It's Time For My Vacation. Hurray!

Dear Diary:

It seems I haven't had a vacation in years and yet I've had a few days off here and there.  I understand that one needs 3 weeks off straight to go back to work and feel refreshed.  The first week is to get your mind to turn off the work mode; the second week is to enjoy whatever you're doing; and, the third is when your mind kicks back to potential work thoughts again.  Having said that profound statement (true or not), I will follow up with that idea.

Hope everyone is having a blissful summer holiday.  I'll see you in a few weeks. 

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Body: Maitreya Lara
Skin: Izzie's Romy (pale)
Lipstick: SlackGirl Lisa lips
Hair: Catwa Sandy
Headband: Reign Loliska headband (chevron)

Dress: Zenith Oversize shirt (milk)
Shoes: Kokoia Hekou line
Earrings: PC Oxidized silver hoops
Bracelets: Maxi Gossamer Damascus silver (gift)
Sunglasses: ieQED joss shades (white)

Bag: Flite traveler's bag (coal)

Location: Second Norway Lufthavn

A Selfie Stick Can Be Hit or Miss - Literally!

Dear Diary:

Everyone likes to take a selfie - with a group of friends, in an unlikely area with animals, or at a well known landmark.  The invention of the selfie stick has enabled groups to get into the picture with much better results. However, several well known places are banning the selfie sticks.

Internationally, the Palace Museum in Beijing, the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam and the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City are all asking patrons not to bring selfie sticks to their venue.  The buildings are usually crowded at this time of year and other visitors can be injured through carelessness on the part of the photographer. 

In the United States, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, along with the Smithsonian,  are taking a stand against selfie sticks.  Both of these museums have cited issues with the sticks, again with injuries to other patrons but also causing damage to works of art.  It has been suggested that a full photography ban might follow.

I visited a wonderful art gallery last week and with my selfie stick, took a picture in front of a painting but I was very careful not to hurt the picture or other patrons that were in the gallery.

The Haven Gallery and Art Garden is an interesting place to visit, showing art in both picture form and sculpture.  It's worth a visit.  The picture behind me from the Gallery  is by Awesome Fallen, entitled Morpheus door 1.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Body: Maitreya Lara
Skin: Izzie's Romy (pale)
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Lashes: MC Falsies
Lipstick: Madrid Solo u-color-it Grace
Hair and headband: kik Hair Zinnia

Maxi dress: Kaithleen's summer maxi dress (blue) (My Attic-The Deck)
Earrings and necklace: Mandala sinra (silver)

Selfie stick: Nantra Poses Oh Snap! (My Attic-The Deck)

Location: Haven Gallery and Art Garden

It's Perfect Summer Weather

Dear Diary:

I'm really enjoying this summer.  It's perfect summer weather for me.  Not too hot...not too cold...just right!  And this shows just how I'm liking it in both of my worlds.

In my first world, I spend the summers on a lake, with a dock much like this.  I love sitting there with the waves lapping up against the foundation.  It's been a wonderful relaxing month out there in the sun.  Although, the seagulls never get this close.

In my second world, it's always summer.  My dock is connected to the patio of my house, and ends up in the lagoon where I can swim to cool off. 

I live a glorious life.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Body: Maitreya Lara
Skin: Izzie's Romy (pale)
Mani/Pedi: The Wicked Peach (summer collection)
Hair with hat: INK chignon

Top: Kitja Mimi Croptop (lemon)
Shorts: Kitja Mimi Shorts (black)
Sunglasses: HOC Industries

Dock: Shutter field dock with steps
Gulls: Ohmai Herring gull

Pose: Imeka

Everyone Enjoys a Carnival

Dear Diary:

Sunday was "National Ice Cream Day", with my favourite flavour being Ben & Jerry's Cherry Garcia (yes, I was a DeadHead).  I hadn't seen my bff Chloe in a long time so I texted her saying, "Let's meet up for a double decker."  Now Chloe is constantly aware of her calorie intake, which drives me CRAZY but she agreed quickly and suggested the Wayward Carnival.  I love carnival rides so that sounded perfect.  Of course while there, we did have to go and get our ice cream.

