Capture the Glamour

 

 

Gown:  Champagne Sparkling Couture - Capture - Blue

Shoes:  [GOS] Grace Sandal - Mirror

Jewelry:  Lazuri Noor Mystic Infinity Necklace, Earrings, and Cuffs

Nails:  Candy Nail #P000 Prim Nails Blue10

Hair:  D!va Giz - Amber

 

 

Skin:  Belleza - Ava Med BL

Shape:  Anna Shapes - Pamela (modified)

Eyes:  Ikon Eternal Eyes - Blue

Lips:  {mock} Smoothie Lip Color - Fallow Umbrage

I had the privilege of attending a workshop on blogging this past weekend.  Serene Faith led the workshop and offered some great tips for both picture taking as well as presentation.  I took notes and have decided to put her suggestions into practice beginning with this entry.  I hope you all like the changes I'm making.  Til next time...

 



A Walk In the Country

This past week has been quite busy in my RL.  Lots of events kept me away from Second Life and my blog.  Today I was able to log in and put my RL on hold while I took a walk in the country.  Beautiful fall colors lit up the landscape, golds and oranges seeming to glow in the sunlight.  The weather cooperated although there was a decided chill to the air and I am glad I wore this cosy cardi from H.O.F. 

 

Skin:  Belleza - Ava SK Bl 0

Shape:  Anna Shapes - Pamela (modified)

Eyes:  Ikon Eternal Eyes - Sage

Lips:  {mock} Smoothie Lip Color - Fallow Umbrage

Teeth:  RazzaNova Enhancements - Teeth or Parted Lips

Hair: D!va - Marie - Topaz

 

 

Top:  *BOOM* Lace Trim Camisole - White

Sweater:  Color Me H.O.F. Wool Cardi - Brown

Pants:  .:villena:. High Waisted Acid Wash Skinnies

Shoes:  Matreya Stagioni Boots- Chestnut

Necklace:  {Kunglers Extra} Marajoara Necklace

Ring: Leblon Diamond Ring

Pose:  Kirin - Autumn Breeze Pose 3

 



Summer's Last Gasp

Today in the Northeast US it's cool and sunny with a whisper of fall on the breeze.  However, the past couple of days has been hot and humid and filled with distant thunder.  I've decided to go along with summer's last gasp and put together a quick summer outfit to show you.

 

Skin:  Belleza - Ava SK 0

Shape:  Anna Shapes - Pamela (modified)

Eyes:  Ikon Eternal Eyes - Cobalt

Lips:  {mock} Smoothie Lip Color - Chili Chocolate

Hair: D!va - Zaara - Amber

 

 

Top:  GizzA Floral Blouse - Floral Green

Pants:  GizzA Cotton Shorts - Pastel Peach

Shoes:  N-Core Diva - White

Earrings/Necklace:  [Mandala] Nyorai - Gold

Bangles:  [Mandala] Takara Bangles - Inca Gold

Pose:  {Imeka~} Kylle Pose 6

 

 

 



Simple Style

Well, school is back in session and this is going to be a fun year for me in RL.  I've met my kids and we're getting to know each other a bit as we move through our school days.  In SL I've also started school - modeling school.  We were given our first assignment which is to put together a style we're comfortable in.  I don't know what style that says 'ME' but this look I've put together is definitely comfortable.  It's a bit boho and a bit casual chic at the same time.  I hope you like it.

 

Skin:  Belleza - Ava SK 0

Shape:  Anna Shapes - Pamela (modified)

Eyes:  Ikon Eternal Eyes - Emerald

Lips:  [mock] Smoothie Lip color - Smoked Falu Red

Hair: [LeLutka] Rykiel - Praline

 

 

Top:  Zaara - Ashima Blouse - Ivory

Pants:  Molichino - Kay Pants - Navy Blue

Shoes:  {mon tissu} Openwork Wedges - Coral

Necklace:  ::je suis:: Un Corail Necklace

Bangles:  [Mandala] Takara Bangles - Inca Gold B

Pose:  {Imeka~} Kylle Pose 3

 

We Will Never Forget

I will always remember what I was doing on the morning of September 11, 2001 as will most everyone else who considers America their home.  The horror that played out in New York, Pennsylvania and Washington DC is indelibly etched on all our minds and is freshened every year on this date. 

