Some Mornings Are Great...

      ...Some not so much. Some days are so full of pain you can't help but cry. Luckily those days aren't often, but when the do happen I can always count on the combination of a hot cup of coffee and the caffeine that lies within. The pain can be physical or emotional, but for me it's usually the physical kind. 

      Having an auto-immune disease can suck big time. Some mornings everything hurts and just getting out of bed can feel like a major victory. Unfortunately it's also the thing that can cause long times between posts. The biggest cause of the tears is frustration, all the things that were easy or pain free that I took for granted. Trying to do all the things I want to, but knowing I have to give priority to the things that I need to do. Don't get me wrong there are good days and I take advantage of them as much as I can. I guess I needed to share today. Don't worry I promise this will be the only one for a long time that is all raw and truthful about my non-digital life. Go forth and read the credits and shop!


Credits
Top: Decoy - Rosalie Crop Top: Ice (@Collabor88)
Jeans: RIOT / Bella Jeans - Maitreya
Earrings: CELESTE - Caffeine Earrings  - Gold (@ The Liaison Collaborative)
Necklace: CELESTE - Caffeine Necklace - Gold (@ The Liaison Collaborative)
Hair: Magika - Hair - Faye
Head: LAQ Bento - Ivy
Head Applier: 7 Deadly s{K}ins - CARAMEL KAYA skins
Tears: LAQ ~ Falling Tears
Eyes: .euphoric ~Fiona Eyes  Applier ~[Laq]Pack#01
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara
Pose: FOXCITY. Early Mornings Bento Single Pose

Music Mondays - Shut Up And Dance

      Another more modern song, which my darling child refers to as a "song from her childhood", meanwhile she is only 14. For me this is just a fun song, and I can be bossy too like the "girl" in the song.

      I have been known to dance around while doing mundane things like cleaning the kitchen, or folding laundry. There is just something about dancing that makes me smile. I will dance even though I have two left feet and no actual rhythm. There is nothing wrong with doing something that makes you happy everyday... I mean as long at it is legal and stuff!

Credits
I wore
Dress: Tee*fy Hailey Dress - Maitreya
Bracelets & ring:  (Yummy) Havana ring & bangle set
Necklace: Kibitz - The heart necklace - gold
Shoes: REIGN.- GLITTER LOLA SNEAKERS
Hair:  /Wasabi Pills/ Grace Mesh Hair
Head: LAQ Bento - Scarlet
Head Applier:  LAQ ~ Anais Skin [All Tones] Omega
Makeup:  ~Shiny Stuffs~ Night Life LAQ Appliers (Powder Pack MARCH19)
Eyes: {S0NG} :: Hiyori~ Faded Eye
Body:  Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara

He wore
Jacket: RIOT / Ace Leather jacket
Jeans:  ColdAsh - ELIAS Skinny Jeans - (Black)
Ring: amias - EGINO ring RARE 2
Shoes: SEMLLER Canvas Low Tops BLACK
Hair:  VOLTHAIR- Daniel Hair
Head: .LeLutka.Head.Guy
Head Applier:  STRAY DOG -  MIGUEL LELUTKA - TONE 04
Eyes: !TLB - Harper Eyes
Body: [Signature] Gianni Body
Pose: Sari-Sari - Dance II (bento)
Background: FOXCITY. #MOOD Gacha - 8 - Thin

Music Mondays - Play That Song

     This week we are popping back a more current song choice, Play That Song by Train. I have always been in awe of anyone who could play a musical instrument. I have zero talent in that department, but seem to be drawn to people who can. We all have our quirks right?



    This post makes me want to have one of my favorite people play some music for me. Hopefully they know who they are. Anyway, I figured I would do something brighter since last week was a little dark, in more ways than one! And since I figured adding a picture of the "looks" was a good idea here are this weeks.


     I will be back again next week with another song, and as always, if you have a song suggestion I am all ears.

Credits
I Wore
Cardigan &top: Blueberry - The Cutieberry - Cardigan & Top (Loose) Maitreya
Jeans: Blueberry - Lila - Rolled Cuff Jeans - Booty 2 - Maitreya
Shoes: fri. - Sophie.Sandals (Cloud) - Maitreya
Hair: Exile:: Megan
Head: LAQ Bento - Scarlet 3.05
Head Applier: LAQ ~ Joline skin [All tones]
Eyeshadow & Lipstick: alaskametro<3 "Fresh" makeup set - LAQ  (March '19 Powder Pack)
Eyes: AG. Aurora Eyes - Fresh
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara
Shape: { wren's nest } Scarlet proportional for LAQ Scarlet Bento Head

