"Tell me will love be there" - Featuring Petit Chat, Powder Pack, MODISH and MORE!

Today officially marks the start of Winter break for my son and I think I am more excited than he is, because it gives me time to myself next week to get organized and blog a bit more than I have been, as long as the internet cooperates.  The last few days we have been plagued by very high winds, blowing in a possible snow storm finally, and that has played havoc with the internet, for some reason.  Our provider would tell you that high winds cannot effect the service, but it is only during these periods of sustained high winds that we lose internet for hours on end.  So we just have to grin and bare it and hope for the best.  Luckily it has cooperated long enough today for me to get two posts out, one for fashion and one for home decor, which truly makes me happy!  Mainly because I think I am in need of some stress relief lately with all that has been going on, but with Christmas right around the corner I get a vacation here soon, which I am looking forward too more than you know.  I can picture a glass of wine in hand as I sit in the hot tub with my man chatting about what we are going to do once the last one graduates from high school in June, as the sun sets over the desert.  Romance, family, friends, food and love is what this holiday is all about this year for me, and I hope it is for you as well, because you cannot package that love is found when you are surrounded by those closest to your heart. 

If you love to accessorize as much as I do then you really need to stop by The Chapter Four and pick up the brand new, 100% original mesh design by Trinity Yazimoto for Petit Chat.  The Clair de Lune bracelets can be customized in every way possible with the incredible HUD and the fact each piece is also MOD.  As always the textures are amazing and the piece can be worn alone or in combination with others for a bolder look, so stop by today, I promise you won't be disappointed.  And if you haven't made it by this round of FaMESHed, and you are looking for accessories or hair, then hurry because this gorgeous new set of curls from Wasabi Pills is a MUST have addition to your collection, as are the adorable rings from Empyrean Forge, perfect for this holiday season.  Happy Shopping!!!!

The Fashion Details

Head - LeLutka - Chloe
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/119/138/24

Body - Maitreya - Lara
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Skin - Glam Affair - Maria
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Beauty%20Avatar%20couture/128/128/2

Hair - Wasabi Pills - Foxy @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/237/140/1001

Eyeshadow - MODISH - Nana @ Powder Pack - November - LeLutka
Powder Pack - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22
MODISH - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Delphinium/213/127/25

Lips - MODISH - Nana @ Powder Pack - November - LeLutka
Powder Pack - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22
MODISH - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Delphinium/213/127/25

Top - Scandalize - Loan - Fatpack @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/237/140/1001

Rings - Empyrean Forge - Tidings @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/237/140/1001

Bracelets - Petit Chat - Clair de Lune @ The Chapter Four
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/96/148/1236
100% Original Mesh from Trinity Yazimoto
HUD Driven: 6 metal options and 8 colors for the string
Materials enabled and you can completely customize the piece to your liking

Pose - La Jolie Rose - Hands Poses
No current Landmark

Snow Buddies from Bee Designs @ The Chapter Four

If you happen to be a lover of all things Winter, especially snowmen, then do yourself a favor and head on over to the current round of The Chapter Four and check out the new Snow Buddies Gacha from Bee Designs.

The Snow Buddies gacha has 8 commons, including 3 signs and two Rares, making it just the perfect size to grab all the Buddies you could need this holiday season, without breaking the bank.  Each Snow Buddy is uniquely designed with wonderful textures and an amazing attention to detail, which you have come to expect from Bee Designs!  So hurry on over, this round closes on January 1st, giving you plenty of time to do your last shopping of 2017!

The Decor Details

Snowmen - Bee Designs - Snow Buddies Gacha @ The Chapter Four
2 Rare
8 common, including 3 signs
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/66/153/1236

Sled and Lanterns - keke - Sleigh& Lanterns @ De(c)ocrate - December
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MadPea%20Mad%20City/74/88/2

Snowballs - CONVAIR - Part of the Snow Play set @ De(c)ocrate - December 2017
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MadPea%20Mad%20City/74/88/2

Deer - MI - Stag and Doe Winter Party (Stag not shown) @ De(c)ocrate - December 2017
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MadPea%20Mad%20City/74/88/2

Sled Rides - CHEZ MOI - Tree Sled Rezzer @ De(c)ocrate - December 2017
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MadPea%20Mad%20City/74/88/2

Lit Pine Tree - CIRCA - Holiday Advent - Day 1 - "Woodlands" Christmas Tree Mini - Multi @ CIRCA
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Aurora%20Vale/172/91/38

Garden Lantern - CIRCA - Holiday Advent - Day 4 - "Deer Lake" Holiday Hanging Lanterns - Rust Silver @ CIRCA
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Aurora%20Vale/172/91/38

Snowy Trees - MI - part of the Stag and Doe Winter Party @ De(c)ocrate - December 2017
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MadPea%20Mad%20City/74/88/2

Street Lamps and Garland - BackBone - Streetlamp & Winter Lights @ De(c)ocrate - December 2017
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MadPea%20Mad%20City/74/88/2

 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!

~Jade~

Life happens while you are making plans - Featuring Ashmoot

In the last twenty four hours our entire lives have changed as the youngest, who graduated in June, decided to leave home all of the sudden and move down to Phoenix. Most parents have a bit of notice and some time to get used to the idea of their children going to college or moving out and we are still reeling from the news while he has woken up in a new home this morning with the whole world before him. He has some health issues, so his father and I are biting our nails hoping he is mature enough to handle all the things he has to, and to take care of himself. Which I know is the worry of all parents, but when you add in needed medications, it becomes a greater stressor. But in the end this is his chance to prove something to himself, not just to us. So while we were making plans for the future of the family, life happened and now we have to regroup and see how things go before we continue with our plans. Though I am a bit fearful, at the same time I am SO excited for him! To be out in the world for the first time at 18 is a challenging and yet amazing time, especially when you are living with a friend and finding your way for the very first time. For Christmas this year the greatest gift we could get is a happy, healthy, well adjusted young man out on his own, living his dream!

