Cheers to 2022. Here's to a start of another joyful new year! May it bring you much happiness and many blessings. Addams - Naima Collection Truth - Eternity Kibitz - Melina's Necklace Gold Ascendant - Bella Nails Swallow - Charm Ears TLG - "Champagne Celebrations" Happy New Year Sil…
Friday, December 31, 2021
Monday, December 27, 2021
The Lily
I hope everyone had a great holiday season. I hope this year was a good one and that next year will be even better. I send wishes of love, prosperity and health in to the new year. Korpokkur House - Pink Lily Set* Pink Lily (LI:3), Bench Chest (LI:8), Floor Lights (LI:4), Side Table (LI:6), Stuffe…
Thursday, December 23, 2021
Winter Chill
It snowed where I live and got really cold. It's a winter chill that has not lifted. With more weather on the way I doubt it will. Here in Second Life it looks like a winter chill at my place too. It's cold and blustery and the perfect time to clear off the hot tub and take a dip. Chez M…
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Cocktail Party Time
This is the last dressy look I will showcase before the holidays. I am ready for that cocktail party. I will be heading out for drinks with my friends and get that break from my kids I need. While I won't be this dressed up I do get to be fancier than normal. Happy Holiday's everyone. SA…
Monday, December 20, 2021
Festive Sitting Room
This is my sitting room in the Festive House. I used some furniture from other sets I had placed through out the house. Check out the dinning room and the living room . This is my last of four posts on this house and it has been so much fun sharing with you. Dreamscapes Décor - Exclusive *Noelle* …
Sunday, December 19, 2021
Christmas Parties Galore
This gown is for all of those parties you will be attending this Christmas Season. It comes with a great color hud but I loved this pattern. Wild Fashion - Norma Gown and Pearl Earrings* @Designer Showcase Indyra - Abyss Necklace Brown Truth - Poetry Glitzz - Fur Stole L2 Olive
Saturday, December 18, 2021
Festive Dinning Room
Welcome to the Festive Dinning Room. I love the colors in this set and the furniture is color changing. It goes great with the overall feel of the house. See the outside and the living room in previous posts. I still have one more post on this home so stay tuned. Evhah Store - Rustic Set* Candel…
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Festive Livingroom
This is part of my Festive House that I decorated. This is blog post number two and I will have two more to go. This cute little house is Christmas ready. Dreamland Designs - Noelle Cozy Livingroom Set* Couch Adult ULTRARARE (LI:14), Console Table (LI:5), Side Cabinet Gold (LI:3), Snowflake Lamp…
Festive Home
I put together this festive home from an assortment of Christmas items. Today I will highlight the outside parts of the house and then over the next few days I will showcase the inside. I wish my snow was nice, frozen and dry like it looks in Second Life. My real life snow is a wet soppy mess th…
Candy Drop Lane
Candy Drop Lane came together quite easy. I how the décor fit in well with the snowy rocks. It's the perfect little back drop area for Christmas. Tm Creation - wa37 The Snowy Ruins Area Winter Scene (LI:17)* @Swank Raindale - Sweetlight Collection (only available at Arcade this round)* Arch Sn…
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
The Elves
I have been trying to figure out the best way to blog this cute little table. These pieces are part of a Nextup event. You play 50L a pull and are rewarded with part of the set. It's the new name for a gacha machine, but you can see what is coming. I like this method more and tend to purcha…
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Snowflake Love
Winter brings out all the wonderful snow flake patterns. This round of Designer Showcase does not disappoint. I found beautiful snow flake nails to go perfectly with my snowflake dress. I also included my information on my makeup and skin which I normally don't do so make sure you scroll all…
Monday, December 13, 2021
Cold Winters Night
On a cold winters night the deer come out to listen to the enchanted piano play. There are only two more days left of the SL Christmas Expo befitting the American Cancer Society. Entertainment today runs from 2pm until 7pm on the Holly Jolly Stage. 3rd Eye - Forest Star Pine Log (LI:38)* @SL Chris…
Saturday, December 11, 2021
Winter's Nap
