SPOTLIGHT ON SAPPHIRE BEACH CLUB: THE GEM OF SECONDLIFE – Josh (Thomas1 Bellic) Reporting

I recently had the very real pleasure of visiting Skyhill Island, home of the Sapphire Beach Club.  Newly arrived on the SL Grid, Skyhill is the brainchild of Claudine Jewell and her business partner , John Sinclair. Together with Live Talent Manager, Amber LeFavre, they have built a region uniquely suited for the Music Lover in Second Life.  In addition to the Club, Skyhill has a beach area for swimming or sunbathing, or just enjoying good conversation with friends. Complete with Beach House and waterfall, Gaming events, and a Yoga and Meditation place to come and refresh and relax.

I was fortunate to spend a delightful afternoon in the company of Claudine Jewell and Amber LeFavre.  My visit proved most informative as they shared perspectives on Skyhill Island and the Sapphire Beach Club.

Josh (thomas1.bellic): Claudine, what is it that drew you to Second Life in the first place?

Claudine Jewell: Well….I always liked to play computer games and I read a magazine article at the gym about Anshe Chung, SecondLife land baron and its first millionaire.  When I got home I registered to see what this is all about ...that was 2007. I showed it to John later and he joined too

JB:   And Sapphire Beach Club?  How did you decide to build that?

CJ:   Well, John co-owned a club in RL and loves clubbing here and he talked about it all the time.  So, so I suggested we should get a full region, since full regions are more stable than individual Sims and with a Region you can host up to 100 people

JB:  There are dozens, if not scores of Beach clubs in SL.  How is Skyhill Island different from the others, and how will Sapphire Beach Club make a distinctive contribution to life on the grid?

CJ:   Well, I don’t know if you remember the old clubs back in the day.  John wanted it to be similar to Sleek which was beach themed....I wanted something classy like Elements,  so we hope we can provide that to the people. We also don’t want to compete with 24 hour clubs. We just want to organize some quality Live events that people won’t forget.

JB:  So Amber, are there sizable numbers of live music lovers here?

Amber Lefavre: Yes there are.  DJ people and live singer people are different.  One way to help get maximum exposure for the club is to do both. ... live singers performances are not perfect,  expect something happening or not working... but its live...its personal….it shows the person. With DJs you know you are getting the exact song you thought you would.  But its the same every time...Lots more gestures used… chatting etc. Its just different...neither is wrong...or better.

JB:  But seriously. Are live singers really that much better than recorded music? I have heard live singers who...well..their hearts are certainly in the right place….but you can see that their passion greatly exceeds their ability.

AL:  Laughs.  True. BUT when a venue pays a singer up to 7000 lindens for an hour, they are going to be what the  the Club owners hope, and the crowd is going to love them as much as they do, because they will never make their money back.   You do not do live music to make money. You do it for the love of music. Live musicians are a real draw for their personality, interactions and talent.  

JB:  One of the first things I noticed when I landed here was that Skyhill is rated “M”...it is only rated Mature.  Many, if not most beaches here are rated “R”. Most beach clubs allow..and in fact encourage, nudity. You do not.  Can you share with our readers why you are different from the pack? What is it that sets you apart from others?

AL:  Claudine does not want sex and nudity here.  That is not why they did this. The emphasis will be that it is a quality sim with quality acts.  That will help it appeal to folks who are tired of seeing public sex and naked avis everywhere.

CJ:  Yes. Its that simple :-) I think SL is full of those places...lots and lots of adult clubs.  Besides, why would you spend 1000s of lindens on clothes and then you go party at a nude beach :)))   No, we don’t want people to run around naked all the time. We want to do formal events too..classy, but also modern.

JB:   Tell our readers about your event scheduled for May 31.  What can we expect to see there?

CJ:  On May 31 at 1:00 PM SLT we will host Gabriel da Silva.  Hes a great live singer and his specialty is Rock. The stage will be on the beach close to the pool and after that DJ Tabasco will stream at the pool.   We have other great musical talent lined up as well. On June 8th at 12 PM we have a Lynard Skynard tribute by Lightning Strikes, June 14th at noon we have David Hauptman with a formal dance event and June 23rd at noon we have Toxic Darkmatter.  Additionally, there will be various DJs performing around these scheduled live musicians.