For the first time I think in forever, the above part of my post has nothing to do with the photo, which just shows I write off the top of my head! This outfit has me feeling fierce, fabulous, and yes, a bit like revenge, though I'm not sure why! I have been looking for a reason to use this chair from SEUL for months now, and today was the day! I love the poses and since it came from a gacha, there are lots of colors to pick up, so go check it out, but before you do, you must stop by Ashmoot and grab this sexy, stunning, fun new ensemble! From the top of your head to the tip of your toes you will be decked out in perfect crocheted pieces and layers in stunning fabrics! The ensemble is complete with appliers for mesh bodies, which includes a gorgeous crochet bikini under the pieces seen in this post. Since I wanted to use the chair I draped the fur vest over the chair, and tossed my purse on the floor, settling in to relax for a few minutes after the emotional roller coaster the last twenty four hours has been. Ugh, I can't even describe how fantastic this outfit is, so go pick it up for yourself, you won't be disappointed!!

The Fashion Details

Head - LeLutka - Chloe 3.0
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/119/138/24

Body - Maitreya - Lara
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Skin - Glam Affair - Milena
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Beauty%20Avatar%20couture/128/128/2

Hair - Truth - Margarita
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Truth/116/128/24

Jewelry - Petit Chat - Seeds of Metal @ The Chapter Four until TONIGHT!
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/96/148/1236
Main Store - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Rayne%20and%20PetitChat/116/116/22

Hat, Glasses, Sweater, Lace Shorts, Bikini (underneath), Stockings, Socks and Shoes, Purse (on floor) and Fur Vest on chair - Ashmoot - A/W Collection Outfit #56 @ FAD Event - Light the Way
Event - November 24th - December 19th
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Forest%20River/86/35/2502

The Decor Details

Chair - SEUL - Monster Chair - Princessa - Gacha
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Eila/96/162/2

The truth is rarely pure and never simple. - Oscar Wilde

I honestly have no idea where the last couple of months went, and I can't believe Thanksgiving is literally right around the corner. Our house is still in shambles but we had an incredibly productive weekend and the days after Thanksgiving will be spent putting in the new floor, which I am terribly excited about! Thirteen months after the leak was discovered we are getting the house together and in a few months it will be ready to be put up for sale, unless we decide to stay in Flagstaff for some odd reason. But all of this means we won't be having Thanksgiving at our house and the rest of the family doesn't cook, so a turkey dinner with all the fixings is not on the agenda this year, and I am a tad bit disappointed. I love the whole production like atmosphere of Thanksgiving, and its the only time of the year I get to make certain dishes I love, so I have a feeling we will be having our own turkey dinner at some point this month, since Christmas will be spent with the entire family, where I will be cooking lots of different things except a turkey! The truth is, I love the traditions, and the time with the family and I hate when things change, which means I am a bit out of sorts now after finalizing the plans for next week, and a quote from Oscar Wilde has danced through my head this morning more than once, after realizing what he meant. "The truth is rarely pure and never simple," but a photo is simple and it speaks the truth you wish to see!

On Friday I actually had time to head out onto the grid from my land and check out a few events, including Collabor88, FaMESHed and Fifty Linden Fridays and I am STILL trying to unpack all my goodies! Not to mention I got my De(c)ocrate and Powder Pack releases as well on Friday, since I had been away for most of the week, and all my other blogger boxes, so I had TONS of stuff to check out and I haven't gotten to them all just yet! But the first thing I had to unpack were my goodies from Collabor88 because I absolutely LOVE this new jumpsuit from Scandalize. The Anashara jumpsuit comes with several options including jacket, chains, and two versions, pearl and plain, and in a wide variety of colors as well as an ombre in every set. The jumpsuit is well designed and all the little details make it well worth the trip to Collabor88, which is also where you will find this GORGEOUS new hair from Tram, which you just have to see in person to truly appreciate, and if you are looking for a simple, yet stylish new necklace and bracelet collection then make sure you head over to The Chapter Four and see the Seeds of Metal set, by Petit Chat, for yourself, it will be well worth the trip! Each bracelet comes with a HUD offering 6 metal choices, making it incredibly versatile, as well as two length options, so it can be worn with even your most cleavage revealing ensembles!

Happy shopping and have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day!

