Sage and Crystals Fall 2021 by Sage and Crystals

Issue 02 Fall 2021

Beautiful

Endings

Seasonal Transitions ○ Autumn Harvest ○ Lucas Lameth ○ Fall Decor ○ Ancestor Remembrance ○ Family Roleplay ○ Fox Hollow ○ Comfort Food & more

Table OF C Letter from the Editor pg. 12-13

Autumn Harvest pg. 7

Decorating with Ari Lexington pg. 16-39

Falling into In Conversation w pg. 8

In the Kitchen with Lucas Lameth pg. 40-44 Autumnal Fruits and Vegetables pg. 46-53 Soul Soothing Comfort Foods pg. 54-61 Fast Food on the Grid pg. 62-69

Forest Bathing a pg. 10

Ancestral Re pg. 11

Reclaiming Cottagec Pg. 12

Blogger Spotlight: D pg. 13

Contents

Around the Grid 72-85

Fox Hollow: with Taissa Black 86-101

at Mindful Cove 02-111

emembrance 14-121

core: A Photo Series 24-133

Delphine Demarche 34-141

Through the Photographic Lens : Jakobat Bergan pg. 142-147 Role Playing Family Dynamics pg. 150-163 The Ambiguity of Age in a Virtual Environment: An opinion piece by Ametrine pg.164-171 The Benefits of Letting Go pg. 172-173 Tarot Astrology With Ametrine pg. 178-179 Index pg. 182-186

A Letter from

the Collective

ith familiarity, autumn’s seductive beauty mesmerizes us each year with the transformation of leaves into stunning vivid colors. The warm feeling that it gives us internally, enchants us. And, then, we fall into its cozy, snug, magical embrace. As the season is well underway, almost too soon, it will be ending. In this issue, we traveled the grid to capture some moments that made us feel comfortable, peaceful, and reminiscent of the season. We are all aware that autumn is the friendly precursor transitioning us into the cold and hibernating characteristics of winter. Suddenly the air becomes crisper and the stems on trees go bare. We know that winter is coming and it’s a time for incubation and introspection. Therefore, practicing gratitude and recognizing our blessings is especially important this time of year before we are forced to turn inwardly for the long winter ahead. In the meantime, enjoy the remainder of the season. Stay well, enjoy the warmth of the sunshine, and take good care of yourself. Re-

member, be kind to the souls you meet along the way. Thanks for spending time with us. Love and Blessings,

The Collective

Thank you to all of our models and contributors: alanamarie90 jkrave kayvionjones ari.heartsong Bren Kenin Lucas Lameth Taissa Black HarperNova Kalix Static Zaiierra Maerin Tatch SunAnn Delphine Demarche Jakobat Bergan Benji LeBeaute Adams Granny Magnolia Mercury Trouble Dethly Ethan Lane Y4na Resident

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his space is full of rich, warm tones paired with STATEMENT words that welcome the new season. From the gold bulbs that shimmer against the flames of the fire on those crisp Autumn nights, this space has a very lived-in feel while giving a slightly well-traveled vibe. From our crisp white couch, toppled with bold, warm colors, accompanied by a cinnamon bun

and rich pumpkin spice latte on the coffee table, this place is where conversations happen! While sitting on a borrowed dining room chair, life decisions can be made while reading the latest headlines. The gem in this room is our affirmations space. I read somewhere, “Fall is the season that teaches us how beautiful it is to let go…” as the leaves fall they make way for some-

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thing new. Fall reminds us to be thankful and to let even the darker sides of ourselves have fun under the twilight. So often we deal with wondering where we are in life? Do we like what we see when we look in the mirror? This space reminds us of four things. Firstly, that we can let go. Secondly, we are enough. Thirdly, every aspect of our being is growing and evolving.

Lastly, to revel in who we are and think positively. We close this space with a bit of a nook by the window. While looking at the photos of our travels and understanding the assignment, darling we need to add more!

INDUSTR Sur

ave you ever wondered why there is always a surplus of conversation at the dinner table over good food? It just might be that anticipation sparks the conversation. As the course gets laid out on the table our minds begin to depress and we let it all go. I think our little begging puppy Max, certainly hopes we drop a few pieces of fresh bread from the table. Do not worry we made a little space for him with his treats for all our healthy dog lovers.

This room combines elements from our cultivated kitchen while saying goodbye to our past magazine issue kitchen’s vibe. We will explore more this month by welcoming the fall season without keeping it strictly the normal hearty autumn colors. So, to the decorators, constant couch rearranges, and shopaholics, we hope this space inspires you to do autumn your way. Step out of the norm and have fun as it suits you. Have a sip of wine on us and relax a bit while we break down the deets on this space.

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This room blends the wrought iron from the focal wall, curtain rods, chairs, bookcase, and even the window frame on our console table. Coupled with blue, oranges, rich chocolate browns, creams, and a pop of red, this space has a relaxed earthy vibe. Along with a splash of country, chic is added with our fabric choices in this room. This is showcased in the roman shades to the tablecloths and even grandma’s old cookbook and bench chair for extra seating and storage in this space. More elements and

styles are blended with the contemporary art used in this space, with a few fern photos stolen from the kitchen in the last issue. Even with Max’s food dish in the corner, he doesn’t seem to mind asking, “what’s for dinner?” This space gives an eclectic vibe while staying close to its cultivated roots.

FALLING O The L

es, it’s a bit early for the leaves to fall in some places, but thankfully, we can set the vibe early if we want to on the grid. Leaves swirling around, vibrant blends of pumpkins, and a bellowing fireplace set the backdrop for

this space. At the same time, the fabulous pergola shimmers with romantic tealights inviting you to snuggle up. Choose your snuggle space. Maybe the ground is where you choose to sit while stealing an apple from the nearby apple

OUTSIDE Lines

orchard baskets. Or you prefer a little cushion and decide to sit by the fire pit to roast a marshmallow. If that’s the case, set your sights higher to the two massive wooden chairs flanking our robust fireplace and read a book or snuggle

under a blanket and make a s’more or two, everything you need is nestled on the cart. Throw another log on the fire and take in the warm, crisp smells of autumn.

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omeone loves Fall, don’t they? From the flagstone steps to the front door, this place screams pumpkin lover! Lanterns and an assortment of flowers pave the way to the door along with lovely puppies Max and Ruby. How-

ever, it seems Ruby needed a nap and decided to take one close by the walkway, so watch your step! Something is rustling in the mums and it looks like Max is about to hop out and greet anyone who passes by. On the porch, we

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find grandma’s rocking chair with her knitting basket. While Charlie, her favorite pup, seems to want to sleep another day away again in the rocking chair beside hers. The assortment of colors gives us a traditional palette for Autumn

while allowing the rich tones of black to provide a chic compass to the space. So, grab a pumpkin on your way out. I’m sure grandma won’t notice one bit. *Credits located at the end of the magazine

In the Kitchen with Lucas Lameth

Kitchen designed by Sage and Crystal’s stylist Ari Heartsong

Lucas Lameth. His name is synonymous with outstand- The food steals the show really, and thankfully you ing creations depicting mouth-watering foodscapes that gave me plenty to work with. Many people do not know that you are a real-life artmake your taste buds dance. ist. Could you tell us, how does being an artist inWe are honored to have you here! Without you, Sec- spire you to be an artist/creator in our virtual world? ond Life® users would not be able to have such an amazing experience with your work. You add to our When I was younger, it was all about comic book art virtual participation in Second Life® in such a beau- for me. Eventually, my interests shifted to sculpting and then to an appreciation for decorations. I mostly enjoy tiful way. sculpting or working with organic shapes and I was hapI am honored to be here. This is amazing! This kitchen py to find my niche with food. Even if two people make is so beautiful Miss Ari. I was blown away the minute I the same dish, it is still different and I enjoy that artistry arrived and my breath is taken away every moment I’m and craftsmanship when it comes to creating in Second in this staged set. The space feels so alive. It tells a story. Life®. I love that so much!

