Month: August 2023

Kitty Love

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I admit it… I have a bit of a problem when it comes to animals. I just love them and always want more.  In real life, I’m kept myself limited to 2 or 3 cats at a time, plus one or two dogs and two parakeets.  It can become a bit much, especially when trying to go on holiday.  In SL (where I’m rather addicted to KittyCats but also tend to have dogs roaming around, peacocks, ducklings, you name it!), it’s more of a prim and/or script issue.  But I do love taking pix either with my own cast of characters or when they are adorably provided as part of the animation or decor (both in this pack!!)…  The best of all? No clean-up involved!!!!  And on that note, I’m off to walk the real-life dogs while there’s a break in the weather! Happy shopping!

  • Dress:  Carol’s Store – Malena.  I just love what Carol does with denim… the style, the color, the fit! Malena combines a sexy low lace-edged modified sweetheart neckline with thin straps, a snug bodice featuring floral lace side panels finished with a short flouncy skirt.  Choose from 10 single textures or a fatpack with a HUD for all colors.  ORIGINAL MESH with materials enabled, Malena is sized for Legacy, Maitreya, Kupra, Khara, Reborn, Erika, Love Momma, & Belleza GenX (Classic & Curvy).  She is EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at the Reborn Event, Aug 22nd – Sept 7th.  See the ad below; demo available.
  • Pose:  LW Bento Poses – Kitty Love.   A pack of 5 bento poses, with puff, rug & kitties included.  It all rezzes as one; just sit on the rug to get the pose menu. (Separate poses also included.)  Available for 50% OFF at  The Liaison Collaborative, the newly revamped bi-weekly shopping experience, with this round open through August 31st.  See the ad below to see all poses.
  • Planters:  CJ Creations – Orange Tree Planter Set.  Three orange tree planters, each with a different metal finish (black, dark gold, & bronze…  I loved them all, so decided to use the entire set).  Material enabled.  Also includes one curious little Siamese kitty…  See the ad below for additional details.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  [theSkinnery] – Alanis in Mocca
  • Hair:  monso – Lofa Hair, currently at Collabor88
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Brown-Eyed Girl
  • Makeup:  Hype – “Something” Eyeshadow; Dernier – Eyeliner Set Vol 1
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Nails:  MiuMiu – #28
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Parisian Heart Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Shoes:  KC Couture – Fayla Heels

 

Reverse Ariel… offering my wings and hair for a mermaid tail

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http://Reverse Ariel... offering my wings and hair for a mermaid tail

Now that I have the space (and the prims) to build a small under-the-sea environment, I’m getting back into my mermaid persona. Although I love being a fae, fluttering and soaring on my wings will always be my first choice in fantasy, but there is definitely something about swooshing through the water… this outfit lets you combine the best of both worlds… seashells and shimmer to make you “a babe under the waves”…

  • Outfit:  Petrichor & Ersch– Ariendel.  Single colors available as well as 40-color HUD packs in different fabric textures.  You can choose to wear the entire outfit (like I did), or just a separate bra & panties (shown on the right in the ad below).  Sized for Legacy + Perky, Maitreya + Petite, Mounds, Kupra, Reborn, & Waifu, she is EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Collabor88 until Sept 6th.   Demo available.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Petrichor – Gaia
  • Hair:  Moon.Hair – Nox
  • Horns:  AMBIX – Geode Horns
  • Eyes: lovelysweet – Thalassa
  • Wings:  Aii and Ego – Fairy Wings
  • Jewelry:  Antaya – Bindi Iona

Seeking Words of Wisdom

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I’d love to be able to  follow up with some bright snappy dialogue, about letting things be, but it’s too late and I’m too tired for that kind of linguistic creativity.  In fact, the last few days have been more of a case of time not being on my side lol…  and it’s nothing all that much really, but in addition to Ceja moving her tropical home, I moved MY home (we’re now going to be neighbors which will make things much more convenient not just for borrowing that proverbial cup of sugar but also for household and landscaping items that are in the “other one’s” inventory).  So all I’ve been wanting to do is build and landscape and decorate and shop in order to build and landscape and decorate some more.  My new land even includes a mermaid domain, which is soooo much fun but also rather challenging since it’s something I’ve never attempted before.  And that means lots of experimentation, which by definition means some things work and a lot of others don’t.  So yes, I’m definitely seeking some words of wisdom, and who knows? I might even listen!