While we were waiting for the ferris wheel to finish its run, we discussed how we had both been shopping at some of the great events going on.  Chloe saw the dress I had just purchased and mentioned she had wanted the same one.  I suggested she go pick one up - in a different colour of course.

It was a fun day, even though Chloe couldn't resist giving me the calorie count in my delicious ice cream.  Like....who cares?

Good Night for now.

Chloe is wearing:
Hair: D!va Marie
Top: Atomic Merlady Set 1 (Collabor88)
Skirt: Atomic Button front denim (Collabor88)
Bracelets: Maxi Gossamer Painted Pansies
Flip Flops: Gos Boutique flip flops (white)
Cone: Imeka Cake Ice Cream Cone #7 (Wayward Carnival)
Pose: Purple Poses

I'm wearing:
Hair: Analog Dog Bangs 2
Dress: Aphorism Summertime dress pattern (purple) (The Seasons Story)
Hat: Mikunch wide brimmed straw hat (Chapter Four)
Earrings: ieQED Brisa (gold)
Sandals: Pure Poison Rosalie Flat Sandal (mauve)
Cone: Imeka Cake Ice Cream Cone #5 (Wayward Carnival)
Pose: Diesel Works

Flat Draxtor?

Dear Diary:

Where is that Flat Draxtor?  I would like to meet him. 

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Body: Maitreya Lara
Skin: Izzie's Romy
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Hair: D!va Nene

Bikini: Baiastice Jade Bikini (roses)

Dock: Shutterfield dock with steps, with ramp

You Can Ask Me Anything!

Dear Diary:

June is a very busy month for me so I was late seeing Strawberry Singh's Monday Meme.  I'm also a little late with the post but here it is!

1. If Linden Lab shut the door on Second Life, what do you think you might do to replace it, or the time you spend on it. Gaming, school, work, reading, other virtual world, etc?
Hmmm....tough question.  I really enjoy Second Life.  I like the idea I can be a chameleon and be / look however I choose.  I would probably look around for another world although I think it would be very difficult to find something that could or would replace my Second Life.  I also think most of us already accomplish extras like school, work, reading and family in our "spare" time so those wouldn't be a replacement for me.

2. What would you consider your mission statement for your blog?
I think my mission statement would be to keep true to my thoughts and to myself.  I write about what I enjoy.  Often I tie in my RL to some extent.  Sometimes I have definite opinions which I am not afraid to voice.  I love doing this blog and I know I would have to continue with blogging in some other capacity.  I guess, I hope, that what I write interests other people but I don't think that matters to me.  The number of views of my blog is not really important, it's the fact I'm writing!

3. What would you change about your SLife right now if you could just press a magic button and have it automatically happen?
I don't think I would change very much.  I'm comfortable with my SLife; my friends; my travel and my home.  Perhaps, to be able to dress my mesh body and not have to worry that my bits are showing, would be magic for me.

4. What topic would you like to see explored in a non fashion blog post? Anything you are curious about and want someone else to do all the research?
In my other world, I do research so I always enjoy reading where people have delved into the "guts" of a topic.  I would be interested in the technology of SL - how we can get the max out of it; what happens behind our screens and what computer add-ons or fix-ups would help.

5. Do you have a point of contact in SL? Someone that a person from your RL knows to contact in case something happens to you or you are unable to get online for an extended period of time?
Yes I do.  A RL friend got me into SL in the first place so she knows the "real" me.

6. What provides you the most inspiration and motivation to keep learning and growing? What keeps you from being held back by the common negativity in SecondLife and elsewhere?
I'm self-motivated.  I like to learn new things (when I have the time) so I will always keep going.  I see negativity in SL but it doesn't intrude on my life.  I don't hang out with negative people in either world and if someone like that happens to come my way, they're gone.

7. How do you deal with other bloggers (who don't know you personally) that are spiteful towards you?
I really don't have to deal with this since no one knows who I am.  But if I did, I know it wouldn't bother me.  I would ignore it.  I always think that when someone is overly nasty to you, it stems from a little jealousy on their side.

8. What is your advice to those that admire you and what you do, hoping to be able to do some of the same things with as much confidence as you often seem to have?
This gave me a chuckle.  I must admit, I have a lot of confidence in either world.  I'm very secure in who I am but I would never try to tell anyone how to achieve that.  That's something that just comes to you.  I'm sure no one in this world or my other world "admires" me.  It would surprise me a lot if they did.

