So Much Goodness

The end of the month is always a crazy time for me. Not only am I frantically double checking my work to make sure that I’ve met the requirements for all the stores I blog for (which I have usually exceeded), but its set up time for FaMESHed as well as other events. I have tons of blogger packs coming in and I am in blogger heaven. Ideas swirl around like a virgin’s nerves on prom night. I get so excited and while I don’t officially blog for FaMESHed, I get so freaking excited at all the new stuff being set up that I know I’m going to be using lots of it!
Currently, there have been so many wonderful events with more to come in the next few days. I don’t like to use the term overwhelmed, more like overjoyed and worrying about my linden balance. LOL! Good lord, Shoetopia? I mean look at these Amanda heels that were a collaborative effort from Phedora and Moda. What madness brought these two amazing teams together, I’ll never know, but good lord have they ever tempted us! FaMESHed and SALEM open tomorrow on the 1st. There’s also the ForMax benefit on the 3rd (which is only for like 6 days, so don’t put that off)…Project7 is coming…ChapterFour….events for clothes, hair, shoes, and decor OH MY!!! You know I’ll be blogging stuff from everyone of them, too. *laughs* I’m such a bloggaholic, its not even funny! Alright, I’m off to work (in SL)….happy shopping!!!♥

wearing:
hair: Magika – 01 – Feelings
body: Maitreya Mesh Body
[PHEDORA + MODA] AMANDA HEELS (*new* @ Shoetopia)

pose by Foxcity (edited with AnyPose)
taikou / gaien market backdrop

Great Team

They say you should find someone that makes you a better person. Someone that makes you push yourself to be your best. Someone that believes in you, compliments you and your life. Someone that you do the same for, as well. Afterall, its a two way street, right?

I’m not sure I’ve EVER known that kind of relationship. I’ve either been with people that completely agreed with everything I said or wanted and simply let me have my way. OR I’ve been with assholes that made me think their constant destructive criticisms were actually constructive. Well, until now…I really hope that I encourage Josh the way he does me, though I’m honestly not sure. Of course, I’d like to think so, but I know I tend to be a bit self-centered and easily distracted. I’ve got a thousand legitimate excuses for being the way I am, but that’s not what I’m talking about right now. Right now, I’m gushing about Josh again. Yeah, I know…the love cynic has turned into a pile of mush. *swoons*
Much like a musical instrument added to a beautiful voice, Josh and I make a great team. At least I think so…and I know at least a half dozen others who would agree. You see, I used to think that Josh was always biased about my photos, because he would always tell me my photos were amazing. I still think he’s biased, mind you. I know my photos are not AMAZING, but I do believe I take some shots that are pretty damn awesome. This may or may not be one of them, but I know its better than my original shot which featured both the dress and the shoes in black. Josh pointed out that the details of both were sort of blending with the piano. I took a second look at the picture and he was right. So, I tried a few colors as he watched and grinned like the cheshire cat and waalaaa…here’s the improved photo.
This is also an important lesson for all you shoppers that debate on whether or not to buy the fatpack. You show up wearing the perfect dress, but someone else is wearing the exact same dress? Change the color and a few accessories and BOOM, you look fab AND different. Plus, if you’re like me and always taking photos, you can set the color for the scene. See? So tell those that love to spoil you that you’re a fatpacker. They’ll love you for it and probably buy you one or two or four…*winks*

Sady is wearing:
hair: Magika – 01 – Talk Like That
head: CATWA HEAD Tala
body: Maitreya Mesh Body
Scandalize. Kaylas. (*new* @ Shiny Shabby)
Phedora ~ Alessia Heels (*new* @ Uber)

pose by Di’s Opera

Josh is wearing:
hair: Stealthic – Hysteria
hairbase: [Hipster Style] Rhys Hairbase BROWN
head: CATWA HEAD Daniel
ears: .:E.A.Studio:.  Ears Falling Star
beard: VYC – Neat Scruff Beard HD *GIFT*
body: Slink Physique Male Mesh Body
piercing: 3.::GB:: Lip piercing (Catwa Daniel) Black (Studded)
::GB::slim pants suit Vr.2 / Black
::GB::Bai color WT / Black

pose in the piano

1 Prim Divine Piano
Trompe Loeil – Amelie Pavillion Elevated {A} V1.1

Ribbons & Detours

Sadly, I just do not have it in me to write something creative at the moment. My heart is heavy, so I give you a song and some lyrics. I hope you’ll enjoy it.

