There is purpose in a season of waiting…

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We were having another cold spell where temperatures dropped into the chilly 30 plus degrees last night and it made me sort of lazy to jump into Second Life even though it was my 6th Rez Day. Instead I snuggled under covers and read.  This meant I didn’t take any photos to blog and then when I attempted to log in today I found that they were doing maintenance so login was disabled for some.

In short, I finally made it in-world to put this scene together, process the photos and mark down credits, which I am leaving you to peruse as it’s close to dinner time.

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Credits:
*Hair: Isla Mesh Hair by Wasabi Pills @ FaMESHed
*Lya Slip Dress-Nude-Maitreya by Baiastice @ The Liaison Collaborative
*Morgan Leather Bracelet – Beyond by EarthStones @ The Liaison Collaborative
*Boots: Saponaria – Maitreya by EMPIRE @ The Chapter Four

Scene:
*Tuscany Table & Chairs Set by Bixty @ The Liaison Collaborative
-Bixty Tuscany Table
-Bixty Tuscany Cheese Wine & Bread
-Bixty Tuscany Chair
*Exclusive Decor Items by StoraxTree @ Totally Top Shelf
-Twine Wrapped Candle Fd
-Dangling Pearls Wall Clock Aa
-Burlap Bow Forest Bg
-Burlap Bow Forest Ag
-Restored Antique Porter’s Chair A4
*Pendant Light – Triangle by {e}lusive Designs @ The Liaison Collaborative
*Shadowbox by Birch @ The Liaison Collaborative
*Carry Stool B_Grey by 7mad;Ravens @ Project Se7en
Mesh – Jacob Bookcase with books (2li version) – Beech by LISP
Cabaret- Princess Puss – Ginger by Birdy
Old Manufactory by Apple Fall

Outside:
*Oak Wood {Seasons} by Little Branch @ The Men’s Department
*Wild Sassafras.v2 {4 Seasons} by  Little Branch @ FaMESHed
Sirokare-kusa-kawabe mesh-6m6m by Poche

Pose: Mona Lisa by Del May

I will always remember you

Circa 09

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}

Loft Living

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I became familiar with DaD Designs through their landscape creations and now being reintroduced again through their newest creation of the Tuscany Loft.   The loft at a footage of 24 x 30 is 100% original mesh and only a 40 land impact.  It’s beautifully textured and quite spacious and can be purchased at 20% off while at the Cosmopolitan Room.  It’s quite a bargain for only $390 lindens.

I’ve decorated using items already in my inventory and provided all the details below.

Credits:
*Tuscany Loft – DaD Design @ The Cosmopolitan Room
Du Macaron – Citron – Scarlet Creative
Ruffled Rug – Apple Fall
Stature Fireplace Rare – Apple Fall
Diamond Rug – Junk
Antique Clock Faces – Sari-Sari
With Love Mix & With Love Pile – Zigana
Vintage Birdcage – Willow Home
Burlap Basket, Baby Breath In a Tin – Imoken Neox {Flux Sur Mer opening gifts}
Little Flower Shelf – Dysfunctional Designs
Carriage Sofa {June 2014 Arcade} – Scarlet Creative
Benson Mirrors – MudHoney
Vintage Plant Stand Rose Bush Yellow – StoraxTree
Superlong Potted Cactus – Soy
Operator’s Chair Light – Junk {new store opening gift}
Easel w/ Two Frames – Soy {past hunt gift}
Antique Frame Natural & White – Picnic
Hanging Flower Pots {June 2015 Arcade} – Dust Bunny
Floor Clock {June 2015 Arcade} – Junk
Basket Table – Dust Bunny {modified}
Single Amelie Sofa {March 2015 Sofa} – Scarlet Creative
Melting Horse Statue – Kalopsia
Artist Desk & Table {June 2015 Arcade} – Scarlet Creative
Granny’s Winter Cottage Carpet {Dec. 2014 Arcade} – 8f8
Elderflower Cordial – Apple Fall
Lemon Whip Drizzle Cake – Apple Fall {past group gift}
Piano Plant – Kalopsia

*Review copy

The Saxton Bedroom

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Romp is back again with a new round of adult items.  Jian is participating with the Saxton bedroom set, that includes bed, dresser and his and her nightstands or just plain selections.  It’s such a great set with an abundance of texture change options for the wood and all the bedding.. pillows, sheets and blanket.  Romp is an adult theme event, so this bed comes with over 70 animations for singles, couples and even a bit more than just that.. lets say a few kinky surprises in the bed and dresser.   All this at a 20% discount off from the normal price, so don’t miss this sale.

