Lori Novo's Rez Birthday

August 29, 2011

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Today is My

REZZ DAY

My One Year Anniversary in Second Life.

I'm just a baby! :P

Gee's Rez Day

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My spunky angel Gee had a Second Life birthday yesterday, 

it was her 4th year Rez celebration!!!

There is no doubt in my mind that the day she stepped foot in Second Life for the first time

four years ago, Second Life became a much better place with her beautiful and loving

personality <3

A sincere apology to my beautiful friend Gee for not being able to make it. 

Due to Second Life technical difficulties that kept freezing on me and logging me out, 

I wasn't able to do much.... I blame it all to that damn hurricane "Irene" that hit 

the east coast of the USA yesterday. But trust me, I was with her in spirit and heart <333 

SUPER LOVE YOU Gee!!!

BTW; I want to thank my good friend Gee for this wonderful
Jukebox Flexstar V1.3.b.
It is the most awesome gift ever. It has been programmed with 53 radio stations 

so with a simple click of a button I can change from Jazz to classical, hard/soft rock 

to country, etc., the sky is the limit. There is room to add more stations as I want. 

Not only did she leave me with this great gift but she also left me with 

two of her dance animations.

Thank you so much, my spunky angel <3

Lucy?

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With her constant Avi transformations, I am never sure what Lucy (Kuro Okami) 

is going to look like for the day. Today when Poppy Ghostraven, Riyad Rozen and I 

were together trying to set a new swimming pool that I got for my palace, 

Lucy appeared before us looking this way :O

Not knowing what to make of it, uncertain if this was a new Avi she had gotten, 
the only thing that my good Poppy could say was, "Lucy, what have you done to yourself?"
all while I was laughing hysterically. I laughed so hard to the point of tears 
and even got a tummy pain. The only words that could come out of my mouth were, 
"Lucy, you look lovely" and when I asked Riyad how he saw Lucy his answer to me was,
"Crazy as always".

The funny thing is that Lucy at first had no idea why we were all laughing at her. 
You see the problem was that on her screen she saw herself OK and had no idea 
that to us she appeared like a character from a Transformers movie. 
Once we took her picture and showed her how she looked, she too laughed.
 I just love her good sense of humor.



Lucy kept changing her clothes to see if she could fix the glitch problem. 

But ever time she tried she keep making herself look funnier. 
This was my favorite picture, notice how Lucy has hairy breasts... LOL, 
Lucy you really need to shave!

Lucy is so adorable and fun that no one will ever have a dull moment in her company.

 Every time I am around her I am guaranteed to have a great time, 
Love you, my crazy girl, <3

Novo's Palace In The Sky

Finally, a dream come true! 

From one day to the other I went from being a homeless common girl 

to now being Princess Novo living in a palace in the sky. 

After many days, 362 to be exact, of wandering around Second Life 

looking for a safe haven to crash and praying the owners wouldn't discover me 

and get kicked out, I have had enough. Two days ago I took that BIG step, 

yes, I married Riyad Rozen.... LOL just kidding! I bought land, 

a pretty big chunk of it in a very nice and isolated area, 

you already know how much I love my privacy.

My new land is surrounded by pine trees and it has an ocean view 

on two sides since I bought a corner plot. The area where it is located 

has been divided into three very large plots and at the moment,

 I only have one neighbor which unfortunately I haven't had the pleasure of meeting.

But my palace is not resting on this beautiful land, 

it is floating above it, in the sky, higher than the clouds. This beautiful structure,
"The Sky Orient Romance"
was found for me by Riyad.

STRUCTURE DESCRIPTION:

Beautiful skybox 75mX50m comprising of 2 rooms with curtains 

that open and close, transmitter stars, central garden with fountain and large pool, 

many plants, and palm trees, torches. This skybox in oriental style is ideal 

for a ballroom, a dance hall or just a house in a romantic dreams and magic.

Now, don't I look like a princess? 

Ok, maybe not in this photo and yes I am wearing my Hello Kitty shirt 

which I absolutely love so go ahead and laugh but I am not taking it off :P

When I told Riyad that I felt like a princess living in this beautiful palace he said to me,

 "No, not a princess, You are a queen!". 