9. Name 5 favorite events in Second Life.
1. FaMESHed - great place for new mesh ideas
2. The Arcade - fulfills my gambling habit
3. Hair Fair - hair whore - guilty
4. A Tattered Page - love the correlation of book and creator
5. Pose Fair - can't get enough poses

10. Name 3 of your favorite blogs.
Sorry...just can't pare it down to 3.  I read a lot every day; some several times a week; and others periodically.  They are all well done and it amazes me how many creative people there are who have great photography skills, tremendous fashion sense and the ability to put it all together with a meaningful background.  I gain a lot of information from them.  I would hate to name only 3.

Nice to be doing a meme again.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Body: Maitreya Lara
Skin: Izzie's Romy
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Eye shadow: mock Miss Vanity (original purple)
Lashes: MC Falsies
Lipstick: Oceane Metallix Glammy lips 2
Hair: Dura Boys & Girls 53

Dress: Baiastice Ilary Print (tan)

Ear cuff: Swallow Cross
Earring: Maxi Gossamer Roho (gold)
Ring: Maxi Gossamer Dream Angel Skull

Pose: aDORKable (on SL Marketplace)

Happy Birthday Canada!

Dear Diary:

Today is the day I'm going full-out!!  It's going to be a weiner roast over a fire; corn on the cob roasted in the coals; oodles of potato salad; a heaping dish of spicy chili all washed down with a beer, followed up by a multitudinous amount of s'mores, made with roasted marshmallows.  Oh Yeah!!

I hope all my Canadian friends are enjoying the day as much as I am.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Hair: A&A Kandy
Dress: London People Toronto Girl Canada
Shoes: Gos BoutiqueGrace Red glitter

Pose: HelaMiyo

Background: Dazzling Designs Canada Day Decal Texture (SL Marketplace)

Flag: Canada Flag (unknown)

Happy Father's Day

Dear Diary:

This Sunday, June 21st, is Father's Day.  Celebrate this day with your father be it in person, by phone or in thoughts.

A happy day to all the fathers.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Hair: Diva Bambi
Dress: Shimmer Checkered Sundress Fitmesh (SL Marketplace)
Earrings and bracelet: Maxi Gossamer Summertime Easy Living

Cake and slice: Father's Day Cake (SL Marketplace)

Dining table and chair: La Galleria Dinner Party Dining set for 4 Travertine and Linen

Me & Lara Are Joined At The Hip

Dear Diary:

A few months ago, for her weekly Monday Meme, Strawberry Singh again asked our digits but also included a short questionnaire on mesh bodies.  You can see what I wrote then.  I was "meh" about the mesh body idea at that time.  I had demoed a few but found it too much trouble adjusting, fixing and hiding when adding clothes.  I ended up not being me at all.  I bought Maitreya's Lara on the advice of friends.  I put it on and liked it but it sat in my closet for quite awhile.  After writing the meme in April, I decided to really make an effort to give it a good run.  I did.  And now Lara and I are one.

I bought skin, difficult for me since I had worn the same skin for years.  But I do love my new one now.  Decidedly, I had to tweak a few things when I started to wear Lara all the time.  My boobs seemed to be too large so I made them a bit smaller.  I added to my arms to make them a little heavier.  I seemed to do some kind of change almost every day until I got a look I like.

I went on to join the "Maitreya Lara Friends Group" which is great for answering a lot of questions I had.  I read many blogs, especially "Mesh Body Addicts".  The Mesh Bodies 101 was a great post and very helpful for someone like me who always needs instructions.  Of course the Maitreya blog was great too. 

In the next Lara version, I would like to see more options, in particular with the hands, although Slink hands do work quite well with this body.

Never did I imagine I would be so taken with a mesh body.  I thought it would be like other things in my closet - bought on a whim; worn a few times; then discarded.  But it hasn't been that way at all.  I'm hooked!

