Chapter 27 Almost a Triple Wedding

The Ryan-Genester clan was having weddings right and left. The first occurred at #12 Legacy Drive, home of Janeesis (gen 3-knowledge) Ryan-Genester and Jonathan (family)Ternynck. (last visited in chapter 22)

Though they had wanted a big, fancy, formal wedding at a wedding chapel somewhere, the impending arrival of their first child decided the young couple to settle for a less pretentious ceremony. They rented a wedding arch and set it up in their front yard, then invited as many of Janeesis's family as could come. The ceremony was simple but touching


And unadulterated love shone in the couples' faces.

The guests were all happy, though a variety of expressions appears on their faces. Mother Pendillis looks very satisfied to have a child married. Some of the siblings look as though they might be thinking of their forthcoming nuptials though none of them were yet formally engaged at this point. But it was a happy occasion for all.

As soon as the ceremony was over Janeesis had to make a mad dash for the toilet. Perhaps all the stress caused it? Not likely. She had been having morning sickness for days.

As soon as she was recovered the happy couple posed for a wedding portrait.

Sister Bertillis had not yet completely recovered from the birth of her twins at this time. She was still having bouts of melancholy that could only be alleviated by a little romancing. Even if only an effigy.

The refreshments had been eaten and all the congratulations said when Janeesis spotted the honeymoon limousine coming. She immediately ran out into the street to make sure it stopped at the right place.

As soon as the vehicle stopped they scrambled to see who could get inside first. Wow, they are really anxious to go.

After a lovely honeymoon, they are finally home again.
"Welcome home, Mrs. Ternynck"
It's been a long eventful day. Time to relax for a while and dream of the future.

Some months later, their future arrives. They name her Jasellis, following the ancient Simmish tradition of using components of grandparents names to make a brand new name for the baby. The grandparents so honored were Pendillis and Bartholomew Jasper (BJ) Ryan-Genester.



at #2 Heritage Trail - home of Pendillis(gen 2-knowledge) and Cleve (popularity) Wilson (last seen in chapter 22)
During the months between Janeesis's wedding and the birth of Jasellis many events transpired at the family home.
The first event of significance was Chester's proposing to Maura Simpson.

Then with Pendillis's assistance, they talked Maura into moving in with the family, putting a third bed in the girls' room for her. Not long after their engagement, Vesta was invited to the adult transition party for her boyfriend Acanthus Baxter. They had been in love for a long time but Acanthus refused to make any formal commitments until he was in a position to support her. He wasn't about to have anyone in either his family or hers say he was having his brother support his wife.

But as soon as the confetti settled, Acanthus pulled out the ring that had been burning a hole in his pocket and dropped to his knees to propose to her in front of his whole family.

And of course she accepted. Soon the first tie between the two most prominent families in Heritage would be formed. There would be many others in the years ahead.

With Vesta's announcement coming right on the heels of Chester's, the whole family got busy preparing for the double weddings. It would have been so nice if both couples could have celebrated their weddings at the same place but neither home was large enough for that and as yet there was not a Community Wedding Chapel available. So Chester would be married at home and Vesta at Acanthus's home though both on the same day.

The family wedding arch was set up in the usual place in the lovely backyard, in sight of father BJ's grave. They liked the idea of including him in the festivities this way. The guests assembled and the vows were said.

All of Chester's siblings were there, including youngest brother Clever, who refused to dress up, and also all of Pendillis's. With elderhood rapidly arriving, there wouldn't be too many more of these occasions for them.

Bertillis was well advanced in her third pregnancy but said she wouldn't miss her little brother's wedding for the world.

Finally it was time for the wedding portrait.

Then a little cuddle time while the guests enjoyed the refreshments

And a good time was had by all. Pendillis enjoyed telling her youngest sister Opalessa about BJ's latest apparition while Janeesis, recovered from the birth of Jasellis, exchanged recipes with Fletcher, the budding chef.


A few hours later, Chester left his new bride at home in order to attend his twin's wedding. Pendillis, Janeesis, Fletcher and Cosetta also attended. This was another simple home ceremony as the young Baxters don't have much money. Vows and rings were exchanged.

From Acanthus's family, his father, grandfather, two brothers and five sisters attended. Janeesis was Vesta's Matron of Honor and Acanthus's four younger sisters were identically clad Bridesmaids.

Acanthus's brother Trollius is a policeman and couldn't be there for the ceremony, but did arrive in time to initiate the toasting.

There were refreshments but guests didn't hang around long. The house is tiny with only one small bathroom. Which rapidly became the most popular room in the house.

By the time the honeymoom limo arrived guests were already leaving and the newlyweds made a mad dash for the limo.

Finally, able to sit back and relax. It's over and now the fun begins.

Here is Vesta's new home which the newlyweds will share with four of his siblings.

Back from their honeymoon they relax before bed.

I can't believe that we are finally really married.
After returning home from Vesta's wedding, Chester and Maura took off for a short honeymoon of their own. Just a weekend in the city, they couldn't afford a long trip. Maura is giving up her firefighting career to be a stay-at-home wife and mother. They hope to begin their family as soon as possible. Chester is a graduate student in Astronomy and works at the Heritage Observatory. He has a long way to go before he is making much of a salary. But the family home is roomy and both Pendillis and Cleve are happy to have them live there forever if they want.

Well, Pendillis has three of her children married off now and only two unmarried ones left at home. And granddaughter Cosetta. Fletcher and Cosetta are both in their last year of school and will soon have to decide what their future will be. How many grandchildren will grace Pendillis's elderhood, which is fast approaching? She has four already, with another already on the way. And Chester and Maura are both family sims. She is ahead of her elder siblings. Lester only has two grandchildren so far. And Estarr has none. But twin sister Genesis has five already, though no one except Kester and Bertillis know that. Yet.

Well, had enough weddings for a while? After weddings usually come births, right? What else might lie ahead in the saga of All My SimChildren? I can guarantee you there is plenty of drama ahead, though it might be a circuitous path to get to it. So stay tuned for the next episode.

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