A Spring Fling

There is something so light-hearted about springtime.  I think it is all the soft colors, new growth and sunshine.  It inspires a bit of whimsy in me.  I know some people go into spring-cleaning mode.  I get the bug to redecorate.  I had an “ooooh…look what’s in the box,” moment when I opened up Circa Living’s latest designs.  I found myself looking around the house for what I could fling, or at least tuck away, so I could freshen up the place, and ring-in the spring with these great new home accessories.

Styling:

Hair: Celie – EMO-tions

Necklace/Bracelet: Strand Bracelet and Necklace in Silver Quartz – HANDverk

Dress: Mesh Ruffled Collar Mini-dress  – shine

Eye Makeup: Gidget Blue No lip – Face Paint

Lips: Faith Lipgloss Pink Natural – Izzie’s

Pose: Model Poses 115 – Focus Poses

Scene:

Birdhouse: Springtime Birdhouse with Sparrows Periwinkle (group gift) – Circa Living

Teacup: Easter Sunday Teacup Fern – Circa Living

Chandelier: Easter Sundy Teacup Chandelier – Circa Living

Pictures: Queen Anne’s Lace and Wheat Fields (part of the Divine Artisian Baking Table Set) – Circa Living

Topiary: Lit Topiary Bucket – Trompe Loeil

How to Make Magic

I’m going to say something that is going to sound somewhat contradictory, and yet it is entirely true.  There is no magic to making magic.  Let me explain what that means.  Magic, by its very nature, is a focused intention of will to create a tangible result or change.  Magic begins with a thought, coupled with a strong feeling of belief.  What you believe, you create.  What you focus on, you draw to you. The evidence of this is that there is nothing tangible that exists today, that did not begin as a seed of thought, coupled with a strong belief that it could be.  Belief inspires action, but it also sets the wheels in motion in the unseen realms.

It begins with something within us looking for a change; the belief that we deserve that change, and the belief that it can be. Once those beliefs are in place, one begins to live their life as though they have the fulfillment of their desire;  acting and talking as if that very thing is on the way, if not already arrived.  There is a settledness that comes over you, as you release that desire into the hands of whatever power you believe in, let go of fear and doubt, trusting and accepting that it is coming to you.  It is at this point that doors begin to open, new people are drawn to you, seeming coincidences begin to happen, and you begin to draw the thing you desire to you.  You find yourself moving forward, taking action, gaining momentum. This is the magic to making magic, to being a creator in your life. Don’t believe me?  Look at every major accomplishment in your life, and you will see that this is the very process that made it happen, and along the way, help often came from unlikely places.  There is no such thing as coincidence.

And for those who wonder or doubt if they deserve the magic they wish to have in their life?  Well, the very fact that there is a part of you that is not happy with where you are, is the very wise and knowing part of you that is trying to tell you; “Yes, you deserve something more, and you can have that magic in your life.”  Visualize, believe, release, and receive, that’s how you make magic.

Styling:

Hair: Wound Up Cacao – Analog Dog

Outfit: Rochon Sapphire – FATEwear at the Fantasy Faire

Ears: Fairy Ears – Illusions at Fantasy Faire

Poses: Charisma Poses – Poise

Scene: MeadowWORKS at the Fantasy Faire

Autism Awareness – Lighting the Way – Event Kickoff 6pm April 19th

Tonight kicks off the 3rd Annual event for Autism Awareness Lighting the Way 2013 with a fun biker’s theme. The It Girlz n Fellaz will be the kick off dance show for the benefit. This event runs April 19th through 21st and the events and times are listed below.  We are going to be dancing biker style and would love all of you to come join us as we perform in a one hour dance show as our gift to this most wonderful cause.  Showtime is 6pm to 7pm.  Here is your Taxi to the show.

