The final countdown has begun for me to be out of my townhouse permanently and all of the sudden it seems like there is so much to do, and so little time to do it in that I have started to silently panic! Today I got to take a breather and have breakfast with my Mom, which we really never get to do anymore, and it was a lovely break from the normal hustle and bustle of my days, but now I feel like I lost the whole day and it's almost time to pick the boys up from school. I honestly don't know how I am going to get it all done before the end of the month, so next month all we have to worry about is the garage sale, cleaning the carpets and getting the place cleaned, but one way or another it will all be finished on time, no matter how many late nights it takes! Which of course, you can imagine this means I will be a tad bit busy this month with juggling two houses, the boys and school and of course my blogging, which we know is a serious stress reliever for me, but I am always up for a challenge! If there happen to be a few posts where I don't talk much, at least my dedicated readers will know why, since we all know I love to blabber!
For those of you South of the Equator, I know you are having dreams of Spring, and for those of us where the temperatures are starting to drop, the patio is becoming more frequently used which means everyone needs a few new things to finish off your decor. Kaerri has released the Koloa collection in the store, which is available as a set at 50% off, or as individual pieces. I love the very tropical feel of this collection, especially the lush plants and the table is AMAZING, with every piece tied together in glorious detail. Do yourself a favor and head on by the store today, you won't be disappointed!
Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's trends in fashion and home decor work for you!
I don't know about all of you, but a place to call my own, that is just for relaxing, is incredibly important to me. And if you happen to be able to create that space outside this Summer, then you are truly blessed. Being out in nature and able to experience the sun on your face, the wind in your hair and the soft twitter of the birds means you can care for your entire being as you unwind. As most of you know, I have been working on my home for some time now, and with recent changes I have been thinking about tearing it all down and starting over, however, I won't be touching my outdoor patio space, as it is the perfect place to relax and unwind with a crisp and refreshing glass of wine and a good book. Recent releases from [CIRCA] have completed the outdoor space and if you happen to be looking for excellent garden or patio pieces then make sure to check out the links below and start creating your perfect sanctuary this Summer.
I have set up and taken down so many arrangements on this wonderful fireplace patio from Trompe Loeil and I have never found anything I LOVED, until now that is. [CIRCA] has been incredibly busy in my absence, and I was thrilled to see that the outdoor collections can be mixed and matched, meaning you have TONS of options to choose from! The newest round of SaNaRae opened up in June and will run for another two weeks, or so, meaning you have plenty of time to head on over and get your hands on the absolutely gorgeous Kaiu Collection. The set is available in two wood colors and the chairs and ottomans have extensive colour change menus, meaning you are sure to find the perfect match for your outdoor oasis. The majority of the other pieces used in this scene are also from [CIRCA] for events in June, so check the main store this week as the items trickle in from the events, you won't be disappointed, I promise!
I have always been what my Father would call mercurial; constantly at the mercy of my whims. But for most people this conjures the idea of an irresponsible, fickle person, which is incredibly far from the truth when it comes to me. My Father taught me to be responsible in spite of my nature and over the years I have managed to keep the two in balance; my head is always in the clouds, searching out the stars for something else out there, with my feet firmly on the ground. My new home on SL is a perfect example of that nature with its cluttered style and eclectic composition and I have found myself sitting at my telescope staring at the stars, just as I do in my real life. Join me as I "dance along the light of day and head on back towards the Milky Way."
If you see me out and about on the grid this week you will surely find me in this wonderful new ensemble from AnaMarkova Designs only available at this month's round of Designer Showcase. The Amber collection comes in a variety of colors perfect for this time of year. The cowl necked sweater fits perfectly and is expertly textured and the pants are curve hugging with great pocket and zipper details that fit fantastically with just a few clicks of the alphas on my Maitreya body. Paired up with Reign's newest release for FaMESHed and I am ready for a night out on the grid, or to simply relax and check out the stars.
"If I were asked to name the chief benefit of the house, I should say: the house shelters day-dreaming, the house protects the dreamer, the house allows one to dream in peace."
Gaston Bachelard
Dreamer's Hideaway
For over a year and a half now, since my return to SL, I have felt very unsettled. I was an untethered balloon being tossed about by the winds of change. Though many a time I have had a place to call home, it was always shared and I felt like a squatter. For a few months now I have had my own land and for most people, a home. Something felt off... The houses were always too big, and I only decorated one or two rooms; or they just didn't fit with "me." I have set up and taken down three different homes now and I was beginning to think I would never feel at home on SL, which was breaking my heart. Last week, the night before FaMESHed opened I wandered by Seraphim to check out the gallery and when I laid my eyes on the the new collection from Tromp Loeil a scene began to create itself in my mind and off I ran to the event to pick up the Tulia Greenhouse and it's accessories. Between the greenhouse, unKindness's release of the Stiks Lights at FaMESHed, last month's round of Epiphany and the Gacha Garden, I realized my perfect attic eclectic style would come together nicely in this intimate space. I greatly modified the greenhouse to accommodate all of my knickknacks, books and various pieces of furniture, and yes I love the cluttered look. I don't need anything more than a small space to entertain friends in, or to just sit and relax.
