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Sunday, November 29, 2020

SLE Police Reports- BREAKING NEWS! Beware of the Desperate potato packin half assed womanizer!

 


Second Life- 11/29/2020

During a concert at Terry’s Place on Sunday evening an outfit confused avatar by the name of TheEliteAlpha committed the shameful act of hitting on women who were dancing with their significant others.  This clown claimed to (BLEEP) their wives and show their husbands proof amongst other buffoonery claims. With nearly 2 years under his belt he still cannot complete a single outfit and totally went balls to the wall trying to be a two pump chump and not being able to make a slam dunk. If you see this clown at your venue please show him the door before he embarrasses himself any further.


Victim #1


[18:36] TheEliteAlpha Resident: quite the outfit

[18:37] Victim #1: Thank you my hubby got it for me

[18:39] TheEliteAlpha Resident: what can i say

[18:39] TheEliteAlpha Resident: guys got good taste

[18:39] TheEliteAlpha Resident: in more things than clothes 2

[18:40] Victim #1: tell him that

[18:41] TheEliteAlpha Resident: men dont interest me


[2020/11/29 18:40]  Victim #1’s Hubby: you want the store I got the outfit for my wife?

[2020/11/29 18:41]  Victim #1's Hubby: why not move along to someone who is wanting a person like you to randomly hit on them

[2020/11/29 18:42]TheEliteAlpha Resident: the thrill of it

[2020/11/29 18:42]  TheEliteAlpha Resident: excites me

[2020/11/29 18:43]Victim #1’s Hubby: laughs you realize my wife is showing me the whole chat Mr I am not into guys

[2020/11/29 18:43]  Victim #1's Hubby: well that is nice, try wearing one pair of clothing it might help, I mean two pairs of shoes and two pants, you look like an idiot But hey good luck in your random "excitable" 12 year old boy ways

[2020/11/29 18:44]  TheEliteAlpha Resident: i could have come here naked and gotten more women here than you

[2020/11/29 18:44]  TheEliteAlpha Resident: your wife is next

[2020/11/29 18:44]  TheEliteAlpha Resident: bitch

[2020/11/29 18:44]  Victim #1's Hubby: wow that is an accomplishment

[2020/11/29 18:44] Victim #1's Hubby: LOL

[2020/11/29 18:44]  Victim #1's Hubby: kid you have issues, you should get some help

[2020/11/29 18:44]  TheEliteAlpha Resident: it will be when shes moaning to my cock wont it

[2020/11/29 18:45]  Victim #1's Hubby: LOL ok child, delusions are a great thing

[2020/11/29 18:45]  Victim #1's Hubby: too funny

[2020/11/29 18:46]  TheEliteAlpha Resident: wait for the proof of me (BLEEPING) her. i sware to you its coming

[2020/11/29 18:46]  Victim #1’s Hubby: ok studly, you have fun in your dreams

[2020/11/29 18:48]  TheEliteAlpha Resident: be careful who you insult, especially if he tells you he gets off to (BLEEPING) with other guys girls. it probably means hes not to be (BLEEPED) with

[2020/11/29 18:48]  Victim #1’s Hubby: So scary keyboard warrior LOL BTW Read about sexual threats in Linden TOS studly

[2020/11/29 18:49] Victim #1’s Hubby: oh that is a threat of something of importance? Child go play your little games elsewhere.