I'm not going to write a sad post about September 11 and remembering our fallen, I celebrate the courage and bravery of those who acted to save and give you the words for Brad Meltzer.

Brad Meltzer

Every 9/11, I think of our neighbor, Michele Heidenberger, a flight attendant on the plane that hit the Pentagon. Today, here's why I also owe the heroes of United flight 93:
We owe these forty men and women. We owe them personally.
“They’re talking about crashing this plane into the ground. We have to do something,” Thomas Burnett Jr. told his wife, Deena, on his cell phone. “I’m putting a plan together.”
“Who’s helping you?” his wife asked.
“Different people. several people. there’s a group of us. Don’t worry. I’ll call you back,” he replied....
Flight attendant Sandra Bradshaw called her husband and said that she was boiling water as a weapon. Her final words: “everyone’s running to first class. I’ve got to go. Bye.”
“Let’s roll,” Todd Beamer famously added as they rushed to the front of the plane, likely using a beverage cart as a battering ram to break into the locked cockpit.
Thanks to their bravery, their Boeing 757 crashed in a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, never reaching the terrorists’ real target.
It was approximately twenty minutes from Washington, D.C., where the plane would’ve struck either the White House or, more likely, the U.S. Capitol.
That’s right.
The U.S. Capitol—where my wife worked. That morning, on September 11, 2001, she was eight months pregnant and was driving to work at the Capitol.
Every passenger—and all the terrorists—lost their lives in the crash. But their bravery saved so many others.
We will owe these men and women forever.

"Don’t worry, we’re going to do something."
—Thomas Burnett Jr., on the phone with his wife, Deena

 

Thank you all for your sacrifice and thank you first responders and volunteers who tirelessly worked to find even one survivor.  Thank you America for standing up for your beliefs.  I stand beside you with pride an awe at your actions.  God bless us all.

 

 

 

 

The Lady In Red

Shiki has released a trio of new dresses this week.  Casual daytime wear, perfect for these last few days of summer weather.  I've chosen the City Fabric Dress to present to you today.  Hope you like it.

 

Skin:  Belleza - Ava Med 0

Shape:  Anna Shapes - Pamela (modified)

Eyes:  Ikon Horizon Eyes - Pale Glass

Lips:  Belleza - Ava Med strong Gloss 10

Hair: .ploom. Long Day - Browns

 

 

Dress:  SHIKI City Fabrick Dress - Firebrick

Shoes:  [GOS] Lauren d'Orsay - Black Satin

Bangles:  Zaara Nizam Bangles - Red

Pose:  Juxtapose - Can't Stop 4

 

 

 



London Calling

Visiting England has always been a dream to me.  I'd love to be able to see London in all its glory.  Piccadilly Circus, Big Ben, The Eye, London Bridge and of course Buckingham Palace and the Queen.  That particular trip is on my bucket list but Second Life has allowed me to indulge my dream.  I visited virtual London today and the weather held up.  It was a beautiful summer day in London, albeit a rare occurrence.  I wandered through Regents Park and even saw Abbey Road, home of the most famous Beatles' album cover (yes, I remember vinyl albums lol.  If you don't, Google it) Besides sightseeing, I wandered the streets, peering in the shop windows.  Of course wandering and shopping calls for comfy clothes and shoes and this outfit I present today is one of the most comfortable in my wardrobe.  I hope you like it.

