Things in Bloom

Never give up. Today is hard, tomorrow will be worse, but the day after tomorrow will be sunshine. Jack Ma

I’m going to keep this blog short, because I need to. I’m sorry everyone. When I feel a bit better, I’ll write a long post.

However since there are so many events featured in this post, I want to go over them very briefly. As you can see a lot of items came from this month’s bloom event. I also visited Collabor88, whore couture, kustom9, shiny shabby, and FaMESHed. Whew, yup I did some major retail therapy. I also bought a ton of items from Tentacio. I keep loving everything they create lately. It’s just flat out beautiful. Ariskea has also made some really great items. Nutmeg is a long time favorite of mine. I can’t rave about them enough. I buy everything they make. I’m not even ashamed. Foxwood, Apple fall, Granola, and HEXtraordinary also made some great pieces that all work really well together. My hair from SINTIKLIA has also become a new favorite. I love their hair. My pants from cynful are extremely elegant, and my top from Bombshell is incredibly sexy. Last but certainly not least is my pose from Cuca Designs, which is featured at whore couture fair. It only has a few more days so you will have to hurry. I have to say that she has made a handful of very sweet poses and they really are incredibly wonderful. All of the items in this picture will be used again. I’m certain of it. Truly, designers.. I’m looking forward to spring. All of your creations have been very beautiful. Thank you for making pretty pretty pretty things for me to buy ♥

Be kind To One Another

Cheers

Violet

Credits.

puppy in basket–Foxwood–Lilly puppy basket by Dani (nina.helix)–N21 March 219
Branch with flowers on book–HEXtraordinary –pink dogwood branch by Corwin Lacourte–Bloom March 2019
Book with flowers–Tentacio –flower memories by May Tolsen–Bloom March 2019
flower envelope–Tentacio — flower memories rose envelope by May Tolsen–Bloom March 2019
Scrap book–Tentacio –travel with me memories by May Tolsen–Kustom9 March 2019
Suitcase, magazines and lotion–Tentacio –Travel with me luggage by May Tolsen–Kustom9 March 2019
papers with daisy heart, and book with cranes–tentacio –Flower memories Daisy Memories by May Tolsen–Bloom March 2019
Bag with flowers–Ariskea –Folia flower paper bag by Seo yun (diaxm)–faMESHED march 2019
Hat on top of newspaper–Nutmeg –Disarray Newspaper & Hat by Neva Xenga (nevacrystall)—Shiny Shabby March 2019
Dresser–Ariskea –Clarity Dresser by Seo yun (diaxm)–Kustom9 March 2019
Basket with flower on dresser–Ariskea –Clarity Birdy cage by Seo yun (diaxm)–Kustom9 March 2019
Inspiration wall art–Ariskea –Clarity Frame with quotes love by Seo yun (diaxm)–kustom9 March 2019
White vase with white flower–Apple Fall –Wes Village Magnolia Arrangement by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)–N21 March 2019
Pink teapot with flowers–Granola –willow teapot planter soft pink by Kimbra Iridescent–Bloom March 2019
Hanging plant located near quote–Ariskea –Hanging Plants by Dani (nina.helix)–Kustom9 March 2019
Circular flower wreath decor–HEXtraordinary –pink dogwood wreath by Corwin Lacourte–Bloom March 2019

What I’m wearing

Hair—SINTIKLIA –Milan by Sintiklia (sintikliasims)–Collabor88 March 2019
Shirt—bombshell –Gemma by B O M B S H E L L (bombshellqueen)–Collabor88 March 2019
Pants–Cynful –Trinity Trousers by Cynthia Ultsch–Collabor88 March 2019
Pose–Cuca Designs –Sweetie by Cuore Capalini Carillon (cuore.capalini)–Whore Couture March 2019

Christmas Love

 

 

Love one another and help others to rise to the higher levels, simply by pouring out love. Love is infectious and the greatest healing energy. Sai Baba

I once had someone tell me that .. I never have to explain myself. And I think sometimes..especially in second life, I don’t have to. I tried to decide what to put in this latest blog post, and I’ve written it a bunch of times. I finally have decided not to post in detail about my struggles. I am going through things that are difficult and struggling at this time. Thank you for your patience.