Victim #2

[18:07] TheEliteAlpha Resident: quite the moves

[18:08] Victim #2: thank you

[18:10] TheEliteAlpha Resident: my pleasure

[18:12] TheEliteAlpha Resident: (Victim #2’s Name) is it

[18:27] TheEliteAlpha Resident: its just i was having difficulty deciding if your name were lovelier

[18:27] TheEliteAlpha Resident: or your face


Victim #3

[18:37] TheEliteAlpha Resident: nice moves [18:37] Victim #3: thank you :) lol [19:40] TheEliteAlpha: my pleasure [19:40] TheEliteAlpha: (victim#3's name) was it [19:41] Victim #3: yes [19:44] TheEliteAlpha: cant decide if your name is cuter [19:44] TheEliteAlpha: or your face [19:44] TheEliteAlpha: tough choice haha


THIS WEEK AT CHAMPAGNE November 29th- December 4th

******* THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE OF EVENTS *******

THIS WEEK AT CHAMPAGNE
November 29 - December 4
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SUNDAY ~
ROCK OF AGES ~ DJ ROBO ~ BLUES ROOM ~ 6-8 PM
GAME NIGHT ~ EVERYBODY ~ ZENSATIONAL ~ 8-10 PM

MONDAY
MUSIC AND MADLIBS ~ DJ ZEN ~ THE GLASS ~ 8-10 PM

TUESDAY ~
ROCK AND ROMANCE ~ DJ ROBO ~ THE GLASS ~ 8-10 PM

WEDNESDAY ~
TANGLED UP IN BLUES ~ DJ ZEN ~ THE BLUES ROOM ~ 8-10 PM

THURSDAY ~
SASSY UK LASS ~ DJ KRISS ~ PORTALS ~ 2-4 PM
BECCA IN THE BALLROOM ~ DJ BECCA ~ THE GLASS ~ 6-8 PM
THE MOOD IS BLUES ~ DJ GRIZZ ~ THE BLUES ROOM ~ 8-10 PM

FRIDAY ~
SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT ~ DJ SUGAREE ~ THE GLASS ~ 8-10 PM


 ********  ABOUT US  ******

The Venues of Champagne are an intimate, elegant group of five venues.
 
    -- Champagne is an exquisite, formal ballroom set in a champagne glass.

    -- Zensational is a low-lag game room.

    --The Blues Room is a cozy and casual room that hosts rock and blues sets.  

    --Waves is our beach venue that is used for fishing, parties, special events, and a wide array of musical genres.

    --Portals is our artistic, hip, masterpiece venue, a coffee house that is timeless, ageless, and host to all manner of DJs and live acts.
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Every day, we collaborate, our venues and our staff.  DJs bring their groups to TVoC. TVoC advertises all DJs' sets with group notices, event postings, group chats, and more. Together we build our events.  

TVoC's daily events are cozy gatherings. We lack the lag so common to many SL clubs.  Move around our venues with ease!  We take pride in having no club robots, no animesh figures, no paid guests, and no alts.   No fabrications or gimmicks here, only good music, real people, and genuine conversation.

Our center, our focus, our heart: the music and the Guests. TVoC is a great space for DJs, Hosts, Anyone to relax, unwind, and breathe.  Escape the bustle, noise, and lag.  Find the warm and genuine side of SL, come to The Venues of Champagne.  Where we are all friends, and friends are all family.

Saturday, November 28, 2020

ONE-ON-ONE MODELING AGENCY DEMOs FALL FASHIONS

 


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

ONE-ON-ONE MODELING AGENCY DEMOs FALL FASHIONS

One on One Modeling Agency is proud to announce Egyptian Dreams, an exclusive runway debut of The Memphis Collection, the newest creations from famed vintage fashion designer Sonatta Morales. Morales’ latest work can be seen on the runway for the very first time on Sunday the 29th of November at 10:30 am SLT, displayed against the picturesque, golden sands of Egypt, the gift of the Nile.

Sonatta Morales began her brand in 2008, specializing in vintage glamour and inspired by the elegance of the silver screen stars of the past. A true artist of design, she brings her own prints and textures to the classic shapes of vintage couture, thus adding exclusivity and unique character to her creations. 

In The Memphis Collection, Morales spins the tale of Jeanne, a bold Frenchwoman who departs from the cold, wintry weather of Paris for an exotic cruise down the Nile. Through her adventure, Jeanne discovers all of the beauty and colors of Ancient Egypt, with its mysterious desert and dreamlike landscape. Does Jeanne find romance? Intrigue? What awaits her on her adventure?  One on One Modeling Agency delights in breathing life into Jeanne and the brilliant creations of Sonatta Morales, bringing this journey to you in full living color on our runway in this romantic, one-of-a-kind vintage fashion extravaganza.


