Are you meant to be a Second Lifer?

Dear Diary:

Last Tuesday, Pamela Galli, owner of the fabulous furniture store, La Galleria, whose furniture I absolutely love, posted an interesting article on her blog about personalities and Second Life.  She used the example that people who are attracted to Second Life fit into a certain personality category. She herself is an INFP.  That made me think....what kind of personality am I?? So I just had to take the test, based on Myers-Briggs personality types, myself.

It was just a matter of going to the website and choosing the "yes" or "no" answer most appropriate for you.  It only takes a few minutes and you get the result.

I'm an ENTJ, a person who may not find Second Life interesting enough and yet I do.  The results indicated I am extroverted and intuitive, both which I think describes me.  When I looked into the careers I might pursue, I saw business, computer technology, counseling or the military, none of which I work in.  Basically it proves that we humans are diverse, complicated and intriguing with many likes and dislikes in our make-up.  But the test is fun to take and might give insight into how we are.

It was a fascinating afternoon finding out what kind of personality I have.  [Am I really like Napoleon??]  Read Pamela's interesting blog and find out where you can take the test yourself.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light - German Red lipstick)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: LeLutka Lola lashes
Hair: Dark Mouse Julie (chocolate) (12dayscatandmousmas)
Nails: Love Soul basic nail (orange)

Sweater and blouse: Skin Flicks sweater (dark citron)
Leggings: Fume` (Peqe) Inked RaveO (black)
Boots: Decoy Jully boots (onyx)

Earrings: NHA! Yuma earrings (group gift)

Desk and chair: MMG's work desk and chair
Laptop: What next
Plant: La Galleria sanseveria in pot
Carpet: Rug Centric MDG block border (camel) (no longer available)

As pure as the driven snow

Dear Diary:

Snow >> snowflakes >> pure >> WHITE!

 
Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Mila / HUSH
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: Glow Studio Bohemia eyelashes (raindrop)
Hair: Plume Kiss from a Rose (group gift)


Dress: SAS Antarctic (white) (with fluffy skirt, snowflake overlay)
Shoes: N-Core CHIC neige


Earrings: Mandala Milky Way 2

Photography studio and Poses: HelaMiyo (group gift)

What happened to the sun?

Dear Diary:

Remember I was telling you that I wanted the snow to go away?  Well, it snowed AGAIN!  And the weather turned colder AGAIN!  I'm going a little stir crazy.  I decided I better visit some place that had warm weather, sun and lots of flowers.  I put on a flowery dress, discarded my parka, put on sandals and dug out my summer purse. I picked the SLBotanical Gardens to visit.

When I first walked in the entrance, I found a shady forested area that had a shrub for a chair. 

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I sat there for a bit watching the water spurt from the water fountain and couldn't resist dipping in my hand. 

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 I sat under an apple tree covered with red apples.

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I finally thought I'd better continue since I still had a lot to see. I couldn't resist standing under the Dogwood surrounded by perfect blossoms.

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When I finally reached the meditation centre at the top, I was ready to sit in the quietness and rid my mind of the cold and wet and negative thoughts about the weather.

What a great way to recharge myself!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Hair: Oh Hair Oh my Ramen

Dress: Emery dress coral (for TDRB)
Shoes: SLink spike heel stilettos (taupe)
Purse: OC rattan summer purse
Glasses: Oddities Gallery MKN Beat glasses

Earrings: NHA! Yuma earrings (group gift)

Poses: Poseur (handbag)

Location: The SLBotanical Gardens

The Sky is Blue!

Dear Diary:

I'm managing to cover 3 important topics today.

1. Today is officially the first day of spring....HURRAY!!!  But why is the snow still here?  Where are the flowers?  Well, I'll wear a spring dress and sandals anyway.

2. I'm participating in the the 52 weeks colour challenge (Sky Blue) and even though I don't usually buy that colour, I managed to find something in the closet that fulfills that fairly well.

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And the most important...