The Fashion Details

Head - LeLutka - Simone 3.0
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/119/138/24

Body - Maitreya - Lara
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Skin - Glam Affair - Federika @ Collabor88
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/8%208/172/193/1086

Eyes - Avi Glam - Lure @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - August
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Blush - Zibska - Fiorenza Blush @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - November
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Eye Shadow - Zibska - Caterina @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - November
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Lipstick - The Face - GALAXY - Make-up palette @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - November
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Hair - Tram - G1025 @ Collabor88
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/8%208/172/193/1086

Necklace and Bracelet - Petit Chat - Seeds of Metal @ The Chapter Four 11/4 - 11/31
HUD Driven with 6 color options
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/96/148/1236

Jumpsuit - Scandalize - Anashara - Nude @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/223/141/1001

Prop & Pose

Pose - An Lar Poses - The Cordelia Series @ Collabor88
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/8%208/172/193/1086

Scene - SAYO - Secret Room Scene @ Collabor88
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/8%208/172/193/1086

A perfect place to unwind after a long day. Featuring Bee Designs, Petit Chat, and unKindness

Recently I decided to start over from scratch on my land and bought a new house and new outdoor landscaping, however the house has been sitting empty and I honestly didn't even know where to begin. I have so many beloved pieces and new things I have picked up over the last six months, and part of me wants to start over with all new things, but I can't see that happening since I happen to have certain pieces I can't live without. However, when I unpacked the new release from Bee Designs for The Liaison Collaborative I decided the vintage theme was going to continue, as usual, but with a new living room!

The Elise Living Room is a Gacha Collection, currently available at The Liaison Collaborative and comes with 11 commons and 2 Rares. I love all the little cute decor pieces in this collection and I couldn't resist adding in some of the suitcases from the Vintage Suitcase Gacha Collection, also from Bee Designs, an exclusive at the Aqua event. I happen to have hat boxes and old suitcases, that when space allows, I have around my house, usually in my office. But since I haven't had one of those in over a year and a half, I decided to put them into my Second Life home while the others gather dust in storage. I have been absolutely amazed with the newest releases from unKindness, including the newest Fireplace Fountains currently at FaMESHed, that come in a wide variety of colors meaning you are sure to find the perfect fit for your home. The water is a fantastic addition to the traditional fireplace decor, and a MUST have for everyone's home in my opinion, so hurry out to the events and pick up your favorite pieces and create your perfect space to unwind! As you noticed, I dropped my briefcase on the sofa as I came home to unwind, which is a brand new release for The Chapter Four from Petit Chat. The Happy Briefcase is HUD driven with 8 options for the buckle or if you pick up the Fat Pack you will get an AMAZING HUD with 8 options for the buckle and 8 options for the strap, and there are different color collections to choose from as well so head on over to the event today and pick up one for yourself! You won't be disappointed!

The Decor Details

Build - Scarlet Creative - Wimberley 2
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Summer/128/128/2

Living Room Set - Bee Designs - Elise Living Room Gacha @ The Liaison Collaborative
2 Rares and 11 Commons
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Remarkable/192/192/2

Luggage - Bee Designs - Vintage Suitcase Gacha @ Aqua
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Zambini/251/226/22

Fireplace Fountain - unKindness - Fireplace Fountain Rustic Teal @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/121/157/1998

Framed Print - unKindness - La Luna Frame @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/121/157/1998

The Fashion Details

Briefcase on Sofa - Petit Chat - Happy Briefcase @ The Chapter Four - September 4th-30th
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/96/148/1236
Hud driven : 8 color options for the buckle.
Fatpack comes with full HUD (8 options for buckle + 8 for the strap)
Materials Enabled
Copy/Mod

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!

~Jade~

"Shower me with your love, all of every day." - Featuring Petit Chat and Truth

Today is one of those days that apparently my heart just wants to march to the beat of it's own drummer, with no rhyme or reason, at least not that I can find! And as usual it has me in a bit of an odd mood, but not a bad one, more like playful and whimsical. I'm sure my kids would tell you I am in full smart ass mode, but I of course, am trying to sugar coat it a bit. But life, as it is, has been showing it's ugly face and a long time ago I decided to meet these moments with levity and a wry sense of humor, while at the same time, being in the arms of the man I love, surrounded by my kids and friends is where I long to be. That place where all the stress melts away for a few moments and you can simply breathe with those who know you best. A time to close your eyes, take a long deep breath and let their love rain down on you.

Butterfly

In my mother's house
There's a photograph
Of a day gone past
Always makes me laugh
There's a little girl
Wary of the world
She got much to learn
Get her fingers burned
An affinity
Between you and me
Cause we're family
Said that I'd be fine
Give me all your time
And I left your side
Like a butterfly

Shower me with your love
All of everyday
You make the red rose sun
Shine on me
Lift me up so high
Watch me fly away
Would you live your life
Like a butterfly

In my mother's house
There was happiness
I wrapped my myself in it
Was my chrysalis
As my life unfolds
See a pattern through
Of you protecting me
And I protecting you
What was that you'd say
Make your own mistakes
And when you're grown
Make sure that you remain the same
Now I realise
What was on your mind
When I left your side
Like a butter fly

Shower me with your love
All of everyday
You make the red rose sun
Shine on me
Lift me up so high
Watch me fly away
Give me life
Like a butterfly

Shower me with your love
All of everyday
You make the red rose sun
Shine on me
Lift me up so high
Watch me fly away
Give me life
Like a butterfly


If you are a little bit of a bohemian like I am, or you love flirty, feminine accessories, then you seriously need to hurry over to the current round of The Chapter Four and pick up this beautiful new headband from Petit Chat. The Abigail Headband comes with a HUD with 8 options on 5 parts. As usual every part of this design can be customized to fit your mood or ensemble and make sure to check out the notecard in your package about further customization techniques. The textures are expertly done and with the amount of choices on the HUD it is incredibly versatile, making it a wonderful addition to every accessory collection! And if you haven't noticed, there is a trend towards having Styling HUDS that come with different hairs, offering different styles in one purchase, which for me, is absolutely NEEDED! I have fallen in love with the newest release from Truth @ Uber and all the styles you can choose just by buying one hair, so hurry over and check it out, I promise you won't be disappointed!