The new puppy settled in for a winter nap by the toasty fire. I want to curl up on a snowy day and read a book right here. It started snowing in real life today. I won't be sitting by the fire reading but running around doing house work. Oh the fun of being an adult. Old Barn Door - Traditio…
Friday, December 10, 2021
Friday Night Dancing
Friday's are such a great night to dress and go out. It kicks off the weekend and you know there will be fun to be had. I love the pattern on this dress and the colors are just stunning which I customized to my Jewelry Set. Avemoi Couture - Julia Couture Crown B Bordeaux* @Designer Showcase Mo…
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Regal Christmas
Here is another light living room that I love. Real life is moving along. We went to see Santa Clause over the weekend which I was so happy I could do for the kids. They are at that age where Santa is still magical. Keep an eye on the blog as I have a ton more to show you for the month. Chez M…
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Christmas In White
I love using white furniture in Second Life. It's so bright, clean and pristine. Little kids dirty hands and pets don't destroy it like in real life. SL Christmas Expo is on day six with entertainment start on the Holly Jolly Stage from 11am until 9pm. DragonLady's - Christmas Firep…
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Holly Jolly Christmas
Have you visited Second Life's Christmas Expo yet. Vendors at the expo benefit the American Cancer Society. They also have daily music events from 10am until 7pm on the Holly Jolly Stage. Links are provided to the store sites at the expo. Check out their website here. Crystal Witch - Ridable…
Friday, December 3, 2021
SL Christmas Expo
The Christmas Expo is upon us. Each year this magical event appears in Second Life and I have the privilege of blogging it. I picked up the Christmas Dream Gown by Classy N Sassy for my first winter post on the event. This dress can be found at The Christmas Expo. See the official press release …
Thursday, December 2, 2021
Campfire Caroling
I love these snowman carolers and decided to put them by the night time fire. December is a big month for Second Life just like in real life. Some of these items came from The Christmas Event and benefits the American Cancer Society. Another event we all love every year is SL Christmas Expo tha…
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
A Bit Retro
I made this look up after purchasing the dress and shoes on last weeks Fifty Linden Fridays . I really like how the look turned out. The one time I want to blog something on the fly and it seems that Second Life is not working this morning. The items are no longer on sale but if you want you pick…
Monday, November 29, 2021
Formal Dinning At It's Finest
Christmas is coming and so are the formal dinning sets. This wonderful dinning room with curio cabinet fit together so well. We are ready for any holiday feast. LouChara - Yuletide Dining Room Complete Set * Traditional Christmas Tree (LI:27), Light (LI:9), Yuletide Centre Piece (LI:15), Yuletide Di…
Sunday, November 28, 2021
Christmas Is Coming
Everything Christmas is coming. As we hastily pack up Fall while joyfully pulling out Christmas decorations make sure to hold your love ones close. I know for some this is the first "normal" Christmas they have experienced in a few years. I know we are excited for some Christmas joy a…
Saturday, November 27, 2021
First Snow
A first snow is always beautiful. My favorite is when the sun hits the white snow. Everything just shines so brightly. We are still waiting on our first snow of the season here. These items can be found at The Christmas Event that benefits the American Cancer Society and I have included direct …
Friday, November 26, 2021
Tree Trimming Begins
Happy Thanksgiving and let the tree trimming begin. In my family Thanksgiving marks the start of our Christmas decorating season. Mainly because we have family at the house who can help hang lights and such. Animals just love Christmas trees and all the decorations on them. Our dog would pull of…
Thursday, November 25, 2021
Let's Go Pick Our Tree
Every year after Thanksgiving we go get a tree because if we wait there will be none. I know because we did that one year. Last year my mom sent a really nice fake tree that we put up. I do believe we will be going with the fake tree again. One year we did go out and pick our tree out of the w…
Wednesday, November 24, 2021
Looking Good
Looking Good is the perfect moto for any morning ritual. I marching on from fall décor into Christmas. This post is neither go figure. It's a great bathroom look and a must have for any house. I also included a clock so the man in your life can see how much time he has been hiding in the ba…
