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Save My Seat

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It’s a common problem for a pet owner. You get up to grab a drink and come back to your furry friend curled up on your seat. If you have a dog, he will probably look at you with sad eyes, tail thumping slowly, hoping you don’t displace him. For cat owners, you know well that glare that says, “What? It’s full of warm. Go find another place to sit, Human.”

My darling little puss has this look down cold. She is usually only willing to give up her spot in exchange for a brushing. She normally wins.

Do make sure to check the shopping list today. There are TONS of goodies from several events to drool over. I do want to draw your attention to the desk set and accessories from .tree at Wayward Winter. You are most likely familiar with Karla Marama’s work as the designer of Pr!tty (store currently closed for remodeling). Karla has undertaken creating “trinkets and furniture” under the brand .tree . While she hasn’t yet opened a store in Second Life under this brand, you can find her lovingly crafted treasures exclusively at Wayward Winter. Each one is created with attention to detail, care and amazing quality. You don’t want to miss out on this chance to snatch up her work.

I’m heading over myself in a few minutes…save my seat.

Pretty stuff I’m showing off:

Romper: Dead Dollz McNamara – Pearl by Kiddo Oh (gacha prize at The Epiphany January 2016)
*Stockings: fri.day fri. – Lazy.Socks by Darling Monday (available at Wayward Winter through January 31st)
*Shoes: Salt & Pepper S&P pumps Fofina maitreya by xxSaltandPepperxx (available at Tres Chic through February 10th)
Hair: TRUTH HAIR Kasimire Hair by Truth Hawks (gacha prize at The Epiphany January 2016)
Tattoo: [White~Widow] Legend – Henna – RARE by Julie Hastings (gacha prize at The Epiphany January 2016)
Body, hands and feet: Maitreya Mesh Body – Lara by Onyx LeShelle
*Skin: [PXL] Creations Shara Winter NAT Makeup 03 REB C2 by Hart Larsson
Eyes: IKON Sovereign Eyes – Tropical by Ikon Innovia

*Available at Wayward Winter through January 31st (all review copies):
Tool Shed EXT – Quilted Ottoman – Wine by Fallacy DeCuir. Prim: 2
Tool Shed – Scattered Hearts – 1 – Light Dots by Fallacy DeCuir. Prim: 1
.tree {desk} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 2 (.tree has no main store or Marketplace store yet)
.tree {stool} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 2
.tree {baskets} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 3
.tree {winter kitty slippers} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 2
.tree {kitty pencil cup} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 3
.tree {computer} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 3
.tree {tablet+stylus} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 2
.tree {starfield projector} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 3
.tree {books} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 1
.tree {cupcake notes} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 1
.tree {wall shelf} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 3
tree. {lit hanging kitty frame+no frame} by ｋａｒｌａ (karla.marama). Prim: 1
[Brixley] recycled window (white) by Isabelle Requiem. Prim: 1
Astralia – Country Flowers (pink) by Astralia
! Lost Junction! [LJ] My Mousie Buddie – Tawny – Rez by Tala Laval. Prim: 1
Concept} 04. Mr. Bean & Co. – Cat Pillows by Serab. Prim: 1 (gacha prize)
hive // cabin in the woods by hive (thehivestore). Prim: 73

Available at Shiny Shabby through February 10th:
*[ keke ] tall metal box by Kean Kelly. Prim: 1
*[ keke ] book of magic by Kean Kelly. Prim: 1
BellEquipe Design Store {BE} Letter Pads and fountain pen by pokute (pokute.burt). Prim: 1
BellEquipe Design Store {BE} Envelope by pokute (pokute.burt). Prim: 1
BellEquipe Design Store {BE} Love Letter by pokute (pokute.burt). Prim: 1
Knick Knacks :KKs:: Rappelle-toi de Paris – les cartes postales by Natacha Haroldsen. Prim: 1 (gacha prize)
Ariskea [ Chic Baby ] Viene Babybreath Suspender by diaxm. Prim: 6
Meche Cozy Cottage Rug 2 by Eeilee. Prim: 1 (gacha prize)
Meche Cozy Cottage Couch by Eeilee. Prim: 8 (gacha prize)
Meche Cozy Cottage Rug 1 by Eeilee. Prim: 1 (gacha prize)
*LODE* Decor – Melody Pot [vintage rose] by Chirzaka RV (chirzaka.vlodovic). Prim: 2

Available at Kustom9
*[ keke ] we’re the ones we’ve been waiting for by Kean Kelly. Prim: 1
*[ keke ] bright star by Kean Kelly. Prim: 1
*[ keke ] star crown – queen by Kean Kelly. Prim: 1

Other
dust bunny . basket table by Noel Melody (lxlnoel). Prim: 1
dust bunny . book pile by Noel Melody (lxlnoel). Prim: 1
dust bunny & windsong . paper butterflies by Noel Melody (lxlnoel). Prim: 1
dust bunny . robin nest . silver by Noel Melody (lxlnoel). Prim: 1
Apple Fall Roses Box (Pink) by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns). Prim: 1
+Half-Deer+ Fairy Curtains White by Halo (halogen.magic). Prim: 4

*Pose: [Black Tulip] Rebirth in white #2 by Auryn Beorn (available at Wayward Winter through January 31st)

Photo taken with LUMIPro 2016 by Stefan Buscaylet

Secrets, Dreams, Memories, Hope.

