Into the Shadows

Sex appeal is fifty percent what you’ve got and fifty percent what people think you’ve got. Sophia Loren

I haven’t been around much in the month of October, unfortunately I have been dealing with medical stuff. Trust me, I would rather be online, but sometimes you just have to take care of real life first. This was definitely one of those cases. BUT, I have a few things that I’d like to blog. Everything you see in this photo is available at collabor88 but you have to hurry since it closes on the 6th. The back drop is from foxcity. The bats are from half deer and so is the coffin shelf. The table, mirror, and flowers are from fancy decor. So again, if you like what you see, stop at Collabor88.

I’m sorry this post is a bit brief, but a pillow is calling my name. Hope everyone had a happy Halloween!

As always,

Be kind to one another and cheers.

Violet

 

Credits

Rings–Yummy –Haunted rings by Polyester Partridge–Collabor88 October 2019
Gloves–Dead dollz–Evil Gloves by Kiddo Oh–gacha item
Lingerie and boots–Pure Poison –Spiked outfit–by Shaleene Kenin–collabor88 October 2019
Hair–Tram –1002–by moca Loup—october 2019 collabor88
Decor
Bats–Half Deer –Paper Bats by Halo (halogen.magic)–collaobr88 October 2019
Backdrop–foxcity –Dreamer by Satomi Masukami–Collabor88 October 2019
Mirror, table, roses–foxcity –Royer by Jake Vordun–collabor88 October 2019

Coffin shelf–Half Deer –Coffin shelf by halogen.magic–Collabor88 October 2019 round

Shameless Dreams

 

I am not your innocent wonderland… quote by me.

I’d like to give a shout out to all my amazing followers. I hit 4K a few weeks ago. I am truly astonished at how many people follow my work. I can say that I appreciate every like, follow, and award. Truly.. amazing beautiful wonderful and great… I can’t express my gratitude or express how humbled I am. thank you all again ♥♥♥♥

This photoshoot was inspired by a book that I’m currently reading, and music videos listed below. And a peak into that devilish mind of mine…

I am not your innocent wonderland. My dreams are shameless and delicious. Splayed out in a dream there were no limits. Butterflies flew. Only a touch of innocence among flesh. Naked, hungry, and waiting….

🙂 ♥
Stay dirty my friends. And thanks again.

Okay so I have been MIA. My birthday was this month and my friends decided to give me a few surprises, since I had an incredibly rough year. It was a welcomed break, during a tough time. I am grateful for friends and family in all worlds.

Sooooo lets get into the deep discussion that is my picture, just kidding it’s not that serious. Collabor88’s theme this month is dreams. At first I was totally at a loss for ideas, but I dug deep for some inspiration and looked at everything those wonderful designers out there created. I couldn’t help feeling like a naughty alice in wonderland with a hint of innocence. There are so so many designers in this picture. Instead of listing all of them in here.. in this paragraph, I will list them down below. The eccentric work leads to the craving for halloween and all things creative. I have to say.. I was loving this round. It was out of the box and a little different. It got my own creative juices flowing in the end. Everything in this photo is from Collabor88.. right down to my hair.

I won’t go into a big long blog post, but I will get into the credits. Sleep awaits me soon. My pillow is screaming at me

Be Kind To One Another

Cheers,

Violet xoxo

credits

eye patch–Yummy –Abstract Eye patch –by Polyester Partridge–Collabor88 September 2019
Lip Ring–Yummy –Dahlia Lip Ring by Polyester Partridge–Collabor88 September 2019
Butterflies–LaGyo –Doodle butterfly by LaGyo (gyorgyna.larnia)–September Collabor88 September 2019
Face cage–LaGyo–White Doodle mask by LaGyo (gyorgyna.larnia)–September Collabor88 2019
Hair–Lamb –Tease by Lamb Bellic–September Collabor88 2019
Stockings–Nanika –Maya Stockings by .::NanikA::. (sdevas)–Collabor88 September 2019
Bottoms, top, and jewels–Sweet thing –Dareena Attire by Aya (ayashula)–Collabor88 September 2019

Backdrop–Foxcity –illuminated by Satomi Masukami–September 2019 Collabor88
Light bulb with moths/with spare moths–Disorderly –by Rogue Falconer–September 2019 Collabor88
Table with gold–Second spaces –Molten table by Elle Kirshner–Collabor88 September 2019
chairs–Minimal –Champetre Coach chair by MINIMAL (minimalgroup)–Collabor88 September 2019
Chandelier–Kalopsia –Jordan’s Candle Bulbs Gold by KalopsiaSL–Collabor88 September 2019
Flamingo on Left–Nomad –The princess Flamingo by Pira (piraiyah.novikov)–Collabor88 September 2019
Flamingo with cane–Nomad–Gentleman Flamingo by Pira (piraiyah.novikov)–Collabor88 2019
flamingo with tie–Nomad –The Man Flamingo by Pira (piraiyah.novikov)–Collabor88 2019
Branches on floor–Half Deer –Thorny Vines by Halo (halogen.magic)–Collabor88 2019
Giant Cat–Half Deer –Giant Sleepy cat with sit by Halo (halogen.magic)–Collabor88 2019
Plates with silverware–Mnimal –Champetre dish sets by MINIMAL (minimalgroup)–Collabor88 2019
Moon mugs on table–Schadenfreude –Sun in a teacup by Allegory Malaprop–Collabor88 2019
Glass cups—-Minimal –Champetre Glasses by MINIMAL (minimalgroup)–Collabor88 September 2019
Candle–Minimal –Champetre Candle by MINIMAL (minimalgroup)–Collabor88 September 2019
Pose–foxcity –playroom by Satomi Masukami–mainstore
Umbrella–Yokai –Fairytale umbrella by Olikato–Collabor88 September 2019

