Melting in the Heat

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Animals are such agreeable friends – they ask no questions; they pass no criticisms. George Eliot

Whew, it is HAWT outside. I truly believe that.. if i could have melted… I probably would have this past week. It seems we are all feeling the heat. The weather totally knocked me out last week. The temperatures lowered. And I feel like a person again…not on fire. This past week, I felt pretty miserable from the heat like so many. Thankfully, in my real life, my animals kept me really great company. I was incredibly lucky to have them. So my pets kind of inspired this picture–chilling with ice cream and my best friend by my side. Animals are awesome like that.

Which leads me to the next topic, the adorable wolf, decor, and fantastic summer clothes, I must talk about it all. There are a TON of items in this picture. As I was writing down all my credits in a notecard, I realized that… I may just need to mention briefly the events. Most of the items featured above are from Collabor88 and the latest round at the Epiphany. I have to say.. I really adore this outfit. I don’t want to take it off. This cute little romper by Aleutia, hair from monso, earrings from Max Gossamer, glasses by fetch are all from Collabor88. My decor comes from so many wonderful companies: Ice cream and inner tube from Dahlia, cat bag and gun from Tentacio, gloves from foxwood, and way too many to list in this paragraph. You really will have to check out my credits down below. I really shopped till I dropped.

As I melted from heat in real life, I really just wanted to be by the beach with an ice cream cone, a water gun.. and may be a furry friend by my side. July has been the month where I haven’t been online much. I am going to have more time, since some things in my real life have slowed down. I had family that had an adoption go through. So I’ve spent some nights talking to family and sharing pictures of the little guy. We’re all thrilled. But now, I can sit down relax and kind of get into the groove of blogging again. If you like any of my items featured above, please check out my credits.

As always, be kind to one another.

Cheers,

Violet XOXO

Credits.

fashion

Hair–Monso–Kanatan by Morphine Janick–Collabor88 July 2019
Romper–Aleutia–Lily Romper by Catalina Staheli–Collabor88 July 2019
earrings–Max Gossamer –Pearly Shimmer Summer Beach Hoops by Maxi Gossamer–Collabor88 July 2019
Glasses–Fetch –Chloe Glasses by Gretchen Bonerschnitzel (distorteddreams)–Collabor88 July 2019

decor–
Ice cream–Dahlia –Ukiyo by June Fallon–Epiphany July 2019
Plastic cat bag–Tentacio –Plastic cat bag by May Tolsen–Epiphany July 2019
Rug–Pilot –Round Woven Rug by Kaz Nayar–Featured at Summer fest 2019… check mainstore, link included
Water Gun–Tentacio –Water gun by May Tolsen–Epiphany July 2019
Gloves–Foxwood–Herbalist Gloves–by Dani (nina.helix)–Epiphany July 2019
Inner Tube–Dahlia –Ukiyo Round Float Rose by June Fallon–Epiphany July 2019
Fan–MishMish –Kittan Fan by Aime Takaaki–mainstore
Guitar–Elm.–Indie Summer Guitar by Ella Usagi SpaceJam (arianaclaire)–Featured at Summer Fest, check mainstore
Coconut–BackBone X Convair –Coco Cabana Pina Colada by Axl (rheinhard.kappler) and Tobias Convair–Epiphany July 2019
Laptop–Astralia –Vaintastic Bae (laptop) halo by Astralia–Epiphany July 2019
Coffee table–Hive –Sara’s Coffee Table by hive (thehivestore)–Featured at Summerfest, check mainstore, link included
Couch–Hive –Sara’s outdoor couch by hive (thehivestore)–Featured at Summerfest, check mainstore, link included
Side Table–Hive –Sara’s End Table by hive (thehivestore)–Featured at Summerfest check mainstore, link included.
bright colored pillows–Brocante –Poolside pillow– by Tegan Serin of floorplan. and Wavie Haller/ValiantCo Resident of Consignment–Collabor88 July 2019
Shell lights on wall–DISORDERLY –Shell Summer Lighted Curtain by Rogue Falconer–Collabor88 July 2019
Chair–Fancy Decor –Briar Chair by Jake Vordun–Collabor88 July 2019
Star Pillow-ELIKATIRA –Lazy Day Pillow Star Decor by Darling Monday–Epiphany July 2019
Light on wall– 8F8 Creations –The Sweetest Spot Lamp–by iBi (8f8)–Epiphany July 2019
Flowers on side table–Dahlia –Golotta by June Fallon–Check mainstore/marketplace, previous gacha item, link to mainstore
Surf Board–Blue sky –Wall Surfboard Mandala by Luca Python–mainstore
Lemon Poster–Ariskea –Citronelle Lemon Frame 1 by aris (diaxm)–epiphany July 2019
Curtain–Pilot –Tropical Shade Pack by Kaz Nayar–Featured at Summerfest July 2019, check mainstore link included
Plant–BackBone X Convair –Coco Cabana Palm Plant by Axl (rheinhard.kappler) and Tobias Convair–Epiphany July 2019
Pineapple lamp–Backbone X Convair –Coco Cabana Pineapple lamp by Axl (rheinhard.kappler) and Tobias Convair–Epiphany July 2019
Green side table–Second Spaces –Rainforest Credenza by Elle Kirshner–mainstore
Wolf–Jian –Warrior Wolves Companion by JIAN (jiansl)–Epiphany July 2019

