A "Dear John" Letter To The Lindens

Things were going really well for a while. No major drama, at least on my end. But if it's not one thing, lately, it's another. Today, it's this:



Dear Lindens,

I love you, I do. And I want this to work, so very bad. But it's not me, it's you. You can't seem to keep it together. I spend plenty of time with you, generously spoil you with more $L than I care to admit. I've even started this here blog in your honor. And what is the thank you I get? The appreciation? Faulty log in's, missing inventory, slow rezzing even though I have an insanely fast internet connection and a second generation MacBook Pro. Please, help me help you. What can we do to make things better? Come on, let's make this work!

Forever Love,
Chloe


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Kittylicious NEW Mainstore & Merchandise!

I just love Kittylicious, so you can imagine my excitement when I went to check out their new Mainstore location! It's probably about twice the size. There is a big main area where the clothing and accessories are, a hair shop, a tattoo shop, and a shoe store. Not only that, but they have added plenty of new merchandise, from skins to tops and shoes! If you are group member (which I am!) they have the most adorable pair of shoes as a gift to thank us for the support! Waiting for a friend to TP in? Lean up against the LUSH pink convertible. Definitely check it out and don't forget to get a new landmark for your inventory.




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((To view the entire True Life episode, click here!))


Chloe: When did you start on SL and how did you stumble upon it?
Keiko: My rez-day is 12/13/2005. A friend showed me the link to the Second Life website and raved about it. Humble beginnings, indeed!

Chloe: Tell us what you do here in SL...
Keiko: I am a live musician and part-time barista at Keiko's Cafe. Mostly a live musician.

Chloe: How did you get started with that?
Keiko:
Ladies an gentlemen, take a seat and gather 'round for...

THE TALE OF KEIKO TAKAMURA

Keiko began as every other female resident avatar of Second Life starts out -- thin, with whoreish makeup and a lilac-colored top with L$200 to her name. Eventually, she got a makeover. After that mission was accomplished, she stumbled upon Multiverse Records where she saw a hefty, chainsmoking avatar named Derek Tones playing his guitar. She and the fat man became friends, and he showed her the ancient art of audio streaming.

She started playing regular shows, building up an in-world fanbase, and is currently immensely enjoying the positive reaction she gets from her crowds.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the screen was Amy Te, a native Californian who had a guitar in her hand and a song in her notebook for seven years. All she lacked was an audience. Now, with the support of her friends and family and other SL musicians, she plans on bringing her music to her real life (or "RL" as we refer to it in-game).

Chloe: What advice can you give to our readers who are also interested in becoming successful in your field? Were there mistakes you made that they can avoid? Something or things you did *right* that catapulted your success?
Keiko:
If you want to be a live musician in SL, take advantages of the resources that are available now, and don't be afraid to ask questions. Make sure you're doing it for the right reasons. There's got to be a passion for music.

If you want to be a live musician in RL, then *I* need advice as much as you do!



Chloe: Approximately how much $L did it cost for you to start your business, and how long did it take for you to turn a profit?
Keiko:
This isn't a business. Music is LOVE. <3 style="font-weight: bold;">Chloe: Tell us your favorite...

* * clothing designer/shop:
* Keiko: Amerie's Naughty and BP*
* * hangout spot:
* Keiko: I'm usually hanging around at Keiko's Cafe.
* * place for skins:
* Keiko: ROSEMAR and Gigi Couture
* * toy or gadget:
* Keiko: Kabuki Ewing makes these awesome animated freebies, like an animated broom or a tray of food that makes you trip and spill everything.
* * coolest/prettiest sim:
* Keiko: Straylight... and I have to send a shout-out to Hathian. (Columtreal College REPRESENT! WUT WUT!)
* * place for hair:
* Keiko: Gritty Kitty
* * AO:
* Keiko: Happy Dispatch
* * any other favorites you want to tell us about:
* Keiko: Insert Coin Arcade! They have all sorts of playable arcade games, and you can win tickets to redeem for prizes like... a SPIDER RING!

Chloe: Does your Avi look like the RL you? How is it the same? How is it different?
Keiko:
I've always tried to make my AV as much like the RL me as possible. Down to the glasses and rice-belly. The only thing I'm jealous about with my AV is that her hair never gets messed up and she never, ever sweats.



