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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Todd’s going to ace the test for sure! He’s learned a lot today, but he taught Gemma something too. It almost makes up for him getting her covered in sweat.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Gemma: Do you realize what you just did, Todd? Todd: Got my shirt all sweaty? Gemma: That too, but you got every single answer on my study guide right. Todd: I… I did? Gemma: You did!

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Drenched in both sweat and knowledge, Todd does one final rep before huffing out the answer. Todd: Endocrine! The weights behind clank as he catches his breath.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Todd: I can’t do it, Coach! Gemma: Yes, you can! I know you know this, and we’re not leaving until you give me that last system, Knight! They went over this stuff while running laps. Well, Todd was running. Gemma was spouting anatomy vocabulary at him.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Gemma: Give me three more reps, one for each system in an animal’s body! The muscles in Todd’s legs can handle that, but the muscle in that big, beautiful head of his is struggling. Todd: Nervous, circulatory… Gah!

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Gemma: Let’s see if you remember this one. What does rostral pertain to? A swift kick keeps Todd’s attention. He thinks back to them reviewing that information during sit-ups. Todd: Around the nose! Gemma: You got it!

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

A training montage wasn’t on Gemma’s schedule today, but they did their pre-workout stretches so she’s plenty flexible! Gemma: What term pertains to the tail end of the body? Before Todd responds, he gets a few good hits in on the punching bag. Todd: Caudal? Gemma: Right!

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Todd: Oooooh, I get it. So you’re less like a tutor and more like… a coach? Gemma: Sure, why not? Todd knows how to listen to coaches! Todd throw ball, Todd study anatomy, Todd do good!!!

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Gemma: We’ve gotta get you outta here and get that blood pumping! Todd: Really? Gemma: Sure! The brain is a muscle, so let’s train it like one!

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Gemma: I’m a nerd, this is what makes sense to me, but you’re a jock. Surely you had to memorize plays and strategies when you were quarterback. Todd: Well, yeah, but that’s easy. Gemma: Not to me, it wouldn’t be!

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Gemma: You’re right, Todd. Everyone learns differently. Notes and diagrams, this is what works for me, but that doesn’t mean it’s right for you. Todd: Is the unicorn a diaphragm? Gemma: No, that I drew for fun.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Gemma: I’m sorry, Todd. This is what helps me study. Todd: Well, clearly I’m not 𝘺𝘰𝘶. That dig at himself is surprisingly eye-opening. Todd and Gemma are two very different Sims. Gemma’s always thrived in the classroom, but that’s the problem - she’s been focusing on what works for 𝘩𝘦𝘳.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Todd: This is hopeless. I’m never gonna be a dog nurse. She doesn’t have the heart to tell him they’re called vet techs. Gemma: No, don’t be like that! We can figure this out, I promise. This pep talk isn’t just for him - she’s feeling a bit discouraged too.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Gemma: What have you been doing this entire time? Todd: Uh, trying not to get distracted. Gemma: Wouldn’t taking notes help you focus? Todd: You want me to write and listen? I can only do one thing at a time! I’m not Alvin Einstein!

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Gemma: Uh, not quite. What do your notes say? Todd: Um… Gemma: …You didn’t take notes, did you? It’s not Todd’s fault the pen and notebook are purely decorative!

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Gemma: Todd, let’s focus, okay? Todd: I’m trying. Gemma: I know. It’s okay, let’s just go over the study guide again. What’s the difference between spaying and neutering? Todd: Uh… They’re two different words?

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Todd: Hey, Gem, quick question? Gemma: You’re the only other person here, you don’t need to raise your hand, but sure. Todd: Can we have class outside? Gemma: One, this isn’t class. Two, it’s freezing outside. Todd: …Can we go to Oasis Springs and have class outside?

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Gemma’s helping Todd study for their upcoming Animal Anatomy exam, and it’s going… somewhere. Gemma clearly knows her stuff, and she knows Todd is capable of understanding it too. It’s getting him to pay attention long enough to retain it that’s the issue.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

what if I did a cheeky update today featuring everyone's favorite emotional support himbo? 👀

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

get out of the way, baby, Mommy needs to let out her inner horse girl

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

thanks for reading! hopefully things are looking up... for these two, at least

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Claudia: I love you. Gemma: Love you more. Now 𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 tell me you made breakfast for yourself too. Claudia: I ate all the scraps I burnt, so I’ve had the equivalent of eleven pancakes. Gemma: Maybe consider a culinary arts elective next semester.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Gemma: I don’t know how to help… but I want to try, if you’ll let me. Claudia: You can’t be handling my shit any worse than I have. Guess you’re winning college so far. Gemma: I’d normally argue you’re not losing, but I‘m helping Todd study today, so I need all the wins I can get.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Claudia: I guess not, considering how hard I’ve tried. Gemma: You don’t have to do it all alone. You’ve got tons of friends, family, me- None of us want to see you punish yourself for not being able to take on the world all alone. That was Juan’s approach to things, and look how that turned out.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Gemma: Resurfacing how? Claudia: I keep going back to that night, no matter how hard I try to forget… I thought I’d be over it by now. It was a decade ago. Gemma: I don’t think you just 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳 watching your dad get arrested in a SWAT raid, babe. Not that I’d know from experience.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Claudia: I still owe you an explanation. I've been so laser-focused on school and work and stuff because… A lot of stuff from the past, stuff I’ve tried to push away, has been resurfacing. Stuff with… my dad. Gemma: Oh.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Claudia: 𝘍𝘶𝘤𝘬… You’re right. I’m sorry. Gemma: It’s okay. I get you feel guilty, but me hurting you won't solve anything. We can't start tearing each other down to even the score when one of us messes up. These two love a competition, but it’s best to not make their relationship one.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Claudia: Come on, stand up for yourself, Lemon! At least, like, call me a bitch! Gemma: I will not, nor will I 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳, call my partner a bitch. That’s 𝘯𝘰𝘵 how you treat the people you love. Damn it, why did Claudia have to fall in love with someone raised by emotionally healthy parents?