Pose–Fashiowl –Need you Around by Gᴏi (goizane)–mainstore

Wheel of Fortune

 

 

 

“No matter how dreary and gray our homes are, we people of flesh and blood would rather live there than in any other country, be it ever so beautiful. There is no place like home.”

So I’ve been feeling a little lost lately. It’s easy to feel like that, when so many things change all at once. It led me to the Wheel of Fortune card in the tarot deck. Feeling lost leads to finding yourself sometimes. So it’s whatever is in your cards in the future. Fate plays a hand in your wheel of fortune. Which leads me to my next topic…. getting caught up with my blog… It was all fate…

Playing catch up with blogging and trying to heal isn’t always the easiest. And I know eventually, I will be all caught up. But for now, I have to apologize for this post being a little late. I am very sorry. BUT … we must continue on and discuss shopping.

This month’s round of Uber is INSANE. I bought a lot of things from uber. My dress, shoes, and coat rack are all available at this event. Vinyl created this wonderful whimsical dress. Eudora3D made my wonderful shoes. Finally, dust bunny created this fantastic coat rack. I am really smitten with these items. I think many others will be too. When I put them all together, I could feel the crisp air floating around me. I knew fall was literally at my door step.

BUT, I didn’t just feel the love of fall at Uber. I also felt it at Hair Fair. Eliavah created this wonderful ponytail with tendrils hanging down on one side of the head. This hair does include versions with the tendrils down the left or right side. This hair makes me want to grab a hot chocolate and sit wrapped in a blanket on the porch. Finally, the pumpkin sign and barrels came from brocante. It was available for 50L. Unfortunately, it is available, but at full price.

When I created this picture, I had every intention of blogging it on Friday, but my health prevented me from blogging this photo. Again, I am sorry this photo is a little late. I will say that all the fall creations have me excited for the seasons changing. I hope you get in the spirit of fall and visit Hair Fair–and Uber. Okay my lovely followers, I must end this blog a little short. I am extremely tired, but thank you for taking a minute to read my blog. If you like any of these items, please check out my credits down below.

As always, be kind to one another.

 

Cheers,

Violet xoxo

credits

Hair–Eliavah–Sora Hair by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–Hair Fair September 2018
Dress–Vinyl–Blvd Tartan Dress by lιттle тoaѕт (sukoshitosuto)–Uber September 2018
Shoes–Eudora3D–Aida heals/socks by Eudora3D
Decor