Silverspun Pickups – Ribbons & Detours

I can’t believe it
You of all things
It’s been a while
Memories teem
Some kind of ending
Lingering
In my tresedo
Internally
Ribbons and Detours mean nothing to me
Swaying the sentiments pulling the strings
Tempting me softly but killing the dream
You say it’s over but maybe.
It’s the same old thing.I can’t believe it
You of all things
Counting the moments
Deviously
In-turning our parts
Reconnecting
Tranquilized slowly
Inside of me
Ribbons and Detours mean nothing to me
Swaying the sentiments pulling the strings
Tempting me softly but killing the dream
You say it’s over but maybe.
It’s the same old thing
I gave the softest smarts
Trapped by the darkest parts
Whispered the tendered thoughts
Made of alderestic scenes
Ribbons and Detours mean nothing to me
Swaying the sentiments pulling the strings
Tempting me softly but killing the dream
You say it’s over but maybe.
It’s the same old thing
It’s the same old thing
It’s the same old thing
It’s the same old thing

wearing:
hair: [DUE] Kenin // Ombre 1 (*new* @ SaNaRae)
head: CATWA HEAD Tala
body: Maitreya Mesh Body
{le fil casse} Everly Headband Black RARE
**RE** Bad Kitty Collar
**RE** Deah Gloves
{le fil casse} Minnie Collection Dress Maitreya RARE (*new* @ LootBox)
_CandyDoll_ Carolina Heels (*new* @ Shoetopia)

pose & backgroun w/ribbons: Sari-Sari – Puppet Skybox

Keep Shining

I’ve always wondered why it is that we remember the hurtful things that people have said about or to us more than the nice things. I understand why we remember the horrible things done to us, because it leaves scars. Yet, we’re told as early as preschool that stick and stones will break out bones, but words will never hurt us. That’s the biggest lie they tell us, isn’t it? Words can hurt like hell. Maybe that’s why we remember it. It may not scar, but it fucking hurts. Sure we remember momentous happy occasions, like the birth of a child, a wedding day, graduations…some of us even remember the minute details of the day we met someone special. However, we’re also more apt to remember the exact day of someone’s death, divorce, losing a job, etc.
I know I’m not the only one that has to be told to keep shining, no matter who tries to dim my light. So, why is that so hard? Why do we thrust ourselves into the pain of what may have been said behind our backs? Why do we put so much stock in the opinions of people who do not really matter all that much to us?
I had a friend once that used to tell me the reason why even straight girls always loved her butch lesbian self, was because she would find something to compliment them about every time she saw them. Imagine if we all did that. If every person we encountered throughout our day received a compliment of some sort. I like you hair. I love that top. Those shoes are cute! What a cute laugh you have! If we all did that to each other, I think it would be a lot easier for all of us to keep shining. So, I challenge you all to compliment at least ten people today and tell me how it goes. If I don’t get too scatter brained, I’ll come and tell you how it went for me.

wearing:
hair: TRUTH Montana
head: CATWA HEAD Tala
body: Maitreya Mesh Body
BUENO – Cheeky Outfit (*new* @ Uber)
BUENO-Pappos Flats (*new* @ Shoetopia)

pose created wtih AnyPose

uK – Old West Barber Front
uK – Raven Creek Hillbilly Jug

Secret

One of my all time songs and when I was doing this picture I couldn’t help but play it on repeat. I knew from the jump that this would be a music post. So, here’s the link and lyrics. *smiles* Oh and I know most people know this song from that TV Show Pretty Little Liars, but I’ve never seen it…so check out more songs by these two gorgeous sisters, because they are amazing!

Secret by The Pierces

Got a secret
Can you keep it?
Swear this one you’ll save
Better lock it, in your pocket
Taking this one to the grave
If I show you then I know you
Won’t tell what I said
‘Cause two can keep a secret
If one of them is dead?

Why do you smile
Like you have told a secret
Now you’re telling lies
‘Cause you’re the one to keep it
But no one keeps a secret
No one keeps a secret
Why when we do our darkest deeds
Do we tell?
They burn in our brains
Become a living hell
‘Cause everyone tells
Everyone tells?

