A Time To Be Thankful

When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others. Dalai Lama

I am incredibly thankful for a lot of things this year. One, I’m thankful that I’m here. I was watching a show called Lost Girl. There’s a line from a character who talks about how having life is so special. You have memories good, bad, and everything in between, but you have them. You have a chance to make them, no matter what you’re going through. No matter your hardship. You are living. I am living and that in itself is something to be grateful for. That one line changed me. Of course, I didn’t write the line word for word. it is paraphrased. It is definitely food for thought.

Then, I came across this quote. You open a door for someone. They respond with the common thank you. It is a sign of appreciation and respect in the act itself. It is the recognition of kindness being noticed. Showing others that they are thought of.. and appreciated is so incredibly special. Then you have the recognition of what someone else is doing for you. It’s always always always important to show others gratitude. It’s important to let them know that any act of kindness no matter how big or small is appreciated. It’s something that maybe is lacking–our outward appreciation of the positive actions done to us by others.

It’s Thanksgiving here. And I love reminding myself to tell people what they mean to me. It’s a practice that has given me a lot of meaning. It softens the soul, knowing that others care for each other. We are all meaningful and we are all important to others–even strangers. I rely a lot on strangers, family, and friends. There is no way that I couldn’t have all those people on my mind. Sometimes the people who have helped me the most in the last year has been complete strangers in my real life. People helping me into wheel chairs, opening doors, and helping me in any way they can. I’ve been helped by medical staff. I’ve been helped by friends who visit to raise my spirits. Even inworld, I see that same kindness. So I try to practice gratitude as often as I can. This year has definitely taught me that people help and aid others, even when they themselves are struggling and sometimes I am never aware of those struggles. I had a cancer patient open a door for me. There was no way that I could help her, other than show her my appreciation. The only thing she asked of me was to pay it forward to others. And I have every intention to do so.

So in the spirit of gratitude, I want to thank the designers and creators who work so incredibly hard to create these beautiful items featured in this photo. I want to start off with this fantastic dress. I can not gush enough about this dress. I love it… I really do. I think this may be one of my favorite dresses. I plan on wearing this again quite a bit. It’s just gorgeous and the detail is beautifully done. You can find it at Equal10 by Eliavah and it’s called Serenade. My hair is from SINTIKLIA and called Gigi, which is available at collabor88. You’ll have to hurry though, because before you know it.. the next round will begin. My flower crown is by Lode and it’s called Lilu, and you can find it at this latest round of the chapter four. Ali (the blond) is wearing the same flower crown, but in a different color, She is also wearing a top from moon elixir and it’s called night bloom, which is available at this months romp. It’s a really cute set with options to color the straps and remove the pom poms. Ali’s hair is from Rama and you can find it at Equal 10. There are some really great events and sales going on with black friday and a lot of them have already started. So get out there and bring a friend. Let the shopping begin.

If you liked any of the above items, please check out my credits below.

Be kind to one another and show your thanks this holiday season. Happy Thanksgiving ♥♥♥

Cheers,

Violet XOXO

Credits.

Hair–SINTIKLIA–Gigi by Sintiklia (sintikliasims)–Collabor88 November 2018
Flower crown–LODE–Lilu Wreath by Chirzaka RV (chirzaka.vlodovic)–Chapter four November 2018
Dress–Eliavah–Serenade dress–by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–Equal10 November 2018
Fox–jian–held red fox by JIAN (jiansl)–mainstore

Ali (the blond)

Hair–Rama–avril by Katarina Monk–Equal10 November 2018
Bra–Moon Elixir –Night bloom by ElixirBlack–Romp November 2018
hair crown–LODE–Lilu Wreath by Chirzaka RV (chirzaka.vlodovic)–Chapter four November 2018
lower part of the body.. dear half–Tentacio and {Psychio-Byts} by ƪιƪ ϻοמšҭёѓ (psikotik.gothly) and May Tolsen–old gacha item on mp

Decor

Sheep with flower in mouth–Black Bantam–baby lamp pose 6 by Stasey Olle–kustom9 November 2018
Sheep to the left–fawny–Dolly the sheep by Stephen (akirakiyoi)–old gacha item
Turkey–Jian–Turkey Collection by JIAN (jiansl)–mainstore
Faun–Jian–fallow faun by JIAN (jiansl)
fountain–HEXtraordinary –The faun fountain by Corwin Lacourte–mainstore
Grass–HPMD–wild grasses by Sasaya (sasaya.kayo)–mainstore

