The hardest things are always said last… ( going on hiatus ).

As I push the 100 and something blog post threshold I feel myself losing interest. Perhaps it has a little to do with how hectic/busy my rl has gotten since this semester’s began. Like for example, I took pictures last week and I am not entirely satisfied with them but, I figured to achieve the ‘looks’ I want, I’d need to dedicate more time to the process… more time, which, I certainly don’t have.

So, what’s the basis of all this? Is it a subtle hint into the near future? Maybe… because, as it is this year will be an eventful one. I am graduating in the summer and making plans for grad school or pursuing a second degree. I’ll be leaning towards the latter but, I am certain my performance by the end of this semester will be the defining factor all around.

Oh, and not to mention, I’ll be moving in less than a month. Now, not to put my entire reallife out there because, I’ve always strived to maintain a certain amount of anonymity but, I think it is important everyone who cares understands the reasons behind my prolonged absences hence! the explanation…out of respect mostly… Because, I just think it’s rude to disappear without a word and not to the mention, the speculations that might arise as some people have no problem blatantly impersonating others ( e.g the never ending copybot crisis and the things in between) ~ of course, that’s another story for another blog post.

Anyway, I hope you’ve enjoyed my short ado about absences!. When I am officially back, you’ll be the first to know!

and as always,
xoxo
~Mia

Video :: Heartbreak warfare by John Mayer
Lightning strikes
Inside my chest to keep me up at night
Dream of ways
To make you understand my pain

Clouds of sulfur in the air
Bombs are falling everywhere
It’s heartbreak warfare
Once you want it to begin,
No one really ever wins
In heartbreak warfare

If you want more love,
why don’t you say so?”

You used to be happy, try!

Windlight settings :: [TOR] SUNSET – Pink sink

Hello, dear friends,

Usedtobehappy

If I could go on a rant about the things that annoy me in the secondlife design community I could go on and on about how much copybotting, lack of originality and lack of respect keeps gnawing away at the essence and integrity of our fashion community.

We all have a part to play in making all this fun, imagine what it would be like if we all cooperated with each other? Drop the copy botting, search harder for original ideas… just imagine.

You’re probably wondering where all this has stemmed from. Well, part of it has to do with this skin from (love) which I blogged about a few days ago HERE. As you’ll notice, the item is no longer available at Mae Liamano’s store. I was curious as to what had happened to it and why it was no longer available. It turns out that the seller of the templates which Mae had purchased was later banned for selling copybotted templates causing a series of domino effects, Mae’s skin being one of the victims. Imagine how disheartening this was to me, especially since I had literally spent months searching for a skin I liked with no luck. And as I finally find one it turns out to be too good to be true.*shrugs* Will I stop wearing this skin though? No, at least not until I find another skin to replace this one because, though it’s background is unfortunately shady, that doesn’t take anything away from the work, time and effort Mae put into the skin and of course I refuse to waste the L I spent on it. So there, judge me if you like but, at least I’d be judged in a pretty skin :)

Another sad situation, is this unfortunate incident going on, on flickr concerning a blogger, a designer and copybotting ( please take the time to read this if you are a designer ).

READ IT! and HELP ME!
(click the image to see the thread.)

I do hope that in time things will slowly change, I believe sl has so much potential. Anyway, enough with the sob stories. Here’s my look for the day;

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enjoy,
and as always,
xoxo
Mia

What I am wearing;
Pose :: Francesca pose 06 AUSHKA $ CO
Lace Blouse :: Claven Lace Blouse in ANTIQUE by [W&B] (Whippet & Buck)
Skirt :: Nomad Skirt in Vintage Floral by *League*
Fringe Top :: Fringe top in pure by Izzie’s
Cardigan :: Indian cardigan Jacket by [ 2byte ]
Gloves :: Leather Gloves in *cocoa* by (5th&Oxford)
Makeup :: Simple Line+ Blush by La Malvada Mujer
Freckles :: Freckles Tatoo Layer ( came with skin pack) by *YS&YS* (Your skin & your shape )
Eyelashes :: NoAlpha Lashes in N15 by Miamai
Necklace :: Wanderer in -Oak- Necklace -4 Discs by *League*
Scarf :: FRINGE SCARF in leafy by MIEL
Hair :: Soft in Blonde 01 by [e] (elikatira)
Skin :: Emma Medium (lt eyebrows) by (love) skin ( no longer available )
Eyes :: Light Sensitive/Basic in Ice by .ID. ( .Insufferable Dastard. )
Shape :: Mine

Video :: Battle by Colbie Caillat

Cause this is a battle
and its your final last call
it was a trial, you made a mistake, we know
but why arent you sorry, why arent you sorry, why?
this can be better, you used to be happy, try!


