded the home, now to get the mommy and kiddo's... (kerryanne13) Oct-28-08 03:06 PM GMT

This has been a fun one. At first it was pretty insane. Momma was always drained. Luc... (mmmMONKEYturd) Nov-19-08 08:47 AM GMT

WOW!! I'm speechless.:-O Do you have alot of time on your hands?8-O I might,just m... (ANNA123199) Nov-19-08 01:35 PM GMT

After getting bored with my game I decided to try this out. I've tweaked the beginni... (xAmethystxSugarx) Nov-20-08 06:26 PM GMT

I am getting ready to start this challenge right now! I was so intrigued because I am... (lovemycutco) Mar-06-09 07:13 PM GMT

I'm attempting this challenge now. I'm finally on spring break so I'm hoping to have... (MysterySim90) Mar-13-09 10:00 AM GMT

This sound so much fun, im gonna go this this right now.. I can't wait how it turns o... (rittenbery) Mar-13-09 04:13 PM GMT

I noticed that there are no penalties if you used cheats.. So I created that if I us... (simona0st) May-16-09 08:30 PM GMT

I'll try this as soon as I finish my other challenge. This sounds great and I'll try... (podunkboy) Jul-06-09 03:39 PM GMT

I've been looking for a new challenge for ages!! Kudos on creating this one, it's sou... (cloesims2) Oct-01-09 08:20 PM GMT

Sounds depressing and yet challenging. Something I'm going to try. (Avytar2) Apr-02-08 01:36 PM GMT

I'm glad you want to give it a try. Please let us know how it goes. :) (Yamx) Apr-02-08 01:42 PM GMT

This is a good challenge for me to get back into the sims again! I've not been playi... (LauraNY152) Jan-04-10 06:00 PM GMT

Argh... I just realized I somehow manged to overlook an entire section of the rules w... (Yamx) Apr-03-08 06:26 AM GMT (updated)

I am definitely going to try this one right now. I am a single mother myself trying t... (Goddessness696) Apr-14-08 07:19 PM GMT

LOL - I guess that might cause problems with the T rating (though one wouldn't see an... (Yamx) Apr-15-08 01:57 AM GMT

What about letting kids go to private school if mom woohoo's with the headmaster? It... (OswaltChic) Apr-16-08 12:53 PM GMT

Sorry, no private school. In real life, wohooing with the headmaster alone wouldn't g... (Yamx) Apr-16-08 01:57 PM GMT

Um, Halp! I decided to attempt your challenge, and I was doing pretty well, kids wit... (Mia04120) Aug-20-08 09:03 AM GMT

im gonna do it on both my laptop and pc! (PinkSims51) Dec-30-09 07:04 PM GMT

Alright i am going to try this..seriously so just one question on the skills if you... (Oscarin920) May-17-08 10:49 AM GMT

I'm glad you're interested in my challenge. No, you mustn't get 2 or more points... (Yamx) May-17-08 11:03 AM GMT

I've done something like this before, only I actually started out with the family bei... (Sims2lover1012) Oct-05-08 02:07 PM GMT

Please check out my story about my challenge and tell me if you think I should contin... (Ethelred09) Mar-20-09 11:58 AM GMT

Hi, I am about to start this challenge. I just have one thing to say before I do. B... (mrskathycohen) Apr-22-08 03:47 PM GMT

Oh, I realize that in real life, there are fire alarms in poor neighborhoods. Just as... (Yamx) Apr-22-08 11:06 PM GMT

Hi Yamx, I wanted to let you know how the challenge went. First I wanted to introd... (mrskathycohen) Apr-30-08 11:13 AM GMT

Wow, your family (love the names) really got up to a rought start... It's true, some... (Yamx) Apr-30-08 11:24 AM GMT

Hiya im going to try this challenge to! If i finish it. Ive only completed one challe... (ashleigh1nef) May-01-08 03:20 PM GMT

Well, this challenge is comparatively short, so maybe you will finsih it, lol. Either... (Yamx) May-01-08 04:51 PM GMT

I loved your idea soooo much that I started a new neighborhood for legacy challenges... (anneivil) May-11-08 10:52 PM GMT

Yeah, that was pretty much why I put the crib on the uploaded lot in the living room... (Yamx) May-12-08 02:56 AM GMT

Hi Yamx, Congrats on your promotion by the way! Well, I've now got a neighborhood... (anneivil) May-21-08 11:03 PM GMT

Thanks! I'm glad you're having fun with it! :) I'm glad my tips worked. (I play... (Yamx) May-22-08 01:29 AM GMT

I have uploaded the first part of a story. It's the Stavros family. Father Wanted i t... (anneivil) May-26-08 03:21 PM GMT

You can post a link simply by copy&pasting the URL into your post. :) But don't worry... (Yamx) May-26-08 03:34 PM GMT

Yeah. I found it via my SimPage too...LOL. Glad you liked it. I'll try a bit harder w... (anneivil) May-26-08 03:58 PM GMT

Ok. So I've posted part two. I can't find the URL for it so it's on my sim page. Its... (anneivil) May-27-08 02:53 PM GMT

Oh wow, things really hit a low point there, huh? The mom missed work and therefore l... (Yamx) May-27-08 03:11 PM GMT

Oh no!! How annoying. I just read the gardener bit. This post is sooooo long I missed... (anneivil) May-27-08 10:45 PM GMT

Well, since you're not scoring it, it doesn't really matter that you inadvertently br... (Yamx) May-28-08 01:51 AM GMT

Alex may get to go to college as he is now an overachiever....I just have to give him... (anneivil) May-28-08 10:53 PM GMT

You're welcome. Happy simming! :-) (Yamx) May-29-08 01:34 AM GMT

I've finally managed to download the actual house and I started a new challenge famil... (anneivil) Jun-06-08 11:33 PM GMT

LOL - well, the house is supposed to be sub-ideal. ;) But you can change toddlers wit... (Yamx) Jun-07-08 03:57 AM GMT

It was fine once I got used to the idea. I just hated letting the poor baby get so sm... (anneivil) Jun-07-08 10:40 PM GMT (updated)

Yeah, I think it'd be cool if parents could give toddlers pongebathes... but hey, sim... (Yamx) Jun-08-08 05:05 AM GMT

It must be weird to see your creation all over the place. I've uploaded another p... (anneivil) Jun-10-08 01:03 AM GMT (updated)

It is weird - but a good weird, lol - here I am sitting in my little apartment with m... (Yamx) Jun-10-08 07:30 AM GMT

Good story! Wow, she just can't catch a break, huh? ;) Little Joey sure was surprise... (Yamx) Jun-10-08 05:23 PM GMT