However, I will touch base with a few things though, in regards to flickr and tumblr. Some know about the impending changes on tumblr.  Flickr has gone through a few as well. I tried to post a picture a few days ago, but the middle arrow was gray to me. I don’t post restrictive photos often, but I air on the side of caution in regards to lingerie or anything sexual in nature. Since, I don’t post restrictive content often… it could have been like this for the longest time and I just didn’t know that you can’t link the picture directly to a blog post.

I love blogging and I would hate worrying about my flickr page, so I’m careful. The US imposed a bill making companies responsible for the content on their websites. Meaning, if sex trafficking were to be found on their website, the government would hold the website responsible. So websites have now been responding with strict rules or new rules all together in regards to content.

As much as I enjoy taking scandalous photos from time to time, I will be careful from now on in regards to my blog. Since I do air on the side of caution and I have worked hard on my blog for quite some time, I will try to make everything as pg as possible on my page. Hopefully that law will be looked at again and changed, since I think this punishes users and not the criminals that they’re seeking. I will link an article speaking about the law. This is the reason for why so many sites are changing their rules. I’ve seen a lot of second life residents react to the rules (such as tumblr), but not question why it’s happening. This is the reason that it’s happening.. unfortunately.

The reason I will air on the side of caution is because once censorship begins… one has to wonder where it will stop and one has to wonder how it will effect them. Meaning, I do not want my flickr shut down due to sharing my inworld pictures on my blog (even though I highly doubt that will happen). Again, I am just being careful. Better safe than sorry.

And I will touch base on one final thing, before getting to my credits. I am struggling in my real life. I have bad days. I have good days. Little things can seem bigger than they really are, because of those bad days. So if things upset me, I will tend to back off. I’m not doing it to upset anyone. I am doing it for my own mental health. I’m going through enough in real life and sometimes stepping away from an upsetting situation, until I’m in the mental space to handle it is mandatory. I would hate to say or do something that I regret. Again, thank you for your patience at this time.

Article about a controversial new law

Be Kind To One Another

Cheers,

Violet XOXO

credits

violet

Hair–Exile–Monet by Kavar Cleanslate–collabor88 December 2018
Bra–Mossu–Fuzzy Bra by Stephen (akirakiyoi)–Collabor88 December 2018
Panties–Mossu –Fuzzy Panties by Stephen (akirakiyoi)–collabor88 December 2018
Decpr

Rug–Nutmeg–Just a bunch of pillows by Neva Xenga (nevacrystall)–Mainstore
Geen pillow–Sayo–Punchline Pillows by Kayami Osakki (kaysha.piers)–Epiphany December 2018
Tree on right–Soy–Tree Nut Lights by Soyoy–Collabor88 December 2018
Radiator–Second Spaces –Cozy Corner Radiator by Elle Kirshner –Collabor88 December 2018
Decorative–Second Spaces –Cozy Corner tassel by Elle Kirshner–Collabor88 December 2018
Basket–Second Spaces –Cozy Corner Basket by Elle Kirshner–Collabor88 December 2018
Hanging Tree Decor–MG (Maxine Gossamer)–Wishbringer Snowflake Mobile by Maxi Gossamer–Collabor88 December 2018
Brownies–Eliavah –Peppermint Brownies Platter Gold by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–collabor88 December 2018
Glass of Champagne–ChicChica–Glass Of Champagne Deco by Lilo Denimore–Collabor88 December 2018
Plate of strawberries and cream–ChicChica –Strawberry Dispenser by Lilo Denimore–Collabor88 December 2018
Champagne bottles–ChicChica –Bottle of Champagne by Lilo Denimore–Collabor99 December 2018
Lights on Fireplace–Soy–Fancy Flower String Lights–by Soyoy–Collabor88 December 2018
Stockings on Fireplace–Merak–Holiday Socks by Aɳa Stone (annellystone)–The Arcade December 2018
Fireplace–Apple Fall–Clifton Cast Iron Fireplace by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)–mainstore