Are you still sculpting?

to the players.

I used to. But, I gave away all my real-life sculpting ma- So tell me, Lucas, is there a specific season that interials for digital sculpting. spires your virtual food creations? I’m amazed by people who possess the unique vision Not at all! I enjoy making food and content that can be and skills required to sculpt. So, how did you discov- enjoyed all year round. While I do get the itch to make er Second Life®? Halloween and Christmas content I don’t want something to sit on a virtual back shelf three seasons out of I was a wee lad in my early twenties in 2005. I was look- the year. I am inspired by food that can be enjoyed in ing for the next online game and was always interested all seasons and that encourages my creations! in life simulation games like The Sims. Second Life® popped up in my search and I’ve been here 16 years I like that because it gives residents the flexibility to now. It gets better and better every year. decorate with any of your creations. I also love sandbox-type games where everything is left

I hope so! Which of all the things that you have created do you enjoy the most?

The Village. Oh, and, Chinese foods in heaps - like General Tso’s Chicken, and all that. I want to make that stuff in all its greasy glory.

Yes to all of that! That is so excitTo be honest, I enjoy making the ing! We can’t wait for your upmost obscure sculptural shapes like coming creations Lucas! Our virabstract human figures and very tual mouths are watering! specific ethnic food from like Jamaica or Kazakhstan or Puerto Rico. These are my plans for 2022 content. At the moment, I am enjoying my I need to add to my list all those fancreation of the wholesome Yoga La- cy French bakeries in Greenwich dies and the NYC Pizza. I had so Village. I want to mesh all that also. much fun making these items. Our final question for you is, do We’re from NYC, and when you you have any gratitude practices released the pizza slices, we that are normally expressed this couldn’t stop drooling! You did time of the year? Don’t feel presan amazing job with the sculpting sured to answer if you can’t think and texturing! of anything. I’m currently living in the Philippines although I am originally from New York City. My tourist visa expires in January so I’ll fly back to NYC next year. I cannot wait to try meshing lots more NYC food. I love exploring Brooklyn. I feel like it will take a lifetime just to explore it fully. Lucas, is there a WIP you wish to share with us? Or, tell us about some other ideas you have in the works? There’s SO much I want to create. My queue is longer than I can fathom. I am right now trying to do justice creating Korean BBQ. Maybe Sushi? What else? I want to go back to NYC and order everything from diners in the East Village and Astoria, Queens and mesh the sugar out of them all! NYC has SO much food. I’d like to recreate foods from the Middle East and the Mediterranean as well as gyro’s and shish kababs from those guys in the carts and from the holes in the walls in

On a superficial thing, I am thankful for, pumpkin spice lattes. I haven’t celebrated Thanksgiving here in the Philippines for the past three years but I am always humbled by the familial and friendship bond of Thanksgiving and Christmas. I am humbled and thankful always. I was absolutely honored to be here, thank you so much for having me. Lucas, we are so thankful that you took the time to spend with us for this interview. We are obviously such fans of your work. We, too, are humbled, grateful, and thankful for your time.

Autumnal

Fruits &Vegetables Presented by the Collective

he longer days of sunshine have come to an end which means autumn is here! As we nestle into the season, a variety of delicious seasonal fruits, herbs, and vegetables make their way into our kitchens. Autumn gives us the opportunity to play around with an array of earthy-colored food, allowing us to create unique dishes that are succulent, nourish the body and comfort the soul. Here are some real-life health benefits to a few of this season’s available fruits and vegetables, that you can add to your shopping list -

Pumpkin Pumpkins! Pumpkins! Pumpkins! We see them everywhere during this time of the year. No matter their size, this huge or small squash can be beneficial to our health. Commonly mistaken as a vegetable, pumpkins are a fruit that is high in fiber, has beneficial antioxidants, and vitamin A. They are low in calories due to them being mostly water. Pumpkin is excellent in soups as well as stuffed with ratatouille or ground meat. Roasted and lightly salted pumpkin seeds make a healthy snack as well.

Apples Tis’ the season for apple picking! Get those baskets or reusable bags and let’s fill up on the benefits of apples. Not only are apples pleasing to the palate with their sweet and crisp flavor, but they also come packed with health benefits. Apples are high in fiber, are known to lower cholesterol, and improve gut health. Apples are great in salads as well as baked desserts.

Sweet Potatoes Sweet potatoes live up to their name. Sweet potatoes come in different sizes and colors and are rich in minerals and vitamins. Although packed with minerals and vitamins, they are plentiful in antioxidants and are great sources of fiber. Sweet potatoes are great as a side dish as well as a baked dessert.

Beets Red, oddly shaped, and straight from the dirt, the beetroot is special in its own way. Beets are highly nutritious and can be delicious when seasoned and drizzled with olive oil. Although some say that beets have an earthy taste, beets contain various health benefits for our bodies and organs. Beets contain antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and nitrates. There are so many ways to enjoy beets. They can be juiced for drinking, boiled, peeled, and cut up to add to your salads. Beets can even be dehydrated and eaten as chips for a healthy and nutritional snack.

Pecans Mouthwatering pecans! Pecans are famous for seasonal recipes such as pecan pies. Try grabbing a handful of pecans for a quick snack. This magnificent nut packs a heart-healthy benefit and may lower cholesterol. Pecans are known to have vitamin A, folic acid, vitamin E, calcium, and other beneficial nutrients as well as protein.

SoulSoothing

Comfort Foods

ne of the most common ways that people soothe their souls or comfort themselves is with food. What people eat to feel good varies depending on certain aspects such as one’s culture, belief system, and location. Certain foods can induce warm feelings and are tied to deep memories, a pleasurable experience, or the feeling of love. We call that comfort food. Some could believe that comfort food is a direct pipeline to our ancestors and our memories of the time we spent with them. For example, a grilled cheese sandwich may remind someone of a happy childhood memory. Or, maybe you remember when Granny made that special chicken soup that seemed to have qualities that healed you when you were sick and now you make it for your own family or friends. Alternatively, during periods of disappointment or sadness, some folks may be driven to their form of comfort food to just feel solace. Whether eaten alone, as a ritual, in a small intimate setting, or big gatherings with friends and/or family, comfort food makes us feel good at a time when we need a positive attachment to a good memory, a moment in time, or a cherished loved one. Through the vision of a myriad of the grid’s creators, here are some comfort food items we found reminiscent of the fall harvest.

Fast Food on the Grid Presented by the Collective

motto or axiom that we may all be familiar with is, “you eat with your eyes first” which stands true for most people. Our sense of sight helps us to determine what looks appetizing and what doesn’t. When we see food, we immediately - consciously or unconsciously - say to ourselves, “That looks tasty” or “That doesn’t look too good.” In our virtual world, residents eat with their eyes all the time. Although we cannot taste these visually savory creations, having access to them may help us to avoid the real-life consequences. From double-deep fried chicken, multi-layered slushies, triple-stacked ice cream scoops, buttery garlic noodles, to house-fried rice, we keep coming back for more. We can’t get enough of it. There seems to be something aesthetically pleasing when decorating a kitchen table with different virtual cuisines or a variety of takeout foods, stretching from one end of the table to the next. Even placing a small bag of glazed donut holes and a piping hot cup of coffee on a bedside table is so pleasing to our real-life senses. Creators have embedded scripts that make some of the food we playfully consume, to disappear little by little, giving a life-like experience to the user. Despite the fact that it’s delivered through a visual medium, fast food on the grid seems to be popular amongst Second Life® residents and content creators continue to provide us with astonishing creations.

