Birthdays

Not everyone can say they have two birthdays.. well some of us can. I remember three years ago, I was given a name of a Virtual World and was told that I would enjoy it, they seemed to think I had an Inquiring mind! I had not been what is called a true internet gamer, I spent most of my time in Yahoo chats, which if you have ever done so know that it can be fun, and also trying on ones patience at the same time. Your subjected to whomever,
bombarded with constant IM's with the most common phrase "age, sex and Location, and in that order! These certain Im's seem to follow you no matter where you go as well, doesn't matter what room your in, they just keep demanding it. I put up with it for I had gained many friends on Yahoo, and lasting ones at that! As I say in my Novel that I am writing, it was time for a change...although I still look in on my friends there, I have for the most part moved on!

I had no idea three years ago, that I would be still talking today of this Virtual World, called Second Life. My early days there were not so pleasant, I was thrust from help Island within the first hour by my also curious son, by accident, to spend my next two days wondering in the dark in a swamp. Was about to call it quits when I met what we call an avatar representation of oneself ( Yeah right lol), who at the time was an Angel of light for me! She even had to show me how to click my in world task bar to chat, looking back it was quite embarrassing moment for me. Her name was Maddy and about a year into our friendship she up and disappeared, I will forever be grateful for her compassion that night, she even showed me where to get free clothes and introduced me to some of her friends. Its not easy being a Newbie!

My years in sl Ive had many great adventures and developed many lasting friendships. Its not everyday you meet people from all over the world in one place! I also have discovered so much about myself as well, and I don't think I am the only one who has experienced changes, for me they have been awesome! What makes the SL experience over the last years give me a warm and fuzzy feeling, has been to discover the person next to you dancing is bedridden in rl and, or cannot get out and socialize anymore, and they are having the greatest time! That makes every time a build disappears, or inventory ends up missing, or a loss of friendship occurs in sl a blessed day anyways! We never know who is behind an avatar, so always respect others.

About three and half months into what I first called a game, I had complied lots information, about the people and places in SL. That produced a light bulb moment to write a book of these very creative and sensitive, and some not so sensitive people I had met. During the beginning of January through the end of February of 2007 I had done just over 400 interviews, mind you they were not lengthy, but got the main information that I wanted to know, and that I hoped others would find interesting.

The next coming months changed things a quite a lot, seems most people in SL find relationships, seems many are compelled in some way to do so. I mean deep seeded beyond friendships sort of relationships. I also fell into that category, unbeknownst to me it would last so long, could say almost a two year period..
during which my perspective on writing took a turn. Interest's at the time had turned to Art.. and that is where it ended some time later.

Since Relationships for the most part end in Sl and statistically is almost 99% they do, I am not surprised at mine ending as well. This last year since that occurred, I couldn't be more happy, my rl and sl lives are very good and finally put back into perspective. My book never the less changed, well I tore the old one up, and have rewritten it into a Novel, it will only have fictitious names, so all will have to guess at who you are. I plan to write another with actual names if all are in agreement, we will see! If it gets written will be better than the first I attempted to write.

This is my rezz day, (sl birthday) and spending a bit different this year! I will be attending my SL brother of 3 years wedding! I am extremely happy for him. I hope he and his lady will change the stats on SL relationships! It will be a great evening, probably the best I have ever had! For the compassion and trust of true friendship out weighs all!

By the way I haven't given up on Love LOL ...............Butter

A Place I Go To Think And Enjoy Others

Everyone needs a place where they can think... and for me maybe its not the norm, most find a quiet place where there is solitude. I on the other hand find that same peace among good people! Tends to broaden my creativity, and the place I go to in Second Life does that for me! I would like to say the people there are warm and inviting. Some places in Second Life give the feeling of real world stresses, so much industry, not saying its a bad thing, it provides income for many, and if its their way to make a living more power to them.. People need to as I put it, and it's an old saying to"Stop and Smell the Roses," once in a while! Does the mind, soul, and spirit good!

Because this place is my solitude, if you can find it, then will say hello, however my lips are sealed as to its location at this time!!!! Only one person off my friends list knows where it is, and he is welcome any time! He should know who he is as well!


Been very busy writing, and also helping with a new Metaverse World, called SpotOn3D, and its free to sign up and go in and take a peek! Will shortly do a featured presentation of the goings on and you may see us on Twitter, Facebook, and a few others...Come to a meeting in SL and we can walk you through anything you don't understand or chase away any of those new metaverse world fears! In my SL profile you will find a meeting place in SL strictly for SpotOn3D and the Island name is just that as well!
Just Im me or Tessa Harrington COO of SpotOn. We are looking forward to seeing you!
Location for Information and meeting site of SpotOn3D in Second life
GO TO: http://SpotOn3D.com TO SEE IT FOR YOURSELF!