  • Outfit:  Jangka Design – Summer.  A bit of a departure for me, Summer is bursting with not just color BUT ALSO pattern, with 7 options to choose from (though I will say right here that there are also two dark solid Limited Edition versions for those who love the styling but might not want the pattern).  The styling for me just feels so right for something called “summer”… light & airy, breezy & colorful…  plus gold “coins”, a snug-fitting leather corset, & optional sleeves, bracelets & anklets…  Perfect for lazing a few hours down by the pond discussing the lessons of life, or for dancing the night (or day) away…  Sized for Legacy & Maitreya, she is 100% original mesh & is EXCLUSIVELY available for 25% OFF at the current round of We Love Role Play; demo available.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Birth – Fae
  • Hair:  bonbon – zoey
  • Horns:  AMBIX – Geode Horns
  • Makeup:   Loa – Gaia Face Paint
  • Eyes: lovelysweet – Mallory
  • Ears:  MSB! – Umbra ears
  • Wings:  Aii and Ego – Fairy Wings
  • Pose:  !Musa! – Linette Fairy Poses

The Tropical Bedroom

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http://The Tropical Bedroom

All bloggers are shoppers, and nothing gets a shopper’s blood going like truly fabulous pieces on a fantastic sale.  I JUST moved my tropical mainland home in SL, which was supposed to be “no big deal” but  is of course necessitating a total redesign of almost everything (even what I want to keep is hard to find in inventory).  I was so thrilled to spot this set in the ad for this weekend’s Slept On Sales that my blood was REALLY going (in a good way!), and when I saw it was from Dreamland Designs, which ALWAYS means top quality and is a sponsor of mine to boot, well ballistic might describe it lol!  One thing I’ll say… as good as it looks in the pictures it looks even BETTER in person!  It’s truly an amazing deal!  This weekend’s Slept On Sales  runs from August 24th – 27th.

Dreamland Designs – 

  • Louise Peacock Bedroom Set.   Beautiful rattan styling boasting beautiful colors, perfect for any country retreat or lakeside/oceanside/tropical home.  Set includes the nightstands & matching lamps (on/off touch).  The bed is loaded (& I do mean LOADED) with animations, for singles, cuddles, & adult.  It all ads up to relaxation, in every way! See the ad below for details.
  • Louise Little Seat.  Matching loveseat with a casually strewn throw that invites you to sit & enjoy more phenomenal animations (single, couple, & adult)!  Also includes the wall painting above the couch.  See the ad below for details.
  • Caily Fringed Rug Set.  Set of 3 coordinated rugs to help finish the scene.  Material enabled, each rug is copy/mod & can be moved/sized/etc. individually.  See the ad below.

You’re the song I can’t get out of my head

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My brain has been stuck on a song for days.  I can’t get it out of my head, and I don’t even know what song it is.  It’s starting to make me a bit batty, but I know that soon enough its power will diminish, and my life will return to its normal soundtrack.  Though admittedly, probably not for long.  I’m one of those obsessive personalities, where one thing just gets stuck… a song, a book, a creative project… something that suddenly claims the focal spot in my brain, where my thoughts just keep centering, no matter what I’m doing.  And yes, it happens with people too, though in that situation it’s more of a thoughts keep drifting to, rather than an obsessive focus (which is probably a good thing, otherwise it would be stalker mode lol!!!).  But back to that song…

  • Dress:  JUMO Originals – Brenda.   Classically sexy with a sweetheart neckline, this mid-calf dress hits all the right notes! Includes an optional sash belt plus a HUD with 20 rich satin colors & 10 printed textures (see the ad below).  100% ORIGINAL mesh & textures, Brenda is sized for Legacy, GenX Classic + Curvy, Maitreya & Signature, & is EXCLUSIVELY available at the August round of Designer Showcase, open through Aug 25th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  [theSkinnery] – Alanis in Mocca
  • Hair:  WINGSDG – ES0808
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Brown-Eyed Girl
  • Makeup:  Hype – “Something” Eyeshadow; Sequoia – Madalina BOM Eyeshadow
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Nails:  LIVIA – Mixit Pro Nails, Square
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Giselle Opal Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Shoes:  KC Couture – Dacy Heels
  • Pose:  Focus Poses – My Piano Is My Happy Place

 

On Wings of Fancy

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I’m late… I’m SO late, but even a fae can’t control what happens outside in the real world.  And it’s been one of those times, when if it can go wrong , it will… not in any big OMG change my life forever way, just a lot of little straws trying to break that poor camel’s back.  One example — and I’m only going to give one, just as an example — the icemaker in the fridge broke.  No big deal, right? But this is Florida, where the tap water is lukewar but NEVER cold, and the temperature has been record-breaking with the index up around 110 or more every single day.  Life goes on, as it must, but it’s so much harder to function when you’re hot and tired and thirsty for something cold to drink… or to put on the back of your neck when you’re feeling faint outside… or to put in the dogs’ water so that THEY have something cold to drink.  And as I said, that’s just ONE example.  On top of that, the computer has been glitchy as has the internet and the cable… heat-related? maybe.  Maybe not.  None of it huge; just enough straws to cause delays in getting my blog out.  Life — both in the real world and on the grid — will go on.  Though maybe it’s just a flight of fancy…