The Fashion Details

Head - LeLutka - Simone 3.0 NEW UPDATE!
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/119/138/24

Body - Maitreya - Lara
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Skin - *YS&YS* - Kirsten - Tone 02
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Feel%20Beautiful/141/146/503

Hair - Truth - Margarita - Comes with Styling HUD @ Uber
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Uber/130/139/1200

Eyes - Avi Glam - Lure @ Powder Pack - LeLutka - August
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Last%20Forever/93/116/22

Eye Shadow - LeLutka - Simone 3.0
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/119/138/24

Headpiece - Petit Chat - Abigail Headband @ The Chapter Four
August 4th-30th
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/96/148/1236
HUD Driven 8 options on 5 parts

Tattoo - White-Widow - Coco in Henna @ Uber
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Uber/130/139/1200

Clouds - unKindness - Victorian Dreamscape - Cloudsies Gold and Teal @ Epiphany
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Epiphany/88/131/1006

Pose - An Lar - Gabriel
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Remarkable/84/74/22

Butterfly - Corrine Baily Rae

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!

~Jade~ 

Oh, the places you'll go...

Tucked away in a box, I'm sure in the bottom, wrapped in a blanket, is an eighteen year old copy of Dr. Suess's Oh, the Places You'll Go that I purchased when I found out I was pregnant.  The inside cover reveals the hopes and worries of a soon to be mother to her child long before his birth.  I dug through a few boxes hoping I would stumble upon it in the mess, but no such luck.  I wanted to reflect upon the words of a much younger me, but I will just have to peer into the dark recesses of my memory to locate those memories.  My son is my miracle child, since I had suffered through several miscarriages and had told I would never be a Mom; but life always has a way of tossing thing at you that aren't expected.  So at twenty-five when I was suddenly confronted with being pregnant, single and just starting a career, I made the decision that being a Mom was my highest priority.  A few months into the pregnancy I was at my favorite book store starting a collection of my favorite books from my childhood when I saw Oh, the Places You'll Go, and my heart skipped a beat and I grabbed the last one off the shelf, stopped to pay, grabbed a tea and sat down to inscribe it while my thoughts were fresh in my mind after seeing his little face on the ultrasound earlier that morning.  When you have gotten your mind and heart used to something, like not being a parent, it is difficult to switch your brain automatically.  It's like a waking dream where the one thing you had always wanted but KNEW would never come true is your reality.

I became incredibly agoraphobic because I was so worried someone would do something stupid and put my child in jeopardy, and towards the end I rarely left the house and when I did it was to the Doctor's with one of my parents driving.  And when he was born, the world opened up again and the natural wanderlust I have had since I was a little girl kicked in and I spoke to my baby boy about the world, and showed him photos of all the places I had traveled and prayed that I had passed this trait on and that someday he would want to travel far from home to find himself.  Little did I know when he turned eighteen that I would suddenly develop this incredible need for him to not stray far from home!  If there is anyone to blame for the College and University brochures coming in from as far away as Boston, it's me, and part of me is very proud.  He has spent most of his life in a small town with visits to much larger cities, and my stories of faraway places have painted a world outside Flagstaff that I worry may be a bit tainted by the rose colored glasses that come with age.  I think I am as afraid today of him leaving home and traveling as I was the day I wrote my hopes and dreams for him on the inside cover of that book.  And though my voice trembles a bit and my eyes might get slightly teary I still tell him I can't wait to hear the tales he will tell from all the places he'll go.

The Décor Details
Build - Dust Bunny - Willow Farmhouse
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Mockingbird/175/142/25

Step Ladder with Books - Irrie's Dollhouse - Book Ladder - Dream Library @ The Chapter Four
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/86/133/1236

Fireplace/Bookcase - Irrie's Dollhouse - Bookcase Fireplace RARE - Dream Library @ The Chapter Four
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/86/133/1236

Rug - Irrie's Dollhouse - Braided Rug - Dream Library @ The Chapter Four
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/86/133/1236

Ottoman - Irrie's Dollhouse - Ottoman Table RARE - Dream Library @ The Chapter Four
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/86/133/1236

Record Player - Irrie's Dollhouse - Phonograph - Dream Library @ The Chapter Four
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/86/133/1236

Floor Pillows - Irrie's Dollhouse - Pillows - Dream Library @ The Chapter Four
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/86/133/1236
Gacha! Dream Library
•  100% Original Mesh
•  5 Commons, 2 Rares
•  Resize
65L/pull

Milk Jug Lamp - junk. - Metal Churn Light @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Floor Pillow - tarte. - Floor Cushion - Floral @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Megaphone - Nefarious Inventions - Megaphone @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Round End Table - junk. - Concertina Book Stool @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Plant - Nefarious Inventions - Trophy @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Hanging Map - tarte. - Traveler's Tapestry @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Vintage Mini Jukebox - %Percent - 1930's Deco Jukebox Radio @ Swank
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Sage%20Isle/191/17/2004

Plant Trio - Commoner - Staycation - Tray of Succulents @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Tin on Shelf - junk. - Vintage Perfume Tin @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Vases on Shelf - Commoner - Staycation - Geometric Vases @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Chandelier - unKindness - Little Bird Chandelier Light (Scripted)
unKindness is currently in the process of a move so check your search for the Landmark before you head on over!
Temporary LM
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Enchanted%20Valley/195/107/21

Paris Map - junk. - Plan de Paris @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Framed Quote - tarte. - Quote Print @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Basket - junk. - Sign Basket @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Clock - junk. - Pigeonhole Clock @ The Arcade - September
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Arcade/149/127/32

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of your day and remember to always be true to your style and make today's trends in fashion and home d écor work for you!

