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I'm The Bad Guy?

Writing this for a friend of a friend. Winks.


“Bittersweet? No, just bitter, the taste of your tongue.
Words you can’t have back, so they linger.”
― Coco J. Ginger




Could it be possible that while she thought she was being good, she was actually the villain in the story?
That had to be it!
What else could it mean when people gathered and discussed her in such a negative light?
But it was confusing to her; those same people smiled at her and proclaimed love and devotion to her every day.
They screamed to the world how sweet and wonderful she was and how lucky they felt to have her in their lives.
But behind her, away from where her ears could hear, it had been a different story.
There was no kindness in their words when her name was mentioned. They took turns ditching 
dirt at her and burying her under their betrayal...


“Often people that criticise your life are usually the same people that don't know
the price you paid to get where you are today. True friends see the full picture of your soul.”
― Shannon Alder


"But..." she thought, if they had so much to say about her, they surely must have their reasons.
And sadness and doubt begin to sink in. The realization of discovering that perhaps she had been the
bad guy all along, just like in the scene in the 1993 American action/drama film FALLING DOWN,
 starring Michael Douglas and Robert Duvall, when William Foster (Michael Douglas)
realizes that he was actually "the bad guy".
*By the way, one of the best films ever, in my opinion, and one of my top ten scenes from a film.


How did that happen?"

Yes, with their words, doubt was implanted in her head about what kind of person she really was.
And sadness began to sink in, making her want to run away, away from them and never come back
If there was only judgment in their words, why would they still want her to stick around, right?

Let them judge you.
Let them misunderstand you.
Let them gossip about you.
Their opinions aren’t your problem.
You stay kind, committed to love,
and free in your authenticity.
No matter what they do or say,
don’t you dare doubt your worth
or the beauty of your truth.
Just keep on shining like you do.”
― Scott Stabile

But she was stronger than they were, stronger than their words and their judgments,
and instead of anger, all she felt for them was sadness...
"Poor, poor friends. Don't they know that words are more hurtful than punches?
Punch me in the face and leave me with a bloody broken nose. That will heal with time.
But your unkind words will be tattooed in the deepest part of my heart and stay
there forever. Even forgiveness can't erase them." And the trust she once had in them. won't ever be the same.

Thanks For Reading!
Lori Novo


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Summer It Turns Me Upside Down

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“I fell for her in summer, my lovely summer girl,
From summer she is made, my lovely summer girl,
I’d love to spend a winter with my lovely summer girl,
But I’m never warm enough for my lovely summer girl,
It’s summer when she smiles, I’m laughing like a child,
It’s the summer of our lives; we’ll contain it for a while
She holds the heat, the breeze of summer in the circle of her hand
I’d be happy with this summer if it’s all we ever had.”
― Maggie Stiefvater




Hello Beautiful World!
Today I begin my morning and the week bringing to you an event that I love.
This is SUMMERFEST '23 (Adult).
Running from June 17 - July 9 and sponsored by floorplan, friday, and ELIKATIRA.
I have been covering this great event almost every year since 2016. However, this is the very first time
that I took pictures of the event's grounds. It has been set easy to navigate, with three levels,
including the landing point, and all the stores are in alphabetical order this year. 


The event always has many of my favorite designers/stores participating and I can always find great
items that I fall in love with. This year was no exception. I could make a list of my wishlist but why not
show you instead? ;)

This year, my favorite #1 item from the event was the Perlita Lavenderfield flowers by anc.
It comes in a variety of beautiful colors, sold separately. My favorite ones were the white ones

Designer aki60 never fails to awe me with all his beautiful designs, always so magical.
I can always tell his creations when I am out exploring before I even check out who's the designer.
They are definitely unique. aki60 is also the owner of one of my favorite Second Life places, 
The Outer Garden (Moderate)


In 2nd place is a set of five poses perfect for those sunny-windy days on the beach or a green field.
 My Beautiful Kite Bento Poses by :LW:

As we all already know, Designer Luane Meo's beautiful poses include high-quality props.
By joining her group (FREE) you'll be collecting seven group gifts and can save 10% in the Outlet
Discount, Group area. Also, remember to check out the weekly discount offers starting at 50L and
up to 50% off. (Luane Meo's Flickr)


I'm a sucker for birds and birdhouses and that's what puts our next item/items in 3rd place.
These are the Summer Bird Dwellings Collection by {vespertine}
*Birds NOT included, but the featured ones come from HPMD, they are the LittleBird in Forest
just in case you want to get them.

{vespertine} offers a beautiful array of decor for your home and garden (Flickr).
There are over ten group gifts to collect for all group members with no fee to join the group.
Occasionally, designer amelia.knelstrom offers great items at discounted prices during weekend sales. (MarketPlace)


This beautiful So'L'Estate and Decor by 8f8 places 4th for me.
I absolutely loved it and the only reason it didn't place a higher place is because I like building my
own homes. However, I loved it so much that I am considering buying it.

Designer iBi not only creates some of the best items in Second Life but he has one of the most beautiful
sims, Black Kite. While some go for shopping purposes, others go just to enjoy the land.
It is a win-win for all visitors. ;)  (Flickr)


In 5th place I have the Moi Bree Lifeguard Chair by Chez Moi.
I really need one for our beach to keep an eye on Steppenwolf for when he goes skinnydipping
(wink wink). The chair is available also in the Adult version. I can't imagine how much two
people can perform while on it without falling over. I think I'll just have to buy it and see for myself. :P

Designer nanda Marjeta has been creating everything you need from home and garden decor to
cute homes since 2012. Her group has been set at 200L to join which will save you from 15% to
50% off any purchases you make excluding Gift Cards and gacha items. There are over ten group gifts
to collect and new monthly gifts to come and surprise giveaways for group members.

So there you have it, my top five favorites from this event.
The following are the rest of the things I liked just as much.


[Glitzz] Bali Bikini - Pack 4
:::ChicChica::: Lemonade dispsenser


KitCat - Summer Explorer
Kalopsia - Lana's Summer Day Set
Aardvark : Helluva Scoop


hive // summer snowcones
dust bunny . fluffy narwhal and crab chair
[Con.] Wee Tugger Attachable


Checking out now to eat some breakfast my beautiful people.
Hopefully, later I'll return with another great event to share with you. 
For this coming one, I am having one of my besties accompany me. See you soon!

Much love,
Lori Novo

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