Marcos Barillas Ch-8 We do things our way

Marcos (37) Renee (28)
Marcos children with ex-Linda : Quads: David, Eugenio, Pearla and Mateo (10)
Narrated by Renee


I truly love my step children. Not many people would say that but I do. Since Marcos and I have decided to go for our masters we put having a baby on the back burner for now. I think it is nice to see all of us studying together. As long as I have known the "quads" , they never seem to get their homework down on time.

Marcos is using a different approach to get his masters. Instead of doing his research first, he decided to do his papers first. I call that brave. I do not know enough of my subject matter to do that . I rather study, complete then course and then do the papers.

It is always sad for me when its the kids turn to go to their mom's house. I was their nanny and now they are growing up so fast. They asked if they could call me mom#2 the other day. It warmed my heart and I told them they can call me whatever they want.

Marcos and Linda seem to be getting along better now than they ever did. I still remember meeting Linda when she was recording albums left and right. Now that she married Payton she has decided just to work part-time as a promoter. I hope it works well for her. I am just happy that for now we are all a big happy family.

Remember how I said that Marcos and I put the baby thing on the back burner? Turns out that I am pregnant. I did not think that after my last miscarriage I would get pregnant but I did. I know the doctors said I would be fine but I was still worried. Marcos was ecstatic for us.

With the quads gone this gave me the leisure to walk around almost free of clothing. I can not believe how hard it is to walk up stairs when you are so pregnant!

The pain was so severe that we had a home birth. To our surprise it was not one but twins.

Here is my son Germelo.

And my beautiful daughter Anai. We are so blessed to have these two bundles of joy and now I cant wait for the quads to meet these two peas in a pod.

Marcos Barillas--Ch 7

Marcos (35), Renee (26),
Marcos kids:David, Eugenio, Pearla and Mateo (9)
Narrated by Renee

Marcos and I have been having a great time as newlyweds. He does not even mind the fact that I burn the pancakes once in a while.

We live in the same house where he lived with Linda. Amazingly enough I still get along with Linda and even her former dogs. They are with us all the time and I have to admit they console me when the kids leave.

Marcos surprised me the other day and asked me if I wanted move. He felt as though we needed a new beginning and this house held too many memories. I never asked him to move. I love this house but I also wanted something that I choose. I agreed and we began our search for our house.

We found the perfect smaller house for us. Our old house sold fast and even though Linda was entitled to 1/2 she decide that Marcos could keep it. Marcos and I felt blessed that we would have this house to decorate in our style.

I love my new smaller kitchen. I have been taking advantage and taking some cooking lessons. Hopefully I will not burn anymore pancakes. I have also discovered that I am pregnant. I havent told Marcos yet because he has been working overtime. By the time he comes home I am sound asleep. I will tell him soon enough.

The kids have come to spend their time with us. They love the new house. It seems strange to them still that I was their nanny and now im their step mom. As much as we bonded as me being the "nanny" its so different now that im their step mom. It almost seems that I have to prove myself all over again.

The pregnancy has not been going good. A few weeks ago I made my second month and then tragedy struck. I started bleeding and I ran to the emergency room. I lost the baby and I am so sad. I feel as though I failed. I keep thinking what I could have done differently.

I told Marcos about the pregnancy and me losing the baby. He was devastated. He didn't know how to console me. I didnt need his consolation. I needed to be by myself for a while.

I know that I have shut Marcos out but I just need a little time. Marcos is a great husband and he understands. He kisses me when he comes home and always says, "remember I love you and i'm waiting for you". That is the main reason why I love my husband and for tonight I will cook him dinner and tell him how much I love him. I just hope he forgives me for shutting him out.

Marcos (33), Pearla, Mateo, Eugenio and David are all 7 (they are quads).
Narrated by Marcos.

I am happy because things have been going well for both Linda and I. The hard work that I placed in trying to improve our parental relationship has worked. Whenever she passes by we managed to talk a little bit about her impending marriage and the kids. I am glad to see that she is happy. The other day, Linda even asked if I was dating someone. I guess with all the trouble at work and being with the kids gives me not time to date.

The case against the detectives was hard to win. Can you even imagine that the thieves even said that both my nephew and I were involved in it? But luckily our lawyer managed to prove that we were not involved. It was good news for us when we heard that Ms. Nanle won the case for us. She explained that the former detectives signed confessions and were not going to get a plea. They were going to jail for a long time and I am happy that we are good to go.

