Too soon, my love

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I love being as fully immersed in fantasy as I have been the last several days… not just here in SL, where the fabulous spring event of Ostara’s Altar is nearing its close, but also IRL where I’ve been completely absorbed by a fantasy novel (and to me, being absorbed in a book means rarely coming up for air and a dose of reality).  But not all fantasy is light and fairy dust — though it is definitely my preference… sometimes it’s dark and lonely and foreboding…  but for me, at least, it’s easy to turn back to the light, especially at this burgeoning time of year.  Enjoy!

  • Makeup:  Hexumbra – Esme eye makeup.  Includes 8 BOM eye makeup swatches for EvoX (see the ad below), which can be layered or used individually.  Esme is EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Ostara’s Altar, open April 4th – 19th.  Demo available (touch the vendor & select).
  • Nails:  VENGE – Stiletto Nail LITE, Initiate set. Original mesh nails fitted to Legacy, Maitreya, Reborn, Signature & Alice, there are several different sets AVAILABLE at Ostara’s Altar, open April 4th – 19th.  Each includes a HUD with 5 variations, all of which can be applied to individual nails or to all.  Demo available.
  • Jewelry:
    • Miamai – Ariadne Earrings.  Separate left & right rigged earrings for EvoX Elf females, these PBR only earrings include a HUD with 4 metal options in 3 sections plus 7 options for the beads (see the Ad below).   Also available in a human version.  AVAILABLE at Ostara’s Altar, open April 4th – 19th.  Demo available.
    • Tealeaf Treasures – Spring Rings.  100% original mesh, this set includes 7 floral rings for each hand, individually toggleable on/off, in both PBR & nonPBR versions (see the ad below).  Sized for Legacy (M & F), Reborn, & Anatomy, the set includes a HUD with 6 metal textures. EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE for 25% OFF at Ostara’s Altar, open April 4th – 19th. Demo available (touch the vendor & select).
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Camila
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Petrichor – Wyldeia Pastelle, in Lavi
  • Hair:  KMH – DP008
  • Outfit:  Petrichor – Alloi
  • Horns:  AYO – Priya
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Forest Fae
  • Ears:  VENGE – Ear Blushing
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections(now Vaengi Wings) – Dryad Fairy Wings
  • Pose:  [piXit] – Dead X
  • Backdrop:  SATO – Magic Crypt

 

Glorying in the first flowers of spring

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Is there anything as welcoming as that first blooming in spring after a long, barren winter?  Even my human, who is quite busy sneezing her way through the season, appreciates the approaching glory as flowers and trees start budding and opening their finery.  As a fae?  This is LIFE, and our very life force is tied to it… So much of it is on display, everywhere you go, my smile seems to be a permanent addition to my face! Enjoy!

  • Outfit:  FAUNUS – Avery.  A unique offering to help you be a harbinger of spring in all its flowering glory!  Includes a rigged top & skirt for Legacy & LaraX+Petite,  with a crown, necklace, & bracelets, plus a wreath (not used, but you can see it in the Ad below).  Flowers & the top are all controlled by HUD. EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Ostara’s Altar, open April 4th – 19th.  Demo available, as is a matching male outfit.
  • Horns:  ANTAYA – Horns with butterflies.  Beautiful unisex forest antlers, adorned with butterflies.  Includes a HUD with 7 textures for the horns + 12 textures for the butterflies.  EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Ostara’s Altar, open April 4th – 19th.  Demo available.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Camila
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Moccino – Boo, worn in Papaya (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  Wasabi – Fiji
  • Eyes:  Velour – Luly
  • Makeup:  Unholy&JTM – Flower eyeshadow; StunnerOriginals – Bellatrix LS
  • Ears:  PROMAGIC – Daisy Flower Earrings; VENGE – Ear Blushing
  • Wings:  Doe – Firefly Wings
  • Pose:  BuY Me – Spring  Feeling
  • Location:  Luane’s World, Le Monde Perdu

 

For the Roses

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Life is so busy right now, and I can’t really figure out why.  Tons of doctors appointments, while we still try to figure out exactly what is going on with my leg swelling up and doing a pretty good imitation of a tree trunk, and then the prep for going away for a long weekend to celebrate my husband’s milestone birthday.  Despite that and my itchy eyes (everything is blooming!), I’m loving the spring, both IRL and here on the grid… I just love what some people do with their sims (I just stumbled upon this lovely scene, following an old LM)! And the spring clothes… lovely, absolutely lovely!  Happy shopping, or whatever you do inworld!

