The world online exposes us to so many options that might otherwise never exist in our life off line. For some, it is because they live in a rural part of the world that simply does not have an array of entertainment options and for others, like me, their health does not permit outings and experiences that look and sound enticing.
I've played a little bit of every character in Second Life and explored it since March of 2005 when my first Caryn character entered this virtual world of many opportunities, and many hats. One day I was an official Second Life Mentor, the next I was helping to manage an island called Nage Prime. Each time I tried something new, it reminded me of the saying about trying on different hats.
In the southern region of the United States (and likely other places as well) when someone is graduating high school or college, they're often encouraged to try on different hats until they find the most fitting career choice. I put on {{BSD Design Studio}}'s hat, sold at the Hair Fair right now, and realized this new look with Dot-Be Fashion's very casual top and the accessories including one of Chop Zuey's always amazing and generous gifts created an image that was very new to me. I ended up trying on a new hat, both figuratively and literally.
Featuring Dot-Be Fashion Unisex Rolled Sleeve Shirt
Featuring Chop Zuey Spangles Ring
Featuring {{BSD Design Studio}} Bandana from Hair Fair
1. EMO-tions: Anna
2. Poetic Color: Autum Colors - Storm
3. Face Paint: Marie
4. Pulcino Nails: Reyukken
5. Mirror's Enigma: Nixie Light Skintone
6. Ben's Beauty: Always Earrings
7. Miamai: Pink Catwalk Lashes
8. Boho HoBo: Bohemian Punk Mesh Jeans
Memories flood our senses in a way like nothing tangible could be described and they overtake us for the moment. Many times memories feel like something that just happened yesterday or last week, when in fact our time has passed greatly and the memory conjured comes from decades ago, another time, another place.
This week, my baby boy turned 21. It put life in perspective. And those memories of childhood, and all that happened in those 21 years came rushing over me, like the wind from a hurricane or a giant wave, so fiercely that for a brief time, I felt it all around me and inside me.
The musical CATS has a stage set almost like this one found at Image Essentials. It immediately brought the song and show to mind. The show itself is another crystal memory I have of a time long ago. I was 15 and dating a handsome young man who surprised me for my birthday by taking me to an off Broadway showing of CATS. I won't forget those special moments, and though some of them occurred a lifetime ago, they've shaped me. The same can be true of those who've impacted my life in Second Life. Some have known me since my first Caryn incarnation in 2005. Many disappeared, but I still have those memories tucked away in my heart as well. Every phase of life leaves us staring at the moon, reminiscing, looking back at our lives. I hope that each of you who pause to reflect on memories have something special on or off line that warms the heart and heals the soul.
"MemoryAll alone in the moonlightI can smile at the old daysI was beautiful thenI rememberThe time I knew what happiness wasLet the memory live again"--excerpt taken from Andrew Lloyd Webber's show CATS
Featured [nn] (No Name) Mighty Nations1. Custom Shape2. Mirror's Enigma Medow Light Skintone3. Poetic Eyes: Quicksilver4. Face Paint: Synister Style 55. [elikatira] Breathe6. Sexy Mama Valentine Manicure7. Boho Hobo: Armaghan Beehive Pendant Choker8. Alice Blue: Inspire Jewelry Set9. Image Essentials Poses Studio
