There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved. George Sand

I hope everyone had a great first day of summer, first and foremost!!! This year seems to blazing by in a flash. I am loving the journey of blogging. This photo up above has been a photo that I wanted to take for the longest time, but I waited for the perfect dress and accessories (just like in real life). I wanted everything to be perfect and I wanted it to be like how I envisioned. Also I want to put out there… NO I am not getting partnered. This is just a photo for the beauty and fun of it.

I’m still continuing with my series of tarot card inspired blog posts. This post is inspired by The Empress card. I looked through all the other major arcana cards and I knew this card would be perfect for this photo. It’s the card of femininity. “She is also sometimes seen as delighting us with flowers and fruit. A potentially terrifying aspect of this archetype manifests itself whenever karmic mood swings wipe out our plans, like a storm that has come upon us.” I’ve gone through a lot of things that wiped out my plans, only to put me through a different and a necessary path. Those paths led me to a wedding dress and some flowers. Honestly, I chose this card to go with this picture because it screams femininity too.

Speaking about this dress, I won this dress from the arcade. You’ll have to hurry though, because the days are numbered for the arcade. I won it from the Dead Dollz gacha. I knew right away this dress would in fact be “the” dress for this photo. I’ve waited way too long to take it. But today was the day. And I am sort of glad that I did wait. There are so many great items at the arcade this round. I can’t gush about it enough. You’ll have to hurry though. The arcade won’t be around too much longer.

Finally, I have to talk about this pose. I bought this pose at the vintage fair from a friend and pose maker–Nantra. I have to give a huge shout out to Nantra poses. They are a great pose company. It doesn’t hurt that the owner is also extremely sweet. I’ve been friends with her for some time and I should have raved about her poses long ago. If you haven’t checked out her store, I highly recommend it. Again, this pose is from the vintage fair and called Follies. The original pose did come with an adjustable and removable prop and the couch of course. I have not altered this pose at all. I rezzed it and I took the prop off and added a bouquet. Then, I snapped this picture. It is truly incredibly when a pose creator makes a pose that you can take a picture of right away. This creator truly is creative and talented. Please check out her store and her poses at the vintage fair.

I hope everyone is having a really great first day of summer. I must be off for now, but stick around to catch my pride, summer fest blog.

Take care everyone… remember

Be Kind To One Another,

Cheers, Violet xoxo

Bouquet–LODE–Accessory Matthiola Bouquet by Chirzaka RV (chirzaka.vlodovic)–older gacha item
Choker–.aisling.–Karishma by Druunah Esharham—older gacha
Necklace–.aisling.–Karishma by Druunah Esharham—older gacha
Tears–.aisling.–Karishma by Druunah Esharham—older gacha
Tiara–.aisling.–Karishma by Druunah Esharham—older gacha
Veil–.aisling.–Karishma by Druunah Esharham—older gacha
Gown–Dead Dollz–Bridal Gown Rare– by Kiddo Oh–Arcade June 2018
Hair–Doux–Julie by Dᴀᴠɪᴅ Cᴏᴏᴘᴇʀ (dam1710)
Pose–Nantra–Follies by Nancoix Urquan–Vintage Fair 2018–soon to be in her mainstore.

Every parting is a form of death, as every reunion is a type of heaven. Tryon Edwards

I’ve been meaning to blog for a few days now, but I spent some time building this set and dealing with some real life health issues. BUT today is the day! I woke up to feeling as bright and sunny as this picture. So I knew it was time to edit this photo of myself and a friend of mine.

Because my time in second life is sometimes very chaotic, I always contemplate the time spent away and together with the people around me. When I came across this quote, I knew that it was perfect. It’s exactly how I feel. It’s always sad to have to spent time away, but it’s always such a joy to come together.

I was able to do a photo shoot with a good friend of mine Cuore. She owns a pose company called Cuca Designs. Her poses range from sweet couple poses to the naughtier side of things. I highly recommend her poses, if you enjoy taking those types of photos. She’s also a cool chick. Don’t cross her though. She has claws. I saw them and everything. Okay, okay, okay, okay, I didn’t see her claws, but she did tell me about them. If you’re interested in her poses, please check out Cuca Designs.

Moving along, I chose this particular scene, because I love the beach. I love the feeling of sand between my toes and the ocean sea breeze, sweeping through my hair. I’ve had so many fond real life memories of enjoying myself at the beach. I just had to create a photo, depicting fun in the sun. But you can’t go to the beach alone, you always have to bring a friend. It’s like a rule or something. Alright, it’s not a rule, but I always like having someone along for the ride. And my friend decided to come along with me. I’m really thankful for the time that we shared. Just like real life, I now have the memory of taking this wonderful picture.

Sometimes it’s really hard to move past things. And long ago, I had made a decision not to take pictures with other people in my blog. But sometimes, you change your mind or life changes your mind. In this case, it was my friends who changed my mind. You see this world can really bring joy to people in the simplest of ways. And who am I to deny someone a pleasant memory and a really good time? Or even to allow myself to have fun and make memories? I knew that taking this photo would do just that. Ultimately, I didn’t want my stubbornness to stop me from enjoying myself in this world.