Autism affects approximately 1 in every 150 children.  It is a group of complex developmental brain disorders that creates difficulties in social interactions, verbal and nonverbal communication, and repetitive behaviors. It can include learning disabilities, difficulties with motor coordination, and attention and physical health issues. The Autism Awareness event April 19th through the 21st brings awareness to this issue effecting many of our children today, and helps to raise funds, bringing together a host of entertainers and sponsors for you to visit during this weekend event. Please see the website for more info. http://autismawarenesslightingtheway.wordpress.com/what-is-autism/

All events will be held at the Autism Awareness Sim. Here is a snapshot of some of the events so you can plan your weekend. Additionally, 63 sponsors will be bringing you raffle boards with a custom Autism bike, gift cards and so much more.

**********  FRIDAY   APRIL 19TH, 2013  ********** 6pm – 7pm IT Girlz & Fellaz Dance Performance 7pm – 8pm Pepsi Moon Performing* 8pm – 10pm Marv Playing TheBlues

**********  SATURDAY  APRIL 20TH, 2013  ********** 8am-10am Macarius Vlodovic DJ’ing 10am – 12pm – Nan Ember DJ’ing *12pm – 1:30pm – Blazer Bowenford DJ’ing The Blues *2pm – 4pm – SLM Halestorm Concert *4:30pm – 5:30pm – VIFL Titan Angels Performance (cheering)* 6pm – 8pm – Tristain Savon DJ’ing * 8:30pm – 9:30pm – Rebel Yell Concert – Motley Crue

**********  SUNDAY  APRIL 21ST, 2013  ********** 8am-10am - Ambrosous Core DJ’ing *10am – 11:30pm – Grim Berger DJ’ing *12pm – 2pm – SLM Nickelback Concert  *3pm – 4pm – Marky Helstein - Live Performer * 4pm – 5pm – Maximillion Kleen - Live Performer *6pm – 8pm – Skylar Ragu DJ’ing * 8pm – 9:30pm – Flux Woyseck Dj’ing * 9:30pm – 10pm – Dante Couerblanc Doing Firework Show

So rev up your engines, break out your leather and join us to give to this worthy cause.

Styling:

Hair: Vermouth Chocolate Copper – LOQ

Outfit: Aissia Black – JayDee Designs

Tattoo: Cast No Shadow tattoo – CoLLisions Tattoos & Accessories

Pose: Chuan – KaTink

Avenue Spring/Summer Fashion Week – Molichino

I’m blending 2 outfits from Molichino Avenue Spring/Summer Fashion Week collection, because I simply couldn’t resist.  The pieces are sold as full outfits, so you are guaranteed to be styling with some great mix and match pieces you can wear together or blend with other items in your inventory.  They coordinate so well, you’ll want to grab several of the outfits to break apart.  But hurry…Avenue’s Spring/Summer Fashion Week is only through end of day Saturday, April 6th.

I also hit The Event – Hollywood, where each store has a free SWAG bag from the designer.  Chop Zuey’s Paparazzi jewelry was perfect with this ensemble, and yes…the whole sparkly ruby, diamond and citrine set was FREE. You’ll also want to check out Chop Zuey’s stunning jewelry sets designed especially for this posh event.

Styling:

Outfit: Outfit 4 – Jourdan Bodysuit and Kadi Skirt – Molichino for Avenue Spring/Summer Fashion Week

Cape: Part of Outfit 9 – Shae Cape – Molichino for Avenue Spring/Summer Fashion Week

Hair: Aisha Coffee – Maitreya

Jewelry: Paparazzi III – Free Gift – Chop Zuey at The Event – Hollywood

Makeup: Pandora’s Gingersnaps and Champagne – Mock, Lips: Dailyn Lip Gloss Dark Cherry – Izzie’s

Poses: Model Poses 120 and Model Poses 125 – Focus Poses

I need you

Baby take a good look at my face. You know my smile looks out of place.

If you look closer it’s easy to trace, the tracks of my tears: Lyrics: The Tracks of My Tears, by Smokey Robinson.