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thera D Comeback Gig - Dec 5th


On December 5th Thera D will make her comeback appearance in Second Life.

For live music aficionados in Second Life Thera D needs little introduction.

Put quite simply, Thera remains one of the very best performers in Second Life today.

Her wide repertoire covers many genres of music, sometimes depending on her mood but ultimately aimed to please her audience, as she moves seamlessly. through romantic ballads, modern pop, sultry jazz, and energizing swing.  Her audiences are never disappointed.

A veteran of many years in SL, Thera is a popular night club performer in her native Holland, her sultry voice and witty charm captivating audiences in both "lives". 

No venue is too large or too small for Thera, and you can find her wowing her audiences across Second Life from prestigious venues like Franks to smaller intimate venues and outdoor concerts.

Friday, November 27, 2020

GeekSpeak subject for Saturday 28th November at noon SLT


 GeekSpeak – International Living.

 

Let’s talk about living internationally.  What does it take to pack your bags and go and live abroad?  What practical issues do you need to cope with?  Language, money, travel documents?  Will you be able to find work abroad?  What happens if you can’t?  Is living abroad easier for some people?  Will the number of people who live abroad increase as online living becomes more important?

What kind of people will you meet?  Will you be able to understand their values, their view of life?  If you get used to living abroad will you ever want to go back home?  Will you move around from country to country?  Will you consider the planet as your home?  In the future, will people consider the solar system or even the Milky Way as their home? 

If you think you might want to live abroad come and discuss it with us.  Bring your passport and your friends!


IM Vulcan Viper, who teaches a meditation class every Wednesday at 1pm SLT in the GeekSpeak auditorium, if you have ideas for new subjects.

Thursday, November 26, 2020

Classy Models Agency - Communicado De Prensa - Inauguracion

 


Last Tuesday, November 24, the Opening Show of Classy Models Agency took place.
Classy Models Agency, was born from the illusion, love of work and the taste of modeling in Second Life, of Nany Jurado, Melany Aguilera and Greta Plaisir, models and great friends, who come together to create a VIP space of the latest fashion.
Classy Models Agency, is a Fashion Agency producer of catwalk events, models, scenery, photography and public relations in Second Life; the perfect platform for the SL fashion community.
For this opening show, they have had the appreciated collaboration of several great designers in SL:

BAXE Poses
JUMO Fashion
Zuri Jewelry
LUXE Paris
Bon Amour.

Thanks to all of them and their high-quality models, the result has been a magnificent show.
They were attended by important personalities from the world of Fashion in SL, who wanted to accompany them in this important event.

Classy Models Agency has the doors open for all those professionals who wish to join and work with them, both designers and models.




El pasado martes 24 de Noviembre, tuvo lugar el Opening Show de Classy Models Agency.
Classy Models Agency, nace por la ilusión, amor al trabajo y el gusto de modelar en Second Life, de  Nany Jurado, Melany Aguilera y Greta Plaisir, modelos y grandes amigas, que se unen para crear un espacio VIP de última moda.
Classy Models Agency, es una Agencia de Moda productora de eventos de pasarela, modelos, escenografía, fotografía y relaciones públicas en Second Life;  la plataforma perfecta para la comunidad de la moda en SL.
Para este show de inauguración, han contado con la apreciada colaboración de varios y grandes diseñadores en SL:

BAXE Poses
Jumo Fashion
ZURI Jewelry
LUXE Paris
Bon Amour

Gracias a todos ellos y a sus modelos de alta calidad, el resultado ha sido un magnifico show.
Contaron con la asistencia de importantes personalidades del mundo de la Moda en SL, que quisieron acompañarlas en este importante evento. 