 

P.s… That big ole cat from half deer has some neat poses in there. Also the backdrop is actually two backdrops combined from the collabor88 round.

Fall From Grace

 

 

 

By that sin fell the angels. William Shakespeare

 

There are so many wonderful events all coming out right now. I’ve been a busy bee lately, setting up this wonderful set and having a lot of fun. So I’m not going to procrastinate… I  will get into what everyone wants to know… where did you get xyz.

My whole set, except for the pose is from one of my favorite events in August.. You guessed it. Collabor88’s birthday bash. I love love love this event. I really can’t gush about it enough. As I write this, I still have things to buy from this event–that is just how good it is this round. There are many many many items in this photos, so I’m going to leave it to the credits. If you see something that you just have to have, please look at my credits down below.

This blog is a little short. But I’m getting in the swing of things. And I have another event to talk about.. which is the wonderful hair fair. It opened and … I have some hair from a not so well known company or maybe it wasn’t well known to me :). But I am really excited to share with you my latest haul. As you guessed already, I’ve got some more wonderful items from Collabor88 to share with you and even a steamy pose from this latest round of pose fair. I want to say the theme of stardust may be one of my favorite themes so far with all the birthday bashes. I bought a lot of stuff from this Collabor88 round. It’s really a wonderful round, if you get a chance, check it out with a friend.

I want to take a brief moment and talk about this photo. I’m a big fan of the show Lucifer. Okay I’m totally addicted to it. I may have bought some books that have similar characters. Anyway…. when I saw these really these gorgeous wings from Yokai.. I bought them right away and knew exactly what I was going to do with them. And I saw this quote and new that it was perfect. Hopefully, you find a little bit of sinfulness at pose fair, but that’s for another blog and for another time.

 

Be Kind To One Another

Cheers,

Violet XOXO

Credits

Earrings–Shanghai –Ariel by ShanghaiSL–Collabor88 August 2019
Wings–Yokai –Starfall Wings–by Olikato–Collabor88 August 2019
Nose to Ear chain–random matter–Vela Nose Chain by 윤슬기 ʏᴏᴏɴ sᴇᴜʟɢɪ (nikohl.hax)–Collabor88 August 2019
Stars On Face-BTTB–Stjarna Face decor by ᴊᴀᴄᴋ ᴠ. ʏᴜɪᴛᴢᴀ (jacquesvalentine)–collabor88 August 2019
Magical Orb–egosumaii –Magical Orb Censer (supernova) by EGO (nergal.ninetails)–mainstore–crystal heart fair 2019
Dress/panties–Apple may (AMD)–Luna Flower Silks by Apple May–Collabor88 August 2019
Boots–Breathe –Nanaki Heels by daisa Admiral–Collabor88 2019
Hair–Rowne –Anjaa by 5oч (soyoy)–Collabor88 August 2019

Decor
Star lights in window–++half deer++–Starry Decoration Curtain by Halo (halogen.magic)–Collabor88 August 2019
Gold Circle moon on wall–Madras–Mihrimah Gold Frame Decor by Karthikeyan Engineer–Collabor88 August 2019
Heart with photos and lights on wall (underneath virgo sign)–tarte Piece of my heart by Alessandra Donato (alixxbella)–collabor88 August 2019
Virgo and constellation–Soy –Pinned constellation–by 5oч (soyoy)–Collabor88 August 2019
twinkle word on wall–Second spaces–Stardust twinkle aqua and white by Elle Kirshner–Collabor88 August 2019
Mirror (underneath the word twinkle)–Mudhoney by Rayvn Hynes–Collabor88 August 2019
Gold Moon with stones on table–Schadenfreude –Mahina’s Moon Bowl by Allegory Malaprop–Collabor88 August 2019
Circle Decor with gold stars (on floor)-Madras–Najima Gold Decor by Karthikeyan Engineer–Collabor88 August 2019
Gold room with curtain–Nomad–Fitting Room by Pira (piraiyah.novikov)–Collabor88 August 2019
Glass jars with sparkles–DISORDERLY –Sparkle Jars by Rogue Falconer–collabor88 August 2019
apartment–Foxwood –Starlight Apartment by Dani (nina.helix)–collabor88 August 2019
colorful flooring–++half deer++–Patch of Galaxy (Unicorn vomit) by Halo (halogen.magic)–collabor88 August 2019
Table–Second Spaces –Stardust side table by Elle Kirshner–Collabor88 August 2019
black chair–Bad Unicorn –Lazy Leather Seat by Bʜᴀᴅ CƦąν3Ɲ (badunicorn)—collabor88 August 2019

Pose

bauhaus movement –Samurai returns by LouLou Hill (loulou.teichmann)–mainstore

out of here

We had gay burglars the other night. They broke in and rearranged the furniture. Robin Williams

 

It feels like forever since I wrote my last blog. But here I am, and I am about to talk about one of my favorite events.. Collabor88. Yup, it’s about to come to a close, so you’ll have to hurry to get these items.