He Wore
Jacket: etham - Luke Jacket - Signature
Jeans: [Deadwool] Kojima jeans - (stack) - midnight
Ring: amias - EGINO ring RARE 2 
Necklace: amias - VITALI wheel short - silver
Hair: Stealthic - Narcotic (Unrigged)
Head: .LeLutka.Head.Guy
Head Applier: Clef de Peau.Adrien
Stubble:  Lelutka HUD
Eyes: AG. Striking Eyes Gacha - 01
Body: [Signature] Gianni Body
Pose w/ Guitar:  FOXCITY. Play Me
Solo Poses: shi.s.poses BENTO Male #2-6

Photos taken at Scarlett Isle 

Music Mondays - 3 AM

      We are visiting the 90's again this Monday with a little Matchbox 20. There will probably be a lot of 90's tunes during this fun little exercise because that was when I was a teenager so there are a lot of memories attached to some of these songs. There is no special connection to this one though, I just like it.

      It may be hard to see, but the clock on the wall is in fact stuck at 3 AM. As you can also see there is are a few bits of the lyrics I chose to focus on. Again you can always head over to Youtube to check out the actual video, which was not much of a source of inspiration this week. 

      I just wanted to let you have an extra picture of my in something a little sexy. My vanity is showing today and that's okay. Hope you have a great week and see you again next Monday with another song!

Credits
Lingerie: Blueberry - Selena - Cherry
Ring: amias - REVA ring 2 silver
Hair: Exile::Spring
Head: CATWA HEAD Lona
Face Applier: [PUMEC]  - #9  -April- CATWA SKIN App. (Gacha #17)
Eyes: AG. Luna Eyes Gacha - 09
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara
Poses: FOXCITY. Effortless VOL1

Scene

Background: MINIMAL - Paris Views Scene -REGULAR Version-  (No Bright)

Rain: {anc} drizzle 

Bed: Lagom - Northern bed [Grey] ADULT

Nightstand: Silence. - Dark Grey Nightstand

Vases: Silence. - Delia Vases - Iron

Clock: LISP - Mesh - Charlotte Clock Noir 

Rug: Silence. - Clara Rug - Black

Wrong Choice

      They did say the cricket was for luck, I should have listened. At least I have my bead of jade for beauty. If you haven't figured it out I am referencing Mulan. When I saw the red animesh dragon from lassitude and ennui at The Ark i instantly thought of Mushu from Mulan. I wanted to go for a more modern look for Mulan, while still being me. The dragon will circle around you so maybe he is a good guardian, I mean he can't be any worse than Mushu right?

Credits
Top: Tres Blah - Elle Kimono  - Midnight
Jeans: Tres Blah - Flared Jeans/ High Heel  - Mid Wash
Earrings: MINA - Hattie Hoop Jade
Dragon: lassitude & ennui Dragon animesh pet - red ( at The Ark)
Hair: Exile:: Dia
Head: LAQ Bento - Scarlet 3.05
Applier: LAQ ~ Cherry Skin [All Tones]
Lipstick Applier: Izzie's - Glossy Lipstick (at Flourish)
Eye makeup: Izzie's - Omega - Applier Eye Blush
Eyes: AG. Seductive Eyes - Mocha
Lashes: LAQ ~ Eyelashes 05
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara V4.1
Shape: { wren's nest } Scarlet proportional for LAQ Scarlet Bento Head
Poses: Serendipity: zephyrine... (bento)
Background: Foxcity Out of Luck (@ Backdrop Cove)

Music Mondays - Bed of Roses

      I had hoped to start this last Monday, but then Mother Nature decided to have a say in where I was. I guess that is the price you have to pay to live where the sun shines and the ocean is close. For the past few months I have been working on taking pictures inspired by songs and their music videos. For my first post I have gone with Bed of Roses by Bon Jovi.

      As you can see he is laying me down in a bed of roses. A little on the nose sure, but it was fun to create a scene based on lyrics. His look is loosely based on the look of lead singer of Bon Jovi in the music video. If you have a song suggestion feel free to let me know. I do love a challenge!

Credits
I wore
Dress: Blueberry - Sweater Dress - Gift
Necklace:  Kibitz - Locked heart necklace - onyx
Hair: TRUTH / Kare
Head: CATWA HEAD Lona
Head Applier: Essences Jonna #E6 (July Powder Pack)
Brows: alaskametro<3 "Emma" eyebrows -
Lipstick: alaskametro<3 "Blossom" makeup palette -
Eyes: AG. Aurora Eyes - Fresh
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara


He Wore
Shirt: {COLD-ASH} Mens AARON Tucked Tee (SingleColor-White)
Jeans:{COLD-ASH} Mens HOLLOWAY Ripped Jeans (Dark Blue-SingleColor)
Shoes: SEMLLER Canvas Low Tops BLACK
Necklace: [MANDALA] OKAKI NECKLACE
Ring: amias - EGINO ring RARE 2
Bracelet: amias - STINE 4 brown
Hair: Wasabi // Cole Mesh Hair
Head: CATWA HEAD Daniel
Head Applier: Clef de Peau.Noah T4 [CATWA] Applier
Ears: MANDALA]STEKING_ears_ver4
Eyes: AG. Reverie Eyes - Ocean
Body: [Signature] Gianni Body - Body -
Pose:  Ana Poses - Lay Me Down