The baby was actually a surprise to me too. I often play with no sound and she showed... (anneivil) Jun-10-08 11:45 PM GMT

Yeah, college can be... tiring, I suppose. I tend to just power through by making the... (Yamx) Jun-11-08 02:08 AM GMT

Yeah I do that too. I used to play with cheats a lot, the money one mainly so they ha... (anneivil) Jun-11-08 11:27 AM GMT

I never use cheats much, simply because to me, the whole point of the game is to help... (Yamx) Jun-11-08 11:33 AM GMT

Yay. I did it! A whole challenge complete. I was going to score it, but got caught up... (anneivil) Jun-11-08 12:39 PM GMT

This challenge would be great for apartment life (we'd just have to find a way to get... (Yamx) Jun-11-08 01:45 PM GMT

Thanks. Well, I thought you should be honored in some way for your challenge :-D... (anneivil) Jun-11-08 11:28 PM GMT

Sadly, my game was lost in a new patch problem. Not sure what happened, but my back u... (anneivil) Jun-15-08 01:23 AM GMT

Aww... that sucks! I'm sorry. :( Good luck with the next family. (Yamx) Jun-15-08 02:38 AM GMT

Hi Yamx, Having started an entirely new game, I started the Nickel and Dimed chall... (anneivil) Aug-26-08 12:35 AM GMT

I've been looking for a new challenge to do and I think I found it. sounds fun! thank... (tifferoo004) Jun-19-08 08:45 PM GMT

You're welcome! :) Have fun, and let us know how it goes. (Yamx) Jun-19-08 11:44 PM GMT

Thanks so much for the non-exspansion pre-made, I'm sick and tired of every other lot... (kea236) Aug-10-08 05:10 AM GMT

This is a fun challenge! My first one failed. My teen sim started cooking toaster pas... (xfire82) Nov-17-08 04:20 PM GMT

This sounds like a great challenge! I will definately have to try this out. It could... (sheltieluver100) Apr-02-08 01:11 PM GMT

I'm glad you like it! Have fun, and I'm looking forward to hear how it goes. :) (Yamx) Apr-02-08 01:16 PM GMT

I was looking for a new challenge, thanks very much! I'll let you know how it goes. W... (Stacie1264) Apr-02-08 02:02 PM GMT

Quite frankly, it's mostly because it can easily bring in way too much money - a sim... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:11 PM GMT

I'm definitely going to try this, i actually was in the process of creating a challen... (Jcy8956) Apr-02-08 02:24 PM GMT

Thanks! How funny that we both had similar ideas at the same time. This is my first c... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:26 PM GMT

Does it matter which neighborhood it's in because i'm going to try it in Strangetown (amb102995) Apr-02-08 02:15 PM GMT

No, any neighborhood is fine. I think it's kind of fun to play with all four seasons,... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:27 PM GMT

Bene for writing all this! Hehe now I have to read this, do homework, and then play :... (ilik3clay) Apr-02-08 06:57 PM GMT

Thank you! Have fun with the challenge, and let us know how it goes. :) (Yamx) Apr-03-08 01:57 AM GMT

i'll try as well :-) expect an album from me soon~! (aelita0686) Apr-02-08 02:16 PM GMT

i dont have all the ep can i still download and play this challange? (kimmurray6) Apr-02-08 02:27 PM GMT

You could download it to see if it works - I did stick to pretty basic "ingredients,"... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:31 PM GMT

i downloaded it, and it looks like the fridge is from uni, one of the bed covers and... (aelita0686) Apr-02-08 02:50 PM GMT (updated)

Oh dear - I didn't realize that - thanks for pointing it out! (It's hard for me to re... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:57 PM GMT

Wow! You know a lot more about the sets than I do! Kudos (and a bene) to you! :) (Yamx) Apr-03-08 06:19 AM GMT

I uploaded a new version of the lot that only needs the base game, so now you can def... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 05:09 PM GMT

Cool! Looking forward to it, aelita! Have fun! :) (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:28 PM GMT (updated)

Bene for you! Awesome challenge! (MaxoidDrea) Apr-02-08 02:40 PM GMT

Thank you very much. :) :-D (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:51 PM GMT

I think the mum should be able to work out in front of the tv. I am a single mom and... (Russncrys) Apr-02-08 02:44 PM GMT

She can work out until she has one body point, but no more than that. You're right... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:54 PM GMT

Wow, this challenge sounds great, definately gonna try it right away :D Thanks for t... (Poebetje) Apr-02-08 02:44 PM GMT

i think its a really good challenge, it actually seems similar to the way i play my g... (loopyloo56) Apr-02-08 02:48 PM GMT

Thank you! :) Hope you enjoy it - please let us know. :) (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:59 PM GMT

You're welcome, and thank you for giving it a try! Have fun, and let us know how it g... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 02:58 PM GMT

Can you upload the lot for users without the stuffpacks? Please!?!?!?!? This challeng... (kstradleigh) Apr-02-08 03:42 PM GMT

I'd love to, but I'm not sure how to find out which bits are from which stuffpack - I... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 04:04 PM GMT (updated)

I don't have the SPs, so I can't download at all. That's why I ask. You can use Nu... (kstradleigh) Apr-02-08 04:18 PM GMT

Thanks! I'll download it and make a base game version of the lot - probably tomorrow.... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 04:25 PM GMT

Okay, I made a "base game only" version of the lot. :) I added the link to the "Start... (Yamx) Apr-02-08 05:10 PM GMT

This sounds like a lot of fun! Great challenge and really well written. I'll be tryin... (TinkerBell4993S) Apr-02-08 06:00 PM GMT

I am going to try this! (Kawalsh270) Apr-02-08 06:05 PM GMT

Great - have fun with it. :) (Yamx) Apr-03-08 01:56 AM GMT

Thank you very much! :-D I hope you have lots of fun with it l please let us know... (Yamx) Apr-03-08 01:55 AM GMT

This challenge sounds intriguing...I just printed it out. I think I am going to make... (pisceschick75) Apr-03-08 06:13 AM GMT

I'm glad you like it! (If you haven't started yet, please note that I just added a se... (Yamx) Apr-03-08 06:35 AM GMT

I have a question...Can your sims have a garden, fruit trees and a pond if they can a... (pisceschick75) Apr-03-08 07:36 AM GMT

They can have a garden and/or fruit trees at home, and fish on community lots (no add... (Yamx) Apr-03-08 07:45 AM GMT

Sounds like you've put a lot of thought and time into this, Yamx, good for you! It do... (WebbyMom11) Apr-03-08 08:36 AM GMT