  • Outfit:  Jangka Design – Daphnis Outfit w/ Aeldyn Wings.  Stunning little outfit, Daphnis elements include the outfit, the necklace, the armbands, the boots, & these fabulous Aeldyn wings which are also sold separately (I’m wearing the outfit in Purple & the wings in Spring)!  Sized for Legacy & Maitreya, she is 100% original mesh & is available in 6 colors.  I’m ashamed to say that this awesome fae ensemble was on this past weekend’s Secret Sale, but because of real life demands, I missed it (kind of the definition of RL now, isn’t it; sighs).  Demo available.  
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Petrichor – Vareni Muted in Daneries
  • Hair:  Nova – Zenith
  • Horns:  Petrichor – Sanya Horns
  • Makeup:   Loa – Gaia Face Paint;  StunnerOriginals – Bellatrix Lips
  • Eyes:  Gloom – Kuroshitsuji
  • Ears:  Venge – Ear Blushing EvoX; Swallow – Earrings E05 for EvoX
  • Pose:  Angel’s Art Pose (AAP) – The Magic of Fairies

Feeling the Heat in London

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http://Feeling the Heat in London

It feels like the part of the world where I live is melting… it’s just been so hot that I’m spending most of my time being a homebody, escaping into the AC.  I really can’t imagine living down here in Florida without it, I don’t know how people did it (and sadly, I’m sure there are still plenty of people who do; back in NY they opened up cooling centers in extreme heat so that those without AC had a place to go to cool off).  Bottom line, I’ve had a lot of time at home, so I’ve been spending a great deal of it inworld.  I’ve been very unhappy with what has happened to the neighborhood for my two mainland lots (one for human habitation, one for fae), so I’ve been shopping for/buying land.  And that means re-landscaping which I love love LOVE to do.  Small lots are challenging, both in terms of space AND prims, and I’m trying to do both lots without buying anything… just digging deep into the bottomless pits of inventory.  It’s amazing what you find!  I even found an animated sea turtle in the bottom of MY inventory which is perfect for Thea’s new mermaid area! I’m still waiting for my 2nd lot to come through (it’s on abandoned land), but it’s right next to Thea’s new home, which will really simplify my life inworld rather than having to keep TPing back and forth.  That said, I obviously took some breaks to work on shoots… and having just spent a few days in London back in June, this shot was just so much fun, bringing up memories from what was a really excellent time (though it was hot, hot, hot when we were in London, and unlike Florida, air conditioning is a LOT more limited… I thought I was going to pass out on one of those hop on/hop off buses without AC or even a fan!  We are so spoiled, but you learn to adjust, no matter where you are, because that’s just part of life! Enjoy it!

  • Outfit:  pm : purple moon creations – Iris Blouse & Trousers.  LOVE this look… the wrap straps, the sheer sleeves with that hint of flutter, the way the pants fit “just right”, & the patterns! So hard to choose for this shot! Each is sold in its own fatpack with a HUD (20 pattern textures for the blouse with 10 solids for the straps; 48 solids for the pants & for the belt) or as part of a Megapack with all choices included. (See the ad below.) Sized for Legacy+Perky, Maitreya, Kupra, & Reborn+Waifu, Iris is EXCLUSIVELY available at the August round of Designer Showcase, open Aug 5th – 25th.  Demo available.
  • Hair:  Analog Dog – Zoey.  Three modifications to this fabulously curly style, plus the mix HUD with 94 preset textures to choose from plus a tinter!  Fitted mesh with materials enabled, Zoey is at the NEWLY updated TLC Event (The Liaison Collaborative), which is now a biweekly event featuring a mix of exclusives as well as discount items.  Zoey is specially priced at just 50L$ through August 16th!  Demo available. 
  • Backdrop:  Synnergy Tavis – Central London.  A {360} backdrop with materials enabled, there are so many different angles & shots — from the iconic red phone booth facing the London doubledecker bus & Big Ben to an equally iconic black cab with the Thames & Parliament to the street itself that is lined with storefronts & small residences with mailboxes — that you can use this backdrop again & again, & get a completely different pic each time. (See the ad below.)  This is a NEW RELEASE that is EXCLUSIVELY available at the new biweekly TLC Event (The Liaison Collaborative), through August 16th.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  [theSkinnery] – Alanis in Mocca
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Brown-Eyed Girl
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Glasses:  Bondi – Tony Sunglasses
  • Bag:  LaGyo – Summer Vibes Satchel Bag
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Ayla Moon Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  [piXit] – Gothababy