Next I'll tackle those mesh heads!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Body: Maitreya Lara
Skin: Izzie's Romy (pale)
Eyelids: Slink mesh lids and lashes
Lipstick: Izzie's dark vibrant lipstick (dark blackberry)
Hair: EMO-tions Windblown 8

Lingerie: Zaara Kanti lingerie (dull rose)

Pose: Olive Juice

I Bought Lots at The Arcade

Dear Diary:

SL offers many many great shopping events and believe me, I spend at ALL of them but the one event I love going to is The Arcade.  I'm not a gambler in my first life.  The Scottish part of me can't understand that concept.  I'm willing to spend money but I want something in my hand for it.  So The Arcade covers that for me.  I always get something for my money and it's a gamble in what the prize might be.  I was very lucky this time.

 

 

The rowboat, by {what next} is my favourite purchase.  You "wear" it so it can be used in any water area.  The oars fit nicely in your hands and you can actually row around at a good clip.

 

The swimsuit fits my mesh body very well.  I did buy a medium so everything is covered nicely.  It comes in an assortment of patterns and plains and I would have been happy with any of them.  The cap also comes in a good variety of cute patterns and the choices are all great.  I think the parasol gives me a "girly" look.

 

The wedges didn't show in this picture but I really love them.  They're made for Slink or Maitreya and come in so many colours.  I bought two pairs and am thinking of going back for another.  They look very nice with capris or a jumpsuit.

 

I bought more items than are shown.  A lot of house décor items are in the nautical theme so that fit in with my home perfectly.  I'm sure I'll be making another trip to The Arcade before it closes on July 1st.

 

Good Night for now.

 

From The Arcade:

Swimsuit: Stories & Co. (Flowey) Betty Swimsuit (dalmation)

Hat: Pizza's fitted cap (taco)

Shoes: Ingenue Carmen wedges (café)

Earrings: NO Funky earrings (septum ring)

Parasol: .tsg Ruffle parasol (baby blue)

Boat: {what next} 'Seafarer' Wearable Row Boat

 

Location: The lagoon next to my home

A New Store to Me #14

Dear Diary:

My friend, Sam, came to visit the other day, wearing a fantastic tee and wild coloured shorts.  He looked very A-1!!  Not that he doesn't look good most of the time but sometimes he can be a bit...ummmm....overly casual.  Of course I had to ask him where he got the new clothes and he told me "Bomshie".  That definitely was a new store to me so I had to fly out and have a look.

I was very impressed with what I found.

When you enter the store, you're in the customer service area where there are great group gifts available on the counter and also a special item offered for the Saturday sale.  This week it was a jumpsuit  of summery colours, at a special price.  Of course I had to buy it since it looks great with sandals or stilettos.

The main floor has a lot of interesting clothing for women, with a small area for men.   Everything is a little edgy with different styling and bright colours.  There are a lot of patterns in skirts and tops.  I really like the brightness and playfulness of the clothes.
I noticed that the displays change quickly.  I've been to the store a few times and there's always new items on display. 

Bomshie does carry a few accessories - a good selection of clutch bags; very nice bracelets and some socks.  Just before the elevator, there is an area with shoes and some coats.

When you visit, don't forget to take the elevator up to the second floor where you'll find a lot more summer outfits, including swim suits.

 I bought a few things at Bomshie that were just my taste and they all fit me perfectly with very little adjustment.  I'm wearing my favourite purchase in the picture.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing from Bomshie:
Cara dress (golden)

I'm also wearing:
Body: Maitreya Lara
Eye shadow: mock Cosmetics Miss Vanity sampler
Lashes: Mon Cheri Falsies
Lipstick: Madrid Solo U-color-it Grace
Hair: Dura Boys & Girls 55
Earrings and bracelet: je suis asymetrique (red) (no longer available)
Shoes: kokoia Lupe (red)

Pose: D.Luxx  (now on SL Marketplace)


Location: !ndustry

Nothing Like Exercising on a Spring Day

Dear Diary:

The other day I was complaining to Chloe that I really needed to get back to exercising.  The winter (and many chocolate covered almonds) had taken its toll on my backside.  Coincidentally, while shopping at My Attic, I spotted this great air step by Winx.  It has a lot of colour variations so you can choose whatever colour you feel like that day.  There are also many different exercises that you can do to get into better shape.

Of course I had to buy it so I could work on getting fit for the summer bikini weather.  I called my friends to come and try it out.