Thanks! :) It is quite challenging, especially in the beginning - on the plus side, t... (Yamx) Apr-03-08 08:47 AM GMT

So I started this last night and was up until 2 A.M because I got so interested... I... (Kawalsh270) Apr-03-08 09:20 AM GMT (updated)

As long as it's within a few hours hours of when they'd naturally age, it's fine. I j... (Yamx) Apr-03-08 09:27 AM GMT (updated)

This was brilliant. I've read the book, so I had to try it. It was interesting (altho... (KathrynJB) Apr-04-08 09:01 AM GMT

Wow! Sounds like you took Mom for a serious ride, lol! Yes, in level 1 jobs you u... (Yamx) Apr-04-08 09:16 AM GMT

Yamx; all i have to say is i love this challenge, it was so much fun... and it made m... (SmsFntc04) Apr-07-08 03:35 PM GMT

Dear Sms, I'm glad you had so much fun with this. Yes, it is a bit stressful, but... (Yamx) Apr-08-08 01:34 AM GMT

Hi Yamx! I couldn't wait :-D to start this challenge once I read it -- and I did s... (Vllygrls26) Apr-08-08 12:16 PM GMT

Hey, that's a great idea, integrating it like that! :) I hope you have lots of fun wi... (Yamx) Apr-08-08 12:24 PM GMT

I'm definitely trying this challenge it will be extremely hard to not use cheats i us... (Neeco41) Apr-08-08 06:30 PM GMT

Thank you! I hope you figure out a way to upload pics, but even if you don't, I'm... (Yamx) Apr-08-08 11:27 PM GMT

Great challenge! I like fast fun ones like these. So I started off and I thought.... (thesimsbree) Apr-08-08 10:38 PM GMT

Well, unless you manage to afford a bath tub, you can't bath the toddler, period. So.... (Yamx) Apr-08-08 11:32 PM GMT

I'm going to try this too, I like hard challanges. One thing came to mind, I don't kn... (joandsarah77) Apr-10-08 06:10 AM GMT

You're allowed to use them if you want, but for a harder challenge, don't. :) (Yamx) Apr-10-08 08:40 AM GMT

Just put the oven in inentory then she can't cook anything but salad or sandwhiches.... (joandsarah77) Apr-10-08 06:12 AM GMT

True - but not very realistic. Who carries their oven to work with them? ;) (Yamx) Apr-10-08 08:41 AM GMT

Well, Yamx, I congratulate you on creating a deceptively simple challenge which is ac... (Vllygrls26) Apr-10-08 12:36 PM GMT

Can the sink be sold for a bin? I never use a sink and I think in A penny pinching fa... (joandsarah77) Apr-10-08 02:12 PM GMT

Sorry, but you can't sell any furniture - once it's on the lot, you're stuck with it.... (Yamx) Apr-10-08 04:06 PM GMT

Oh, I'm sorry your first attempt ent badly - what happened? :( I'm glad you're hav... (Yamx) Apr-10-08 03:58 PM GMT

Hi! This is my first challenge, I started last night. If I learn how to upload I did... (Oceanstar7474) Apr-10-08 04:46 PM GMT

Hi Yamx so far i haven't sat down to play I've had a track meet yesterday so i was ex... (Neeco41) Apr-10-08 07:41 PM GMT

Well, take a few screenshots and upload a story when you're done, then I can see. ;)... (Yamx) Apr-11-08 01:39 AM GMT

Wow, sounds like your sims are having a hard time of it, lol. But you seem to be copi... (Yamx) Apr-11-08 01:36 AM GMT

Well, it was kind of funny, really, because I forgot to get Mum to hire the nanny for... (Vllygrls26) Apr-11-08 07:27 AM GMT (updated)

You're welcome. :) I'm glad you're having fun with it. And lol at the first chaos... (Yamx) Apr-11-08 10:38 AM GMT

I started your challange last night. I'm actualy finding it rather easy lol but anyth... (joandsarah77) Apr-11-08 04:03 PM GMT (updated)

Well, a lot depends on which career you get into - a few make it a lot easier than ot... (Yamx) Apr-11-08 04:57 PM GMT

I'm back with a update lol. I played foreverrrr last night, and her and Leon had a li... (Oceanstar7474) Apr-11-08 06:44 PM GMT

Ouch at the poor, glitched son! :) If your Mom lives to see the baby move out to c... (Yamx) Apr-12-08 12:13 AM GMT

I'm back, I just looked at my pictures and they suck >:-( I have all my stuff on lo... (Oceanstar7474) Apr-12-08 01:15 AM GMT

The Landlubber challenge is super fun, and it's also very quick - so you could do it... (Yamx) Apr-12-08 01:59 AM GMT

Hi (harkiva) Nov-18-09 11:58 PM GMT

Can we make the CAS family with a pet or do we only get one by adopting/ buying? It... (ajkj72m3) Apr-14-08 12:55 PM GMT

As long as you abide by all the "pet" rules (no pet jobs, no selling pets, etc.), you... (Yamx) Apr-14-08 01:08 PM GMT

TY:-D Off to work my magic I hope dad likes he's 3 little girls >:-) (ajkj72m3) Apr-14-08 06:22 PM GMT

:) Looking forward to hearing how it goes. (Yamx) Apr-15-08 01:58 AM GMT

Hi all, Gypsy Gold (Part One) is a new story I wrote about my attempt with the Nic... (Vllygrls26) Apr-15-08 04:33 PM GMT (updated)

I have almost completed this challenge. I'm a couple hours away from sending the star... (clintcasey85) Apr-16-08 12:43 AM GMT

Wow, you really were lucky with the chance cards! That's amazing! Sorry your oldes... (Yamx) Apr-16-08 02:56 AM GMT

Oh he will. I'm moving him, and later on his younger sister, into my Sim Self's dorm... (clintcasey85) Apr-16-08 02:40 PM GMT

Yeah, from your description it sounds like Greek House life would be just his thing!... (Yamx) Apr-16-08 04:29 PM GMT

The story is GREAT (I gave it five stars) - but how could you stop there? They're in... (Yamx) Apr-16-08 02:54 AM GMT

Ha! Ha! Thanks for the compliments, Yamx! AND thanks for the stars! I won't leave... (Vllygrls26) Apr-16-08 07:44 AM GMT

True, it is a good challenge for a story I guess - kind of self-contained, but plot d... (Yamx) Apr-16-08 10:13 AM GMT

This is an incredible challenge. I've been playing it for a couple of days now and I... (Storylady70) Apr-18-08 12:53 PM GMT

LOL at your choice of names! Love it! I'm thrilled that you're enjoying the challe... (Yamx) Apr-18-08 01:03 PM GMT

