I'll wait… for a time

On June 29, 2017 By AlexaIn Events, Fashion, Furniture, HomeLeave a comment

Morning everyone. Even though it’s a little before the 10 am hour I’m still a bit groggy from lack of sleep as I’ve been doing a few late nights this week to complete a project non second-life related. It probably has a little to do with eating a full breakfast of pancakes and eggs, something that doesn’t happen every morning at least for me as I’m not much of a morning eater. Today was an exception.

I’m wearing a new skin by *YS&YS* called Ludo made for the new generation Akeruka mesh head. It’s a main store release so no fighting lag at an event to take a look. I’m wearing it in tone 02, but it’s also available in a range of tones that go from 00 to 04. I’m also wearing the shape that came with the skin, specifically for Valerie mesh head by Akeruka Creations, the one I’m wearing.

This cute new hairstyle is by eXxEsS and another main store release available in several colors. The black bodysuit is by Tentacio and it’s part of their Sakiko gacha at Lootbox. Here is the key so that you can see the other items in the gacha that can be worn independently as well. The thigh garter is by Empire and comes with a color hud giving you lost of options. It’s going to be available at the upcoming Crystal Hearts event that I believe opens this Friday. These sexy shoes are a new release by N-core and currently available at this month’s round of Kustom9. I’m wearing the Maitreya version, but you can also find versions for Belleza and Slink as well a version to fit their own mesh feet.

I’m using a lamp and a bed from creators participating at this round of Cosmopolitan that ends July 2nd.

Have a great rest of the day!

Credits:
*Skin: Ludo Tone 02 Applier for Akeruka New Generation by *YS&YS* **Mainstore Release**
*Shape Ludo (Valerie) by *YS&YS* **Mainstore Release**
*Hair: Oxenia A by eXxEsS **Mainstore Release**
*Sakiko Body Black by Tentacio @ Lootbox
*Thigh Garter: Osteospermum by Empire @ Crystal Hearts
*Shoes: Delicious Maitreya High Feet by N-Core @ Kustom9
Mesh Head Valerie Vers. 2.5 Bento by Akeruka Creations

Scene:
*Handblown Glass Floor Lamp – Antique Bronze by Thistle @ Cosmopolitan
*EYDHI Single Bed Blue by Sources @ Cosmopolitan
Fiddle Leaf Tree by Dust Bunny
Spotted Begonia by Dust Bunny
Potted Cheese Plant by Dust Bunny

Ground Sits by Kirin

Nothing says home like the smell of baking

On January 11, 2017 By AlexaIn Events, Fashion, Furniture, Gacha, Home2 Comments

There was a time that I really enjoyed baking and did a lot of it as I always loved having some coffee dessert on hand for family and friends when they visited, even though I didn’t drink coffee myself. I still enjoy it even if I bake mostly for a holiday or a special occasion these days. When I moved it was an opportunity to go through the the collection of baking pans, measurement cup sets, gadgets and tools that I acquired over the years. I downsized considerably.

It’s no different here in Second Life, where I’ve collected a lot of kitchen ware over the years. I’m just not ready to downsize here just yet. It’s all this wonderful realistic pieces of home goods, baking ware and gadgets that makes our kitchens come to life. I’m not disappointed with the newest releases by Ionic and Serenity Style. I mixed both with some old gacha favorites to put this kitchen scene together. There’s just too many pieces to reference, but all items used are mentioned below.

I’m also featuring a new hair release by eXxEsS called Citron, which is a long hair style even if you can’t see the back. It includes the new “Breeze” technology that animates the hair and a texture HUD that has 56-single tone hair colors. The lovely dress with a lace pattern is from Noche and it’s available in several colors at The Liaison Collaborative. Make sure to go check out this event, it’s one of the best for home, garden, fashion and a whole lot more.

Anyways, thanks for stopping by and I hope you enjoy the rest of your day, night or whatever it is for you right now.

