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“The place where you came from ain’t there any more…”

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This is a subtle part II to my last post. My husband teased me mercilessly about calling one of my posts part I, so this is a test. If he really reads my blogs, I have to use it to my advantage. 😉

Last time, I went on and on about our Chihuahuas, but only wrote specifically about Annabelle. Now, my little Loki is my first love! Both pups were rescues so I can only imagine their pasts. Loki’s foster dad was not official, but he was the one who snatched up a little, lost dog walking around in traffic. I’m so glad he saved Loki’s life because my little pup doesn’t know this, but he saved mine. When I adopted him, I was desperately in need of unconditional love. We were a match!

She thought, I have got to think. I have got to know what to do.

Now, I have my hubby and our Annabelle so it finally feels like a family. All we need is a place that I want to call home, and that is harder than it sounds because it has to be a home in Las Vegas and not my hometown Albuquerque, for now.

I’m wearing:
Outfit: Layercake Tank by More Than Ever (3 color choices and Maitreya and Omega appliers for shorts) @ Designer Showcase (June 2016)
More than ever Hud
Hair: Lamb. Sometimes @ The Arcade (June 2016)
Shoes: Lindy Rachel White for Maitreya @ Designer Showcase (June 2016)
Pink glasses by *New Tentacio* @ The Arcade (June 2016)
Chair: {Koalifications & Razzberry Inc.} Mint Beach Chair @ The Arcade (June 2016)

Post title pinched from Joyce Carol Oates’ short story (One of my favorite short stories ever) “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?“

“Where are you going, where have you been?” Part I…

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My husband will appreciate half of this post. Now, when I say he’ll appreciate it, I mean he’ll remember the original story. We adopted Annabelle, a little rascal of a Chihuahua, last year because my husband saw her picture and wanted to give our Chihuahua Loki a companion. The first couple of days were rough! I was protective over my Loki because…well he’s a mama’s boy. Annabelle is younger so much more playful. Naturally, I thought playful meant she wanted to eat him. Now I know better. They’re a cute little team. She feels like a part of the family, which hopefully means she won’t try and run.

Ooh she's a little runaway

Annabelle’s foster parents warned us that she was an escape artist. We found out that was true a couple of days later. She didn’t escape, but she hauled ass down the stairs and out the door. Thankfully, my husband caught her. I can’t imagine our little family without her. Both of our pups were rescues, so I always wonder about their lives before us. That also means my husband and I are fiercely protective of them. We don’t know where Annabelle wanted to go or where our little rat babies (yeah that means Chihuahuas in our world) have been.

Part II coming soon.

I’m wearing
[WellMade] Lori Dress for Maitreya @ Designer Showcase June (Includes versions for itmesh, Belleza, and SLink as well and a hud for 8 color choices.)
Lindy’s New Shoes Rachel in White @ Designer Showcase June (For Slink and Maitreya Flat Feet)
Lamb Hair. Loomer  @ The Arcade June
TENTACIO Radio 02 @ The Arcade June

Props and Pose
+Half-Deer+ Chihuahua – Run Run Run @ The Arcade June
[Con.] The Cuddle Camper – Yellow Rare @ The Arcade June
[ keke ] shells flat @ The Arcade June
{Koalifications & Razzberry Inc.} Mint Beach Chair {C} @ The Arcade June
Pose: Slay – Wixon by Blackliquid.Tokyoska

Post title pinched from Joyce Carol Oates’ short story (One of my favorite short stories ever) “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?“

“Running scared, I was there, I remember it all too well…”

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Any blogger who does in-world shots knows the risk. By risk, I mean other avatars entering a blogger’s world. Sometimes, it’s harmless. Other times, people behind the keyboard are having a wonderful time jumping or pushing the solitary avatar that looks like she is lost or away from the keyboard. This time, I camera stalked the one-day-old avatar and took a snapshot because for all I know she is new or perhaps she’s having a bad day. I’ve never really photographed others, but it’s the personification of nostalgia, for me. Avatars are not human, but the people who control them are. So, this is for Fiyouna (pictured below). She doesn’t know me, but she virtually touched me.