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Location: Luanes World

eople around the world celebrate the fall harvest in many ways. Each community honors the season with different traditions and customs, which can be experienced through food, rituals, and other practices. Although we all celebrate differently there is one common practice that is shared gratitude. Here are some ways that residents around the grid celebrated the fall harvest and practiced the time honored tradition of gratitude.

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Location: Luanes World

Falling in to Fox Hollow: In conversation with Taissa Black

very day tens of thousands of Second Life® users log on the grid, to create, shop, socialize, or find community, but for Taissa Black, it’s managing the evolving community of Fox Hollow.

two communities, creating a diverse landscape of rural, suburban, and urban neighborhoods. Their newest addition includes Vandemore University, on their new sim named Lion, which has opened this Fall. To commemorate the transition into Fall we sat down with Taissa and Fox Hollow is a roleplay community inspired by a small chatted about the origin of the community, and the spirtown in North Carolina, with a dynamic environment it of the Fall Equinox in Fox Hollow. for realistic roleplaying. In just two and a half years, Black alongside Alice Fear, her co-owner and daughThank you so much for sitting down with us. Why ter, grew their once before personal roleplaying platdid you create Fox Hollow? What is the inspiration form to an astonishing eighteen sim community. Ear- behind it, and tell us the backstory? lier this year, they partnered with Sam Portocarrero, owner of the Port Dominion City sims to combine the A few years ago my friends and I were roleplaying in

other communities but always found that there was something missing for us. So, after a long conversation between all of us, we all said, “Let’s open our own, to live and roleplay in.” So we did. Fox Hollow’s name came about after we picked a small southern town theme since there were none at the time inworld based on the southeastern part of the United States, which I’m from in real life. We picked North Carolina because I do have family from there. The Ashville area holds a close place to my heart, which is what Fox Hollow was originally based on. So with a love for foxes (my second favorite to wolves) and the “Hollow” part kind of giving the smalltown vibe, the name just fit. To add to the previous com-

munities we role played in, a lot of my friends were furries at the time and it bothered them they could never be a real furry in any communities we went to for the most part, minus one. I myself have been a furry on and off throughout my almost six years in Second Life®. So that’s a huge reason we are a furry, half-furry, feral, and human-friendly community. That’s great! I love that the community is inclusive of many types of avatars and that’s a very sweet origin story. It’s always nice knowing a brand, community or business has a humane touch to it. I think that may have added to part of Fox Hollow’s suc-

cesses! Did you predict Fox Hollow would grow to where it is today? What was the point in time where you realized Fox Hollow was going to grow much larger than you predicted? Well, I never thought we’d get as big as we have in all honesty. We started out with a single sim and within two and a half years grew to eighteen. My original plan was to get to nine, then stop. Make a cute square with a lake and be done. But by the time we got to sim number seven, the ideas kept growing and growing and my daughter Alice, who’s also co-owner, and I knew we were

going to keep growing. At the beginning of 2021, with the addition of five new sims in January, we brought in Sam Portocarrero who owns the City of Port Dominion as another co-owner. He and his friends had been active, dedicated residents in Fox Hollow since day two, and after a long discussion, we felt it would be an awesome addition to bring in Port Dominion (PD). It was the best decision as it brought more types and styles of roleplay to FH, including the new University opening this fall! Sam has owned Port Dominion for years might I add, and I believe he was a previous owner of Briggs County which was also a huge community

in its heyday, so we were fortunate to have another team member that had the experience and ideas we did. The pixel sky’s the limit! You are all doing a great job in creating a dynamic roleplay environment. Do you have any insider scoop on what the next move may be for Fox Hollow? We’ve had a lot of requests for more farmland and ideas to expand the equestrian center. I’m hoping, fingers crossed, before the end of the year that we’ll be looking into expansion again.

Fingers crossed! As we’re getting into the deliciousness of Fall Season, this issue of Sage and Crystals Magazine centers around Fall Equinox and how it is celebrated throughout the real world and throughout the Second Life® grid. What does Fall/ Samhain mean to you? Well, personally I am a practicing witch in Second Life® and real-life and so are most of my children who have helped me shape Fox Hollow into what it is over the years. We are gearing up for fall conversion next week, and I always joke, “If it’s fall enough for Starbucks to release Pumpkin Spice lattes and Hobby Lobby to have holiday items out, it’s fall enough for me!” It’d be fall year-round if I had the ability to make it so. Samhain, Halloween, and other Autumnal festivities bring me comfort, remembrance of family members, the closeness of family and friends and how important they should be, gratefulness for what we do have, and so much more.

grateful for my good health and that I don’t go without. It’s been a trying year for the entire world, especially after an even worse 2020, and I’m just hoping for blessings that as we go into wonderful holiday seasons that the world finds some sort of peace and normalcy going into 2022. I completely agree with you Taissa. And, being that many of us have been spending more time in our homes due to the pandemic in the real world, Fox Hollow brings a sweet sense of normalcy and community through it all. For this year’s Fox Hollow Fall transition, what activities will we be seeing available to roleplayers and visitors?

We are so excited to see the Fall transition manifest! It’s been a long time coming! We love what you said about what Fall and Samhain means for you. What are some things you are feeling grati- So that’s exciting to talk about! We actually had our meeting for events last night and confirmed the Octotude for at this present moment? ber festivities. September was confirmed last month. I can say, we are bringing back three big hits from last I’m always grateful for my Second Life® and real-life year: The Jasper County Fair, the Renaissance Fesfamilies, and of course my wonderful husband. I am

tival, and the Macabre Masquerade (this was a formal Halloween ball). We also will have the pumpkin patch back out till Thanksgiving time and a Fall Festival that’ll include face paintings, hayrides, mazes, and more! We usually try to go all out and those events are just to name a few!

We usually round up all of our departments like Fire, EMS, JCSO, MPD, and more to hand out candy, as well as get residents to volunteer to hand out candy at their homes. We run this closer to Halloween and set a day/ time so everyone can plan ahead! This will be our third Halloween and every year we’ve done this, has been a big hit, especially with the kiddos around town!

This sounds so exciting! We are looking forward to this! For Halloween, will there be a coordinated trick That sounds like it is going to be a hit! I have kids or treat event or do residents take that upon them- and they have cousins. I think that this would be so selves and rp their way through? much fun. Can I add that I really enjoy the weather system in Fox Hollow? I really love the realism that We will be doing a coordinated trick or treat this year! it brings. It’s soothing to hear the rain and wind

when I walk out of my house. Yes! I love doing the weather itself. We try to do it a few times a year to give the community a way to interact with everyone. Also, a pro tip, I understand sometimes the weather can be graphic intensive for some users, recommend everyone in Fox Hollow to try out the Alchemy viewer especially during those times. It has amazing frame rates and graphics, most people who have graphic/lag issues have found it to be a wonderful viewer. Thank you so much for that insightful note. We’re nearing the end of the interview, is there anything

you would like for readers to know about you or Fox Hollow? Well, I want people to know that we have put our heart and soul into Fox Hollow to make it what it is. We appreciate every single person who’s ever been a resident or visitor helping us bring Fox Hollow to new heights every single day. From the bottom of our hearts - mine, Alice’s and Sam’s - we thank everyone and can’t wait to see what the future holds.