This round was one of my favorite rounds. I have a special place in my heart for the desert. Everything this round reminded me of a trip to Nevada that I took.. very long ago. It was the first time.. I went camping. It was the first time that I paddled out to the middle of a lake in a boat. And I got to see the Grand Canyon. And.. it was my first time going to a Native American Reservation. I had a lot of good memories from that trip. Everyone cherishes a memory. That’s just one of mine.

So I have a special place in my heart for events reminding me of this time. Collabor88 closes soon, so you’ll have to get your desert gear before the new round begins. The new round begins on the 8th. You will definitely have to hurry, if you like any of these items. This picture includes so many great second life companies: Phedora, Zenith, Monso, Minimal, Disorderly, Yokai, Half Deer, Random Matter, Kalopsia, and Jian. Whew, there’s a lot of companies in this picture. They all did a fantastic job though. And just look at those adorable puppies. I have ALWAYS wanted a lab, so this purchase was so easy to make. I will probably rez them all the time at my house. They are too cute for words. Also The Arcade just opened. This cute cat playing with a cherry from an ice cream cone is from DISORDERLY. from a gacha machine at The Arcade. I absolutely love it. All these cute little animals makes me feel all warm and fuzzy.

I was talking to a friend inworld. She helped me to remember going to a reservation and feeling an intense calm wash over me. It’s just not something you forget. Then you add this round of collabor88 (which is about to close), it put a smile on my face.. that is for sure. The bright colors, bohemian treasures, wonderful furniture, and cute adorable animals, truly they are worth checking out before the new round begins. If you haven’t gone, please go before it closes. Don’t miss out.. think of this as last call .. like in a bar, but for an event. There were just so many great products this round. Hurry and pick up those last few items.

Normally, I have a serious, thoughtful and insightful quote. I opted for a silly quote from one of my favorite comedians instead… may he rest in peace. Sometimes you just need a little humor in your life. And I definitely need a good laugh. Who doesn’t? Funny moments and happy memories are truly the great parts of life.

You will have to look down below for credits. I hope you all see something that reminds you of a happy memory or find something that makes you laugh.

Be Kind To One Another

cheers,

Violet XOXO

Credits

Hair–Monso–Danielle–by Morphine Janick–Collabor88 May 2019
Dress–Zenith–Gloria Dress–red fatpack by 貓仙人 (miffyhoi.rosca)–Collabor88 may 2019
Boots–Phedora –Jackie boots by Celena Galli–Collabor88 May 2019

Decor
Backdrop–Minimal –Santorini backdrop by Jorge Fernández (ors.quan)–Collabor88 May 2019
Cactus Ballooons–DISORDERLY-Pretty South by Rogue Falconer–Collabor88 May 2019
Chicks–Yokai–Cactusplush blooming baby by Olikato–Collabor88 May 2019
Heart Cactus–+Half Deer+–Desert Doki Doki Cactus (on right in picture) by Halo (halogen.magic)–Collabor88 May 2019
Donkies–++Half Deer++-Mini Donkey Sorrel Graze and lay down by Halo (halogen.magic)–Collabor88 may 2019
ice cream in front of donkey–Random Matter –Ice cream bar melted cone by 윤슬기 ʏᴏᴏɴ sᴇᴜʟɢɪ (nikohl.hax)–Collabor88 May 2019
cat with ice cream and cherry–Disorderly –Delicious Adventures by Rogue Falconer–Arcade May 2019
Picture on right–Kalopsia –Maureen’s wall art by Isabeau Joelle Robin (isabeau.baragula)–Collabor88 May 2019
sleeping puppies—Jian–Golden Lab Pupper Basket by JIAN (jiansl)-marketplace

 

Sparkles and Unicorns

Even pixies succumb to the beauty of unicorns.. by me

There’s some really great shopping across the grid, but one event that has massively inspired me lately is the fantasy fair. It ends May 5th, so you have some time. To be honest, I had no clue what to do for my next post, and then this fair popped up. It supports a great cause–The American Society–relay for life.

Cancer research has been very important to me. I also know that many others feel that same passion to find a cure. I had a friend once say that she believed everyone knows someone effected by this horrible diagnosis. And I think so too. For me personally, both of my grandmothers passed from lung cancer and a family friend was also taken to soon from lung cancer. So this cause has always been one that personally means a lot to me. Check out the fair, you can help in the fight. If you want something whimsical, please check out the fantasy fair. Your lindens support such an important organization. This beautiful unicorn is by Teegle. It really is gorgeous and a lot of fun to ride. I’ve been having fun riding my unicorn all week. She even inspired my land and decor.

