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Autumn Burst

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1 Autumn Burst

“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.”
― L.M. Montgomery, “Anne of Green Gables”

A typical October day…you head out, expecting cool temperatures and a chance of rain, only to be caught in a burst of autumn sunshine. Layers and a stylish hat are fashion musts during this season.

Between JfL Real Hats and (Milk Motion), I’m covered. The hat is one of Johnfrancis’ two latest releases (there is a plain version, along with the patterned chapeau I’m wearing) and the sweater and skirt can be found at this month’s round of Collabor88. Only two days into this monthly event and I’ve managed to get in twice; once, to shop and the other when I accidentally hit TP instead of copying the SLurl from the map. Never fear – I left quickly to make room for those waiting to get in!

Get dressed, get out, and enjoy this world of October.

Sweater: (Milk Motion) Loose knit sweater – S – beige by Marie Lauridsen (Available at Collabor88 Oct 2014)
Skirt: (Milk Motion) mini pleated leather skirt – S – black by Marie Lauridsen (Available at Collabor88 Oct 2014)
*Hat: JfL Real Hats JfL rain hat V.2 leaf pattern, olive by Johnfrancis Laville
Tights: Izzie’s – Tights black (less sheer) by Izzie Button
Earrings: Maxi Gossamer MG – Earrings – Boho Bliss Tassel-Tastic by Maxi Gossamer
Hair: Amacci Hair Nicky ~ Red Auburn by Carina Larsen
Skin: [PXL] Creations [PXL] JADE NAT PetalPink MEB C2 (FR) by Hart Larsson
Hands: Slink Mesh Hands (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Hand appliers:[PXL] Creations – [ PXL ] Slink Hand Appliers NAT by Hart Larsson
Eyes: Amacci Gaze Eyes – Ocean Blue by Carina Larsen
Lashes: Mon Cheri *MC* “Falsies” Eyelash by Freya Oliveri

Pose: GLITTERATI – Hands 4 by Katey Coppola

Location: Sacred

Photo taken using the LumiPro HUD by Stefan Buscaylet

On The Inside, Looking Out

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1 Montmartre 1

“- I see the real world, Nancy. But it doesn’t seem real to me.
– How does it seem?
– It seems like an illusion that nobody notices.”
― Stevie Mikayne, Jellicle Girl

Just one of those days.

Pretty stuff I’m showing off:

Dress: (Kunglers) TDRF 040 – Silver dress by AvaGardner Kungler (available at The Dressing Room Fusion May 2014)
Bag: Swallow safari Clutch White and silver by luciayes Magic (available at The Dressing Room Fusion May 2014)
Earrings: Pure Poison – PP – Triandre Silver Earrings by Shaleene Kenin (Group Gift)
Hair: “”D!va”” Hair “Ana” (Type A)(Garnet) by Marisa Kira
Skin: [PXL] Creations [PXL] JADE NAT Terre MEB C2 (FR) by Hart Larsson
Hands: Slink Mesh Hands (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Hand appliers:[PXL] Creations – [ PXL ] Slink Hand Appliers NAT by Hart Larsson

Build: (Milk Motion) flat in Montmartre – all white by Marie Lauridsen

Pose: oOo Studio Poses fever_six by Oleanka Chesnokov

Photo taken using the LumiPro HUD

Supporting Calas Galadhon

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1 Calas Galadhon in Spring

Spring has returned to Calas Galadhon Park so I had to pop over to pay it a visit. Ty Tenk and Truck Meredith never disappoint and the park is as lovely in spring as it was charming in winter.

One thing you may notice on your visit is that the donation kiosks have been changed to reflect a monthly target amount. As of May, Ty & Truck will have to reduce the amount they personally put toward the $1,485 US dollars cost for them to maintain the full 11 sims. Yes, you read that right. That is the total in US dollars they contribute monthly to make the park available to SL residents.

This means, in effect, that if donations don’t meet a certain level, part of the park may have to be closed.

If you visit Calas Galadhon and have a few Lindens to spare, please drop them into one of the kiosks on your favourite sim. Or split it between several sims if you are in love with more than one. They pool the money for the payment, but the donation kiosk you choose will help them decide which sims to keep and which to let go, if it comes to that. Because this park is so special I would hate to see any of it disappear, but as always, real life commitments often get in the way of our Second Life dreams so this decision is completely understandable. You can read more about this on the Calas Galadhon Park blog.

I chose this location to photograph because I have always loved this painting, The Singing Butler by Jack Vettriano. Is it my favourite location at Calas Galadhon Park? Well, it is one of many. I made small donations on two of the sims, but I will be going back to add to that total. There are so many delightful spots in the park that I want to help preserve. Please, if you have a preference, head over to help out Ty and Truck. Even if you don’t have a favourite but do have a few extra Lindens tucked away for a rainy day, this is a wonderful way to help support these two people who have given so much beauty to the residents of our virtual world.

Pretty stuff I’m wearing:

Umbrella: *BOOM* Rain no rain umbrella. -lemon- by Aranel Ah (gacha prize at The Arcade March 2014)
Top: Tee*fy Marlene Blouse Lemon/offShoulder by Azure Electricteeth (available at Collabor88 March 2014)
Skirt: (Milk Motion) silk skater skirt – white/black by Marie Lauridsen (available at Collabor88 March 2014)
Necklace: Maxi Gossamer – MG Necklace – Patience – Heart Watch Pendant – Long – GOLD by Maxi Gossamer
Shoes: KIM-Mia S.Heel-(Requires Slink Feet)-Yellow by Kimberly Flagon (purchased at Slink West)
Hair: *ARGRACE* MIZUKI – Red by rika Oyen
Skin: [PXL] Creations – [PXL] JADE SK Bare Lips MEB C2 by Hart Larsson
Eye Makeup: [PXL] Creations – [PXL] JADE SK Smokey Eyes by Hart Larsson
Hands: Slink Mesh Hands (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Feet: Slink Mesh Feet (Av) Mid by Siddean Munro
Hand & Feet appliers:[PXL] Creations – [ PXL ] Slink Hand & Feet Appliers SK by Hart Larsson
Eyes: Amacci Gaze Eyes – Ocean Blue by Carina Larsen
Lashes: Mon Cheri *MC* “Falsies” Eyelash by Freya Oliveri

Pose: aDORKable Poses: Attitude 1 by Adorkable Peapod

Location: Calas Galadhon