Ms. Nanle told me that I was able to go back to work and that my Captain wanted to see me as soon as tomorrow. I can not believe that this nightmare is finally over. When Nanale left, I swear she was so flirtatious. Anyone with a sane mind would take the opportunity of having a date with her. I on the other hand was not remotely attracted to her and I turned her down.

A few weeks later after my meeting with my captain, I got the greatest news ever. I am now Captain of my precinct and cant wait to tell the kids. I got a nice little bonus which I used to pay some bills. I still owe the $50000 lawyer retainer fee but at least im cleared. Adam was glad to hear that the drama was over and suggested we have a guys night out. I agreed and got ready to head out.

We decided to go to Crypto night club for some food, drinks and dancing. Its Odd that I am the only single man in the whole group. Justin loved hanging out since he rarely got to do this because of the twins.

I was mingling and honestly I just wanted to find someone to spend some time with. I was tired of going home alone. I met a LOT of people that night. I was chatting with Justin when I saw this hot brunette tap my shoulder. We started talking and she seemed so familiar to me and I to her. We spent the rest of the night talking and getting to know each other.
Then we both began talking about kids and I told her I had a set of quads. She asked me if they were named Pearl, David, Mateo and Eugenio and I said yes. It turns out that this gorgeiou woman was Linda's nanny for the kids.

Before the end of the night I dont know what happened but Renee and I were actively making out. I just knew that I wanted feel her, be with her but I needed to hold back. I needed to gather my thoughts. Renee to me was not just anyone, she was the former nanny of my children. Who could have guessed we would be her at this moment.

Before things could get any hotter than they were, I called Linda over to discuss it with her. For a minute I thought she was going to say that I seduced her when I went to visit. I honestly thought the worse. To my surprise Linda was supportive. She was a little shocked and even made sure that I was not dating her while she was the kids nanny. I told her that I had only met Renee once, well twice now and I really liked her.

Renee and I began to date. I cooked dinner for her. We went to the movies, parks and back to the club. She was amazed at how quiet the house was. I told her that it was not my weekend to take care of the quads.

After several months of dating I knew that she and I would take this further. We both wanted the same things. Sure she was only 24 but to me that did not matter because I loved her. I told her that I was falling deeply in love with her and she told me that she was falling for me too. It just all seem to fall into place for us rather quickly.
I told Renee that I thought it would be a good idea to have her meet Linda's new finacee plus have a nice dinner to get everything out in the open.

On the date of the dinner, Linda excused herself to meet her finacee outside.
"OK so remember not to over react but well there's something I did not tell you"
"What? Are the kids OK?"
"Yes, they are. Um, Marcos is dating the former nanny"
"Are you serious? Ok well lets go, Marcos is starting to stare and probably wonder what you are telling me."

Everything was going fine during dinner until Linda mentioned that Renee needed money to continue her education. I could not believe she said that all the while her rich finacee is right next to her. When dinner finished both Renee and Marcos decided that it was time to tell the kids.

Marcos had told the kids but now he had to tell him that he was going to propose to Renee. the kids were excited since they have known Renee since they were babies. I actually thought Pearla would feel bad or maybe jealous. I got the go ahead from them and i was to porpose tonight.

Renee was shocked when I proposed that she was besides herself. Without pausing she mouthed, "yes".

We dont believe in long engagements. We had a small wedding. I only had the kids and us. Everyone was always busy and besides we just wanted something small. Now we are considering maybe moving to a different household. There is too much history here but Renee says she doesnt mind at all since she can use her funds to redo the house. I didnt want her to spend her money but she was insisting. I just cant believe that our relationship was such a whirlwind.

Author's note:
Marcos drew the ROS of having a shot gun wedding. I sent him downtown with his brothers in hope that he would meet someone. He knew Renee from before. I would have Marcos talk to other girls and immediately the black hearts with x's would appear. The race was between Renee and Opal (the crypto bartender) but just with a few conversations Marcos and Renee hit 100% in their friendship. this is the reason why I choose her.

Extra pics:


Here are the Generation 2 "boys". I never have my sims be family oriented. I want to have them hang out more...thus this pic. From left to right: Oscar Simon II, Marcos, Adam, Ian and crouching down Justin.