I'd like to be my old self again, but I'm still trying to find it

When I first set out to blog, I had Memorial Day on my mind. I don’t know anyone who has died in service. As a good American,  I appreciate it. As a person, I wish war wasn’t necessary. I have lost loved ones, and they did not die with honors, but I still take this day to remember them the same.

I remember it all too well

The people I knew were battling their own wars and they lost. Some people say suicide is selfish, but it may not be that simple. In a twisted way, suicidal individuals may feel as  though they are making a difference in their loved ones’ lives and that means letting their loved ones live on in peace. Of course, that does not happen because the living hurt more than the dead, but it’s an idea that haunts me.

Wind in my hair, you were there

Before I get too political or crybaby for my own good (I don’t know enough to really debate about politics; I just run on emotions so you’ve met your match in crybaby territory), I’ll end it on a safe note. For those that I’ve lost and whom others have lost, we remember you all too well and love you. ♥

I can’t say that I love you Fiyouna because I don’t know you, but I want to thank you for bumping into me.

I’m wearing
Blac Label Boutique Siran Cardigan~Peach Limpet @ Designer Showcase (May Round)
Blac Label Boutique Siran Halter and Shorts ~Peach @ Designer Showcase (May Round)
*Nya’s*Jacky-O Flats for Slink @ Designer Showcase (May Round)
Vanity Hair:Miss Fisher-Browns
Pose 2: ASO! Mimosa 5 (Gacha)
Pose 3: Eternal Dream Vicky 01
Location: Everlong 

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Speaking of which…

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I used to have an active Second [social] Life. It was loads of fun in the beginning. I call it the SL gloss and that gloss wore out quite some time ago. Teaching was fun. Pretending to be a model was fun too. Isn’t it funny how we can change interests even in our Second Lives?

For instance, now, I log in solely to blog. If my old friends get my autoreply, chances are I really am in Photoshop, or I just don’t have anything to say. Regardless of what I am doing, I let my autoresponse do the talking.
How to be alone

Don’t get me wrong. There are a couple of people I miss chatting to. My old friend Tiff is one. The last time I ‘spoke’ to her, she was choreographing dances, which I think is so fun. You know how I love my animations. Anyway, if I could do that without the actually ‘talking’ to others, I totally would.

I mean, I could choreograph a dance or two and then blog it, but since I only hang out with myself (you’ve met Sunshine and Taco, my real life husband…I took control of his avatar a long time ago), it’s sort of computer intensive lol. I suppose I just wanted to say, if you get my autoresponse, it’s because I’m just here to relax and get away from my real life. Other times, I only have enough charm left at the end of the day for one. 😉

I’m wearing

Legendaire Valentina Dress (Maitreya) and Heels @ Designer Showcase (May’s cycle ends on the 31st)
PurpleMoon Safety Pin Clutch [gold] Black (Former Gift for the Instruments)
Truth Hair Verity
Pose: Manifeste 616
Location: Paris Land

“I’m glad I came here with your pound of flesh…”

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Finding a new home is exhausting. While we’re searching, tons of agents have come by to view the property we’re currently renting. I’m so done. As we search for our new home, I have a couple of wants because our current residence leaves a lot to be desired. It is not my husband’s fault, but the present environment has intensified my mood swings. This is my apology lol. =)

DS May

In real life, I only socialize with my husband, but I would like to find a home that motivates us to stay home and enjoy the property. There’s too much to do in Las Vegas and it all costs money. While there are shows to see and restaurants to dine in, there are just as many slot machines one can pour his or her money into. We don’t do that often, but, in retrospect, I could have purchased some amazing shoes in the last 3 months. Tangibility is everything.

Now, speaking of tangibility, don’t forget to stop at Designer Showcase. May is nearly over so tons of goodies at promo prices or exclusive pieces will be gone on the 31st.

Click I love shoes and clothes for your lift to Designer Showcase.