Awww, do you see now why I love him so much? 

I have such wonderful and loving friends that some of them already call me princess, 

and even though I am a "queen" to Riyad he still can't stop calling me monkey. 

Does that mean I am the Queen Monkey to him??? :O

Yesterday, my two dear friends Gee and Poppy came to the rescue. 

Since you already know what a dumb butt I am, I had NO clue, 

and I mean NOOO clue whatsoever of how or where to start building my new palace. 

This photo is the moment when the three of us got together to start the construction work.

Actually, Gee had already measured the land by the time Poppy and I got there. 

She and I had been shopping for red roses for my new palace. 

BTW, thanks Poppy for the roses and the many other beautiful plants<3

With a lot of patience, my good friend Gee guided me through the steps to follow 

in order to get my palace up in the sky. But once we were reaching the final point,

an unexpected problem arose, the structure seemed to be too big for the land. 

The only solution left to do was to turn the whole structure around and see if that way

it would fit. For this task, I had to step aside and leave the work to Gee and Poppy,

 the professionals. Gee logged in using my Avi so she could better solve the problem

 and less than an hour later. TADA! The palace was finished.

Walking around my new home I couldn't contain the excitement

 of how beautiful everything looked. Before leaving, Gee asked that I "locked" my home, 

that it was very important which I assured her I would. Unfortunately, due to all the

excitement, I completely forgot, not realizing how important this was. 

Once alone the unthinkable happened. While trying to pick up a tree 

that I had just added to my palace, I accidentally picked up half of the outside 

of the structure. Letting a big scream out, I IMed Gee to let her know what I had just done :( 

My good friend had to come back with her bunny and fix everything again. These time

before leaving she made sure everything was locked.

On my land, I might be creating a garden with floating gazebos

like the ones that can be found at Lovers Cove. But for now, my full concentration

 is on my palace. The first picture in this post is how my place looks at the moment. 

It still has to be furnished and decorated which will require a lot of time and L$.

Most of my friends have already visited me and I have received many wonderful gifts 

for my new home from some of them. I hope to be able to start making parties sometime

soon and see my friends here since I have a beautiful big room that will be serving as a

ballroom. I'll gladly be updating you with pictures of the progress of my new palace 

once the decorating process begins.

BTW;
Some great news that I would like to share with you is that Lucy (kuro Okami) has also

gotten a place of her own. It is a beautiful house that she was able to find for a great

 price and came completely furnished.

The Blue Rose

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Today I was hanging at Hapuna Beach and while I was AFK, 

on my return, a very pleasant surprise awaited for me...

tommy Meerson: may i dance with you

tommy Meerson has given you this object:

Blue Rose

tommy Meerson: hi, nice glasses

Lori Novo: Thank you Tommy for the rose...sorry I was AFK

tommy Meerson: sorry i did not hear anything so i was gone

tommy Meerson: you are very beautifull

Lori Novo: TY so much..... I love roses

Lori Novo: Have a wonderful day Tommy

tommy Meerson: you too lovely Lori

tommy Meerson: have a great future

Lori Novo:  u too Tommy :)

Tommy Meerson is the second person that has given me a rose in SL. 

My froggy (Beetles) gave me the first one... a red one to cheer me up. 

I wonder who will give me the third one!

Thanks Tommy for the rose and sorry I didn't get to dance with you.

Breaking Free

August 22, 2011

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Not too long ago I was imprisoned in a controlling relationship 

where most of the decisions concerning my life were made for me, even the smallest ones.

 I was told when I was allowed to get close to him and to what extent 

to later be pushed away as if I was disposable. This was a pattern that kept 

repeating itself over and over for an extended period of time. 

Friends were chosen for me by him and the ones that I had personally chosen

were being unfairly judged and ridiculed just for the mere fact

that they didn't fit his standards.

He would constantly label me as an "unstable" person bringing my self-esteem 

all the way down to the ground. Sadly, I allowed his words to have so much power 

over me to the point that I started doubting my sanity and consequentially

I would find myself feeling ashamed of my existence. His verbal and mental abuse

 towards me always disguised as a loving concern for my well-being, 

blinded me and I believe that this person genuinely cared and he became my everything.