“Home is a name, a word, it is a strong one; stronger than magician ever spoke, or spirit ever answered to, in the strongest conjuration.” Charles Dickens
A Dreamer's Hideaway
"The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned." - Maya Angelou
Just in case you all missed the hype from the last round of The Gacha Garden, I am going to let you in on the secrets! The Gacha Garden is a whole new experience where every machine has a Seed of Inspiration gift after 20 pulls! Seriously ONLY twenty plays!! Now I know many are skeptical and I know I was at first, thinking I would get 20 of the same simple item in the gacha and then the Seed of Inspiration. This was not the case, and as you can tell I had a great time and picked up oodles of new items for my home and for my wardrobe. I promise you will not be disappointed, so HURRY!!!!
It has been 10 years now since I had to stop working due to illness but at this time of year I am reminded of the double life I used to lead, well at least it seemed that way. I spent most of my days in a suit talking to Doctors, Lawyers, Police Officers, Judges and people with Serious Mental Illnesses who also happened to have substance abuse problems. It was very stressful but it was what drove me and inspired me. But when you deal with intense issues on a daily basis you have to find a release, and mine was found in my faith and spirituality. I am a tad bit high-strung at my best and I tend to wear masks well, which means that no matter the situation that arose I kept my cool until I opened the door of my home and stepped inside my space. As I kicked off my shoes I lit Sage, or an incense and often ended up standing near the smoke, breathing deeply I would let the day melt away. As I put together this new ensemble from POSH PIXELS I was reminded of those nights as this is something I would have had hanging in my closet for work; combined with the gorgeous Moon Magnifiers from Pure Poison at this round of Collabor88 and the scene was set. Well, I should really say mood, since this happens to be my bedroom so the scene was already set...just waiting now for the moon to rise.
The Peyton ensemble which consists of the dress and boots, and the matching jewelry set, Leaves of Change are currently only at the September round of Fashion Limited, which means there are only 250 copies available! The event started on the 5th and ends on the 30th but with all the items being limited releases the sooner the better! The texturing and detailing is fantastic and the entire outfit is perfect for the upcoming Autumn with its deep reds, golds and browns. Do yourself a favor and head on over to the event today and get your hands on this beautiful ensemble, and if you too are looking to decorate your house in a way that better represents your spirituality then make sure to head to this round of Collabor88. The theme is Muted Coven and you will find this wonderfully mystical table, accessories and rug from unKindness and the Moon Magnifiers from Pure Poison available for you to get your hands on at AMAZING prices, so what are you waiting for?! HURRY!!! I hope you enjoyed another little peek inside my world and don't mind me, I am off to relax for a little bit with a massage and then later tonight, trust me when I say, I will be having a conversation with the Moon.
As I was putting these pictures together today, a song started dancing it's way through my brain. At first it was just the melody, and then it came together and one line kept repeating itself over and over again. I realized as I put the last touches on the photos that it was actually a perfect title and mood to go along with my post for the day. I might be in a bit of a romantic mood today after having a delightful evening with a gentleman friend, and I thought I would share it with all of you.
Baby will you be there
When the mornin' comes
Just give me time
To fix my life, baby
Baby will you be there
When I open my eyes
After all the time I've spent
Wishing you
Baby you set me
Baby you set me
Set adrift on memory bliss of you
Baby you set me
Set adrift on memory bliss
PM Dawn
As you can tell, I had quite a bit of fun at The Arcade this round, and I have no complaints because I actually got everything I went there for without having to break the bank to do it. Which, I know is probably a surprise for most of you out there who have ventured to the event this time. I had been decorating this scene when I took a break and opened up my newest goodies from AnaMarkova Designs and suddenly it went from just a scene to an entire post with a very calm, casual, lazy, romantic, "days of Summer feel", at least for me. The Chandra dress and shoes are new releases in the store but if you hurry, you can pick up this and one other along with the shoes at On9, and make sure to check the tags as there is a discounted item hiding amongst the pieces, which is true for all participants at On9. I love the breezy, yet sensual styling of this dress and the bold color combinations are perfect for this Summer, so do yourself a favor and head by On9 and the store to check out the fabulous new releases.
The current round of Uber has my little boho heart all kinds of happy. I know that isn't the theme, but the henna tattoos and India inspired designs speak to my inner soul and truly make me happy. I just HAD to show you a few of the things I picked up this round since they complimented and accented this dress in the best possible way for me.
The Ishya hair from Truth is truly stunning with its long braid, and add-on bangs. It also comes with a headpiece that sits exactly where it should in the part of the hair, but I chose to accent it with the jewelry collection from Maxi Gossamer, also available at this round of Uber. The jewelry consists of a head piece, nose ring, earrings and a necklace that are all color change upon touch. And to finish the look today I picked up this amazing tattoo from Reckless while I was at Uber. The henna styling is wonderfully feminine and the tattoo is very well detailed offering you all the latest in appliers as well as Faded and Fresh looks, so head on over to Uber and pick up your favorites today.
