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Life is returning to normal, and I’m feeling pretty good! I’m still on a soft food diet, but I’m learning how to cope with it… it’s still a pain, but like anything else, the more you do it the easier it becomes.  I’m back to the weight I fought so hard to achieve, my body feels soooo much better from the weeks of PT (my last one is Monday!), and although it’s been incredibly hot here in central Florida (a certified heat wave!), my body has adjusted and I hear myself saying “you know, it’s not that bad”.  I’m not quite back in “the routine” though…  the majority of my friends are snowbirds and are gone for the summer; several of those who are full-time residents like myself are off on little jaunts or have family visiting or don’t want to do any physical activity in the summer heat, BUT I feel relaxed and good, am enjoying the exceptional quiet (ALL of our immediate neighbors are GONE) and our phenomenal AC.  It’s giving me time to get resettled back in SL, and back into blogging form (although I’m admittedly really struggling with photo titles… more and more, I understand why so many bloggers do Look #XYZ lol).  A couple of weeks though, and then construction begins right outside the window next to my computer, which should nicely disrupt everything for a time before creating a fabulous (hopefully!) new normal.  The Florida sunshine is not quite as intoxicating as the Mediterranean, but the memories I have from our recent trip are very carefully stored in my brain, and I am discovering that they are managing to infiltrate my blogging choices!!!!  Speaking of blogging, it’s the weekend, and that means time to shop!!!!! Enjoy!

• Outfit:  M&M Style – Kaila.  A deceptively simple jumpsuit, Kaila features bra-style cups with fabulous banding through the ribs, a loose thin belt at the hips, with the legs cut nice & snug through the butt & slowly widening out to long shoe-covering bells.  The overall effect is very feminine, showing off every asset to its fullest advantage.  Sized for Legacy, eBody, Kupra, & Maitreyal, Kaila includes a HUD with 24 textures.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the June round of the Swank Event, open through June 30th.  Demo available.
• Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
• Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
• Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Sunkiss
• Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
• Hair:  Exile – Peyton
• Sunglasses:  Mulloy – Antago
• Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Cabo San Lucas Leather & Shell Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
• Pose:  STUN Poses – Aurora (modified)
• Location:  Luane’s World – Le Monde Perdu, Summer 2022

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There’s just something about this dress… its attitude… it has this tropical island vintage vibe that immediately made me think of cocktails in a classy outdoor bar that had live music under the stars for dancing to those kinds of tunes that make you sway and move to a Latin beat… maybe in Havana or Puerto Vallarta or somewhere hot during the day and delicious in the evening.  I chose a rather sedate color combo; some are much more wild and colorful, ready to take on the world! Wow, a lot to get from a dress but that’s what clothing SHOULD do IMHO… as a blogger I love it when clothing tells me how it wants to be worn, and what it’s meant to be doing…  I can’t always capture it as well as I’d like (it can be a lot to show in a photo when you’re on a deadline lol), but I definitely know where my feet are taking me when I put on this dress!  Now to just find a dance partner!!!!

• Outfit:  WILD Fashion – Rosa Dress.  Includes a HUD with 18 different textures, from sedate to wild!  (See the ad below.) Sized for Legacy, Hourglass, Physique, Freya, Isis & Maitreya.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the June round of the Swank Event, open through June 30th.  Demo available.
• Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
• Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
• Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Sunkiss
• Hair:  EMO-tions – Jaily
• Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
• Makeup:  theMars – Organic Lips
• Jewelry:  Beloved Jewelry – Grace Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band

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It’s been an exceptionally busy few days for me in SL.  Although I’ve loved loved LOVED where we’ve been living, I’ve been so prim starved that (a) I couldn’t landscape/decorate the way I wanted, having to leave lots of empty space (tolerable outside, not so much indoors) and (b) I had to continually swap things out for similar items that were lower prim.  When I needed to rez a backdrop or skybox or even a lot of H&G items for a shoot, I often needed to temporarily delete an entire room of furniture or a landscaped area, etc., and then put it back when done.  The bottom line is that this was costing me way too much time, energy, & even money since I was replacing things I loved just to save a few prims here and there.  So, we gave up our direct access to the Blake Sea, and moved to a new lot “back home” in the estate area where we lived for almost ten years before heading out for the sailable lands.  Moving is time consuming… choosing which lot (this estate does a beautifully fantastic job of environmental landscaping) is stressful for a perfectionist like me, trying to find things in inventory when they’re named strangely (and you fail to write it down!) to rez in the new place is frustrating… looking for a new house to go with the feel of the new land is exhausting.  I finally threw up my hands, put up a temporary house that I picked up at the weekend sales (fabulous house, just too small for me), and released the old lot since no one wants to pay for two lots at the same time.  Very bittersweet… the challenge and excitement of creating something new, mixed with the bittersweet of letting something you love go.  I definitely needed to check out the local bar scene and have a drink!  Time to go collapse on the deck for a bit and just watch the sea… now where did I pack those chairs???