Bad Habits

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I’ve been thinking quite a bit lately about my bad habits… we all have them (at least, I think we do lol; and it should be noted that I’m NOT talking about nasty habits, which are something else entirely).  Some bad habits are lifelong — like late night snacking — which we fight to control day in, day out.  Others are new — like these stupid phone apps that suck you in where you’re thinking “why not, what’s $1.99” until the monthly bill comes, at which time you immediately hit DELETE APP.  Is Second Life a bad habit?  I know MANY people would say so, and in some ways, they’re right.  There was a time when SL was (in retrospect) way too high a priority for me.  I would turn down RL invitations because of someone I wanted to see or something I wanted to do on the grid.  And although I still spend quite a bit of time inworld (and quite a bit of money!), it’s more controlled, more centered on time that would otherwise be spent just watching the TV or other completely non-constructive activities, and budgeted with a monthly allowance that I’m comfortable with (though I’ll admit there are exceptions — new head, new body, new land — that come to mind, but NEVER on a whim any more).   I sometimes question my addiction, but the fact remains that for the most part, SL makes me happy and fulfills a need.  I love playing the grown-up version of Barbie; I love building and landscaping and creating (and recreating!) a home, I love setting up and doing photo shoots (I needed to take a bit of a break to rediscover that though); and I love spending time/talking with the friends I’ve made here.  So, bad habits?

  • Outfit:  {Le’La} – Serafina.   The minute I saw this outfit, I knew without hesitation that it was ME.  I love the cut, I love the rich satiny texture, I love the HUD with 35 colors that can be assigned individually to the left/right sides of the top, the left/right sides of the pants, the top band, & the pants laces so that I could create the perfect look for me at THIS moment, & then can create something completely different next time.  Sized for Legacy+Perky, Maitreya+Petite, GenX Classic+Curvy, Kupra, Reborn, & Erika, Serafina is EXCLUSIVELY available at the August round of Designer Showcase, open Aug 5th – 25th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  [theSkinnery] – Alanis in Mocca
  • Hair:  TRUTH – Dusk
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Brown-Eyed Girl
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Makeup:  Hype – “Something” Eyeshadow;  theMars – Night Party Gloss
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Giselle Opal Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  [piXit] – Bad Habits

Daydreaming

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http://Daydreaming

If you’re familiar with my work, then you know I often have a cup of coffee or a glass of wine in my hand, but rarely do I have a bottle of beer.  The reason is simple, I don’t like beer.  Occasionally, especially when it’s very very hot (like it is now) and I’m at an outdoor get-together of some kind, yes, it might be the best choice, but ever since a college party where a keg exploded or something (the memory is distinctly hazy for obvious reasons) and the smell got all over me, I just don’t enjoy it.  There is one huge HOWEVER, though… I love some European beer.  Imagine my shock when my husband ordered a flight of local beer in Belgium, and I loved, LOVED, two of the four beers.  So now this pic makes much more sense to me, because in my mind, SL beer takes just like Belgian beer lol!  Happy shopping!

  • Dress:  Carol’s Store – NEW!  Nadia.  I just love denim BUT it simply must have style (I’m obviously talking “not jeans”). Strapless & sleeveless, with a modified sweetheart neckline, a center seam, fabulous edging, & a built-in waist belt with a big buckle, Nadia is DEFINITELY stylish! Choose from 10 single textures or a fatpack with a HUD for all colors.  ORIGINAL MESH with materials enabled, Nadia is sized for Legacy, Maitreya, Kupra, Khara, Reborn, Erika, Love Momma, & Belleza GenX (Classic & Curvy).  She is EXCLUSIVELY available at the current Dubai Event, open July 20th – Aug 15th.  See the ad below; demo available.
  • Table & Stools:  CJ Creations – Essella Bistro Set.  This lovely little bistro set includes a table with “self-generating” props through a touch menu, stools filled with single & couple animations (I’m using one!), a table umbrella (not used for this shot), a round rug, & a philodendron (also not used).  See the ad below for additional details.
  • Pergola:  CJ Creations – Naxos Wisteria Garden Pergola.  Slatted pergola with beautiful hanging wisteria & ivy, perfect for providing some much needed shade in the summer heat.  Includes a touch menu to choose any of 3 woods.  See the ad below for details.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  [theSkinnery] – Alanis in Mocca
  • Hair:  S-Club – Sara
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Brown-Eyed Girl
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Makeup:  Hype – “Something” Eyeshadow; Chinoca Store – Raven Lipstick
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Tarentella Gypsy Dancer Necklace, Bracelet & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Shoes:  Lapointe & Bastchild – Swear Naomi Sandals