I placed all my love and trust in him and simply chose to close my eyes 

not realizing that I was sleeping with the enemy.

Don't get me wrong, the only person I have to blame for all these is myself 

since I allowed it to happen. The love and admiration I felt for him blinded me 

to see that an escape from this unhealthy relationship was possible.

 All I had to do was break free and never look back and that is exactly what I did. 

After I had had enough, I realized that I had been stepped down and spit on

 sufficiently and I deserved better. I just wish I had broken free long before

 from the chains he had wrapped me in, I wasted so much time...

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I had to learn to survive on my own and after many tears shed and a broken heart, 

I started becoming strong. Away from him and with time, I discovered the great 

potential in me to exceed in life, something I couldn't see before due to his 

controlling fist that kept me down. It was as if the unstable, insignificant and

worthless Lori perished during the escape and a new strong and determined Lori was born.

Now that I am able to exhale freely and walk in life without having to be led by his

controlling authority, I have become adventurous and a risk-taker. 

I am not afraid to speak up and demand respect if I feel I am being treated poorly.

I set rules for myself and for those who dare try to cross the line with me. 

I can be brutally blunt when necessary and I will definitely not allow anyone to pressure 

me into something I don't want to. I choose who I want to be with but especially 

how much of myself I am willing to give to each person in my life.

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Unfortunately, it seems the past is trying to make its way back into my life. 

Sneaking gradually through a little gap that I forgot to close, he has occasionally 

managed to sneak in and disturb the peace that I have worked so hard to find. 

What is very upsetting is the fact that he still thinks he has some control over me

and over my life. Judging my every move and decision has become his main target 

but what he doesn't realize is that I no longer need him and he has become an 

undesirable nuisance to me.

I am a forgiven person and it is in my nature to always see the good

in every person no matter how bad this person might be. In this relationship, 

I was extremely hurt to the point that I had to learn again to trust people. 

I was very hurtfully labeled, judged, disrespected, and stepped on. But I will honestly

say this, I forgive him for the hell he put me through. I do it for myself and not for him, 

I don't want hate to poison the wonderful life I am now creating for myself. 

I also realize that is very important to forgive myself for allowing this to happen 

so I can be able to move on not caring a heavy load of guilt on my shoulders.

However, I made the terrible mistake of allowing him to get close to me once more, 

but this has helped me to see how strong and independent I have become. 

I am a strong woman that deserves the best and I will no longer settle for less. 

So the next time he comes by knocking at my door the only thing he'll be seeing

is stars when I slam it to his face.

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Dolly JoAnn

Where is the pretty angel
with the tiny and fragile hands
that would dress me up in pretty lace dresses
and would play with me all day?

We would play tea time,
we were the best of friends,
I would sleep with her every night
She would call me her baby Joann.

I remember the last time I saw her,
when she so lovingly kissed me goodbye
carefully placing me on her soft pink bed.
Softly whispering, "Don't you move, I'll be back in no time".

Now I don't hear her laughter
and ten long years have passed.
I am covered in dust and webs
But I know one day she will be back.

I still remember the day I heard them crying,
and saying our little angel is at rest,
Let's not move her JoAnn dolly
Let's leave her where she is at.

Now the house is so quiet
and the sun never comes in
But I sit here waiting
and sometimes I can feel her near.

I feel her tiny hands fixing my hair
like on those very happy days
when I would play with my angel
Always feeling her loving embrace

Faithfully and lovingly I await,
always looking at the doorway
Can't wait to see my angel running in saying
"My baby JoAnn, I am ready here to play!"

-by Lori Novo

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Too Hot

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What is the worst thing that can happen to you 

when the weather is above 100°F?

If you guessed hearing a rumbling sound coming from your air-conditioner,

 you got it right!!!  The darn unit broke down on me now that these days are hot as hell. 

And to top it off I called Sears to set up an appointment and the "nice" lady

 at the other end of the line sitting at her desk, maybe even wearing a light sweater

 because of how cool her working environment tells me, 

"Ma'am, the next available opening for our technicians to be out there is in ten days".

Oh no, you did not just say that!!! 

What am I supposed to do for ten days, stick my head in the freezer?