Life can really make you want to hide away. We all go through things that effect us. And I won’t lie. My experiences have made me seek a hiding place. But you can’t hide forever. If you wear your heart on your sleeve, it can be even harder. I’ve gone through a lot in the last few months and I wanted to hide away. I didn’t want to talk to anyone. I didn’t want to interact with people in any world. It’s funny how life works though. When you don’t want that interaction, the universe will throw those opportunities at you–almost laughing while it does. In short, this picture means a lot to me.

Sometimes heart break can make you close yourself off. I’ve done it in all worlds. But I can’t do that…not now, especially now. When you go through rough things in any world, sometimes you need people around you. They help heal you. They mend the broken parts. Friends can do that for you. Pain does break me. But it didn’t break me that day. So today, I saw the sun.

In the major arcana, the sun card is an image of optimism and fulfilment, the dawn that follows the darkest night. Having struggled through the shadow sides you now know yourself and know where you are heading, and the sun illuminates your path. My personal deck has a picture of a child naked. He’s free with nothing to hide. And neither do I… So I will speak of the darkest nights of pain or the burden it places on me. But the sun does shine, after the hardest days. Second life helps me to see the sun with a friend, even if I don’t get to go to the beach this summer. In a way, I already did. And I even had great company too.

On that note, I really want to thank a specific designer who reached out to me. I adore this designer and their creations. My wallet weeps every time I see something by them, because I am bound to buy it. I was going through a really dark day and I had a designer reach out to me. They gave me a virtual hug, which made me tear up. Thank you ++half dear++

In that sun card like the child, I have nothing to hide. I miss people sometimes. I miss the way things use to be. I miss a lot of things in second life and real life. But I know that the sun will shine again. The clouds will part, if you let them. You live. You learn. You make mistakes. But mistakes don’t define who you are or who you will become. I would never have learned those lessons without the friends that I have today. I’m very thankful in a lot of ways for my sl world.

And finally, I can talk about this whole fabulous set. My bikini top is from Erratic and available at Collabor88. You have to hurry though. This round will be ending soon. Cuore’s bra and panties is from one of my favorite events Uber. It’s also by one of my favorite designers (and yes I do have many favorites), Mossu. I’m totally addicted and in love. The jewels are fantastic. And also another favorite event of mine opened up, The Arcade!!! The umbrella and the inner tube are both from Astralia and they’re both gacha prizes. So head on over and try your luck at the machines!! If you like any of the above products above, please see my credits down below.

Much love,

Violet XOXO

Credits

Hair–Doux –Natti by Dᴀᴠɪᴅ Cᴏᴏᴘᴇʀ (dam1710)
Bikini top/bottom–Erratic –Brooklyn by erratic (erratic.rain)–Collabor88
Sarong–!Rebel Hope –Mesh Sorang by Rebel Hope
Glasses–Murray–Marion Sunglasses by Olivia Murray (oliviamurray)–no longer available
Necklace–Zaara –Shairi by Zaara Kohime
Hat–Glitzz–Summer Hat by ℒϊssค βØЋм (lissa.bohm)

Cuore

Hair: Truth Ari – black & whites -Truth Hawks
Nails: –SU!– Livana Bento Nails 12 (VISTA) COMMON

Glasses: Rowne Glamor sunglasses black – by Couleur Latoe
Earrings, Nose & Chin Piercings, Necklace: .Aisling Karishma Gacha Set – by Druunah Esharham
Arm accessories & bracelets: .Aisling Eunice Gacha Set -by Druunah Esharham
Rings & hand jewelry: Mel0 Rings&Bracelets V5 by Olem
Foot jewelry: Zaara : Raksha Anklet *gold* (for Maitreya/Slink) by Zaara Kohime-

Lingerie: Mossu – Angelic.Bra – Black & Mossu – Angelic.Panties – Black by Stephen (akirakiyoi) @ Uber May 2018

Sand Body Applier: Izzie’s – Body & Face Beach Sand (Maitreya/Slink/Belleza/Catwa/Logo/LeLutka/Omega) By Izzie Button

Furniture
Pink Floaty–Astralia –Water World Inflatable by Astralia–Arcade June 2018
Umbrella–Astralia –Water World Umbrella by Astralia–Arcade June 2018
Anchor beach towel–Sway’s –Lanai beach Towel by Sway Dench
Pink flip flop-Dust Bunny–Flip Flops by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)
Straw bag–Milk Motion–Woven Straw Bag by Marie Lauridsen–no longer available
Pillow–Dust Bunny –Summer Picnic by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)
Floral bag–Dust Bunny –Beach Towel Tote by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)
Beach towel with lotion–Milk Motion–Beach Towel with accessories by Marie Lauridsen–not available
Picnic basket–Dust Bunny–Summer picnic basket rare by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)
Stripped bag–Dust Bunny –Beach bag chevron
Beach Tent–Stockholm&Lima –Little Beach Fort–Under the sea by ѕуяυρ ωαn кєnσвι (surrealia.anatine)
Out door shower–Chez Moi –Outdoor Shower by nanda Marjeta
Surf board–!bang–Surf board by Poses (trieste.minuet)–no longer available
Backdrop–Foxcity Poses–K-Pop star 2 by Satomi Masukami–gacha item