It was a warm sunny day so we decided to find an outdoor spot to exercise.  This beautiful park was an ideal place.

I gave them each an air step, let them choose the colour they wanted and told them to go to it!  Of course, Sam picked the leg lift since he wanted to sit down.

I think my muffin tops are a lot smaller now - ok - I said I think!

Good Night for now.

Sam is wearing:
Shirt: Lapointe & Bastchild Classic T shirt (blue)
Shorts: American Bazaar Frippe Bermuda (blue)
Sneakers: BigO O-zone S-word (blue) (SL Marketplace)

Chloe is wearing:
Hair: Analog Dog quest
Tank and shorts: Eyelure Sports tank and shorts (pink)
Sneakers: kokoia Vernon (white)

I'm wearing:
Hair with headband: W&Y #135 (no longer available)
Tank top: Eyelure tied tank (flower pop)
Sweat pants: Eyelure capri sweats (lime)
Sneakers: kokoia Vernon (lilac)

Exercise pad: W Winx & Flair AeroStep (at My Attic)

Location: Birchdale Mall

Where Are You Wearing Your Towel This Year?

Dear Diary:

Another year to celebrate Towel Day is upon us.  Towel Day is a global observance of the life of author Douglas Adams, who wrote "Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy".  I posted about the history in 2013 and shared my celebration with my friend, Sam in 2014 . Towel Day was first observed on May 25th, 2001, two weeks after Adams's death, and was named as such due to a quote in his book that referenced the greatness of towels. 

Therefore, towels are very prominent symbols used on this day.  It doesn't matter the colour or size.  Some towels are embroidered with phrases from the "Guide" book.  The most common are "42" (the answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, the Universe and Everything); "Don't Panic" (an instruction for the use of the fictional "Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy"); and "Mostly harmless" (the entry for planet Earth in the Guide).

You can pick up this Towel Day towel, made by Uccello Poultry, FREE on Marketplace.  While there, the man in your life can also pick one up for himself.

Check the Towel Day website for events taking place on this day.

"Always know where your towel is" (Douglas Adams)

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Body: Maitreya Lara
Skin: Izzie's Romy
Lipstick: Pink Fuel Glossy Pout (blue)
Nail polish: The Wicked Peach Mani/Pedi Spring Basics
Hair: Maitreya Saar

Towel: Pop Shop 2015 Towel Day (SL Marketplace)

Swim mask, fins and pose: Balaclava Divers in the City

I'm wearing my towel underwater at Nber's Island

Plotting Sweet Revenge Over A Sweet Dessert

Dear Diary:

After the "trauma" from last week, I really needed to vent my anger and frustration so I called up my good friend, Chloe, and said, "Let's have coffee sometime soon."  Of course she agreed right away.  I wanted to go somewhere really pleasant since my mood wasn't that way.  She said she knew of the perfect spot with a calming ambience and great scenery.  I was all for it.



We flew out to this wonderful location, the Indea Vaher Gallery.  It has a lot of small artsy shops, with a homey feeling.  We found this great Tapas Bar that serves meals but also coffee and calorie-laden desserts.  Chloe, who is always conscious of her weight, had coffee while I, who spilled my irritations out for over an hour, filled my stomach with sweet sedations, while I plotted REVENGE!!

Actually the afternoon was spectacular.  I felt much better clearing my head of all the negativity I had built up.  It made more room for the positive thoughts (of plans for my vengeful attack)

Good Night for now.

Chloe is wearing:
Hands: Slink AvEnhanced v 2.1  Rt - pointed; Lft - elegant
Hair: Analog Dog Multipass
Dress: Valentina E Chloe striped Lee dress (bubblegum)
Shoes: GField Ribbon Slingback (lavender)
Earrings: Maxi Gossamer Ashira Teardrop (pink)
Bracelet: Finesmith (silver) (gift)

I'm wearing:
Body: Maitreya Lara
Hair: W&Y Hair #148 (no longer available)
Dress: Luas Store vintage spring dress (green)
Sandals: Essenz Tripoli (white)
Earrings: Izzie's Chunky Chain earrings (silver)
Bracelet: Zaara Banjara kada

Food and poses in the furniture

Location: Indea Vaher Gallery

How Could I Have Done That?