Coat Rack–Dust Bunny-Branch Coat Rack by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)—Uber September 2018
Flower pot–Ariskea–Hawaii Hibiscus potted pearl by Aris (diaxm)–
Door Mat–[tea.s]–wicked Mat–Welcome by Tea Poop (tea.soup)–marketplace
Yellow brick road–FDD–“Yellow Oz” by Sveta Bridger (seller.xenno)–No longer available
Sleeping cat–Dust Bunn y& Omen–Sleeping Bengal In Bed by Ｄａｍｉｅｎ (damascusvera) and Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)–available on marketplace
Sleeping Dog–Jian–Silly Shibes sleepy pup RARE by JIAN (jiansl)–gacha item, check marketplace
Chairs–Hive–worn dining chair by hive (thehivestore)–mainstore
coffee table–Hive–Shabby Coffee table by hive (thehivestore)–mainstore
Oil Can–Keke–roadtrip oil tin can by ᴋᴇᴀɴ ᴋᴇʟʟʏ (kean.kelly)–marketplace
cabinet with blankets–Apple Fall–Blanket Curio by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)–gacha
Candle–Hive–weathered pumpkin candle by hive (thehivestore)–mainstore
Flower Sign–Floorplan–Fresh flowers sign by Tegan Serin–mainstore
Pumpkin Sign–Brocante —pumpkin patch sign by Tegan Serin–mainstore–mainstore (fifty linden friday Sept. 28, 2018)
Drum Corn on the cob—brocante –Farm Bucket Stack/Autumn–by Tegan Serin–mainstore (fifty linden friday Sept. 28, 2018)
Drum Apples–brocante–Farm Bucket/apples by Tegan Serin–mainstore (fifty linden friday Sept. 28, 2018)
Leaves–keke–Blow me away Rowan Leaves by ᴋᴇᴀɴ ᴋᴇʟʟʏ (kean.kelly)–mainstore
Grass–{anc}–garden by anc “wild garden lawn” fresh green by aki69–mainstore
Scarecrow–scarecrow–Happy Scarcrow by Laurent83 Waco–marketplace
Pose–foxcity –Breezy by Satomi Masukami–mainstore

 

 

p.s. I know that my pictures are a bit smaller. I’m working on the issue. For some reason, they are uploading smaller than I took them.

 

The Hermit

 

 

 

I like to go into a little shell and be a hermit and make music for a while. Delta Goodrem

There’s no doubt in my mind that this is my time to be a hermit. I’ve stayed on my land inworld, working on creating ideas for my blog. In real life, I got lost in a sea of music and books–anything creative. Sometimes being a hermit takes the edge off of living. It allows us to escape into our own little private bubble. And I needed to wrap myself in a bubble, allowing myself to laugh as much as possible and smile at the best things in life. I buried myself in the endless whole of netflix comedians. I have to say, being a hermit didn’t suck. Actually, it was quite relaxing.

Yet there comes a time, when you have to interact with the world. You have to pop the bubble that you live in, because people aren’t designed to be alone all the time. We’re social creatures, even if it means only spending time with others sometimes. I felt bad for needing space, because not everyone understood the silence. People take it personal. I had many reasons for wanting to close myself off this week, getting lost in my work inworld or spending time in real life.

This past week, I was very busy with real life and I’m going to take a brief second to talk about my real life–only because it effects my time inworld. I’ve waited all summer for a surgery date, but I had to get scans and tests done, before I could even think about booking it. I finally have a date set for surgery. Since I have a date for surgery and now all the details to go forward, my blogging will be sporadic after September 10th. I want to thank my sponsors for their patience and understanding at this time. This was my main reason for needing time alone. I’ve had a week of calling family and friends, giving them all the details. It has been a bit draining, so I needed time alone in all worlds.

Since I felt like a hermit, I decided that this was the perfect time to create a picture of this card in the major arcana. I can relate to it so much this week. It has a simple meaning. “The Hermit Tarot card suggests that you are in a phase of introspection where you are drawing your attention and focus inward and looking for answers within. You have a strong need to understand, not just at the surface level but to really know why life is the way it is. The Hermit reflects that your consciousness has moved inward and you now realize that the truth and understanding you seek is within yourself and not in the distractions of the outside world. This is a perfect time to take a step back from your day-to-day life and deeply contemplate your motivations, personal principles and values.” I definitely needed time alone to recharge my batteries and gain perspective.