AL:   For Gabe, his stage will be on the water and dancing will on the beach.  In June for the formal dance with David Hauptman we will place his stage on the beach and cover the water with a clear dance floor...so people can dance on the water.  

JB:   Is there anything else you would like to say?  Anything else you want to tell our readers?

CJ:   I’m just really grateful for the opportunity to share our space and music with people here in SL

There you have it folks.   Second Life’s newest venue for Live entertainment kicks off on May 31st with Gabriel da Silva at 1:00 PM SLT.  This is one show you do NOT want to miss.

Be there!  Aloha! - J.B.

 

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GeekSpeak – will China rule the world 10 years from now? Join the discussion May 18th at 12pm SLT

Let’s talk about China. Where is it going?  Will it be taking the lead in technology in a few years’ time?  How will world trade change when China completes its new network of land and sea trade routes (the belt and road initiative).  Will other countries become more like China as it grows more powerful?  Should we all be learning Mandarin?
What about the dark side of China?  The forced abortions, the re-education camps, the disappearances and killings, the constant monitoring, the social scores.  Would you like to live in China, or do you think China is an Orwellian horror show?  Are you frightened when you think of China ruling the world?
Or do you think China’s economy will collapse and there will be a revolution?  Maybe that possibility is equally frightening.
IM Vulcan Viper if you have ideas for new subjects.
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Danmu/143/127/51

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Sapphire Beach Club Opens to the Public!

On April 13, 2019 Sapphire Beach Club opened to the public. Located on Skyhill; a Full Region Sim. The Venue is outdoors with no solid roof and has direct access to the Beach and its surrounding.  Lined with palm trees and a beautiful Waterfront View. There is a Dancefloor and a Pool Area for hosted Pool Parties.

Our main motivation for creating Sapphire Beach Club was to have fun and meet people so we created a place were people can hang out, dance, listen to music, socialize and meet other people. We started hiring DJ's and had our Grand opening party just a couple of weeks ago. It is very important to us that we don't just focus on one genre of Music but approach different people with different tastes. Our Club DJ's will play Hip-Hop, RnB, Latino Merengue, Pop, Rock, Electronic Music and more.

The Club is not one of the 24 Hours Clubs in Secondlife because we want to create special events. Our team is very excited to host live events with some of the best singers in Secondlife coming very soon! 

We are also planning theme parties, game events and we will work together with tribute Bands for more variety. The lovely Amber LeFavre just recently joined our team as a Manager and as a Venue Owner herself she is very experienced in booking Artists and organizing Events. If you want to stay up to date on the development and future Events join our group or you will get an invite when you visit Skyhill.

There is so much more to experience and discover on Skyhill Island than just the Club. There is a Beach Area where you can chill and sunbathe with your friends, a Beach House and the Waterfall where you can hangout with your loved ones and a Yoga and Meditation Area where we meet to just breathe and relax. We hope that you come by.  We will be very glad to have you as our guests.

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The Best Marijuana Strains That You Can Take to Relieve Back Pain

Back pain is extremely common nowadays. Although prescription drugs are available for treating back pain, you may need to increase your dose over time in case you’re dealing with severe pain. In fact, if your symptoms don’t improve with time, your doctor may even ask you to change your medication.

The causes of back pain may vary from one person to another person. The symptoms can range in intensity from mild to severe. If left untreated, back pain can spread to other parts of the body, such as the legs and the neck.

Mayo Clinic states that an astonishing 80 percent of all Americans will suffer from back pain at least once in their lifetime. Treating this health condition can be a bit challenging. While opioid narcotics are prescribed for severe cases, these synthetic drugs are highly addictive and dangerous.

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, fentanyl and other synthetic opioid narcotics were responsible for over 17,000 prescription drug overdose deaths in 2017 alone. In recent times, alternative treatments for back pain have become immensely popular. One of these treatments is medical marijuana. Derived from the dried parts of the Cannabis sativa plant, medical marijuana has helped many people treat their back pain symptoms. You should definitely consider this promising treatment for back pain, especially if you’re seeking a natural alternative to conventional pain medication.

Medical Marijuana

Although marijuana has a long history of recreational use, it is now being used increasingly to treat a range of medical conditions, including chronic back pain. As a result, it is rapidly gaining acceptance by some segments of the medical community.