Forest Bathing at

Mindful Cove Adventures with Amethyst

indful Cove is a sim that offers a virtual terrestrial environment prevalent with thick trees that grow in a closed canopy. While inworld, I decided to forgo a day of shopping at my favorite spots. I put on my jacket, some leggings, laced up my hiking boots and headed over to Mindful Cove for some virtual forest bathing.

the mind and the spirit? As I slowly took my meditative walk, I looked up at the tree leaves that dangled above my head. I could see droplets of rainwater clinging to the leaf ’s surface. The gravel of the path crunched beneath my boots as I walked, adding to the soft ambiance of the forest around me. For once I wasn’t thinking about what I had to do, who I needed to call, or that I rezzed Many of you are probably ask- out a new house and had furing yourself, “What is niture all over the place. I was forest bathing?” Forest bathing in the present moment. is a form of ecotherapy and helps with reconnecting and The trail turned and dipped. I grounding oneself in nature could faintly hear the splashby taking in the forest atmo- ing and trickling of water. To sphere. I teleported and was my surprise, I stumbled upon instantly surrounded by oak, a brook that was beautifulmaple, and birch trees. I ly shaped with a multitude of imagined the smell of wet and jagged and smooth rocks. My fertile soil awakening my sens- curiosity peaked. Without a es. Looking up, the treetops doubt, I strayed away from the were somewhat enveloped by path unsure of the outcome. a smooth-dim fog. Seems like Although it took a while, I rain was in the forecast. I ad- carefully took my time hiking justed my backpack closer to alongside the brook. I had fimy body, making sure it was nally reached the end of the secure, and began on the trail brook and was instantly filled that lay before me. with awe. The little brook that I was so curious about fed Rest and relaxation activiinto a big lake that resembled ties such as massages and get- glass accompanied by a pebaways have a way of calmble shoreline. It was absolutely ing the mind/body/spirit, but beautiful. Stunning. I carefulwhat about a tranquil hike ly climbed down to the beach or spending time in nature? and made my way to a stairWhat types of feelings can that step boulder. Finding a safe invoke? What can that do for spot to sit, I took a moment

and closed my eyes. The atmosphere was tranquil. I pulled out my camera and memorialized the scenery. After spending time by the lake, I hiked my way through the shrubbery and back to the dirt path. Climbing back up, I could see in the distance, the Mindful Cove Center and Cafe. The modern structures sat in the middle of this forest oasis. The cafe offered so many interactive items from sweet and spicy teas, lattes, hot coffees to pastries and different delicacies. I leaned against the counter and grabbed a cup of peppermint tea. To my left were comfy areas set up for either a small group gathering or curling up to enjoy a book while listening to soft meditation music in the background. Once I finished my tea, I grabbed my backpack and wrapped up my visit by making my way back to the landing spot. At the Mindful Cove landing spot, there is a calendar of events for the current month. They offer a variety of mental health resources and activities, DJ

sessions, meditation sessions, a variety of groupled conversations, and so much more. They recently offered a forest bathing scavenger hunt and they are especially new resident-friendly. After spending a couple of hours here, I felt relaxed, focused and at peace. If you are looking for a quick get away from the grind of the grid, I recommend visiting Mindful Cove. Visit the Mindful Cove here.

To understand and reconnect with our stories, the stories of the ancestors, is to build our identities. - Frank Delaney

Ancestral

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the Collective

n many cultures, the tradition of honoring the lives of the ancestors is a vital part of life and also a general societal practice. It is also part of the fundamental foundation of many religions. Within this practice, there are some commonalities such as offerings to the dead of food, flowers, candles, incense, fruits and vegetables, prayers, music. In some customs, it is believed that the ancestors - while gone in the body - are still spiritually present and guide us in everyday living or in times of great need. However, the practice of ancestral reverence cannot be simplified in a few sentences nor can it be explained by a few generalized statements. Ancestral reverence is, however, broad in its distinction and differences throughout the multitude of communities that honor those who have gone before us. During the autumn season, or as some will refer to it, the dying time of the year, sacred events such as Dia de Los Muertos, Samhain, All Souls Day, Pchum Ben, and many others are celebrated to pay tribute to the ancestors. It’s interesting that societies all over the world seem to venerate the dead all around the same time in autumn. It could be said that autumn is the most spiritual time of year because it is viewed as transformative. Perhaps the job of the ancestors during this time is to help guide us through releasing and letting go. Although the people within the Second Life® community that we had formed relationships with may not be related by blood, we still consider them loved ones. We felt connected to them while they were here and want to keep their memory alive. In honor of them and in observance of those that you hold close in your memory, we offer this representation of a few ways that residents on the grid paid tribute to those they love. We respectfully pay tribute to their lives.

I can’t think of any better representation of beauty than someone who is unafraid to be herself. - Emma Stone

Reclaiming

Cottagecore: A photo series

Style Credits: Hair: Funky Stench - Faitima wrap Top: ersch - Viva top Skirt: Aso! - Even a lil skirt

Style Credits: Hair: Mura - Kemi Afro Dress: Vanilla Bae Dawn Dress

Style Credits: Hair: Argrace - Suzikaze Top and Pants: Vive Nine gillian Lounge Set hat: astralia - summer boho hat pose and prop: titzuki (n/a)

Style Credits: Hair: Doux - Shai Dress: Belle Epoque - Shai

Blogger Spotlight: Delphine Demarche

elphine Demarche is a new blogger whose artful photographic aesthetic has a feminine earthy quality that captured our eye. We could feel the warmth and calmness through her images that make us stop and pay attention to the little things in life. Her imagery reminds us of the importance of self-care and self-preservation, whether it be through food, makeup, or clothing.

Recently I’ve decided to start a business in-world. T When I was starting out in-world, I had no clue how to buy a home let alone decorate it myself. I’d reached out to decorating companies at first but I’d decided I was too impatient to wait and wanted to learn for myself. After a lot of hard work, research and well spent money I’d gotten so good at decorating and landscaping that I was taking private commissions. After some Check out her Instagram and Flickr. consideration, I’ve decided to start my inworld company, Brown SugHere’s what Delphine had to say ar & Cinnamon Decorating and when we asked her about her pasLandscaping. Our goal is to prosion to create and her blogging style vide practical yet beautiful homes to our clients as well as to train budding decorators who aspire to put a I originally started out as a blogger little more beauty into the world. on another platform. My transition to Second Life ® and blogging on this Appropriately, I would describe myplatform began when I started see- self as inviting. I strive to ensure that ing fellow bloggers join and I was everyone around me feels like they inspired by the work of established belong there. Whether it be friends, Second Life ® bloggers. I enjoy the family or just a co-worker, I want my creative freedom it brings. loved ones to understand that they will always have support and that My blogging style is very structured. they will always have someone in I’m very meticulous about the con- their corner. tent I put out and I try to make sure that it’s done on a consistent sched- I want everyone to know that my ule. I can spend hours, maybe even art is for everyone and that I am an a full day putting together a single open book. If you’d ever wonder post. Until I get a photo just right, I where I got a certain item or how would re-take them many times with I modified a certain group of obdifferent objects, poses, wind light jects, all you have to do is ask. I am settings, or just angles. You could ar- more than happy to share any of gue that I have a bit of an obsession the tips and tricks I’ve learned from with perfection. around the grid. The same goes for just wanting to make new friends, I My passion to create is fueled by a might not have the biggest personallove of aesthetics. I am a lover of ity but I like to think I make a pretty beauty and I strive to create beauti- good friend! ful things. This is one of the reasons I love Second Life ® so much. There are endless possibilities and countless chances to add a little beauty to our grid. I try to do this wherever and however I can.

