Scarlotland

Happy Holidays 2011

2011-12-27T20:41:00.002-06:00

It's been quite some time since I last written. I've been busy :) As you can see by the photo above I have met someone new. Now, I will tell you the story of how we met.
As you know, I have been learning to build. While taking a class at Builder's Brewery, this man was sitting in front of me. I noticed his name first. His name is Wrong Wright. Cute, huh? Soooo, of course I had to strike up a conversation with him. What a better way then to tell him I love his name! It just so happens that we were in a class to learn how to make sculpties on this one program. Well, as you can see...I didn't succeed! I can't even remember the programs name, but I certainly remembered Wrong's name. We chit-chatted that day but didn't start talking til a week or so later.
Since then, He has become a special part of my Second Life. He makes me laugh and smile. He challenges me even though I don't think he knows it. I just wanted you all to meet him and I wanted to thank him being a part of my Second Life. I heart you, Mr. Wright!! ♥♥♥

Wishing all my friends a Wonderful Holiday and a Very Happy New Year!!

Good-bye 2011

Welcome 2012!!!

Building A Boat...

2011-05-29T21:10:00.000-05:00

   Due to unforseen circumstances in my SL, I have been dealt with a lot of free time. I have decided to take up building. Fortunately, while hanging with my friend, Attica we went to a sim called Dreams. She is a builder and has been a member of Dreams for quite a long time.

   While under the guidance of my teacher, Gekkie Kidd, I was challenged to enter the "Build a Better Boat" Contest. This contest had 31 participants. The photograph above is a photo of myself in my boat, The May Flower. This was among many creative and interesting builds. There were a Banana Split boat, a mouse trap boat, a speed boat, a bathroom boat, and many many more. Although, I wasn't awarded a prize, I came out of this experience with knowledge of building and the pride of accomplishment. Congratulations to the winners!!

   I would like to share information on the Dream Sim.   The following has been taken from a notecard available to all on the Sim. It is a great place to learn, and a great place to meet wonderful people.

Dreams was started in Luo in July of 2005, after having a home for a number of months in Manua.

The Sojourner (Soj) , Rick Kent, Amalthea Blanc and a few others started Dreams in Luo to accomplish a number of dreams:
1. To provide a base for creative interaction among people in SL.
2. To provide an area for teaching, holding discussions, and holding events.
3. To provide a support base for people who encounter strokes (brain attacks) in their own lives or in the lives of their loved ones.

Not everyone dreams the same. Some people need a bit of isolation, others need to play off of each other.   Dreams is here to provide that variety. Most of all, it is here to provide support, learning, and fun.

The Dream Travelers are the dreaming force on this land. They are Seekers, Spinners, and Weavers. They are Travelers and even when they dont carry the distinction over their heads, they will shift and turn as the mists of dreams do. Things that are attempted but don't work out are the stuff of new dreams. But, oh, when they do reach fruition, what a wonderful time it is!!

The most important thing here is to find a way to take what is in each one of us and to explore it.. turning it inside out and back again... and then to pursue something that we have thought to be beyond us, having a place among friends to do that.

Dreams is also the activity base for 􀀔, a group of stroke-survivors, family members, and others interested in stroke/brain attacks.

In addition, we host the Brigadoon Explorers who are individuals who have or are interested in Asperger Syndrome and autism.

Contact Ariel Miranda to find out about the weekly meetings (Wednesdays at 5 pm PST).

Our newest group, the ADD/ADHD Support Group 2.0 are for those who have or are interested in ADD/ADHD. They meet twice weekly' 1 pm on Mondays and 6 pm on Tuesdays. For more information contact Sophia Krell or Aerial Karu.

EDUCATION AT DREAMS

Education is a strong part of Dreams. Learning happens in a variety of ways, which aids learners of all types.

Formal classes given by teachers with different styles cover topics like simple build projects to scripting to building techniques to creating your own textures or avatars.

Informal learning happens in the sandbox or after class as people ask questions and get answers about topics related to the Second Life experience or just life in general.

Discussions and support groups help participants gain a better understanding of themselves or others, as well as get support from other people who may be going through similar situations.

Learning is an important part of improving ourselves, regardless of where we're starting out. Some may be recovering from strokes or other brain injuries, finding that the challenges of Second Life help them regain functioning plus new skills. Others may be homebound or in search of new outlets. Learning Second Life, building, scripting or other things broadens horizons.