I'm about half way the only problems is my poor dad Nick he's a knowledge Sim And he... (ajkj72m3) Apr-18-08 05:10 PM GMT (updated)

Wow, so you did the abduction thing, huh? That's a bold move, especially since a know... (Yamx) Apr-19-08 03:04 AM GMT

no everyone was made in CAS At first the two girls share the double bed and Nick (da... (ajkj72m3) Apr-19-08 04:40 AM GMT

Ah, I see. That certainly sounds...eventful, lol. And it really helps if you don't ha... (Yamx) Apr-19-08 05:34 AM GMT

This challenge looks great. I'm an education major(soon to be teacher in about six mo... (plehman85) Apr-19-08 07:09 PM GMT

I agree, it's a great book - a real eye-opener, and scary. I think everyone should re... (Yamx) Apr-20-08 02:13 AM GMT

I did something like this once on my game for fun once (except for just one kid.) I t... (k89123) Apr-21-08 09:25 PM GMT

Cool, there's no rush - have fun with it! Let us know how it goes. :) (Yamx) Apr-22-08 03:19 AM GMT

I though it would be hard, but it not. When you have less money you spend more time... (lv1time666) Apr-25-08 06:00 AM GMT

Glad to hear it's going well for your family! Good luck getting them to college! (Yamx) Apr-25-08 06:26 AM GMT

I'm going to give this a go, I've printed out all the rules. PHEW got some reading to... (Rainywill5) Apr-26-08 06:56 AM GMT

I'm glad you want to try it! :) Looking forward to the story. (Yamx) Apr-26-08 06:58 AM GMT

Yamx how about growing their own produce to restock the fridges and to stock a juicer... (Rainywill5) Apr-26-08 10:58 AM GMT

OMG, I'm super excited to do this challenge. I printed the rules and so ready to do... (DaraV730) Apr-27-08 10:00 AM GMT

Cool! I'm glad you're so into this! Can't wait to read your story. :) (Yamx) Apr-27-08 10:54 AM GMT

Yamx can we grow food or not please? (Rainywill5) Apr-27-08 10:58 AM GMT

Sure you can, as long as you use it to stock the fridge or juicer. You just can't sel... (Yamx) Apr-27-08 11:20 AM GMT

cool ok thanks. (Rainywill5) Apr-27-08 03:08 PM GMT

You're welcome. Have fun! :) (Yamx) Apr-27-08 03:17 PM GMT

I just finished this challenge. It was a fun diversion from my legacy families. I upl... (samastbrook) Apr-27-08 10:55 PM GMT

Thank you so much for posting the story - I really liked it! (And it was kind of funn... (Yamx) Apr-28-08 01:28 AM GMT

i realllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllly wnat to do this ch... (googly703) Apr-28-08 04:23 PM GMT

I'm glad you llike it! Have fun - looking forward to the story. LOL, I'm actually... (Yamx) Apr-28-08 04:36 PM GMT

Looking forward to hearing about the new challenge, Yamx! :-D Work does get in the... (Vllygrls26) Apr-30-08 12:47 PM GMT

Hey, samastbrook, I really enjoyed your story! Sounds like your sim had her nickel... (Vllygrls26) Apr-30-08 12:43 PM GMT

I started this challenge this afternoon. In the few hours i had to play.....I failed.... (Nytebugg123) Apr-29-08 03:39 PM GMT

Whoops... I'm sorry to hear it went so badly. But I'm very happy to hear you like... (Yamx) Apr-29-08 04:30 PM GMT

WOW!!! What a great challenge this is my new goal for the weekend! (Callumf1) Apr-30-08 12:07 AM GMT

Thanks! I hope you have fun with it! :) (Yamx) Apr-30-08 01:09 AM GMT

It went much better the second time around. Although the burglar showed up and took t... (Nytebugg123) Apr-30-08 04:51 PM GMT

I'm glad to hear it went better! :) That's too bad about the burglar - they always sh... (Yamx) May-01-08 02:50 AM GMT

Cool challenge! I wish I could start it too, but still 27 days left until I may play... (YrS92) May-01-08 04:08 AM GMT

Ah well - the time will pass, and the challenge will still be there when you start si... (Yamx) May-01-08 04:34 AM GMT

this is the most original thing that anyone has posted since the royal legacy challen... (prof2bee) May-02-08 06:07 AM GMT

Thank you for both the compliment and the benes! (Yamx) May-02-08 09:48 AM GMT

Here is a trailer for an Upcoming Series that I'm making based on this challenge http... (Simexpert5) May-06-08 05:54 PM GMT (updated)

Wow! That's really cool! Looking forward to the series. :) (Yamx) May-07-08 02:39 AM GMT

I am going to try the challenge, but not sure if I will finish, and not sure if I wil... (Simmiestar789) May-07-08 01:13 AM GMT

Thanks. I'm glad you like the idea, and I hope doing it will be enough fun for you to... (Yamx) May-07-08 02:41 AM GMT

I have sent the twins(Jade & Saphire) off to collage they both were overachievers so... (ajkj72m3) May-07-08 04:25 PM GMT

Cool, sounds like your sims are doing pretty well overall! :) Once the youngest is ou... (Yamx) May-07-08 04:32 PM GMT

Well here's Ep. 1 I would to ask for honest comments so I can know if I need to keep... (Simexpert5) May-09-08 01:02 PM GMT

I think it's great! I loved the music, it worked really well with the story. And it's... (Yamx) May-09-08 01:51 PM GMT (updated)

Good job! Please continue! And yes, the smaller subtitles were kinda hard to read,... (Vllygrls26) May-09-08 02:29 PM GMT

:-kissSame here,I'm about to try it. In about 2 or 3 hours... Cuz i gotta let my li... (Caitizzle) May-10-08 07:43 PM GMT

Have fun with it! :) (Yamx) May-11-08 01:03 AM GMT

Yea I kinda had a feeling the subtitles would be hard to read. After watching it agai... (Simexpert5) May-11-08 04:21 AM GMT

Looking forward to the next ep! :) I hope you find a way to fix the subtitle problem.... (Yamx) May-11-08 10:45 AM GMT

I have never done a challenge before, but I'm definately starting this one tonight. I... (h0llyberry15) May-12-08 01:45 PM GMT

Great! :) Have fun, and please let us know how it goes! (Yamx) May-12-08 01:57 PM GMT

I'm going to go start this challenge now!!! (CRTzFan4Life) May-13-08 08:21 AM GMT

Great - please let us know how it goes. :) (Yamx) May-13-08 08:45 AM GMT

this must have taken ages to write/think of. I can't wait to try it. good idea,... (sazii2K7) May-13-08 08:29 AM GMT

