You assume I’m fine

While you were out buildin’ other worlds, where was I?
Where’s that man who’d throw blankets over my barbed wire?
I made you my temple, my mural, my sky
Now I’m beggin’ for footnotes in the story of your life
Drawin’ hearts in the byline
Always takin’ up too much space or time
You assume I’m fine, but what would you do if I

Break free and leave us in ruins?
Took this dagger in me and removed it
Gain the weight of you, then lose it
Believe me, I could do it

Outfit: BlondeQueen Gracie Maxi Skirt (Black/Pinstripe) @Designer Showcase
Hair:  RAON Hair Cecile Mesh Bun
Shoes: Baiastice Rock Stud Flats
Jewelry: (Yummy) Daisy Rings & Dreamy Earrings & RealEvil Industries Iris Watch
Nails: (NO) Art Nails Natural Summer 2 Fall
Makeup: Top1Salon HD Foxy Eyeshadow (Lelutka X) nude
Avatar: LeLUTKA.Avalon 3.1 and Maitreya LaraX
Skin: [the Skinnery] Jeanne (LeLutkaEVOX)
Pose: STUN Rie 2 V2
Location: Backdrop City Billar Drunks Backdrop by The Bearded Guy TSS
Lyrics: Taylor Swift “Tolerate It”


The other side of the door

We were so happy at the club. Why’d we have to fight on the night before Valentine’s Day?

I said, “Leave,” but all I really want is you
To stand outside my window throwing pebbles
Screaming, “I’m in love with you”
Wait there in the pouring rain, coming back for more
And don’t you leave, ’cause I know all I need is on
The other side of the door

Outfit: [4U] ~ CLUB Collection @Designer Showcase
Hair: bonbon – ichika hair
Shoes :[Dazzling] Eliza platforms – noir
Stockings: MALified – Fishnet
Jewelry: (Yummy) Love Spell Ring Set & Lover Earring Collection Ball & Chain (L) and Fuck Off (R)
Nails: Nails: (NO) Art Nails Almond – Chipped Polish
Makeup: Top1Salon HD Foxy Eyeshadow (Lelutka X) nude &  CAZIMI Flawless Contour
Avatar: LeLUTKA.Avalon 3.1 and Maitreya LaraX
Skin: [the Skinnery] Jeanne (LeLutkaEVOX)
Pose: OMY Everly 1 + eye animation
Spirit Night Backdrop – The Bearded Guy 1 @Backdrop City
Lyrics: The Other Side of the Door by Taylor Swift

Meet me at midnight…

If you like shopping at Designer Showcase, you can meet me anytime. Need a ride to Designer Showcase? Click here!

Outfit: Vulnus Palam @Designer Showcase
Hair: Tram N0208
Jewelry: Avery Lux 4D by JUMO Originals &  KUNGLERS – Denise ring
Nails: (NO) Art Nails – Almond – Sophisticated Collection
Makeup: Top1Salon HD Foxy Eyeshadow (Lelutka X) nude &  CAZIMI Flawless Contour
Avatar: LeLUTKA.Avalon 3.1 and Maitreya LaraX
Skin: [the Skinnery] Jeanne (LeLutkaEVOX)
Pose: Secret Poses Ellie 3
Backdrop: [BH9] – Skyline V1 ShopBH9 @Backdrop City

Happy New Year!

I love the start of a brand new year. Something really special happens in January too! Designer Showcase is celebrating its 14th anniversary! I hold a special place in my heart for DS. They took a chance on a new blogger; I will forever be grateful (omgosh, I just realized I’ve been in SL for over 15 years). The anniversary event will feature talented designers from all over the grid starting January 5th! My sneak peek is JUMO’s Avery gown. The top and skirt are available in multiple colors, and its gorgeous silhouette screams celebration!

Can I ask you a question?

It’s 2024, and I have a question.

Did you leave her house in the middle of the night?
Did you wish you put up more of a fight
When she said it was too much?
Do you wish you could still touch …her?
It’s just a question

Does it feel like everything’s just like second-best after that
Meteor strike?
And what’s that, that I heard, that you’re still with her
That’s nice, I’m sure that’s what’s suitable
And right
But tonight…
Can I ask you a question?

Featuring Evergreen “Midnights” (Blue) @Designer Showcase
Shoes:  GOS Boutique “Lesina” Sandals (Silver)
Hair: Moon Hair “Dreamer”
Jewelry: Sigma “Layered” bracelets, “Rosette” rings, and “Star” hoops
Makeup:  Top1Salon “Sorry Not Sorry” Lip; CAZIMI “Flawless Contour” (EvoX); and  Dernier “Eyeliner Set” Vol.1 #2
Pose: OMY Hazel 1
Location: Paparazzi “Motel Midnight 3” @Backdrop City
Lyrics: Taylor Swift Question…?

Me and Karma Vibe Like THAT…

I’ve been in SL for a little over 14 years. Damn. When I first started I was in my early 20’s and now I’m in my 30’s. Crazy. The lure of SL is still so appealing to me but for very different reasons now that I’m older. In the beginning, I toyed with modeling. I moved on to blogging, but my blogging was sporadic. It depended on my mood and what music I was listening to at the time, which was a LOT of Taylor Swift. Sorry, not sorry dear reader. My goal this year is to blog more often, return to the diary style (with music, duh), and find new designers and pose creators. After all, it’s why I’m still here.

