Day 214

## Story

Lily and Luke return to Isla Bonita to help their friends with renovations.

## New Characters

*No new characters are introduced on this day.*

## Locations

*No new locations are unlocked on this day.*

Places to renovate:

* Ernesto's house

## Tasks

Players must earn 40 stars to complete the tasks of this day.

* Start New Day
* Large as Love
* Shear Delight
* Phone a friend
* Ruxturious
* Extreme Panic
* Green Pals
* Eek!
* No Rest
* Baby Proof
* Take a load off
* To the terrace
* Honeymoon Blues
* Along came Lola
* The Calm Before
* Turtles to Sea
* Premiere Problems
* Baby Talk

#### Start New Day

> **Luke**\*sniff\* Ahhhh! That sweet sea air. We're back, baby!**Lily**Isla Bonita! It feels great to be back.**Luke**I'm so glad we rushed out here from New York...**Lily**...even if Alma and Santi's baby isn't actually coming yet.**Luke**Thank goodness for those false contractions! We needed a break.**Lily**Well, actually...Ernesto said he needed some help. Is that okay?**Luke**Of course!
> As long as I'm hanging with you, I'm happy.

#### Large as Love

> **Ernesto**My friends! Welcome back to Isla Bonita. It has been too long.**Lily**Ernesto! You've gotten even more handsome. How are you?**Ernesto**Flattered... but flustered! It has been quite the week.

> **Ernesto**Sophia, mi amor, and I have been traveling on our houseboat. Quite a lovely journey.
> But we rushed back when we heard Alma was in labor!**Luke**Those darn false contractions! They tricked us too.**Ernesto**Yes, and though it is always a blessing to be back home... well...
> Our home is just too small! Our love nest must be as large as our love.
> Not to mention our safety concerns! We must babysit here, after all.
> I was hoping to build a perfect new home, but with the due date so rapidly approaching...**Lily**You need a few pairs of helping hands? Well, look no further!**Ernesto**A thousand thanks, my friends. Now let me show you what we're working with.

#### Shear Delight

> **Sophia**Darlings, hello! How wonderful to see you both.
> Santi told me about your exciting adventures in Hollywood.
> But now I hear you've been in New York. What were you doing there?**Lily**That's a very, very long story. And sort of unbelievable...**Luke**Yeah! I was there and still barely believe it.**Lily**But we'll tell you about it all later tonight when Santi and Alma join us.**Sophia**Splendid. You know how much I love a good story.**Luke**Speaking of... where are the parents-to-be?**Sophia**They're resting. Even pseudo-labor can take a lot of an expecting mother.
> In the meantime, can I get you two anything? Some tea? A cocktail perhaps?**Lily**Just a pair of garden shears. I see some weeds that are calling my name.

#### Phone a friend

> **Ernesto**My plans are simple yet elegant. Responsible but empathetic.**Sophia**But isn't it rather hard to have true elegance without a bit of lavishness, Lily?**Lily**Well... um...**Sophia**Not that I don't love it, darling. But, well...
> Lily?**Lily**I'm no building expert. But my best friend is!
> I'll give Regina a ring and see what she thinks of the designs.**Sophia**Regina! A fantastic idea. Her vision is exactly what we need.**Lily**Until then, we can all agree we need a strong foundation, right?**Luke**Already on it, Lils! You go give Regina a call. I've got this.

#### Ruxturious

> **Luke**What kind of paint for the walls?**Ernesto**Of course. Something rustic!**Sophia**Yet luxurious!**Luke**Hmmm? Kind of exact opposites, don't you think? What about this?

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> **Luke**Rustic and luxurious enough?**Regina**Ernesto's designs look cool. But I'll send some additional suggestions just in case.
> And make sure you give everyone my love! I wish I could make it out there.**Lily**But you couldn't leave your sweetie. Not after she passed her FBI rookie review!**Regina**We're celebrating tonight. Though... well she told me she might quit.**Lily**What?! But she's so good at it.**Regina**I know! But it's her decision, so I'm trying not to push her in any direction.
> Speaking of the cute little devil...she's all dressed up. I better get going.**Lily**Send pics! And have fun tonight! Love you both.

#### Split the Vote

> **Luke**What are we thinking for the front door?**Sophia**Something bright! Gaudy! Elegant and frilly!**Ernesto**Or perhaps... something subdued! Simple! Quiet yet compelling!**Sophia**Ernesto, sweetie. Not everything can be minimalist.**Ernesto**And not everything can be maximalist!**Lily**How about I choose? I'll try to get the best of both worlds?**Luke**On it!

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> **Lily**A good compromise, right?**Luke**Do you think they like it?**Sophia**...**Luke**Well, I think it looks great, Lils...

#### Extreme Panic

> **Lily**Ernesto and Sophia are still discussing the last decision.
> Should we finish the door without them?**Luke**Yeah. We can give them a break from having opinions.