Dear Diary:

Stupid! Stupid! Stupid!  That's me kicking myself all the way around SL.  Last Sunday while waiting to go out for a lovely Mother's Day Brunch, I was in a (reliable) group talking about different items related to the group objective.  Everyone was complaining how huge their inventories were getting and I was right along with them.  A few people mentioned different organizers that could be purchased through Marketplace.  I was listening intently and thought this might be a good idea for me to be able to get my inventory under control.  Not thinking, I clicked on one of the Marketplace addresses that was offered.  Well, it was definitely the WRONG thing to click on.  I wondered why it didn't take me any place - hmmm - shrugged my shoulders and continued on.

The next morning I decided to take a quick log in before work.  I had bought some planters for my home and wanted to see how they looked.  I couldn't log in.  Never thought anything about it until a friend emailed me to say I was "persona non grata".  I quickly tried again and still couldn't log in.  I was nobody!

So, yes.  When I clicked on that link, it gave someone my log in identification and they literally wiped me out and deleted my account.  Through the perseverance of Linden Labs, I was able to get my identity back AND the money into my account.  I was so grateful.  I did get most of my inventory back except for my new flower planters, some furniture and my pet flamingo.

This was a tough lesson.  I've been in SL long enough to know that everyone here is NOT my friend; that everyone here is NOT here for fun; and that everyone here is NOT honest.

I paid the price.  I should have known better.

Good Night for now.

Happy Mother's Day

Dear Diary:

Tomorrow is Mother's Day, a time to honour the mothers in our lives.  The job has many rewards, painful times and happy occurrences.  And, it is a permanent full time position that lasts for life.  So tomorrow talk to your Mom, tell her you love her and thank her for the years of support she has given to you.  I only wish I could do that for my Mom.

Happy Mother's Day to every mother and thank you for doing such a fabulous job.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: Izzie's Romy
Lipstick: Izzie's natural matte
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Lashes: MC Falsies
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body Lara

Dress: Fawny Guest of 50's (pink)
Hat: Meli Imako Mesh Summer hat (tinted) (SL Marketplace)
Earrings: Caroline's Princess diamond earrings (SL Marketplace)

Pose: oOo studios

My Venture Into The Gangsta World

Dear Diary:

I always wanted to be a "broad" - a kinda bad girl but with class.  Maybe "moll" is a better word.  (She's the accomplice of a gangster.)   The era would be in the 20's or 30's.  It would be a dangerous time.  I would be the girl who lived on the edge around Al Capone, Bugsy Siegel,  or Pretty Boy Floyd.  Maybe I wouldn't like what these men did but the times were hard, the businesses were corrupt, and that kind of money came big.  I found my dream roll when Gangsta Fair started.

The sim has a feel of the 20's, 30's gangster days.  The decorations are great so I couldn't resist taking a picture in front of the bank with the police close by.  Where's Al when I need him?

The Gangster Fair runs until May 15th.  Hop in your vintage car and take a ride to see the great buys and interesting venue.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing from the Gangsta Fair:
Hair: Vanity Hair L.A. Confidential
Dress: Kelini Vintage diva Leopard (gold)
Pose: Vestige Poses

Gun: Walther P99 v2.1 (no longer available)
Money: from old prop (no longer available)

Location: Gangsta Fair

I'm Reflecting on Earth Day

Dear Diary:

Last Wednesday, I sat outside in the sun after washing my car, having a great cup of coffee, listening to "Uptown Funk" and reading my email (as I do several times a day).  I decided to see just went on this past Earth Day and when I searched, I got some very interesting and "pointing-the-finger-at-me" facts. 

More than 6 million Canadians participated in Earth Day activities.  Last Wednesday marked the launch of "Earth Day Every Day" which will hopefully help Canadians reduce their carbon footprint 20% by 2020.  This is the website.