As I was withdrawing from the world and evaluating everything, I decided to create a set that reflected my current feelings. So I looked no further than Collabor88 and Equal10. There are so so many items in this picture that are from this round at C88. I’m not going to go through every item, because this blog would be very very long. BUT I will make a quick mention of Equal10. A friend and designer created these cute whimsical bunny ears with flowers–Eliavah at Equal10. They are so so cute. I knew right away that I had to be a “bad” bunny. I also want to mention romp. My mask is from cubic cherry at romp. Finally the majority of the furniture and my body suit are all available at Collabor88. If you like anything featured in the photo above, please check out my credits below.

Cheers,

violet xoxo

Credits.

Credits–Clothing

Drool–Dirty Secrets –Drool for the lelutka hud by Ross Myhre–mainstore
Bunny Ears–Eliavah–Leshya Band by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–Equal10 August 2018
Foot Wraps–Fri.–Flora wraps coal by Darling Monday–Collabor88 August 2018
Hair–Rama–Madeline Hair by Katarina Monk–Collabor88 August 2018
Body suit–Scandalize –Kayla by Yanikka–Collabor88 August 2018
Fishnet half shirt–Scandalize –Kayla by Yanikka–Collabor88 August 2018
Blindfold–Cubic Cherry –Ehin by ĸυroι von ѕcнweeтz (kreao.kujisawa)–Romp August 2018
Lollipop–Imeka–Lollipop by NatiWilliams–Equal10 august 2018–comes with poses, but the pose is not featured here
Decor

Bug wall decor–Kosmii–Rainforest Beetle Display– by CORDYCEPS (kera.sharkfin)–Collabor88 August 2018
Floor Lamp–Fancy Decor –Bernard Floor lamp by Jake Vordun–Collabor88 August 2018
World lamp–Kalopsia –Tropic Touch Lamp by Isabeau Baragula–Collabor88 August 2018
Black Chair–Fancy Decor –Bernard Armchair by Jake Vordun–Collabor88 August 2018
White candles–Fancy Decor –Bernard Candle by Jake Vordun–Collabor88 August 2018
Leaf Table–Kalopsia –Tropic Touch table by Isabeau Baragula–Collabor88 August 2018
Mirror–Second Spaces –Rainforest bronze by Elle Kirshner–Collabor88 August 2018
Pineapple center piece–Kalopsia –Tropic Touch Pineapple by Isabeau Baragula–Collabor88 2018
Credenza–Second spaces –Rainforest Credenza by Elle Kirshner–Collabor88 August 2018
Tray–Fancy Decor–Bernard Tray–by Jake Vordun– Collabor88 August 2018
Rock Display–Fancy Decor –Bernard Geodes by Jake Vordun–Collabor88 August 2018
Boxes–fancy decor –Bernard Boxes–by Jake Vordun–Collabor88 August 2018
Books–Fancy Decor –Bernard Books–by Jake Vordun–Collabor88 August 2018
Wall Shelf–Fancy Decor –Bernard Wall Shelf by Jake Vordun–Collabor88 August 2018
Hand held video game–CosmicDust/BunBun–Gamerpro Typers Adult by Max Everidge (bodytothestars)–gacha item
Pizza Box–Peaches N Cream–Cesp Pizza by Mesh by Peaches, textures by CosmicDust–by Max Everidge (bodytothestars) & lα peтιтe peαcн (imaginerabbits)–gacha item
Chip bags–Junk Food –Moritos (Cool Ranch and original) by Radio Bixley (radiomodee)&Latte Bixley (late.billig)–Equal10 August 2018
Soda–Junk Food –Mountain spew, Slrite, Fonta, Plopsie, Redrum Cola–by Radio Bixley (radiomodee)&Latte Bixley (late.billig)–Equal10 August 2018
Hide Rug—The Loft–Corvus Hide Rug by Colleen Desmoulins
Coffee Table–Balaclava–Fiona Coffee Table by Uriah (uriah.eulenberg)
Alcohol on table—ChicaChica–Vermouth Dispenser by Lilo G.Reaper (lilo.denimore)–Collabor88 August 2018
Vase–Second Spaces–Rainforest Bird of paradise leaves by Elle Kirshner–Collabor88 August 2018
Laptop–Boom–Super magical Portable Internet Machine by Nene (aranel.ah)–no longer available.
Couch–Brocante –Velvet Sofa by ValiantCo–Collabor88 August 2018
Wall Panel–Kalopsia –Tropic Touch Wallpaper–by Isabeau Baragula–Collabor88 August 2018

Pose–Foxcity –Moody by Satomi Masukami

The Chariot

 

However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at. Stephen Hawking

Okay, first and for most… 3,000 followers!!!!! Say whaattttttttt? I can not believe that so many people follow me. BUT I will say that I’m thankful for every follow, like, and words of praise. Truly thank you for supporting me and my work. I am truly touched. I really can’t believe the amount of people who follow me. I can’t stop smiling today. I’m in shock. So one last time, thank you everyone truly ♥♥♥♥.