What will YOU learn?
For more information on Dreams, please contact Golda Stein or Dorie Bernstein.
Your ticket to Dreams!!

Sleep Sweet Lovely Hepzi...

2011-03-29T08:44:00.000-05:00

     People come into our life for either a reason, a season, or a lifetime. Very rarely do they cover all three, but Miss Hepzibah Foxclaw covered it for me. Hepzi, as we called her, was a Second Life Resident, Blogger, and Plurker. I was fortunate to first get to know her on Plurk.

     She was the kind of Plurker who greeted everyone every morning and evening with sweet words. Always made you feel warm inside. She gave out hugs (cozy) and kisses (girlkiss) almost each and every day.   She always called us lovelies, even if we didn't feel lovely that particular day. She had a way of making Plurk a brighter place.

   One day, while I was inworld working on a preview blog for a SL Event, I had an opportunity to finally meet Hepzi. I was standing looking at some beautiful outfits when she tp'd in. I really felt fangirlish. I have always thought Miss Hepzi was beautiful, and that they way she blogged and presented each item was superb. If I would have to pick a blogger who I would most like to aspire to be like...it would be her. From that day on, Hepzi and I talked more...we became friends.

     A few months ago, Hepzi was in a terrible automobile accident in RL. She had sustained many injuries. We had talked and she seemed to be on the mend. Her spirits seemed high, and she continued on.   Then she seemed to disappear. I had wondered what had happened. Recently, I found out that Hepzibah had passed away on February 17, 2011.

   Going back to the reason, season, lifetime....I realize the reason I met this wonderful woman was because of our involvement in this virtual world called Second Life and Plurk. The season was actually the time we had talked and communicated. And the lifetime will be the memories I have of such a sweet person that she was. I will forever carry with me how she always thought the best of people. She will make me a better person because of it. She was always a ray of sunshine, always someone to look forward to talking to.

   In closing, I want to share the content of her last Plurk. She wrote...gonna cuddle on the couch for a while...see you later lovelies (cozy). Yes, Sleep Sweet Lovely Hepzi...we will meet again. Thank you for being my friend. Love & Miss You Lots!! (cozy)

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Happy Spring!!

2011-03-20T17:39:00.001-05:00

Spring has finally sprung!!! What better way to celebrate than with two of your bestest friends! I asked them to put on something springy and invited them over! Here in this picture I am dragging them around & showing them my beautiful flowers. I do love spring & flowers!

Thanks Erica & Ani for posing here with me!! I love you guys!!! ♥♥
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Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas!

2010-12-24T10:40:00.000-06:00

From Home to home, and heart to heart,
from one place to another.

                                                     The warmth and joy of Christmas,
                                                          brings us closer to each other.
                                                                              ~Emily Matthews

Merry Christmas to all of you!!

I hope you are all having a great holiday!! I certainly am!! This Christmas card was purely Korg's idea but I loved it!! He makes me laugh so much!! His "little" outfit was a Christmas gift from me...and did you know it plays music??? HaHa We invited a couple friend over to give them their gifts. Our friend suggested Korg should be dancing on a dance poll, so I quickly set one up. OMG!! We all laughed soooo hard!! Can you imagine? Then again..don't!! It wasn't all that pretty to watch!! Anyway, We do hope you have a great holiday and that you stay warm!!! I will leave you with words to my favorite Christmas Carol..

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas

                                                                ~~~~

                                       Have yourself a merry little Christmas,
                                                     Let your heart be light
                                                       From now on,
                                              our troubles will be out of sight

                                         Have yourself a merry little Christmas,
                                                    Make the Yule-tide gay,
                                                            From now on,
                                               our troubles will be miles away.

                                                 Here we are as in olden days,
                                                    Happy golden days of yore.
                                             Faithful friends who are dear to us
                                                 Gather near to us once more.

                                                        Through the years
                                                     We all will be together,
                                                          If the Fates allow
                                    Hang a shining star upon the highest bough.
                                 And have yourself A merry little Christmas now.