Classy Models Agency tiene las puertas abiertas para todos aquellos profesionales que deseen unirse y trabajar con ellos, tanto diseñadores como modelos.

Wednesday, November 25, 2020

TREASURED FRIENDS & FEARLESS LOVERS PRESENTS A THANKSGIVING CONCERT WITH WOLFIE MOONSHADOW

 

TREASURED FRIENDS  &  FEARLESS LOVERS PRESENTS A THANKSGIVING CONCERT WITH WOLFIE MOONSHADOW

 

DATE ~ THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH @ 6 PM SLT

ATTIRE ~ IMPRESSIVE CASUAL

LIMO ~ http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Treasure/86/127/22

ABOUT WOLFIE MOONSHADOW

Since June of 2010, Wolfie has built a following becoming one of SL's most popular performers. He performs songs from several genres making his shows varied and adaptable for each venue he plays. His sheer love of entertaining shines through in every performance, with his fans becoming a part of the show, every time. :)

Wolfie has performed with several RL bands spanning over more than 20 years and three countries (Gibraltar, Spain and the UK).  Also, Wolfie has appeared on several television programs in Gibraltar in addition to performing for Gibraltar National Day concerts.

Some of his many accomplishments include awards for Gibraltar Young Musician Of The Year - Vocalist Category,  Professional Entertainer of the Year in Costa Del Sol, Spain and MEL Best Band of the Year and and MEL Best Front Man of the Year - Midlands England 2003/2004.

Christmas Memories, The 2020 SL Christmas Expo Opens Next Friday, December 4th Linden Lab Announces Special Auctions and Surprises



Make Christmas Memories for Children With Cancer!

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas on the 12 Regions around the American Cancer Society virtual office in Second Life as Lindens and Moles join with Expo Elves, more than 225 Merchants and nearly 100 Live Performers putting the finishing touches on ‘Christmas Memories’, the 10th Annual SL Christmas Expo. The Expo, the largest holiday venue in Second Life, supports the Society and its fight against Childhood Cancer.

Ten Days of Holiday Shopping and Entertainment on Twelve Regions!

The 10 day event opens Friday December 4th through Sunday December 13th, features shopping entertainment and holiday activities including the annual Snowman Contest, Christmas Tree lots, Gachas, Raffles, Auctions and more.  Ride in Santa’s sleigh or pose for pictures on the Jolly Old Elf’s Lap.  Dance and enjoy live performances at the Holly Jolly Café, open 10am to 9pm daily or simply wander streets lined with shops decorated for the holidays.  It’s all at the Expo!

Linden Lab Joins The Expo!

Linden Lab will reveal the next edition of the coveted Linden Home series at the Expo and will be providing several special One Of A Kind Auction items and special surprises.  SL Residents can:

  • Vote (by donation to a special ACS Christmas Expo Kiosk) for your favorite decorated Linden Home at the 3rd Annual Lights of Hope Home Decorating Contest

  • Bid for a 6 Month Premium Membership, including a Private Bellisseria lot (for 6 months) with your choice of Linden Home style*
    *Home styles maybe limited by lot location and availability

  • Bid to Create a New Linden Last Name to be added to the list of choices for new members

  • Bid to Name a Future Bellisseria Region 

  • Purchase a Limited Edition Linden Christmas Ornament, specially designed for the 2020 Expo and only available at the Expo.

And Just Announced!  Pictures with SANTA PATCH AND HIS ELVES!  A very special opportunity to pose for a picture with Linden’s Boss Elf himself on Wednesday December 9th from 1 to 3 pm in the main SL Christmas Expo region.


Holiday Shopping Spree Raffles and Silent Auctions

Take a chance to win Gift Cards Galore! Check out all of our Raffles, including the MEGA Holiday Shopping Spree.  Bid on Great Prizes at the Silent Auctions! Watch our website for mere details!