~Jade~

Taking a break from the winds of change to remind myself to breathe

For those of you who have been following my blog for a bit, you know I HATE change in any form, whether for good or bad.  I am like a dog that hates to be walked on a leash; ass end down with claws digging into the ground refusing to be moved.  Recently, however, I have had to be like a Weeping Willow blowing in the winds of change, reminding myself to breathe and allow myself to be swept away.  In case you haven't been following along, the last few months have brought about a new relationship, that I also gained another teenage boy with, a brand-new computer, and as of last night, the boyfriend and I bought a new vehicle!  Which in the grand scheme of things, as I look forward to my future, is HUGE!  Granted, it isn't brand new, and actually it's 14 years old, but we stumbled into one of those finds of a lifetime; a 2002 Yukon that has been used by an 80+ year old woman to get groceries for the last 14 years and then parked in a garage and out of the hot Arizona sun.  It was never our intention to get something that old, or in fact, another SUV, but with the incredibly low mileage, near mint condition inside and outside and the smoking good deal we were offered, we couldn't pass it up.  But after 6 hours at and around the dealership looking at all kinds of vehicles and then not being able to sleep until the wee hours of the morning because of that high you get after purchasing something like that, my body and my mind needed a break.

I realized as I sat down again in this chair today in a tucked away corner of my home I hadn't once taken time out of my day to just breathe.  That is usually the first thing out of my mouth to friends when they are stressed or going to fast, "Remember to breathe."  Now that seems like a stupid comment I know, but think about it for a moment.  When we are going nonstop, and the stress level is bordering on critical we rarely stop and concentrate on our breathing.  In fact, most of the time people's breathing gets more shallow and rapid, making your blood pressure rise which just adds to the issues, so it's important to take just a few beats of your heart and concentrate on ten long, deep breaths.  I took my own advice finally, after the work space cleared this afternoon and I feel incredibly better.  It doesn't take away the stressors, but it does remind you to slow down, even for a moment, which is sometimes all we need when the kettle is about to boil over.  I also am a big fan of retail therapy, and most often with me, that comes in the form of extravagant and nonsensical shoes, in SL and RL.  Rayne had the perfect ones for my mood this weekend and you just have to go pick yourself up a pair or two, or maybe all of them!  The shoes are exclusively available at the Stuff Style Sales Room, a monthly event brought to you by the creators of Womenstuff, Menstuff, and HomeStuff which runs until the 28th, so hurry on over before the goodies head out!

The Fashion Details

Shoes - Rayne Couture - Britania Heels @ Stuff Style Sales Room
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/De%20Campion/100/115/3501

Jeans - Blueberry - Proud Pizza
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Lenox%20and%20Blueberry/252/128/23

The Décor Details

Build - Dust Bunny - Willow Farm House
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Mockingbird/175/142/25

Art on Floor - YS&YS - European Taste Gacha (previous Gacha Garden collection)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Feel%20Beautiful/106/118/23

Dark Rug - Glam Affair - Joy Collection @ The Chapter Four
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/89/134/1236

Plants - Scarlet Creative - Nerites Collection - Plant (June Arcade item)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/mountain%20view/130/3/22

Lantern - Glam Affair - Joy Collection - Wooden Lantern - White @ The Chapter Four
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/89/134/1236

Plant in Planter - AptB - Dalton Snake Plant - GIFT @ The Crossroads - July
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Crossroads%20Event/127/122/21

Telescope - Random Matter - Lost & Forgotten Collection (June Arcade item)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Mercy%20Falls/136/146/31

Light Rug - YS&YS - European Taste Collection - Rug 02 (previous Gacha Garden collection)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Feel%20Beautiful/106/118/23

Chair - Scarlet Creative - Nerites - Metal Chair (June Arcade item)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/mountain%20view/130/3/22

Poufs - YS&YS - European Taste Collection - Pouf 4 (previous Gacha Garden collection)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Feel%20Beautiful/106/118/23

Dreamcatchers - Ariskea - [GypsySoul] Dreamcatcher Feathers and No Feathers @ TLC July
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Remarkable/140/193/22

Sign - unKindness - Believe sign
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Theory/90/130/21

Corner Shelf - Random Matter - Lost & Forgotten Collection (June Arcade item)
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Mercy%20Falls/136/146/31

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 décor work for you!

~Jade~

"Now I've been crying lately, thinking about the world as it is. Why must we go on hating, why can't we live in bliss? Cause out on the edge of darkness, there rides a peace train. Oh peace train take this country, come take me home again." Cat Stevens

Not sure if you noticed or not yesterday in my post that I seemed to have something on my mind, the truth is, I do, but I have no idea how to actually go about discussing it.  A message I received yesterday has me in a very pensive mood in regards to relationships, the outer self we project online, the true self we hide and what I have decided to call the "inverted mirror."  As most of us know, prejudices seem to run deep online, even when veiled behind walls of supposed acceptance.  I have come to believe that -ism's in all their forms run rampant because a person never really has to see the effect their words have upon another.  I have personally witnessed the slinging of hate in many forms and I have always been astonished at the language some people use with each other, and I have often wondered if they would say those same things if they could see the pain they cause.  Which leads me to wonder how much of our true selves do we hide without realizing it because of an inherent fear of wandering into these murky waters.