The Institute of Medicine published a report in 1999 that stated that marijuana might be effective for treating chronic pain caused by spinal cord injuries. The cannabinoids in marijuana can help suppress pain.

The University of Colorado Spine Center conducted another research which showed that cannabis is more effective than opioid prescriptions for treating back pain. According to the results of the study, 90 percent of back pain patients who were prescribed medical marijuana reported alleviation of chronic pain.

Here are the different strains of marijuana that can help you with chronic back pain:

OG Kush

This strain contains a high percentage of indica that provides THC.  THC generates euphoria and it helps to alleviate pain and muscle spasms.

OG Kush is psychoactive in nature since it contains relatively high levels of THC at about 23 percent. CBD accounts for just 1 percent.

Headband High THC

This strain is produced via a combination of OG Kush and Sour Diesel. It produces euphoria as it has relatively high levels of THC at 30 percent. However, the CBD levels are less than 1 percent. It can help reduce chronic back pain for relatively long durations.

Gorilla Glue

This hybrid strain is also known as 420 Glue. It’s produced with the help of Sour Diesel and Chocolate Diesel. Its THC levels are about 25 percent, hence it is a psychoactive strain. Gorilla Glue is great for back pain because it alleviates pain quickly and the effects last for a long time period.

Due to its long lasting effects, Gorilla Glue is preferred by patients who suffer from chronic conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, etc., as well as those with serious back injuries.

Candyland

This sativa dominant strain is produced by cross-breeding Bay Platinum Cookies and Granddaddy Purple.

Candyland helps stimulate your mind and improve your mood. It also helps alleviate chronic pain and eases tension in muscles. It is also known for reducing fatigue and stress.  Candyland has 24 percent THC, while a combined CBD and CBN of less than 1 percent.

ACDC

This sativa dominant strain of marijuana contains 16 to 24 percent CBD levels. It also has a CBD-to-THC ratio of around 20:1. Hence, this strain is rich in CBD and low in psychoactive THC. As a result, it does not produce euphoria.

Nevertheless, it is a powerful pain killer. These qualities make ACDC useful for people who need to maintain focus and gain mental clarity. As a result, it is being used extensively to get relief from chronic back pain.

Harlequin

This hybrid marijuana strain is sativa dominant. Its CBD levels can range from 4 to 10 percent; hence the strain has higher levels of CBD than other strains. Since its THC levels are low, it does not produce euphoria.

Harlequin is produced through a combination of Swiss Landrace, Colombian Gold and Thai. It has calming and soothing effects.  Hence, this strain is a popular choice for those who wish to experience pain relief without the euphoric high.

Uncle Andy

Although this strain is not particularly well-known, it is effective for pain relief. Uncle Andy has a fruity smell and is covered with trichomes. Pain relief is instant and can extend up to 3 hours.

You can learn more about different strains of marijuana for back relief and other medical symptoms.

Comparing THC and CBD

THC is quite similar to cannabinoid chemicals that are naturally found in the human body. When THC is inhaled or ingested, it interacts with the cannabinoid receptors of the brain. This stimulation triggers the reward system of the brain. As a result, you may experience reduced pain. THC is psychoactive in nature and it can lead to an elevated mood, which is better known as a high.

Although CBD is closely related to THC, it does not lead to a high, no matter how much you ingest it. Since CBD lacks psychotropic effects, it is becoming popular for treating chronic conditions, including pain.

In September 2018, the FDA approved Epidiolex. This is an anti-seizure drug that contains CBD derived from cannabis.

Why You Should Consider Medical Marijuana for Pain Relief

In December 2014, a study conducted by the College of Family Physicians of Canada recommended the use of medical marijuana for patients who are unable to find pain relief through other medications.

According to the results of a study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, cannabis can help alleviate chronic pain.

The results of these studies suggest that you should consider medical marijuana for chronic back pain. However, before taking it, speak to your physician about your health issues and medical marijuana.

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The Spring Full Perm Fair- May 3rd to May 19th 2019

40 TOP Creators-BIG Selection-ALL Categories-Discounts-FREE Gifts

The Spring Full Perm Fair features 40 top full permissions creators selling fashions-Furniture-textures and building components, templates,and sounds.ALL categories. Many full perm creators will be selling NEW Releases ,Fair Exclusives,with BIG Discounts.

