All I Want For Christmas Is You

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I don’t want a lot for Christmas
There is just one thing I need, and I
Don’t care about the presents
Underneath the Christmas tree
I don’t need to hang my stocking
There upon the fireplace
Santa Claus won’t make me happy
With a toy on Christmas day….

All I want for Christmas is you!

Credits:
*Skin: Sarah (Catwa) by Insol – NEW @ Tres Chic
*Hair: Mesh Hair “Cheri” by DeLa – NEW @ Tres Chic
*Accalia Fur Vest Maitreya Lara by Legal Insanity – NEW @ Tres Chic
*Silvyna Leg jewels by -KC- Couture – NEW @ Tres Chic
*Tattoo: Queen by Nanika – NEW @ Tres Chic
Blairkini Panties – Maitreya by Empire
Mesh Head: Skye by Catwa
Mesh Body: Lara V3.5 by Maitreya
Mesh Eyes: Triumph Eyes – Poltergeist by Ikon

Scene:
*Giftbox Square by [Tia] – NEW @ Whimsical
*Valarie Sofa – Adult by [Tia]– NEW @ Shiny Shabby

Pose: Sun Lights by CW Poses

 

Some people stay in your thoughts forever

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Happy Black Friday! One of the biggest sales event days of the year.  I stopped doing that kind of craziness a few years ago.  It was more the thrill of going out with my sisters then catching any real savings and usually it was to grab some new popular toy or game for the kids in our family.  Now those kids are all grown and our desire has waned as Black Friday has really been distorted and moved more to Thursday than the actual Friday. Though if you enjoy it.. have fun and keep safe!

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It’s also great we can catch some savings here in Second Life with Black Friday sales going on. Though it’s also the perfect time to get to some ongoing events while everyone is trying to get into busy sims.  Today I am featuring the new Hanover Barn by Galland Homes that is available at the Draftsman Event. It’s a good size barn with an approximate footprint of 17 meters wide by 23 meters deep.  The creator of Galland Homes writes that the barn is indicative of the large timber and stone farms found through his home state of Pennsylvania.  It’s 100% mesh with a land impact of 72 and a snow add on that is available as well.

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The other home decor being featured is the odres by Sweet Kajira, which are wine skins made of leather, usually goat, that are used to contain liquids like wine or oil. These here are available at the Fantasy Gacha Carnival.  I’m also showing the tree stump with reclining raccoon by JIAN available at the main store.  It’s animated and season change texture too. The fence I’m leaning against is by Pixel Mode and at The Liaison Collaborative. It’s available as a non animated version or pg and adult as well.  The trees are by Little Branch, with the Red Bradford {trees on left and right} at Shiny Shabby and the Maple Wood {tree in middle} at the Ultra Event.  snapshot_010

Lastly, I’m am showing a new hair release by Wasabi Pills that is available at The Forest Event. Previously you could only grab this hair if you paid the membership on a monthly basis to grab all the gifts. That has changed and now you can purchase items individually. I encourage you to go to The Forest web page to read more on this exciting change.  The boots are from Fame Femme and are at The Liaison Collaborative. You can find these in eight color options and each include a hud to change the color of the socks.

Have a fabulous day and start of the weekend!

Credits:
*Hair: Aspen Mesh Hair by Wasabi Pills – NEW @ The Forest
*Boots: Liana Boots Socks – Black – Maitreya by Fame Femme – NEW @ The Liaison Collaborative
Bonbon Dress Black by LES Fees Endormies
Mesh Body: Lara V3.5 by Maitreya
Mesh Head:  Destiny V4.9 Mesh Head by Catwa
Skin: Katrin by Atelier Pier

Scene:
*Hanover Barn by Galland Homes – NEW @ Draftsman
*Odre Black by *Sweet Kajira* – NEW @ Fantasy Gacha Carnival
*Odre Brown  by *Sweet Kajira* – NEW @ Fantasy Gacha Carnival
*Maple Wood.v1 {Seasons} by Little Branch – NEW @ Ultra Event
*Red BradFord {Seasons} by Little Branch – NEW @ Shiny Shabby
*Raccoon Stump by JIAN
*Stolen Moment – Non Animated by [PM] Pixel Mode – NEW @ The Liaison Collaborative
Hay Bale (Pile) – The Artist Shed {past hunt gift}
Round Hay Bale by Botanical
Puffy Grass [Brown] by *alirium*

Pose: Standpoint by Del May {slightly modded hands}

In Everything Give Thanks. Happy Thanksgiving!

