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Saturday, July 13, 2013
Time to hit the track running - It is Relay weekend - Lacy Muircastle reporting ....
The 9th annual Relay For Life
weekend for 2013 started today in Second Life at 10am SLT with over 40+ RFL regions. This year the relay team is on ‘track’ to break more relay
records and raise more money in the fight against cancer.
Check out the website for times of the various events taking place -
The Wild, Wild West of Second Life (C) – Stareyes Galaxy’s Travel Report from Tombstone
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| Stareyes on prairie |
Tombstone is a role-play estate set in the year 1899 that
portrays an anachronistic recreation of the late 19th century
boomtown atmosphere.
Stareyes Galaxy took a coach journey there, to explore the
Wild, Wild West of SL. This is her travel report. I set out with the task of reporting to our Readers the
true state of the West.
In many reports, what I felt a gross exaggeration; the
dangers of the frontier are overplayed, and I felt someone needed to set the
facts straight.
Landing at the welcome center, a greeter is there to
welcome the casual visitor and take her through an orientation, upon which she
will be able to enter the Tombstone proper. My greeter was an Apache woman,
whom, after a first shock, I found very welcoming.
I decided to interview as many people as I could, to get
a feel of the atmosphere, and how things are run in these parts. First, a
rather liberally-dressed young woman, known as Frisco June, led me to Dutch
Annie’s, a local establishment for questionable entertainment. She has been in
Tombstone for two years.
Friday, July 12, 2013
SL Newser News Tidbits
Tidbits
BURN2 invites you to a Town Hall on July 13, 2013, at 9 a.m. SLT and again at 6 p.m. SLT on the virtual playa
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Ub Yifu – RFL Designer Builder-While at the Relay for Life track, DrFran Babcock ran into one of the more interesting builders, Ub Yifu. Going about in his one of a kind avatar, Ub had been busy at work on one of the Relay's designer sims. He talked to DrFran about how he came to Second Life, his work as a 3-D artist, and his build at the Relay.
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Club Vitual Insanity- "Because We're All Mad Here." That's the motto of a club I was recently shown around, Club Virtual Insanity. Sitting on a sky platform high over the Twilight Shadows sim, the club offers parties six out of seven days a week, with a variety of music genres played. Read More
Bibbi Resident, owner of Rainbow Amphitheatre – Stareyes Galaxy Reporting...
There are many venues in Second Life © catering to
audiences who appreciate live music. One such is Rainbow Amphitheatre, operated
by Bibbi. Having been to a few live shows there, I had the opportunity to
interview Bibbi on Rainbow Amphitheatre and the live music scene.
If you had 50k Lindens, what would you do with it? -Orchids Zenovka Reporting
I work all night, I work all day, to pay the bills I have
to pay
Ain't it sad
And still there never seems to be a single penny left for me
That's too bad
In my dreams I have a plan
If I got me a wealthy man
I wouldn't have to work at all, I'd fool around and have a ball...
Money, money, money
Must be funny
In the rich man's world
Money, money, money
Always sunny
In the rich man's world
Aha-ahaaa
All the things I could do
If I had a little money
It's a rich man's world
A man like that is hard to find but I can't get him off my mind
Ain't it sad
And if he happens to be free I bet he wouldn't fancy me
That's too bad
So I must leave, I'll have to go
To Las Vegas or Monaco
And win a fortune in a game, my life will never be the same...
Money, money, money
Must be funny
In the rich man's world
Money, money, money
Always sunny
In the rich man's world
Aha-ahaaa
All the things I could do
If I had a little money
It's a rich man's world
Ain't it sad
And still there never seems to be a single penny left for me
That's too bad
In my dreams I have a plan
If I got me a wealthy man
I wouldn't have to work at all, I'd fool around and have a ball...
Money, money, money
Must be funny
In the rich man's world
Money, money, money
Always sunny
In the rich man's world
Aha-ahaaa
All the things I could do
If I had a little money
It's a rich man's world
A man like that is hard to find but I can't get him off my mind
Ain't it sad
And if he happens to be free I bet he wouldn't fancy me
That's too bad
So I must leave, I'll have to go
To Las Vegas or Monaco
And win a fortune in a game, my life will never be the same...
Money, money, money
Must be funny
In the rich man's world
Money, money, money
Always sunny
In the rich man's world
Aha-ahaaa
All the things I could do
If I had a little money
It's a rich man's world
--
Abba Money Money Money Lyrics
The question of the day is; If you had 50k Lindens, what would you do with it?
Celtic Connection Production: music with identity - Glossom Resident Reporting…
Not long ago we were celebrating St. Patrick's Day,
jiggling and reeling in an Irish style to the sound of traditional Irish music.