• Outfit:  C.Y. Fashion – Dakota Fatpack, which includes the shirt, pants, & very high stilettos.  I love the styling of this shirt… single sleeved, cropped with a slight looseness, cut-in neckline, with an artful use of texture with alternating sheer stripes at the neck and the lower part of the one sleeve.  The pants are available not just in 5 different colors, but in three different fabrics… I just had to go for the metallic for that clubby look! Sized for Legacy, Hourglass, Freya, Kupra, & Maitreya, Dakota is EXCLUSIVELY at the March Swank Event, March 7th – 30th.  Demo available.  The fatpack includes 
• Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
• Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
• Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra
• Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
• Hair:  Stealthic – Vigil
• Eyes:  ARTE – Green Eyes
• Jewelry:  Heartsdale Jewellery – Dhoom Machalay Collection;  Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
• Pose (modified):  VSM Devil Inside – Smoke Like A Star
• Backdrop:  Paparazzi – At the Bar

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Let me admit it right up front… I’m retired from working in real life (other than blogging that is lol!).  My closet hasn’t quite caught up with my changed lifestyle, however, though I’ve been weeding out all those office outfits slowly but surely.  After all those years working in an office (and in NYC at that!), I still have an eye for those outfits that to me are a bit more sedate than the SL norm.  These days though, I really like those that push the envelope a bit, combining the sophisticated with that sexy touch, looks that I probably would never have dared to wear “back in the day.”  It’s interesting what wearing a look like this does to your attitude… I just feel more capable, more confident… a woman in charge!  And yet, it’s sooooo very suggestive… love love LOVE that!!!! I urge you to check it out for yourself and see if you feel the same way… it’s intoxicating!!! Happy shopping!

• Outfit:  Vega Design – Deniz Jacket, Skirt & Top.  I love this outfit! In some ways, it felt perfect for work… until you notice how very short it is, just barely covering your butt cheeks.  In my younger days, I might have worn it to the office (though without the shoes!), especially if I was heading out afterwards (which is when I’d add those daring shoes lol).  What’s sexier than a corporate outfit that dares to cross the line just enough to raise an eyebrow or two? This rides that defining edge to perfection! Sized for Legacy, Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya, includes a texture HUD of 6 colors.  EXCLUSIVELY at the March Swank Event, March 7th – 30th.  Demo available.
• Shoes:  Vega Design – Eric High Heels.  OK, so maybe not the best choice for the office, but definitely for any after-work activity you’ve got planned!!!  These open shoes with thigh-high lacing are to die for!!! Sized for Legacy, Hourglass, Freya, Isis, & Maitreya, includes a texture HUD of 20 colors.  EXCLUSIVELY at the March Swank Event, March 7th – 30th.  Demo available.
• Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
• Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
• Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra, at the Skin Fair through March 28th.
• Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
• Hair:  bonbon – Nori
• Eyes:  ARTE – Green Eyes
• Nails:  StunnerOriginals – Mesh Rounded Long Cool Bento Nails
• Jewelry:  Petrichor – Trellion Jewelry; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
• Pose:  Nantra – Taxi (includes props)
• Backdrop:  Infinity Poses – Townhomes SCENE

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Have you ever noticed that talking to someone else often helps you clarify your own thoughts?  In chatting with a new blogger for our team (in addition to being a blogger, I also blogger-manage), I really came to a better understanding of my personal preferences, what to me makes a great blogging photo.  I specify “blogging photo” because a lot of fabulous pix are awesome but not good for blogging because you can’t clearly see the item that is being promoted (and let’s face it, that’s what blogging is, it’s advertising and promotion, not just photography).  So although I fave and accept plenty of straight fashion pix because they’re good at showing the design, they don’t reach the level of “great” for ME.   What does it take to reach the level for me, where I sit and study the photo, trying to learn from what someone else did? It’s a sense of artistry, of story-telling, of making the outfit (or decor or whatever) fit the scene, the lighting, the mood…  although some shots actually demand facing or looking straight at the camera with a challenging or sultry attitude, I tend to prefer more natural, candid-seeming caught-in-the-moment shots.  All the details of putting together a look of course come first, but then what you do with that is what makes all the difference.  It’s not easy; I know, I struggle with it in every shot.  Some reach my personal goals, many many fall short, but in my own mind, I’m still only in the advanced beginner stage, and I’m actively trying to learn how to do more.  Thoughts, suggestions, constructive critique is ALWAYS welcome…  And there goes my last preachiness for the month (hopefully, anyway)!!!!  Happy shopping!!!!