Decor
Background: FOXCITY. Photo Booth - Crescent Room
Roses and petals: Persefona Floating Roses & Persefona Floating Petals for Roses
Candles: TLG - FF2019 - Shrine Candles -

Sun Shining

      On of the best things about living in the south for me is the sunshine, even if we do have a love hate relationship. I love the sun, however my skin and the sun don't get along. I am either super pale, or red as Rudolph's nose. Luckily in my digital life that is not an issue.

      As you can see here I have combined my two favorite things, the sun and yellow. is it really any wonder that yellow is my favorite color? I mean who didn't use yellow at least once in their lives to color the sun? I was going to be a little wordier, but I have a ride to catch for some fun in the not sun ;)

Credits
Top: erratic / brie - top / yellow (maitreya) (@ Anthem)
Skirt: Cynful Ekaterina Jeans Skirt - Navy (@ Anthem)
Shoes: REIGN.- Bow Tassel Wedges - KNEE
Ring (right hand): amias - REIN 2 steel
Rings (left Hand): Kibitz - Summer love rings - silver
Sunglasses: [Fetch] Olivia Glasses
Hair: MINA Hair - Serene (@ Salon 52)
Head: CATWA HEAD Lona v3.2
Head Applier: DeeTaleZ *Appliers* CATWA Head "Face Tulip" Mixedtype
Eyes: [PUMEC]  -  / Mesh Eyes #10  \   - CATWA mini  HUD
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara V4.1
Poses: FOXCITY. Babe Bento Pose Set
Background: MINIMAL - Instagram Background *2*

Perfectly Pink

      You are about to witness something as rare, well I am not sure, but something fairly rare. You see today I am wearing, wait for it.....Pink!*cue the gasps and fainting ladies* Now I know there are ladies out there that absolutely adore pink, but I am not one of them. Red hair and pale skin do not make for a lover of pinks. Enough of my words, here is a picture.

      As you can see I have surrounded myself in pink. Luckily the glass of bubbly in my hand makes it all worth it in the end. Why yes there is a theme here, thanks for noticing (just pretend if you didn't)

Credits
Top: erratic / sina - top / FATPACK (maitreya)
Skirt: ERSCH - MiRae Skirt M-LARA SAKURA FATPACK
Head Accessory: *LODE* Head Accessory - Wild Sakura Wreath [pink]
Hair: Exile:: Luster
Head: CATWA HEAD Lona v3.2
Head Applier: DeeTaleZ *Appliers* CATWA Head "Face Tulip" Mixedtype
Lip gloss applier: Izzie's - Spring Blossom Lipgloss 
Eyeshadow applier: Izzie's - Spring Blossom Eyeshadow 
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara V4.1
Glass: Schadenfreude Convoitise Etoile Rose Glass, 1 sakura (hold)
Background: FOXCITY. Photo Booth - Cherry Blossom

as a bonus my shape was made by my partner in crime, Sakura

Always Tulips, Never Roses

        Everyone has something they prefer, when it comes to flowers it's always tulips and never roses. I just don't care for roses, nor do I care for diamonds. Yes I wear diamonds, but the ones I wear have sentimental value. In my digital life that dislike doesn't carry over as much. You see in my digital life I don't have to smell the roses (not a scent I am a fan of), no do I feel uncomfortable in diamonds in my digital life.


      While roses don't bother me in my digital life I will always pick them up whenever I see them being sold.

Credits
Tank top: -tres blah- Bella Tank Top (Maitreya) - White
Shirt: BUENO-Olivia Wrap-
Bracelets: Cae :: Floret :: Bracelet 1 - Flowers
                  Cae :: Floret :: Bracelet 5 - Solitaire
                  Cae :: Floret :: Bracelet 7 - Gem
                  Cae :: Floret :: Bracelet 9 - Pearl
Hair: TRUTH / Ambriel (Group Gift)
Head: LAQ Bento head - Cherry
Head Applier: [PF] <Vanilla> - Melody - LAQ Head Applier
Eyes: {S0NG} :: Maple~ Lavi Eye
Ears: .random.Matter. - Song Human Ears
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara V4.1
Nails: e.marie // Mix&Match Coffin GLITTER - Purples
Poses: FOXCITY. Effortless VOL2