 SHOP COMPARE $AVE at the biggest full perm event in SL now in it's 8th year. JOIN the Full Perm Group at entrance copy paste this link into local chat <secondlife:///app/group/9b6214fe-0dec-b9b2-ab13-c95b8f398c4b/about> for free full perm gifts and get latest NEW Release notices from the best Full Perm creators and also JOIN UP on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/groups/764547213617221

 SLurl to Fair      http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Calvelo/57/247/22

Contact inworld name Up4 Dawes 

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LUXE Paris, LUXE Dot Be & AIM Presents LOOK of the YEAR 2019 Style Contest

First Prize Women: L$50 000

First Prize Men: L$50 000

Are you a woman or a man of style? Well show it to us because we are looking for two ambassadors, a woman and a man, who will become the LOOKS of the YEAR of LUXE Paris and LUXE Dot Be and  win L$50 000 cash each!

OPEN TO ALL!

EASY TO PARTICIPATE!

This contest is open to all women and men of style. No need to be a professional model to apply as we train the finalists without experience! All you need is style, to express yourself through what you wear! We are looking for an elegant woman and a stylish man who will represent our brands with grace and character.

So do not wait longer, wear a LUXE Paris or a LUXE Dot Be outfit, style it, snap a picture, write your name in the title and send FULL PERM to LOOKoftheYEAR Resident. Each participant will automatically receive a free outfit from LUXE Paris or LUXE Dot Be.

Every week for 5 weeks, starting May 29th, we will publish the pictures of 5 semi-finalists women and 5 semi-finalists men on our website at lookoftheyear.wordpress.com. We will also display them in the LOOK of the YEAR Hall at our main stores on Bao/67/72/26  .

THE FINALISTS WILL EACH RECEIVE 10 FREE OUTFITS!

When we will have 25 semi-finalists women and 25 semi-finalists men, our jury will then select 10 finalists in each category.

These 10 finalists women and 10 finalists men will be revealed on July 3th and be invited to meet the judges at the LOOK of the YEAR Brunch on July 7th. At this occasion, the finalists will be asked to explain why they would be a good ambassador for LUXE Paris or LUXE Dot Be. They will also be invited to select 10 free outfits each at our main stores!

This brunch will be followed by two styling challenge-shows, sponsored by AIM. The challenge-show Happy Sunny Afternoon will take place on July 14th and the challenge-show Romance at the Ritz in Paris will be held on July 21th, immediately followed by the grand finale and the revealing of our LOOKS of the YEAR 2019-2020.

L$275 000 IN PRIZES

Each of our two ambassadors will also win:  One year of free shopping at LUXE Paris/ LUXE Dot Be (a value of L$30 000), a fashion feature in the magazines ModeLS,  SL Confidencial, L'Amour Diversity and The Second Life Enquirer (a value of L$30 000),  a private dinner party for 20 at the Duplex Club (a value of L$5000), a scholarship at In-Nova Model Training (a value of L$4000), a gift card of L$3500 at ProPose, a gift card of L$3000 at Alma Makeup, a crown by Zuri Jewelry (a scepter for the man), a value of L$1500, an official picture by Jack Rock (a value of L$1000), an hour coaching with Ponchituti Boucher and a VIP invite to be part of AIM Modeling Agency.

The two runners up in each category (women & men) will also receive a scholarship at In-Nova Model Training (a value of L$4000), a Zuri tiara or scepter (L$1000), a gift card from ProPose (L$2500 for the first and L$1500 for the second), a gift card from Alma Makeup (L$1000 for the first and L$500 for the second) and an official picture by Jack Rock (L$1000). They will also get an hour coaching with Ponchituti Boucher and be interviewed by ModeLS Magazine and SL Confidencial.

''IT WAS THE BEST MOMENT OF MY SECOND LIFE''

 - Nany Jurado, LOOK of the YEAR 2018-2019

''Winning the LUXE Paris LOOK of the YEAR contest was the best moment of my Second Life'', confides Nany Jurado, a soccer mom from Medellin, Colombia, who has been in  Second Life for nine years.

''When I think about the moment they said my name, I get excited again! I have no words to describe the power of the joy which filled me suddenly. I was crying and laughing in the arms of my RL daughters as the IM were coming from everywhere!''

Nany was selected as the best ambassador for LUXE Paris among 123 candidates. Elegant, stylish, genuine and with a very generous personality, Nany represents the LUXE Paris spirit perfectly.  We were really please to have her as our brand ambassador throughout the year.