Thanks! The basic idea came to me in the shower, lol, but playtesting and working out... (Yamx) May-13-08 08:47 AM GMT

Hey, congrats on inventing such a great challenge. I'm gaggin for a break from the te... (Chaztastic13) May-13-08 11:24 AM GMT

I'm glad you like it! I wanted to make it accessible to, and interesting for, as many... (Yamx) May-13-08 12:10 PM GMT

Hi Yamx, I have started your challenge and will be posting the story when I'm finish... (RaychBellamy) May-15-08 06:56 AM GMT

Hi Raych! I'm excited that you like ym challenge. :) no, sorry, absolutely no s... (Yamx) May-15-08 11:30 AM GMT

I guess I'll await the repo man! (RaychBellamy) May-16-08 06:39 AM GMT

But actually Yamx alot of people do that in real life. I mean yeah a couch matters bu... (Simexpert5) May-20-08 01:16 PM GMT

Yes, but in real life, it's a lot more complex. First, you have to find someone who e... (Yamx) May-20-08 02:01 PM GMT

Well I do see your point as well! You really did put alot of thought into all this. Y... (Simexpert5) May-20-08 07:40 PM GMT (updated)

Thanks! Wohoo! I think your bene just pushed me from Stammering Sim to Overmodest Or... (Yamx) May-21-08 02:41 AM GMT

Yep you are now Overmodest lol!! (Simexpert5) May-21-08 12:53 PM GMT

YAY! I'm an overmodestly orating Llama Whisperer! (Try saying that three times fast.... (Yamx) May-21-08 12:57 PM GMT

I couldn't do it lol...I need ideas for a new episode lol (Simexpert5) May-21-08 05:26 PM GMT

Hmmm... you could always hire the nanny and hope she starts a fire - that'd be exciti... (Yamx) May-22-08 01:30 AM GMT

Okay Yamx, I have finally finished the challenge! Here is the link to my story: htt... (RaychBellamy) May-25-08 10:34 AM GMT

Wow - amazing story! I gave you 5 stars! How cool that you took them on vacation (eve... (Yamx) May-25-08 11:28 AM GMT

I agree with Yamx GREAT STORY!!!! Bene for you!! (Simexpert5) May-25-08 05:25 PM GMT (updated)

Great story, Raych! Zoe went through some hard times, but managed to raise two good... (Vllygrls26) May-26-08 02:33 PM GMT

LOL I'm printing all the rules so that I won't forget them. I'll try to make a story,... (theCHEWBiES864) May-28-08 01:13 PM GMT

Lol, printing them is probably a good idea - even I don't have them all memorized, lo... (Yamx) May-28-08 03:05 PM GMT

OK I just uploaded two of my attempts (there's three....hahaha) to the exchange.... (theCHEWBiES864) Jun-03-08 10:58 PM GMT

Aw, I'm sorry your first attempt failed - and only a few hours before he'd have grown... (Yamx) Jun-04-08 02:53 AM GMT

Oh, I didn't know that they were first in line for adoption- thanks! I think I'll hav... (theCHEWBiES864) Jun-08-08 12:18 AM GMT

Yay for your successful third try! :) Nice story, I love the sibling rivalry. ;) B... (Yamx) Jun-08-08 04:47 AM GMT

Ah, that makes sense about the elder rules. And I figured that was why Mary didn'... (theCHEWBiES864) Jun-08-08 02:51 PM GMT

Hmmm... peculiar... that's never happened to me. Maybe it depends on whether the life... (Yamx) Jun-08-08 04:46 PM GMT

This is FANTASTIC! I've never done a challenge before, and after reading something so... (sadisticgirl23) May-29-08 01:14 AM GMT

Thank you for the bene! :-) I'm glad you like the challenge so much! It really doe... (Yamx) May-29-08 01:42 AM GMT

Yeah, your challenge wasn't the only one I wrote down, I also wrote down most of the... (sadisticgirl23) May-29-08 08:25 PM GMT

Wow... I can't believe the bad luck you've had with the chance cards! No wonder you h... (Yamx) May-30-08 08:29 AM GMT

It's UNREAL how bad their luck was with the chance cards. I usually do so well when g... (sadisticgirl23) May-30-08 10:55 AM GMT

Well, it doesn't HAVE to end. You could play the kids according to the "Unskilled" re... (Yamx) May-30-08 04:36 PM GMT

I just thought I would pop in a let you know how it went. I finished my challenge off... (sadisticgirl23) Jun-01-08 11:49 PM GMT

Aww, your poor mom... I hope the stray works out. Honestly, I like most of your id... (Yamx) Jun-02-08 01:38 AM GMT

You have a point, I didn't really think about these things, leaving the Heir unskille... (sadisticgirl23) Jun-02-08 12:31 PM GMT

Oh, if you're going to actually score it, I'm sure you can find a way to figure in th... (Yamx) Jun-02-08 12:37 PM GMT

Yeah, I thought I would score it. I did score my first challenge, and since the girls... (sadisticgirl23) Jun-02-08 07:05 PM GMT

Sorry to hear that. I think scoring is fine if one likes to, but since I know that... (Yamx) Jun-03-08 12:35 AM GMT

Wow, great challenge! I agree, that was a very good book. It really puts things i... (DaveNaylor89) May-30-08 08:59 AM GMT

I'm glad you like the challenge (and the book). :-) Happy simming! (Yamx) May-30-08 04:37 PM GMT

Hey Ymax! I'm back, and this time... I've brought a completed story with me! I mana... (Chaztastic13) Jun-03-08 03:05 PM GMT

Wow - what a ride! I can't believe the luck you had with the chance cards! :) And LO... (Yamx) Jun-03-08 04:39 PM GMT

Thanks for all the compliments! Made me beam with happiness. I never considered the s... (Chaztastic13) Jun-04-08 09:55 AM GMT

First off great challenge well it must be great my mums actually gonna give it a try... (Anna101187) Jun-04-08 01:03 PM GMT

in my challenge ive made a mum (ellemae) money sim child (kaylyn) and toddler (nariss... (Anna101187) Jun-04-08 06:06 PM GMT

Ummm... actually, the rules clearly state that kids have to be moved out the day they... (Yamx) Jun-05-08 03:21 AM GMT

Don't worry too much about accidental rule breaks; it's not like this is a competitio... (Yamx) Jun-05-08 03:17 AM GMT

lol yeah i ment grew into a teen do i have 2 move the teen 2 college if not when s... (Anna101187) Jun-05-08 11:17 AM GMT