                                                              ~~~~~

A New Addition to the Verrazzano Family

2010-12-20T10:29:00.003-06:00

A New Addition

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Welcoming

Shadow Verrazzano

born 12/19/2010 at 10:07am

at Fotoscope Island

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Throughout my life, I have always had pets. So naturally having pets in Second Life was going to happen. My SL Pet family started with Bunnies. I adopted Fred, then shortly adopted Wilma. Later, Wrigley was added to the family..although she doesn't live with me anymore (she is Pat's)...My love for her is still great. Additionally, Domo was added into the bunch. Domo belongs to my good friend, Elana Hyun, but resides with the other bunnies.

So, now....Scarlotland has a new addition. Shadow was given to me via a Plurk friend, Dakota Buck. She was birthed at Fotoscope Island, while visiting my guy, Korgi. She is a lovely gray color, thus the reason I named her Shadow. She meows sooo cute!! Shadow is also the name of my very first cat in RL. Shadow was a very special cat to me, just like I know this one will be.

Korgi and I went shopping right away to purchase food, and a bed for Shadow. She has what she needs now to be comfortable in her new home. I brought her home to Scarlotland, where she can bond with the bunnies. Now...we are one BIG family!! :)

A Day in the Office...

2010-12-11T16:56:00.000-06:00

Recently, I was asked to help a friend in his rather prestigious Law Office. He was rather behind in copying Office Manuals that he needed for the office meeting the very next day. As instructed, I arrived at the office just before closing time. My friend figured I could work on the project alone without interruption while he went to a business dinner. On his way home he would come back to lock up. This would allow me a few hours to complete the manuals.

Working in the office after hours was kinda nice. It was quiet so I turned on the radio, took off my jacket and went to work. My friend had recently bragged to me about this top-of-the-line copier he had just purchased, so it was nice to get to use it. He told me that is was super fast and produced the best copies. In like no time I had the manuals copied, and put together. Waiting was never my strong point, I started to let my mind wonder. Hmmm..would it?..should I?...why not?? Have you ever thought about doing something that is so out of character for yourself? Well...this was sooo out of character for me, but I've seen it done in the movies so why not, right? It was NOW OR NEVER... so I hopped onto the copier.

I made sure I was lined up properly...giggles...Can't believe I am doing this!!! This is soo out of my character but I do need to live a little!! All I kept wondering was... How many Secretaries actually do this? I would imagine they must do this at least once in their career lifetime, right? Regardless...NO turning back now.

I was really starting to get into this, that the next thing I knew...my skirt was off!! It felt rather good to take a walk on the WILD side for a change. Laughing...I thought no one is going to believe this!! Thank Goodness I chose to wear my pretty red panties today!

Time started to fly by. Looking at the clock I knew that I was cutting it short but I wanted one last shot..I then quickly jumped off and hit the start button. After about a minute or two, the copier was still copying. I wondered what that was about, then looked at the machine. OH NO!! I must've hit the zero button a couple of time while hopping on or off the machine because it was making a 100 copies of each pose!!!

Copies were shooting out everywhere!! I started having a panic attack...what if my friend walked in?? I was pacing back and forth, looking at the copier. How do you stop this thing from printing??? Just then I heard the ping of the elevator doors...OMG!! What's a girl to do??

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Photos were taken by Korgi Lerwick

Fotocopier is available for sale at Fotoscope Island & on the MarketPlace https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/Fun-Fotocopier/1698835

Would you like a reading?

2010-11-13T15:48:00.000-06:00

ONE DAY ONLY:

READINGS BY GYPSY SCARLOT

THURSDAY AT FOTOSCOPE ISLAND

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With Halloween just passing and the release of ~*Hopscotch*~ Tarot Nibbler...Gypsy Scarlot decided to have a tarot card reading day. Luckily her friend, RedHeadedIrishGirl Brianna was around and she agreed to a sitting. Well, She sat bravely while Scarlot read her the cards. Conversation flowed and they talked for what seemed like hours.

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You really must check out these tarot cards...they are sooo colorful!! Not too mention they are quite tasty..nom nom!! You can get them at ~*Hopscotch*~. While you are there, check out all the other wonderful things created by Ms. Chandni Khondji.

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Happy Halloween!!