• Gown:  La Feminique – Fleur.  Stunningly feminine, this sleek sequin gown stands out with elegance!  I just love the way the “straps” are done in the front, adds so much interest & kicks the style a notch or two above.  Sized for Belleza, Slink, Maitreya & TMP,  Fleur is available in red or white (worn).  There is no store; this gown is EXCLUSIVELY available at the February Swank Event, Feb 7th – 28th.  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:  no.match – NO_RESISTANCE
• Makeup:  Cazimi – Dusk EvoX Lipstick
• Nails:  e.marie – Mix & Match Coffin, Merry & Bright Red
• Jewelry:  Moondance Boutique – Reign Crown Jewels Bracelet & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
• Pose:   Nantra – Who Are You Wearing
• Location:  Backdrop City

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So although this pic was taken BEFORE Christmas, I had so many issues with SL (rezzed props disappearing, and then reappearing later when I’d already rezzed another copy, camera freezing, just to name a few), that I never actually got to publish it before leaving to spend the holidays with family.  And although it may not be totally applicable to where we are calendar-wise, I’m considering it representative of the issues that go with the holidays.  Frustrations with lights and other decorations are pretty standard; and from what I hear, so are the blow-ups and strife that sometimes occur at multi-day family get-togethers.  This was our first Christmas flying up north and staying with my daughter’s family for almost a week (prior to this, we’d just driven up for the day or an overnight).  Based on how it went (we almost changed our flights to leave on Christmas Day), we won’t be repeating it under this configuration.  We definitely still want to spend the time, but think that in the future we need outside accommodations in order to create some space all around.  Luckily, we’re back home with absolutely zero travel-related issues and it’s on to New Year’s, and we’ll worry about next Christmas next year… one thing we’ve learned, anything can happen!  And, as an added FYI for this holiday frustration, I’ve been unable to upload anything to FlickR , which is also making it impossible to publish.  Hopefully I’ll get this up before the event ends!!!

Hoping that you had a Merry Christmas, and are looking forward to the New Year (I know that I am!), both in real life and here on the grid.  Happy Holidays, and happy shopping!

• Outfit:  JUMO –Monique Outfit.  Awesome way to dress down while still dressing up just a bit!  A knit bolero topper over a sexy bralette (sexy enough to elicit a comment from my long-time partner!!) with just slightly torn waist-high jeans.  Choose from 10 different color packs, each with 3 textures for the top, the blouse, & the jeans (I’m using the Mint Hud); the fatpack also includes an Extra Pack with 3 totally different textures.  This sexy little outfit is sized for Legacy, Hourglass, Tonic Curvy/Fine/Mini, Freya, Isis, eBody Curvy, Altamura, Maitreya & Maitreya Petite.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the December Swank Event, open Dec 7th – 31st.
• Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
• Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
• Skin:  Amara Beauty – Lorena
• Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
• Hair:  Doux – Mecca
• Eyes:  ARTE – Green Eyes
• Makeup:  Heron – Jade Lipstick
• Jewelry:  Second Mirage – Christmas Tree Earrings (seemingly extinct vendor); Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
• Pose:  Sassy Sweet Poses – Advent Set 2020

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And now for the really fun part of Halloween… the costumes!  I mean, let’s get honest… more than half of my life in Second Life is spent role-playing as fae, so you might say that being in costume doesn’t seem like such a big deal.  But somehow it is.  Maybe it’s because I do keep my two personalities pretty separate; maybe it’s the type of outfit (I mean, come on, this is more burlesque and Mardi Gras appropriate than a medieval fantasy character would ever ever wear); maybe it’s something else entirely. I really don’t know, and frankly, I really don’t care.  All I know is that does make my heart beat just a tiny bit faster and brings a silly smile to my face.  Creating the scene was just so much fun, so different from what I normally do.  And that I think is the key… different from my norm.  After more than 14 years in SL, just being inworld is no longer something unique in itself, it IS the norm.  It’s getting to play with outfits like these and the inner fantasy worlds to which they lead that creates a new, different kind of excitement.  And I love it!  Happy shopping!

• Outfit:  FlowerDreams – Agatha Costume.  Includes gorgeous black corset with straps & swirls & a built-in collar (with alpha mask), underskirt, black skirt (swirls fantastically, but not worn for this pic – see the ad below), underpants with garters & stockings, hat with a caged fairy within, & rose decorations.  Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/V, Maitreya, Fitmesh, & Classic S/M/L.  Get this outstanding costume EXCLUSIVELY at the October round of Swank Event, Oct 7th – 31st.  Demo available.
• Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
• Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
• Skin:  Amara Beauty – Lorena
• Freckles:  WOW Skins – Evo-X Beauty Marks
• Hair:  eXxEsS – GIN
• Eyes:  ARTE – Green Eyes
• Tattoo:  SHANA – Sofi Black
• Mask:  LEIGH – Masquerade Lace Mask
• Gloves:  BouBouKi – Erith Gloves
• Pose:  STUN Poses – Noite
• Zebra:  Wild Kajaera – Firestorm Zebra (GIFT)
• Backdrop:  Floyd – Halloween Series, Mad Circus