Towards the Light

 

 

Keep your face always toward the sunshine – and shadows will fall behind you. Walt Whitman

This past weekend, I had some time to read some poetry. I wanted to read some Walt Whitman and came across this quote. It really spoke to me. I think focusing on the positive and leaving behind the negative helps to guide us to a better place. Sometimes we all need those little reminders (especially around the holidays). It’s easy to focus on the chaos of having a ton of people around or even the past with those people. But it’s important to focus on the moment… the ability to have a meal with people that you’re close with. As you can imagine, I have thanksgiving on my mind. So my pictures may reflect that a little bit, like this one–a nice sunny autumn day. They are always a welcome break from the cold gray winter days, and it’s important to focus on those sunny moments too, rather than take them for granted.

As you can see, I’m a bit reflective. It is the month to reflect and be thankful for all the good things that surround you. There is good in the world, even on the darkest of days. But we have to always look towards the light to let it guide us. Maybe it’s the sunshine that breaking through my window, after a month of rain. I feel pretty good about that sunshine.

Because I am a bit happy, I wanted to capture a joyful and restful picture. I really love this outfit. Honestly, if I could wear this in real life, I would. It’s just that good. It’s so cute. To make this wonderful outfit, you only need to head over to Collabor88 and Anybody. You’ll have to hurry though, because the Anybody event is about to close. My shirt is from Tetra, my jeans are from JustBecause, and my hair is from lamb, which can all be found at Collabor88. My makeup is from Euphoric, which you can find at the AnyBody event. I want to take a brief second to talk about makeup. I have always loved the makeup from Euphoric, so I was thrilled to see that they are making makeup applier for the Genus head. Makeup is not just an sl passion of mine. It really carries over into all worlds. So I love that there are options becoming available for the genus’s head.

If you like any of the items pictured above, please check out my credits below. Also this photo was taken at Elysion. It’s a beautiful sim…and also why there is no furniture included in the credits below.

Please be safe this holiday weekend and enjoy being with loved ones–and some good food.As always, Be Kind To One Another.

Cheers,

Violet xoxo

credits

Hair–Lamb–bliss by Lamb Bellic–collabor88 November 2018
Shirt–Tetra–Sabrina blouse by NataPorolo–collabor88 November 2018
Jeans–JustBecause –Wilma Jeans by Annie Melson–Collabor88 November 2018
Eyeshadow–Euphoric –Ajda Eyeshadow by demi Placebo–AnyBody November 2018
Lipstick–Euphoric –Asia lipstick applier by demi Placebo–AnyBody November 2018–For Genus’s head.

Lazy Morning

 

 

Nature gives to every time and season some beauties of its own; and from morning to night, as from the cradle to the grave, it is but a succession of changes so gentle and easy that we can scarcely mark their progress. Charles Dickens

I’ve been quiet lately. And I’m a little late blogging this post. But, I had some living to do. It’s important to remember to enjoy moments and taking them in. Today is a snow filled lazy day. So here I am blogging away and enjoying the picturesque ambiance of silence in the snow. I generally hate snow, but I’ll take my lazy day. So like my day, my picture captures a quiet hopeful morning with breakfast in bed. Of course, I could never create such a picture without the help of designers and their amazing creations.

I’m going to jump right into the thick of it and talk about all those lovely events. Collabor88, Uber, Fameshed, and equal10 are all featured in this lovely picture. My hair is from doux which can be found at equal 10. My shirt came from Uber. My boots are from Uber and by Utopia@Design. The bed, 8 tracks, furniture, food items, and dishes are from collabor88. There are also a few food items from Uber as well. My skirt is from collabor88. The nightstand is from Fameshed. I would go into everyone of these items in detail, but real life is sneaking up on me. BUT, you can find all the lovely details for these items in my credits section, down below.