2010-10-31T12:07:00.001-05:00

Witchy Woman

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Raven hair, and ruby lips

Sparks fly from her fingertips

Echoed voices in the night
She's a restless spirit on an endless flight

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Ooh-hoo witchy woman

See how high she flies

Ooh-hoo witchy woman

She got the moon in her eyes

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She held me spellbound in the night

Dancing shadows, firelight

Crazy laughter in another room

And she drove herself to madness with a silver spoon

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Ooh-hoo witchy woman

See how high she flies

Ooh-hoo witchy woman

She got the moon in her eyes

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I know you want to love her

Let me tell you, my brother

She's been sleeping in the devil's bed

And there's some rumors going 'round,

That someone's under ground

She can lock you in the night

Til your skin turns red

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Ooh-hoo witchy woman

See how high she flies

Ooh-hoo witchy woman

She got the moon in her eye

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~Eagles

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**Photograph taken by Korgi Lerwick**

Pharmatopia

2010-08-05T14:36:00.000-05:00

This is my life...Pharmacy. Although I am not an actual Pharmacist, I am the next best thing..I am a RL Pharmacy Technician. A friend of mine, Gospel Voom, had told me about a build he was working on...a build called Phamatopia. The Pharmatopia project brings together ten pharmacy schools from around the world with the aim to assess the use of virtual worlds in teaching.

As a Pharmacy technician, I had to visit. I was very impressed with the build, also impressed with the teachings. The first stop was actually a lab that had to do with IV medications. The lab had a test to see what you know about making an IV medication. The next stop was the tablet lab, where you actually have to put on a gown, glasses and hair net. You are instructed to compound a tablet, then you run a series of tests on them...one of them being a test for hardness. While I was there, I did a few of the labs, and sat in on a conference...which I never get to do in RL... hahaha

After working a shift...I had to get a snack out of a hospital vending machine (soo glad they had Pepsi). Then, I did a little socializing...I tried to strike up conversations with the men on the sim. I think they were Pharmacists...cuz they were a little stiff (like the Pharmacists I work with..j/k). Anyway...it was an interesting afternoon. If you work in Pharmacy...I think it is worth your while to go check it out...if your not, go check it out anyway and see what a great builder Gos is.

Here is your helicopter to Pharmatopia http://slurl.com/secondlife/Pharmatopia/125/125/22/

Friendship Day ~ August 1, 2010

2010-08-01T04:28:00.000-05:00

"Every friend represents a world in us,

a world possibly not born until they arrive,

and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born."

~Anais Nin

Happy Friendship Day, Scarlotlanders!!!

In 1935, the United States Congress proclaimed the first Sunday of August as National Friendship Day. I first heard about it when I was in high school. We were able to buy our friends carnations and they would be delivered to them throughout the school day. It always made me feel really good to be able to see the smile on my friends face when they got one from me.

For as long as I can remember, my friends hold a special place in my heart. My Father died when I was young..and my Mother favored my Brother, so I clung to my friends for comfort. My friends became my family. They accepted me for the good, and the bad. Believe me, I am not the perfect friend. At times, I can be clingy (only cuz my family isn't)..I can be distant also (not believing I deserve friends)...but I do know..I always have time and an ear for my friends.

If you need me..I would drop almost anything (well not a baby though ..haha). I think I treat my friends how I want to be treated.

I want to take this time to say "Thank You" to those who have accepted me into their lives. I hope that I am the kind of friend that you need, and the kind that you want. I know that, at times, I may not be the easiest to get along with, but I do promise you that I will always be here for you, and I will always be true. You are precious to me!! I cherish you!!

Here are a few more friendship quotes that I feel should be shared today.

"It takes a long time to grow an old friend" ~John Leonard

"Friendship is like a perennial river which flows forever. It may change it's path but will never ever dry up." ~Pinaki Prasad Mohanty

"A friend is one who believes in you when you have ceased to believe in yourself." ~Unknown

"A Friend is someone who knows all about you and loves you anyway!!!!" ~Unknown

On this note....Spread happiness...tell your friends that you love them!! To all my friends out there...and to the friends who I've yet to meet...I love you!! Thank you for being you!!! *MUAH*

He asked...I said, "YES"!!!!!!!