  • Outfit:  Ghee – Silvia Love, worn in Roses.  What a beautiful little dress, that can be so easily dressed up or down just by changing makeup & hair (I obviously went UP).   I just love a halter neck, & it’s paired with what I’ll call a “stripped fabric slit” on one leg (if anyone knows the ACTUAL name of that style on the leg, please let me know!)  Sized for Reborn, Legacy+Perky, Maitreya+Petite, Kupra, Peach, Erika, Kups, Prima+Petite, & Belleza Classic+Curvy, Silvia is currently AVAILABLE in your choice of 3 twin packs containing a floral print + a solid, or as a fatpack, at the April round of Designer Showcase, open April 5th – 20th.  See the poster below; demo available.
  • Nails:  CAZIMI – Spring it On Nails.  A palette of 10 beautiful spring colors (see the poster below), available in your choice of appliers for CAZIMI base nails, eBody, Legacy, Maitreya, Prima, or Omega, or as a discounted fatpack.  Remember, nails are NOT included, these are just appliers, but if you have any of these bodies, that’s all you need to enjoy this touch of spring on your fingertips!  AVAILABLE at the April round of Designer Showcase, open April 5th – 20th.  
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Monia, in Rose Kiss (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  S-Club – Elma
  • Eyes:  EUPHORIC – Freya
  • Makeup:  VELOUR – Xanadont ES + IDTTY – Secret Potion 5;  Delicatta – Natural LS
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT (Face); Ambar Beauty – Natural Moles (Body)
  • Jewelry:  S-Club – Flora earrings; L&B Jewelry – Radiance Ring
  • Pose:  STUN Poses – Doja
  • Location:  Bodtea

Biker Babe Redeux

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Well it’s been an exciting time IRL… my son just got engaged to be married!  It’s been a long time coming, I’ve been one of those annoying mothers asking when it would happen since I knew he’d bought the ring several months ago.  We absolutely adore our daughter-in-law to be; in fact, we’re going away with the two of them for my husband’s upcoming milestone birthday in a few weeks (and no, I’m not telling WHICH milestone lol)…  All this excitement has proved to be a bit of an obstacle in terms of my blogging, but now I’m back in the groove!!!! Enjoy!

  • Outfit:  SUN Fashion –Wilhelmina in Black.  Sometimes it’s just so much fun to be a bit more “edgy” than I normally dress (though admittedly “edgy” is attracting me more & more lol).  This outfit definitely makes the mark, especially since I dressed her up a bit for clubbing!  Each piece is sold separately — the pants, your choice of 3 tops, the truly awesome gloves, & the shoes — or as a Megapack.  Wilhelmina is sized for Reborn+Waifu, Legacy, & Maitreya Lara+LaraX, & is currently AVAILABLE at the April round of Designer Showcase, open April 5th – 20th.  See the poster below; demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Monia, in Rose Kiss (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  Sintiklia – Orli
  • Eyes:  EUPHORIC – Freya
  • Makeup:  VELOUR – Xanadont ES + Stargaze ES; CAZIMI – Dusk LS
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT (Face); Ambar Beauty – Natural Moles (Body)
  • Nails:  Dalila – Red Nail Kit
  • Jewelry:  Piece of Me – Willow earrings; L&B Jewelry – Radiance Ring
  • Pose (includes motorcycle):  CNZ Model Moto Poses

 

Sidetracked from researching Ostara’s Altar

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Ostara… I’m so happy to once again be an official blogger for “her” special fantasy event here in SL, Ostara’s Altar (a Dark Passions event), full of designer exclusives PLUS a 25L egg hunt.  I research EVERYTHING (including perfume lol), so to satisfy my curiosity about who Ostara was and why she has her own celebration,  I discovered that Ostara is basically a modern pagan holiday, celebrating the spring equinox which officially marks the beginning of spring and the awakening of nature.  Named after the ancient Germanic goddess Ostara or Eostre — who was associated with the dawn and new beginnings —  this is a time of rebirth and renewal when the natural world awakens from its winter slumber.

My favorite story about Ostara involves the origin of the Easter Bunny, where she transformed a bird into a hare (how? why? who knows?), and the hare responded by laying colored eggs for her festival.  Is this how the Easter bunny and the decorating of eggs began? Again, who knows, but the great news is that anyone who wants to celebrate the arrival of spring and the renewal of life can also participate in this holiday, regardless of their religious or spiritual beliefs.  Bottom line, Ostara is a good time to literally and figuratively plant seeds for the future.  And that is definitely something to reflect upon, especially while shopping this fabulous event!  Take a browse through the Ostara’s Altar Shopping Guide; then go see the event for some magical shopping, and enjoy the blessings of the season!