Ask me what I learned from all those years
Ask me what I earned from all those tears
Ask me why so many fade, but I’m still here
(I’m still, I’m still here)

‘Cause karma is the thunder
Rattling your ground
Karma’s on your scent like a bounty hunter
Karma’s gonna track you down
Step by step from town to town
Sweet like justice, karma is a queen
Karma takes all my friends to the summit
Karma is the guy on the screen
Coming straight home to me

‘Cause karma is my boyfriend (karma is my boyfriend)
Karma is a god
Karma is the breeze in my hair on the weekend (weekend)
Karma’s a relaxing thought
Aren’t you envious that for you it’s not?
Sweet like honey, karma is a cat
Purring in my lap ’cause it loves me
Flexing like a goddamn acrobat
Me and karma vibe like that

Karma is my boyfriend
Karma is a god

Karma’s a relaxing thought

Dress: I.M.Collection “Cocktail Hour” (Maitreya)
Coat: Baiastice “Veronique”
Shoes: Ohemo – Daisy block heel boots
Hair:  [monso] Natalia Hair
Nails:  Nylon Outfitters Art Nails – Almond – Glitter Gradient
Jewelry:  Yummy Hoop Set – Small Thin Round & Vibing “Lexi Rings” & Dark Mouse “Big Chain Bracelet” (Left) & MINIMAL – Constellation Necklace Sagittarius Gold
Accessories: ChicChica “Last Bottle Is Over Champagne > Glass of Champagne &  Yummy 2024 HAPPY NEW YEAR Shades – Gold
Pose:  Ana Poses “Bordeaux” 10
Location: Backdrop City TROPIX “Private Access Backdrop” by Igor Almeida Blackbart
Post inspired by “Karma” by Taylor Swift

The End

Featuring WILD Fashion Lexa @Designer Showcase
Shoes: Supernatural Ivana Heels [Maitreya] Nude (Former Arcade Exclusive)
Hair: tram M0425
Jewelry: Dark Mouse Flat Hoop Earrings & Vibing Ara Rings
Accessories: Revienne: Aina Handbag [Gold]
Makeup: CAZIMI: Soft Power & Dernier “Face” Contour (Lelutka Evo X BoM)
Avatar: LeLUTKA.Avalon 3.1 and Maitreya Lara
Skin: [the Skinnery] Jeanne (LeLutkaEVOX)
Pose: BERAS Avril 2 (Former Pose Fair Exclusive)
Location: Backdrop City (Shopping)

Oh Baby, Baby

Dressing up is not only fun, but it allows you the time to embrace your unacknowledged self. I’m feeling a little like Brittany Spears circa 1998 with a twist. My school girl is wearing Shanti’s Robin, which is a limited edition you will only find at Rock Your Rack 2022. The top and the rich purple plaid skirt give me a cosmic vibe thus the twist. Want to pick up this sweet outfit? Find Shanti’s Robin @Rock Your Rack

Featuring Robin by Shanti (Limited Edition) @Rock Your Rack 
Shoes: Endora by Cult (Happy Weekend 60L Special)
Hair: Monso Aurora
Jewelry: The Way I Am necklace by AvaWay, Jessa necklace by Kibitz, and Alice Rings & Stella Earrings by Vibing
Accessories: Prink and Treat Mad Cat by Cult & Hair Puffs by Milkbath
Pose: OMY Akari 1
Backdrop: [BH9] – Gym Selfie RARE @Backdrop City

Dreaming

Dahila by Le’La is available at Designer Showcase. There are other colors, and I was drawn to deep purple because it represents royalty. #RIP Queen Elizabeth II. 🙏🏻

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Outfit: {Le’La} Dahila Dress @Designer Showcase
Shoes: Hilly Haalan Carolina Platform Heels
Hair: barberyumyum #L19(03)
Jewelry: Beloved Jewelry: Odea Earrings V2 (Large)
Makeup: CAZIMI Apple Blush & poema Milkshake eyeshadow
Avatar: LeLUTKA.Avalon 3.1 and Maitreya Lara
Skin: [the Skinnery] Jeanne (LeLutkaEVOX)
Pose: Secret Body Elegance 6
Location: FOXCITY. Photo Booth – Royal Hall (Stylised) @Backdrop City

I’m lost, but I’m hopeful

Designer Showcase’s August Round ends on the 25th! In honor of Olivia Newton John and Grease, I decided to close out the month with Grease by Ghee. Pink ladies for eva. 😍

Featuring Ghee Grease @Designer Showcase
Hair: [monso] Yaska
Avatar: LeLUTKA.Avalon 3.1 and Maitreya Lara
Skin: [the Skinnery] Jeanne (LeLutkaEVOX)
Makeup: CAZIMI: Bewitched Eyeshadow – Pastels 3 – 100% @Designer Showcase & : Dernier : “Ahri” Highlighter #1 (90% Opacity)
Jewelry: Pieces Of Me Blaith Diamond Studs and Watch (Silver) & Eclat – Vynil Diamonds Choker
Pose: Foxcity Bebe 2m
Location: Backdrop City LEIJIN // Structure — Secret Litty Brickway by Khing G. Trill