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

The Moon

“I don’t know what sex appeal is. I don’t think you can have sex appeal knowingly. The people who seduce me personally are the people who seem not to know they’re seductive, and not to know they have sex appeal.”  Omar Sharif Read

I had the wonderful opportunity to go to Romp. This round is pretty great. However, I do wish that more clothes and items were geared towards men. But I’m always wanting more items for men. Girls have all the fun. It’s so not fair. I know …I know.. I know, but you’re a girl!! So? I still want options for everyone to enjoy. 🙂

Anyway, I chose this quote because I totally agree with it. I think the most seductive people seem to be those who have no idea. It’s always the way! There’s something so alluring about a mask, and a neon dark lit room. I know that it just screams seduction or at least it does for me.

Now onto the title of this post, the moon is another major arcana card in the Tarot deck. It’s a card that I get a lot, in readings. It represents hidden facts, jealousy, deception. This card is connected to the night. I always think seduction happens at night—why…. I have no idea. But anyway, that’s enough about this card, lets talk about Romp.

Every time I go to Romp, I always find items that make me feel a bit hawt. The bed, corset, cuffs, and shoes are all from this wonderful event. This is definitely one of my favorite outfits. And it came from this event. breathe created my shoes. My corset was a collaboration between Altair and [CX]. The bed is by Dictatorship and it’s called contempo. I really do like this company. They do run on the expensive side, but some of my favorite furniture comes from this company. The bed in the picture is currently available at Romp.

Speaking of pictures, I felt very inspired by Nicki Minaj and her videos for this one. I think they are insanely creative, so there are links to some of her music with this post. I love taking pictures and listening to music. I think music and art go hand in hand. It adds to my creativity and sets a mood for the pictures. I had a lot of fun creating this picture.

I thoroughly enjoy taking pictures. I would never be able to take these photos without the help of the designers who spend hours of learning how to make their creations. Thank you so much for allowing me to be creative. Without you, my photos would not exist. I really do appreciate all of their hard work. So a big thank you!!

Also, to change the subject a bit, I would like to wish everyone a very Happy Belated Mother’s Day to all the moms out there!! I hope everyone had a wonderful day yesterday.

My next blog post will feature Collabor88. I’m sorry that my post is a little late. It is coming soon. I promise. Real life has been super busy lately. BUT I’ll be around a bit more soon.

Before I end this post, I want to put love out there in the world again. I really hope that everything is going well for every one inworld. I’m sending you all love and light. It’s important to put out love in the universe. I always believe what you put into the world will come back to you in spades.

Okay now get out there and head to ROMP!!! If you like any of the items featured in the above photo, please check out my credits down below.

Credits

Hair–stealthic –Paradox by Hunter (stealthic)
Mask–Le Forme –Bunny mask by Lou (louise.marsault)
corset–Altair&[CX] collaboration–Bunny Suit by Helli Nikiforov (thanako) and Cᴇʀʙᴇʀᴜs (kamayari)–Romp May 2018
Cuffs–Altair&[CX] Collaboration –Bunny Suit by Helli Nikiforov (thanako) and Cᴇʀʙᴇʀᴜs (kamayari)–Romp May 2018
Shoes–Breathe–Michi by daisa Admiral–Romp May 2018

Bed–Dictatorship –contempo by Dee (dictatorshop)

Pose–Bauhaus Movement –Disseminated Anime Style by LouLou Hill (loulou.teichmann)

Glow

“Love yourself enough to apologize, forgive, and move forward. It is the most freeing thing you can do.” By Me

It’s a new year, which means a lot of people are making resolutions to get fit and moving. Collabor88 was no stranger to this theme. As a result, designers made all kinds of goodies like yoga pants, sports bras, and even exercise equipment.Once you leave this event, you’ll have everything you need to get inspired for a little fitness program of your own.

Generally, I don’t make too many resolutions myself. I’d like to move a little more like everyone else. The only wish I have for the new year is to be healthier, happier, and kinder. I’d like to love a bit more and show more compassion towards others. I’d like to give to the world–what I need in return. I guess….. I’d like to be a better version of myself. I think lots of people wish that too. Now contemplating all those things, I do have resolutions.