SOME SPOTON3D IN WORLD PHOTOS!







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SOME FACTS TO PONDER

Writing

Haven't been here much in the last week and a half but promise over the next week will have a few stories I have kept from posting so far.... Been busy writing..



See you soon!

The Free Dove, and Romance Park In Scoopwing

I have been in SL since 2006, and when I first arrived as anyone might remember of themselves, we were pure newbs! We had very little anything in inventory, and if we were lucky enough to have someone talk to us, they may have told you as they did me of the Free Dove! Its a free clothing store, done by Palomma Casanova. She and a friend started it long ago, well before I came there! Palomma has good clothing makers create items for us avatars to wear, and they have to be made well enough to pass her inspection! Palomma isn't new to SL she is what I call an elder, been here since 2004, and she knows the ups and downs that can occur in this place we call a second home! You will find her shop, The Free Dove in Gallii, and will give you the SLurl, The Free Dove Store click here!! just copy and paste if it doesn't work correctly!! There has never been a time since coming to SL that, that store hasn't had anyone in it! Thank you Palomma for your wonderful heart felt giving to Second Life New comers and also all of us that have been here for a time!

A little relaxing at the Park


She also created something called the Dove Goddess Romance Park, and will give you an SLur for it, its a relaxing place with many pose balls, good music, calming seas, and more to much more to explain! I can tell you its very well done though, and for Newbies, or even some of us that have been around a while will enjoy.

Come Visit the Park!!

Palomma has a lot going on in SL just check her profile, and you will see!! Thank you again!!!

I as well want to say that love is wonderful for me now!! He and I have enjoyed this little park today! Thank you love!!

Another View of the Park, Enjoy!

New Painting

I enjoy painting, and I have become very accustom to using my mouse now to paint with! For those who don't know, I use a program called Gimp to produce my work, however, I don't use the program as intended, I don't use the filters just the paint palette and in the tool box the brush sizes, and my mouse. I wanted them to be unique to my style of painting as I do with acrylics on canvas/ art board. I believe I am achieving that, or about to!! A few artists in my hometown have complimented me on my work and are surprised that it can be done. I am still looking forward to working with the college to present my work, and to teach others how to do it! I have some shows coming up soon! If you have any questions you can leave me an offline message, I do receive them from sl into my email. If you don't have access to SL them you can leave a message here and I will then leave you my email address. Thanks for stopping by the blog!!!

Now where did my boat go...........?

Seeing the economy is so bad, and always trying to save money, I just couldn't pass up this deal for this wonderful little Island!!! Just think of it my view is wonderful, whales pass by all day long, and I have room enough to sit and view them.
I don't have to worry about clutter, thank goodness! I can go swimming at a moments notice! What else could one ask for!! ?? Oh, I know..... hmm where did my boat go!
Well, if you see it let me know, or if your in the neighborhood, say hello, as you go by you can't help but notice me!!!

Game Time!

Mini Golf Complete all 18 holes in as few strokes as possible.

Play this free game now!!

Seashore ( I think I have almost broken in my mouse)

Here is the most recent painting I have done. Hope you enjoy!

Midnight Seduction ... SweetRose...

I have known so many people over the years in SL and a few stick out in my mind, the ones that really make a difference in peoples lives. Midnight Seduction is a lovely dance place but what makes it special is people flock here even on a Thursday to dance and talk and have fun!!! That says something about the people behind this very nice place!! Sweetrose Lovenkraft co owner, I have known since 2007, when she was a mere Newbie, but so much life within her! She shows all who come to Midnight Seduction that lovely part of her, with full of life attitude....!!! She is well loved!! Take a look here when you get a chance and have a great time, will be fun!! promise. Catch the fun at Midnight Seductions every Tuesday and Thursday SL time 6pm to 8pm SL time!!




Check out Midnight Seductions here!!!

A little time at the Sandbox

We all need a break once in a while, and the thought of doing a build came to me and off to the sandbox I go. Thinking all the way, how I will enjoy the wide open spaces, the music, and the mere fact I needed a break!!!! As I arrived seemed all were being so creative, and I hoping my rusty fingers still worked!!

I was getting deep into building a special type home only for butterflies, fairies, and the like!! All heck broke out!!! The photos will show the story of that day.... so much for free time...
Mass Death at the Sandbox!!


Into the night!