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Today is Thanksgiving here in America and so wishing all my fellow American readers a wonderful and Happy Thanksgiving.

While I try to live an attitude of gratitude each and everyday this day does gives us all an opportunity to acknowledge and be grateful and thankful for the many blessings we have in our lives.

I certainly have many in both worlds starting with the love and support of family and friends.  I also count blogging as a blessing as it has provided me with a form of entertainment, relaxation and a platform for meeting so many wonderful people.  It has helped me grow in my photography skills and to evolve in the digitial art and media as well as social media, but I would not be as successful if it were not for the readers who follow and enjoy my work and click the “like” button or leave a kind word. Those small acts are part of what encourages me to continue to learn and grow.

My sincere THANK YOU to each and everyone of you!!

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Credits:
*Grid Pavilion by BIGBULLY – NEW @ Draftsman
*Royal Holidays Dining Room Set by Aphrodite Shops – NEW @ Tres Chic
Woodland Wreath / Autumn by {vespertine}
Woodland Garland / Autumn by {vespertine}
Privet Ball (Variegated) by Apple Fall
Farrow Garden Wall by Apple Fall
Garden Paver Path by [ba]/Barnesworth Anubis

In my own space. Comfort.

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I’ll try to keep this short and I have a lingering headache this morning and my day is pretty busy with chores and baking desserts for tomorrow’s Thanksgiving meal. There’s only 14 of us this year, but still a pretty decent crowd to prepare for.

Now for today’s post I am featuring the Vintage Reception Set by Thor that is a new release for Cosmopolitan.  Item can be purchased separately or as a fatpack, please see credits below for all the items included in the set.

Have a great one!

Credits:
*Vintage Reception Set by ..::THOR::.. – NEW @ Cosmopolitan
..::THOR::.. Post Cards – Wall
..::THOR::.. Old Jug With Projects
..::THOR::.. Vintage Desk Lamp
..::THOR::.. Concierge Sign
..::THOR::.. Wood Letters Holder
..::THOR::.. Vintage Key Holder
..::THOR:::. Stamps Holder
..::THOR::.. Brushes Jug
..::THOR::.. Color Scale Poster
..::THOR::.. Old Guest Book (Operating)
..::THOR::.. Licking Red Cat *GIFT*
..::THOR::.. Vintage Reception Desk
..::THOR::.. Vintage Reception Chair
..::THOR::.. Cup Of Coffee
..::THOR::.. Vintage Telephone With Sound
..::THOR::.. Old Metal Bucket 1
..::THOR::.. Old Metal Bucket 2

Water-Mashroom w/ Moss ball by Soy
Water-Mashroom w/Water bowl by Soy
C0at Rack by Dust Bunny
Rug . Naturel by Zigana
[Military] Postcard by Ariskea/The Den
All I wanna do gacha / {2} by :HAIKEI:
All I wanna do gacha / {4} by :HAIKEI:
All I wanna do gacha / {7-2} by :HAIKEI:
Art Studio Collection. Unused Canvas by Clustered
Clustered. Art Studio Collection. Paint Bucket by Clustered
Clustered. Art Studio Collection. Weathered Canvas by Clustered
Clustered. Art Studio Collection. Work Bench by Clustered

Winter Getaway

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I’m back!  As mentioned in my earlier post today that I might be making second appearance today on my blog to show the Aspen Cabin by DaD Designs.  Well here it is, giving you a front view and then some pictures of the inside of this one bedroom and one bath with a good size living room space.  It’s available at Shiny Shabby.

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I’m also featuring some winter landscape stuff. The first is the winter tree by Panavia that’s now at Draftsman.  It has a land impact of 10 as rezzed and will go down or higher depending on which way you resize.  The pine trees along with the chipmunks decor and the lamps on the doorstep are by Dreamscapes Art Gallery and at the main store.