Speaking of  fitness, I felt inspired, so I made an exercise scene of my own for this photo. I found the weights, exercise ball, and yoga mat at Collabor88. The yoga mat comes with a ton of poses. Kalopsia made all of these items. I love this store and I have so many things from them. I always go back to them for those little things that make a home. I can’t gush over them enough. The yoga mat comes with nine different textures: wine, purple, charcoal, pizza, green, beige, soul, pink, and blue. The exercise ball also has texture options of green, blue, and lemon. There’s even a cute little bag available, which says don’t sweat sparkle (not featured in the above photo). I would highly recommend checking them out.

Then, I went to Kustom9 with one of my good friends. We found this adorable workout set from Pumpkin, which is another one of my favorite companies. I have so many pieces from them. I’m happy to see them participating in events. The shirt is called a layered crop top tee. It’s on sale in gray, gray with a barbie written on it, green, black with the logo for thrasher magazine, and plain black. There’s a choice of gray, pink, red, green, orange and gray leaf print, and plain black.  I’m wearing the gray shirt with the Barbie print and pink sweatpants. I really love the detail in the shirt and the pants. For more information, check out my credits at the bottom of this post.

I had so much fun. I really enjoyed the yoga poses, decorating, and dressing up for this picture.I hope that you find something that intrigues or inspires you. I wish you all a happy and safe New Year. I hope that you accomplish goals, fall in love, and have great health for 2017….maybe even make some great memories along the way.

Be kind to one another.

Cheers,

Violet XOXO

Credits

Head–LeLutka–Simone Bento head by Thora Charron
Body–Maitreya –Lara by Onyx LeShelle
Hands–Vista –Prohand Bento by VistaMesh
Shirt–Pumpkin–Layered Crop Tee by Mr. Awesome (yukio.osei)–Kustom9
Pants–Pumpkin –Sweatpants by Mr. Awesome (yukio.osei)–Kustom9
Shoes–Flite –Lowtop Ducks by Liam OJ Simpson (liamcole)
Hair–Magika –Drive by Sabina Gully
Decor

Sign–Kalopsia –Kali’s shelf by Honey Beaubeau Lacey (isabeau.baragula)
Exercise ball–Kalopsia –Kali’s yoga Ball by Honey Beaubeau Lacey (isabeau.baragula)
Weights–Kalopsia –Kali’s weights by Honey Beaubeau Lacey (isabeau.baragula)
Yoga Mat–Kalopsia –Kali’s Yoga Bat by Honey Beaubeau Lacey (isabeau.baragula)
Cat Light–+Half Deer+–Slumber Lamps by Halo (halogen.magic)
Jar–keke –Snow jar by ᴋᴇᴀɴ ᴋᴇʟʟʏ (kean.kelly)–(gacha) check marketplace and main store
Table–MudHoney –Lenore Table by Rayvn Hynes (gacha)–check marketplace and main store

Calm

 

“Those who are free of resentful thoughts surely find peace.” Buddha

Whew, I’m back after a very long and much needed break. I took some time with family and friends. I partied way too hard and I slept even longer. BUT, I’m BACK! I’ve had some time to reflect on this past year. I’ve come a long way in blogging and taking pictures. I’ve gained some awesome followers too. I’m thankful for each and every like and follow. I think it’s incredible, when other people take a liking to my blog. I hope that I can inspire and help those who read my articles, while I take this blogging journey.

Speaking of the journey ahead, we’re in a New Year, which means New Year’s resolutions. I’ve made a few of my own.  I hope to grow as a blogger and photographer. I also wish for a peaceful mind and a peaceful life. Sometimes it can get hectic. I know the past few weeks have been a blur of events. Some were memorable and some will be forgotten. What remains the same is me. I’m still here.

