The holidays can be a tough time for so many. It shines a spotlight on the differences between the haves and the have-nots, but it goes far beyond material possessions. What it really highlights is the chasm between those who have family and loved ones to gather near, and those who are struggling through life more on their own. And even for those WITH family, it can stress the sometimes fragile ties, the competition, the one-up-man-ship. It’s important to remember not just for yourselves but for those around you that we all have our special unique gifts, some might be more overt, more obvious, more “flashy”, but we are all unique individuals and that uniqueness alone is invaluable. This is all jumbling around in my brain because somehow this pic made me think about how Rudolph’s bright nose leading the pack might have given rise to feelings of inadequacy on the part of the other reindeer (even though they were the ones who had originally teased and ostracized him for his uniqueness). We all share the same doubts and fears about our “gifts”; we all look at what others have and feel inadequate in some way. And yes, these are pretty broad assumptions, but it’s a good reminder for myself when I find myself slipping into comparison mode… which is sure to happen as I head home for the holidays this year. My sermon is done lol… now off for that last-minute holiday shopping!!! Happy holidays and happy shopping!
- Outfit: GuGuVaGa Fashion (GGVG) – FIA Sweater & Pants & Belt. This outfit so effortlessly combines style with comfort that I feel about it the way I feel about most from this designer, namely I wish it came in my size IRL. The cowl neck hi-lo sweater has a relaxed fit with fabulous “double breasted” lacing; the jeans are perfectly lo-cut (not too low, not too high), flaring below the knee, with an optional belt. Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I, & Maitreya, both the pants & the tops are EXCLUSIVELY at the December Swank Event, open Dec 7th – 31st. Demo available.
- Head: LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
- Body: LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
- Skin: Amara Beauty – Lorena
- Freckles/Moles: DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
- Hair: Besom – Aidia
- Eyes: ARTE – Green Eyes
- Jewelry: Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
- Pose: Clix Poses – Reindeer Games