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The cute Mr. Snow and Mrs. Snow are by [Tia] and are available at Whimsical. They have a land impact of 4 for Mr. and 3 for Mrs.

Below credits I have included some additional information on the Aspen Cabin.

Credits:
*”Aspen Cabin” m/c V.1.0 by DaD DESIGN – NEW @ Shiny Shabby
*”Snow Add On Aspen Cabin” c/m 1 by DaD DESIGN – NEW @ Shiny Shabby
*Winter Tree “Fagus” by Panavia – NEW @ Draftsman
*Pine Tree* With Lights Snow A by Dreamscapes Art Gallery  – NEW 
*Chipmunks* B by Dreamscapes Art Gallery  – NEW 
*Deer* Lantern White by Dreamscapes Art Gallery  – NEW 
*Tree Stumps* B Winter by Dreamscapes Art Gallery  – NEW 
*Mr Snow by [Tia] – NEW @ Whimsical
*Mrs Snow by [Tia] – NEW @ Whimsical
Winter Grass 2013 – B by Happy Mood
Long Winter Grass (White) by Turnip’s


*Aspen Cabin
Footage: 25.8x 12..9
Land Impact: 44
copy/modify yes (script are not mod)
no transfer
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I am very proud to present my latest creation “Aspen Cabin” 100% original mesh.
This Cabin is composed by a spacious living room, one bedroom and one bathroom.

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Snow Add On
Land Impact total 23 (linked you can remove pieces)
copy/modify yes
no transfer
Sold separately there are add on snow to make the perfect cottage also in winter scenery
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Customize your windows:
Near the entrance door there is a button and by touch to access the menu where you can change windows texture ( regular or snow , if you decide to use on winter landscaping)

 

Memories are timeless treasures of the heart

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Happy Monday!  Or let’s hope it is or was. I am happy to be showing you some wonderfully fantastic items of decor today.  The creator behind [Tia], whose name is actually Tia, has made some great pieces for this round of Shiny Shabby. Her Valerie Lounge set is just amazing and so perfect for a white Christmas. I used every piece of the set as it was all so pretty to leave out any.

I’m also showing some wonderful pieces by Shutter Field in collaboration with Decor Junction; the white Christmas chair, blanket basket and the gift boxes fit right in with today’s scene.

I created this scene using the new Aspen cabin by DaD Designs, but I will be featuring that tomorrow or later tonight maybe so I won’t give too many details other than to say it’s another super home with snow add on for the winter season.

Have a great one!

Credits:
*Valerie Lounge Decor by [Tia] – NEW @ Shiny Shabby
[Tia] Valarie Sofa – Adult
[Tia] Valarie Hallway Table
[Tia] Valarie Glass Dome – Peacock Feather
[Tia] Valarie Glass Dome – War Letters
[Tia] Valarie Glass Dome – Deer on books
[Tia] Valarie Lamps
[Tia] Valarie Giant Rosary Door
[Tia] Valarie Silverleaf Wreath
[Tia] Free Christmas Message Light
[Tia] Valarie Candle Fireplace
[Tia] Valarie Coffee Table
[Tia] Valarie Silverleaf Glass Vase
[Tia] Valarie Silver Candle Stand
*Vintage Xmas Gift Boxes v1 by Shutter Field & Decor Junction – NEW @ On9
*Vintage Xmas Chair – White by Shutter Field & Decor Junction – NEW @ On9
*Blanket Basket – White by Shutter Field & Decor Junction – NEW @ On9
*Aspen Cabin by DaD DESIGN @ Shiny Shabby
Madeleine Mannequin by {what next} – NEW @ Collabor88
Madeleine Hatbox (stack) by {what next} – NEW @ Collabor88
Mini Christmas Tree by Dust Bunny
Box of Ornaments by Dust Bunny
Snow Globe by Dust Bunny
Tree Cookies by Dust Bunny
Toy Horse by Dust Bunny
Lovebirds . White . With Cage by Dust Bunny & O.M.E.N
Postcards by Dust Bunny
Emmanuel decorative snowflake cushion (Silver A) by [ARIA]
Emmanuel Birch snowflake – RARE by [ARIA]

Self propelled

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I’m shooting for less words today and more pictures even though I’m not quite sure I will accomplish it by the time I’m done. I’m very cold sitting here at my desk even with a long sleeve sweater and a jacket on top of that and I’m getting a headache to boot. After I complete this post I’m hopping into the comfort of my bed and really going to focus on a lazy Sunday.