Credits:
*Hair: Citron A by eXxEsS
*Daniella Dress/Baige – Lara by NOCHE. @ The Liaison Collaborative
Wearing Basics

Scene:
*Northern Life Gacha by Ionic @ The Chapter Four
ionic : Northern House RARE
ionic : Country table
ionic : Country Chair
ionic : Onions & Potatoes shelf
ionic : Kitchen work table
ionic : Rolling pins & wooden bowls
ionic : Tea cookies
ionic : Hanging casseroles
ionic : Cookware & Loaves

*Let’s to Bake Gacha by Serenity Style @ The Liaison Collaborative
Serenity Style- Keep in order boxes
Serenity Style- Baking Tools
Serenity Style- Saucepan
Serenity Style- Muffins Plate
Serenity Style- Flour Pack
Serenity Style- Milk bottle
Serenity Style- Baking Table RARE
Serenity Style- Milkmaid & Eggs RARE
Serenity Style-Sugar

Neva’s Antique Scales by Apple Fall
Kitchen Basics – Full Shelf RARE by Tres Blah
Kitchen Basics – Bakeware 1 by Tres Blah
Kitchen Basics – Coffee Pot 2 by Tres Blah
Shabby Kitchen Shelf by HIDEKI
HIDEKI – Shabby Closet by HIDEKI
HIDEKI – Hallway Rug by HIDEKI
Ready to Bake – Spices & Flavorings by *Second Spaces*
THB – Wooden Spoons by [PM]Pixel Mode
THB – Wisk 1 by [PM]Pixel Mode
Cotton Bowl by PLAAKA
The Arcade Love Curtain Pane Mod Trans 2 by Scarlet Creative
Licking Red Cat *GIFT* by ..::THOR::..

Pose: Lotus Pose by Kirin

Out with the old, in with the new…. Happy New Year!!!

On December 31, 2016 By AlexaIn Events, Furniture, Gacha, Home, Landscaping8 Comments

Well I close this year with this last picture saying goodbye to the old and hello to the new year. While my avatar looks like she might be in a state of reminiscing I can assure you she is not. I’m glad to see the back of this year that was filled with so much uncertainty, turmoil and craziness in the world and in so many of our personal lives as well. There were good moments and for those I am thankful and grateful for and as for the rest that were not I say good riddance.

I also decided last night that there is no time like the present to do what I need to do like organize my inventory, so as of today’s post I will be on a blogging break for a week. I don’t know how much I will get accomplished in that amount of time — hopefully with effort make a big enough dent to allow room for the new.

With that said I want to thank you all again for your readership, support and kind friendship throughout this year even if we have never run into each other in-world or met beyond the words and pictures we share in our blogs. May you have a safe and fun New Year!!

See you in 2017!!

Credits:
Wearing the Basics
Hair: Ky by pr!tty
Coat – Snow Neutral – Lara by Neve
*Calyssa for Maitreya Lara by N-core {Group Gift}

Scene:
*Art_Deco_Marquee Rare & Letters by 7mad;Ravens @ The Fantasy Collective
Puffy Grass [Frozen] by *alirium*
Sirokare-kusa-kawabe mesh-6m6m by Poche

Pose: Ground Sits/Pose 6 by Kirin

It’s better than being cooped up inside the house

On September 26, 2016 By AlexaIn Events, Fashion, Furniture, Home, Landscaping, ToddleeDoo2 Comments

It’s been a while since I’ve brought the little one out and this weekend past was a lazy kind at my house so I had time to indulge. She’s participating in the PENUMBRA Autumn/Winter 2016 Fashion Week so you’ll see her a little more around the middle of next month.

Today she’s wearing a cute outfit by Buglets that is currently available at Color Me Cute. There are 4 options to choose from and each comes with 2 dress options & a HUD with 12 shirt options.

I’m also showing this cute car by Mushilu that comes adorned with flying leaves and with poses. You can find it at Tres Chic in several colors.

Have a great Monday!