Now, I want to get into the rest of my outfit. My hair is SINTIKIA and it’s called Titania. My lingerie is by The Secret Store–Tabatha Bodysuit. The detailing on the bodysuit is absolutely beautiful. My headband is from the wonderful Dahlia–Emma. The ribbons in the background are from Half Deer and the single ribbons can be individually tinted. All of the above items can be found at Collabor88, but you only have a few days until the next round. So you will have to hurry, to check them out. The new round opens on the 8th.  Finally, the well is from foxwood and available at Kustom9. If you like any of these items, please check out my credits below.

I came up with the quote above. I found myself totally obsessing over my unicorn. I mean where else can you say.. well I rode a unicorn all afternoon? Second life of course. And I did!! So this pretend pixie did indeed succumb to its beauty.

Happy shopping everyone!!

Be Kind To One Another

Cheers,

Violet xoxo

Credits

Hair–SINTIKIA–Titania by Sintiklia (sintikliasims)–Collabor88 April 2019
Headband–Dahlia–Emma by June Fallon–Collabor88 April 2019
Lingerie–The Secret Store –Tabatha bodysuit by Maylee (maylee.oh)–Collabor88 April 2019

Ribbons–++HALF DEER++–Windblown ribbons by Halo (halogen.magic)–Collabor88 April 2019
unicorn—-Fable by Teegle (teegle)–Fantasy Fair May 2019
Well–Foxwood –Wishing Well by Dani (nina.helix)–Kustom9 April 2019

 

Rebellious Nights

 

Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see. Mark Twain

This month, there have been so many wonderful events–Kustom9, Sultry, romp, and A+. I have been so busy this month, buying a ton of furniture and not so innocent clothing. It took me a little while, but after all that shopping.. this picture was possible. I’ve had a lot of fun shopping this month.

Because so many of these items are new, I decided to jump right into all of the new shiny things available. My rug is available at Sultry and by Merak. My lounge chair is from sultry and by Krescendo. The regular chair is also by Krescendo, but at A+. My pose is by Amite and also available at A+. I also bought the Shibari case from Sultry from unKindness. The socks and male underwear are from Half Deer and are also available at Sultry. My hair is from Limerance and you can find it at this month’s round at romp. And my shoes are also from romp and by Miss Chelsea.Finally, my gorgeous lingerie is from the incredibly talented Eliavah. She created this hot number for Kustom9. I really adore these items and the color pallet together. I may have to steal it for my own real life home. Whew.. that’s a lot of items from a ton of events. I picked up these pillows from foxcity. They were a group gift awhile ago. I believe that they are no longer available–although I could be wrong. Please check the mainstore. I’ll provide a link below.

Sometimes when I shop, I will see something and wait a little while to buy it. Then, when I find something that matches it, I buy it. I do tend to wait a little while to see what is available and how things will fit together. It takes me a little time to put the idea together for pictures, but I’m so glad that I waited. All of these pieces work very well together. And I have to admit that hair from Limerance may be one of my favorites. It’s curly and a bit wild–and a little out of control–and feminine. It’s the makings of some great hair.It’s also tintable. I’ll be sure to use all of these pieces in my home.

Finally, I always try to talk about second life. I’ve been a little jaded lately. I had a good friend remind me that not all people will like you and that sometimes… that is not a bad thing. I think everyone has at one time or another not felt included, or left out. The beautiful thing about second life …and even in real life, there are so many people out there in the world. And if you start to feel like that, just remind yourself that the world keeps spinning. Tomorrow is a new day. And you’ll find your place. Try to stay positive out there in the world residents. There’s always a brighter day ahead.

Be Kind To One Another,

Cheers

Violet XOXO

Credits.

Shoes–Miss Chelsea–Lilo Heels by Miss Chelsea Coral Lacey–Check mainstore–featured February 2019 at romp
Lingerie–Kustom9–Rosenthorn Vines by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–Kustom9
Hair–Limerence–by Kirusik–check mainstore..featured at Romp February 2019

Furniture

Rug–Merak–Lovers Nest by Aɳa Stone (annellystone)–Sultry February 2019
Socks–Half Deer–Sock Clutter by Halo (halogen.magic)–Sultry February 2019
Male Underwear–half deer–Lover’s Underwear by Halo (halogen.magic)–Sultry February 2019
Female Underwear–Half Deer–Lingerie clutter–by Halo (halogen.magic)–Sultry February 2019
Shibari Case–unKindness–Shibarie Case in black by Katherine Cross (jamie.rozenberg)–Sultry February 2019
Lounge Chair–krescendo–Queens Daybed by KrescendoStore–February 2019 Sultry
Chair and table–Krescendo –Hollywood Glamor Set by KrescendoStore–A+ February 2019
Screen–Disorderly –Screened, pattern 1 by Rogue Falconer–Sultry February 2019

(quick note–romp is closed, but I have included mainstore links)

Pose–Amitie–Pear pose by BELEN Ackland–A+ February 2019

Sweet Dreams

 

 

A heart without dreams is like a bird without feathers. Suzy Kassem

I have been really busy this past week in all worlds. I’ve taken pictures and built sets. And I finally get that moment to really sit down and think about this blog post. As soon as, I saw the backdrop from foxcity at Collabor88, I knew right away that I would make a dreamy post with sweet treats. So I really have looked forward to this post.