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Jakobat Bergan

akobat Bergan is a prolific, creative, Italian blogger whose images seem to recount an untold story. His imagery evokes realism, and a moody mysteriousness that we felt was quite charming and alluring. His photographs seemed so realistic and we had to look twice to make sure. We were so impressed with his self-portrait work which to us felt bewitching and could be perceived as individual internal reflections. Here is how he describes his spark for blogging as well as what drives his passion to create beautiful photographs I love fashion and trends. I like taking care of my avatar and creating a unique style. My blogging style can encompass urban chic, rocker style, streetwear, casual, chain-smoker, and hipster. I aspire to be original and artistic in every picture I create. I love inspiring people that love my style as much as I do. My proudest achievement came when I was the second runner-up, Best Urban Blogger at The BVN 2020 Blogger and Vlogger Awards (The Bloggies). I was the only Italian to win that year. I am an easy-going person and I blog for the love of fashion. I love taking pictures, being a blogger, and spending time with my friends and my girlfriend inworld. Find Jakobat’s amazing catalog here Jakobat Bergan | Flickr and here .

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ildren- wild spirits with strong roots, who bend children whose arms make shelters & heart’s are to little birds singing out for the sheer joy of it. - Nicolette Sowder

Roleplaying

oleplaying family dynamics is infused within the culture of Second Life®. Some view family relationships to be integral and vital for security and comfort while others may see roleplaying as important for social development. Although these could be some basic reasons as to why residents roleplay family dynamics, we have conducted a series of personal interviews to seek a better understanding as to why this type of roleplay is important to those who participate.

In our interviews, you will gain some perspective and perhaps understand the intention as to why some residents have chosen to play a role in family dynamics within the virtual platform. We are very thankful to our interviewees for allowing us to delve into a subject that is so personal as it bridges their virtual lives with their real-life experiences. We are grateful for their open and frank hones-

Family Dynamics ty and for entrusting us with their stories.

think this was a subconscious factor as to why I wanted to be a kid and have a parent/parents. I Being a virtual child and transitioning to remember seeing someone roleplay a kid avatar motherhood - HarperNova’s Story and thought to myself, “Oo, that looks like fun! What a carefree way to spend time in Second When I was 11 years old, my real-life faLife®.” I decided to become a kid and not worther passed away and I had to step in to help ry about the pressures of being an adult. It was my mom take care of my siblings. I felt as if I then that I decided to engage in family roleplay missed out on my childhood experiences. I had and have a parent. After being adopted, it felt to grow up so fast. I knew something was miss- reassuring to know that someone was going to ing, especially after the death of my father. I be there and that someone cared. It gave me

purpose, a reason to log on. I’ve had a couple of male figures who wanted to roleplay as my father. That was hard for me. At first, I pushed away from the idea because I didn’t want to deal with loss again. Although people can promise to be a part of your experience, they can lack consistency or not know how to build a positive relationship. Eventually, I ended up opening up to the concept of having a father and it was a positive experience. I’ve had only two so far. I made the transition from being a kid to being someone’s mother. I never wanted kids in real life. I spent way too much time as a surrogate parent to my younger siblings and witnessed my mother raising three young kids on her own. I didn’t want that to be my story. I made a decision that I wanted to be the “cool aunt” instead due to my experiences as a child. Although I had envisioned that for myself, the universe had other plans. I married and was blessed with a beautiful son and it wasn’t until the birth of my son that I discovered I was nurturing. Once my real-life son came along, I became a different person. I felt nurturing energy flow through me continuously and it overflowed into my virtual world experience. I knew deep down that someone could require that same caring energy that I was given when I first started my inworld journey as a child. Now, I am providing a nurturing and supportive experience to

my virtual daughter of seven years. In return, she has taught Being a child avatar is nostalme patience and understand- gic for me. ing and for that, I am grateful. I started as an adult avatar and Virtual Grandmother shrunk! I mostly went to live Lanaya’s Story music events when I started on Second Life®. I saw kids at I love being a virtual grandsome of the live music events. mother. I have no kids in re- They would share dances and al-life and I enjoy my virtual whatnots and eventually, I just kids. I would do anything for decided to become a kid. I my virtual grandkids and they think my decision was mostare all so sweet. As the head ly because it was less stressful of my virtual family, I have to being a real-life kid and being be able to juggle everyone’s one on the grid and getting feelings and be supportive. to do things like go to school, There have been times where parties, places like Trunk E. I needed my virtual family as Cheese are relaxing. And you support due to real-life fami- can act like a goof too! ly loss. Even when I am not inworld we all have a connec- Having a parent is still kind of tion and can reach each other new for me, but it’s definiteanytime and be there for each ly nice to get to know someother. I make myself available one who you can talk to about if there is anything they need. things and get some extra Regardless of a title on the emotional support. We hagrid, we have to have a friend- ven’t done a lot of para-roleship at the end of the day. We play yet, mostly just heartfelt have to trust each other. It’s conversations. I became a kid can be very difficult. I have a without the expectation of virtual son that lives 30 mins having virtual parents. away from me in real-life and I have bought food for him One take-away from my story when he needed it. is that being a kid isn’t necessarily about someone out to Family events and time todo bad things. For some, it’s gether are important. I don’t just wanting to relax and lose mind para role-playing, but themselves in nostalgia and I most enjoy sitting back and just have fun. chilling to develop deeper connections with my family Teen to a Kid Avatar- Anonymembers. My real-life mom mous was someone that I could look up to. Therefore, I strive to be In real-life, I always considsomeone that my virtual kids ered myself a bookworm and and grandkids depend on, just had a love for text-based roleas my real mom was to me. play when I was in elementary I’ve learned how to manage school. I was a teenager when and step in during conflicts, I discovered Second Life® Virtual Child - Anonymous during the pre-mesh days. I

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joined the platform as a teen avatar and I realized that the grid was not like the other very popular gaming platform that I played. I was bummed but decided to stay. I explored it on and off for a month or so. One day, I decided to type in the word “teen” on the inworld search engine which led me to different hangouts on the grid. I hadn’t found my niche or place on the grid and then a search led me to an orphanage. This presented an opportunity for me to meet people who loved family roleplay just as much as I did. I wanted to experience having siblings around my roleplay age. In real life, my sister is 16 years older than I am so I never got that experience of being a big sister or even having siblings that were slightly older than me or in school at the same time. After a while, I decided to take a five-year break from teen roleplay. It was then that I decided I would try being a kid. This is where things changed for me. While having the experience of living in community sims and having a social media page, I was able to meet other Second Life® kid roleplayers. Based on my experience, I encountered people who disliked other people roleplaying kid avatars. I didn’t comprehend their viewpoint. Because of the friendships I made, I learned that some made the choice to be a kid due to past trauma and wanted to work through it. Or, to memorialize a time where they felt the most joy, or

just wanted to be young forever. I also met people who joined Second Life ® as a kid avatar and never changed their avatar.

ing a father. He had time, care, and attention and talked about the mysteries of life and life traumas. This was a person I looked up to. I carry his words within me and Virtual Father/Son - Kalix’s apply them. One thing that Story the homeless man said to me that was memorable was, “You Being a virtual father is intri- know what it is? You are being cate. refined. You are being refined like a metal. You are a clump I took into consideration my holding yourself together. You own life and the lack of having are going through fire to be rea father growing up. When fined.” given the opportunity, I found people inworld that lacked the Although creating a life virtusame experience. I felt that I ally isn’t always tangible, it is could give what I was lacking meaningful. To agree to these - those experiences of build- types of familial relationships, ing a bond with people you I had to go through a whole don’t know, guiding each oth- process and it made me feel er, and/or a different sense of nervous. I want to evolve community. On a personfrom the process and see what al level, it may be something it’s like. This is exciting, espedifferent, but it can give you cially if it is with someone that that sense of something that you like. you were lacking. My virtual daughter calls and talks to me My experience as a virtual in real-life. It’s a friendship son. but more intricate because she sees me as a role model. This You have to make room for is a practical way for me in people to have experiences. how to deal with another human being in a loving and car- Because I didn’t get along with ing way. my real-life mom, I thought having virtual parents was the In real-life, I met this man a second-best thing. When I couple of years ago. I would was a teen avatar, I met somealways stop to feed homeless one on another virtual platpeople. I always stopped to form who wanted to be my feed this specific man and au- mother in Second Life®. It was tomatically clicked with him not a good experience - verand spent time with him. Ev- bally and mentally abusive. ery day from work, I would But, I felt the experience was meet him instead of going character development and I out to drink with friends. I learned how to set boundaries would go to collect firewood and not to be in supplication with him and he would give to anyone. I became open and me life advice. I felt like this tried again and found a match. was the closest thing to hav- I love my mother and father

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a lot. They give me invaluable life advice and stay very involved with my life. Kalix’s experiences has led him to analyze his life and past in a radical way but adapt at the pace that he is growing and evolving. The more that he grows and learns, he is trying to amplify what he’s learned and put it into practice.