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
Foxcity Challenge Eight
Foxcity runs challenges to be accepted into the blogger team every few months, so I thought I would give it a try. All you have to do is grab the backdrop, take a photo and submit it to the flicker group. Find out more about it here. I hope you like the picture. Ricielli - Vienna Lingerie Kunglers -…
Monday, November 22, 2021
Christmas Joy
This is the cutest Christmas themed fireplace. I enjoyed putting all the pieces together on this look. It is a nice bright, whimsical, cheery fireplace. Raindale - Sparklejoy Collection* Drum + Décor (LI:3ea.), Clock (LI:2), Nut Gold (LI:3), Tree (LI:2), Wooden Mouse Crown & Star (LI:1ea.) @Enc…
Sunday, November 21, 2021
The Christmas Event
Did you know that The Christmas Event is happening at The Grove to benefit The American Cancer Society? This event runs until December 15th. Vendor's have one item which 100% of the proceeds go towards the American Cancer Society for the duration of the event. Some designers also have items …
Thursday, November 18, 2021
Fall Living Room
I love this fall living room. It gives me a cozy feeling due to the blankets and pillows. I think this may be my last fall post. I have been blogging my little butt off, I have been neglecting opening all my sale shopping and hunt items. I am trying to get caught up now since I know December i…
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
I AM
I am all that I can be and more. I love Second Life and everything that I am in both worlds. I am a fiercely loyal, no bull shit, friend. I don't like to be lied to and have been a lot in Second Life this year. It's funny in the end the people feel bad and tell me the truth anyways. W…
Monday, November 15, 2021
Oh My Leaves!
The leaves are falling in mass quantities here. I can't keep up with the raking, so I decided to do what my kids to and play in them. I.M. Collection - Pippa Blazer* @Designer Showcase Lindy - Sian Dusk* @Designer Showcase Kunst - Shikoban Set Truth - Brazen ASW - The Crisanta Trees Yellow Infiniti …
Sunday, November 14, 2021
The Sushi House
I was so excited to see this Miepon set from BS House . It is so unique and great for gathering friends for a night of sushi and sake. I love that the sushi in on the little plates rotates around. Where I live it takes me five hours round trip to go get sushi at a restaurant. I have been learnin…
Saturday, November 13, 2021
Cozy Room
I am a sucker for a nice comfy seat by the fire place and this chaise lounge area is no exception. The blankets pilled up with all the pillow makes me want to snuggle in with a book and never leave. Dreamland Designs - Tamara's Cozy Room* (Mexican Rugs not pictured) Fireplace Set: Old Fireplace …
Friday, November 12, 2021
Not Your Grandma's Couch
As the week wraps up I just wanted to wish everyone a happy Friday! We got to get of our area yesterday and swim in a heated pool for a while since the kids had no school. It was nice to feel the warm sun. I almost forgot it was November that is until I got out of the pool. This living room is…
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Color Rock
The rain has made it's way to us and we might see snow soon (fingers crossed). These colors are sure to brighten up anyone's day. They are so vibrant and fun in this skirt set from Pink & Love. Here's to some brightness in my stormy day. Pink & Love - Miura* @Designer Showcase Do…
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Pottery Cabin
The Pottery Cabin by Harshlands is a cute little addition to any garden. All your hard work is showcased on the floral cart by The Home Store. Harshlands - Pottery Cabin (LI:8)* The Home Store - Autumn Colors Flower Cart (LI:11)* @Swank TMG - Once Upon a Time Autumn
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
Did You Know?
A while back I bought a closet. In the note cards (that we never read) I read how to tint the clothing in the closet. If you click on an object and click the tab select face you can actually tint items in Second Life if the creator has not locked the color tab. In this picture I tinted the head…
Sunday, November 7, 2021
Cozy Day In
With our time falling back today it is the perfect time just to have a cozy day in. Chez Moi has released the Comfy Living Room Set with it's plush couch that I paired with The Old Midvale Fire Place from Swank & Co. I also added an Oval Jute Rug and Curtains from OPI. To finish the look…
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