Sunshine is wearing:
Hepburn Rose Dress by More Than Ever @ Designer Showcase 
Slink FEMALE (Av.Enhance) Hands and Feet Alpha
Lindy Bailee Black and Gold @ Designer Showcase 
pr!tty hair- Yeemi

I’m wearing:
[hh] Belize Dress short for MAITREYA @ Designer Showcase 
Amacci Hair – Astra – No Bow
Maxi Gossamer Earrings – Lost Eden – Rebecca – GOLD + OPAL
Maitreya Mesh Body – Feet V3.5
Pure Poison – Elianna Pumps – Maitreya
{NANTRA} Red Wine Glass Copy only

Pose by Exposeur Poison & Wine
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Open House: “I’m useless but not for long.”

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Never, ever, do real estate with the seller’s family. My husband and I decided to officially plant roots in Las Vegas by purchasing a house. Husband: Hey, guess what, a co-worker wants to sell her home! Me: Oh wow, what are the odds? Must be a blessing and meant to be! No. That’s not always the case. A few days ago, I sat silently while the real estate licensee (seller’s sister) tried to set up a meeting with my husband. Apparently, my credit hasn’t reached the mark yet, which is totally okay, but it’s like hey I’m still here. Can someone besides my husband acknowledge I’m part of this?

Open House

I will be a first-time home buyer, so I guess that makes me a virgin, but I always imagined real estate agents were equally respectful of both the buyer and the seller. I may be a virgin, but that doesn’t mean I don’t have feelings. 😉 This contract is contingent on our credit, so if this doesn’t pan out, I totally understand. For what it’s worth, I would love to check out empty houses to feel the realtors’ vibes and previous owners’ energy left behind.  Although, open houses do not sound appealing. I imagine the crazy realtor from American Beauty.

Incidentally, Designer Showcase’s April round will actually be a closed house on April 30, so if you haven’t made it by there, check it out. I hear there will be a brand spanking new location. Now, those are positive vibes.

I’m wearing:
Entice – Stars Are Blind Lights w/Necklace for Maitreya @ Designer Showcase
LaGyo_Triple leather bag lime
Lindy Bency Tawny  @ Designer Showcase
*TKW* Bohumila Hair

Sunshine is wearing:
Blac Label Sahara Romper in Peach @ Designer Showcase
Amacci Hair – Mima
Tres Beau “Jemma” Earrings
KC Couture- Sharon Wedges for Slink High @ Designer Showcase

Pose by Glitterati Rust (Freebie!)

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Surprise Me!

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Recently, a friend of mine threw a surprise party for her husband but it didn’t have the wow factor she was hoping for. One, they have twins and her husband always brings both babies at the same time. So she had her phone filming discretely and hubby only walks in with one baby. You can hear the wtf in my friend’s voice when she asked where the other baby was. Hubby gets other baby two seconds later…then leaves again to collect the diaper bags.

Surprise Parties

Normally, he brings it all in. Think someone alerted him to the surprise? Methinks yes. The lesson: don’t let too many people in on the surprise! I had a surprise bridal party and it was my first surprise party. I was genuinely surprised, so it honestly made for the best time ever!

Need a fancy party dress? Snowpaws has two delicious pieces at Designer Showcase March. Here’s your lift!

Sunshine is wearing:

Dress: Snowpaws Courant Bow Gown – Pearl @ March Designer Showcase 
Hair: “”D!va”” Hair “Chisa”(Moon stone)
FuLo – “Tina” ring – Ruby
Lazuri Classic Pearls Ring – Left

I’m wearing:

Dress: Snowpaws Au Revoir Red Silk Gown – Sparkle @ March Designer Showcase 
LeLutka Head Simone
Hair: Vanity Hair: Luck be a Lady-Browns
{Reverie} ‘Box of Charms’ – French Heiress Earrings @ March Arcade 2016

Pose and props:
Glitterati “Straight on Til Morning”
Fancy Decor Harpsichord Rare and Parlor Chandelier and Ariskea Dollie Rug @ March Arcade 2016

 

 

Chasing Weiland: “It’s what made you who you were.”

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Scott Weiland’s death devastated me. I grew up listening to Stone Temple Pilots. They were my first concert. In many ways, their music shaped the way I hear new music today, and, so often, a song builds my blogs.

I heard “Plush” while driving to work today, and it brought back so many memories. There is the innocent interpretation of “Plush,” and that is merely how the lyrics compel me to sing along. Have you ever heard this song while observing Karaoke? My husband sang it at my work’s holiday bash and it was a favorite!