The Ambiguity of Age in a Virtual Environment

An opinion piece by Ametrine

he beauty of our virtual world lies in the ability to be creative and to self-express. There is a characteristic of agelessness and vagueness that exists in the way we represent our avatars on the grid. Without the fear of being marginalized based on real-life chronological age, we are consequently free to enjoy a level of socializing, entertainment, and even express creativity in our virtual world.

can be associated with older gamers is an issue. Ambiguousness may be the perfect solution to enjoy the platform without feeling uneasy about participating. The belief of some is that the real-life aging population is about fragility and declination of faculties. Well, heck. The first gaming platforms were devised in the late 1950s. So, it may be safe to say an older generation of folks created gaming and many of us aren’t going anywhere (until it’s our time, of Frankly, who is the course!) and refuse to give ideal participant? In actual- in to any thoughts of ageity, we can all acknowledge ism. that there is diversity in the demographic makeup of the Personally, I love technolgrid. This diversity includes ogy. I’ve spent a lifetime not only people of different working in various technical cultural, religious, and racial environments in real-life. backgrounds but also lay- Virtual world platforms ered with those of us who allow me to participate in are older and have a love group activities and social for Second Life®. Therefore, gatherings because my youthfulness is not compul- real-life commitments sory to participate nor is it a prevent me from participatmandatory requirement for ing much. I am a little older avatar representation. than the sandwich generation with responsibilities Certainly, we design ourto aging parents and being selves the way we do part of a virtual community either by choice or maybe is like a utopia for me. For it’s based on the availabilthis reason, this environity of skins, clothing, and ment does not make me feel accessories that are on the out of place in the gaming market. Perhaps the percep- culture. tion of social stigma that

I chose to present my avatar as the older wiser form of my true self. And, sometimes I want to be younger, sassier, and free and I am free to be versatile. Isn’t it wonderful to have that choice?

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The Benefits of

Letting Go Written by Ametrine

e’ve all heard the term ‘get rid of what no longer serves you’ and many of us just nod in agreement but do nothing. We are quite aware of our personal inventories of what needs to go whether it’s a person, an event, or whatever noun comes to mind. But, some of us are experts at keeping those things around because of the time and energy invested and the fear of starting over. However, what do you do when these situations no longer serve your life? The exercise of eliminating what no longer serves you is both an internal and external process. And, it’s HARD! It’s EMOTIONAL! It’s just not that easy. Surely we can’t address these issues as that wonderfully famous Japanese organizer does. We can’t physically compartmentalize things such as people, jobs, events, broken hearts, bad relationships, etc., fold them up nicely, tuck them in a cutely decorated box, then set them neatly in a drawer to be pulled out later. Would you even want to ever pull out that box and revisit it? Do you think any of it will be useful later in your life? How does it make you feel even thinking about it?

It is a deeply personal adventure embedded with a sense of honor and integrity to ourselves. So, why then, would we continue to hold on to anything that makes us feel out of sorts, unfulfilled, or uncomfortable? This is the question that we should ask ourselves when bothered by a disturbing situation or an unyielding, unfriendly set of circumstances. Not doing anything or holding on to the experience, is messy and interferes with our journey towards authenticity. It can be a pattern that has repercussions. Acknowledging that it’s time to move on is the first step. Releasing what no longer serves you should be done with grace and neither rudely nor abruptly. When you decide to no longer be attached to a specific outcome, expectation, or unpleasant emotion the benefits can be physically, spiritually, and mentally freeing.

The coming season, winter, is sometimes depicted as a dormant, silent period for introspection and regeneration which helps us with planning our next moves in life. It is a wonderful time for reflection and practicing distance from circumstances that make Many of us strive for authenticity and that us feel unfulfilled. You may not master the journey includes the shedding of anything art of letting go but once you begin the work that does not align with our innermost truth you may feel a sense of satisfaction, fulfillin step with our actions. Authenticity is not ment, and inner peace. the image of what others perceive you to be.

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“Believe something and the Universe is on its way to being changed. Because you’ve changed, by believing. Once you’ve changed, other things start to follow. Isn’t that the way it works?” - Diane Duane

Tarot Astrology with Ametrine

Pisces - Contemplating to fully understand your “why” is imperative for you during this time. Be clear about your intentions and the motives that are the driving force behind chasing what you want. Be mindful of hidden agendas that may thwart your progress. Aries - Keep doing those things that bring ultimate peace and harmony in your life. This is a very auspicious time to just be still and relish in quietness and stillness. It’s time to be in harmony with your Spirit/Higher Self and to replenish.

mance is not your focus, there may be a feeling of great confidence with a project/idea to help you move towards success. Cancer - Be thankful for your experiences so far. This is a time of transitions and now it’s time to move on to something new. Nothing will be left undone or unsaid so it’s ok to walk away. If you don’t, it will feel as if the rug were pulled out from you.

Leo - Obstacles can be a saving grace. During this season, you will possess the mental toughness and courage to bring an experience/project to fruiTaurus - Focus on the present tion. You are in it for the long moment and not all the things haul, so don’t give up! you could have done differently yesterday. Additionally, stop Virgo - Sometimes things are peering into the future because just not meant to be. You had it’s not here yet. Stay present, the illusion of perfection, yet stay in the now so that you ar- you face disappointment. Disappointments don’t necessaren’t disconnected from the ily mean failure because there things that matter. were vital lessons you had to Gemini - This is an auspicious learn before success. Don’t get stuck in the drama of why time to have a deep spiritual something didn’t happen, but connection to another. Take this season to evolve your rela- explore what you learned from tionship while staying ground- your experience. ed in your own truth. If ro-

Libra - Realize that you cannot control everything. Change is an unavoidable and inescapable part of life. Try examining the remnants of change knowing fully that everything will be as it should and shift your thinking a bit to be able to embrace the differences you will experience. Scorpio - You are excellent at observing things occurring around you. But, it’s time now to examine your own potential and if you are stuck, trust the advice of someone who has a better understanding of your own conditions. Another’s view could help expand your

view. This is a propitious time will “get” you and that’s ok! As for you, Dear Scorpio. Ask for you continue to grow this seahelp! son, realize that it’s alright to let go and move on. There is a Sagittarius - The base of your reason for this “shedding” that life’s foundation is great, but will be best for your own evomissing a few essentials. This lution. Do not compromise season is a time for you to re- yourself to fit in where you no evaluate your foundation as longer fit. it relates to all aspects of your life. Let go of that which no Aquarius - This season, you longer serves you. Your rede- are in a phase of taking in insign is destined to be beautiful formation but you also want and destined for success. a balanced exchange so that when you speak, you are unCapricorn - Address your derstood. You seek mutually need for belonging and exam- beneficial relationships that are ine the things to which you are content, in balance, and nurconnected. Do they serve you turing. Also, take stock of your or confuse you? Not everyone finances and make sure you are

being compensated appropriately for the job you do. Ophiuchus 13th Zodiac - Sometimes certain relationships or friendships that seem so dynamic, harmonious or, even ethereal, fall apart leaving you to feel uncomfortable or devastated. Being broken open can indeed feel intolerable however examine how these events can be cleansing or bring about the powerful gift of change that you desperately needed for your own personal growth.