Now that we got THAT out of the way, I have to talk about Uber. I loved this round and I just kept on buying things, as you can see by this picture. I bought this really great backdrop by Foxes, Safia–little get away and cactus is also from Foxes. It really is more than a backdrop. It’s a great little cabana. Foxes is also selling the chairs and the bird on the post. The blond is also wearing a bikini from Foxes. Their entire stall is absolutely amazing. I fell in love with everything and I HAD to buy it. Now onto the clothes, Tee*fy made this great skirt and there are a ton of color options available, which pairs nicely with my cami from The Secret Store–also at Uber. I also bought the earings from Mandala. And finally, I bought this picnic set up by peaches, ….which… you guessed it–are also available at Uber. It’s not an event to miss.

In addition to some really great clothes and furniture from Uber, I also headed over to Lelutka to buy their new ice cream and bubble gum items, which are interactive with your avi. The ice cream leaves behind some of the sweet treat on your lips, for you messy eaters out there. The bubble gum pops all over your face, after blowing a huge bubble. I had to have these two items and bought them right away. Lelutka also released two new interactive items–the cotton candy and lollipop at the Mesh Body Addicts Fair. It’s not an event that I usually go to, but a few friends of mine let me in on the new items that were released. As soon as I found out, I had to buy it right away. I really do enjoy these items, and I recommend them. I only have one issue with the ice cream, which is that it does seem to go into my skull, when I eat it. As for the rest, I’ll have to get back to you in another blog post.

Finally, I chose this quote because of the amount of people following me. I’m in awe and disbelief. If you had asked me if I would ever get to this point as a photographer years ago, I would have told you no way. But it really does show you that if you stick with something and try really hard to improve over time…. you can and will improve—and learn a few things about yourself and your craft. I’ve also been really vocal about having health problems. Success at blogging despite all the days dealing with my health issues, well I can tell you it’s a reminder to continue in life–no matter what difficulties that I may face. Sometimes you have to do what you can and keep trying. It will be worth it, in the end. I use my photography as a personal reminder what ambition can achieve. You never know what you’re capable, until you try–in second life or real life.

The feeling of accomplishment with my flickr led me to my next card in the major arcana–the chariot. “The Chariot card is connected to your natural drive and determination, and can indicate an upcoming victory. This card reminds you that your greatest successes won’t come through limited thinking — when you combine the knowledge of your mind with that of your heart and spirit, you are an unstoppable force.” It’s true. If you keeping going and never let your determination falter, you will succeed. I hope after reading this point you go out in second life or real life with a fiery drive to get to your goals–whatever they may be.

As always, Be Kind To One Another.

Cheers,

Violet xoxo

Credits.

Me

Earrings–Mandala–Cheerful Earrings Pink pack by 菊之介王子 (kikunosuke.eel) –Uber July 2018
Ice cream–LeLutka –Delights Cream– by Thora Charron–Mesh Body Addicts July 2018
Hair—-Lamb–Ari– by Lamb Bellic—July Uber 2018
Skirt–Tee*fy –Madison Skirt by thuthu sendpie (azure.electricteeth)–Uber July 2018
Cami–The Secret Store–Ella Crop Top by Maylee (maylee.oh)–Uber July 2018

Blond

Bikini–Foxes –Safia–Uber July 2018
heels–Glamistry –Malva by (glamistry)
Hair–Moon–Summer Breeze by Moon (silent.acoustic)