 

Skin:  Belleza - Ava Med 0

Shape:  Anna Shapes - Pamela (modified)

Eyes:  Ikon Horizon Eyes - Pale Glass

Lips:  Belleza - Ava Med Matte 0

Hair: Truth Qopi - Brown05Fade

 

 

Top:  [Sakide] Ray of Light Dress

Pants:  Baiastice Milano Trousers - Black

Shoes:  [GOS] Eva Slingback - Black Leather

Earrings:  [Mandala] Nyorai - Gold

Bangles:  [Mandala] Takara Bangles - Inca Gold

Pose:  -slouch- pose 258

 



Feeling A Little Blue

One more week before my summer vacation ends and I get back into the classroom.  Actually I can't wait to meet my new class and begin a new school year.  The excitement on most my kids' faces always makes me smile.  All my supplies are ready and my classroom is ready, my daughter is back to school and I get to have some quiet time. 

I took some time this morning to go through my inventory to see what packages and bags I haven't unpacked yet and put together this outfit for you.  Casual and comfy, I hope you like it as I do.

 

Skin:  Belleza - Ava Med 0

Shape:  Anna Shapes - Pamela (modified)

Eyes:  Ikon Horizon Eyes - Pale Glass

Lips:  Belleza - Ava Med Light Gloss 8

Nails:  Candy Nail #P000 Basic Prim Nails Monotone 04

Hair: [e] Victoria

 

 

Dress:  Coquet Vivid Slip Dress - Ice

Tights:  Izzie's Tights Black

Shoes:  [PM] Baby T's Plain - Black

Jewelry:  Pure Poison Lexi Jewelry set 

Pose:  **Manifeste** Model 606

 

 

 



Thank You

This morning when I got up I fired up the 'puter and brought up my usual fashion feeds to check what was new and hot.  One of the posts I read was from Cajsa Lilliehook.  She and Squinternet Larnia, owner of Donna Flora were great friends and Cajsa posted a video Squinternet made back in April.  She was also passing the news that Squinternet passed away this morning. 

I didn't know Squinternet but I do know her wonderful designs.  This woman was such an integral part of the fashion scene in Second Life.  Her creative genius gave us so many designs that she will forever be a part of SL fashion. 

Thank you Squinternet Larnia for making my Second Life a little more sparkly.  You will be greatly missed.

A Walk on the Beach

Today is a gloomy, dark and rainy day here in the Northeast and the urge to escape was super strong.  In SL I thought a walk on the beach would brighten my mood and sure enough it did.  I tp'd to Baja Norte and walked along the boardwalk.  The sound of the waves and the smell of the ocean were just what I needed.  Of course this outfit from Baiastice for FameMESHed helped a lot.  I love the way the Mjrie top hugs and accentuates my curves.  I hope you like this outfit as much as I do.

 

Skin:  Belleza - Ava SK 0

Shape:  Anna Shapes - Pamela (modified)

Eyes:  Mayfly Liquid Light Mesh Eyes - Onyx

Lips:  Adam n Eve Make Up Tattoo Glamover Teeth Bittersweet

Hair:  . Liquence . F3 in Genetics

 

 

Top:  Baiastice Mjrie Top - Silver

Skirt:  Baiastice Yse Maxi Skirt - Black

Shoes:  [GOS] Lauren d'Orsay - Black Satin

Earrings: [Magic Nook] Sparkling Wave Earrings - Silver

Bracelets, Ring, Nails:  [Mandala] Kabuki Bracelet/Silver Phoenix

Pose:  **Manifeste** Modely 604

 

 



Touched by an Angel

Well, today is Labor Day here in the US.  This means the 'unofficial' end of summer even though Fall doesn't begin until later this month.  It also means that summer whites can be hung back in the closet until next year.  In my travels today I found this dress at the Perfect Wardrobe event and wanted to get this post done before the day was out.  I hope you like today's offering.

 

Skin:  Belleza - Ava Med 0

Shape:  Anna Shapes - Pamela (modified)

Eyes:  Mayfly Liquid Light Mesh Eyes - Paris Green

Lips:  Belleza - Ava Med Strong Gloss 5

Nails:  Candy Nail #P000 Basic Prim Nails Pink04

Hair:  D!va Ange Hair - Citrine

 

 

 

 

Dress:  [ Sakide ] Pure Angel Dress (includes wings)

Shoes:  N-core Delicious - White

Necklace and Bracelets:  [Mandala] Milky Way = White 

Pose:  **Manifeste** Model 376