But while outsiders listen to it as exotic and captivating music by the traditional instruments used and the “magic” sounds produced by those instruments, Celtic music transcribes many valuable stories that resume the cultural identity and heritage of the Celtic nations: souls abundant of emotions.
But while outsiders listen to it as exotic and captivating music by the traditional instruments used and the “magic” sounds produced by those instruments, Celtic music transcribes many valuable stories that resume the cultural identity and heritage of the Celtic nations: souls abundant of emotions.
Geographically bordered, this music genre, covering a
spectrum from pure acoustic folk to folk rock, etc, becomes global in this
great little virtual world, bringing communities together to celebrate whatever
occasion to the rhythm of the distinctive sound of bagpipes and the vigorous
drumming. Better than an energy drink, it will make you dance until you fall
off your couch.
To better understand what Celtic music and Connection
Production is we have talked with the owners, Brielle Coronet and Rik Xaris, here
as CCP, who also own Club Catalyst.
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Paramount Playhouse is Moving it's Burlesque-style Shows from Sundays at Noon, sl time, to Fridays at 6 pm sl time!
Pathmaker Campbell-MacGregor, part owner of the Paramount, said, "An occasional 'saucy act' might occur on a Sunday from time to time, but overall our Burlesque programs, which we think of as 'Stripping with Style and Class,' will now be performed on Fridays at 6 pm slt."Paramount Playhouse, which has presented a potpourri of entertainment on Sundays, including live singers, comedy and a play as well as burlesque programs since it's opening in December 2012, will continue to offer live shows and comedy on Sundays.
The first program being performed on a Friday at the Paramount will be "Summer of Love" which will premier on Friday July 12 at 6 pm sl time. This program will be repeated on Friday July 26 at the same time, and subsequent Burlesque programs and plays will be presented at 6 pm on designated Fridays.
Stop Being Broke in Second Life – Glossom Resident Reporting…
Haven’t you ever secretly wished to come across a
virtual millionaire who likes to drop some fat lindens into your account? That
would solve your money troubles for a while but it is not likely to happen. Sadly
lindens don’t fall from the sky and spending all day long walking down the
streets of Second Life looking for some lost coins seems to be a complete waste
of time. So how can we stop being broke in Second Life? When easy money is hard
to get, hard working money seems to be the easiest call.
Imagine what you could have with some extra lindens: renewing
the wardrobe or buying that gorgeous outfit that you have been anxious to get
but can’t afford; giving yourself a complete makeover; refurnishing the house or
getting a king-sized bed for that huge house that you have been sighing for… Now
that I got you motivated, it's time to kick laziness away and to take action on
finding a job.
Here are some tips on how to find a job and, above
all, how to keep it.
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
TerryLynn Melody; A Sensational SL Singer- Tea Couturier Reporting…
When you have had a busy day and need to relax and listen to some live
music, you don’t have to think twice when you see TerryLynn Melody's name pop
up on the Live music section of the SL search.
TerryLynn Meolody to many of her fans is a talented performer that not only sings on stage but also connects with her fans. I was lucky enough to have a chat with Terrylynn and asked her a few questions over a cup of coffee.
Interview with TerryLynn
Pet Peeves in Second Life – Ccoursey Reporting…
What gets under an Avatar’s
skin? When you log in day after day is there something that makes you
cringe?
When you’re exploring Second Life do you have something that
makes you want to just pull your hair?
What irritates people
that play Second Life is the question I went to find out. It seems,
everyone had a similar answer that even I can nod and definitely agree with; Griefers.
I have one right now
that keeps sending me group notices. I can’t decline it. I can’t even block it, and he just repeatedly sends
them. Linden Labs has refused to help even though I’m a premium
member. I hate a griefer!
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Real-life pictures in Second Life © – Stareyes Galaxy reporting ….
In
Second life ©, there is a bifurcation of the attitude to sharing one’s own
real-life (RL) pictures. Many avatars are dead against such a practice, saying
that SL and RL are two separate entities. Then there are others who freely
share their real-life pictures, right on their profile. Furthermore, many design
their avatar appearance to match their real-life looks. I interviewed some
avatars to get behind the reasoning behind the different views of sharing
real-life images.
The
question of the day is “Does sharing real-life pictures enhance the fantasy, or
kill it?” I met Anastasia at MIAMAI main store, where she works as a model. “It depends,” she answered.
SLE: How, and on what does it “depend"?
Anastasia: First and foremost, it would depend
on how well and for how long I have known the person. I am not going to give
out RL info or images to just anyone I come across.
SLE: Would you, at a certain point,
insist on seeing that other person's RL picture, and would you be willing to
share yours?
Anastasia: I don't know that I would insist on
sharing RL pictures. I have known many people
in my SL for a year or more and we have never seen a RL pic of each other...
With others whom I consider close friends or family I have shared a RL image,
and they with me.