Generally, my blogs are a little longer, but I have been dealing with lack of sleep. So my pillow beckons me for a nap. BUT, I do like to add a moral or something important in my blogs. With Thanksgiving coming up around the corner, I wanted to again emphasize the importance of enjoying life. Family can be crazy. Friends can be difficult sometimes. BUT, these people in life are so important. It’s important to take a moment and enjoy the season… find something to be thankful for and cherish it. Every season has its beauty. Don’t let it pass you by.

Be kind to one another,

Cheers,

Violet XOXO

Credits

Boots–Utopia@Design–Noemi by Elisabetta Hyun–Uber October 2018
Hair–Doux–Lilly–by Dᴀᴠɪᴅ Cᴏᴏᴘᴇʀ (dam1710)–Equal 10 November 2018
Skirt–Jeune by Rowne –Khloe Leather Mini by Justice (justice.topaz)–Collabor88 November 2018
Blouse–JustBECAUSE –Ursala Blouse by Annie Melson–Uber October 2018
Hat–LaGyo –Verushka Hat by LaGyo (gyorgyna.larnia)–Collabor88 November 2018
Ring–LaGyo –Veruschka ring by LaGyo (gyorgyna.larnia)–Collabor88 November 2018
Earrings–LaGyo -Veruschka Tassel Earrings by LaGyo (gyorgyna.larnia)–Collabor88 2018

Lamp–Random Matter –Swag Lamp by 슬기 sᴇᴜʟɢɪ (nikohl.hax)–Collabor88 November 2018
Kettle–Vespertine –Cosy Enamel Kettle by dead inside (amelie.knelstrom)–Collabor88 November 2018
Pumpkin Pie Slice–Vespertine –Slice of leafy pumpkin pie by dead inside (amelie.knelstrom)–Collabor88 2018
Soup–Dust Bunny –Homemade Soup , mug of soup–by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)–Uber October 2018
Breakfast table–What Next –Wintertime Sled Server by Winter Thorn–Fifty Linden Friday Nov. 8th 2018
bedside table–DaD–Victoria Besides table by sheerpetal Roussel–Fameshed November 1st 2018
Bed–DaD–Phoenix bed–by sheerpetal Roussel—Collabor88 November 2018
8 Track Player–Second spaces–Flashback 8 track by Elle Kirshner–Collabor88 November 2018
8 track tapes–Second Spaces –Flashback 8 tracks tapes by Elle Kirshner–Collabor88 November 2018
Fruit Plate–Vespertine –autumn fruit platter by dead inside (amelie.knelstrom)–collabor88 November 2018
Tea cup–DaD–Victoria cup of tea decor by sheerpetal Roussel–fameshed November 2018

R&R

 

 

 

 

 

Intelligence is the wife, imagination is the mistress, memory is the servant. Victor Hugo

I’ve been putting off this blog post for a little while. This past week has been stressful inworld for photographers, bloggers, and creators. Flickr is imposing new rules, turning out community upside down. There are some changes going on and I’d like to touch upon a few things.

Many residents are now switching to Instagram over Flickr. Last week, Flickr announced a cap of a 1,000 pictures on free accounts. Residents are now expected to label pictures as screen shots as well, meaning that groups need to change their settings to allow screenshots. And if you link pictures to any form of business, you must be pro to do so, which leads me to my next topic. Many bloggers link their pictures to events inworld, which deals with an exchange of funds. So to be safe, I paid for pro. Other bloggers should consider going pro or to instagram.

As soon as I heard of the changes, I sought out my fellow bloggers, creators, and photographers. Many of them have decided to create accounts on Instagram. I am also now there as well. I am also contemplating starting a tumblr blog as an extension to my blog.

Many may not realize it.. but.. Instagram has very strict rules about nudity and depictions of sex…as well as sex itself. I would highly suggest that residents use Tumblr, if you’re a blogger, photographer, or creator who creates things of the X rated nature, then tumblr is a good option to display such works. I don’t always just  blog pg and g rated material and will let my followers know of any addition to social media platforms to display my work. But for the time being, you can find me on Flickr and Instagram.

In time, things will calm down a bit. Life will return to normal. But for now, we’re all experiencing some changes. It will take time. I want to remind everyone that humor is helpful in those stressful moments.. and… well chocolate.