''All year, it was a magnificent experience and I encourage everybody to go for it'', continues Nany Jurado.

''The things you learn, the friendships you build, the staff who treats you with a huge love and respect... Really, I would do it again if I was allowed!''

THE JURY

The judges will give a score to each finalist at each of the two challenge-shows and the total of those two scores will determine the winners.

The contestants will be judged on their style, elegance and originality by a prestigious jury: Parisian Skytower and Mika Palmyra, owner-designer of LUXE Paris, Boniefacio, owner-designer of LUXE Dot Be, Essy Luv, co-owner of Amazing Impressions Modeling agency (AIM), Marcus Lefevre-Enimo, Founder and Chairman of Miss SL Organization, Nany Jurado, LUXE Paris LOOK of the YEAR 2018-2019, Chemak Kamala, owner of SL Confidencial magazine,  Ava Jhamin, owner of L'Amour Diversity magazine, Naar Rexen, owner of In-Nova Modeling Academy, Zuri Rayna, owner of Zuri Jewelry, Ponchituti Boucher, owner of ProPose, Onix Noir, owner of Alma Makeup, Falbala Staheli, top model & photographer, Lanai Jarrico, owner of The Second Life Enquirer, and Haniak Feiri, General Manager Duplex Club.

You can enter the contest as many times as you wish as long as you present a different outfit for each entry. The deadlines to submit your picture and qualify for the weekly semi-finals are: May 24th, May 31th, June 7th, June 14th and June 21th.

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The Silk Road Series #1 at Caravanserai. The crossroads of the arts in Second Life. Sat May 18, 2019 5am-8am SLT

Video promo:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-JErgwvpoY

From Singapore to Second Life: come to the Caravanserai for a one-night stop over to witness a grand live concert, streamed online as Singapore wordsmiths and improv musicians team up with accomplished artists, writers, musicians, comics, filmmakers and poets from Germany, UK, Holland, Portugal, Japan, Mexico, Costa Rica, Hawaii, Canada and the USA.

This coming together of SL and Singaporean artists is in aid of Feed a Smile, a charity serving Kenyan school children.

Feature artists include Yadleen (ambient keyboards), Karima Hoisan and Natascha Randt, (machinima screening and discussion) in world poets and well known performers like Rosedrop Rust on the same programme as  comedians such as Esteban Voljeti and world wide storytellers like Caledonia Skytower.

Kaylee West, founder of Chinese Island, a part of the Monash University sims where Caravanserai is located says, ‘So much of world history is built on the dialogue and cultural exchange represented by the land and sea Silk Roads.”

Her colleague, Singh, (Dr Chris Moone-Singh, an Australian located in Singapore, himself a poet-singer and educator adds, ‘We are very happy to start the Silk Road Series and share the heritage of East-West arts.”

As the Singaporeans share South-East Asian culture, world artists likewise share their poems, songs and stories this unique programme will be streamed live from Second Life from their online locations in the spirit of bygone days along the digital Silk Road.

View @ TWITCH

https://www.twitch.tv/thewriterscentre

Singh (Albatros)

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Dr Chris Mooney-Singh

The Writers Centre, Singapore

http://www.chrismooneysingh.com 

http://thewriterscentre.org

http://wordforward.org

http;//litupasia.com 

http://redwheelbarrowbooks.net

http://singaporepoetryslam.com

http://www.campsunbird.com

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The Singularly Extraordinary Voodoo Shilton In Command Performance At PETRA's May 17th 7pm SLT

When Voodoo Shilton's name is mentioned by other artists,  it is most often done so in hushed reverant tones.
All one as to do is hear Voodoo pluck the first notes of a song or composition on his nylon string guitar and they understand why.

With great joy and passion Voodoo Shilton plays a huge span of musical styles on the nylon-stringed guitar and many other instruments! His music is steeped in a background that includes jazz, world music, latin jazz, flamenco, gypsy jazz, fusion jazz, bossa nova,  blues, classical music,  indian music and more! His favorite approach is creating multi instrumental original music based on looping that features bass, vocals, percussion, synth, melodica, mandolin and more, with the nylon stringed guitar as primary focus. He also enjoys playing jazz covers, and original arrangements and instrumental melodies on guitar.