Pose–FMD–Reserved–by Cuore Capalini Carillon (cuore.capalini)–FMD Exclusive

Male Model
Pants–Lenox–Arctic Pants Navy by Leviathan Flux–TMD December 2018

Making memories

When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace. Jimi Hendrix

Me
hair–Entwined –Vilde–by Bʟᴀɪʀ (vivienmarli)–Uber November 2018
Skirt–Mossu–Festive Skirt by Stephen (akirakiyoi)–Uber November 2018
blouse–Mossu–Festive Sweater by Stephen (akirakiyoi)–uber November 2018
Lipstick–L’etre–Bold Lipstick by Dᴀᴠɪᴅ Cᴏᴏᴘᴇʀ (dam1710)–mainstore new release for genu’s head
Pose–Foxcity–Last Minute Bento Pose by Satomi Masukami–Uber November 2018

 

Yarn–Foxwood–November knitting by Dani (nina.helix)–Kustom9 November 2018
Cat–Foxwood–Sleepy Tabby Decor–by Dani (nina.helix)–Kustom9 November 2018
book on orange throw and mug–Foxwood–November Days by Dani (nina.helix)–kustom9 November 2018
Dog–Foxwood–Delilah–by Dani (nina.helix)–Tannenbaum December 2018
Fireplace–Foxwood–Delilah fireplace by Dani (nina.helix)–Tannenbaum December 2018
Rug–Foxwood–Delilah Rug by Dani (nina.helix)–Tannenbaum December 2018
Chair–Dictatorshop–Chesterfield Wingback adult by Dee (dictatorshop)–mainstore
Books–Nutmeg–Pile of Vintage books–group gift by Neva Xenga (nevacrystall)–mainstore
Tea–Dust Bunny–Woodland Dreams fresh rose tea by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)–Older Gacha Item
Side table–Nutmeg–Old Wooden Table by Neva Xenga (nevacrystall)–mainstore
plant–Mithral–Basil Philodendron by Evadne Quintessa–Kustom9 November 2018
Lamp–HEXtraordinary–Harvest Lantern by Corwin Lacourte–no longer available.. part of decoCrate.
Pictures frames–what next –Autumn pictures shelf by Winter Thorn–mainstore

 

It is a fine seasoning for joy to think of those we love. Moliere
Violet (me) ♥

Hair–exile–Daphne by Kavar Cleanslate–Epiphany December 2018
Sweater–Eliavah–Lazy Day Sweater by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–The Arcade December 2018–Rare
Leggings–Evani–Amber Leggings by ɴᴇꜱꜱᴀ (evastika.aura)–Uber
Camera–[Since1975]–Polaroid cam by ocean Craft–gift

Male Model
Pants–FashionNatic–Liam Jogger by ஜєℓєиαஜ (ellen.moonites)–Mancave December 2018
Hair-Doux–Troy by Dᴀᴠɪᴅ Cᴏᴏᴘᴇʀ (dam1710)–mainstore
Pose–Foxcity –Breakfast Bento Pose by Satomi Masukami–Uber November 2018