SLE: Does seeing
someone's RL picture change your perception of that avatar?
Anastasia: I can't
say for me personally it has. I get to know the person first and foremost, and I
try not to judge a book by its cover. If
in a SL relationship of a romantic nature, it may alter perceptions, as you do
get used to someone looking a certain way as an avatar which may differ greatly
from their RL person, but the underlying person is still the same either way.
Monday, July 8, 2013
Tune In to a Live Stream Broadcast by Luver's Island - July 10th
LIVE EVENTS HAPPENING
- 01 pm PDT | 22H CET Barry Kettery (Avantgarde Frequency) Live Performing
- 02 pm PDT | 23H CET Joaquin Gustav Live Performing
Second Life © Effects on the Real Life of Avatars – Stareyes Galaxy Reporting…
When you go In Second Life © (SL), it is quite clear that
the time spent is taken away from one’s real life (RL); this being the minimum
effect of SL on RL, what other consequences on one’s RL are there due to
various encounters in SL?
Stareyes Galaxy polled avatars on this subject, and also
asked an expert for an assessment.
I had the pleasure of discussing the subject with Hondo
Slade (Lone Wolf), who had a heart-breaking RL story, and thing or two to say
about services to veterans in SL. In his opinion, the strongest effects of SL
on RL are in relationships.
SLE: So, you mean,
when you are with someone in SL, it will carry over to RL?
Hondo: Yes, it does. Have you
ever had a partner that you trusted so much that you start to talk about your RL
to your companion?
Hondo
told of his experience with a girl in a neighboring country, with whom he fell
in love. After two years of dating in SL and in RL, she dropped him cold. After
a few months, he’s still depressed and gets less on SL than when he was in this
relationship. “Bottom line: [in] relationships
just like in the real world, [breakups] hurt after many years of being
together.”
A peek into the Real Life of an Avatar- Orchids Zenovka Reporting…
The
duality of existence is seen when we try to “escape” reality, creating anonymous
virtual – selves giving us the freedom to unleash ourselves from self and
society determined roles, and experience the world afresh. Yet, the “real” us
sits behind a keyboard and types via our avis, thoughts in our “real mind. The
thoughts we think about our own-selves, we project to the world. Unknowingly,
we come to understand our First lives better. Second Life does not seem less “real” than a phone call. Experiences we
acquire online be it good or bad, spill over and change our lives in the real
world, often without our awareness. How can this be translated to improving the
“real” me is the question. Because once the computer is shut down, that is what
I have to face....
Today
we have the "Real Deal"; the combo SL+RL fighter and the anarchist. Yet
at the same time the softie who wouldn't hurt a dog's tail. This self described
Jessica Rabbit is "Julya Lykin". This is the story of one Avi on SL
who has shown me the true meaning of fighting to live for the right reasons. She
has fought through heart disease and 6 surgeries and still believed enough in
the goodness of this world to find her love in SL and now married to him over a
year. She is certainly not the only one. There are wonderful people in SL and
RL who fight to live each single day. This is a representation of all of you
fighters out there; and also for those, looking for a reason to live.
And suddenly, out of
the blue, SL makes sense....
Adventures of Snake III: I'm Done!- CCoursey Reporting…
At this point everyone in my vampire family hates me except Snake.
I was called for the first time by Amy to tell me what a slut I was, when I
hadn’t looked at Snake that way once. One he was introduced to me as
Amy’s, two I wasn’t interested at the time in that stuff, and three his avi
really wasn’t that appealing to me. I had also experienced my first day as
a stripper in the clan’s club… Let’s just say I wasn’t so great on a
pole. One of Ophelia’s friends came to the club to teach me and a few
others how to emote. ‘Brutus’ is one of the most awesome emoters I know
on Second Life to this day and the best part- he’s a really great guy. So
I sign on to SL where the clan that hates my guts ignores me, another stripper
‘Genie’ befriends me, and I go to the emote class.
Saturday, July 6, 2013
Aussie Aussie Aussie Oy Oy Oy - Lacy Muircastle reporting ....
And Mr Virtual World 2013 is .... Erik Bayn - Mr Australia
The production was outstanding, the entertainment "dazzling". The Mr Virtual World team put together an event they can all be proud of.
Hats off to Frolic and the rest of you who put together this seamless event.
Once again our congratulations to the very dishy Mr Australia Erik Bayn who walked off with the title.
The production was outstanding, the entertainment "dazzling". The Mr Virtual World team put together an event they can all be proud of.
Hats off to Frolic and the rest of you who put together this seamless event.
Once again our congratulations to the very dishy Mr Australia Erik Bayn who walked off with the title.
SL Business Interview and Advice - Orchids Zenovka Reporting….
