Absinthe at Midnight

I’ve never been much of an absinthe drinker, mainly because I don’t like aniseed. However, after the level of stress and work this week I’m tempted to give it a try! Thankfully I have a few days booked off work next week and I aim to make the most of them. Sadly, real life commitments have other plans for me. But I shall try to overcome, preferably with a glass of something strong in my hand 😉

 

Credits:

Hair: .EscalateD. / Rhapsody – v1 – Essentials worn / Hunt prize (10L) for Rotten Egg Hunt available 12 – 28th April HERE

Necklace: NaaNaa’s / Cupid Necklace – hud inc (Maitreya, Unrigged inc)

Arm cuffs: AvaWay / Jessica Armlets – hud inc (Maitreya only) / *new release* available at FaMESHed April 2019

Dress: Loud Rebel Design / Dress Maya – hud inc (Belleza, Maitreya, Slink inc) / *new release* available at SWANK Event April 2019

Heels: Mosquito’s Way / Amber – hud inc (Belleza, Maitreya, Slink inc)

Poster: [GCP] / Absinthe Wall Art / *new release*

Side table w/ candles: Heart Designs / Regard Noir Cabinet / *new release*

Armchair and pouffe: Magnum Opus / Dark side stool / *new release* available at The Dark Side 4 event April 2019

Vases: Magnum Opus / Dark side birch vases / *new release* available at The Dark Side 4 event April 2019

Pose: GingerFish Poses / Move Me (6 bento poses w/ mirrors inc) / *new release* available at Flourish Sales Studio April 2019

Building: [GCP] / Grand Skybox / *new release*

You raise me up….

The internet can be such a powerful tool. I’ve had two experiences of it recently, both in a positive and negative light. The positive experience happened quite by accident. A friend had posted a picture very similar to these leggings and next thing I know, they’ve been made! An amazing example of people coming together, initially in a humorous way, but creating something fun in the process ❤

The negative experience was hearing that a friend continues to experience trouble with her blog on a social media platform because people appear to be targeting her. The issue? Having an opinion that is different to someone else’s. Part of the brilliant thing about living in a democracy is being able to express reasonable opinions and not live in fear of the ramifications. Many people don’t have that luxury. Perhaps we need to remind ourselves that while a blog may be merely pictures and words to one person, to another it’s a creative and mental outlet that has real meaning. Be nice, people. Honestly, this negative behaviour only speaks volumes about the person you are.

 

Credits:

Hair: Sn@tch / Flynn Hair – Naturals worn / *new release*

Top: Pink Cream Pie / Kat Tee – white worn (Freya, Maitreya, Hourglass inc) / *new release*

Leggings: +MuggleBorn+ / Julliet Leggings – hud inc (eBody, Freya, Maitreya, Hourglass inc) / group gift – *NEW*

Heels: [Sheba] / Erika Booties – hud inc (Belleza, Maitreya, Slink, Tonic inc)

Pose: GingerFish Poses / Moon in Aries (6 bento poses w/ mirrors inc)

Backdrop: [GCP] / Grand Skybox / *new release*

Hidden in plain sight

Sometimes, when people say they’re ok, they aren’t. When they’re asking you if you’re ok…..what they’re really asking you is “ask me if I’m ok.” They’re looking for someone to realise that they’re hurting and reach out to them. It could just be a conversation or a joke shared to break the ice. It could be a kiss, an affirmation of love and being wanted. Don’t lose sight of them; these people who are hidden in plain sight. Reach out and show them that they’re loved.

 

Credits:

Hair: Doe / Hair Raising (solid) – Colors / gacha item – available at SaNaRae October 2017

Eye/lip makeup: Zombie Suicide / Sludge – fatpack inc (Catwa, Omega inc) / Ironwood Hills Hunt prize October 2017

Top: ChicModa / Bonnie Halloween (Slink, Maitreya inc) / Halloween release for Once Upon a Nightmare event (available until 31st October 2017)

Jeans: SPIRIT / Anita jeans – MEDIUM (Belleza, Maitreya, Slink HG inc) / *new release* – available at Kustom9 October 2017

Pose: [GCP] / Sporty Spice (animation and pose ball inc) / 25L – available on Marketplace HERE

Backdrop: RAMA / #selfie_RAMA Cyan Baffle / gacha item

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One of the things I really enjoy about blogging in SL is the photography. I enjoy experimenting with windlights and shadows to see how it affects the ‘scene’ I have in front of me. Do I want it to look moody? Do I want a light effect with extra ‘gold’ or ‘blue’ in it? Do I want shadows or not? Sometimes it takes me a while to put the picture together; sometimes I have moments of quick inspiration and BOOM it’s there. That’s the one. I’m ready to publish. The ones I’ve enjoyed the most are where it’s been effortless….everything has flowed and I look back at it all and think “yes, this feels and looks right.” Bit like life, really.

 

Credits:

Hair: /Wasabi Pills/ / Jasmine Mesh Hair – Browns / 250L

Pose: [GCP] / Sporty Spice (animation and pose ball inc) / 25L – available on Marketplace HERE

Jacket w/ Shirt: [VALE KOER] / Kellu Bomber Jacket (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya inc) / 788L fatpack (singles available) – available at C88 *limited time*

Pants: RIOT / Jennifer Skinnies (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya inc) / 1,299L fatpack (singles available) – available at the Rewind event *limited time*

Heels: [MODA] / Phoebe Leather Pumps – fatpack (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, TMP inc) / 299L *clearance*

 

Photo taken in a little corner at the Twisted Cork Wine & Rock Bar. A new rock club on the grid, with sets most days. The Boss and I work here on a Thursday 1-3pm (classic rock set), if you ever fancy joining us.