Normally on Valentine’s day, I send out photos ..a valentine’s day card. But this year, I indulged in sweet treats in real life, savoring each wonderful bite and I really did just enjoy the day. Instead, I opted for a delectable treats and a day of rest instead.

I love valentine’s day and wanted to do a month of sweet dreamy posts. I wanted to get lost in the moment of happiness. And maybe make a post inspired by legally blond. I love that movie. And I would be lying, if I said that movie wasn’t my muse. It totally was. There’s a scene where Elle Woods is sitting in her bed eating chocolate, after a break up. I think many people have gone through that upset. For some reason, second life seemed to curse a lot of my friends this past month. And that scene is one that always comes to mind, when I think of break ups–maybe because I’ve been there before. Who hasn’t?

This month has been nothing of love and hearts inworld for me personally, but in my dreams..and my pictures it was sweet sailing. So I let my love of all things sweet inspire me and a scene covered in pink–despite the sadness. I think even in that scene.. one can see the hope. Her friends coming to pull her out of her funk. Second life can be like that…so much. We go through a hard break with a friend, significant other, partner, etc, and we get Elle Woods in that moment. But it’s nice to see the hope through our friends.

What made my valentine’s day sweet inworld? It was my friends saying things that I needed to hear… not what I wanted to hear. It was the people who surrounded me in all things pink and reminded me that mistakes don’t define you. Anger is only temporary. And there are moments of calm. So maybe you have been touched by the second life Valentine’s Day curse. This post is for you my friend. I’m here to say, this too shall pass. Keep dreaming sweet things. Maybe indulge in something sweet in real life. If you can’t have that sweet treat in real life, maybe opt for something that you love to do instead. Whatever you do, just make sure to do something that makes you smile. And remember forgiveness is important, not for the other person, but for yourself. Holding on to anger and resentment only hurts us that much more in the end.

I came to the conclusion of what to write by a show called One Day At A Time. It’s about a Latino family living in Los Angeles, with all of its ups and downs of life. In one of the episodes, there was a woman struggling with anxiety. Recently, I’ve dealt with my own anxiety, during bad moments of pain. It can be scary and hard, especially when you can’t breath. But it was in that moment, I realized the importance of second life being a calm place. This isn’t a space where I want to be angry at anyone. My body makes me angry enough. This isn’t the place for it. And in that, I found forgiveness. I forgave anyone in that moment, because anger no longer served me. I can only hope that moment of clarity comes to others. It’s a gift. And if you seek a peaceful second life, it all starts within.

Before I end this blog post, I want to go into my fabulous outfit. My shirt, cardigan, skirt, and shoes are all by the fantastic Eliavah. She has really out done herself with this outfit. The texture and colors are so pretty. I felt soft and feminine. I just want to go out in the town and party the night away in this outfit. My skirt, cardigan, and shirt are available at Collabor88 and my shoes are for purchase at Equal10. Various pieces of my decor can be found at Collabor88. For more details, please check out my credits below.

Credits

shirt, skirt, cardigan- Eliavah-Dragonsilk–Elivavah–by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–Collabor88 February 2019
Hair–Exile –Lana by Kavar Cleanslate–Collabor88 February 2019
Earrings–LaGyo–Claudette by LaGyo (gyorgyna.larnia)–Collabor88 February 2019
Necklace–LaGyo–Claudette by LaGyo (gyorgyna.larnia)–Collabor88 February 2019
Shoes–Eliavah –Dragonsilk–Eliavah by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–Equal10 February 2019
Decor

chocolate bars on left–Plaaka-Assorted Chocolate Bars by Zazie Daviau–Collabor88 February 2019
Chocolate bar with bits of fruit–Plaaka–Chocolate Bar mix by Zazie Daviau–Collabor88 February 2019
Noet Champagne bottle with heart straw–Tentacio–Pink champagen Sensual Set by May Tolsen–Equal10
Pink Mug with Macarons–Disorderly.–hearty snacks by Rogue Falconer–Collabor88 February 2019
Chocolate covered strawberries and champagne glass–Disorderly –Hearty Snacks by Rogue Falconer–Collabor88 February 2019
Stand of Macarons–Granola –Gimme Some Sugar Macarons by Kimbra Iridescent–Collabor88 February 2019
Bowl of truffles on white table–Plaaka–Chocolate truffles by Zazie Daviau–Collabor88 February 2019
Macarons in cake stand with mug of macarons–Disorderly –Hearty snacks by Rogue Falconer–Collabor88 February 2019
Pictures in Frames–Silence–Lady Rose Silhouette Prints by Madeline Lumin (madelinelumin)–Collabor88 February 2019
White table–Mudhoney — Faye End Table by Rayvn Hynes–Collabor88 February 2019
Chocolate cake on stand–Granola –Gimme Some sugar cake by Kimbra Iridescent–Collabor88 February 2019
Pink and white flowers with champagne in white box–Tentacio –Senusal Box by May Tolsen–Equal10 February 2019
Pink Macarons–Tentacio–Macaron love by May Tolsen–Equal10 February 2019
Cloth–Plaaka–cloth by Zazie Daviau–Collabor88 February 2019
Roses on strand —–half deer–Faerye Rose Garland by Halo (halogen.magic)
Pink curtain, flower board–foxwood–Fleur Curtain and backdrop by Dani (nina.helix)—Collabor88 February 2019
Pose–foxcity poses–selfie–by Satomi Masukami–mainstore

