Make the most of your day, because soon it will be gone

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Happy Saturday everyone!

It’s good to have a little sunshine back today, especially after yesterday’s stormy weather.  The rest of the eastern states are getting the brunt of this winter storm passing through.  My friend in Tennessee sent me some pictures of her pasture with the donkeys she raises roaming around, with trees and bushes covered in icicles and the ground covered in fallen snow.  To someone who doesn’t get snow it looked so inviting and picturesque.

Instead I have sunlight streaming in heavily through my window, but it’s pretty windy with a slight coolness so I’m getting ready to open lots of windows.

I’m going to this post in now before I forget as the day goes on.  The wooden dining set is a new item by Mushilu, out now at the Secret Affair.  It’s available in different wood colors. I am showing the light version wood.

The La Vintage set is the pillow decor pieces shown by unKindness at the newest round of Lost & Found that just opened yesterday. The pieces can be bought separately or as a set.

The rest of the items are old gacha items or items in my inventory.

Credits:
*Wooden Dining Set – Mushilu @ The Secret Affair
– Table Large White
– Table White
– Stool White
– Lamp Lights White
*La Vintage Set – unKindness @ Lost & Found
– La Vintage Pillow Seat
– La Vintage Pillow Stack w/Lace
– La Vintage Pillow Stack
– La Vintage Pillow Drawer
– La Vintage Lamp
Windmill Wall Decor – Brocante
Melted Candle – Dust Bunny
Coat Rack – Dust Bunny
Braided Rug – Dust Bunny
Sunday Newspaper – Dust Bunny
Pastry Rack – Dust Bunny
Bowl of Cereal – Dust Bunny
Cinnamon Roll Skillet – Dust Bunny
Blueberry Waffles – Dust Bunny
Snack Basket – Dust Bunny
Egg Soldiers – Dust Bunny
Blueberry Pancakes – Dust Bunny
Old Milk Churn Chamomile & Primrose – Ellen Crescendo
Old Milk Churn white with Petunia – Ellen Crescendo
Hayabusa Design Willow Tree M15-1 v2-1 T10G – Hayabusa Design
Wish You Were Here Prefab – Scarlet Creative

Be brave my little thing

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There seems to be a stirring of heartache and breakups recently in the air and not just here in Second Life.  I was saddened to hear that a good friend of mine recently had a break up with her boyfriend of a few years.  I learned this just after talking to someone in-world, who is going through a potential falling out in her relationship.  It’s never easy when emotions are involved and if you’ve ever suffered a breakup you probably know this too well yourself.

Last night I ran across a quote that resounded in me and I shared it with my friend, who was sharing her own wisdom that sometimes you just need a break from having to please others or worry about what they’re up to.  I couldn’t have agreed more as I shared the following quote with her… “Sometimes the best thing you can do for someone you love is to let them be.”

The point being is that it doesn’t mean you love them less or shouldn’t try if appropriate.  Just means that at some point you realize that you can’t do anything more for them or your relationship.  You just have to step back or walk away and let them do what they need to do to make them happy or deal with their own stuff in their own way.  All you can do is focus on making yourself a priority and doing what you need to do to make you happy.

So after a bit of a laugh over the we live and learn and try again we toasted to the ones who’ve lost us and the lucky ones who’ve yet to meet us.

Credits:
*Shabby Cabinet White – unKindness @ The Seasons Story
*Board Art Lovebirds, Art Believe & Art Be Brave – unKindness @ The Seasons Story
*Recycled Bed Pickled Wood – DaD Design @ Lost & Found
*Vintage Traveled 3 Colours & Wall Bird Transparent – Mushilu @ The Fantasy Collective  {Opening soon — will update with landmark then}
Birdcage Candle One – Junk
Vintage Teacup Planter – Junk
Bartlet Rug Two – Junk
[Mellow ] Autumn Poppy Flower [Deep Pink] – Ariskea

 

I will always remember you

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The OMGacha started January 10th and will end in a few days on January 24th. One of the gacha sets that you can find there is from [CIRCA], the “Winter Solstice.” The pieces that I am showing do not make up the whole set, just a sampling and are detailed below.

I’m also showing the curves shelf by Dysfunctional Designs, which I modified by sizing it down to sit atop the cabinet there against the wall.  They are texture based and come in different sizes.

Last week two well known people in the entertainment industry have passed and a couple of creators have made a gift in tribute to each.  The first is the Always Deer Hanging Art made my unKindness in memory of Alan Rickman. While I am familiar with several of his movies, the one I remember him most was from the holiday move “Love Actually,” which I really enjoyed.

The other tribute is to David Bowie, who is known as one of the most influential musicians of his era.  MLE, who makes wine bottles for almost every occasion at a very reasonable price, made this wine set as a gift in tribute to the musician.  I received mine directly, as I must have subscribed or purchased something at one point.  I thought it was a nice tribute and displayed it with this scene as well.

Credits:
*”Winter Solstice” Lounge Room Gacha – [CIRCA] @ OMGacha
– Chalkboard Frame – Winter Comfort
– Double Cabinet – Frost (Bonus)
– Floor Cushion – Seat A
– High-back Beanbag Chair – Frost Rare
–  Modern Fireplace – Frost/Grey Rare
– Rattan Ball Lights – Tan
– Ribbed Area Rug – Frost
– Hexa Hive Shelf – White
*Curves Shelf – Small – Dysfunctional Designs
*Always Deer Hanging Art – unKindness {Store gift in memory of Alan Rickman}
Triangle Terrarium [Pyramidal] Brass – Soy
Vintage Lace Curtain (Blue) – Soy
Summer Sun Potted Plant G & J – Storaxtree {past hunt items}
Tea Tray {My Own Creation}
Bowie Tribute Sauvignon Wine Set & David Bowie Poster – MLE {Gift as tribute to David Bowie}

The passage of time often brings much more than we anticipate

“The people have gone… the village remains, and time and nature now live here”.