Normally, I would have blogged Uber by now, but setting up an Instagram account took some getting use to. I know excuses..excuses. But I’m here now!! I swear! And I’m getting into the swing of things once again.

To relieve some stress, I headed over to Uber and Fameshed. A lot of my decor was purchased from both of these events. My entire outfit is from Uber. I saw this wonderful corseted dress by Junbug at Uber. I also found this great eyeshadow by Veechi and hair from Lamb. My boots are also available at Uber. They’re made by Reign. Foxwood created this really great set of furniture. I very rarely buy fatpacks for furniture, but I did pick up the fatpack. It is fast becoming some of my favorite pieces this fall season. I headed over to Fameshed and found the weathered chair, sconce and coat rack from DRD. Before I forget, I also bought a wine cart from peaches and the mirror by Sayo, both are available at uber. Last but not least, the skybox is from Semipiternal. I knew that this skybox was perfect for my dark inspired after sexy Halloween picture.

Most times, I take very clean pictures, but I do enjoy taking pictures of a naughtier nature at times. I love this outfit. It makes me feel soft, yet sexy and bold. I think there is nothing better than being able to express oneself. I’ve seen many people discuss nudity and sex in second life. I don’t shy away from it, yet I embrace it. I walk a very fine line.

Speaking of walking that fine line of sex and nudity. This really hawt pose is by Cuca Designs. You can find this great pose at her mainstore. It’s located on the second floor. I’ve always enjoyed taking femdom inspired pictures. I like the idea of being a woman who is strong and powerful. It’s reclaiming sexuality and strength with no apologies. So often women shy away from their inner goddess within. I don’t believe in hiding it. I never will. So I will let my pictures serve as its own mistress, dancing with my imagination. I’ll capture the moment and let my memory serve to preserve the past.

In closing, I want to say that no matter what you struggle with in any world, you are much stronger than you think This past week has tested me in every possible way. Sometimes the best way to deal with struggle is taking a moment for yourself and doing something that you enjoy. I was reminded this week the importance of taking time for myself, planning visits with friends in that other realms that we call real life.  I hope that if you notice the signs of feeling overly stressed, that you take a moment for yourself. I highly recommend Lost Girl on Netflix and Sabrina.. those were my poisons of choice this past week. Okay enough of that, enjoy shopping and bring a friend along.

As always, be kind to one another.

Cheers,

Violet XOXO

Credits

Necklaces-Yummy–Auspicious–by Polyester Partridge–Uber October 2018
Jewelry on the hands–Real Evil –Pethra Bracelets by RealEvil (crashnoww)–Uber October 2018
Nipple cover–Ama.–Rose Nipple Shields by Amadeo Dubratt-Finesmith (amadeo.dubratt)–mainstore
Hair–Lamb –Dove– by Lamb Bellic–Uber October 2018
Boots–Reign –Dem Boots by KENADEE REIGN (kenadeecole)–Uber October 2018
Corset–Junbug–Sweet Harlet by Juno Mantel–Uber October 2018

eyeshadow–veechi–Vixen shadow by Aiubrey Snoodle–Uber October 2018
Decor
Coat and umbrella Stand–DRD–November Corridor Hall Tree by DRD (deathrowdesigns)–FaMeshed November 2018
Chair–DRD–November Corridor Armchair by DRD (deathrowdesigns)–FaMeshed October 2018
Shelf–Foxwood–The Artist Shelf by Dani (nina.helix)–Uber October 2018
Mirror–Sayo–Medusa Mirror Ivory by Kayami Osakki (kaysha.piers)–Uber October 2018
Wine Cart–Peaches–Lech Lecha wine Cart Rustic by lα peтιтe peαcн (imaginerabbits)–Uber October 2018
Skybox–Semipiternal —Stone Eden–by joseph domínguez (max1ma)—FaMeshed November 2018

Pose–Cuca designs –Sitting pretty Bento Pose by Cuore Capalini Carillon (cuore.capalini)–mainstore release

 

 

Male Model

shirt–S&P–Ethan Tank–By Salt (xxsaltandpepperxx)–mainstore
Jeans–Ascend–Mikol jeans by AscendFashion–mainstore
Shoes–Gutchi –Estelar Sneakers by Nicolas Heringer (00xredatackx00)–mainstore