3. My heart goes out to the brave people in Japan who show their strength and courage in surviving this harrowing time.  Of course I'm supporting the Pacific Crisis Fundraiser.  Donation boxes can be found in most stores.  I know that giving to the PCR will help but we can also support the Japanese creators in SL.  Their work and designs play a huge part in giving us excellent creative content.  These designers pay particular attention to detail and always add something to our look, on ourselves or in our homes.  So today everything I'm wearing (except for my skin and eyes) is made by a Japanese creator.  Let's keep them producing such great items in SL that will keep us looking beautiful and poised.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: FTL Eyelashes 502 Kirei
Hair: Oh Hair Oh Alex
Nails: Candy Nail Basic nails Blue

Dress: Tomoto holo marine
Shoes: R2 Wainani (sky)

Earrings and bracelet: Mandala Milky Way 2 (Polly white) (in store or on Marketplace for special price)


Poses: MNK Shop (model poses)

Wearin' of the Green

Dear Diary:

'Tis Saint Paddy's Day today so of course I had to wear green to celebrate.  I was very lazy getting dressed so after I put on the lingerie, I had to sit on my window seat and stare out the window.

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It's a dull rainy day and I'm waiting patiently for spring to come so I can see the flowers in my window boxes.  Of course the rain will wash away some of the snow.  I guess that's a plus.

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I noticed the birch doesn't have any buds yet.  They're always a little slower but when they start getting a greeny crown I know that it really is spring.  The elm is still holding on to some fall leaves.  I guess I really am looking forward to spring.



Well, no use wishing the day away.  I need to get dressed in more green, get out the door, and start enjoying the St. Patrick's Day festivities - green beer and sausages!

Hmmm....wonder if I can find a 4-leaf clover under the snow?

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Mila / HUSH
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: LeLutka 2011 lashes / long
Hair: Truth Hair Riley
Nails: Candy Nail Basic nails (Red 01)

Lingerie: Aqua Aqua after dark (emerald)

Earrings: MOOD Isla Holiday earrings (Happy Holidays Hunt)

Pillows: Pillow Talk

Umber!

Dear Diary:

I love all shades of brown.  The earthy colours really appeal to me and umber fits right in to that category.   From checking some sources, I learned that umber can fit into a couple of brownish shades.  Raw umber has a sienna touch to it.  Umber to me is more of a dull brown and burnt umber is reddish brown.  I figure this outfit covers it.

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Quick writing tonight, Dear Diary, since I'll be travelling for the next few days.  I have to do the laundry and pack.  I'll get caught up with you when I get back.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Estelle (light)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: Glow Studio Hollywood lashes (Greta Garbo)
Hair: Truth Hair Marianne
Hair accessory: Chuculet hairband ribbon and pearls

Dress: SMS Simple Dress (brown)
Tights: Peqe Mime tights (sheer)
Boots: Decoy Jully boots (cocoa)

Earrings: Caroline's Jewelry Drop Earrings (russet) (for Lazy Sunday)
Necklace: Glow Studio Time Goes By (TDR Blue 13)
Bracelet: DM Fossilized bracelet (12 days of catandmousemas)

Pose: oOo (formal)

Oh My!!! Such Furniture Indecisions!

Dear Diary:

As I've been telling you, I have a wonderful lot overlooking the water, picked a sweet cottage just big enough for me, and now I must furnish it.  And THAT proves to be the hardest thing to do.

I put out some choices for the living room.

I like to have a living room that feels very comfortable so I tend to go with furniture that looks "over stuffed".  The Infinite Living Room has colour changeable furniture so it makes it easy to buy and then change the colour to what you want.  That's the problem!!  The colour choice!!!  I definitely need a desk for my computer and a book shelf for all the books and pictures.  Then there's house plants to fit in with everything.  Yikes!  I'm getting a headache trying to decide.

Moving into the dining room doesn't make it any easier.  Dark wood?  Light wood?  Contemporary?  Classic?  Matching chairs? Complimentary chairs?  Chinese rugs? French aubusson carpets?

Alright!  I quit.  I piled all the furniture in the dining room and I'm going to start over tomorrow.  Decorating a new home is hard work.  Think I'll be like Scarlet O'Hara and  "think about that tomorrow".

Good Night for now.

Picture 1:
House plants from left:
Bliss Gardens
Urbanized
Jorja's 1 Prim Plants
La Galleria


Desk, chair and bookcase: MMG


Chairs and couches from left:
Just my Imagination
The Infinite Living Room
LP2 


Picture 2:
Tables and Chairs: Bellarose
Carpets: La Galleria, Rug Centric (no longer available)

Picture 3:
I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Friday (light) (Rocking Fridays)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: Glow Studio Innocent lashes
Hair: Calico Ingmann Creations Jillian

Sweater: Orion sweater (red)
Jeans: JANE 52 jeans classic wash (baggy legs)
Shoes: IHS Christmas plaid sneakers (free)

Earrings: Mandala SINRA Wolf Silver

Today is Shrove Tuesday

Dear Diary:

Yes, today is Shrove Tuesday or Pancake Day or Fat Tuesday, whatever you call it in your part of the world.  For me it's Shrove Tuesday.