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Today the Draftsman event opens and just from the few pictures I’ve seen already there is going to be some really great things to be found.  Just take a look at these wonderful aviation items made up of the propellers, frames and the coat rack from Blue Sky.  They are mod as I resized one of the propellers to a small size, so that I could show you more than one.

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I’m wearing a new hair design by Iconic, which I absolutely love as it frames the face very well and I just love the waves and the length.  The dress is by United Colors and I was complimented more than twice while wearing it in a different color yesterday. That just tells you how downright sexy it is with the right amount of skin showing.  Both can be found at Tres Chic. The light gold wrist bracelet is by Salvadori and it’s at On9 also and available in a couple of other metal tones.  I’m also using another standing pose by K&S Poses.

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The fall entry set is by Quasi, and it’s perfect for the season we’re in and available at On9, as well as the renanta couch by New Church.  The design is really neat and different and texture change by the click of the cushion and seat of the couch.

Last, but certainly not least I am also showing a new build by DaD Designs.  The Cave Skybox is just perfect if you want something cozy with a bit of elegant modern living. I took a few pictures and collaged them, but if you click on it you can see it at a larger size.

Enjoy the rest of your Sunday!

Credits:
*Hair: LIlo by ICONIC – NEW @ Tres Chic
*Lilith_Leather_Dress_all in 1_Maitreya by United Colors – NEW @ Tres Chic
*Light Gold ‘Le Chain’ Wrist Bracelet by Salvadori – NEW @ On9

*Pose: Katya~24 by K&S Poses

Scene:
*”The Cave” Skybox by DaD Design – NEW @ Ultra Event

*Fall Entry Set by Quasi @ On9
Quasi – Fall Entry Table
Quasi – Fall Entry Table Cloth
Quasi – Alanso Lamp
Quasi – Fall Decor Tray

*Aviation Items by [-BLUE SKY-] – NEW @ Draftsman
[-BLUE SKY-] “Propeller Coat Rack”
[-BLUE SKY-] “Propeller” – Black Checker
[-BLUE SKY-] “Vintage Propeller”
[-BLUE SKY-] “Double Picture Frames – Aviation”
[-BLUE SKY-] “F4U Fan Propeller – Pin-Up”
[-BLUE SKY-] “Propeller” – Black & Red

*Renata Couch by :: New Church ::  – NEW @ On9
Hallsey Mirror Gold by The Loft

Stand tall and be strong

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Over the summer I took a trip to Texas as I was contemplating on moving there at the time.  I traveled with all women that are members of my immeidate family visiting various cities.  While at each city we took in the local attractions and in San Antonio one of the places we visited was the Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch, where you get to drive through acres of what their web site describes as “rolling hills, creek beds, and magnificent live oak trees and witness the behavior of over 500 animals from 40 exotic, native and endangered animal species worldwide.” 

I can certainly attest to seeing a lot of animals that literally came up to your car as you drove through at a slow pace.  Unfortunately, during the time we traveled that part of the nation was experiencing heavy rains and the roads where the giraffes were housed and roamed were flooded.  My niece loves these tall and regal looking animals and I do also. Though to compensate they had moved a few giraffes to the front of the ranch in an enclosed area where you could walk to and see them up close.  This was one of the best highlights of our trip as we really had an enjoyable time seeing all the animals and we laughed so hard during our time there that it will always be a pleasant memory for all of us to cherish as we bonded even closer then.

So that when I saw this nicely done woodlance fence set from .peaches., which is their release for the Draftsman Event that starts tomorrow I thought of using giraffes, which then made me remember our trip.  The fence ranges in land impact from 1 to 12 for the arch with the gate.  I will be showing more items from this event in the coming days.

My hair and clothes are from this round of Tres Chic with the hair with fedora being by Beusy and sweater top and suede lace-up shorts or hotpants as named by Petite Mort.  It’s not often that I go outside my natural tones when it comes to wearing hairs, but I felt like something different today so I chose the special colors to wear. I thought it looked really pretty and vibrant.