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> **Santi**Brilliance! Though it comes as no surprise, my dear friends.**Luke**Santi, my man! What is going on, dude?**Santi**Panic! Extreme panic!**Luke**Oh... I was expecting a "Not much, bro. How about you?"**Santi**I'm sorry but there is just so much happening right now.**Santi**The house, the baby, and on top of that, our movie is premiering!**Luke**But "On Wild Waters" premiering is great news!**Santi**But is it too much good news! All at once!
> Two babies coming: one human, one movie. What's an expecting father to do?**Luke**Jeez, man... I'm starting to feel some extreme panic too...

#### Green Pals

> **Santi**Wait a second... if we're all here, who's taking care of Alma?!**Sophia**Our beautiful pregnant angel! She must be pampered.**Ernesto**What if she needs a cup of herbal tea? We're failing her.**Lily**Wow... it's pretty hectic here.**Luke**Having a baby makes everyone a little loopy. It'll all calm down soon.**Lily**Until then...plants?

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> **Lily**Wonderful! Hopefully these green pals make everyone feel less stressed...**Lily**It was sad seeing Santi like that. He's dealing with a lot. A baby and a movie?**Luke**I should call Kath and see what's going on with the premiere.
> Maybe I can help out? Deflect a little stress away from Santi?**Lily**That's a great idea. You're such a sweetie, sweetie.

#### Eek!

> **Lily**It's in these most stressful moments that families really come together.**Luke**It takes a village to raise a baby. I learned that the hard way.**Lily**Let's make sure we do our part! Give the grandparents a home to call their own.

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> **Alma**Looking good, you two!**Lily**Eek Alma! What are you doing here?**Alma**Eek! Lily! Why are you screaming?**Lily**Eek! Sorry! I mean... shouldn't you be resting?**Alma**I'm tired of sitting around and waiting for this little miracle.
> And I'm sick of everybody fussing over me!
> So I snuck out to see my friends. No one puts baby mama in the corner.

#### No Rest

> **Lily**Luke, we have to make a seat for Alma! Hurry, hurry, hurry!**Alma**Lily, it's fine. I'm enjoying being on my feet. Don't let me disturb your work.**Lily**Uh... okay. But if you need anything at all, just holler.

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> **Alma**You two continue to amaze me. Where did you learn to--**Santi**Lily! Luke! Emergency! Have you seen Alma? She is gone!
> Oh hi, my love. Good to see you.**Alma**Sorry for running off. I just needed to get out of that stuffy room.**Santi**It is okay, darling. But you should sit. Rest is important.**Lily**She's fine, Santi! She's enjoying being on her feet.**Alma**Actually, they're starting to ache. Sitting would be nice.**Lily**I'm the worst person in the entire world.**Alma**Oh, it's fine, my friend. We will be back in a jiffy.

#### Baby Proof

> **Lily**Okay, we need to set up somewhere for Alma to sit. But where?**Luke**Think it over, Lils. I'm sure you can come up with a BRIGHT idea.

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> **Lily**Oh you pun master you! You shining beam of light!
> But make sure those are drilled in tight. I don't want the new baby touching any wires.**Luke**Everything I make is 100% baby-safe. Guaranteed.
> YOWCH!
> Uhh... I'll fix that.**Lily**Good! Ernesto doesn't just want us to fix up the house. He also wants it to be safe!**Luke**Of course. But I learned something while I was baby proofing my house for Karen.
> Rubber covers don't fit over buzzaws. You can't baby proof everything.**Lily**I guess no one can baby proof the entire island...

#### Take a load off

> **Lily**I've designed the perfect little bench for Alma.
> Comfy, cozy, and calming! Exactly what a momma needs.

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> **Luke**Nice one, Lils. If I was pregnant, it'd be my honor to sit there.**Ernesto**My goodness! My house is becoming a home.**Lily**We're just happy to help the grandpa-to-be.**Ernesto**A grandpa! Can ou believe this young man is becoming an abuelo?**Luke**You're gonna do great. Any kid would be lucky to have you as a pop-pop.**Ernesto**We shall play hide 'n seek everyday. And I will always let them win.
> Unless they teach snooty, then they will lose. It teaches humility.**Lily**You're a natural. Just make sure you give 'em candy afterwards.

#### To the terrace

> **Sophia**Hello again, my lovelies! Please tell me you haven't touched the terrace.**Lily**We were about to. Why? Is something wrong with the designs?**Sophia**With my lovely Ernesto's designs? Absolutely not. No, no, no...
> But maybe we can make some adjustments. Like...

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> **Sophia**Ahhh! See? Isn't that much better, Ernesto?**Ernesto**It's not exactly what I had in mind. But you know how much I love your vision.**Sophia**And I yours. Though I do have a couple more notes...**Luke**Wow. This is the nicest fight I've ever seen.**Lily**They're fighting? How can you tell? It looks like they're having fun.**Luke**Trust the divorced man, Lils. This is a big blow-up waiting to happen.

#### Honeymoon Blues

> **Lily**Let's try to nip this blow-up in the bud. Can you handle the gate by yourself?**Luke**I'm OPEN to it. Heh heh heh... I'm hysterical.