On Nyree:

Hair: Sunshine Dark Brown – EMO-tions

Makeup: Audry 6 – Face Paint

Belt/Dress: Mesh Shiny Mini Dress w Belt in Rose – Shine

Poncho: Paula Poncho Beige – LpD

Pants: Jenyfer Pants Brown – Chloe

Shoes: Victorian Chic Feather Boots – Gizza

Ring: Macarons Multi Ring Color-change – LaGyo

Umbrella: April Showers Umbrella Black Couples – HANDverk at The Pose Fair

Poses: April Showers Sitting and April Showers Melancholy – Exposeur at The Pose Fair

On Darion:

Coat: Mesh Trench Coat Grey – Sharp

Pants: Mesh Suit Pants Grey – Sharp

Scarf: Camoni Scarf Grey Check – Splendeurs Surfwear

Shirt: My Street Tank – Delirium Style

Hair: Dura Boy 28 – Dura

Shoes: Male Dress Shoes – Gabriel

Pose: Here Comes the Rain Again – Exposeur at The Pose Fair

Off Kilter

My life has gotten a little off-kilter somehow, and my tendency now is to look for what I can change.  When it gets like this, I’m not looking for a small correction either, it means something drastic is about to happen..something drastic I am going to do…to force it to happen, because there is that part inside me that demands its voice and it says “Enough is enough.” I know, that sounds rather extremist, but it has never failed me before.

In the past when things have really turned around have been those moments of sudden awareness and even anger when I took a stand and said “Stop…I am the maker of my destiny, and this is what we are doing now,” and I take my power back.  It is funny how it often takes the pain building up to the breaking point before one is reminded that we have that power.  Until then we go along, go along, because it is easier to float with the tide.

When we let life sweep us this way and that, we ought not to be surprised to wake up and find we are in some strange and uncomfortable destination, and yet we usually are.  We wonder how things could possibly have gotten to this point.  It’s time to turn the rudder, rock the boat, drive a stake in the ground and mark the day.  Today is the day for reckoning, and change is on the horizon.

Styling:

Hair: Strangelove Dark Brown – EMO-tions

Makeup: Pure Drama Red No Lip – Face Paint

Shirt/Blazer: Open Mesh Blazer with Tee Red – Shine for SL Buddy Walk

Purse: Flamingo Clutch Mango – HANDverk at L’accessoires

Shorts: Linda Mesh Shorts (Group Gift) – Blueberry

Stockings: Ripped Stockings – Erratic

Gloves: Leather Gloves Black – Izzie’s

Necklace: Zaza Necklace Color-change – Zibska

Boots: Black over-knee stretch boots – Baiastice

Lips: Dailyn Lipstick Dark Cherry – Izzie’s

Poses: Natya – Diesel Works and Model 127 – Focus Poses

Don’t Hurt Me Event March 23rd-24th

The animals in our lives…they give so much, and ask for so little.  The best part of their day is when you walk through the door.  They curl up beside you, a warm comfort, whenever you are sick.  They don’t care what you look like…you are always beautiful to them. They make you feel needed.  They make you laugh.  They love…and love…and love, truly unconditionally.

To think that an animal doesn’t feel, doesn’t love, is to never have been blessed to have one in your life.  We share this planet with many species.  It is our responsibility to protect them, both for their sakes, and our own. Every year 5 to 7 million animals are in shelters nationwide.  Many others are abused, neglected, or killed senselessly.  We need to respect and care for the animals we are blessed to share this great planet with, both wild and domestic.

Don’t Hurt Me is a 24 hour fundraiser focused on highlighting the hurting animals out there, and what you can do to help.  It will be filled with back to back musical and dance performances from 3pm Saturday, March 23rd until 3pm Sunday, March 24th.  Please enjoy this wonderful day with us, and we hope you can donate to this important cause.  The show will be recorded in its entirety and streamed on metaverse, but you may also visit the live performances at the locations below.

Taxi to Musical Performances

Taxi to 7pm It Girlz & Fellaz Dance Performance

Styling:

Sweater: Mesh Mock Neck Long Sleeve Red Stripe – Shine for SL Buddy Walk Charity Event

Hair: Angel Dark Brown – EMO-tions

Ring: Touch of Love Ring Gold/Ruby – Finesmith Valentine2012 Hunt item

Cat: Black Cat Avatar – Zooby