2010-07-15T11:28:00.000-05:00

Hmmm...Most of you have heard the news, but I am going to tell you again!!! On Tuesday, July 13, 2010..Mr. Pat Kenaan aske me, Scarlot Verrazzano, to be his partner....of coarse, I said "YES, YES, YES"

Pat & I met one day while exploring. I was getting quite bored with my Second Life, so I thought I would start a hobby. I have always been interested in the photography side of SL, just didn't know where to start. I decided to explore various sims to practice taking some photos and play with windlight settings. I was at Fotoscope Island messing with the various poses that they have situated around the sim. I found a tree stump, sat down and started to read a book (ever see that pose)...anyway, this guy says..."Hello"..."I'm sorry, I didn't mean to disturb you". Needless to say we spent the rest of the afternoon together. We had a really nice time. We looked at Korgi's Gallery and even had a photo contest amongst ourselves. :)

Fast forward a couple of months ....Pat & I are owners of Thorndale Gallery. Pat had a vision, he shared it with me and together we made it come alive. It took a lot of hard work, and we work on it every day...but we know now that together we can accomplish anything.

Those of you who know Pat will agree that he is a sweetheart. He is always willing to help anyone, and is always friendly. There may be a side of Pat that you may not know, but I have been fortunate enough to get to know...and that is Pat as a teacher. Pat is so patient, kind, caring, the list is a mile long. One thing I know...he is genuine!! He encourages me and not just in a boyfriend kind of way. He encouraged me into writing these blogs, and will give me hints or suggestions as to how to make them my own. When I am in a mood...he has found a way to calm me down...and he doesn't always agree with my viewpoint (grrr) but he lets me be me.

Second Life is definitely looking up for me these days... with my friends, Thorndale Gallery, and now Pat as my SL Partner...it can only get better!! There is a saying... When you least expect it!! I never believed that...but I do now!! Thank you Pat for all you've brought into my Second Life!! You have made me soooo happy!! I LOVE YOU!!

Margaritas & Friendships

2010-07-10T20:22:00.000-05:00

What a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon...Margaritas with a good friend!! It has been awhile since my friend, Erica and I have gotten together. We both have significant others and time just seems to fly by. Well, it just so happened we both had time for a visit, so I flew over to her house (we live on the same sim). Whenever I sit around and talk to my friends, I'm always searching for new pictures. I love capturing a moment or two...and love sharing with friends what I see. Pictures speak a thousand words..and this one of me is saying...."a few more margaritas and I'm crawling home"

This is Erica. She is my neighbor. When I first moved into the Coco Falls Sim, she came over right away and welcomed me. Little did I know that she would eventually become one of my best friends. She has been here for me anytime I needed someone to talk to, given me advice when I have asked, and have gotten me to laugh when I needed it. I can't tell you how many times I have heard her say...you're a goof!! I love that!!! We had a good afternoon..drinking, laughing and sharing our lives. Never in a million years, would I have thought that SL would connect me to such great people.

As the sun was setting...and I was starting to slur my words (Margaritas remember?)...it was time for me to head home. For fear of flying off to never-never land, I decided to walk on home. On the walk home, it gave me time to reflect...I smiled...and thought how thankful I am to have such a friend..one that is family!!

Ahhhhh.....Vacation!!!!

2010-06-29T18:19:00.000-05:00

Pat and I have been working so much, with moving the Gallery and all, we finally had a few hours to take a much needed break. We decided to head on out to Hawaii since neither he nor I have been there. We were both pleasantly surprised. Right when you land, you are leid. How is that for service? (giggles-may just have to go there more often) Anyway, there is a butterfly ride at the landing point which will give you a tour of the Island. This was very nice and relaxing--and who don't LOVE butterflies! While your in the air, LOOK AROUND, there are so many activities to do. We windsurfed, rode in a canoe, floated on a raft in the ocean, and even rode on whales!! I seem to have lost the pictures of that ...but boy was it fun! As you can see, I even balanced myself on a rolling log...and believe me...if I can do it...so can you!! I am so uncoordinated. I run into walls all the time, ask anyone close to me!! hehehe

While on the canoes, Pat and I decided to have a little contest. Who can find Jack Sparrow first?? Well, as you can see....I won!! Shhhh...don't tell him, but I cheated!! I can't control those canoes, so I left it and flew to find Jack. I needed a little alone time with him...isn't he dreamy?? Be careful, he offers you a drink..who knows what he would do to you if you drank too many!! Don't say I didn't warn you!

When you want to slow it down and relax there are many things to do there. There are chairs on the docks and beaches. There are places just to be with your special someone. There is a beautiful waterfall with a rainbow!! You will have to go see for yourself.