Now I had no choice but to take that date and pray for a cold front... Hey!!! 

I believe in miracles. Anyways, I sit to watch my local news, wearing shorts 

and a light tee rolled up as far as I can to my chest, windows wide opened but still

sweating uncontrollably and what do I see on the weather report, over 100°F 

for the next five days. You gotta be kidding me!!! 

The "cool" reporter then has the audacity to say....

"If you don't need to go out, stay indoors to protect yourselves from the heat."

Hey reporter lady, why don't you come over to my house for a nice hot cup of tea :P

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Now my freezer is filled with Popsicles and ice, and I keep hitting the shower

 like every two hours while filling the tub every night but instead of taking bubble baths

I am seriously taking an ice bath. The heat is so bad that if I leave kernels on my kitchen

counter when I return, I find popcorn.

However, we must see the bright side of every misfortune and luckily this unexpected 

"break down" has brought my kids and me closer. We hang out in the backyard 

at least for a while in out tiny bitty pool or just getting each other wet with the water hose.

 I was also forced to get an air-condition window unit for my daughter's room 

so at least, at nights, we can sleep cool. Sleeping with her all these nights has been

great.... it's like having slumber parties every night with my best friends <333

A Sad Dress

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Love comes and goes

Like the waves on the ocean shore

Hitting and hurting more each time

When it's time again to say goodbye.

-- Lori Novo ~

Please don't dare to tell me that this is a pretty dress. 

Don't even say that I look beautiful, that is like a slap in the face. 

This is my sad dress, the one I wear each time a piece of me dies. 

It represents death and I wear it to cover my pain. It is also my goodbye dress,

the one I wear each time a new dream is gone. 

It is good to cover the shame of being a fool that keeps tripping on the same rock... 

repeating always the same mistake.

Words for me from two of my friends

"You are blinded with love

you dont have anyone to wake you up

until someone slaps you!

~Kuro Okami (Lucy)

"You're an eternal  love optimist"

~Otis Gregan

Evalia's Paradise

As I always say, not all good things in life have to come in big sizes 

and Evalia's Romantic Paradise is proof of that. This charming little garden 

captured my heart right away when I stepped foot on it. As you all know by now, 

I absolutely love solitude and this beautiful garden has a lot of that to provide. 

With the few visitors you see there, this has to be one of the most private places 

you can visit in Second Life.

There is an 'ElvenGlen Gazebo' located at one side of the garden 

where a beautiful extended sitting area has been set up. Green round cushions

 that match perfectly the growing greenery decorate and have been placed 

for your comfort.

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This gazebo is divided into two parts, one is for sitting and the other has a pool 

where you can lounge, sit by the water while you are hugging your loved one 

or just get your feet wet, which is my favorite. I love getting my feet wet wherever 

I go as much as I love the rain and cute black kittens that remind me of my Oreo.

Mashooka

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It is no secret that I absolutely love Indian fashion 

and that is why Mashooka is my favorite Second Life store for these type of clothing. 

They have the most amazing clothing both in the Indian and Western styles.

Just like with Vita's Boudoir, I have created a special folder

just for all the Mashooka pieces I get. So far I have found three amazing stores 

that have become my very favorite.

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Here it's my latest addition to my Mashooka folder. 

It's the :MD: Preetam Bridal Collection (pink) which also is available in yellow,

 purple and blue for L$800. My jewelry is from the Mashooka Lakshmi Collection 

and it's available both in the silver or gold tones. Each piece is sold individually 

starting from L$200 to L$350 or if you are a member you'll be saving a 10% 

on the complete pack.

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As you know me by now, when it comes to my passion for something, 

there is no stopping me. These type of clothing have absolutely become my passion 

or my obsession as you might say. I have my little heart set on the next dress

 I am hoping to get some time in the future. I just need to start saving my L$.

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PHOTOS LOCATION: 

III ARYA Resorts III ~~~( Business India )~~~, Arya - Moderate

A New Tree For The Monkey

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I found a new tree to climb!!!

There are five different sitting poses on this tree.

I am so happy... I am sooo in love with this tree <3

There's even a swing over the water where I can get my feet wet while I swing.

This tree can be found at the Japan Project Garden