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When I was an adolescent, my aunt nicknamed me “Grace.” Not because of my poise and elegance; it was what she called “an ironic nickname.” While I hadn’t been an overly clumsy child, something seemed to be triggered in puberty, turning me into the kid who walked into doors, slipped on the ice and slid underneath the school bus and fell up stairs. While I dreamed of being a gymnast, I was lucky to get out of my teens with only a few sprains and no broken bones.

Unfortunately, I didn’t grow out of my awkwardness as I reached my twenties. I was dubbed by an ex as “the only person who could fall down on dry concrete.” I began taking more care, paying more attention and eventually my spills and crashes began to lessen. I’m no ballerina, but I can now traverse a parking lot without tripping over the marking lines.

The moniker bestowed upon me by my aunt may seem a bit cruel. However, she used the nickname lovingly; she was, in fact, my favourite aunt. She discouraged me from doing too many cartwheels and instead, fed my love of books. She was a teacher with a wicked sense of humour and a passion for learning. She taught me that the best way to overcome a shortcoming was to face it head on and accept it, then turn it to my advantage. My lack of grace – and willingness to laugh at it – allowed me to accept who I was and focus on the things at which I excelled. I was an honour student, a leading lady in school and community plays, and the person who would always be the first to laugh. I embraced who I really was, replacing my hopes and dreams of becoming the next Nadia Comaneci with just becoming the best person I could be.

The tin box side table from [ keke ] that is the centrepiece of my photo was the catalyst for this little story. You are probably aware I am the biggest [ keke ] fan on the grid, but this newest release ranks right up with my favourites. It is, like all things Kean Kelly creates, delicate, detailed and lovingly crafted. From the subtle shading of the textures to her choice of font for the words, it is everything I love. Most of all, when a virtual object can prompt visceral memories, the creator has done her job.

You can find this little box of perfection at the [ keke ] mainstore. You will only need to provide the secrets, dreams, memories and hope.

Pretty stuff I’m showing off:

From [ keke ] by Kean Kelly

*[ keke ] tin box side table – bright (new release at Main Store)
[ keke ] glitter frames
[ keke ] water mister – floral
[ keke ] spring candle tin – brass 1
[ keke ] spring candle tin – floral 1
*[ keke ] skull keys
*[ keke ] winter flowers – small branch (available at The Seasons Story Winter – January 2016)
*[ keke ] winter flowers – large branch (available at The Seasons Story Winter – January 2016)
*[ keke ] winter flower ring (available at The Seasons Story Winter – January 2016)
*[ keke ] winter flower ground (available at The Seasons Story Winter – January 2016)
*[ keke ] tea lights – big random
*[ keke ] shimmer stars in a dish
*[ keke ] hogweed in vase
*[ keke ] winter metal box dusk
[ keke ] milk jug flowers – white
[ keke ] star cluster
[ keke ] twinkle pendel dark – mini
*[ keke ] shimmer dust

Build: Scarlet Creative Anya House by Scarlett Bartlett (available at Collabor88 January 2016)

Powering Up For New Year’s Eve

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After all of the build up, shopping, cooking and preparation, Christmas is over. Was Santa good to you? Did you have a day full of merriment and cheer? Are you heading out for the Boxing Day sales, or simply kicking back and recuperating?

No time to rest for long – New Year’s Eve is just around the corner. It’s time to think about decorating for the big celebration.

If you’re looking for pretty decor for your Second Life New Year’s Eve party, you can find the party star disc and gold stars from [ keke ] at SaNaRae. The event runs until January 18th, and all items are 50% off for the duration of the event. Kind of like the after Christmas sales.

Perfect for powering up for New Year’s Eve.

Pretty stuff I’m showing off:

*Disc: [ keke ] party star disc – gold/dark by Kean Kelly (available at SaNaRae Dec. 25th – Jan. 18th)
*Gold stars: [ keke ] party stars swirl – gold and party stars swirl simpler – gold by Kean Kelly (available at SaNaRae Dec. 25th – Jan. 18th)
Power lines: {anc} NO LIMITS.old electric pole[moss] by aki69 (gacha prize at The Arcade Dec. 2015)
Ladder: Kalopsia – Metal Ladder by Isabeau Baragula
Hanging stars: Kalopsia – Hanging Stars by Isabeau Baragula
Papers: Kalopsia – Flying Paper by Isabeau Baragula
*Ground glitter: [ keke ] shimmer dust by Kean Kelly (available for MIX at the mainstore December 2015)
Snow patches: +Half-Deer+ Snow Tracks – Patch (Light) by Halogen Magic
Light strings: +Half-Deer+ Stringlight Clutter by Halogen Magic
Trees: Studio Skye Enchanted Woods v2 by Alex Bader