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Index - Decorating with Ari Leaf Décor Lexington dust bunny . tabletop plants . fiddle leaf branch Affirmations of Gratitude- (to- [North Oak] - Belvedair Leaf tal prims used 308) Vase Walls & Room info (77 prims The Loft - Candle cloche used) {vespertine} - incense clutter / Onsu ~ “Princeton” House ~ cat White ~ Small Texture Version The Loft - Napa Entryway Box *walls and floor edited* Set Black SAYO - Raleigh Wainscotting - Apple Fall Books - ArrangeShort ment 11 Foxwood ~ Delilah ~ Pom Apple Fall Books - ArrangeLights ~ grey ment 3 Apple Fall Books - ArrangeFireplace area (32 prims used) ment 4 {what next} Harvest Wheat (Luc.) Madame Vase, Relaxed Vase [Touch Texture Change] Foxwood ~ Delilah ~ Pom (Luc.) Madame Vase, Thicc Lights ~ grey *color change* Bum [Touch Texture Change] +Half-Deer+ Tassel Garland - Fancy Decor: Tortoise Shell Halloween – Medium Frame (gold) Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkin Fancy Decor: White and Gold Apple Fall Brass Candlesticks Chain Frame Ariskea[Lumi] Eucalyptus Vase Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkins 2 Gold *transparent & paired (Luc.) Madame Vase, Meditate with BROKEN ARROWS [Touch Texture Change] Akina - Small Earthy Vase {vespertine} - house succulent PILOT & Can’t Even - Shadow- terrarium. box Sign [Family] (Luc.) Madame Vase, Thicc BROKEN ARROWS - Akina - Bum [Touch Texture Change] Big Earthy Vase [Con.] Groves Modular BookThe Loft - Chevron Fireplace case - Double n/door Screen Black Fireplace Tool Set * created by Fancy Decor: Leaning Mirror Oggy Bonetto* Elm. Lady of Light Room Divider [Espresso] *edited to re- Side Chair Area (20 prims tomove panels and made trans- tal) parent* Soy. Shag Shag Stool [Beige] Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkins 2 Bookcases (25 prims total) Foxwood - Boho lounge - Fig {what next} Palisades Palm tree

Loft & Aria - Turin Decorative Pillows F junk. asylum chair. Apple Fall Brass Candlesticks *edited* Apple Fall Times Newspaper Loft & Aria - Wanderlust Tablet MVT Cute eyeglasses Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkins 2 {wn} Thankful Heart Wall Art Toronto-Picture frame1 Coffee Table Area (18 prims total) Dahlia - Autumn Mood Vase 4 [Brixley] screen frame Fancy Decor: Timber Table {Petite Maison} Angelica Coffee Cup Filled *edited color* Cinnamon roll *unlisted rezzed food item from miyu Adder* Dahlia - Autumn Mood - Deer Frame - Brown 7 Fluffy carpet *created by Ria (ria.bazar)* West Village Theodore Rug Mudcloth The Loft - Pumpkin Dough Bowl Dahlia - Jocelyn - P.s I love you Keys DISORDERLY. / Coffee & Cupcakes / Cinnamon Photo Area (53 prims total) {what next} Harvest Sign BROKEN ARROWS - Christmas Memories 1 - V1 Fancy Decor: Vintage Camera Dahlia - Autumn Mood -

Boots 11 DISORDERLY. / Coffee & Cupcakes / Cinnamon *edited* {what next} Pile of Photos Decor Apple Fall Brass Candlesticks *edited* floorplan. fall in love plank JIAN King Charles Spaniel Master’s Chair Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkins 2 Elm. Lady of Light Room Divider [Espresso] tarte. glass pumpkins - grouped *edited* Apple Fall Emily Pouf - Stripes Foxwood ~ Delilah ~ Pom Lights ~ grey LISP - Maple Autumn Leaf 5 D-LAB conga floorplan. love wire Toronto-Picture frame1

[Orange] *edited* Dahlia - Sky & Mochi - Leash Mount HILL - Nest Thermostat GOLD 1 S2 Pro Switch v2.0 - U.S. Flip EVERYONE - Wood Apple Fall Brass Candlesticks *edited* LISP - Maple Autumn Leaf 5 [ keke ] polaroid - draw pin *images found off google* The Loft - My Love, My Beard Mirror The Hive - “Grateful” Wall Decor The Hive - “Blessed” Wall Decor The Hive - “Thankful” Wall Decor floorplan. garden string light curve/7 +Half-Deer+ Tassel Garland Affirmation area (38 prims to- Halloween - Medium tal) {what next} Autumn Leaves Side tables are by couch (total Candle 2 prims 14) tarte. glass pumpkins - grouped SAYO - From the Farm Set Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkin Pumpkin Candlesticks hive // canvas wall art . every- Loft & Aria - Hedvig Wood thing you are is enough Side Table REIGN.- PLANNER- QUEEN Dahlia - Autumn Mood - Latte (DECOR)- #21 Dispenser 3 Kalopsia - Goal Planner Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkin DISORDERLY. / Coffee & Apple Fall Brass Candlesticks Cupcakes / Cinnamon *edited* *edited The Loft - Yoga Tray FD: Pencil Holder WISTERIA* - FRINGED RUG S2 Pro Switch v2.0 - U.S. USB - IKAT STRIPED – Wood Foxwood - Boho lounge {wn} Fall in Love Wall Art Snake plant *edited* Toronto-Picture frame1 Ariskea[Velvet] Mums Pot

Couch area (31 prims total) {vespertine} - woodland garland / autumn/small *edited* LISP - Maple Autumn Leaf 5 Foxwood ~ Delilah ~ Pom Lights ~ grey Loft & Aria - Turin Decorative Pillows F Loft & Aria - Turin Decorative Pillow A [North Oak] + Karissa Velvet Couch (white) Loft & Aria - Turin Decorative Pillow E The Hive - “Thankful” Wall Decor *side throw* Unlisted Industry and Surplus – (Dining Room 288 total prims used) Walls & Room info (73 prims used) Onsu ~ “Princeton” House ~ White ~ Small Texture Version *walls edited* Apple Fall Monterey Paneling, Straight Wide [Noble] Wrought Iron Screen S2 Pro Switch v2.0 - U.S. Flip EVERYONE – Wood S2 Pro Switch v2.0 - U.S. Ethernet – Wood Curtains & window Treatments (30 prims used) Elm. Clarissa Curtain [FATPACK/Straight] *edited* MudHoney Roman Shade Up [Brixley] Rustic Charm Welcome sign Buffett Console Area (57 Prims

used) [Brixley] Circle Chalkboard (blank) Fancy Decor: Warm Words (Home) hive // thankful wall sign Fancy Decor: Flora Window Prints *art taken from google* junk. window frame lights. 19 Fancy Decor: Etienne Mirror Loft & Aria - Remington Table Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkin *edited* Ariskea[Lumi] Eucalyptus Vase Gold *edited paired with BROKEN ARROWS - Akina - Small Earthy Vase* BROKEN ARROWS - Akina Big Earthy Vase Apple Fall Storybook Woven Table Runner Apple Fall Orange & Giner Bundt Cake (luc) Celebration Forks and Napkins *edited* (Luc.) Cutlery with Green Napkin [decor] Apple Fall Wine Glasses [Tia] Valarie Silverleaf Glass Vase *edited twigs used only* Dahlia - La Riviera - Riesling Bottle - Extra Rez dust bunny . autumns calling . wine bottle {what next} Pumpkin Chai Candle 1 Apple Fall ‘Love’ Metal Sign Gold Apple Fall Aspidistra in Wicker Planter Apple Fall Brass Candlesticks