  • Outfit:  Witch in a Box – Velora Toga.  It’s really incredible how a simple toga can look so amazing! Unlike many togas that just hang there, the Velora Toga is angled across the body with just a small waist cord, giving it more shape while totally enhancing your curves.  Sized for Legacy+Bombshell, Reborn+Waifu, LaraX, & Kupra, Velora includes a HUD with 5 different colors.  EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Ostara’s Altar, open April 4th – 19th.  Demo available.
  • Skin:   Petrichor– Varanai, worn in Verophine.  Co-designed with TRAP, this skin series for both male & female avatars features 2K (2048) high-definition textures, materials & parts (see ad below), Varanai is a totally unique look in 30 absolutely stunning textures, available as a fatpack (for female or male), a 3- 5- or 10-custom pack, or by individual skin tone.  Lots of add-ons included, one of my favorites being a selection of materials appliers to achieve different effects …  Demo available for all skin tones. 
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Camila
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Hair:  monso – Kaine
  • Eyes:  Ojayo – Yoshi
  • Horns: Petrichor– Farys
  • Accessories:  FaeTal – Fifer (earrings)
  • Wings:  Aii – Fairy Wings
  • Pose:  Amitie – Library Poses
  • Backdrop:  SATO – Dragon Reading Time

From the boardroom to the bar room…

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I don’t work in SL (outside of blogging, which occasionally feels like work, but I take constant breaks to prevent that from becoming routine), but sometimes it’s nice to dress in SL a bit more like I would IRL if I WAS working. It’s true fantasy since I no longer work IRL any more lol!  But work dress for me would definitely mean more sedate, nowhere near as “exposed”, yet still stylish.   From my more corporate days, there were definitely days that I needed something that I could wear from high-level meetings directly to a night out…  THIS is the perfect outfit for going straight from work to drinks and dinner with that someone special (or someone who might turn out to be)…  or just when you want to look smart and well put together no matter where you may end up.  Enjoy!

  • Outfit:  Carol’s Store –Anastasia Blazer Dress.  A beautiful touch of spring in a more pulled-together look, that can be worn ANYWHERE.  The dress is available in 14 single colors, as a fatpack. (Single colors come with a HUD to change skirt & buttons; fatpacks contain a HUD with all colors plus a color picker to let you customize all colors to the exact tone you want.) ORIGINAL MESH with materials enabled, Sienna is sized for Reborn+Waifu, Legacy+Perky+Bombshell, Lara+LaraX+PetiteX, Kupra, Erika, Momma, & Nhumana  (see the poster below).   At the mainstore; demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Monia, in Rose Kiss (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  Doux – Karma
  • Eyes:  EUPHORIC – Freya
  • Makeup:  CAZIMI – Ethereal Eyeshadow 2K & Mocha LS
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT (Face); Ambar Beauty – Natural Moles (Body)
  • Nails:  Veechi – Magnetic Nails
  • Tattoo:  VENGE – Boheme
  • Jewelry:  L&B Jewelry – Radiance Ring
  • Bag:  Fatal Fashion – Bag Glamour Acqua Mao
  • Pose:  Le Poppycock – Life Less Ordinary
  • Backdrop:  LORI NOVO – Bar, Solo Cheer

Spotting a potential threat

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I love warrior mode! As a fae, it’s so much fun to change personas like this, from light and airy to warrior to steampunk to mermaid to whatever my imagination (and SL designers!!!) come up with.  IMHO, Jangka does the absolute best warrior looks for a fae like me… now, excuse me… I’m on guard duty, I see what looks like it might be a threat, & I need to focus!  Stay safe! Go, shop… enjoy!

  • Outfit:  Jangka Design – Astrid, worn in Red.  Awesome style & detailing (as always) for the most awesome warrior look consisting of the outfit, boots with socks, & armbands (see the ad below).  So many fabulous details in the straps, & beaded accessories, & the metal discs, & the boot socks, & on & on.There are 6 colors to choose from (two of which are LIMITED EDITIONS), with matching boots & armbands sold separately.  Everything is 100% full body original mesh, sized for Legacy, LaraX, & Reborn.  EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE for 25% OFF at the current round of We Love Role Play, open through March 28th.  Demo available. 
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Camila
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Moth & Moon (now LUMAE) – Yvaine, worn in Peony
  • Hair:  CAMO – Ran Braids
  • Eyes:  Gloom – Anamanaguchi
  • Makeup & Face Tats:  Loa – Iara Face Paint + Ixchel Warpaint; Knife Party Cosmetics – Millennium Eye MU & Phobia LS
  • Horns:  Blue Blood – Haldir
  • Accessories:  FaeTal – Fifer (earrings)
  • Wings:  –FAS– Bento Faery Wings
  • Pose:  Kokoro – Lagertha

Ain’t love grand

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In a strange mood indeed… my expected company was due to arrive tomorrow (WAS being the operative word), and all normal activities were suspended in order to provide entertainment, etc… and they just canceled because of the problems at the airports.  So now today is chock full of things that are normally spread out over days, but in order to accommodate, etc., well, you get the picture.  And though I completely understand, I’m annoyed… partly because this is the 3rd time in a row this particular visitor has canceled last minute.  It’s family, and someone we welcome, but still…  Oh well… shakes it off and starts getting ready to deal with an errand and appointment filled day, and then off to a concert tonight with one of my (if not my top) singers… trying so hard to focus on THAT… takes a deep breath and another cup of coffee… and I’m off!