Kitchen Decor

Counter and island–Dust Bunny –Small Space Kitchen, sink, cabinet by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)–mainstore
Mixer–22796–kitchen machine by Paco Pooley–Epiphany December 2018
Cutting board with carrots–Dust Bunny –Homemade soup prep bowl by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)–mainstore
bagels–Tentacio –healthy bagels by May Tolsen–Kustom9 November 2018
Unicorn cookie jar–Dust Bunny –Unicorn cookie jar by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)–mainstore
Candy Canes in Cup–DAD–Oh My Christmas Cake–Green Candy mug by sheerpetal Roussel–Epiphany December 2018
Penguin mugs–what next–Wintertime Hot Cocoa by Winter Thorn–mainstore
Muffins–Tentacio –muffins breakfast by May Tolsen–mainstore
Cake with Kiwi on top–Apple Fall -Kiwi and Blueberry Cheesecakes–by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)–mainstore
Sketchpad with cookies–Apple Fall–Macaroons on sketchbook by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)–mainstore
Soup Bowls–Dust Bunny –Homemade soup bowls holder by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)–mainstore
Pitcher with spoons and utensils–nutmeg–by Neva Xenga (nevacrystall)–mainstore
Utensil holder (brown bowl)–Nutmeg–Store Utensil Holder by Neva Xenga (nevacrystall)–mainstore
Stove–Birdy–Forest Kitchen –Oven Light Rare by Dani (nina.helix)–The Arcade December 2018–Rare
Copper Pan–Dust Bunny –Homemade Soup Pot of soup copper by Noel Bunny (lxlnoel)–mainstore
Gingerbread cookies–Eliavah –Christmas Munchies– Gingerbread Plate by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–The Arcade December 2018
Bottle of Cocoa–Random Matter–Magical Holidays Cocoa Bottles by 슬기 sᴇᴜʟɢɪ (nikohl.hax)–Epiphany December 2018
Mug of hot cocoa on kitchen island–Eliavah –Christmas Munchies–gingerbread hot chocolate–The Arcade December 2018
Truffles–Eliavah —-Christmas Munchies–peppermint truffles–by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia) -The Arcade December 2018
Cake Pops blue–Eliavah –Christmas Munchies–Cake pop Tin by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–The Arcade December 2018
Cake Pops Green–Eliavah –Christmas Munchies–Cake Pop Tin Christams–by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–The Arcade December 2018

 

Normally, I don’t post a picture and credits first, BUT I have been a very busy girl in all world. As you can see above, I’ve been busy shopping and decorating (in both worlds!). I debated making this two separate posts. But I took the first picture and then received a few things from one of my sponsors and I wanted to make it a series. And so here we are.

There are a TON of great shopping right now. I’ve been to Kustom9, Tannenbaum, The Arcade, Uber, The epiphany, and black friday shopping.. whew so much shopping. And I did some real life shopping too….my poor wallet. But as you can see, I’ve been super busy planning this photo. This holiday season, you will see warm and cozy posts, featuring some great pieces by creators. They have surely been working super hard and it shows.

I’ve had some worried friends online and I want to assure everyone… I really am okay. I’ve been really busy in both worlds. Managing the holidays and physical therapy is definitely challenging. And I’ve had a few tough days thrown into the mix. Things will calm down soon. I’m sure of it. But I am working hard to create pictures that  I can be proud of.. and I hope that you like them too.

I have included all of my credits, below the photos. I thought this may be a bit easier to navigate due to the amount of items in each picture. My theme for this month with Peace, love, and joy. I encourage all residents to put issues aside, come together, and be friendly. Peace on Earth …good will toward one another is the true essence of the holidays. Lets love one another enough to care about each other. We can not live without the help of each other…and humanity can be a beautiful gorgeous part of life, when we seek the positive out of life. I hope you fill your heart with love and share that love with others this wonderful holiday season

Much love, Violet XOXO

Be Kind To One Another.. and lets try taking care of each other this holiday season ♥

 

The World

Resilience is all about being able to overcome the unexpected. Sustainability is about survival. The goal of resilience is to thrive. Jamais Cascio

 

This blog is much later than I ever intended. But it’s not due to a lack of effort. This one photo has a ton of things from events. I’m so excited about this one little photo. My feet really did hit the pavement.

Before I get into all the glorious shopping details, I want to talk a little bit about this quote and the name of the picture. I found this quote which touched a chord with me–especially right now. My whole world relies on me bouncing back and being resilient. Pain will ebb and flow. Sometimes you just have to do what you can on the good days. I thought about resilience, after having a truly difficult week with pain. I’ve always been one to say that I was in pain, but never really how that pain made me feel.