FD: Black Framed Fern 4 dust bunny . homemade summer treats . recipe book Dahlia - La Riviera - Shiraz Bottle - Extra Rez tarte. paisley greenery basket falling in love banner pt 1 *created by Twistia Twine* Fancy Decor: Clasp Boxes Apple Fall Card Catalog (Antique)

Fancy Decor: Russell Magazine Basket A Pitaya - Alfazema - Baskets (empty) (Luc.) Glass with Spoons [Decor] *cake stand and large bowls are edited from Elm. Laurel’s Kitchen Herbs [Rosemary]*

Doggie Treats Area (10 prims used) Bookcase (37 prims used) Dahlia - Sky & Mochi - Treat hive // blessed wall sign Jars - FATPACK 12 Fancy Decor: Jones Stacked Kalopsia - Gogo’s Rug (Black Books B Tassels) Pitaya - La cuisine - Plant *ed- [ARIA] Delilah decorative ited* Birch trio KraftWork Bellosguardo LiDahlia - Sky & Mochi - Bone brary Dark Wood Matt Pitaya - La cuisine - Can Food Dahlia - Sky & Mochi - Food & 01 Water Bowls - FATPACK Fancy Decor: Birch Candles Fancy Decor: Vintage Handled KraftWork Bonjour Milk Pot Vase Fancy Decor: Geosphere 3 (Gold) Entry bench area (17 prims KraftWork Bonjour Dessert used) Plates junk. high back bench. {what next} I Love Fall Blocks Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkins 2 (mantle size) Scarlet Creative Autumn ReElm. Aries Plant [White] claim Candle Set (can unlink) FD: Book Stack 1 [Tia] Valarie Silverleaf Wreath Fancy Decor: Geosphere 3 floorplan. bonjour wire (Gold) {what next} Harvest Wall DeElm. Tuliana Rattan Decor cor Boxes Scarlet Creative Autumn ReFancy Decor: Antique Tea claim Blackboard Caddy Apple Fall Brass Candlesticks Fancy Decor: Tea Cup Display *edited* - touch to change Elm. Laurel’s Kitchen GlassTable area (64 prims used) ware #1 [Gold] JIAN King Charles Spaniel -

Pupper Gate *edited* junk. asylum chair. KraftWork Icelandic Dining Clutter . Chandelier HR Trompe Loeil - Raleigh Table Long Brown + Runner *edited* Fancy Decor: Merlot Wine Glass *edited* Dahlia - La Riviera - Reisling Glass - Extra Rez KraftWork Icelandic Dining Clutter . Place Set Empty LR *edited* Fancy Decor: Candle Lantern Fancy Decor: Photo Holder *edited image taken from Google* Dahlia - La Riviera - Wheat Bread dust bunny . autumns calling . pumpkin centerpiece *edited* Apple Fall Brass Candlesticks *edited* Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkin *edited in color and sizes* {moss&mink} Thanksgiving Place setting (Gold) SAYO - Twig & Light Wreath Fancy Decor: Norton Rug [Brixley] Rustic Charm rug

from Winter thorn smores table* floorplan. garden string light curve/7 KraftWork The Georgetown Outdoor Fireplace Black [Noble] Wrought Iron Screen {what next} Orchard Fallen Apples Decor {Nostalgia} Whimsy Pumpkin / Medium / Red Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkins 2 Smore Cart CHEZ MOI The Loft - Hayward Outdoor Chandelier {what next} Winter Harvest Chair (plain) {what next} Winter Harvest Chair (pillow & blanket) Refuge - Autumn Bar Cart Pillows {what next} Sierra Logs {what next} Sierra Blanket Box {Nostalgia} Whimsy Pumpkin / Small / Gold MudHoney Rory Pillow Basket {wn} Fall Favorites Wall Art Smores Firepit CHEZ MOI DISORDERLY. / Coffee & Cupcakes / Pecan *edited* {what next} Sierra Lantern (alFalling outside the Lines – ways lit ) (Outdoor Space 530 prims Trompe Loeil - Apple Basket used) On Side WIth Red Apples mirThe Loft & ARIA - Attwell Per- rored gola Koyama Spruce Cluster of {wn} Pumpkin Patch Wall Art Eight DISORDERLY. / Coffee & HPMD* Gravel Ground Cupcakes / Chocolate -green- straight {what next} Fall Garland 1 (1 Trompe Loeil - Apple Basket prim) Upright With Green Apples Sierra Banner Lights *edited tarte. flora backdrop (stained)

*edited* KraftWork Runner Rugs . Boho Set . Ethnic Pattern Beige PILOT - Fall Garden [Day] {what next} Sierra Blanket Box {what next} Harvest Sign {Nostalgia} Whimsy Pumpkin / Big / Black {Nostalgia} Whimsy Pumpkin / Medium / Doodle Natural {Nostalgia} Whimsy Pumpkin / Small / Doodle Gold White dust bunny . harvest . haybale Ariskea[Velvet] Wood Barrel hive // fall scarecrow . plaid Smores Hay Seat (PG) CHEZ MOI dust bunny . harvest . jug of sunflowers {Nostalgia} Whimsy Pumpkin / Small / Doodle Green Gold HPMD* Shrub - orange*b sf barrel planter - dark [sf] barrel planter with flowers [sf] barrel planter with flowers 2 hive // oak simple shrub . autumn v3 Botanical - T2C Aspen Tree 1 Botanical - Douglas Fir 4 spruce 01 M/T 1 hive // falling leaves . spread hive // ground leaves . line HPMD* Cliff Hill - green B *hay spread on floor is from Hive simply edited* To grandmother’s house, we go. – (Front door Space Total prims used 371) hive // falling leaves . close Pumpkin Topiary - Orange

Ariskea[Flores] Pumpkins 2 Botanical - T2C Aspen Tree 1 Botanical - Douglas Fir 4 hive // harvest hay bale {OBD} Pumpkin Stand 1 hive // pumpkins for sale sign MVT Cute notepad {what next} Copper Fall Sign (w/lights) Burin: Doorbell Ariskea[Velvet] Mums Pot [Orange] {what next} Hello There Wellies Decor LB_Birch1_with_season_ change Kraftwork Kess Corner Unit & Clutter . Sunflower Book Set Ariskea[Cashew] Autumn Wreath [Mustard] {what next} Bellevie Table Trompe Loeil - Red Apple Single {wn} Hello Pumpkin Wall Art {what next} Knitting Basket (v3) {what next} Bramley Rocking Chair (rustic)- no pillow V2 Granola. Cider Floats & Doughnuts V1. ~ The Old Orchard Cottage ~ Resizer {what next} Fall Hanging Lanterns on String (natural) {what next} Hello There Wellies Decor Autumn Pumpkin Stack bronze JIAN King Charles Spaniel Master’s Chair *edited* {what next} Copper Fall Sign (w/lights)

WISTERIA* - FRINGED RUG - IKAT STRIPED WISTERIA*- DOOR MAT HEY PUMPKIN Ariskea[Flores] Pompom Vase - Aubergine Heart - Aubretia - Large White - FULL - LOW HEART - Queen’s Maiden Flowering Bush 4 - White JIAN King Charles Spaniel Upside Down Sleeper HPMD* Shrub02 - green d JIAN King Charles Spaniel Daffodils *edited* [ba] flagstone pavers Botanical - Boxwood Bush v2 D (Square 2x2x1) {wn} Tall Pumpkin Luminary (copper) [sf] barrel planter with flowers 2 [ba] simple metal lantern - sitting small HPMD* Gravel Ground -green- straight *planters are unlisted created by *Domineaux Destiny (domineaux.prospero)*