Credits:
*TD Ginny Outfit by ~*Buglets*~ @ Color Me Cute
Hair: 83 (Brown) by Barberyumyum
Blackbottom Socks Dark by Cannibelle {Store closed}

Pose Elephant Pose by Kirin

Scene:
*Green Car w/ Leaves by Mushilu (In My Cloud) @ Tres Chic
Chickens by D-Lab
Quaint Shack Rare by Hive {from Nanna’s Natter Gacha}
Beech Forest Autumn Trees by 3D Trees
Golden Shower Tree by 3D Trees
Forest Grass by 3D Trees
Magnolia Leaf Wreath by Apple Fall @ The Liaison Collaborative
Pumpkins :: Large 1 & 2 by JIAN
Musquee de Provence Pumpkins by Apple Fall @ The Liaison Collaborative
Fall Harvest Wheelbarrow by {what next} @ Collabor88
Autumn Picture Shelf by {what next}
Extra Buckets by Hive {from Nanna’s Natter Gacha}
Red Rider Bicycle – Teal w Gold – Decor by Storax Tree

Por fin

On August 21, 2016 By AlexaIn Events, Fashion, Furniture, HomeLeave a comment

“It may have been in bits and pieces, but I gave you the best of me.” ~ Jim Morrison

Credits:
*Hair: Carley by enVOGUE
*Top: Sabine Top [Maitreya] by Zibska @ Fetish Fair 2016
*Shorts: Hotpants – White by The Annex @ On9
*Shoes: Hollyhock by Empire @ Whimsical

Pose: Ground Sits / Pose 6 by Kirin

Scene:
*Magazine Rack – Walnut by ChiC buildings @ On9
*Curved Lamp – Walnut by ChiC buildings @ On9
*Bidikx – 01 by [BDKX] @ On9
*The Loveseat Bed Slate by Hive
*”Va Voom” Area Rug – Damask – Silver Grey by [CIRCA] @ Genre
*”Va Voom” Area Rug – Damask – Black by [CIRCA] @ Genre
Lucia Potted Olive Tree by {what next} @ Collabor88
Vintage Fan – Ivory by {what next}
Super long Hanging Hedera by Soy
Mesh Blinds Wide Long – Teak by LISP
Hanging Candle v2 / Bronze by Floorplan @ Collabor88
PC Desktop by Hideki
Wicker Bentwood Chair by Apple Fall
Building the Apartment by Hideki
Lilo’s Pineapple Lantern by Kalopsia
Maps Basket by Pilot
Maylee Skybox by Pilot
Happy Hour Tray by Dust Bunny @ Collabor88
Stacked Spell books by MudHoney
Hand-Rolled Smoking Decor by DIGS

Memories of you always make me smile

On December 10, 2015 By AlexaIn Events, General, Landscaping, LifeLeave a comment

Today I’m simply doing a tribute to my father to celebrate his birthday. It’s been 6 years since dad passed and more then ever I miss him terribly.

Dad loved old cars and would from time to time share a long ago memory of some vehicle he drove or owned. The belair was one of those vehicles so when I saw this version recently it was a given that I needed to get it. It’s about the right size as he liked big cars.

His other love was music and dad played the accordion from a young age up until his last days. I’ve showed this accordion on a previous post remembering my father and it just wouldn’t be right if I didn’t bring it back out to use as this was his passion. It’s not the same kind of model as his were always the button and not the piano variety.

That Texas marquee was another must have and no it’s not because all my exes live in Texas…well just one! My Dad who grew up in Texas would have chuckled at that as he was a bit of a jokester himself.

Today is a little hard for me not being close to home to take him flowers personally, but I know he wouldn’t want me to give it a second thought. Easier said then done.

Feliz Cumpleaños Papi!

I just know this is for me, I think

On July 23, 2015 By AlexaIn Events, Fashion, Furniture, Home, Landscaping, ToddleeDooLeave a comment

When I was a child me and my siblings used to love when my paternal grandmother would visit because often times she would bring with her those big vintage trunks full of stuff for us. The trunks would contain some gift for my dad, little knickknacks for my mom and clothes and toys for us. Even when she wasn’t visiting she would always send us these big packages in the mail that always included something for us. We loved her surprises.