Like On Vaca, Lets ALL Go

All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt. Charles M. Schulz

And I sure do need a little bit of chocolate. It’s that time of year again–chocolates, flowers, and hearts oh my. That’s right, Valentine’s day. is around the corner The grid is alive with events surrounding that special day along with the normal monthly events. And some of them have some amazing and even funny items. You can’t miss Uber, Collabor88, or one of my favorites this month–Cupid Inc.

I want to discuss briefly some of the items in the above photo. The rug game is from Astralia. It’s this really great and playful rug with games, pillows, and animations. It’s also from Cupid Inc. Anxiety made this really cheeky envelope with hair on it called the daunting lover, which is also from Cupid inc. The rose petals are also available at Cupid Inc and the dog house from Half Deer is also available at Cupid Inc..  My outfit is from Uber and by dead dollz. My hair is from doux at their mainstore. I would like to make a quick mention about this hair. The bow is sold separately, as well as the style options. It’s such cute hair. I adore it.

My girl ali is wearing an outfit from Scandalize from Collabor88. The balloons are from nomad, from this past Friday’s Fifty Linden Friday event. My wonderful and fabulous backdrop is from Foxcity. This cute wonderful dog in the dog house is from Collabor88 by black bantom. It is just too cute for words. Whew.. that’s a lot of items.

But, before I go, I want to discuss my picture. It was inspired by Legally Blond. I love that movie. I always thought it was cute and fun. I usually watch movies like that to perk me up and I watch stand up comedy to laugh. I’m always inspired by things that make me smile and/or laugh. I hope you enjoy this picture, as much as I have enjoyed taking it. If you like any of the items featured above, please look below for my credits.

credits

Me

Top–Dead Dollz–Nora top by Kiddo Oh–Uber January 2019
Skirt–Dead Dollz–Nora Skirt by Kiddo Oh–uber January 2019
Hair–Doux–Ariana By Dᴀᴠɪᴅ Cᴏᴏᴘᴇʀ (dam1710)–mainstore

Decor

Game on rug–Astralia –truth or dare by Astralia–Cupid Inc February 2019
Dog–black bantom–Love Pomeranian by Stasey Oller–Collabor88 February 2019
Dog House–Half Deer–Sweetheart doghouse by Halo (halogen.magic)–Cupid Inc
Balloons–Nomad–heart balloon–by Pira (piraiyah.novikov)–February FLF 2019
Envelope with hair–Anxiety–The daunting lover by joseph domínguez (max1ma)–Cupid Inc February 2019
Rose Petals–Moss&Mink–Petal and heart scatter by Cielo Capalini–Cupid Inc February 2019
Back drop–Foxcity–Pink bar by Satomi Masukami–Uber February 2019

Ali
hair–Moon–Feather by Silent Acoustic–in mainstore soon
Dress–Scandalize–Christy Lace by Yanikka Bloom (yanikka)–Collabor88 February 2019
pose–foxcity–Mani by Satomi Masukami–Uber February 2019

 

 

Sleep Over

 

Capt. Crewe:
“You can be anything you want to be, my love, as long as you believe.”

I have always loved the movie A Little Princess.. the version made in the nineties. Some of the most beautiful scenes are in that movie. I loved the story about a girl having a wild imagination. It’s such a lovely thing to live in a world of imagination and magic. There’s just something about that story that I love. For me, this quote means a lot to me. It gives a certain kind of hope. And I like books and movies that promote hope. If we lose hope, we lose the possibility of making those dreams and beliefs true. Hope drives us to go after goals. It inspires us to try. When we try…is when we truly live. So never give up hope.

As I saw ads for the epiphany, I knew right away what I wanted to do. I’m really excited to do this photo. It’s kind of my take on a sleep over with all things pretty. I probably would set this scene up in my house, if I had the money for all those flowers. Hey flowers are expensive!! But thankfully, it’s much easier to make this in second life.