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The other day I got to visit Roots by Cica Ghost, a small village abandoned as the description implies that the people have gone and what remains are the scattered little homes whose fate is decided upon time and nature. If you look closely you might find me somewhere in that picture above.

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The creator previously had a similar exhibition in March-April 2014 known as the “Little Village” that I blogged under “T, U, V is for.”  This is slightly different and yet provides a very touching experience… what one would say a poignant reminder of the passing of time.

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The music selected to play is very peaceful and tranquil and certainly can provide calmness to the weariest and chaotic of minds.

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It really is worth a visit to walk around and take in every little detail.

Location: Roots by Cica Ghost

 

Stay out of the kitchen if you can’t handle the heat

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For you cooking buffs out there, [Nobles Creations], has released a top quality set of cooking copper ware that is really a fantastic addition to any kitchen.  There are two options available.  The complete set includes the hanging rack and several pots, which are not all included here.  Then there is the option to just buy a frying pan and both options include the cooking system.  The pots can be shown with either lid on or off.

These can be found currently at the Gen-Neutral Event that will go until February 2nd.

Credits:
*Complete Copper Ware Set w/ Cooking System – [Nobles Creations] @ Gen-Neutral {Event ends Feb. 2nd}
-Hanging Rack
-Soup Pot
-Randeau
-Sauce Pot
-Sautee Pan
*Copper Frying Pan w/ Cooking System- [Nobles Creations] @ Gen-Neutral {Event ends Feb. 2nd}

Ginevera Modern Kitchen Set – [ARIA]
{Includes Kitchen, Cabinets, Mitts, Potted Basil, Chopping Boards}
“SunnySide” Garden Planter – Tall – Camellia Tree – [CIRCA]
Stardust Cottage – Scarlet Creative

It’s a case of who caught who

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I was working the midnight shift in SL Town where it wasn’t so uncommon to find your usual unsavory and nonconformist types.  It happened so rapidly as I was cruising the streets that he suddenly appeared from the shadows of the side alley.  I quickly swerved to avoid to hit this suspicious tattooed character who was dressed in some off white assemble. That one eye face mask with a bat full of nails hanging from his back was surely a sign he was up to no good.

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Muttering under my breath as I braced myself for the eventual impact against the fire hydrant just to avoid to hit this loose cannon.  I quickly got out of my vehicle with my nerves still intact and my hand firmly placed on my revolver as I moved to the other side to ensure that I hadn’t skimmed him with the patrol car.

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He stood there erect and immovable, like a night predator watching his next victim approach.  No outward sign of injury as I cautiously got near.  There would be no need to call in my years of first aide training or to apply mouth to mouth resuscitation.  Clears throat.

Even before I could speak he maneuvered around me and caught me. Maybe. Looks can be deceiving. I think this last picture tells that the story can go a few ways.

Thanks ! (smirks) ❤ 
*Final scene and last two pictures to his credit.

Credits:
Hair – Wasabi Pills – Charlotte @ FaMESHed
Police Uniform, Cap, Boots & Belt – (epia) @ The Men’s Department
Police and Thief Pose Patrol Car – Come Soon Poses
Pose: In Custody 1 by Verocity Poses

Location: The Forbidden

The retreat getaway

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Heart Homes has released the Alpine Retreat House, which is a mesh home that has a land impact of about 145 and includes a working fireplace, lights and optional kitchen.

The bench out in front of the house is also from Heart Homes and is switchable from being snowed to cozy without the snow.  It has props for solo and couple poses for a total of 29 animations.

The winter sled, chiminea and foxes are all from Jian and can be found at the store. They are fairly new releases that were previously released at a just passed event, that I didn’t get a chance to post until now.  The foxes come in animated or static version.

Credits:
*Alpine Retreat House – Heart Homes
*Winter Cozy Bench – Heart Homes
*Winter Sled – Jian
*Fox’s Fallen Tree – Jian {was a freebie at past event}
*Foxes – Jian
*Hearthside Chiminea – Jian
Alaska.v1~Cluster{Seasons} – Little Branch
XmasTree – Little Branch
Grass1l {Winter} Little Branch

I’ll be waiting by the staircase

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I really like this single Victorian tower, which is the newest creation by DaD Designs for the upcoming round of the LTD The Event.  It probably stems from my love of castles and too much reading of historical romance novels when I was younger.

I love when creators share the details of what inspired their creations and this tower is like the ones positioned on the lakes of Scotland to control the water level.  It is 100% mesh and has a 31 land impact and has a large room, the staircase with a bridge 10 meters long.

It’s the perfect set up for a scene of dalliance with some dashing rogue.  Don’t you think?

The LTD Event begins January 12th and will run until January 26th.

Scene:
*Victorian Valve Tower – DaD Design @ LTD: The Event 
Japanese Maple Tree – [Organica]
Grass – Fanatik Architecture {past group gift}
Reed Flexi – Annastasia Scofield
Rock – 3D Trees
Heron – TLC