Got a secret
Can you keep it?
Swear this one you’ll save
Better lock it, in your pocket
Taking this one to the grave
If I show you then I know you
Won’t tell what I said
‘Cause two can keep a secret
If one of them is dead?

Look into my eyes
Now you’re getting sleepy
Are you hypnotized
By secrets that you’re keeping?
I know what you’re keeping
I know what you’re keeping

Got a secret
Can you keep it?
Swear this one you’ll save
Better lock it, in your pocket
Taking this one to the grave
If I show you then I know you
Won’t tell what I said
‘Cause two can keep a secret
If one of them is dead?

Alison?
Yes, Katherine.
I have something I want to tell you, but
You have to promise to never tell anyone.
I promise
Do you swear on your life?
I swear on my life

You swore you’d never tell?
You swore you’d never tell?

You swore you’d never tell?
You swore you’d never tell?

Got a secret
Can you keep it?
Swear this one you’ll save
Better lock it, in your pocket
Taking this one to the grave
If I show you then I know you
Won’t tell what I said
‘Cause two can keep a secret
If one of them is dead?

Got a secret
Can you keep it?
Swear this one you’ll save
Better lock it, in your pocket
Taking this one to the grave
If I show you then I know you
Won’t tell what I said
‘Cause two can keep a secret
If one of them is dead?

Got a secret
Can you keep it?
Swear this one you’ll save
Better lock it, in your pocket
Taking this one to the grave
If I show you then I know you
Won’t tell what I said
‘Cause two can keep a secret
If one of them is dead?

Yes two can keep a secret
If one of us is Dead

Yes two can keep a secret
If one of us is Dead

wearing:
hair: TRUTH Apple (*new* @ Uber)
head: CATWA HEAD Tala
body: Maitreya Mesh Body
[Atomic] Kitten Collar
UC_Sara_bodysuit (*new* @ Uber)
ChicModa // Lynn Skirt (*new* @ Cosmopolitan)
_CandyDoll_ Olivia Heels (*new* @ Uber)

pose by Bauhaus Movement
anxiety %area51.backdrop
Alien – Peace Pose

Take a Backseat

Ya know, anyone with a Facebook account whether its RL or SL sees far more than their share of drama, add the aspect of life on the grid and its going to be ten times worse, but here’s the thing. If you don’t want to be caught up in it, then stay out of it. Sure, you can grab some popcorn and watch it all unfold like a bad episode of some Real Housewives of Hell, but don’t you have better things to do with your time? I know I do. Sure, I’ve read stuff on friend’s walls and wondered who is that about….and I’ve had people come running to me with gossip, but do you see me running off at the mouth to anyone outside of the cunts (Kess, Tracy, & Grace)? No, you don’t. You also don’t see the four of us mixed up in everyone’s drama. Sure, we’ve each had a bit of our own here and there, but the more power you give rumors and lies, the stronger they become…the bigger the story gets…the more people get involved. Look, if someone calls you a whore and you’re insulted by it…well, you’re being silly. Either you are a whore or you’re not. If you are, why you mad? They didn’t lie. If you’re not a whore, then why you mad? You gonna be mad if they call you a chair? Are you a chair? Right. So, take a backseat, let the drama llamas drive…and enjoy the scenery and the ride. Let someone else navigate through all that bullshit.

**BTW, before y’all get started…this is not aimed at anyone in particular, its just another day in the second life.**

 

wearing:
hair: TRUTH Apple (*new* @ Uber)
head: CATWA HEAD Tala
body: Maitreya Mesh Body
EF: Papillon Earrings
Scandalize. Sweet FUR. (*new* @ Cosmopolitan)
ChicModa // Lynn Skirt (*new* @ Cosmopolitan)
!Rebel Hope – Maddie Mesh Shoes (*new* @ Shoetopia)

pose created with AnyPose
[Con.] Wax On/Wax Off Convertible – Grey

After Tequila

Oh, Tequila, how she loves you so, but when this day started she had long blonde hair and a lot more clothes on. What happened? Let’s ask her, “Sady?? What happened?”