Lights of Hope Home Decoration Contest

Be sure to visit the Lights of Hope regions and vote for your favorite Holiday decorations provided by some of SL’s top home designers, Lindens and Moles and special guests. Vote often as you like! Vote for ALL Your Favorites by donating to the designated kiosks next to every home.

Holidays of Hope Gala Ball

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the Holidays of Hope Gala Ball, Sunday December 13th from 1 to 5 pm.  featuring performances by Fly, Tamara Hayden and music by T1Radio On Air personalities. Be sure to dress in your fanciest Holiday Formal Attire.

One Billion Linden$!

Since 2005 volunteers in Second Life have fund raised to support the American Cancer Society and its mission to Save Lives, Celebrate Lives and Lead The Fight For a World Without Cancer.  In this especially difficult year Society volunteers and the residents of Second Life have stepped up and helped raise more than $300,000 U.S. bringing the 15 year cumulative total to more than $3,970,000.  The SL Christmas Expo, which dedicates its proceeds to help fund Childhood Cancer research and support, has set its goal to bring that total to ONE BILLION LINDEN$ - $4,000,000! Join us at the Expo and help us finish this most trying of years on a positive note!

For Entertainment Schedules, Lists of Merchants, Landmarks and more information visit SLChristmasExpo.com or contact us at:  slchristmasexpo@slchristmasexpo.com

The American Cancer Society is the world’s leader in the fight against childhood cancer, attacking cancer from every angle. All proceeds from the SL Christmas Expo support the Society and its mission to Save Lives, Celebrate Lives and Lead the Fight for a World Without Cancer.

If you or a loved one has questions or needs help with a cancer diagnosis call the American Cancer Society 800 227-2345; visit cancer.org or the American Cancer Society region in Second Life.


For More Information:
Nuala Maracas, Expo Director
 slchristmasexpo@slchristmasexpo.com

Tuesday, November 24, 2020

Talkin' Turkey... Where To Get Thanksgiving Dinner On SL - STACEY CARDALINES REPORTING

 


Thanksgiving is coming, and that means someone- maybe you- is hosting dinner. You get no sympathy from this journalist, who lives near Plymouth, Massachusetts in a town founded by Myles Standish. I host every year, no question. Big ol' Catholic family, too. Local turkeys know my name and fear me.

Cooking for crowds is always hectic and is rarely fun. All you can do is set out a ton of food and keep the alcohol flowing. That is how it works on SL, as well.

Avatars don't need to eat. We're not gigapets, and you could starve your avatar for years without her losing a pound. Eating is something you do for grins on SL. That said, you should try to do it well when you do it.

This goes double when it is Thanksgiving. You most likely eat with real people on Thanksgiving, but you may be on SL later in the day. You may even end up hosting an SL Thanksgiving party, and people coming to that party are going to be expecting turkey, gravy, cranberry sauce and all that other good stuff. You can f**k around on Easter and Christmas with roast beef or ham... but in November, you'd better be bringin' the Gobbler. If not, I can't even do business with you.

Since avatars don't need food, that leads to supply/demand problems when looking to layout a turkey dinner spread in your SL home or business. Even if you find a friggin' turkey, good luck finding butternut squash or green bean casserole. There may be a potato farm sim somewhere, and some other sim might have a cranberry bog, but you're eventually going to hit a wall somewhere on the menu if you try to score the ingredients individually.

Fortunately, the good people at the Food Connection have taken care of all that for you. You can go in, drop what I believe is 200 Ls and have a big huge table with all the Thanksgiving necessities. Turkey, mashed potatoes, corn, sweet potato pie, stuffing, some green thing that I assume is associated with Southern sorts of Thanksgiving, cranberry sauce, rolls, carrots and all the other stuff that Charlie Brown didn't come up with in his Thanksgiving special dinner.

