Enough with Mean Streak!

I mostly like the phases. Last night my Sim's daughter was in the distant phase and also brought home a friend who was angry. So in the midst of trying to prepare a meal and finish job requirements, Mom tries encouraging the daughter to redirect her mood. While she is out jogging to clear her mind, Mom calms down the daughter's angry friend. After dinner, she tries getting everyone to use the Buildem blocks but to no avail. Finally, she takes the daughter with her to volunteer at a soup kitchen. The girl comes home tired and ready to be part of her family again. All in all, it made for a better story.

It would be even better if Sims could do more with children who are not their own. When Olivia Kim-Lewis came to visit in a loud obnoxious mood, there was no way to react to that. Same with kids making messes in the park and at restaurants. I think some adult should be able to tell them it isn't appropriate. Especially if they are visitors in another home.