Historically, It gets its name from the ritual of shriving.  That practice, dating from around 1000 AD, was when faithful church goers confessed their sins to the priest and received forgiveness before Lent.  It also marked the beginning of the 40 day fasting period when one could not eat meat, butter, eggs or milk.  If a family had these items in the house, they must be used before Lent or be spoiled by the time fasting was up.  By adding flour to the items, pancakes were made.  I LOVE pancakes and over-indulged myself today too.

I went to my favourite Internet cafe and had a short stack.  Wow...I usually have pure Maple syrup but the fruit looked pretty good on it.

I just couldn't help it....I needed to stick my finger in the whipped cream.

I like the traditional recipe for pancakes but some people care for crepes more.  I like them both!!

I certainly ate my fill.  Hmmm...now I have to think of what I'll give up for Lent.  I think I've used broccoli once too often!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Mila / HUSH
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: Glow Studio Innocent lashes
Hair: House of Heart  Glamor (no longer available)

Tee: SF Design Button it (grey)
Jeans: JANE 52 jeans classic wash (baggy cuff)
Scarf: JANE loop de loop scarf (americana) (free)

Earrings: Caroline's Jewelry Princess diamond earrings

Prop:  Pancakes

Location: Passionate Reads Internet Cafe

The Elegance of Ecru

Dear Diary:

Ecru is one of those colours that I don't have many words for because I like it so much.  Everytime I wear an ecru dress I feel classy, cultured and clever!  It lends itself to be "girly".  And sometimes I like to dress that way.  But when I looked in my closet, I didn't have a pretty dress to wear sooooo...

Fortunately Mimikri was having a great sale and I hadn't been shopping in a long time.  I picked up this delicate looking dress that I love.  It whispers "Elegance".  When I stepped outside the house, my neighbour asked me where I bought it so I knew it was a hit.  While I was shopping there, I bought the gloves to go with it.  Of course what's a new outfit without shoes?  I think the flower on the shoes from G Field really adds to the look.  Hmmm....then I thought a spectacular hat would be the crowning finish.  Mauve Binder from MB was nice enough to rez a variety of hats for me to look at and I thought this one just went so well with the whole outfit.

It was a satisfying shopping trip for sure.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Mila / HUSH
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: Glow Studio Innocent lashes
Hair: Oh Hair Oh my Holiday

Dress: Mimikri Paris (nude)
Shoes: GF flower pumps (cream)
Hat: Mauve's Box Kentucky Derby Hat (white and cream)
Gloves: Mimikri gloves (nude)

Earrings: AB (Mood) Kalnera Mother of Pearl

Poses: Just a Pose (Simply Hippy)

I've made the move!

Dear Diary:

Last week I told you I was looking for a new house.  I found one that I love and totally fits ME.  But I had to move from my old place in a hurry so I didn't have time to clean out the junk I've accumulated in the past few years.  So, that's what I had to do before the furniture could be put in.

It took me forever to look through all the stuff.  I usually talk to myself to make it easier to toss stuff out.  I am a pack rat.  "Oh no!  Can't throw that out.  I bought that book in Grade 10 for Mr. Smith's History class!"  "Let's see...size 2...well maybe I can get into that next year." 

I was smiling when I finally got the first load out to the garbage bin.

I didn't realize how many paper items I had to recycle.

YAAAAAY!!!!  Even though the snow was up to my ankles, I was thrilled to get all the old stuff out and to make room for all the new.


Good Night for now.


I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Ava (light)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Hair: Bewitched (now Hairy Situations) sweep bangs (couldn't find in store)


Top: fri. Henley hoodie (green)
Pants: Poised wine line steel leather pants
Scarf: Royal Blue "Winter is coming" scarf (rosey frost) (gift)


Earrings: Caroline's Jewelry Large Hoop earrings (gold) (gift)
Watch: DCCXXIII FW-16


Props: Urban Spirit Bags of trash, Trade Waste Bin, Domestic Recycle bin, Domestic trash bin  (ALL free)


Poses: Estetica

Lime - A - Licious!