sooo mush…grrrrace…odka….eela…losh bet…zzzzzz

Well, it looks like she had fun, perhaps she’ll find out from her friends when she wakes up. I’m sure she’ll issue apologies all over Facebook. *smirks*

wearing:
hair: (r)M Hair, No.50’17
head: CATWA HEAD Tala
body: Maitreya Mesh Body
–Narcisse– Suki Playsuit
[Gos] Boutique – Ariana Thigh High Boots (*new* @ Shoetopia)
.Reckless. – Black Tequila 3

pose: FOXCITY. Sits VOL3 Bento Pose Set (edited with AnyPose)
MINIMAL – Subway Backdrop -Black (*new* @ Uber)

Before Tequila

She hears the word tequila and a wry smile forms on her face. She doesn’t care what the reason if tequila is involved, she’s in! There’s just one little problem…when it comes to tequila she doesn’t know when to quit. Dun dun dunnnnn….you might want to check back on her later…there’s bound to be a story. (…to be continued later today/tonight…meh, timezones!)

wearing:
hair: :::Phoenix::: Corinna
head: CATWA HEAD Tala
body: Maitreya Mesh Body
SEUL – Open Metallic Knit – Onyx (*new* @N21)
{le fil casse} Miranda Bralette (*new* @ Shiny Shabby)
Pretty Mess – Kelvana Skirt (*new* @N21)

pose: FOXCITY. Stairs Bento Pose Set
[ zerkalo ] Bar Z – Tequila Neon Sign (*new* @ Kustom9)
MINIMAL – Underground Background -3-

Let’s Go Play

“Let’s go play,” he said as he led her to the car.
“Oooh where are we going?” she asked, as she was always so curious.
He smirked, then blindfolded her and growled, “It’s a surprise, Kitten.”

When they arrived, he led her gently through what sounded like very heavy doors. She could hear ethereal music playing and delicious noises. She bit down on her bottom lip wondering where on earth he’d taken her. As he removed the blindfold and her eyes adjusted to the dim lighting, her face beamed with a smile as she pounced on him and whispered in his ear, “Oh yes, Daddy, let’s play!”

Josh is wearing:
hair: Stealthic – Hysteria
hairbase: [Hipster Style] Rhys Hairbase BROWN
head: CATWA HEAD Daniel
ears: .:E.A.Studio:.  Ears Falling Star
beard: VYC – Neat Scruff Beard HD *GIFT*
body: Slink Physique Male Mesh Body
-VA-M-VISTA BENTO PROHAND SLINK MALE
piercing: 3.::GB:: Lip piercing (Catwa Daniel) Black (Studded)
DAPPA  – Sorcery Tattoo
[ kunst ] – Devon bracelet
RIOT  / Andrew Tank Top – Prussian
ED. Unknown Pant Black

Sady is wearing:
hair: :::Phoenix::: Carrie Hair (*new* @ September FaMESHed)
head: CATWA HEAD Tala
body: Maitreya Mesh Body
[Atomic] Kitten Collar
–Narcisse– Victoria 2in1 Bodysuit
_CandyDoll_ Fate Boots

pose: Drunk Panda-AlwaysHere (*new* @ Limit8)
scene:
anxiety %equinox (*new* @ N21)
*AF* Capturado Cross Blk 1
*AF* Capturado Utility Shelf
tease me – 2 color – red (Bound Box Update Group Gift!)

This Dress

Sometimes an outfit just inspires a photo, but the only words are about the outfit itself. This is one of those times. *shrugs* The new Serenity dress from United Colors can be picked up at the latest round of Tres Chic. This dress is to die for, as it comes with so many options, its almost impossible to pass up the fatpack for this one. First of all, it can be a full length gown or a short club dress like you see here. There’s a cross over in the front with the option of making the right bra cup sheer, not to mention the six color options for the bottom as well as both breasts. There’s also a materials on/off option! So, yes, you can do like I did and make it monotone, but for those that want to mix it up, there are plenty of fun ways to do that, too. Oh, almost forgot to mention, there’s color options for the straps, too! I just can’t imagine any sexy woman’s inventory could be complete without it. ♥

wearing:
hair: Exile – Run the World
head: CATWA HEAD Tala
body: Maitreya Mesh Body
[ kunst ] – Lucy choker
UC_Serenity_dress (*new* @ Tres Chic)

pose by FOXCITY