Whether right or wrong, when people get to know me they can attest to the fact that I am a bit of a nut who wears her heart on her sleeve, with a whole bunch of fluffy and not so fluffy crap in the middle.  My real life best friend has been with me online for almost a decade now and she will shake her head and laugh about the fact I don't change online or off.  I still haven't figured out if that is a good thing or a bad one yet, but we have been friends for almost 15 years at this point, so I must be doing something right.  However, recent events have shown me that maybe I don't show enough people who I am.  I always thought being quiet and observant made me mysterious, not a bitch, at least in some people's eyes.  But with mystery comes misunderstanding and that leaves room for rumor and conjecture, which we all know only leads down darker paths.  In Psychology they call the act of pushing your emotions or thoughts or fears onto another as to not face them within yourself, transference.  I think Second Life and other online platforms create an atmosphere where this becomes almost a standard practice when going on a rant.  I have begun to call this the "inverted mirror" effect.  Instead of shining light on personal failings people immediately turn the mirror around and are really pointing out their negative attributes, not yours or anothers.  I have often said the things that we complain about the most in others, are those things we dislike about ourselves the most.  This is why I think people should take a step back before they hit the "send" button on a text, message or status, and think about how they would feel seeing that from another point of view.  Now of course there are just some callous, heartless, prejudiced people who will never see any point of view other than their own, but hey every party needs a party pooper, right?  The rest of us can continue on our journey into the darkness in search of the peace train.

The Fashion Details
Head - LeLutka
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LeLutka/128/128/26

Skin - DeeTaleZ
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/DeeTaleZ/127/128/265

Body - Maitreya
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/128/133/24

Eyes - Avi Glam - Elysian Eyes - Summernight @ Cosmopolitan
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/No%20Comment/131/61/22

Lashes - Gaeline Creations - Felicia
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/GAELINE%20CREATIONS/128/127/30

Hair - Little Bones - Young @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/131/161/22

Earrings, Choker and Necklace - Cae - Mila @ FaMESHed
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FaMESHed/131/161/22

Bracelets and Rings - Secrets - Turquesa Set - Gold @ Cosmopolitan
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/No%20Comment/131/61/22

Top and Skirt - !gO! - Rita Top and Skirt @ The Chapter Four #38
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamlove/89/134/1236

Pose - PosESion - Elfaba Set
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Brimstone/49/61/22

The tree and I are decked out in shiny baubles for the Holidays!

I have gotten a bunch of trees this year to blog and though I have truly loved several of them, something was still missing for my personal home.  I spotted a post on flickr this morning and I checked out the blog and knew exactly where I was heading as soon as my son wanted to do something other than lay around and watch movies on a snow day.  When that happens, the computer is held hostage, but I will never complain about spending time with my teenager.  The Mix is a rather new event on the grid that is run via a HUD, so you aren't heading out to an event you actually get a chance to check out the mainstores of featured creators.  I went to the website and found out all the info, grabbed my free HUD from the Marketplace, logged on and checked it out, even though I only had one destination in mind today, [CIRCA].  For the event, they have two Christmas trees to choose from, Blue and Silver, and Red and Gold, for those of you who have seen my home, you would have expected me to grab the Blue and Silver, but tradition holds strong with Christmas for me, so the Red and Gold was MINE, as well as the packages to fill the space beneath.  Trust me when I say you won't be disappointed AND there is plenty of room for you to add extra ornaments, which I plan on doing tonight.  As I was decorating, a new package came in from Amarelo Manga and I was delighted to see a dress that went perfectly with my new decor.  The tree and I are both decked out in shiny baubles for the holidays!

The Indira gown from my Amarelo Manga is absolutely stunning with its banded design, wrapped just like a present, vintage scrolled print, and form fitting long design.  It is perfect for all of your holiday events, so make sure to head by the store and check out it and all the other new releases as well.  

The Fashion

Body - Maitreya

Skin - DeeTaleZ - Marlow

Hair - Diva - Giz

Eyes - IKON - Hope - Glass

Jewelry - Zuri Rayna - Candy Cane Christmas (event closed today so check back later in the week)

Dress - Amarelo Manga - Indira NEW!!! NEW!!! NEW!!!

Pose - KaTink - Andrea Editorial

The Decor

Tree - [CIRCA] - "Snow Lake" Christmas Holiday Tree for The Mix
Packages - [CIRCA] - "Snow Lake" Gift Box Set for The Mix
Lights - unKindness - StiK Lights in Birch
Rug - unKindness - Old Rug V2 - part of Battered Set
Chair - Zerkalo - Winter Evening @ The Chapter Four

The Mix website - http://mixeventsl.com/

Have a wonderfully wicked rest of you evening or day if you happen to be on the other side of the world from me and remember to always stay true to your style and make today's fashion and decor trends work for you!

~Jade~  

Can't Stand the Rain

I can't stand the rain
Against my window
Bringing back sweet memories

I can't stand the rain
Against my window
Just keeps on haunting me

Hey, rain
Get off my window...

(This redhead has OTHER plans)

Whatever fool said redheads don't look good in pink must have never been stunned by the often quite deadly combination.  The new group gift skin from Poudre, "Nicki Rising", offered me a perfect opportunity to show off why redheads are truly, pretty in pink!  And, I might have needed a pick me up, that rain, after all was a tapping on the window a bit too loudly, which of course led to some shopping therapy!  The newest round of Collab provided the perfect outfit for me to accessorize with some of my other fantastic finds this month!  Baiastice offers up this great caged top, which conveniently fits perfectly without an alpha, and skirt in a huge variety of colors and patterns, so make sure to go by and grab what you love most!  