These new mailboxes by BoOgErS were the kind we used to have when I was growing up and remind me of that long ago happy memory. Speaking of these mail boxes, they are no ordinary kind. The mail boxes and gate make sounds when you click to open them, giving you or anyone who touches them a little fun. They are currently available at the new round of Shiny Shabby that just started so you have plenty of time to go grab your own.

I didn’t do these shrubs very much justice in the picture today, though will plan on featuring them again soon. They are a new item by Jian and come in sizes small to tall and also a hedge, including their hud system of being able to change the season. You can find them at the main store.

A while back Dust Bunny had a fabulous sale at their store, where everything was basically just fifty lindens. I was familiar with the store from the various gachas they participated in, though rarely if at all gone to the main store. I instantly fell in love with these gable townhouses, because they also brought a long ago memory to mind of the “Rainbow Row” of historic houses in Charleston, South Carolina. If you haven’t been it’s a great city to visit, and this is just one of the main tourist attractions to visit.

It’s time to go open my package!

Credits:
Hair – [Love Soul] – Hair *148* Jet Black
Complete Outfit – {Petite Bowtique} – Bryn Shortalls Red

Scene:
*Picket Fence & Metal Mailboxes – BoOgErS @ Shiny Shabby
The Gable Townhouses – Dust Bunny
*Boxwood Shrubs – Jian
Real Grass *Green Meadow* White Flowers – KIDD Creation
Wild Flowers – [We’re Closed]
Flower Buckets {From June 2015 Arcade} – Junk
Fan Mail Stack – Plethora
Assorted Mail – Sari-Sari
Basset Hound – Just Animals
Wrapped Package (Pink) – Jumpin Jacks

Pose: Hanami by Kirin

*Review copy

Looking beyond what was in front.

On June 6, 2015 By AlexaIn Events, FashionLeave a comment

I didn’t feel that I gave these olive trees a proper showing the other day with the picture I took being misty and foggy that it hid the texture and look of the trees. Plus I wanted to show the other version of the tree that includes the hanging leave wreaths.

I’m in one of these fussy periods that I can’t seem to settle on anything that I put together. That kind of moment when everything you try on just isn’t right or you decorate a whole room and then don’t like it and you tear it all down. It was that feeling of restlessness that lead me to do something differently when I was in-world last night. Instead of the usual organizing some picture for a future blog post I hit the music scene on the grid. I am not sure if that made the mood even worse.

How oddly it felt to be surrounded by other people and feeling almost like I didn’t belong in that scene. You may wonder what about when I shop at events. I confess to taking advantage of that trick of derender everyone on radar so that I can move around a bit easier. I’m prone to get into my invisible alpha and then cam once I figure out the layout. I hopped around a bit trying to find music that would entice me enough to stay, but after not finding much comfort there I ended up logging and going to bed. It’s made me reflect how out of touch it felt and whether I have isolated myself so much with just doing nothing other than blogging and having the occasional odd chats here and there with my SL family that going out to socialize now feels odd. I’m hoping it’s just a passing moment caused by the stress factors outside of this platform.

Credits:
Hair – Olive – The Sweetpea Hair @ The Arcade
Green Headband – Little Branch @ FaMESHed
Bra – FDD Stories – Deidra Bra Rare @ The Secret Affair
Corset – FDD Stories – Deidra Corset UltraRare @ The Secret Affair

Scene:
Olive Tree {with leaves bands} & Olive Tree – Little Branch @ FaMESHed
Fluffy Grass V1 – Garden of Dreams
Doberman Standing – Just Animals

Pose: Hera Set by Kirin

*Review copy.

Come back kitty.

On March 27, 2015 By AlexaIn Events, Home2 Comments

This is what kids do… don’t they?