Credits:
*Saxton Bedroom Set – Jian @ Romp
{Bed, Dresser and His & Hers Nightstands}
Classic Atrium White Rare – RageWorks {June 2015 Arcade}
Wrought Iron Wall Decor – Fetch
Estate Persian Rug20 – StoraxTree
Jolie-Golden Hand, Vintage Bottle, Lotions, Makeup Clutter & Chic Perfume – Tres Blah {June 2015 Arcade}
Devon Deco Slippers – [ARIA]

*Review copy

Stay calm…

Shopping w Sydney

…and go shopping.

Credits:

Alexa:
Hair – Truth – Malibu in Black @ Uber
Top – Tee*fy – Basic Knot T-Shirt White
Skirt – {amiable} – Tea Length Skirt
Flip Flops – [L.Warwick] – Flup-Flops Pearl @ Uber
Sydney:
Hair – Magika – Paisley in Black {Retirement Sale – only $35L}
Outfit – Petite Bebe – Vintage Outfit Yellow @ Woodlands Treasure
Socks – BABY – Florina Socks {Part of Florina Dress Outfit}
Bear – Boogers – Wear-A-Bear Yellow {June 2014 Arcade}

Poses – Adorkable Poses – Gacha Shopping Spree {March 2013 Arcade}

Scene:
Cab – StoraxTree – Whimsy Cab {Around The Grid Hunt Gift – $1L}
Trees, Dirt Road, Grass, Rocks & Shrubs – Happy Mood
Grass Patch – [TUFF]
Flamingos – !Ohmai
Wagon Bike – XIAJ
Cuddle Rowboat & All Directions Sign – Epia {June 2014 Arcade}

Location: Our Home

Lesson 46/S is for…(challenge)

S Challenge

I don’t often like to post twice, though I really do want to catch up on items and today I am motivated. I’m making progress with my real life work and taking breaks does help when you start to get bogged down in technical writing of policies.

Today the letter for the alphabet challenge is “S” and so I am not only featuring myself (joking), these horses and statue that were group gifts from Storaxtree and these trees that were part of 30L Saturday this week {still can get today} from Sweet Revolutions.  The desk and stool are from Ionic gacha items at The Chapter Four event this month.  I thought it would portray the lesson for this week of creating a plan of action of actions for goals you want to achieve in the next twelve months. The pose in the chair is called “inspired” which I thought was appropriate.

© The Best Year of Your Life by Debbie Ford

Lesson 46:  Create a Plan of Action!

Lots of people have hopes, dreams, wishes, and fantasies about how they’d like their lives to be, but few have translated their desires into clearly defined goals. It’s time to review your goals and create a plan of action for their fulfillment.

For a goal to be effective, it has to meet a few basic criteria:

First, it must be specific. You must state what you want in a way that’s clear, concise, and easily understandable.

Second, it must be measurable. You must quantify your goal so there’s no mistake about whether or not you’ve achieved it.

Third, your goal must be set up within a particular time line. When will you start, and by when will your goal be achieved?

Your assignment this week is to set one goal for yourself that will give you the greatest sense of having lived an extraordinary year, then create a plan of action for its fulfillment.

Your Self-Love Assignment

Close your eyes and ask yourself, “What goal could I achieve within the next 12 months that would leave me feeling inspired by myself and excited about my life?”

Now that you’ve identified your goal, answer the following questions and you will have created a plan of action that, if followed, will lead you to its fulfillment.

  • What is the measurable result I want to achieve?
  • How will I know when it’s accomplished?
  • What is the time frame in which I will accomplish it?
  • What three actions can I take this week that will move me toward the fulfillment of this goal?

Self-Love Points Earned

Give yourself 100 points for creating your plan of action, and another 100 points for taking actions this week to move you toward your goals.

Credits:

Hair – Argrace – Sakura Black {Subscriber Gift}
Top – Mutresse – Nadya Tank Top w/ Color HUD @ FaMESHed
Shorts – Mutresse – Guzla Shorts w/ Color HUD @ FaMESHed

Trees – Sweet Revolutions – Cherry Blossom White Arch Way @ 30L Saturday
Grass – Amfora Garden Center – Mixed Grasses 2 Sculpted Meadow
Horses – StoraxTree – Equine Springtime Sniff {Black, Brown & Grey Exclusive}
Statue – StoraxTree – Spring Angel Statuary Exclusive
Desk & Stool – Ionic – “Como Te Va” Gacha @ The Chapter Four