Here are the Quads. My favorite of them is Mateo who is the furthest to the right. I think that he is so cute. From Left to right: David, Eugenio, Pearla and Mateo.

ch 5--- Marcos Barillas

Marcos (31)
Children:(Quads) David (5), Eugenio (5), Pearla (5), Mateo (5)
Narrated by Marcos



All my work and dedication have paid off. I am finally chief of my precinct and I am happy. Now that the kids are older they seem to fend for themselves. As of now they are with Linda and I get to relax as soon as I get home.

But when the kids are home its a different story. I have to play with them, help them with their homework and make sure they dont get into trouble. No matter what I am always on the go.

Even with being a chief there comes trouble. My nephew came over and told me that my case against detectives receiving bribes had been leaked. Now I was being cited for using illegal form of information gathering. I did not think that this was fair. Who accused me? Of course it was the detectives that I caught. I never thought that my job would be on the line but it is.
My nephew suggested for me to get a lawyer because everyone was beginning to doubt that I was tellng the truth. I know that I am right and I will take my nephews advice.

My younger brother Adam came over after he heard the news. He didnt want to say anything in front of the kids. My kids are smart they knew about it already. I was happy to see that Adam was a happily married man.

After about a year of internal affairs, I managed to get myself placed on leave until this affair is cleared up. NO matter what I now need to clean my name and make sure that it stays clean. In a small town like Viramontes one can not afford to mess up your reputation. My nephew, Alfredo has been left unscathed and he brings me back the inside information about the precinct. I am just hoping for this whole ordeal to be over!

I looked for a lawyer and let me tell you it is no easy task. Who knew that there were so many lawyers out there? I was going to use Toby Brueing but he told me that he was too busy. So I contacted this other new lawyer in town named, Yvette Nanale. I hope she is good enough to clear my name.

She came over and met with Alfredo my nephew, and I. She told us that we had a strong case and that she was willing to take it on. I let out a sigh of relief and managed to relax throughout the rest of our meeting.

When she got up to leave she assured me that it will all be OK. All I had to do was to remain calm and commit no crime. I just needed to let her handle the case.

My family came over and showed their support. If its one thing I can count on is my family. I am just hoping to wake up one day and realize that this is all over .

Marcos Barillas--Chapter 4

Marcos Barillas (29)
children: David, Eugenio, Pearla and Mateo (quads age, 3)
Narrated by Marcos.

Having Quads is something that is so difficult by itself. For me it is harder since I am a single dad. If it were not for the nanny that helps me when I am at work, then I honestly do not know what I would have done. I feel guilty because my work takes me away from my kids. I try to spend as much time as I can when I am home. I am glad that Linda is now back in the picture to help out by taking the kids when its her turn.

My baby Pearla loves for me to read to her at all times. It never fails the minute that I come home she is begging for me to read a book. I think she is going to be the writer of the family when she grows up. I have so many plans for my children futures that I hope I can manage to complete all of them. My boys are just boys... one minute they get along and the next they are fighting over a toy.

The relationship between Linda and I is strained. No we are not together and nor will we ever be. I sometimes think that she wishes she never walked out on me. Maybe that is the bad side of me hoping that she regrets leaving me. We tend to talk more via email that actually on the phone. I didn't think that it would work but the divorce lawyer that I recently hired suggested that I start saving paper proof of us sharing custody.
I never thought about divorcing Linda until I saw her back in town. I guess before I didnt want to waste my time trying to search for her. Linda is getting her apartment ready for the kids. I can not wait until her and my children fix their relationship.

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Linda picked up the kids and for the longest time I sat on my couch and didnt know what to do. Then it suddenly occurred to me, "I am all alone!" I took the opportunity and ran a hot bubble bath. Do you know how long it has been since I had the chance to actually sit in the tub and not worry about one of my kids hurting themselves? This is an awesome feeling but I cant help but feel a little guilty. I do miss my kids... but these bubbles are awesome!

Sure Many single dads would take this opportunity to date or to go out and mingle. I am 29 and for some odd reason I dread heading to the clubs or worse a bar to try to meeting someone. Instead I decided to invite my family over for dinner. It was nice to finally get some time with them. I had missed all the gossip regarding Ian and his separation from Deb. I guess this is why he was a no show at my dinner party.