I really want to thank everyone for making such cute things. I have to thank Eliavah for making this truly fantastic outfit. This is hawt and I love it. I like the ruffles at the top of the shirt, the color, and the fit. It made me feel extremely girly. Eliavah is selling this outfit at the epiphany. So you too can take a chance on her gacha. Kalopsia is selling the Cleo set–the pink lamp and mirror at collabor88. Lamb made this great hair which is also available at collabor88. Disorderly created cozy piles which is available at collabor88 as well. You can see it in front of my tent.. the cookies and magazines. It is all linked together. I absolutely adore it. The laundry basket is from tarte and can be found at a new event called soiree. Soiree is a new event and an extension of Collabor88. I bought so many things at the epiphany. I could go on and on about all of these really great events… but my credits list says it all. Please stop by Collabor88, FaMESHED, Soiree, and the epiphany. There are some truly great events on the grid. Don’t miss out.. tp and bring a friend with you.

I’m ending my post a little early. I have so many credits from this wonderful photo and I want it to be the center of this post. I hope my follows have fun shopping this month at some wonderful events.

As always, Be Kind To One Another,

Cheers,

violet xoxo

credits

Top–Eliavah –Sweetheart Shirt by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–Epiphany January 2019
Skirt–Eliavah –Sweetheart Skirt by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–Epiphany January 2019
Crown–Doe–Queen Crown by Helyanwe Vindaloo–Epiphany January 2019
Hair–Lamb–Glam by Lamb Bellic–Collabor88 January 209
Sunglasses–Noodles–Anna Sunglasses by Natalee Oodles–no longer available
Gum–LaGyo–Bubble gum Strawberry Glitter by LaGyo (gyorgyna.larnia)–mainstoreDecor
Sleeping bag–Kalopsia –Faux Fur Pallet by Harper B. De Laurent (shawneese.offcourse)–Epiphany January 2019
Bed–Bueno-Waiting Bed Pink Rare by buenosl–Epiphany January 2019
Flowers on the wall–++half deer++–Fairylight Rose Vines–by Halo (halogen.magic)–mainstore
Falling Stars–anc–Star flakes by aki69–mainstore
Phone–Bueno–Charge Stand Rose by buenosl–Epiphany January 2019
book by phone–Bueno–Books Avoiding Everything by buenosl–Epiphany January 2019
Donuts and Pictures–Disorderly –Cozy Piles by Rogue Falconer–Collabor88 January 2019
Books with mug–Kalopsia –Cleo Pile of books–by Isabeau B de Laurent (isabeau.baragula)–Collabor88 January 2019
Mug–Kalopsia –Cleo Latte Mug by Isabeau B de Laurent (isabeau.baragula)–Collabor88 January 2019
Speaker–Bueno–Suitcase Speaker–by buenosl–Epiphany January 2019
Pillow with eye mask–Dahlia -Lazy Days–Eye Mask Pillow by June Fallon–Epiphany January 2019
Laundry Basket–Tarte–Laundry basket with lights–by Alessandra Donato (alixxbella)–Soiree January 2019
Mirror–kalopsia –Cleo Fancy Mirror by Isabeau B de Laurent (isabeau.baragula)–Collabor88 January 2019
Books by arm–Bueno–Stacks of books deep thoughts by buenosl–Epiphany January 2019
box of square sweets–++Half Deer++–Sugar Crush Petit Fours by Halo (halogen.magic)–Epiphany January 2019
heart box of chocolates—++half Deer++–Sugar Crush Cat Truffles–by Halo (halogen.magic)–Epiphany 2019
Bag–Bueno–Love bag Pink by buenosl–Epiphany January 2019
Pots&Vase–Bueno–Pot&Vase Set Silver by buenosl–Epiphany January 209
Cookies, blanket, magazines, and eye glasses–Disorderly –Cozy Piles by Rogue Falconer–Collabor88 January 2019
Bunny Parfait–++Half Deer++–Sugar crush bunny parfait by Halo (halogen.magic)–Epiphany January 2019
Bear Cream puff–++Half Deer++–Sugar Crush Bear Creampuff—by Halo (halogen.magic)–Epiphany January 2019
Pink blanket under tent–Half Deer –Messy Blanket/rug by Halo (halogen.magic)–mainstore
Tent–Foxwood–Starlight Tent Rare by Dani (nina.helix)–Epiphany January 2019
White flowers near tent–anc–camellia branch by aki69–mainstore
Star lights–{anc} -Starlamp lemon by aki69–mainstore
pink hanging lamp–Kalopsia –Cleo Art Deco Lamp by Isabeau B de Laurent (isabeau.baragula)–Collabor88 January 2019
Room Divider–dust bunny –Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)–Fameshed January 2019
Hanging Globe with flowers in it–Foxwood–Starlight Globe by Dani (nina.helix)–Epiphany January 2019

 

 

Pose–Bauhaus Movement–subtle infestation by LouLou Hill (loulou.teichmann)–Pose Fair January 2019

 

 

 

New beginnings

 

 

 

 

And now we welcome the new year. Full of things that have never been. Rainer Maria Rilke

The holidays were a whirl wind. They had the ability to sneak up on me, when I least expected it. Before you know it, I was ordering presents, sending out baked goods (made by someone else of course), and wrapping gifts to place under my tree. I blinked right into a new year. Christmas day was a complete blur. New Year’s was a very welcomed new Beginning.