Ya know...I grew up in a camping family. I learned the etiquette of being around a fire at an early age. What I failed to learn..as you can see in the photo above...NEVER GO NEAR A FIRE IN A GRASS SKIRT!! Luckily, the fire was very near the water and Pat was walking behind me! He pushed me until I was under the water....He's my Hero!!!

So...when you get a chance...head to Hawaii http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hawaii/73/122/26/ Oh..almost forgot to tell you....you can rez there...so take some poses and have a great time!! :)

Glance Style

2010-06-20T00:31:00.000-05:00

Today I got a chance to visit the New Glance Style Sim. They opened it early for bloggers, and since I am one, I signed up. The official opening will be June 20th at 1pm slt. This sim was built by Chloris Hathor, who is also the designer of Viva La Glam. The design is very detailed. The atmosphere is very pleasant and welcoming. The landing point is in the center of the Sim.

There is a water fountain, along with a river that runs through it. The

details are very nice. The doors to the shops are open, welcoming you in.

There are approximately 35 shops, including Nefertiti Kimagawa Mainstore, MEB Fashion, Mina Hair Fashion, Xposion, Anubis Style, Biaastice, Bolero Collection, Essential Soul, Indyra Originals, Naive, Purple Rose Jewelry, and Vanity Hair. Some shops have opening gifts.

Here I am standing in front of the MEB Fashion Shop. I am wearing the Cameron Purple Dress, which is their gift. Lots of nice things here at Glance Style!! The sim opens at 1pm slt with a party!! Bring your friends, have a good time!!

http://http//slurl.com/secondlife/Glance%20Style%20/213/116/28/

BBBC: Day 6 - Final Post

2010-06-18T02:08:00.000-05:00

Today's Topic: What did you get out of your experience?

Do you think it will change the way you blog in the future?

I want you to take a look at this picture...What do you see? I see the start of a new day, the awaking of Mother Earth. Others may see it as the end of a beautiful day. What I am saying is this is what I have gotten out of blogging this past week...we are all different. We all have our own viewpoint and we all see things differently.

I really looked forward to reading the different posts every day! It really gave me a better perception of who all of you are. It also let me know that it is okay to open up and speak what is on my mind. To not be afraid. Blogging is much like a photograph. There are different layers and it is up to you to decide what layers you show that particular day.

I hope by reading my blogs you will get a better understanding of the kind of person I am. You will see my true personality. And by all means, if you like what you read, please comment and please follow me. :) I will do the same. Until my next post...I hope you dance!!

Oh, and I want to thank Alicia for letting me participate in this Challenge. It really has helped me. :)

BBBC : Day 5 --What's in a name??

2010-06-17T04:32:00.000-05:00

What's in a name??

Today is free day on the Big Bad Blogger Challenge. Meaning we are free to write anything that comes to mind. Well...have I got lots to talk about...

Those who know me well, know that I am a Co-Owner of Lochlann Gallery- a SL Art Gallery. We are fairly new since we have only had our Grand Opening on June 1st. We display SL Photographs and SL Artwork. We have a great collection right now. Many of my fellow SL friends, and fellow Plurkers are featured.

Pat had the opportunity to build this gallery on school funded land. We built an amazing place, had our Grand Opening Party and then about a week later by accident the land owner auto-returned it to us. Our Gallery was a skybox, and she thought it would be great to put us on some of the land. She was trying to divide the land..and pressed that magical return button. Pat was off line at the time...I was relaxing on the Sol Mananero Sim...taking some pics for our blog..when I started getting boxes and boxes back....OMG...I had no idea what was happening. I started having a panic attack!! All I could think of was all the hard work and hours it took to put it all together. Well, I got an IM from her apologizing...I told her not to worry about it, that things happen. She explained about giving us land space...I stopped worrying and grew excited. My mind started racing thinking of all the possibilities.

Well, a few days later we were given our piece of land for Lochlann Gallery. Along with a notecard stating the covenant she wished. She wished that the buildings on the land would have the "old world" feeling. Well, for those who have been to the Gallery, you know that our building would not fit into this theme. She had also cut our prim count quite drastically, so those ideas in my head were automatically silenced. With this being said, Pat and I made an executive decision to move the Gallery.

We have moved the Gallery to a beautiful parcel. The Gallery is still a skybox, only cuz it was soo large. We put it on the ground and it took up the whole parcel. But....we did change a few things, and we now have a garden dance area on the ground where we will have special events. They say things happen for a reason. This was a disaster at first, but now it is a true blessing.