Teens can go to college, but ONLY if they're less than five days away from turning in... (Yamx) Jun-05-08 12:26 PM GMT

Is it okay for the Grand Vampire, or the Leader of the Pack, to "accidentally" infect... (Silver109Bullet) Jun-05-08 09:32 PM GMT

Well, this challenge was kind of intended to simulate Real Life, but if you want to i... (Yamx) Jun-06-08 07:57 AM GMT

at the min am just doing the challenge to see if i can actually do it so am not keepi... (Anna101187) Jun-06-08 06:47 AM GMT

Excellent plan - I hope you have lots of fun! :) (Yamx) Jun-06-08 07:58 AM GMT

Awesome idea. I started with twin girls, toddlers, and a boy, child. The boy is a tee... (Ddlywhsprs23) Jun-06-08 06:44 AM GMT

Sounds like an interesting family! Good luck with your little rebel! :) No - the l... (Yamx) Jun-06-08 08:05 AM GMT

I just found this challenge and am going to start this afternoon. It sounds like fun.... (lindabranan) Jun-06-08 10:04 AM GMT

Enjoy the challenge, and let us know how it goes. :-) (Yamx) Jun-06-08 10:12 AM GMT

This seems to be just what I was looking for! :) I've been inspired reading the sto... (tacy00p) Jun-07-08 07:47 AM GMT

Thank you fr the bene! I'm glad you like my challenged1 I'm thrilled that some many p... (Yamx) Jun-07-08 03:59 PM GMT

I started the challenge Friday afternoon and finished yesterday. It was pretty hard i... (lindabranan) Jun-08-08 02:00 PM GMT

Cool story! Wow, the repoman took the TOILET? I've never had him take anything th... (Yamx) Jun-08-08 02:34 PM GMT

I'm so trying this, i'll sign yer GB when i finish! :-) (KrazekatPlay) Jun-09-08 09:57 PM GMT

Have fun! :) (Yamx) Jun-10-08 12:55 AM GMT

After reading about this one, I was captivated and decided that I had to try it. I be... (KAKM61) Jun-10-08 01:03 PM GMT

Wow - that story is amazing! Can't wait to read the rest! And your bending the rules... (Yamx) Jun-10-08 05:37 PM GMT

Thanks for this great challenge. I was looking for something to distract me from m... (Italica) Jun-10-08 07:15 PM GMT

Wow - Samantha sure was lucky to get all those extra promotions and good chance cards... (Yamx) Jun-11-08 02:31 AM GMT

Thanks for reading. :) I have read all of the challenges that were posted here too.... (Italica) Jun-11-08 03:05 AM GMT

It's not so much that there was anything specific on the lot she wasn't allowed to ha... (Yamx) Jun-11-08 03:21 AM GMT

Hi Italica, Where did you get your toddler bed? The only one I can find is one on... (anneivil) Jun-12-08 01:09 AM GMT

The toddler bed is from Simaddict99 and can be found here: http://www.thesimsresourc... (Italica) Jun-12-08 07:27 AM GMT

I know what you mean. I couldn't download the house and in my first attempt I missed... (anneivil) Jun-12-08 09:23 AM GMT

I decided to try it, and my family is doing horrible lol. (memeyaya94) Jun-13-08 12:08 AM GMT

Don't worry - it's supposed to be hard, lol. It gets easier, though. :) (Yamx) Jun-13-08 03:05 AM GMT

I'm going to start this challenge tonight or tomorrow. I just did the "Many, Many Chi... (DevouredJune) Jun-13-08 08:08 AM GMT

You're welcome - I wanted to be sure it was pitched at a level where it'd be challeng... (Yamx) Jun-13-08 09:56 AM GMT

Your challenge has been noticed by the Yahoo Group TS2Challenges! Congratulations!... (ASimWen) Jun-13-08 12:28 PM GMT

Wow - that IS cool! Thanks. :) I didn't even know there was a Yahoo! Group. (Yamx) Jun-13-08 12:51 PM GMT

an update 4 ya my challenge ended badly the mum died b4 i send the youngest to col... (Anna101187) Jun-14-08 10:01 AM GMT

Oh gosh, I'm sorry that your sim mum died - what happened? Hope you'll try again some... (Yamx) Jun-14-08 10:39 AM GMT

the mum sim died coz she set fire 2 the cooker yer am gonna try it again next week... (Anna101187) Jun-14-08 01:09 PM GMT

Aww... the poor sim burned to death? :( Yes, it's kinda...well, challenging. *g* I... (Yamx) Jun-14-08 01:21 PM GMT

mum took a few pic's here is the link :-) http://thesims2.ea.com/exchange/story_de... (Anna101187) Jun-14-08 01:28 PM GMT

Cool! It's interesting that the burglar took the tv, bookcase, and sofa - he stole th... (Yamx) Jun-14-08 01:47 PM GMT

Can they earn skills by going out on a date? (KDH9196) Jun-15-08 11:45 PM GMT

Dating is fine, as long as you remember what the rules say about date rewards. :) (Yamx) Jun-16-08 02:54 AM GMT

Oh my goodness, this challenge was soo fun! I didn't think I would make it a few tim... (tacy00p) Jun-16-08 06:36 PM GMT

Wow, they really had a rough start, huh? When you need to go get groceries with your... (Yamx) Jun-17-08 01:50 AM GMT

LOL, I was afraid it was against the rules but I didn't find out for sure till after.... (tacy00p) Jun-17-08 12:24 PM GMT

LOL, your poor friends, being tossed into poverty by you... ;D If you do try agai... (Yamx) Jun-17-08 02:17 PM GMT

Great challenge! I tried it. I started out with Ben Broke and his kids, toddler Br... (geekchick97302) Jun-17-08 03:56 PM GMT

LOL, yes, compared to the Apocalypse Challenge mine is definitely a piece of cake! Ho... (Yamx) Jun-17-08 04:11 PM GMT

Hello! first i did give you a bene for your work :-) and second out of three * I talk... (Lily67546) Jun-17-08 06:41 PM GMT

Wow, sounds like last time was really rough.... Hope this goes better! Looking forwar... (Yamx) Jun-18-08 02:09 AM GMT

just thought id let u no am starting ur challenge first thing in the morning and will... (Anna101187) Jun-18-08 02:06 PM GMT

Cool! Have fun and good luck! :) Looking forward to the story. (Yamx) Jun-18-08 02:10 PM GMT

i started the challenge and then i installed freetime. this then glithed my whole gam... (Anna101187) Jun-24-08 06:09 AM GMT

Aw, I'm sorry about the glitch! That's so annoying. :( I'll keep my fingers cross... (Yamx) Jun-24-08 07:48 AM GMT