A new round has opened at Cosmopolitan Sale Room and there are tons of new goodies at FANTASTIC prices for you to get your hands on!  7mad;Ravens has released the "Prime" collection for CSR that come in different colors and patterns.  The bracelets are unisex and come with a resizer so they are quite easy to fit.  Last round of CSR brought these fantastic shoes from Hilly Haalen, so make sure and check the store!  Last month, GizzA released this amazing jewelry set for La Metallique Fair from L'Accessoires.  The event has come to a close, but I am sure you will find  information at GizzA about the set.  And if you have managed to avoid The Thrift Shop, STOP IT!  Hurry on over and grab yourself one of the adorable "Promise" rings from Geek.  I was thrilled to get the Rare and just had to show it off!  The rings are absolutely perfectly designed and bring a wonderful feel of whimsy to my wardrobe! 

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Shape - Poudre Kerli (MOD)

Skin - Poudre Nicki Rising

Brows - Poudre

Eyeliner - Poudre 

Parted Lips - Poudre Kiss Parted Lips

Lashes - Poudre - Natural False Mesh

Dimples - Poudre

Eyes - Adored Siren in Surf @ Swag Fest 2

Hair - Analog Dog 42 in Dark Reds

Hands - Slink Elegant

Feet - Slink High

Outfit

Top - Baiastice Caged Top @ Collabor88

Skirt - Baiastice Ives Skirt @ Collabor88

Shoes - Hilly Haalen Frances Heels from CSR last round

Purse - David Heather Frang Bag Black RARE @ The Chapter Four

Chain Necklace and Bracelets - GizzA Chained Treasures Set

Earrings - Lazuri Classic Pearl Large Studs

Bracelet - 7mad;Ravens Prime in Black NEW!! @ CSR

Ring - Geek Promise Ring RARE! @ The Thrift Shop

Happy shopping and have a wonderfully wicked week!

~Jade~

Zenith's End of Summer

As summer comes to a close, I found myself wandering through FaMeshed, and The Chapter Four realizing that I had become addicted to =Zenith= this summer.  An idea started to swirl its way around my brain and I decided to show off my favorite pieces from the current events and especially from =Zenith=! 

Currently at FaMeshed, you can pick up the "Braces" dress by =Zenith= in a variety of colors and this fantastic hair from Damselfly.  The Antonia hair is a truly gorgeous mesh that lies well over the chest and doesn't cut into the shoulders like many other long hairs.  And of course, as usual, the reds got my attention and I absolutely love the color selections.  And at The Chapter Four, DeeTalez has released an exclusive skin, "Leyna", that is quite beautiful, so make sure to go grab yours before the end of the month!  If you missed L'Accessoires Metallique Fair, then you missed this GORGEOUS purse from =Zenith=.  The Jewelry Leather Clutch may be available in the main store, so run and check!  The same goes for all things not at current events, the main store should have them, unless of course they were an exclusive.  And join the group, if you have room, it is well worth it!

Outfit

Dress - =Zenith= Bracers Dress @ FaMeshed

Shoes - =Zenith= Greek Leather Heels

Purse - =Zenith= Jewelry Leather Clutch

Earrings - Maxi Gossamer Fern's Trinkets @ FaMeshed

Necklace and Rings - =Zenith= Geometry Set

Crown - =Zenith= Grape Leafs Corolla

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Shape - Poudre Kerli (MOD)

Skin - DeeTaleZ Leyna Exclusive @ The Chapter Four

Eyes - IKON Sunrise

Hair - Damselfly Antonia @ FaMeshed

Lashes - Gaeline Mesh

Hands - Slink Elegant

Feet - Slink High

Nails - *EPIC* Melty Slink Applier @ Swag Fest 2 (ENDS SOON)

All photos taken at Isle of Noble

 

Waiting for Night to Fall

And, I'm BACK, after an unexpected month long absence. Hope you didn't all miss me too terribly much!  Before I left, I found my way into The Chapter Four, The Fantasy Gacha, FaMeshed and managed to make it back in time for Collabor88, Uber and the Metallique Fair at L'Accessoires!  So let's just call this an event post for August and the start of September, shall we? 

Fall is in the air at this round of Uber as you can tell by this amazing fuzzy sweater, and "leggings" from Emery, which look like nice leather pants to me.  The meshes for both pieces are great and I didn't have to make a change to my shape, which by now, everyone knows I LOVE to not have to alter my size or appearance.   Collabor88's newest round had a Goddess theme, and I was not disappointed in the offerings this time around.  DeeTalez released a version of the Faith skin for the event, and I loved the makeup that has been added to give this a unique feel and look.

Hucci never lets me down with shoes, and I do believe I own almost everything they have released.  The Naxos heels released for Collab are truly unique and amazing!  I love the metallic leaves along the foot and ankle, leading to a very sleek and sexy look, whether in long pants, or a short skirt.

Cae has been releasing some pretty amazing pieces of jewelry at the last few rounds of events, and if you haven't caught a glimpse of their things, RUN to the store and pick up some new baubles.  I fell in love with this moon and star set featured at last months FaMeshed and was looking forward to showing you all before the event closed; however my absence made it a little hard to do it while they were still at the event.  Check their mainstore for this piece and other magnificent jewelry!  Mixed in with a couple other simple, but elegant pieces, this became the perfect "Date Night" outfit for a late summer, early fall night.  Now, as I wait on the boardwalk for the sun to set, and the night to set in, all I need is someone tall, dark and handsome to whisk me away for a night on the town!