The outfit is mesh body compatible and is also available in several different colors; 5 for the hotpants and 10 for the tops. They fit perfectly with my maitreya mesh body and to complement the outfit I am wearing the newest thigh high heels by Empire called Weigela that are available at this new round of Kustom9.  The pose is another great one by K&S Poses, which is a continuing one of their Katya sets.

If you read this far… thank you!  I’m in a chatty mood apparently. 🙂

Have a great one!

Credits:
*Hair: Ashlie Hair w/ Fedora (Specials) by Beusy – NEW @ Tres Chic
*Brick Cropped Mock Turtleneck Maitreya by Petite Mort – NEW @ Tres Chic
*Petite Mort- Cocoa Suede Lace-up Hotpants Maitreya by Petite Mort – NEW @ Tres Chic
*Shoes: Weigela – Maitreya by Empire – NEW @ Kustom9
Mesh Head: Destiny V4.9 Mesh Head by Catwa
Mesh Body: Lara V3.5 by Maitreya
Skin: FLF Rila catwa Applier by Belleza
Eyes: Triumph Eyes – Poltergeist by Ikon

Scene:
*Woodland Fence Set by .peaches. – NEW @ Draftsman Event ***Opens Tomorrow***
Giraffes by Just Animals
Forest 414T {the trees} by Thorenbuilt
Woodland Weeds by Two Moon Gardens
Wild Grasses – Browns by ~*Forest Floor*~ 
Mossy Rock Grouping – Classic by ~*Forest Floor*~ 
Land Forms Building Set by Studio Skye

*Pose: Katya~5 by K&S Poses

Honey, I’m home

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Credits:
*”Luxury Regency” Christmas Tree 1.0 by Heart Homes – NEW 
*”Grafica” Glam Glimmer Curtains – Gold by [CIRCA] – NEW 
*”Grafica” Glam Glimmer Rug – Gold by [CIRCA] – NEW 
*Decorating Items by Dreamscapes Art Gallery – NEW
-*Earl* Couch Brown
-*Earl* Chair Brown
-*Earl* Ottoman Brown
-*Deco Board* Joy
-*Carol* Cards Wall B
-*Jenna* Boxes Deer B
-*Reindeer* B
-*Holly* Reindeer B Green
-*Reindeer* Deco A
-*Kris* Shelf Xmas A

Little Pillow (Dot/Brown) by {anc}
[Fox] Pillow . Plaid Pink by Sway’s
Mesh – Woodburner Noir by LISP
Mesh – Portland Fire Accessories  by LISP
Stony Hollow Mini Bundts by Artisan Fantasy
Barrel Planter – Pinkish by Roawenwood
Reiley A-Frame Cabin Green + Stringlights by Trompe Loeil @ Collabor88

Train your mind to see the good in everything

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I finally made it over to 6 Republic yesterday and picked up a few items, which provided a nice backdrop to show you these awesome new boots by N-Core and new hairstyle by Wasabi Pills.

The thigh high boots are available in individual colors or by fatpack and are at the new round of Kustom9.  The new hairstyle Romy hair has two versions; one with and without the hat. You can find it at the just opened round of Ultra.

Enjoy the rest of your Wednesday!

Credits:
*Hair: Romy Mesh Hair w/Hat by Wasabi Pills – NEW @ Ultra
*Boots: Alyssa “Fatpack” for Maitreya Lara by N-Core  – NEW @ Kustom9
Skin: ( Lelutka Heads ) LiuLy ( India) 01 by Glam Affair
Mesh Head: Simone Mesh Head by LeLutka
Mesh Body: Lara V3.5 by Maitreya
Eyes: Triumph Eyes – Poltergeist by Ikon
Cory – Sweater Dress – Maitreya by Blueberry – NEW @ Collabor88

Scene:
Dopestation Gacha by Ten Thousand & Co. – NEW @ 6 Republic
2.Train Rail Stairs
8.Train Home Green
9.Train Home Red
Wild Grass by Studio Skye

Pose: Waiting For by Morphine {not sure if still around}