Here's the address... Food Connection  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Depoz%20W/121/28/27

A few facts on certain Thanksgiving menu items that will let you DOMINATE the dinner table conversation:

- Turkeys are not indigenous to the nation of Turkey. They are native, and were at one time unique, to North America. The Spanish sold them to Arab merchants, and the bird was introduced to Europe via Turkish markets. They have been common holiday fare in Europe since The 1600s. In the classic story A Christmas Carol, Scrooge springs for a turkey as he redeems himself.

- "Cranberry sauce" is what John Lennon says at the end of Strawberry Fields Forever. He liked nonsense words in his song, and he thought "cranberry sauce" sounded funny. I have read that he detested the stuff. Many misheard the lyric as "I buried Paul," and the Paul Is Dead rumors gained steam.

- The Irish became so dependent on potatoes that, when a blight hit Irish spuds in the 1840s, the resulting famine killed 25% of the Irish population. 

- Stephen King originally handed his publisher a story called Children Of The Asparagus, but his agent talked him into using Corn. OK, I made that up.

- People in the southern US, bitter over losing the Civil War, viewed Pumpkin Pie as a symbol of Yankee culture and refused to serve it. Sweet Potato Pie was substituted into holiday menus in the former Confederate states.

- Green Bean Casserole was invented by the Campbell's Soup people and is the major mover of Cream of Mushroom Soup. Dorcas Riley headed the group that invented it. Cranberry Sauce was invented by Ocean Spray, a Massachusetts cranberry conglomerate. The same guy that introduced cranberry sauce to America also invented Cranapple and various cocktails such as the Cape Codder, the Madras, the Sea Breeze, the Cosmopolitan, and- no joke- roll-on deodorant.




- The original spread at the first Thanksgiving was waterfowl, venison, lobster, clams, berries, fruit, pumpkin, and squash. 

Happy Thanksgiving!

Sunday, November 22, 2020

Belly Dancing at Temple of Nefertari- Mondays 10 am-1pm SLT



Em hotep and Greetings.  Let us please the Gods and goddesses together!   Belly Dance session at the Temple of Bastet,   Mondays from 10 am - 12 pm SLT

 Lead dancer and hostess:  Tut-hathor-hon-totti

If you are interested please come join us, dances are available!

All, are welcome, Women, Men, or Furries etc.

Respectful Watchers  are welcomed as well. 

Please try and arrive promptly and have fun !

Looking forward to dancing with you!

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/River%20Ely/123/149/2004

About Temple of Nefetari

Egyptian Temple complex based around 1250 BC Temples for meditation, philosophy, music, dancing, and adult entertainment. Also galleries, quests, costume, bazaar and authentic buildings . Modern music events twice a week!

Saturday, November 21, 2020

Spotlight on T&N Creations- Ghost Explorer Reporting...


And I said to myself...What a wonderful world!


Second Life - A place where all your dreams can come true.  You can have a perfect home, meet friends from around the world, ask this perfect stranger out, go for dinner in Paris, dessert in Japan and a final gondola ride in Venice before dancing the night away at Apollo's Garden.

Now you are thinking of the next stage of this magical relationship; SL Partnering!  But it is so costly.  You want all the lights and glam, but it is so expensive! You want perfect coordination, but it is so costly!  You want to remember your special day forever, but it is not in the budget!

Fear not.  What if I told you that your dream day is achievable without you having to rob a Linden bank?  I came across Second Life's perfect events location while flying my Fatal Custom Widowmaker Bike over a few sims and landed at T&N Creations.  I was welcomed by Trinity and Nawty Rivers, owners of T&N Creations. The beautiful ladies were wonderfully accommodating and granted me a tour and an interview right away.





I marveled at the landing point where you can check yourself and make sure that you are fully rezzed before proceeding.  The pathway leading to the venue can only be described as a dream garden where the colors are perfectly planned for visual effects.  Rides are available to take you to the event venue in case you do not want to walk or fly.  Need a place to hang out while waiting for the ultimate hour, an elegant hidden room is at your disposal.  The venue itself is a work of art.  Imagine the option to change colors to match your vision at the touch of a button.  Beauty can be partially described but must be seen to be enjoyed.