Outfit

Sweater - Emery Doom Pullover @ Uber 

Leggings - Emery Yama @ Uber 

Shoes - Hucci Naxos Silver Midnight @ Collabor88

Ring R - Leonard Grandma Ring Silver/Mint

Ring L - Swallow Single Ring - Silver

Earrings - Cae Bella Notte was @ FaMeshed

Necklace - Cae Bella Notte

Purse - Swallow Safari Clutch Silver

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Skin - DeeTalez Faith as Amphirite @ Collabor88

Shape - my own

Eyes - IKON Mortal Storm

Hands and Feet - Slink

Lashes - Gaeline

Hair - Little Bones "Two Weeks #2" (gacha) from Chapter Four August

Nails - The Plastik Metallurgy

Have a wonderfully wicked week and always be good to one another and cherish each day, for no one can tell you what will happen tomorrow!

~Jade~

 

 

Gone Fishin'

 The weather has infected me, to say the least!  Nothing sounds better right now than a long, lazy day out at the river, pond, lake or ocean.  Lazing in the sun with my feet up on the cooler, a book in my hands and my big floppy hat keeping the sun out of my eyes is my recipe for perfection today.  Lucky for all of us.... Fameshed, Coquet, Lode and Reign provided me with the PERFECT outfit!

Yes, I know my posts seem to have a lot of things from Fameshed, but it has literally become my go-to place for new, cute outfits and accessories.  Coquet is one of my favorite shops for my everyday looks, and these cute tops and peddle pushers are now a core staple in my summer wardrobe.  The "Cross My Heart" top comes in several patterns and colors, and comes with two alphas; one covers more, and the other less.  The "less" alpha worked perfectly for me without any shape adjustments!  The peddle pushers come in complimentary colors to the shirts and can be mixed and matched.  Zenith is putting out amazing pieces at the current events, including the Butterfly set at Fameshed.  Wander into the main store and take a look around.  They have very stylish, well made clothes and accessories and I have made a point to put them on my weekly rounds.

In case you missed it, Chapter Four is having their one year birthday celebration, which means, the creators spotlighted this month have put out little presents along the way.  Lode, does not disappoint with this adorable floppy hat!  It has a whimsical little ladybug on the brim and the sticks are a great added detail.  So make sure to run by and at least grab the gifties, even if you don't have the money to spend on all the other adorable things available this month.  Oneword, is an event I am not sure many people have heard of at this point, but I have made sure to join their group and to stay on top of the upcoming rounds.  The idea is that the creators are given one word for their theme.  This months theme is Vintage.  Pure Poison made a gorgeous vintage looking necklace with a stunning antique rose cameo and whimsical key.  One of the things that stood out the most at this round were the poses!  Rack Poses and //elephante poses// have great couples and singles poses available at reasonable prices.  Needless to say, lots of places to visit and lots of pretties to go gaze at this month!
Happy Shopping!!!!
~Jade~

Avatar - Shape by me (not for sale); Slink Casual Hands; Slink Mid Feet; DeeTaleZ Hanna Skin with add -on freckles and custom lip tint; Shakeup! Everyday Blush; Pekka Eyeliner; Gaeline Mesh Eyelashes; IKON Kaleido Eyes

Outfit - Coquet Cross My Heart Floral @ Fameshed; Coquet Peddlers Khaki @ Fameshed; Reign Group Only Wedgies (check the store for LOTS of other HOT shoes!!); Shey Mechanic Bamboo Watch @ Limited Bazaar; Pure Poison Vintage Key Necklace @ Oneword; Taketomi Meiling Bento; Sassy! Polished Cuff Brass; Lode Headwear @ Chapter Four; Zenith Butterfly Ring @ Fameshed

Poses - My poses from PosESioN, all purchased at Kustom9 April and May rounds.

Worth the Hunt

Happy Friday!!  As promised, here is another dazzling jewel tucked away in the boxes from The Cotton Candy Hunt!

This cute spring dress from Beautiful Dangerous is absolutely adorable on!  I didn't have to change my shape in the slightest and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised with this mesh.  Very nice to take pictures and not have to worry about the never ending void caused by alphas.  This dress is tucked and wrapped underneath and I found this to be a great detail, considering how short it is!!!

I know I have been babbling about the hunt, but make sure to check out the other events happening on the grid right now as well!  The Chapter Four is having a birthday party, and as such, there are cute little gift boxes dotting the displays.  I love the cupcake ring by Atomic, so whimsical and fitting for the occasion!  The rest of my accessories can be found scattered between We <3 RP and FameShed.  I fell in love with this hair from Mina, one of my general go-to hair designers, at The Chapter Four.  Braids can have a tendency to look juvenile or childish, and the loose, carefree style of this hair keeps it from being too cutesy! 

Outfit - Dress by Beautiful Dangerous for the hunt; Hucci Vinnitsa Sandals; Atomic Cupcake Ring TCF; Zenith Grape Leaves Corolla and Butterfly Ring @ FameShed; Eden's Necklace Silver V2 @ We <3 RP
Avatar - Shape by me; Slink hands and feet; Panda Punx Skin in Skye for the hunt; IKON Sunrise Eyes in Pale Verdigris

Take an adventure and drag a friend or two along and go chase down these great items!  Have a wonderfully wicked weekend!

~Jade~