This past year, it was a whirlwind of events. I had numerous doctor’s appointments. I had set backs. I smiled. I cried. I even reconnected with old friends. Now, I’m in the mind set to make goals for myself–however big or small in all worlds. I hope all of you find your happy place in 2017. Life is so incredibly precious. We all should take moments to find joy, wherever we can. For me, it means letting resentments go. Then, according to Buddha, I’ll find my own peace and happy place.

Okay, okay, okay, I’m done with reflecting on the past year. I know you want to get to the goods….what I’m wearing and who I’m wearing.We should really talk about the new changes across the grid. I’m talking about Bento. Ohhh Bento, you put my panties in a bunch. I was so stressed out about you. BUT, it was all for nothing. I proclaimed to friends. I wouldn’t get a Bento head. I ranted and raved about having to make a shape, because I’m stubborn and refuse to buy a shape. For those who don’t know Bento heads have the capability of being edited. You get the seamless look of mesh, while having individuality–which so many residents crave. Alas, I caved. I went into those stores and bought one, after weeks of fretting about which one to buy.

Which head did you buy Vi? Well, I bought the lovely Simone head from LeLutka. Now, now, now, I hear the crowds in the back gasping in shock. WHAT? You bought a LeLutka head? Yes, I did. However, I’ve been a fan of Lelutka and Catwa for a very long time. Lelutka worked with my previous shape a little better. So I decided to go back to an oldie, but a goodie…..LeLutka. The hud is user friendly. It works with any makeup for any of their previous LeLutka mesh heads, which meant I could go back to some of my favorite makeup. Yayyyyy Izzies! Along with makeup, I can now do a few facial movements, which are a little smoother than Catwa’s–in my opinion. The head is 5,000L, but comes with all the animations.

Then, there’s the ease of their Hud. It comes with animations, scalp removal, teeth, face light, eyeshadow, lipstick, and too many other features to mention. To learn more about what the hud includes, you can visit this website LeLutka Bento Head Info Site

Finally, I also broke down and bought the Bento hands, after my skin company released appliers. I wasn’t ready to give up my favorite skin. Thankfully, many skin companies are releasing skin appliers, which are used with the Omega hud. At first, it was a little hard to find, but I found it on the sign for the Bento Hands. The wonderful part is that the Omega hud is inexpensive–at 99L. You wear the omega hud and skin applier at the same time–and just click on the skin applier. Then voila, you’re hands will match.You can find the Omega Hud in the Vista Store 

When you buy the hands, it’s really important to buy the AO as well. The Bento hands work with the AO. Otherwise, it looks a little funny. I purchased the Bento Prohands from Vista. I also bought the Miriam AO, which is sold separately. The hands are 999L and the AO is 1,999L. It’s seems kind of pricey. However, the AO comes with a test hud, which includes animations like making a heart with your hands, taking selfies (it comes with a phone) and cough cough….giving someone the bird–and I don’t mean doves. Okay, this about covers everything bento related.

I’d also like to make a quick note that Bento hands require Bento poses. I found this pose at Kiss Me Poses A lot of pose makers are starting to create poses for these hands. There are a few floating around on the market place. I found this store on the MP.

Before I forget, I want to mention my hair and makeup. My hair is from Doux, which is a branch of L’Etre. I bought my makeup at Studio Exposure called Love Me Baby Eyes and Lips Collection. The fatpack runs about 600L. My hair from Doux is called Scarlet. For any more information, check out my credits below.

As always, be kind to one another. Happy New Year!

Violet XOXO

Credits

Head–LeLutka –Simone bento Head by Thora Charron
Body–Maitreya –Lara by Onyx LeShelle
Hair–Doux –Scarlet–by David Cooper
Eyeshadow–Studio Exposure –Love Me Baby Eyes and Lips By Aeons (aeonsgloom)
Lipstick-Izzie’s –Free Natural Lip appliers for LeLutka by Izzie Button
Hands–Vista –Bento Prohands by VistaMesh
Skin–DeeTalez–Jolie by deetalez.com (steffi.villota)
Pose–Kiss Me Poses–Peace Hud–by ღMɪsᴛʏღ™ (midnightmistxx)
Eyes–IKON –Charm Eyes–by Ikon Innovia