Showing posts with label Avatars / Children. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Avatars / Children. Show all posts

A Child's Curiosity Is A Child's Dream



“Kids are naturally curious about the world around them.
Everything is fascinating and holds their attention as they explore their new surroundings.
Adults, however, have grown up hearing the words ‘no’, ‘don't do that,’ and ‘quit daydreaming so often,
that they create their own little world, a world with lots of limitations.
What then do most adults teach to their children? 
‘No’, ‘don't do that,’ and ‘quit daydreaming.’ 
So, what can you learn from a child today…?”
― James A. Murphy




Hello Beautiful Second Life!
While the Spring Fair has ended and is long gone, and we won't see it again 'til next year,
the sweet spring child that I had the fortune of meeting there on a beautiful sunny day
remains forever living in these images that I was so lucky to capture...

Please meet Jenna Ballyhoo  (jenna.langer) from Guatemala.
15 years and 2 months in Second Life.


The day I met our sweet Jenna she was chasing butterflies armed with a butterfly orange net.
The image was so sweet that I couldn't resist but try to capture it with my lens. Unfortunately,
before I was even able to click the button, the net was gone and so was the opportunity to save what
could have been one of my favorite pictures in the blog. Now, this didn't discourage me, since I still
had this beautiful little girl standing there. The picture in my mind was still perfect, net or not.
Cute as a button, Jenna remained standing in the same spot for a good while, giving me the chance to
still capture with my camera all the innocence and sweetness that can only be found in a child,
Holding her yellow teddy bear while blowing bubbles and looking up to the sky with her beautiful big
blue eyes, the moment and the opportunity were perfect to begin clicking away. ;)


Now, with beautiful big eyes like hers and looking at the world with all the innocence of a child,
I am sure she can see all the bright stars in the sky even in the daytime, or see the sun
smiling down at her at night. She can see waves of birds in the sky synchronizing in a beautiful
dancing flight performance. The possibilities are endless when it comes to seeing the world through the
eyes of a child when everything is magical and possible, beautiful and pure.
Now, our little friend here was sweetness all around, from her big blue eyes, messy blonde short
ponytails, her little blue dress, and her yellow teddy bear friend, to her beautiful angelic face.
She truly looked like a beautiful doll, like the ones you like to keep safe in a glass case. Or like the doll
you like to take with you everywhere and get dirty by playing in the mud while having a little tea party.
But the most precious thing about little Jenna was the beauty of her soul, sweet, kind, and friendly.
It was her, that selected the song "Corazon de Nino" for this post...

ღJenna Ballyhooღ  (jenna.langer): I like it because at the beginning it's his son laughing

Things you should know about Jenna are that our little friend considers herself "just a little
photographer in Second Life" which I consider simple modesty from her part. She is in fact a great
photographer with a beautiful Flickr stream that you can check out HERE and kindly give her a follow.
She also used to blog on her own LITTLE FRIENDS IN SL blog which is no longer active but is still
open to visit, HERE. There, just like I did, you will find some of the super cutest pictures of her
featuring beautiful children's fashion among other things.
By the way, the beautiful young lady below is our Jenna as an adult.


Then the time arrived when we had to part ways and just as I first saw her chasing butterflies, she left
dancing with the wind and leaving me with a big smile and these beautiful words...

ღJenna Ballyhooღ  (jenna.langer): sending hugs!
Lori Novo: Hugs!
ღJenna Ballyhooღ  (jenna.langer): <3

Thanks For Reading!
Much love,
Lori Novo


Some Credits On ღJenna Ballyhooღ  (jenna.langer)
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TPT (The Popcorn Tree) - Bunnies & Eggs  Canvas Shoes - Toddleedoo
*CB* (Vute Bytes) Squeaky Bumper
2 - Body - BABY FITTED (ToddleeDoo)
Journey - GSR T-Sync Don't Stop Believing
{Sakura} Sleepy Bear Plush - Hang
 ;Lovey- Corduroy Jumper - Blue Floral {TD}
VCO ~ MIRYO Hair / Resizer /
Tikkels Bubble Pipe Blue
*ToddleeDoo* Head PLUS #Banana - Head - (2.1)

Shining, Shimmering, and Splendid

 °˖✧◦ Toddleedoo Presents ◦✧˖°
Spring Fair & Easter Eggs Hunt 




"I can show you the world
Shining, shimmering, splendid
Tell me, princess, now when did
You last let your heart decide?

I can open your eyes
Take you wonder by wonder..."


Unbelievable sights
Indescribable feeling
Soaring, tumbling, freewheeling
Through an endless diamond sky

A whole new world
Don't you dare close your eyes
A hundred thousand things to see
Hold your breath - it gets better..."


Hello Beautiful Second Life!
Yesterday Steppenwolf and I visited a beautiful location.
Welcome, this is SPRING FAIR 2024 (General)
A Kids Safe SIM!

Description
ToddleeDoo Events is thrilled to invite everyone to the Spring Fair! Running from March 22nd
to April 8th, their Annual Easter Eggs Hunt will take place but with a new twist: this year
it will be held at a single location for a real egg hunt experience.
All are welcome, both young and old, to join in fostering unity 
in children and families community.

Hadlee  ●  Allison  ●  Poppy
HadleeBriella ● Allison Phoebe (little.snowflake)     Poppy Refenoir-Peel (poppytoes)

It was actually my Steppenwolf that suggested we go and do an Easter egg hunt
to which I happily agreed but it wasn't until we got there that we realized it was a hunt for children.
Still, we decided to stay and I am so glad we did because even though the egg prizes contained items
for children, some of those prizes can also be fun for us grown-ups. There is no need to join any group
to do the hunt and the hunt prizes are free! There are still four days left to do this hunt before it ends
on April 8th.