Where ya going with that mask I found STP

Was it the lyrics that made my co-workers, and myself, sing along? “Where

“Where ya going with that mask I found?”

so much depends on the weatherPerhaps, it is the connotation of trying to hide one’s true self, or one’s actions and motives, that makes others relate? This is me trying to figure myself out. It’s also an ode to my appreciation of Scott Weiland. He shall rest in peace, and I will call it a night and see what tomorrow brings.

I’m wearing loads of stuff from Designer Showcase‘s January Collection (January’s round ends on January 31). Designer Showcase will be on a winter hiatus and close shop for February. So if there is anything you want to grab, do it before 1-31! When Designer Showcase is back up in March, expect a brand new location and feel!

Sunshine is wearing:

Dress: Asteria Style – [Brown] @ Designer Showcase (January)
Jewelry: Tres Beau “Jemma” Earrings @ Designer Showcase (January)
Hair: No Match No Smile @ On9
Skin: .::WoW Skins::. 2016 Rose Milk @ Designer Showcase (January)
Mani/Pedi: DaneMarkZ Ombre (Exclusive Color) @ Designer Showcase (January)
Pose by Label Motion Chloe 4

I’m wearing:

Jewelry: Baubles! by Phe MoonFeatherEarrings (Gold) @ Designer Showcase (January)
Outfit: Sage Ava Dress Coffee and Ava Heels Gold @ Designer Showcase (January)
Hair: Tableau Vivant \\ Shocking hair – Browns
Mani/Pedi: DaneMarkZ (Exclusive Color) @ Designer Showcase (January)
Pose by Manifeste
Friend pose by !Bang (Big Deal)

 

Las Vegas Winters (What? No Snow?)

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I swear my outfits go through this every winter. I’m a southwestern girl by heart, so my move from Albuquerque to Las Vegas kept me in warm winter weather. The only snow I really see is in Second Life!

Designer Showcase’s December Round has the best of both worlds as there is chic fall weather attire and cozy winter wear to choose from.

Designer Showcase December Collection

Designer Showcase is a monthly fashion event that features 16 and up designers from all over the grid. Some have exclusive pieces specifically designed for Designer Showcase and others have gorgeous ensembles available for discounted prices. You have until December 28! Need a lift? Click here for your ride.

I’m wearing:
Sage – Tanya Jeans and Top in Mustard, Boots and Bracelets in Brown, Sunglasses, and Purse in Blue @ Designer Showcase
Clawtooth Hair – Valerie in Dark Ombre @ December’s Arcade
Pose – Manifeste

Sunshine is wearing:
LAVIAN – Essentials November Rain Jacket and Jeans @ Designer Showcase
Ingenue – Alma Boots in Nutmeg @ December’s Arcade
Tableau Vivant Hair – Starry Night \\ Side tail – Blonds @ December’s Arcade
Pose – Label Motion Gemma

Props – {anc} NO LIMITS.ground and flying doves and old electric pole in natural @ December’s Arcade
Trompe Loeil – Josette Boutique (A Collabor88 Item)

Tis the Season

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I’m back home! We celebrate Thanksgiving early because it’s easier to travel in the middle of November rather than the actual day. Family affairs are rough, so it’s good to be home.

Don’t get me wrong. I miss my family but once you hit a certain age, or maybe once you live on your own, staying at mom and dad’s can be difficult.

Tis the Season

Tomorrow marks the end of Designer Showcase’s November round. It officially ends at midnight, so it’s your last chance to pick up designer goodies at promotional prices. Lots of fun cocktail dresses. Tis the season for dressing up!

Want to see? Click Designer Showcase for your taxi.

Credits from left to right:

Dress: Entice – Brown Sugar – Leather (Multiple prints/textures to choose from) @ November Designer Showcase
Pose: Manifeste

Dress: [ZanzE] Cassandra {LACE}-(Available for Belleza, Maitreya, Slink, and traditional fit) @ November Designer Showcase
Pose: posa170mesh by Chicco Rabeni

Dress: Snowpaws Charlotte – White Lace (Also available in Black and Omega or TMP applier) @ November Designer Showcase
Pose: Label Motion