As a child, time has no real meaning. There are no deadlines or worries. You are supposed to be a kid. Explore and learn is what you are meant to do. As a teenager, time still has little value as days are spent without the boundaries of your immediate space and living for the moment without thinking of consequences. In early adulthood, you begin to realize that time has value and start thinking about your past experiences that have shaped you to this point. In your mid-20s, you think you may have life figured out, but you still have much to learn. 30’s you see yourself thinking about the future. Maybe by this time you are a parent, married… watching your parents get older and reminiscing about easier days when life didn’t have as much responsibility. 40’s you begin to look back at your youth and realize you’ve made choices that put you on a harsher path than if you had taken a different route. If by this age, you are content and happy, that is a good thing, but it doesn’t mean you have dodged curveballs that could throw your life into a spiral and leave you to rebuild, choose a different path, or remain stagnant and stuck in a life you really didn’t see yourself in.
Time. It is the only thing in this world you cannot get back, nor can you buy it back with any amount of money. Foolish people seek the mythical fountain of youth by way of vanity, but forget that inside you are moving closer to death. That is the only certainty in life. It may seem morbid or dark to spill the words on a page as time passes by, but it’s truth at it’s finest. We may want to wait for the right time for tough discussions, changes, doing better for ourselves, but it all comes right back to the same thing…. Time.
How much of it do we really have? Have we made peace with ourselves yet? Apologized to those we have wronged. Made amends with our past. Is are heart in the right place? Lots to consider as the clock continues the pass like sand slowly pouring in an hourglass.
Tick tock… tick tock… shall we watch and wait until the last grain of sand drops?
Now is the time to reassess our lives. Don't wait until the last minute to find that new job, set goals for yourself, or even open your heart and let love in once again.
We all carry our emotions differently, but we are all on the same path of the unknown. Let's not wait until it is too late to live. Find true love or just be happy deep within our souls.
That is the true meaning of life. Our journey is a test with no grade. Who is the judge of our greatest self? Is it our religion? Lack of belief? The opinions of others or the silence of those who watch from a distance to see if we fail. It’s funny how many are quick to judge, look down upon others, and pick and choose who to help.. Or even hurt.
Each one of us has a story to tell that spans back to the beginning of time. Through our family histories, as far back as the stories have been passed down through generations. Do we really know the whole story or just the bits and pieces that favored the storyteller? We shall never know.
Tick tock… tick tock, the clock keeps ticking until it stops, and we return to the beginning, where it all began. Time.
Creative writing is a talent. Writing from the soul is a gift.-L.J
Featuring Wolfie Starfire | L$5000 Music Prize | Sponsored by SecondLife.music 
Gather ‘round, friends and music lovers — it’s time to celebrate community, creativity, and gratitude at the SL Enquirer Open Mic Auditions: Friendsgiving Edition! Join us on Sunday, November 9th for a heartwarming day of live performances, laughter, and the spirit of togetherness that makes Second Life’s music scene truly special.
Whether you’re a soulful singer, a talented troubadour, or just someone who loves good tunes and good company, this open mic is your stage to shine. Share your music, your stories, and your thanks — and you could walk away with L$5000 and a featured spotlight in the SL Enquirer!
Your gracious hosts:
Presented by SecondLife.music, this event is all about giving thanks for the incredible artists, listeners, and friends who make the virtual world come alive with song. It’s more than a show — it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and the friendships forged through music.
Prize:
L$5000 + SL Enquirer Feature for the most outstanding performer
So grab your friends, tune up your instruments, and bring your gratitude and groove. Whether you perform or cheer from the crowd, this is one event where everyone belongs at the table.
Sunday, November 9 | 11 AM – 2 PM SLT
Let’s raise a glass to friendship, music, and the magic of Second Life — together! 
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Hear ye, hear ye! The kingdom of music gathers once more for a night of majesty, melody, and might! On Sunday, September 28th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM SLT, the SL Enquirer Open Mic Songwriter Auditions return for their grand one-year anniversary celebration — a festival of sound and spectacle fit for royalty.
From the humblest minstrel to the boldest troubadour, all are invited to grace the royal stage. Perform your original ballads, soaring anthems, or stirring covers before a court of fellow citizens, as you vie for the crown: L$5000 in gold (Linden) and a featured spotlight in the SL Enquirer.
This special anniversary edition is brought forth by SecondLife.music, a grand house devoted to elevating the voices of musicians across the grid. With their banner flying high, this jubilee of sound will shine brighter than ever before.
So don thy finest robes (or best rockstar gear), tune thy lute (or guitar), and prepare to enchant the crowd. This night belongs to the bold, the creative, and the true rulers of song.
The trumpets sound, the banners fly, and the stage awaits its champions.
Featuring Wolfie Starfire | L$5000 Grand Prize | Sponsored by SecondLife.music 
Sharpen those pencils, dust off your backpack, and get ready to school the competition — the SL Enquirer Open Mic Songwriter Auditions are back in session! Join us on Thursday, August 28th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM SLT for a night of top-tier talent, fresh energy, and music that makes the grade.
The bell’s ringing, the crowd’s waiting… and the stage is calling your name.
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