I've just downloaded the lot and I'm going to make a family tomorrow. I've got ideas... (Lord Diego Varen) Jun-24-08 03:16 PM GMT

Thank you! I hope you enjoy the challenge. Looking forward to the story (if you decid... (Yamx) Jun-24-08 03:41 PM GMT

I have seen this challenge on here for ages, today I will do it!! X (lilouzee84) Jul-02-08 08:16 AM GMT

Great! I hope you have lots of fun with it! :) Let us know how it goes. (Yamx) Jul-02-08 08:38 AM GMT

This sounds like a LOT of fun! I'm going to have to try it out. =] I'll let you know... (HandfulOfInanity) Jul-02-08 11:29 AM GMT

For anyone who is interested, the podcast about this challenge is available if anyone... (Ziese52) Jul-02-08 12:18 PM GMT

Thank you very much, Rachel - I had a great time on your show! :) (Yamx) Jul-02-08 12:25 PM GMT

Loved the show! (its chrishy). Here's my...attempt. http://thesims2.ea.com/exchange/s... (XeyorBlyhann) Jul-03-08 02:53 PM GMT

Whoops - that didn't go too well, huh? But it's not your fault - nannies suck!... (Yamx) Jul-03-08 03:59 PM GMT (updated)

Yay! Zero! Does it say something about me that I am excited about having 0 point... (XeyorBlyhann) Jul-04-08 08:32 PM GMT

Well... I think it says that you're an optimistic person who's able to focus on the p... (Yamx) Jul-05-08 01:59 AM GMT

Excellent! Hope you have lots of fun with it. :) (Yamx) Jul-03-08 03:55 PM GMT

Hiya, I have had a really good time with this challenge. The eldest child is doing we... (lilouzee84) Jul-03-08 01:57 PM GMT

You're welcome, I'm glad you're enjoying it! :) (Yamx) Jul-03-08 04:01 PM GMT

Great challenge! The next time I reload the Pleasantview neighborhood I'll think I'l... (celinegreen1969) Jul-03-08 06:40 PM GMT

Cool idea, using the Brokes! Let us know how it goes, please. :) (Yamx) Jul-04-08 02:25 AM GMT

Hello again-- Well, I got impatient, so I just used the Brokes for this challenge... (celinegreen1969) Jul-20-08 02:19 PM GMT (updated)

LOL, That's a pretty clever way to set up the challenge! Wow, the toddler cuddlin... (Yamx) Jul-20-08 03:46 PM GMT

Thanks, Yamx! I'm still trucking along with this challenge and I'm working on part 3... (celinegreen1969) Aug-07-08 08:16 PM GMT

Your story was great, celinegreen1969. Brandi Broke is my favourite Pleasantview Sim.... (Lord Diego Varen) Aug-02-08 02:03 PM GMT

Thanks a lot, LDV! I didn't even think about Darren Dreamer, but you're right, he'd... (celinegreen1969) Aug-07-08 07:45 PM GMT

Loved your first installment, Celinegreen!:-) I loved that you used Brandi, she is o... (Vllygrls26) Aug-02-08 05:04 PM GMT

Thank you, VG! Here's the next installment: http://thesims2.ea.com/exchange/sto... (celinegreen1969) Aug-07-08 07:40 PM GMT (updated)

Great job! Loved it -- 5*! :-) And thanks so much for your comments about Gypsy... (Vllygrls26) Aug-10-08 07:58 PM GMT (updated)

This challenge sounds like a lot of fun! I love doing challenges that make life tough... (StarlingGray) Jul-06-08 10:08 PM GMT

LOL, yes, I agree - I never like my sims to have an easy life, either! *evil grin* If... (Yamx) Jul-07-08 01:33 AM GMT

HI, I tried the challenge which was very fun but frustrating! lol. I kept having a gl... (Babygirl81013) Jul-09-08 02:49 AM GMT

Oh my, that poor guy - LOL! I hate when sims get so caught up in freaking out abou... (Yamx) Jul-09-08 03:00 AM GMT

I didn't notice anything about this on the entire string, so I thought I'd ask. Is i... (happiefam4) Jul-09-08 08:55 AM GMT

IT isn't against the rules - largely because I have NEVER been promoted through an ou... (Yamx) Jul-09-08 09:26 AM GMT

sorry it took me soo long iv been busy and my computer crashed so it took forever to... (googly703) Jul-16-08 12:14 PM GMT

Sorry to hear about your computer troubles! Ummm.. you had her get married, and th... (Yamx) Jul-20-08 03:50 PM GMT

Ok, I just started this. I really enjoyed the podcast with you and Rachel talking ab... (crazima55) Jul-16-08 02:17 PM GMT

Thank you! :) I enjoyed the podcast, too. Sorry I didn't answer sooner, I've been... (Yamx) Jul-20-08 03:52 PM GMT

Totally trying this out! Sounds fun...I need to make a new family I'm creating a n... (Amber00092) Jul-17-08 08:44 AM GMT

I'm so going to do it! Your story by the way Yamx is real good - I gave it five stars... (mmmmchocolate81) Jul-20-08 12:42 AM GMT

Thanks! I'm glad you like the challenge! And thanks you also for the stars! :) Hav... (Yamx) Jul-20-08 03:54 PM GMT

You're welcome, I hope you have fun with it! :) (Yamx) Jul-20-08 03:53 PM GMT

http://thesims2.ea.com/exchange/story_detail.php?asset_id=231810 Hey here's Part O... (Amber00092) Jul-21-08 01:03 PM GMT

Cool story! And that bubble thing was TOO weird! I've never had anything like that ha... (Yamx) Jul-21-08 01:50 PM GMT

HaHaHaHaHa!!!!!!!!!!!!:-chuckle ROFL!!!!!!!!!!! :-chuckleYour first installment is s... (Vllygrls26) Aug-02-08 05:24 PM GMT

I'm currently working on this challenge, and I am proud to say it should be finish so... (Solizsoliz0) Jul-22-08 06:29 PM GMT

Cool! Let us know how it goes. :) (Yamx) Jul-23-08 01:19 AM GMT

Hey I'm printing out the rules right now. I just want to say you deserve a bene for... (curlyann93) Jul-23-08 09:23 AM GMT

Thank you for the benes! :) I'm glad you like the challenge (and hey, I couldn't just... (Yamx) Jul-23-08 09:32 AM GMT

hi, yamx! i started my first nickle and dimed challenge three days ago, and succesful... (bestbakedalaska) Jul-24-08 07:10 AM GMT

hey yamx am bk with no more problems on my game after reformating my pc and reinstall... (Anna101187) Jul-24-08 02:11 PM GMT

http://thesims2.ea.com/exchange/story_detail.php?asset_id=232812 this is my challe... (Anna101187) Jul-26-08 08:29 AM GMT