Voodoo also is an active and prolific dual stream performer; having "dualed" with many of the best musicians in Second Life.

PETRA's is proud to present this very gifted artist in a command performance this Friday, May 17 at 7:00PM SLT.
Please join us in welcoming Voodoo Shilton back to PETRA's.  This is a "do not miss" concert.

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Petra's Event Schedule for May 14 & May 17th

TUESDAY, MAY 14
                                                        

 PERFORMER 
                                                            
                                                            
                                           
4:00PM          Wayne Davis
                                           

5:00PM          Erik Kottzen
                                           

6:00PM          Liam Wakeman
                                           

7:00PM          TOXIE
                                           

8:00PM          Essence Bilasimo
                                           
                                           
                                           
                                           
FRIDAY, MAY 17
                                                            
                                                            
PERFORMER
                                                                
1:00PM          Telima

2:00PM          Lisa Brune
                                            
3:00PM          Jack Slade
                                            

4:00PM          AMforte Clarity

                                            
5:00PM          Collin Martin
                                            
 6:00PM          Max Kleene

 7:00pm          Voodoo Shilton

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Fashion Blogging with Instagram: How Should You Get Started?

Instagram is the next big thing after Facebook in social media and although Facebook actually owns the newer social media platform as well, fashion has a bigger presence on Instagram than it does on its parent company. So how do you start blogging with the popular social media website? Well, the following tips should point you in the right direction.

Understand that Photography is a Huge Part of the Whole Thing

When most of us scroll through our Instagram timelines, we almost exclusively look at photos, and maybe watch a few short videos or Boomerangs. What this means for your fashion blog is that it just has to have great photos to make any mark on Instagram.

Hire a photographer if you must, or do a small course in photography yourself, but the quality of the actual photographs cannot be subpar if you want to make it as a fashion icon on Instagram.

Upload on a Fairly Regular Basis

Do understand that in case of your own blog, it might actually be better to post every once in a while unless you have regular, high-quality content, but that is not true for social media in general, and Instagram in particular.

Do not sacrifice on the quality of the content, but you cannot leave weeks between each post either. Also, sticking to a fairly predictable schedule is ideal to make the Instagram algorithms work towards promoting your content better.

Get a Boost on Instagram with a Super Dose of Likes

Did you know that people can actually buy likes on Instagram via Famoid? Yes, it’s quite possible, and since you are trying to promote your fashion blog via the social media site, there is nothing comparable to a thousand likes on a post that you are proud of to launch you into fame from oblivion.

Famoid doesn’t ask for any passwords, the likes are from real, active profiles, and it will happen almost instantly after the purchase. Just make sure that the content you are actually promoting looks worthy of those likes and the small investment.

Find and Concentrate on Your Strengths

While trying to get a handle on social media promotions, finding and concentrating on your strengths to build a reputation in that department is the single most important aspect of reaching success.

For example, if you are a talented fashion designer, find your niche by observing which of the clothes that you designed and posted pictures of got the highest number of likes and comments.

On the other hand, if you want to be a model, or already are one, see which attires, dresses and looks get you the most attention.

From a business point of view, social media is a medium to seek attention from your target audience, so you must give them more of what they like in order to grow bigger.

It is important to understand that these can only get you so far, and unless there is some real talent, sense of fashion and good content backing your efforts up, nothing is going to be enough. In case you have that part covered though, the tips we just discussed will give you all you need to succeed and earn real money by using Instagram like a fashion blogger is supposed to.

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GeekSpeak - is it time we turned to the sea for resources? Join the discussion Saturday May 11th at 12pm SLT

Technological progress has made it possible to plan for deep sea mining, mining for resources at the bottom of the sea or mining the sea water itself for minerals, for gold or for salt.  We can also use the sea for solar energy platforms.  We can harvest seaweeds and plankton.

What effect will this have on landbased nations? Will such harvesting in international waters be allowed?  Will we change the laws on international waters?  Will there be wars over the use of the sea?  Will seasteading (living on the sea) be allowed?  Will it lead to new sea nations?

What effect will using the sea have on marine ecosystems?  Will it solve our resource problems?  Will it lead to new problems?

Come and discuss the deep blue sea.  Bring a lifeboat.

IM Vulcan Viper if you have any ideas for new subjects.

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Danmu/143/127/51

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