I usually do a year in review. But last year was one of those years.. I have no problem forgetting. It seemed like if it could go wrong, then it did. I had a close friend of mine tell me recently that not all years will be great. Some will be awesome. Some will be rough. Some will be frustrating.. Some will be.. well you get the point. The only thing you can do is fight like hell for happy moments and make the most of them.

I am working hard in real life and in second life to just be happy at the moment. Taking pictures is part of that process, so ..I really enjoyed taking this picture. And I hope others can see that. A few years ago, I always went out for New Years. I really wanted to portray that party scene with this picture. I couldn’t do that without the latest events, which leads me into my next topic…

The pose fair opened and this round seems to be even better than the last, and my favorite.. collabor88 also opened. A friend of mine has some really fun poses for sale. The poses in the picture are from Cuca@Design and the backdrop is from Illuzion, which are all available at the pose fair. My outfit is from collabor88 and the male in the picture is wearing an outfit from TMD event. ANDDDDD… GENUS. We HAVE to talk about the genus head. If you were part of the beta head, before it hit the store for sale, you get the baby face bento head FOR FREE! You just have to go to redelivery and it will be in the folder, to unpack. I was super excited to get the head. It isn’t featured in the above photo… but stay tuned. If you like any of the items featured in the above photo, please check out my credits.

Okay before I forget this, I want to make a quick note. Recently.. and bear with me, I watched a Taylor Swift concert on Netflix. Say what you will, about her…but her show was a lot of fun to watch. She talked about having a reputation. And there’s been a lot of discussion about reputations (it’s the name of her stadium tour). A reputation is none of our business. People will say things. Work hard. Ignore it. Your friends will know you. Sometimes you just have to focus on yourself and not worry about what is said about you. Work hard. Be good at what you do. People will love you. People will hate you, but how you feel about yourself is way more important. Her performance was just sort of magical… but I have a thing for dancing and singing. I like a good show. And… can someone please make a gold snake microphone.. kind of love that…  Yeah I had to write this article.. because that microphone was awesome. Also, I think it’s always good to have your own experiences with people, before you judge them–but that’s just me. The picture above was inspired by her concert. Oh and… always take anger and put it into something productive♥♥♥ Okay.. now that my thoughts have exploded on this page….  go shopping and buy those awesome things!!

Just Be YOU!

Holidays can be a really difficult time of the year for people. So I’m urging people to be kind to one another.

Cheers,

Violet XOXO

rings-Yummy–comfy cozy ring set by Polyester Partridge–collabor88 January 2019
Nails–Euphoric –Superstar Bento Nails–bydemi Placebo Kinky December 2018
Glasses–Random Random Matter–Kwan Glasses by 슬기 sᴇᴜʟɢɪ (nikohl.hax)–Collabor88 January 2019
Hair–EXILE–Talia by Kavar Cleanslate–Collabor88 January 2019
Head–Genus–Classic Head by GENUS Project-Official Account (genusproject)–mainstore
Top–JustBecause –Vickie Top by Annie Melson–Collabor88 January 2019
Choker, Earrings, Necklace, long chain, natural stone necklace–LaGyo Marla by LaGyo (gyorgyna.larnia)–Collabor88 January 2019
Pants–The Secret Store –Meya Leather Pants by Maylee (maylee.oh)–Collabor88 January 2019
Decor
Backdrop–illuZion –all night backdrop by Zorian Daines—Pose Fair January 2019
Female Pose–Cuca@Design–Female Dances Vol 1 by Cuore Capalini Carillon (cuore.capalini)–Pose Fair January 2019
Male Pose—Cuca@Design –Male Dances Vol2 by Cuore Capalini Carillon (cuore.capalini)–Pose Fair 2019
Confetti Strands long–Dust Bunny –Glam Celebration by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)–mainstore
Circle Confetti–++Half Deer++–Pastel Confetti by Halo (halogen.magic)–mainstore
Happy New Year balloons–Goose–Happy New Year Balloon Set by Tyrek Skywalker (tyrek)–old gacha item
balloons on floor–Foxcity –Blush Balloons by Satomi Masukami–mainstore
Balloons behind new year balloons–{anc}–Pom Poms Balloon by aki69–mainstore
Clear balloon on right with confetti in it–Apple Fall –Confetti Balloon Gold by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)–mainstore

male model
Shirt–VRSION –RV32 Jacket by Rain RV (badon.rain)–TMD January 2019 (The Mens Department)
Pants–VRSION –RV32 Pants by Rain RV (badon.rain)–TMD January 2019

 

Gold heart balloon–Mishmish –Foil balloon Heart by Aime Takaaki–mainstore

 

Quick note.. For the best results with the poses, please make sure to take off all huds and turn off all hand controls through the main and the hand hud . The right hand of the pose is suppose to have straight fingers. I tried multiply times with the Firestorm viewer and the only way to get the fingers to straighten was to take off every hud and turn off hand movements. My apologies to Cuca@Designs. I tried turning them off the hand pose through the maitreya hud and the separate hand hud, but it failed. And I did not realize it until the picture was posted.