Credits:
Hair – Love Soul – Hair *148* Jet Black
*Complete Outfit – GPDKIDS – The Good Witch @ All The Little Things **Starts April 5th***
– Outfit comes with backpack, hat (on cat), shoes, wand and necklace.

Scene:
Baby Duck Toy, Mr. Spring Toy – NOMAD @ The Arcade
Raincloud Light & Kicked Rug – Tarte @ The Arcade
Toy Chest, Yo-yo & Duckies – BoOgErS @ The Arcade
Delilah Chair Pink – Dust Bunny @ The Arcade
Plushie Pals: Flight the Dragonfly Rare, Axel the Ant, Chester the Cricket, Marty the Fly, Wigglesworth the Worm – Intrigue Co. @ The Arcade
Start of Fame/Best Daughter – Commoner @ The Arcade
Kitty Computer – Dust Bunny @ Kawaii Project
Round Desk White – Dust Bunny @ Kawaii Project
Fairy Curtain –+Half-Deer+
Black Cat – Tidbits {old store gift}

Pose: Cute Summer Set by Kirin

*Review copy.

Nothing says home like the smell of baking.

On January 25, 2015 By AlexaIn Events, General, Home2 Comments

~ A messy kitchen is a sign of happiness. ~

I survived the birthday party yesterday, well at least 2.5 hours of it. Thankfully, it was held outdoors even if it meant bearing the cold wind. I was wearing my leather jacket that rarely gets used so that kept me somewhat comfy. Instead of what I would call more substance they had an assortment of crackers, hams, fruits and cheese to eat and one of my favorite wines moscato. Just for that you could say it wasn’t so bad after all. There was no traditional birthday cake. In it’s place was this huge cookie cake that seems to be more popular these days that had gobs of chocolate chips in it. I took a sliver of it just to taste.

Now here I am baking up a storm in Second Life. Shhh… I really got them yesterday at the pre-tasting of the Atelier Kreslo’s Farewell Bake Sale that opened today. I am only showing a few of the goodies you can find at the bake sale. While these cakes look absolutely yummy, personally I am more likely to take a serving or two of the creme brulee.

Credits:
Hair – Truth – Hollana
Top – The Little Bat – Say It Tank
Shorts – Erratic – Briony Black
Flour Tattoo – {Kindred}
Oven Glove – Fai Da Te

Scene:
Kitchen Set – LAQ Decor
Tall Birthday Cake – Pilot @ Atelier Kreslo’s Farewell Bake Sale
Roz’s Choco-Cherry OmgFrosting Cake – Olive @ Atelier Kreslo’s Farewell Bake Sale
Zen’s Famous Berry Cookies Pink & Blue Tin – BoOgErS @ Atelier Kreslo’s Farewell Bake Sale
Creme Brulee – [RazzBerry Inc.] @ Atelier Kreslo’s Farewell Bake Sale
Strawberry Tart – [RazzBerry Inc.] @ Atelier Kreslo’s Farewell Bake Sale
Pizza’s Bubbly Bread Loaf – Pizza’s @ Atelier Kreslo’s Farewell Bake Sale
Tala Laval’s Sour Cherry Pie – Lost Junction @ Atelier Kreslo’s Farewell Bake Sale
Vita Kitchen Cook Books – [ARIA]
Grinder – Dust Bunny @ The Season’s Story
Teapot – Dust Bunny @ The Season’s Story
Bags of Flour – Apple Fall
Laurel Cottage Herbs – {what next}
Aloe Pot Mini – The Loft
Blender – Dust Bunny @ The Season’s Story
Hanging Bamboo Herbs – Organica
Spice Bottles Rack – Kopi
Granny’s Winter Cottage Baking Set – 8f8 {Dec. 2014 Arcade}
Dough Bowl – Dreamland Designs
Kitchen Bowl Set – Dreamland Designs

Pose – Day Dreamer Pose Set by Kirin {Slightly modified with Animare HUD}

Bits & Pieces of My SL

Tag: Kirin