I’m a huge reader, generally at least a book a week, all fiction but across multiple genres. I have for as long as I can remember. Back in the day, I never went ANYWHERE without a book in my bag; I was that girl sitting at the bar waiting for whomever I was going to meet, reading a book (nowadays it’s more often my Kindle, and I’m NOT sitting at bars lol). I have to admit it always surprises me a little when I find out that someone doesn’t like to read; it doesn’t bother me, mind you, nor make me think any less about the person (though I’ll admit that I DO think differently about them); it just surprises me (and saddens me in a way too) that they don’t enjoy that feeling of expanding their knowledge and/or their imagination, of losing themselves in other people’s lives and understanding situations and choices vastly different from those they themselves have faced. But I have discovered that a rather high percentage of those non-book-readers are somewhat snobbish about the fact, thinking that it somehow makes them better, that they don’t “waste their time on all that”. I’ve even had a few men (and it’s top of mind because it just happened again the other day) say that being “bookish” made a woman less sexy… well, now THAT statement DID make me think less about him… I prefer men who think that being bookish makes a woman sexier… after all, she has more to draw on in conversation, in understanding, in handling situations, and yes, even in bed… Although that could definitely make her more challenging, perhaps even a bit threatening… which says more about the guy than it does about the woman. And yes, I have quite a few reading nooks in my SL home and scattered around the parcel (they’re actually better and more comfortable than in my RL home lol), because to me, no home is complete without at least one. Glancing over at my book, I feel that urge coming on… Happy Weekend!
The Look:
- Outfit: United Colors – Josette Jacket & Skirt. Definitely sexy & smart! The cut of this outfit is just outstanding & totally sets off your shape! Josette includes a HUD with 8 colors for the jacket, striped skirt, & buttons, plus 5 metals, so you can mix & match top & bottom or not, as you choose. Sized for Legacy & Maitreya, she is EXCLUSIVELY available at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, Winter Calm, open Feb 18th through March 10th. Demo available.
- Head: LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
- Body: LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
- Skin: DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
- Hair: no.match – NO_PRIVATE
- Eyes: Euphoric – Hae
- Makeup: Sequoia – Anabella BOM Eyeshadow; Dernier – Eyeliner Set Vol. 1; theMARS – Organic Lipstick
- Glasses: Mulloy – Josa
- Jewelry: Kunglers – Kara Set; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
The Scene:
- Bookcase: Dreamland Designs – Aurora Antique Book Shelf. I’ve seen many bookcases in SL over the years, I’ve even owned quite a few. But this is the first time I’ve seen one that not only looks fabulous in a home or office setting, but also has quality built-in bento animations! Let’s start with the look, which is honestly exactly what I was looking for in my own home. One detail that I adore is that only the center section is pre-filled; the rest is open for you to add your own items for display (see the ad below). Then let’s talk about the animations… the shelves include female/mail single stands (I’m using one) plus bento cuddles/adult anims with speed control & more. Material enabled; copy/mod/no trans, its available in both PG & Adult at the special Energy Weekend price, Feb 24th – 26th.
- Table & Chair: Dreamland Designs – Aurora Leather Chair Set. Includes the black leather chair, table with books & reading glasses, plant with ottoman/stand, plus two rugs (see the ad below). Includes bento animations for single female/male with props & for couples. Available in both PG & Adult at the Energy Weekend price, Feb 24th – 26th.