Hunt Description
Over 50 designers have prepared at least one egg to hunt within the fair grounds!
Attach the best-fitting easter egg basket found in this starting kit then explore the grounds to find the
eggs. For every 10 minutes you are on the sim, your basket will gain a new egg, for a total of 6 eggs.
After achieving a full basket, you will unlock the ability to fill the basket manually.
A big thank you to Eeilee Zentz for preparing this special basket for the fair. 
Keep in mind:
- Inside each uniquely textured egg is its own corresponding gift. 
- You will find all eggs within the inner curb of the park (not within booths).
- Every time an egg is collected, it will move to another position. Tricky, tricky!
- You may collect the same egg only once per day, even though it moves.
The egg will let you know if you have already found it.
- A majority of creators have posted hints of their egg contents, but some chose to keep 
the gifts a surprise!
- There is no HUD to keep track of all eggs received, due to limitations, but this will make the hunt
more interesting and life-like ❤ We recommend you check designer ads for gift hints.


Some of my favorite booths.
Bad Seed ● Hideaway ● Viv.a! Kids ● Sleepy Fawn ● Little Bun ● Little Friend ● Babybop ● Lovey
Chololo ● Flaminko! ● NRs! ● MOOSE ● Teeny Pixel ● Pixel Baby ● Lula Belle

The main part of this beautiful Spring location is the Spring Fair where you can find everything from
cute and beautiful clothing to toys and other children's items. I did see some very pretty dresses and
accessories that I liked for my Little Alice avatar. 

Fair Description
In each booth, you will find New and Exclusive spring-themed releases by our talented kid and family
designers. You can visit our main sponsor booths in the plaza. The majority of booths are found on the
outer perimeter street of the grounds, as well as a few booths within our garden area.


And as it always happens, I visit a location for one thing, but I always end up staying for the scenery.
This time, this location turned out to be one of the most beautiful ones I've seen. As you know,
there are only four days left to visit this year's Toddleedoo's Spring Fair and Easter Egg Hunt
so you must hurry. Just remember that it is a kids' safe zone so make sure you remove any/all
adult/sex huds and attachments before you get there. ;)

Thanks for stopping by my beautiful people, have a great day/evening everyone!
Much love,
Lori Novo

Credits On Me
Wasabi // Peyton Mesh Hair ● JIAN Chrysanthemum Kitten Crown ● R3HAB- Bebe Shine Lips
Neha Beauty - Enya Blush Lelutka evo x BOM ● [POM] Nikkie Earrings ● [spectacledchic] Lily Doll Dress

🇺🇦 Miss Little Shiny Dust 🇺🇦

CAPTURING TEMPURA ISLAND


May peace finds its way back to our world,
sooner than later.
So the innocent can sleep feeling safe
in the calmness of the night.
And so they can wake up to brighter and hopeful new days.
-Lori Novo




Hello Beautiful World!
Today after my "Now I'm Feeling Different" blog post I thought it was time to go out and look
for someone beautiful and special to feature in the blog and bring them perhaps a smile.
Little did I know that life had a very special surprise waiting for me and that I would be the one
actually getting the gift of a smile.

блискучий пил (floeckchenmondstaub): :-)
Lori Novo: Hi little one :)
блискучий пил (floeckchenmondstaub): hi Lori
Lori Novo: welcome! :)
блискучий пил (floeckchenmondstaub): ty


Please meet блискучий пил (floeckchenmondstaub) from Ukrain.

"A little peace and nothing more.
Tears are just feelings that we all carry inside us.
Just hugging and hugging without war and violence. Just feel the pleasant warmth
Just life in harmony."
- From Her Profile

Once I decided to go out and see if I could find that special someone that would either awe or wow me
to feature in the blog, I headed for my so-loved Tempura Island, where I am guaranteed to often come
across the most amazing people. You can't imagine what a joyful surprise it was when I saw little
Shiny Dust join us in Tai Chi. I couldn't believe my eyes to see for the very first time in all my 13
years a child avatar joins us in Tai Chi. I was absolutely blown away with joy seeing this adorable
little one standing in front of me. I couldn't stop smiling. There was something special about her and I
could feel it in my heart, it was a mixture of tenderness and sweetness and for some reason, sadness too.
Soon after chatting with her, I realized there was a reason why I felt that way before I even knew
anything about her.

блискучий пил (floeckchenmondstaub): I am Ukraine
блискучий пил (floeckchenmondstaub): what we all need is just peace and our land back not more,
it is better as to sit in a bunker

You can just imagine how sad I felt after hearing this and how much more I wanted to embrace her
and let her know that I was sorry for what she and her country are going through. How hopeless
I felt not being able to bring the peace her country needs.

Mike (jmjl) - Tik (tik2020) - блискучий пил (floeckchenmondstaub) - Crem (SamaraBalbino)

блискучий пил (floeckchenmondstaub): just here to find peace and relax
Lori Novo: yes, Tai Chi is very relaxing
блискучий пил (floeckchenmondstaub): yes it is
Lori Novo: it helps me too when I am sad
Lori Novo: or worried
блискучий пил (floeckchenmondstaub): tempura is what we need
Lori Novo: I'll keep you and your beautiful country in my heart and my prayers
блискучий пил (floeckchenmondstaub): ty so much

The beautiful people from Ukraine need our prayers to bring peace to their country.
These are some other ways we can also help;


Thanks for stopping by my beautiful people.
A HUGE hug going to my little Shiny Dust, God be with you!

Much love,
Lori Novo