Dear Diary:

You know how the saying goes - if you're given lemons, you make lemonade - so what do you get with a bunch of limes?

Lime juice?           LimeWire, the-under-a-court-injunction download company?                  LIME the Caribbean's leading communications company?             Key Lime pie?                      Lime, the fertilizer for your flowers?             Birdlime, the sticky stuff that can be smeared on branches to capture small birds?                      Limestone, a kind of rock?                Limelight, being the centre of attention?                   Chlorinated lime, a disinfectant?       Lime, a fanfiction?      Lyme disease? (Ooops...wrong spelling)

NO!!

You get Electric Lime!!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: LeLutka Lola
Hair: W&Y #147
Hair Accessory: Cover Girl holly and roses

Dress and leggings: Malt Fashion ROXY (limeade)
Shoes: labelmode Amber shoe (pistaccio)

Earrings: Aglaia Jewelry Heart of Gold
Bracelets: Malt bracelets (green and black)

Poses: HelaMiyo (gown poses)

Buying a new house

Dear Diary:

Since coming to this world, I have lived in an apartment, moved to a condo, rented a two story "box", and when that sim closed, moved to a villa, a beach house and finally a brownstone.  I was talking to my friend Chloe, and since she lives in a huge house, she convinced me it was time to buy my own house - with her advice of course. 

She went to Ramos' prefabs to scout out the possibilites.

Their houses are really great!  There's a wide variety of styles and sizes and they're furnished with Ramos' lovely furniture to give you an idea of how they look when they're lived in.  Ramos also offer some extras with their homes like lighting, security and a $500 gift certificate towards purchases from their store.

While Chloe was busy, I went to Mudhoney.

The houses here could be rezzed so that I could walk in and see the actual size.  You could also purchase a footprint at no cost to see if it could fit on the land.  The colours and details in each building were awesome.  I particularly loved the large windows.

I met Chloe at La Galleria.  There's an amazing number of house sizes to choose from with quite a low prim count for each.

The houses here are furnished too and I must admit that adds to the ambiance when looking for a place.  La Galleria offers a discount on kitchen or bathroom fixtures when you buy a house from them.

I have to think long and hard about all of the wonderful places I saw.  The decision is going to be very difficult to make.

Good Night for now.


Chloe is wearing:
Skin: YS & YS  Emma pale
Eyes:  Alady blue-gray eyes
Eyelashes:  Glow Studio Hollywood lashes Greta Garbo
Hair:  Mirone Faye
Nails:Candy Nail #N5000 Basic Dark Red

Coat: Truth Gypsy coat (brown) (Chloe couldn't remember much about this - sorry)
Sweater:  Scribble Lodge sweater
Jeans: Truth picnic denim (old group gift)

Earrings: YS My Love earrings (gold)
Necklace:  Alienbear Design necklace (gold)
Ring: kraftika ring #206

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Mila / HUSH
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Hair / hat: The Strand Sammi

Coat: fd Fog Coat (green)
Sweater: artilleri morning shirt (brown)
Pants: ETD Barely cords (brown)

Earrings: Hucci Kaete hoop earrings (copper)

Two-tone Teal

Dear Diary:

Teal is my LEAST favourite colour in any world but I did have a couple of things in my closet that fit the 52 weeks of colour challenge so that had to be it!

I wondered what I could use as an example of teal since I know it can be "blue-green" or "green-blue".  Hmmm...is there a difference?  I knew about Teal Ducks so thought I would check them out.

I went to Duck's Unlimited for a look at the ducks and see the colour choices.  So here is the "Blue-winged teal duck".

And the Green-winged teal duck.

And here's the duckie who is a combo of both!

 

Good Night for now.


I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Mila / HUSH
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: Glow Studio Hollywood Lashes Greta Garbo
Hair: Calico Ingmann Creations Jillian
Headband: Lelka's Ribbon Headband (blue checkers) (from SL Marketplace)
Nails: PXL  Creations Nailpolish Blue #3

Dress: Fab Pony Diplo (grey and teal)
Shoes: Gos Shoes espadrilles (bloom)

Earrings: PC Oxidized silver hoops
Bracelets: DM colour bangles

Getting through the Winter

Dear Diary:

Winter can seem very long and drawn-out.  When the snow first flies, it's pretty and I really enjoy it but by February my patience with the white stuff has gone.  By then, I'm through my thrill of shovelling and I've lost the excitement of watching the snow swirl around outside.  To pass the time, I try to do as many winter sports as I can.  My fav is down-hill skiing.