Flowers
Yellow bunch: naked. spring tulips. yellow
Pinks in pot: Ariskea [Sunshine] Tulips [ Rosy ]
Pink in grey vase: Dutchie Spring Gift: vase with 2 color change tulips (group gift)
Tulips in squat white vase: Pixel Mode - Emily's Garden - Table Tulips
Red Tulips: Sway's [Filis] Tulips . red
Yellow & Purple tulips: {what next} 'Emma' Tulips Bouquet (purple+yellow)
Roses: Apple Fall Roses Box (Champagne)
Yellow/red tulips: West Village Spring Tulips - Yellow Red (at Belle)
Mixed color tulips: Sway's [Filis] Tulips . colorful
Pale tulips: {what next} Isabelle Tulips
Purple: Pixel Mode - Emily's Garden - Tulips in a Can -  Purple
Dusty pink tulips: hive // fresh tulips [pink]
Background: hive // built-in kitchen skybox

*All the flowers are noted on the picture on Flickr.

Leaf Peeper

      Here I am playing coy. I say playing because I am not sure I could ever actually be coy. Then again I think I could try to be shy and/or modest, but it's the alluring bit that eludes me. Hey stop laughing you! I could be modest if I wanted to be! Fine, even I couldn't type that with a straight face. I do think I am pretty awesome and have no problem saying such most days.


      Enough about me and my over-inflated ego. I am here to show pretty things, and cute things too, because that is how I would describe this hair from bonbon. It has a youthful nature to it that definitely vibes with the whole coy thing. Also since it is officially fall (though it's still in the 90's here) I am wearing a cardigan. I would live in cardigans year round if I thought I would withstand a southern summer in one. I love the color of the autumn leaves still, even if I don't get to see them. 


Credits 

Sweater: (fd) Slinky Cardigan - Navy  (at Collabor88)

Earrings & Necklace: Cae :: Astrid :: Collection

Bracelet: Cae :: Autumn :: Charm Bracelet

Hair: bonbon - sam hair  (at Hair Fair)

Head: CATWA HEAD Lona v3.2

Head Applier: DeeTaleZ *Appliers* CATWA Head "Kyouko" European

Eyes & Lashes: .euphoric ~Anastacia Beauty Set~[Catwa] (June Powder Pack)

Eyeshadow: alaskametro<3  - "Kohl" eyeliner (SLB15 gift)

Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara V4.1

Poses: FOXCITY. Autumn Bento Pose Set

Photos taken at the Valor Pose and Photography Sim

Stars, Hair and Stars in Hair

      Look into my eyes, you are getting sleepy very sleepy. Now when I count to ten you will do to The Arcade and buy all the hairs. One...two...ten!! Did it work? No well alright, but I still think you should head to the Arcade.



      Having trouble getting into The Arcade? Are all the sims full? Do you love hair? Would you like early access to the Hair Fair later this month? If you answered yes to all these questions then do I have a deal for you! Just look at the poster.


      Because I love you and want you to be hair happy here is the website so you can see the participating stores. Hair Fair 2018  Maybe you will be one of the lucky winners for this golden ticket opportunity!*


Credits

Top: erratic / sina - top / FATPACK (maitreya)

Jeans: Blueberry - Lila - Rolled Cuff Jeans - Booty 1 - Maitreya

Necklace: Cae :: Bella Notte :: Necklace

Earrings: Cae :: Bella Notte :: Earring

Hair: Doe: Londra (twotone) - Browns (at TheArcade)

Head: CATWA HEAD Kathy v3.2

Head Applier: [PF] Pippa - CATWA Applier (August Powder Pack)

Lashes: #Besom~Crystal Lash *CATWA* (August Powder Pack)

Eye Applier: Aurealis Beauty. CATWA. Lagoon eyes. Shade #2 (at Cosmopolitan)

Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara V4.1

Poses: *EP* You Lose

Background: FOXCITY. #MOOD Gacha - 8 - Thin Patience (Black) (Common)(at The Arcade)

*Sorry you don't get a golden ticket, but you would get in early so it's just as good as a golden ticket. Though giving the winners a golden toupee instead of a golden ticket would be freakin' hilarious.

Our Story

Our Story isn't in the frames on the walls. 
Our story is written on my skin, quite literally. 
It's also there in every wrinkle, every grey hair hidden by hair dye. 
Our Story is the in memories I carry every day.


That was my attempt at being somewhat poetic and such. I am by no means a poet nor do I claim to be one. 

Credits

Undies: erratic / lily - thong / noir (maitreya)

Hair: TRUTH / Tinsley

Tattoo:  +Fallen Gods Inc. Touch of a lover, Black

Head: CATWA HEAD Lona v2.16

Face Applier: -Belleza- Verity Catwa Applier Sunkissed 

Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara V4.1

Pose: *!R.O!* Perceiving BENTO Pose w/ Mesh Wine Glass (wear)

Background: FOXCITY. Photo Booth - Blank Minds (at Kustom9)