Bouncing back and not focusing on the bad days is so important. I’ve learned that yesterday may have been awful, but today can be better. You can’t focus on yesterday’s pain, when there’s a life to live today. My train of thought really brought me to the concept of resilience. Many of us have had to be resilient to stay strong in a virtual world. Many people bounce back from heart ache, failure, and criticism. There’s a resilience in bouncing back from those things. It’s definitely a skill.

I haven’t been the most resilient person sometimes. I’ve had trouble bouncing back from life’s bumps in the road–which goes for second life too. But in the end, I had the ability to overcome. Life doesn’t really give you a choice. Life is also mean and it will give you that lesson over and over again of resilience–with the rocky path that is life.

Speaking of rocky paths, I picked the picture to represent the world because of so many things. I’m a little touchy when it comes to prosthetics portrayed in second life. Any time I’ve portrayed myself with a piece of me that’s artificial like an arm or leg, I go through something emotionally. It’s more truth in that one picture. It’s one window. One peak to a mask lifted. I don’t normally run around inworld with a prosthetic anything for this reason. BUT.. if there was ever a reason to do it… it was the signs in the universe and this really hard week.

I’m scheduled to have a knee surgery in the very near future. My mother is disabled from a knee surgery that refused to heal correctly. It’s not something that I have told others about. I’m nervous and scared for so many reasons. However, seeing that prosthetic painted beautifully was a hopeful sign. Despite increased difficulty, it gives me hope that something hard can be beautiful in the end. Since this picture represents a big part of my world, there was no other arcana card in the tarot deck suited for this pic—other than the world. This is my world. These are my fears. This is the cause for such emotional upheaval. But you know what… it’s still beautiful–scars and all.

Now to create that beautiful reflection, I went to several events. My skirt came from the Dubai Event. It’s by Legal Insanity and called the Anna skirt. My head piece came from LODE and it’s from shiny shabby. My shirt is from Kustom9 by E.Marie. My legs are from N21 and by DRD. There’s also a gold flower pot in the background by Eliavah and available at Whimsical. As you can see, there are so many great events on the grid. If you need further info on any of the items featured in this picture, please check out my credits below. Thank you

One quick note, I was really hoping to see pashminas, rugs, and jewelry…gold at the Dubai event. I’m hoping to see these items. I have a few pashminas in real life from the middle east and I love them. I hope to buy a couple inworld soon. 😛

Much love,

Violet xoxo

P.S.–thank you to everyone who checked in with me this week and made me laugh–spent time with me. I’m really thankful for that.

 

Credits

Nails–N21–Sakura mesh nails by Nylon Pinkney–N21 May 2018
Rings–Yummy–Sweet like candy by Polyester Partridge N21 May 2018
Hair Piece–LODE–Valley Wreath (cotton) Rare by Chirzaka RV (chirzaka.vlodovic)–Shiny Shabby May 2018
Legs–DRD–Frida Prosthetic by Jaimy Hancroft–N21 may 2018
Shirt–E.Marie –Bustier Top by . E м i . (emilianamarie)–Kustom9 May 2018
Skirt–Legal Insanity –Anna skirt by EGO THE SIZE OF RUSSIA (datrip.blackbart)–Dubai May 2018
Hair–Stealthic –Somber by Hunter (stealthic)–Kustom9 May 2018

Furniture

Suitcases–Nutmeg–Old Suitcases Pink by Neva Xenga (nevacrystall) Shiny Shabby may 2018
white bag–Nutmeg—Straw bag pink–Neva Xenga (nevacrystall)–Shiny Shabby May 2018
flower vase–Eliavah –Stillglasses Roses 1 by e l i a v a h ღ (eliavahazaleia)–whimsical May 2018
Rugs–Trompe Loeil –Teigan Glamping Rug–by C. Edo (cory.edo)–mainstore
backdrop/chandelier/ottomon—-foxcity — My Wardrobe Photobooth by Satomi Masukami–Kustom9 May 2018
Potted plant–HIVE–Cordyline Tree by hive (thehivestore)–mainstore
Pose–Foxcity–Selfie by Satomi Masukami–Kustom9 May 2018