Maybe we’ll be friends?

Windlight settings :: [TOR] Sunset – pinker by Torley linden <3.

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So, it’s true I tend to get a tad bit over-excited about things coupled with slight enthusiasm about little things but, that’s what you love about me the most right? Right. Anyway, 3636 re-opened last week and sent out this awesome hair I’ve been wearing for the past few days out to their subscribers!!. I can’t seem to wanna wear anything else regardless of how dramatic it seems. I think I also love how well it pairs up with my wreath from wishbox. Sighs* good times. * Goes back to dreaming about bunnies and stuff*. :D

Anyway, on to the look of today,
xoxo,
Mia.

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What I am wearing:
Tears :: Tears 2 by {.:MuNiQuE:.}
Dream bubble :: Rainbowy Nimbus by Static
Mouth shadow :: by [EY:NO]
Flower wreath :: Happy Foibles Wreath in (Pink) by [Wishbox]
Hair :: Gigi in Blonde by 3636 ( Free subscribe gift )
Dress :: to one lounge Godetia dress by Tram
Bangle set :: Milky Way Bangle in Polly white by [MANDALA]
Necklace :: MILKY WAY in POLLY WHITE by [MANDALA]
Gloves :: Leather Gloves in *cocoa* by (5th&Oxford) ( closing sale )
Bag :: My satchel by (Milk Motion) ( dressing room )
Garters & socks :: Belinda in *truffle* by {Luxuria} ( from 5th & oxford store )
Boots :: RITA in Chestnut by .: vive9 :.
LipColor :: Glossy Princess Rehab by PIDIDDLE
Eyes :: Lunar in Lettuce Large by <<< np >>>
Pose :: Doll Salute! by Power spot ( Free join ” My trampoline heart ” to get it )

Video :: Never let you go by Third Eye Blind

I never let you turn around, your back on each other
That’s a good idea, break a promise to your mother
Turn around your back on each other

Coming undone.

Windlight setting :: StrawberrySinghDotComOnyx
Location :: Delicatessen
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The most exciting thing about sl is dressing up like this and walking around without anyone giving you a ‘second look”. Another exciting part is finding the perfect “scene” when it comes to taking pictures. One of my favorite blogs to visit for scenery inspirations is avatar’s in motion. I have to admit, in my opinion, her blog is one of the most beautiful blogs I’ve ever come across.

Anyway, on to the look of the day- If I haven’t already creeped you out and scared you off-. I am having a blast with the makeup pack I picked up from Nuuna Skins’ store. If you’re into this stuff like I am, go visit her store and have fun drooling as much as I did.

Coming undone ( pt. 2)

Also, I got that dress a while back and absolutely loved it, except I am pretty sure it would look pretty odd with an overly active ao. Luckily it comes with two alpha layer options so your legs don’t pop out as you walk. And it has a few other options ( shorter and so on) Pretty awesome right? I have to admit, Violent seduction has a number of well made items!.

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xoxo,
Mia.

What I am wearing:
Skin :: Lavender (04 Medium) by the body co.
Rings :: SINRA NAIL set in black by MANDALA
Eyeliner ::Warhol’s Muse Eyeshadow in baby blue by Cheap Makeup
Teeth Layer :: Parted lips in #6 by Tuli
Black Facepaint :: Nuuna’s tatto layer makeups v7 #10 by Nuuna’s Skins
Eyes :: Lunar EYES in Water Large by <<< np >>>
LipColor :: Glossy I have a Secret by PIDIDDLE
Dress :: Muse set by Violent Seduction
Jacket :: from the “Lost in the night set” by * May’s Soul*
Crown :: Phoenix Resurrection set by -Phoenix Rising-
Hair :: RYKIEL hair in Powder by [LeLutka]
Clutch :: A01. in white by (MN)redesigns
Nails :: Longest nails in BLACK by Mstyle
Wings :: broken wing left by Vampire Ultsch ( discontinued )
Pose :: bag pose from an unpacked boxed item ( you probably have some in your inventory :D )

Video :: Korn – Coming undone.

“I find my demons are my friends
Getting me in the end
They’re out to get me”

Let’s paint our faces.

Today, I wanna be young again. Not young, like young, but young like a kid. I think back to when I was a little kid. I had zero responsibilities aside from making sure I brushed my teeth at night and giving mom and dad a kiss before I went to bed. Sometimes things get so overwhelming and I’ve found that my escapism is sleep or music. What’s your escapism?

Let's play house.


