Is The Sims A Virtual Dollhouse?

It is, but to the extent where it's not 'just' a virtual dollhouse. Well, more like expanding a lot more on it. I remember playing with dolls when I was small and stuffed animals and playing 'house' and whatever else. Assigning rolls to them, creating my own stories and just using my imagination.
Cept now, I have a lot more at my disposal with the sims and bringing more stories alive. :)