  • Outfit:  LIZIAAH – Veda Outfit.   A little black cocktail dress that really rises to any occasion, with just the right amount of sparkle.  I love that it’s off one shoulder & boasts a large lacy ruffle… Sized for Reborn+Waifus, Legacy, LaraX, & Kupra.  Not into black? No worries; Veda is available in any of 6 colors or as a fatpack, & is currently AVAILABLE at the March round of Designer Showcase, open just one MORE DAY March 5th – 20th.  See the poster below; demo available.
  • Lingerie:  Glitzz – Jasmine Panties (I don’t usually list things like this, but IMHO panties are critical for this outfit, & these have just the right amount of glitzz!
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Monia, in Rose Kiss (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_DINNER
  • Eyes:  EUPHORIC – Freya
  • Makeup:  Sequoia – Selena BOM Liner; Velour – Xanadont ES & Unnatural LS
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT (Face); Ambar Beauty – Natural Moles (Body)
  • Tattoo:  VENGE – Boheme
  • Nails:  Dalila – Red Nail Kit
  • Jewelry:  ORSINI Jewel Care – Baia earrings; L&B Jewelry – Radiance Ring
  • Pose:  FoxCity – Kill This Love
  • Backdrop:  LORI NOVO – The Romance Ballroom

 

 

Appreciate the Moments

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Is there anything else in this world as loyal and loving as a dog? No matter what you do or say, or how you’ve f*d up in some way, your dog loves you.  There’s a saying I love, which basically is to strive to be the person your dog thinks you are.  As my dog enters her golden years, I’m thinking of that more and more, and how empty my home will feel when she’s no longer there, filling it with her love and her constant need for attention (and for her lambies to be tossed lol)…  Hopefully that will be for years to come, but having just lost my kitty, it’s on my mind and I’m definitely paying her more of the attention that she deserves.  Strokes her head, and gets ready to toss another lambie!

  • Outfit:  AnaSTyle – Evelyn Yellow Stripes & Blue Jeans Outfit.   A perfect early spring outfit for enjoying the great outdoors in this transitional time.  Note that yellow stripes is just one of 12 tops available (or as a fatpack), & the hi-waist flare bottom jeans come in your choice of 7 colors (or as a fatpack).  Evelyn is sized for Reborn, Legacy, & Maitreya, & is currently AVAILABLE at the March round of Designer Showcase, open March 5th – 20th.  See the poster below; demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Monia, in Rose Kiss (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  WINGSDG – ES0901
  • Eyes:  EUPHORIC – Freya
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT (Face); Ambar Beauty – Natural Moles (Body)
  • Jewelry:  e.marie – tressa earrings; L&B Jewelry – Radiance Ring
  • Pose:  Ana Poses – Where My Soul Rests (includes the dog)

Getting ready for Spring

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It’s been a tough winter, even down here in Florida.  We had a sustained cold in the 20s and just about every plant died (and yes, we covered them, but to no avail).  But spring is in the air, we are getting new plants ready for planting, and soon it will be green and blooming once again.  One of the things I love about SL is the immediate gratification… in two days, all the snow was gone from my land, and there is flowering lushness everywhere you look… if only it were that simple IRL!!!! Happy spring!

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Kellie Jeans Outfit.   Perfect inbetween outfit when you still need some warmth but not so much that you can’t bear your midriff!  Available in 8 single colors or as a fatpack that  includes 12 solid color options for the sweater, jeans, & sneakers, plus an additional 12 print colors for the sweater; as a bonus, even the single packs include both a solid & patterned sweater.  Kellie is sized for Reborn+Waifus, Legacy+Bombshell+Perky, LaraX+Petite, Kupra, NHumana & Star, & is EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at the current round of Designer Showcase, open March 5th – 20th.  See the poster below; demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Monia, in Rose Kiss (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  S-Club – Lisa
  • Eyes:  EUPHORIC – Freya
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT (Face); Ambar Beauty – Natural Moles (Body)
  • Jewelry:  e.marie – tressa earrings; L&B Jewelry – Radiance Ring
  • Pose:  Focus – Alice
  • Dogs:  JIAN – Playful Pibbles (Pibble Pup Wagon)
  • Backdrop:  Synnergy Tavis – Greenhouse (includes shovel & plant tray holdables)