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Claudia: What, you gave me a pass for forgetting our anniversary out of 𝘱𝘪𝘵𝘺? Gemma: That’s not what I said. Claudia: You’re letting me off the hook too easily. Gemma: Are you seriously pissed I’m 𝘯𝘰𝘵 pissed? Claudia: 𝘠𝘦𝘴!

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Claudia: Why didn’t you say anything yesterday when you could tell I forgot? Gemma: I was disappointed, sure , but you know… You’ve had a lot going on - it clearly wasn't on purpose. I knew you’d beat yourself up more than I ever could. It's a sweet sentiment but it only makes her feel 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘦.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Claudia: I don’t deserve you. Gemma: Yeah, you do. It’s one dinner. We can do it this weekend. That’s all I care about, celebrating with you. As sweet as that is, Claudia can’t help but ask…

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

The offering does not go unappreciated. It’s not easy for Claudia to swallow her pride and admit she messed up… Getting pancakes is also a bonus. Gemma: Thank you, sweetie. This looks amazing. Claudia: You don’t hate me? Gemma: Couldn’t if I tried.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Claudia: I’m 𝘴𝘰 sorry. This isn’t enough to make up for yesterday, but I hope it’s a start. Gemma: …How long have you been down here? Claudia: I had to pop the pancakes in the oven a couple times. And I drank the first five coffees I made when they started getting cold. My bones are vibrating.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Gemma doesn’t know what she expects to wake up to the next morning, but the fresh cut flowers, salted caramel latte, and strawberry pancakes are certainly a pleasant sight. The very guilty girlfriend behind them isn’t an unwelcome sight either.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

me when you post Ollie or any of her 500 descendants

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

damn Gemma, way to ruin the vibe 🙄 new Lemon Slice coming later today 🍋

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Poor Noodle got fleas, these girls can't catch a break Hoping to have a little something else for you guys this week. Thanks for reading!

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Not a lot of slumbering gets done at their little slumber party, but the Esposito twins did get something they’ve been desperately missing from their busy schedules: each other.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Claudia: Okay… but if you kick me in your sleep, I’m kicking you back. Marina: See? Just like old times.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Marina: Hey, what if I get in my jammies and we have a slumber party? Like we used to? Claudia: Hardly a slumber party when you’re right across the hall. Marina: Slumber party’s a state of mind! Well, Claudia’s mind could certainly stand to be in a different state.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Claudia: I don’t want to hurt anyone, but then I push them away and hurt them more. I don’t know what’s wrong with me. Marina: Just… stop pushing. It’s almost stupid how simplistic that answer is, but Marina has a way of making complicated things seem easy.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Claudia: I’ve been a really bad sister. I’m sorry, Rina. Marina: Don’t say that. Claudia: No, I mean it. I feel like this is the first time we’ve really talked in weeks. I don’t want to be strangers with my own twin.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Marina: We need to stop trying to do things on our own… Powering through, pretending everything’s fine when it's not? That’s what Papi would have done. Claudia wants more than anything to break that cycle. She’s too tired to even think about taking that first step.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Claudia: I can’t keep living like this… Maybe I do need to go back to that stupid therapist. Marina: Yeah… me too. Claudia: What? Why’d you stop? Marina: I forgot my appointment a few months ago… and I keep forgetting to make a new one.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Claudia: Why didn’t she say anything? She just let me sit there and stuff my face with dim sum like a dumbass. Marina: I don’t know, but it’s a good sign she didn’t blow up on you. You guys can fix things.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Marina: Stop, you’re nothing like him. Claudia: Papi forgot his and Paisley’s anniversary all the time. You remember how much that hurt her. Marina: But he forgot because he didn’t care. You care so much and Gemma knows that.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

It’s a familiar feeling, and a welcome one, cuddling up near the fireplace on a cold winter’s night and talking about whatever’s on their minds. They used to do this all the time at the penthouse, and then at the farmhouse. It’s long overdue for the twins.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Marina: Hey, whatever it is, we can tackle it together, right? After a weak laugh, Claudia nods. Claudia: Always have.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Marina: Me too. I kept pestering you to let me psychoanalyze you, as if I’m not just as messed up from him. It’s no wonder you always shut me down. Claudia: At least you were trying to help. I’ve been so focused on myself and my own bullshit… except the stuff I actually give a shit about.

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Kelsey 🍋 @kelsims.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Claudia: Wh-Why didn’t you tell me? Marina: The same reason you didn’t tell me. It’s not accusatory, just honest. Claudia: I’m sorry.

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