I found this great place to go skiing.  I took the lift up to the lodge and started out from there.  It's very picturesque with a slalom run to try.  However, I decided to try another run.

"Hmmm...I wonder if I can do this," I think [looking at the sign with trepidation]

Another activity that I love to do is snow shoeing.

When the weather is a little milder, I like to put on my snow shoes to forge through the forest area with deep snow.  This is REALLY getting back to nature!

When the trek is over, it's nice to sit by an open fire, getting all toasty and warm.

Outside activities really help to fill in those long winter days.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing in both pictures:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)

Skiing:
Hair/Hat: Mirai Fuka Black and silver winter hat
Ski suit: SF design snowsuit (blue)
Ski boots and poles: Lake Tahoe ski bundle

Location: Lake Tahoe Ski Resort

Snow shoeing:
Hat: Coco fur trapper hat (group gift)
Jacket: OGF flannel shirt (red)
Sweater: Orion sweater (gray)
Jeans: FD Entourage original (blue) (no longer available)
Boots: Orion Mr O's boots (flower/power glitter)
Mitts: TazzMania toasty mitts (no longer available)

Location: Durango Snow Woods

Thinking about friendship

Dear Diary:

A few weeks back I lost a friend.  And when I say lost, I mean lost - forever.  She did not disappear.  She did not evolve into a new identity.  She died.  When I received the notecard telling me of her passing, I felt cold.  I felt shock.  I felt numb.  I sat with my fingers on the keyboard with thoughts racing through my brain.  What exactly was I feeling?

I never knew her true name.  But when seeing her name pop up on my friends' list, I knew her.  I knew little of her background and yet I knew the life she shared with her partner on a beautiful island in a rambling house.  I never heard her voice but I could sense the laughter and friendliness when we were together.  So what did I know?

I knew her profession, one of caring and consideration, that definitely passed on to our other world.  She always asked how I was, and what was new in my life.  She was a great listener and was willing to take the time to hear my rantings and ravings and always had a positive spin on the situation that made me look at things in a different way.

I knew the state she lived in and although we didn't share the same country, views on politics or thoughts on international affairs, we did share much the same weather!  And we both could commiserate about that!

I knew she had children.  They were grown-up but she was very proud of them and often mentioned about the accomplishments of each.

I knew she was very ill.

Yes, I didn't know a lot about her, but I considered her my friend...a good friend.  I will miss seeing her name in bold, miss the conversations and miss her friendship.

How can you doubt the reality of this world?

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Mila / HUSH
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: LeLutka Seductress volume lashes
Hair: Laqorki Saturday
Nails: PXL Creations Manicure pink #1

Jacket: The Secret Store Mrs. Jones' Jacket (carbon)
Skirt: CoCo Designs Ruffle skirt black lace (group gift)
Earrings and necklace: Dark Mouse simple pearl set (black) 12 days catnmousemas

Chair: Morantique Garbo chair / natura

It's a Red Heart Day

Dear Diary:

My Grandmother had a Billie Holiday record that she often played and I thought of it when I was doing this picture.

"A smile on my face
A song on my lips
Pretending is all I do
I'm painting the town red
To hide a heart that's blue

I stay with the crowd
I play with the crowd
But oh, if they only knew
I'm painting the town red
To hide a heart that's blue

Must I go on carrin' on?
My merry song is just pretend
Loving you so, wanting you so
Where will it end, how will it end?

A smile on my face
A song on my lips
But never forgetting you
I'm painting the town red
To hide a heart that's blue"
  (I'm Painting the Town Red by Billie Holiday)
 
Maybe that's an appropriate song for Valentine's Day too.  Who knows?

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Mila / HUSH
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: LeLutka Seductress volume lashes
Hair: Truth Hair Pepper
Nails: SN Shiny Red Nails

Jacket: Awram-Viie kimono shuiro (red)
Cami: Sapphire Ambrosia (top only) (red)
Leggings: Milk Motion my cut-out leggings (red)
Shoes: Vignette Betty dots (red) (free)

Earrings: G Field Heart earrings (red) (free from Sweet Heart Hunt)
Bracelet: Saga Jewelry silver/red bracelet
Purse: G Field Heart bag (red) (free from Sweet Heart Hunt)

Poses: Olive Juice (Look Book group)