So, what's in a name? Our gallery was called Lochlann Gallery due to the fact that we were located on Lochlann. Well, now since we moved, it seems a little silly. We are currently looking for a new name for our "baby." I am thinking that we should stay clear of land names. We could really use your help...if you know of a great name...please IM Pat Kenaan or myself and give us your suggestion.

Oh...and be on the look-out!!! I'm thinking another party is in the making...don't have dates or times yet but....you will want to be there!! Take care & come see us!!

BBBC Challenge: Day 4 --Age--

2010-06-16T09:33:00.000-05:00

Today's Topic: Is your avatar more or less your current biological age?

Do you portray a younger avatar or older? Why is this?

Second life is a place that you can be any age you would like to be. Pick a number and it's yours. There are skins that make you look 12, or perhaps 52. Many people change up for many reasons: fantasy, photos, or just like being younger. Some say they are younger in hopes of meeting an online mate (thinking the person is young themselves). Whatever the case my be, my feeling are...Age is nothing but a number!!!

I have met some people that will not tell you their rl age, and then some really don't care either way. In RL, I am usually in the middle..I have older friends, and younger. In SL, it is really the same way for me. Friendship happens when you enjoy the company of someone else, whether you are exploring, dancing, or just sitting around talking.

I am currently 40 years old. I like to think that my avatar is a similar age. She has a lot of things going for her like I do in real life. She has a purpose (Gallery Co-wner)- job, she owns real estate -a home, she has pets -responsibility, and she has many different circles of friends. She also, like myself, likes to have fun. Just the other day, I dressed in my teddy bear avatar and went friend visiting...well one of my friend's friends changed into a wolf avatar..and started chasing my teddy around...OMG..I was laughing soo hard!! (Nearly wet my shorts) I have been involved in other silly things, and that is ok...laughter keeps me young!!

So my feelings...don't get so hung up on age..you just may loss out on a great relationship or fantastic memories!!

BBBC: Day 3

2010-06-15T23:24:00.000-05:00

Today's Topic : All about Relationships

Today, I choose to write about one of my very, very good friends here in Second Life. We have been friends since I first rezzed her in this crazy world. She had been here much longer than I, the day we met. She guided me, taught me, and encouraged me. We remain great friends to this day.

On the day we met, I managed to teleport onto her land (don't ask me how) and for some reason I was messing with my hair. I must've thought that I could rez boxes anywhere. Well, needless to say, I left my hair on her land. She is very prim conscience, so she IM'd me, (we all know hair is very very primy), told me that I had left my hair....and that she would return it to me and that it would be in my lost & found. All I heard was....blah blah blah hair blah. Not because she wasn't speaking English, she was, but because I was sooo new!! She took the time to explain to me in detail what I needed to know. We had some many laughs when I tried to walk, or fly...I crashed into things over and over. Most of the time she would save me by teleporting me out of the place I was stuck. To this day, we still laugh at what a mess I was. One day, she tried to explain how to fix hair (ya know when there is that one piece that falls in the wrong spot?) ..boy did that take forever! Oh..I could go on and on with the stories, but I am sure you all have them.

Since that day, she has been a true friend. Whenever I have a question, or just need to talk she is always there for me. She is what keeps me coming back! Second Life is not about the houses or land you own, or the business you have...it is about the relationships you build!! Connecting with people, I think is what Second Life is about...at least that is why I am here!!

I want to thank LillyMar for being my friend, my first SL friend!!
Thank you for showing me the ropes!!
Thank you for being you!!
xoxoxo

Big Bad Blogger Challenge: Day 2

2010-06-14T22:41:00.000-05:00

Topic Question: List 3 Postitive things about your Second life/Real Life

I've had so many positive things happen for me in my Second Life lately, I am not really sure where to start. But I will....

First of all...Friends!!...the picture is a collage of some of the people that have made my second life a great experience. These people have touched my life in so many ways. Many of them I have laughed with almost to the point of wetting myself, some have witnessed plenty of my virtual tears. Each of these people ( plus some that aren't pictured-they know who they are) mean the world to me. I could not imagine my second life without them. Thanks guys!!