Part 1:
Trying to practice Business without knowledge
is like sailing an uncharted sea. I talked to some avis, who have managed to
make a success of themselves in business in SL and yet have not forgotten who
they were to start out with and have remained true to themselves. These are
honest detailed interviews, though lighthearted at times. While it is true that
business is dull facts and sheets, there is nothing to stop us from having some
fun. Understanding the minds behind the ones who have made a strong business
can sometimes be more rewarding than trying to look for easy “tips and tricks”
to be successful overnight.
So here’s the candid and amazing Pixy and
another secret avi for you artists out there … read on!
View
of a Designer
Orchids
Zenovka: αмαÉϮнєα Ɗﻉ Éα
Crσιㄨ aka Pixy.Snook ; you are a successful
blogger and businesswoman in SL. Thank you for spending time out with us to
talk shop :).
Pixy.Snook: You are SO
welcome! I'm honored really. I never expected to be doing an interview.
Orchids: Who’s αмαÉϮнєα Ɗﻉ Éα Crσιㄨ?
Pixy: I am me. I'm sugar and spice
and everything nice. Toss in some sparkles, something shiny, lots of color, mix
in some love, shake it all up and that’s me. The RL me has pink hair, piercings
and tattoos - I know many in SL have these but are perfectly 'normal' in RL. I
embrace this in RL and SL but I can. I've always held down a job, and had a
relatively prosperous career WITH my pink hair but I also have the personality
to back it up. I'm cosmo Goth geek, with a smidge of bubble Goth mixed in. I
think this tends to reflect in my designs. Oh Ohhh and the name Amalthea - that’s
the name of The Last Unicorn, a great cheesy 80's animated movie, the Lady
Amalthea. Teenie bit a triva in there I guess and one of my favorite movies.
We want YOU - Lacy Muircastle reporting ....
The Grand Finale Winners announcements for MachinimUWA VI & the UWA Centenary 3D Art Challenge (both themed REFLECTIONS) will be held from 6am SLT on the 4th of August. As serendipity would have it, 64 Machinima and 64 3D artworks are in the running for more than L$1,800,000 (L$1.8 mil) in prizes.
YOU ARE INVITED TO A L$45,000 AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION EVENT
Win a Share of L$45,000, a Spot on the Official Jury
for the next Machinima Challenge @ UWA and a special RL package. The deadline for audience participation is Midnight SLT 25th July 2013.
Friday, July 5, 2013
Tune In to a Live Stream Broadcast by Luver's Island - July 6th
LIVE EVENTS HAPPENING
- 01 pm PDT | 22H CET Khiron Ametza Live Performing
- 02 pm PDT | 23H CET Glenn Bunjie Live Performing
Spotlight on Lisisme Dubrovna: Grand Canyon, the Beauty of Simplicity – Glossom Resident reporting…
Carved by the hands of Lisisme Dubrovna, the Grand
Canyon is one of the most powerful forces of nature virtually portrayed in
Second Life.
Located on three outstanding regions with tremendous landscapes,
it excels in all the opportunities it has to offer that outdo the expectations.
Proficient in sports (radical sports, water sports and ground and air sports),
it is also a place for relaxation, romance, shopping, art and for unforgettable
experiences.
Technology: Mesh Studio- Jessi2009 Warrol Reporting...
So what do you do? Luckily there is a great and handy
mesh tool that you can use to create mesh objects and that tool is…Mesh Studio.
Mesh Studio is the brainchild of TheBlack Box and Anjin
Meili. These names may be familiar to
you if you have used the very popular Sculpt
Studio,
easy to create sculpt tool. The tool allows creators to create standalone mesh
models or to create mesh models that can be manipulated and edited in real life
3D mesh creation tools.
Beach Wear for 2013- Tea Couturier Reporting...
With
so many beach wear out there it can be hard to pick the right one or even know
where to begin looking.
I have looked around second life
stores and little boutiques and created a list of a few pieces I feel not only appeal
to budgets but still give you that summery look you are seeking.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Independence Day Celebrations in Second Life- July 4th - Orchids Zenovka reporting ….
For those of you who may not be aware, Independence
Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United
States commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4,
1776, from the Kingdom of Great Britain. The United States is a diverse nation with
diverse people. Each year on July 4, Americans celebrate that freedom and
independence with barbecues, picnics, fireworks and family gatherings.
The Canadian Independence day is celebrated
on July 1 and here’s a toast wishing all of you a belated Happy Birthday,
Canada!
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Tune In to a Live Stream Broadcast by Luver's Island Venue- July 3rd
LIVE EVENTS HAPPENING
- 1 pm PDT| 22H CET Tukso Okay Live performing
- 2 pm PDT| 23H CET Chip Takacs Live performing
- 2 pm PDT| 23H CET Chip Takacs Live performing
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