Hey I just started your challenge and it's the Cheep family of four (I'm using the tw... (shneakay) Aug-15-08 05:13 AM GMT (updated)

It's Me again! I'm almost finished the challenge with the Cheep family a recap on the... (shneakay) Aug-27-08 05:26 PM GMT

Hi Yamx, Just wanted too say hello! :-chuckle (gldkelly) Aug-29-08 09:57 PM GMT

This challenge is awesome! I've been getting bored with the way I ALWAYS play and ab... (feathfayette) Jul-29-08 01:55 PM GMT

I have to agree. I hate it when I had families and they will be hungry and tired at t... (KuraiAikou) Aug-06-08 01:49 PM GMT

So far this is a really great challenge, though I'm finding it a tad easy. Here's th... (kea236) Aug-10-08 12:21 PM GMT

just wondering but with apartment life coming out can you move the family in to an ap... (Neeco41) Aug-12-08 07:38 AM GMT

Hi, Yamx. I've just spent the last couple of days having a go at your N&D challenge a... (JohnConnor 2012) Aug-20-08 11:25 AM GMT (updated)

Hi John. I just read your N&D story and really enjoyed it. Really well done, and grea... (Manfrengensenden) Aug-01-09 05:48 AM GMT

this looks really fun XD i'd totally do it, other than the fact that i haven't eve... (Babbittown) Aug-22-08 01:04 PM GMT

I've been using cheats for like 2 years and I don't know how not use it....I'll proba... (Monkeylazer9) Aug-23-08 09:11 PM GMT

Hi I've been toying with doing this challange for a while but had other things going... (curlyann93) Aug-27-08 02:52 PM GMT (updated)

Can you get married to an npc? And can you have your kids and there spouse move back... (Ouytrew101Play) Sep-29-08 11:10 AM GMT

Oh gosh. I can't wait to try. Can you work your way up with skills? Could you be a fa... (Holhol1235) Oct-05-08 06:47 PM GMT (updated)

skills: u can only have 1 skill in everythin but cooking and cleaning but u cant read... (Anna101187) Oct-08-08 12:44 PM GMT (updated)

Holy! Man Yamx, your thread is on a roll!:-) Anyway, i've tried your challenge and i... (solanari) Oct-16-08 04:15 AM GMT

I love this challenge and I have a couple suggestions. Maybe update your original thr... (TazziannaLuck) Oct-16-08 05:09 PM GMT

Yarg!! I finally got it done! @_@ I go pass out now. This has to be the most FUN I've... (kerryanne13) Nov-02-08 03:30 AM GMT (updated)

Oh my... it's 101 entries long O.O ehem... I didn't get into the story at all... oh n... (kerryanne13) Nov-02-08 03:34 AM GMT

I have started your challenge it's going really well at the moment although I only ha... (peagreenplumbob) Nov-03-08 10:48 AM GMT (updated)

Loved your story, Kerryanne! Heart-wrenching and so touching :-crying -- it's a grea... (Vllygrls26) Nov-12-08 04:00 PM GMT

Thank you Vllygrls26! I have to announce that my Nickel and Dimed Challenge story is... (kerryanne13) Nov-15-08 11:15 AM GMT

I'm so going to do this and I'll start right away :) I'm also doing the story and upl... (Bloodddrop) Nov-11-08 08:33 AM GMT

Oooh :-) I can't wait to try this out now. :-D... (PlayLilcutie4312) Nov-28-08 10:29 AM GMT

WOW! I'll try this soon, some of my sim families are like that anyway. melburger... (melburger1) Dec-08-08 08:09 AM GMT

This is a neat challenge! I've finally decided to give a try at it and take a break f... (thesarah16) Dec-08-08 10:19 AM GMT

oooo, I can't wait to start this. I should try and make it into some sort of extra ch... (xSecretMuffinsx) Dec-10-08 07:15 AM GMT

Are there any changes to this, with AL? Because, as you may know, AL gives you more... (girlinachair) Dec-12-08 06:54 PM GMT

So for the rules about selling objects specifically upgrading. Would upgrading from a... (Luckyeac) Dec-22-08 02:38 AM GMT

I'm going to play this! But I'm going to bend the rules a bit for the plot. I plan t... (mcelreae) Dec-23-08 04:16 AM GMT

Next time could you make the explanation a little shorter? Im gonna have to copy this... (Djhimaindahouse) Jan-01-09 03:45 PM GMT

I completed the challenge. Yay! Heres part one of my story. It's short... I was lazy.... (Luckyeac) Jan-03-09 07:33 PM GMT

Great challenge! I read it on the exchange. Wonderful! Just what I pull out of the Si... (sassyhjw) Jan-08-09 06:24 PM GMT

Awesome! I'll start right now:-) (SummerBlondie976) Jan-18-09 06:04 PM GMT

Eh! Wait, can the single Mom have a CC beau? :-) (Whatsherface30) Jan-27-09 05:12 PM GMT

This looks really exciting! probably gonna take me a while with all my Machinima stuf... (berrypie27) Feb-06-09 11:53 PM GMT

Wow. This is a really good idea. I've never thought of something like it and all th... (xHersheyGirlx) Feb-11-09 04:03 PM GMT

After reading the instructions, i took a look behind me and saw my 3 yr jumping on th... (fleshjenn) Feb-18-09 06:28 PM GMT

I tried it and loved it. :-) I'm one of those people who are unlucky or lucky , not... (lotlot80) Feb-19-09 10:39 AM GMT

Yamx, great challenge. I looked at this for a while before I decided to try it. It'... (ErnesaT) Feb-20-09 06:42 AM GMT (updated)

I am up for this challenge. :-) I'm going to go start on it right now! Thanks for... (Jekka19) Feb-20-09 09:16 AM GMT

I finished the challenge and not a minute too soon. I really loved my family so I le... (ErnesaT) Feb-23-09 09:17 AM GMT (updated)

I lost :( my mom was at work, and the kids were at school the nanny never came... (Robinwigglebutt) Mar-20-09 01:37 PM GMT

Ok, I was bored and was looking through the BBS, even though this challenge has been... (liz1908) Apr-10-09 11:23 AM GMT

I really liked the Nickel and Dime challenge:-) I'm not going to upload it, since I... (cakeyboy2) Apr-12-09 08:24 AM GMT

I was really excited to start off with this challenge and ran into trouble right away... (lindsmott) Apr-17-09 05:37 PM GMT