Second...Lochlann Gallery!! ..You can NOT imagine how much joy I get out of this creation. This is a dream. Who would've thought that I could help put such a place together. Second Life Photography is simply amazing! How people can be so creative is beyond me! I am so glad that we have put together a place to show what can be done. We have sooo many ideas!! If you have any ideas please...let me know!!!

Last but not least....Pat!!...He is the most positive man. He always had a kind word. He has such patience with me. He always has a way of boosting my confidence. He has brought joy into my second life. Before I met him, I was ready to quit...he gave me a purpose. Ask anyone who knows him..I speak the truth when it comes to this man!! This is why he is special to me.

The Big Bad Blogger Challenge 2010

2010-06-13T17:45:00.000-05:00

I am a fairly new blogger, and I am also a plurker. While I was going through my timeline I came across the mention of a Big Bad Blogger Challenge 2010. I was intrigued, so I im'd Alicia Cheneaux in world to find out the details. Basically, it is a challenge for all bloggers to post a blog every day for a week. She will give a question to answer, or you can just blog about anything. In a nutshell, it is a challenge for bloggers to continue what they do. We all love a challenge, don't we?

Today's Topic: Why did you become a blogger? How has it enriched your life?

Hmmm, to be quite honest, I am not sure. I know that since I've joined SL a year ago, I have read so many blogs and find them very interesting. I love the fact that I could scroll through the blogs (especially the fashion blogs) and find out where I can find items to improve my avatar. Then there are times when I scroll through them and laugh, seeing the silly things my friends do.

Here is Scarlot before she read fashion blogs....

and then look at the profile shot. Much better, huh?

Has blogging enriched my life? To be honest, not so much. I am just starting this blogging thing. I am also computer illiterate, so creating a page, adding pictures, and posting a blog takes me like forever and is quite challenging. I entered this challenge in hopes that it will make me a better blogger. Fashion is not my thing (that is why I read all of your blogs). I hope I find my creativeness in me to keep you entertained. I can be quite funny in RL if I wanted. If you leave my blog page with a smile on your face or a warm feeling in your heart, I will know that I have succeeded. Happy Blogging & Thanks for giving me inspiration to try something new!!

SL Wedding

2010-06-11T18:32:00.001-05:00

Tim & Yannah

On Thursday, June 10, 2010, my good friend, Yannah married

her man, Tim. I was invited and attended the wedding. It was very

beautiful. She looked so lovely. The used traditional vows and also

wrote their own. Tim's vows were on the humorous side. He mentioned that

he would now have to listen & love her 80's music. Yannah's vows

were more of the lovey dovey kind. Those are the kind that

weddings are made with. :)

I want to wish Tim & Yannah a very happy SLife together.

They make a beautiful couple!!

Congrats Tim & Yannah Fetiocci

Time for thinking

2010-06-10T21:31:00.000-05:00

The last few days have been simply chaotic for me!!

I am finally taking time out for myself. I am trying this new Yoga pad I purchased, hopefully it won't be like all the other exercise equiptment that I have my clean laundry hanging on. I decided to put this one outside on my deck, since that is where I most like to be. Outside.

If any of you decide to stop by the gallery, don't worry. We did NOT close shop! Our landlady, Marla, decided to section off her mainland so that she could give us a piece of it... and in doing so accidently hit that auto-return button. Needless to say...I totally had a panic attack when I get a notice saying items were being returned to me from Lochlann. As soon as Marla divies up the land we will be back in business. Although, I am feeling happy to have a little free time to catch up on me.

Did I tell you that I had a REZ day?? Yep, this girl has been here a year already! Amazing how time just flies. Sometimes I sit back and just smile. I smile because I think about all the friends I have made in SL. Friends all over the world. How neat is that? One of my best friends live in the UK!!! In my rl...that would never happen. Thank you friends for being who you are!! I love you all :)

2010-06-06T05:02:00.000-05:00

Greetings Everyone~
Welcome to Scarlotland!

Wow!! I can't believe a year has past since I first rezzed into this world called Second Life. Time sure does fly in this little virtual world. This blog will tell my tales, share my laughter and I am sure will show some of my tears.

I found SL through an rl ex-boyfriend. He showed me that there is a place where I can be anyone I wanted to be, do anything I want to do. He and I didn't work out... but I found a place that I love to be, and found many friends that have touched my life in so many ways.

This blog will show you all about my life, my friends, and my world. Welcome to my world, welcome to Scarlotland!!