What baby Munchkin is wearing
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Socks :: Ruffle Socks by *G Field* (old gift)
Dress :: 2010 Holiday Dress by *G Field* (old gift)
Shoes :: Platform Shoes “Rosette” by *G Field* (old gift)
Skin :: Elly – Amaterasu by Pink Fuel
Nails :: Twinklestar by *pulcino*
Scarf :: winter scarf by .:DaMa:. (old gift)
Shape :: mine

When you are ready to build a bridge and cross it.

I saved that title. Because, I knew this day would come. Oh go ahead, and accuse me of being a pessimist! But frankly truth is; good things don’t last.
I know, welcome to the oddities of my life. Break ups do happen. So without getting into so much detail revolving around my personal life in sl or outside here’s a little breakup outfit.

∫Build a bridge and cross it.

When you’re over him and you’re moving on… because strong women don’t just sit in the corner and cry our eyes out. We go party! and get wasted! duh!

So out of spite, I went for a soft pink colored dress. I’m trying to decide if I should wait for the night before valentines to go party my heart out, just so I get to sleep in on Valentines day and as a result miss the ridiculously redundant mushy “I love you candy hearts” that seem to float across the planet on this cursed day.

For dresses like this you just have to go to Luck inc. It’s not played out yet. And he just knows how he wants his women to look.

What I’ve got on!
Dress :: Tease dress in cherry blossom pink by Luck inc
Shoes :: Angelic Lefevre Couture by *MOI HEELS (see marketplace)
Piercings :: Eternal piercing by HOD
Accessories :: Bracelet and garter from LOULOU&CO
Makeup :: Kitty Makeup kit by Glamorize

In other news;
Things that make me wanna cry; Matching sculpty shoes skin!

When we kill paradise.

Song playing :: Beautiful colors by kill paradise.

Sometimes when we get so engulfed in something we find flaws unexpectedly and that’s when your heart drops and you feel a lot more disappointed than you normally would.

Here’s my case in point; I was prancing around sl with this beautiful number, another one of Phoenix Rising’s imaculate pieces (see here and here) and I kept noticing an odd green strip of fabric that just wouldn’t blend nicely with the other prims. I clicked around a bit and viola! found the culprit. For some reason unbeknown to me the creator must have forgotten to add on the right texture. Here’s a screen cap of what I mean.

Edit: For those who haven’t looked at the screencap carefully. It is not a tinting issue. It’s an entirely different texture. If you look closely you can see the color cube tinted to brown .. and now take a look at the texture cube… it’s an entirely different texture from the others… so that explains the green color on the prim and the fact that it obviously wouldn’t just blend in. Hope that explains any confusions. If it were something that was easily tint-able I would have fixed it and then blogged the fix. But this is a different texture.

Update

 

Phoenixrising

This disheartens me a lot especially since you guys know how much I love Phoenix Rising. Sighs.. anyway, on to the remaining fabulousness left in this gown.

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What I was wearing;
Makeup :: Day Job – Lips Blush Eyes by .:Glamorize:.
Outfit :: Leilani’s Elegance (Masked Affair) (Bronze) by -Phoenix Rising-
Hair Accessories :: Hibiscus Hair Accesories (Pink) by *~ DT ~*
Shoes :: (Not shown here) SEDUCTION XtremeHeel “Gold” by N-core
Hair :: Amber (jewelry fit) – Caramel by Maitreya
Pose (s) :: from the 2ND DELUXE HUNT / item#4 (there is a whole pack) by R.icielli
and a pose set from [croire]
Location :: Gift of love

These silent hearts, we hold within our hands.

Hello My lovelies,
Another day of my new found gown obsession. I have Phoenix Rising to blame for this!. She has an on-going sale. So cheap I am almost too embarrassed to tell you. It cost almost nothing to look this good!. But, the woman deserves the recognition for her stunning gowns. So, Ms Ashoka Eales, if you are out there listening. I love you, I love you, and I love you.

And in other news, I recently acquired a mini-elevated stunning island which is where I am coming to you live today. Thanks to the amazing prices I found with yourHOME, (check them out on marketplace).

Once I complete my setup, I’ll be sharing more pictures of my home in world with everyone. In the meantime enjoy this beautiful number by Phoenix Rising.

Silenthearts

What I am wearing today;
Gown :: Frilled by Phoenix Rising
Hair :: Later in Blonde 01 by [e]
Shoes :: Move Pumps in Pearl by [e] (not shown here)
Earrings :: Pearl Rain by Mandala
Nails :: Sinra 2 by Mandala
Eyelashes :: Irresistible Look by Crissy Designs
Pose :: pose006 by [Luce.]