Decor

Backdrop–Foxes — Safia Little Getaway by Dani (nina.helix)–Uber July 2018
Chairs–Foxes –Safia Hammock by Dani (nina.helix)–July 2018 Uber
Bird on Perch–Foxes–Safia Parrot Perch by Dani (nina.helix)–July 2018 Uber
Cactus–Foxes –Safia Cactus pot large by Dani (nina.helix)–July 2018 Uber
Picnic–Peaches.–Countryside Picnic by Dani (nina.helix)–July 2018 Uber
Tapestry–Brocante –pinned tapestry/nope by ValiantCo–mainstore

Love is Love

 

This blog post is dedicated to all those who are part of the LGBTQAI community ♥

It doesn’t matter if you’re black, white, gay, straight, come from different countries, different language… every single person is significant and is meaningful. Michael Franti

This blog post took me a little longer to do. I haven’t felt very well this month, so I’m just now putting out a blog post about pride. I hope that everyone is having a great Pride month. In world, Pride is currently raising money for the Trevor Project. It’s a great cause. It’s so important that you go, donate, and purchase items at this month’s Pride event inworld. The Trevor project helps kids who are in crisis within the LGBTQ community. They do some really great work and I fully support them. So please get out there and donate.

To help me create this great photo, I teleported two great friends of mine that have been steady rocks for me. I’ve gone through a lot with those two people, so it made sense to include them. Christian is rocking the pride cape like the superhero that he is, which is available at Riot’s mainstore. Me, I’m wearing the group gift from Villena, which is available at Kustom9 and Poette (the gorgeous blond to my left.. not right oops) is staying cool in this romper available at Summer Fest.

I want to go into Summer Fest because I spent so much money there. I almost spent over my uber budget. So I have to say, it is a great event. I bought a lot of items. Almost everything you  see in this photo is from summer fest–the house, compass, surf board, and ice cream machine.. right to the sandals by Eliavah. I really can’t rave enough about this event enough. I basically redecorated my house with all new furniture from Summer Fest. So i have to thank the designers for really creating some very special items. I do wish that men had a few more options though. I’d like to go shopping with my guy friends 😀 . But, there are some great pieces of furniture. Also, this outfit includes items from various events including: Cosmopolitan, Good Vibes, and Kustom9. For more info, please read down below.

Finally, I’d like to go into this quote a little bit. I truly believe in this way of thinking. Everyone is significant and important. I’ve heard people say that they didn’t feel important. Sometimes what you give people isn’t money, or stuff–those things are nice. However, the relationships that we form in the course of our life have a way of impacting the other people around us. The love from friends, family, spouses, and even strangers can change a persons world and outlook on life. So you are important… just by existing in this world, you are meaningful, loved, and needed. The LGBTQ community has endured hardships and scrutiny. So it’s important to appreciate how far the world has come, but continue to fight the good fight. And… I also think it’s important to tell everyone that they matter in this world, because you do.

You matter. You’re important. Things will get better.

/me gives everyone a huge gigantic warm hug, filled with love and care.

Remember be kind to one another and check out my credits for Decor and Styling

Credits

Hair–Foxy –North by Liza Broono–Kustom9 June 2018
Necklace–Supernatural –Lara–by Sombria Baily–Cosmopolitan June 2018
Sunglasses–Zoom–Daalin Glasses by Jonas Acanthus–Good Vibes Event
Shirt–::Villena::–tank Crop Top–Group gift by Villena (villena.swansen)–Kustom9 June 2018
Sandals–Eliavah–Oasis Baresandals–by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia) Summer Fest June 2018

Christian
Cape–Riot –Pride flag cape by Riot (rcade)—available at the mainstore for the month of June 2018

Poette
Hair–Little Bones–Solar by Nova Faerye
Romper–Vanilla Bae –Coco romper by Vanill A Honi (hopey.honi)–Good Vibes June 2018

Furniture

Ice cream vending machine–Dust Bunny –Ice cream vending machine by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)–summer fest June 2018
Surf board–Blue Sky –Wall surf board by Luca Python–summer fest June 2018
Wall Compass–Blue Sky –Wind Rose bronze by Luca Python–summer fest June 2018
chair–++Half Deer++— Summer Fruit Lounge chair by Halo (halogen.magic)–summer fest June 2018
Cabana–Brocante –Summer Cabana Pink by ValiantCo–summer fest June 2018