The Moon

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By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes by William Shakespeare
She grew into her horns, never denying her inner most demons. Now shown to the world, her darkest parts. Her eyes glazed over, all color stripped away. Her eyes almost translucent. Being fearful of all her darkness consuming her, changing her, warping her outer exterior, She felt the air leave her lungs. The room becoming smaller. Her eyes widen watching the lights flowing out of her hands. A relief shown on her face, she knew light was part of her and she was more than just darkness. The witch had not won her being. She was still the same person despite all of her light shown to the world–both light and dark. Determined, she would not the let the darkness, evil, and inner demons win, even on all hollows eve.

“I am made of both light and darkness. I am more than the darkness that resides inside my soul.” And on she fights every day with her curse.

So as some may have noticed, I sometimes include a little story with my pictures. I’ve done that here. I felt so inspired by this picture, like a story was building along with my set. So I included one.

I’m not going to make this blog, since I’m still recovering a bit from surgery. But I want to say that Hair Fair is still going on strong. It ends this Sunday though, so you’ll have to hurry to get those last wigs. My hair is by Eliavah and available at hair fair. I really do like this hair. For my lelutka head, I had to wear the hour glass version and tweak my shape, but I did get it to fit. I’m really glad too, because this hair is super hawt. I’ll be wearing it again, that’s for sure. And I highly recommend this round. Salem is also insane. I bought so so so much stuff from this latest round. The voodoo doll, candelabra, chalk board, and cauldron is also available at this round of Salem. For more details, please check out my credits down below.

In the spirit of Tarot Cards Major Arcana, I am naming this post the moon. This card in the upright position can represent fear. What’s scarier than the things that go bump in the night and Halloween is all about the night of scares. So I thought this was the most appropriate name.

Okay just one quick note, my blog posts may be a bit short due my health, but I’m still around, just a bit brief.

Anyway, as always, Be Kind To One Another,

cheers, Violet XOXO

Credits

Boots–Utopia@Design–Kora by Elisabetta Hyun–mainstore
Lights from hand–Elephante Poses_-Swan Pose (hand attachment) by MJ (melissajeanne.flores)–no longer available
Corset–DRD–Gutted Corset–By DRD (deathrowdesigns)–Uber September 25th, 2018
Hair–eliavah –Tsukuyomi Hair by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)—Hair Fair September 22nd, 2018 to October 7th 2018
Horns–Eliavah –Zorah Horns–by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–Salem October 2018
Thong–Erratic –Cecilia by erratic (erratic.rain)–mainstore
Eyes–Buzzeri –Voodoo Eyes by Bugs Amelia Bryant (eleri.catlyn)–marketplace
Face Chain–Cubic Cherry –Beads face wrap by ĸυroι von ѕcнweeтz (kreao.kujisawa)–mainstore

Decor

Lightening–E.V.E. Root of the Luminescence Tree–Ultra Rare by Noke Yuitza–gacha
colorful stars–Schadenfreude –Glowing Stars– by Allegory Malaprop–mainstore
Witch Cabinet–DRD–Spiritualists Shoppe Portions full shelf by DRD (deathrowdesigns)–mainstore
cauldron–Kuro –Pouf Cauldron–by Luana Dawg–Salem October 2018
voodo doll–{La Baguette}–Voodoo Doll by Aristas–Salem October 2018
Mirror–Ariskea –aristocrats–old mirror by Aris (diaxm)–Salem October 2018
Candelabra—Ariskea –Aristocrats–Chandelier in rust by Aris (diaxm)–Salem October 2018
Book of shadows–DRD–Spiritualists Shoppe Spellbook Stand by DRD (deathrowdesigns)–mainstore
pumpkin–Imeka –Lovely Pumpkin by NatiWilliams–marketplace
Curtains–Pilot –Velvet Drapes garnet by Kaz Nayar–mainstore
Witch’s circle–DRD –MM1 Wiccan Pentagram by DRD (deathrowdesigns)–mainstore
Haunted books–Boudoir –Haunted books by Precious Restless–marketplace

Pose–Fashiowl–Fashiowl –by Gᴏi (goizane)–Salem October 2018

Scratches on face–Izzie’s –Claw wounds by Izzie Button–Salem October 2018

 

 

 

The Sun

 

 

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

Me

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

 

Poses–Foxcity Poses –Lucid and Self by Satomi Masukami