Chloe: How do you feel about romantic relationships in SL? Have you had any of significance? Crossed over to RL at all? Horror stories?
Keiko:
I married the guy I met in SL. How's that for significant? I had MTV call him my "boyfriend" on the True Life episode, but that's because we eloped and I didn't want my extended family getting confused. My mom knows, though, and has given us her blessing.

Chloe: Biggest jerk, liar, or psycho you have encountered so far? Do tell!
Keiko:
There was this one chick who wanted to steal my man... she was pretty looney. I ended up writing a song about it, so at least the whole ordeal was fodder for my creativity.

Chloe: Do you have a residence here in SL? Do you rent or own?
Keiko:
I rent a house with my BFFles, Meesha and Unhe. We call it the Cougar Den, because we're always on the prowl.

Chloe: Mind telling us what sim it's on?
Keiko:
Flotsam Beach, where it's ALL at!

Chloe: Where did you get your house? Is it a prefab or did you have it built? If so by who? Mind sharing a pic?
Keiko:
It's a Barnesworth Anubis prefab. Pretty swank. Three bedrooms upstairs, so we each get our own room.

Chloe: Tell us your 3 favorite movies:
Keiko:

  • The Princess Bride
  • Galaxy Quest
  • Edward Scissorhands (or possibly The Little Mermaid).



Chloe: Favorite 3 songs on your playlist right now?
Keiko:

  • Yeah Yeah Yeahs - The Sweets
  • K'Naan - In The Beginning (Harold & Kumar Soundtrack)
  • Marakesh - Zhdat (from the GTA4 soundtrack)

Chloe: We have all heard of drunk dialing... ever been drunk SL-ing?
Keiko:
I was desperate one night to have a White Russian, but I was out of milk, so - and I am not proud of this - I mixed the Kaluha with Coffee-Mate and soy milk. And then I went back to my computer and told my friends, who were rightfully disgusted with me.

Chloe: Funniest thing you've seen so far:
Keiko:
Two noob lesbians who were most likely both men trying to figure out their sex poseballs.

Chloe: Lamest pick-up line that's been tossed your way:
Keiko:
"hi c2c sexy chat plz"

Chloe: To "Mute" or not to "Mute"? What makes you cut someone off like that?
Keiko:
I only mute a person if they're obviously a griefer/spammer or if they've horribly offended me in some way. Most times, I forget who I've muted and take them off my muted list.

Chloe: Got anything coming up you want to plug? Any friends whose ventures you want to tell us about? If you have a blog, tell us the URL here!
Keiko:


I'm in San Francisco, so if you're in the Bay Area, make sure to friend me and let me know, so I can keep you up to date on the RL shows!

Chloe: Go ahead and get the last word! Tell us anything you think we should know that I haven't asked... say anything you want, at all here!
Keiko:
Don't ever agree to do a reality show, for serious. It's a pain in the ass.



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New Designs By House Of Nyla

Nyla Cheeky has done it again with some great new designs for House of Nyla. If you aren't already in the know, House of Nyla is an in world expression of Nyla's RL designs. The textures and over all quality of her designs are above standard, worth every Linden!

This time, she is bringing us back to school with the most adorable school girl outfit I have seen in a long time! And we all know how much I love a good school girl outfit! But this one is not your every day, played out interpretation. Nyla add's a, well cheeky top hat, and cute-as-a-button blazer, with matching shoes.




For the naughty under the skirt, Nyla brings us yet another set of detailed and feminine lace lingerie!






Be sure to stop by, especially if you have never been! But for those who are long time lovers of her line, make sure to pick up these sure to be classic new pieces!


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You don’t just need a skin, what you NEED is a PERSONALITY!

We stand behind that statement here at LionSkins, and just to prove it, we’re giving YOU a chance to show us your personality. The rules are simple. Take your picture, professionally or just a snapshot, and send it to Olyvia Zenovka. You must be wearing your favorite LionSkin, and be IN the LionSkin Update Group. Yes, it’s just that SIMPLE.

Deadline for entries is September 20th at 11:59pm Second Life Time.
All submissions will be verified for LionSkins Update Group Membership
You can enter as many times as you want, but only one entry per skin!

Send your Picture along with the following information:
Your Name
Skin Name
Personality: Tell us what you’re about!
Title your picture LIONSKINS - Your Name

Top Prize will win the entire Suzana Line in one Tone! Take a good look around, that’s well over 70K linden in Skins!

Second Prize will receive their choice of 15 Skins

Third Prize Will win 7 of their choice of Skins.


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