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> **Lily**Sophia, we haven't had a chance to chat yet!**Sophia**Yes, things are so busy lately. I've barely had time to chat with myself.**Lily**How are things with you and Ernesto? I hear you guys just got back from a big trip.**Sophia**It was beyond lovely. Just the sun, the sea, and my soulmate.
> It was like a honeymoon...though unfortunately that holiday is over.
> We're still searching for our new rhythm. But that is what love is all about.**Lily**I can totally relate. Those post-honeymoon blues are real.
> Let me know if you want to talk about it. Those feelings are tough to deal with alone.**Sophia**You're a dear, Lily. Your openness is a gift I happily accept.

#### Along came Lola

> **Lily**Alma texted me! She wants to hang out. That cool with you, Luke?**Luke**Totally! I've got plenty to keep me occupied.

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> **Luke**I hope Ernesto and Sophia like it. Though it's not like I can please them both...[Lola flies over the group.]**Ernesto**My Lola! What are you doing to her, Santi?**Santi**I wanted to take her for a walk, but she burst through my grip.**Ernesto**Where has she gone? She must be around here somewhere.**Luke**We'll find her. Think of this practice for your future hide 'n seek games.

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> **Ernesto**Lola! There you are, my dear. Come to Ernesto.**Lola**You have no taste! Bad fashion, Ernesto! Bad fashion!**Sophia**Ummm... Lola! Wherever did you learn that?**Lola**Uptight! Pretentious! Sophia is pretentious!**Ernesto**Uhhh... how strange? Where has she heard that before?**Luke**Santi, let's give the lovers some space, shall we?

#### The Calm Before

> **Santi**The weather today! Is it hotter, scarier, and more anxiety-attack-inducing than normal?**Luke**You okay, Santi?**Santi**Me? Yes. Good and fine. Couldn't be finer.
> Say, why don't I help you on the terrace? My shaky hands are steadier than they look.

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> **Luke**Thanks for the help, man. Though uh... buddy, you're freaking out!**Santi**Who?! Me?! Couldn't be! I'm as right as the rain.
> Oh who am I kidding? I am scared...I am just too afraid to admit it...
> This is supposed to be the calm before the storm.
> But the movie, the baby, the grandparents. No calm, just storm.**Luke**I know it seems crazy, but you're not alone. You've got family to back you up.**Santi**Yes... though they are not always as comforting as I'd like...

#### Turtles to Sea

> **Alma**Lily, over here! Join us.**Lily**Hello, turtles. I hope you've been well.**Alma**They move slow, even as the world turns faster and faster.**Lily**How ya doing, sweetie? The atmosphere has been pretty hectic.**Alma**I am okay. Everyone fusses over me, but I know it's out of love.
> I get overwhelmed by the overbearing. But honestly...
> My feet hurt! And my back hurts! I need people helping me out.**Lily**That baby is putting you through the ringer.**Alma**It will not be the last time, I'm sure.
> Babies are not like turtles. They cannot get to the sea alone.**Lily**No one can. We all need to people to grow.
> But I've got your back, Alma. We all do.

#### Premiere Problems

> **Santi**I think I need a breather. I hope I am not leaving you in the lurch.**Luke**Not at all, buddy. Relax. And let me know if I can help you out.**Santi**Thank you my friend, I will.[Santi exits]**Luke**Jeez! I hate seeing the guy so stressed. So much on his plate...**Luke**I better call Kath while I've got the time. I wonder how she is...**Kath**Luke! It's been ages. How you doing man?**Luke**I'm good! I'm out in Santi's neck of the woods. His wife's having the baby.**Kath**I know! Studio's sending over a big fruit basket. I hope he likes honeydew.**Luke**Kath, Santi said the premiere is coming up. What's happening?**Kath**The premiere is definitely happening this week. But... well...
> Ugh! They double booked us at Grauman's Chinese Theater. So we're scrambling.
> But the premiere is tied to our distribution dates. It's gotta happen this week.**Luke**Jeez louise...and right as his first kid is due...**Kath**A big, impressive premiere on short notice? Not an easy feat, buster.**Luke**Yeah...just keep me in the loop. Thanks.

#### Baby Talk

> **Lily**What a day! I'm exhausted...**Luke**Not the most relaxing vacation...but that's not really our style.**Lily**Even our first time here was wild. The drama, the surprises...**Luke**The proposal! At least it all ended happily...**Lily**This place will always remind me of that night. And how much I love you.**Luke**I love our love, Lils. It rocks.**Lily**Totally! I've never felt so secure in a relationship. It's amazing.
> And being around all this baby fever, it's got me thinking...
> Would you ever want to have another kid? Another kid...with me?**Luke**Woah! Like right now? I probably need to stretch.**Lily**Not right now. Not even some time soon. I just...
> You're a wonderful guy, Luke. I think we'd make a really happy baby.**Luke**Honestly, I didn't think I'd ever have another kid. But if I did, I'd want to have one with you.
> Can we think about it a little longer? Let it percolate for a little while.**Lily**Of course. We still have plenty of time. Thanks for being so honest with me.
> Life is a long, mellow, sweet adventure. I'm just happy I get to share it with you.