Now, you are probably reading this and thinking that this will cost me a prim arm and leg.  Again, don't worry.  I sat down with Trinity Rivers and Nawty Rivers for a casual interview while sampling mint tea from their offices.





Interview


Ghost Explorer- Beautiful venue you have here.  I am impressed.


Nawty  Rivers- Thank you! Trin and I put a lot of hard work and sweat into it.


Ghost Explorer - What was the motivating factor in creating this amazing place?


Trinity Rivers  - Someone's wedding day is very important.  It should not be cheapened by the amount of lindens you can spend.  This venue is our lowest priced venue. Even though people may not have much or want to spend as much,  we want them to have the best we can give.


Ghost Explorer - That is very noble of you.  Anything else you can host here?


Trinity Rivers - Oh we can do anything with style.  For example,  weekend getaway.


Nawty Rivers - Birthday parties, anniversary events, vow renewals, romantic proposals.




Ghost Explorer - So what if someone wants to do something really quick like a drive-through wedding?


Nawty Rivers - Vegas style?  We got you covered at T&N Creations!


Ghost Explorer - This is truly amazing ladies and I thank you for your time and the T&N Mint tea.  So hypothetically, if I needed to tie the knot, where would I start?


Trinity Rivers - It is as easy as reaching out to us and we will show you all the packages.


Nawty Rivers - And you can make a choice based on your preferences.




As I got on my bike and slowly hovered over the beautifully crafted landscape, I got a full view of where a perfect event can be held.  Kissed by a golden sunset, I smiled at the two ladies waving goodbye to me and disappeared into the clouds towards my next adventure.


The Ghost Explorer


TELEPORT:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Indulgence/220/77/1023


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TN-Creations-Party-Planning-Specialists-101293938453221

Friday, November 20, 2020

GeekSpeak – How did language really start? Join the discussion Sat. Nov 21st at 12pm SLT



What was the origin of our language system?  Did it start with humans or did some animals have a language before us?  Do some animals have a language, or a proto language, now?  Maybe our language started as a sign language, maybe spoken words came later.

Did we once have just one language on Earth?  What made languages grow apart?  Are there some universal words, like ‘ouch’ perhaps, that exist in all languages?

What is the future of language?  Will we eventually have one language over all the Earth, just as we once did when our species began?  Will that language be a spoken, or written, or sign language? Will we forever keep changing our ways to communicate?

Help us to find the answers in GeekSpeak.  Bring all your international and animal friends!

IM Vulcan Viper, who teaches a meditation class every Wednesday at 1pm SLT in the GeekSpeak auditorium, if you have ideas for new subjects.

TREES FOR THE HOLIDAYS: TEX’S TREE FARM – JOSH (THOMAS1 BELLIC) REPORTING.

 



Sooo..the year 2020 will certainly go down in history as one of the more “dynamic” years we have had in some time.
  Many of us look forward to stability and tradition in an unstable World.  One of the more cherished traditions, is to decorate for the Holidays. The sights and sounds of the season abound as the rough edges in life are covered with a lovely blanket of snow.  Usually, folks wait until after Thanksgiving to begin decorating for the holidays, but this year is different.  You can already see decorations springing up all over, not only in Real Life, but in SecondLife as well, as snow-covered Sims begin to carpet the grid.

I had the very real pleasure of visiting Tex’s Tree Farm last week.  Both Tex, and his partner, Summer, were up to their elbows in boxes of Christmas Decoration as they busily decorated their Sim for the holidays.  Despite this activity, they were able to carve out enough time to graciously answer my questions about their operation.

Josh (Thomas1 Bellic):    Hi Tex, Hi Summer. Thanks for inviting us back again this Winter to tour your lovely Sim.  You guys always do a great job here, and I am sure that, along with other Christmas Traditions, a visit to Tex’s Tree Farm will soon become an annual trek for many of the grid’s more discerning residents.