I also found a few interesting facts that made me jump off the hood of the car:

• Canada has 607 vehicles for every 1,000 people
• our greenhouse gas emission reached over 690 mega tonnes, on the increase
• every year Canada throws away over 8,800 tons of plastic
• we throw out 23 kg of household hazardous waste such as batteries
• we consume about 17,000 kwh per year in electricity, ranking the 4th highest
• over 62 trillion SPAM email messages are sent in a year, and each produces 0.03 grams of carbon dioxide

It will be interesting to see if we improve over the next few years.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Lipstick: Izzie's dark vibrant
Hands: Slink AvEnhancement v2.1 (casual)
Hair: Truth Hair Joanna

Tee: 22! Earth Day Green (no longer available)
Jeans: Emery skinny jeans (worn)
Shoes: Indie Rose Floral Ballerinas

Earrings: Caroline's Large Hoops (gold)
iPod: RC PlayPod (no longer available)
Laptop: What Next (blog laptop for desk)
Coffee cup: Tim Horton's Coffee

Pose: Imeka

Location: DATS Door and Texture Store

My TV Meme

Dear Diary:

It was a difficult decision for this Monday Meme.  I don't watch a lot of tv but I do have a few favourite shows that I like to see.  I decided to pick a Canadian production and a popular sci-fi show Orphan Black, now into its third season.

The story line is based on the aspect of cloning.  Tatiana Maslany plays the part of several different people who seem identical but in reality are clones.  The story started with Sarah Manning, a con artist, witnessing the death of a detective, who looks identical to her.  Sarah assumes the detective's identity.  During the first season, Sarah realizes she and others identical to her are clones and people are trying to kill all of them off.  She starts to search for every one of them to warn about the harm.  Three clones are already dead, and 2 will follow. 

There have been almost a dozen clones in the story, all played by Tatiana Maslany.  All have different looks and different personalities.  Most are female but one is a transgender male.  Often she has to play 3 or 4 different clones in an episode.  I have shown 4 of the characters: Sarah Manning; Alison Hendrix; Cosima Niehaus; and Helena, Sarah's twin sister.

The third season has started with promises of more twists and turns.  The story does get complicated at times but if you like sci-fi, it's a good one to watch.  It also gets one thinking of all the implications, moral, ethical and political, of cloning.

There is an end in sight to the show.  The co-creator, John Fawcett, has said the series will end after the fifth season.

If you live in the United States, you can see this program through the BBC America network.

Good Night for now.

All of us are wearing:
Skin: Izzie's Romy
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)

Sarah:
Hair: LeLutka Lumen
Pants and boots: CoCo Design
Jacket and tee: (very old; not sure where it came from)

Alison:
Hair: DH Clara (no longer available)
Dress: Vrsion Rival
Shoes: G Field slingback

Cosima:
Hair: Discord Designs Roni
Lab Coat: G&Q Fashion lab coat (SL Marketplace)

Helena:
Hair: Alli&Ali Nyota Ombre
Sweater: Malt cropped knit (lavender)
Jeans: (very old; not sure where it came from)
Shoes: Yulicie slip on

A Night At The Museum

Dear Diary:

I love Dove chocolates so the other night when I ate my daily allowance, the message on the inside of the red foil wrapper spoke to me.  It said "Renew your sense of discovery".  I needed to do that again.

I always enjoyed reading about dinosaurs, as a kid and as an adult.  I wanted to be a paleontologist.  I did study anthropology in university but went on to pursue another career.  I decided to look in this world for a place to look at dinosaurs again and I found the Museum of Natural History and it turned out to be a fantastic trip.


The museum featured meat eaters;


Allosaurus

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

plant eaters;

Stegosaurus

and an example of a large marine reptile, all from the Jurassic Period. 



Plesiosaurus

One of the outstanding fossil exhibits is also from the Jurassic Period, a very large and imposing herbivore.  I just had to stand in a position to show how massive it was.


Diplodocus

Some of the exhibits have notecards that you can receive while others have the ability to see some movement or hear a roar.  I believe all dinosaurs are built to scale.

I've been to museums in Canada and United States, always looking at dinosaurs.  I was very impressed with the one in Second Life.  If you get a chance, fly out to take a look at the exhibits there.  There are many more than I've shown. 

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Hair with hat: LeLutka Chill

Blouse: OverHigh Nova Loose T-shirt (gray)
Jeans: BoHo HoBo Mesh skinny jeans (black)
Sweater: tram J.l. cardigan
Shoes: fri basic flats (charcoal)

Location: Museum of Natural History Vienna