So then, what is the “Tex’s Tree Farm” difference that makes your place unique among the hundreds of sims on SL?

Tex Humby:  Tex's Tree Farm is unique because we are the only tree farm that you can chop down your own tree with an axe. We have created in SL a full family experience like you would have in RL cutting down your own Christmas Tree.

 

JB:  What was your inspiring “Ahh Haaa” moment when you first realized that a “chop down your own Christmas Tree” would become a reality in SL?

TH:  We knew chopping down a tree isn't new in SL with RP Sims. But we never saw anyone cutting down a Christmas Tree; So we put our heads together and found a workable solution so that Real Life experience could be brought to SL, for SL families to be able to have that same Family tradition they experience in RL.

 



JB:  I see you have a Gift shop here also?  What might the discerning shopper find in there?

TH:  Under the Tree Christmas Shop is an extension to Tex's Tree Farm. We have 100s of Christmas Gacha from the best creators Items such as Rare Christmas Trees, food to toys. Our Gacha Toy section is one the biggest Gacha toy shops in SL. The second floor are non gacha items for your home decor. We also have our Pet adoption center filled with gacha pets waiting to be adopted this yea.  And for all those that love Harry Potter we have a Magical Menagerie with an array of beasts and magical creatures. Careful! Some do bite.

 



JB:  I think I saw a guy with a streaming hot cup of coffee and a donut.  Where can a chilled tree shopper grab a bite to eat around here?

TH:  Our Deer Ridge Cafe is where you will stop after a long hard day of cutting trees. Stop by our cafe and get a warm cup of Hot Chocolate or cider. We also have several options for meals and soups to get your energy back for more shopping or ice skating.

 

JB:  How do you two figure out the division of labor here?  Which of you does what, normally?

TH:  Summer and I have been together for 6 years in this game and from that moment we became not only partners but partners in business. We both love creating. My wife Summer builds the trees and I make sure everyone can cut them down and keep the sim running smoothly. We have a great partnership in love and in business that keeps going. Every day is a new adventure in our creativity.




JB:  Do you guys design your own trees?  Or are these obtained elsewhere and brought here?

TH:  We do design our own trees. These trees are all are one of a kind.  Each year we design new ones so there are always several more trees each year for families to come and have new options each year for their family tree.

JB:  Do you operate the tree farm year-round?  Or do you do something else with the property during the off-season?

TH:   We do not. We own several other businesses so half our year is spent with upgrades or building new sims and the other half is getting ready for the Christmas season and the trees. The tree farm ends January 10th every year. That is when we put in our samplings to get ready for the next winter season. All of our other locations on the sim are open year-round.



JB:  I see you also have a lovely residential area here as well?  Can you share something about that with our readers?

TH:  We do own several rental business and Deer Ridge Cabins and Cottages is one that we have set up for that winter season.  Deer Ridge is unique and decorated for that cozy warm winter season. And we do have residents all year as well. Those are always open 

 

JB:  Is there anything else you would like to share with our readers?

TH:  Come and see the vast array of trees we have to offer. All our trees have decorating options which allows you to pick and choose which decorations you would like to see on each tree. Stop by the cafe for a hot drink or a hot soup to warm you back up for more shopping at Under the Christmas Tree Shop. There is so much to do and see. Start your families Christmas tradition this year at Tex's Tree Farm. The experience is waiting for you.



There you have it, Folks. The trees for sale at Tex’s Tree Farm are beautiful (especially at midnight) and are very reasonably priced. While not actually built as a “romance sim”, taking that special someone with you to select a tree for your home or business and wander the isles at the gift shop will make for a highly memorable Date Night for you both.  By selecting and cutting down your own Christmas Tree, you can continue a family tradition (or even start a new one), AND, enjoy some shopping therapy in the process.     Accomplish two things with one trip.  Sounds like a Win-Win to me.

Be there!  Aloha

JB

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