LETTER FROM THE EDITOR- MAY 1, 2023

 

As I sit here in New Jersey contemplating what I should do with a whole new life. I must say it has been one crazy year. So many life changes all at once. OMG WTF

This letter is random as hell but necessary, I haven’t had the chance to sit down and write in a long time so I just want to ramble in a throwback Cinco De Mayo outfit while holding maracas.

 No wonder us Second Lifers would rather be in world than deal with all the madness in the real world. I completely get it. I prefer Second Life over real human contact but since relocating to a whole new state I have been very focused on my new job and quite frankly it has me hostage. Being a supervisor to a transportation department in a hospital keeps me busy and on my toes. So far I've dodged 2 tornados,  witnessed 3 car fires in the parking lt….. Well 4, I saw a car burst into flames at a local Walmart,  two women in full on labor right near the entrance to my office, a snake in the lobby and countless profanity riddled arguments in the valet area…Even Bean Boozled my boss.  I can go on and on with all the excitement . It kinda feels like second life and GTA mixed into one. Depending on who you ask…

Since covid is starting to  phase out in most places, we all find ourselves starting to go out and explore life in the real world again. I apologize for ghosting you all for nearly 4 months only peeking in when I had some time but I’m around and often  check emails.

 To those of you who know me well, thank you for not unfriending me.  For those of you who like sending D*c Pixs, thank you for relieving me of the horror. Being single doesn’t mean I’m desperate. I spent the best $39.99 plus shipping and handling on a Rose..No Shame… I am goOooOOOOoood. 

Anyway, On May 9th The SL Enquirer will be turning 18 years old along with this ageless avie of mine. . I feel like I raised a child into adulthood!  It's insane how time flies but the journey and experiences have been absolutely amazing. I cannot express enough how grateful I am when anyone reads SLE. If it wasn’t for all of you, we would not exist.

 I’m not trying to sell shit, I just want to reconnect with you all,,  check out some new places and meet new friends.   

I wish you all well and look forward to seeing you around the grid. 

-Lanai Jarrico

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

                                                      4/26/13

Hi SLE readers,

    I thought I’d write you a note while I enjoy a refreshing glass of water with lemon and an energizing bowl of fruit and vanilla yogurt. It has been a while since I’ve expressed my gratitude to you, the reader, my friends, hard working team of writers and all those that have supported The SL Enquirer through the years. It has definitely been a journey, one I have shared with you in the public eye. I just want you to know I am grateful for each and every one of you for being there to motivate me to continue to do what I love; creative writing, meeting people from all over the world, learning from you all and being a part of some of your daily reading routines. 

  As I approach my 8^th Rezzday on May 9^th, I can’t help but sit back and reflect on the years gone by. It seemed like only yesterday that I was waddling barefoot around the grid with no real direction, wearing silks and constantly being approached by Goreans. I had no idea that what I was wearing meant something to them.  Things have certainly changed from those times, readership has grown tremendously from the monthly hits that are now equivalent to our daily hits, times two. 

   Every day when I wake up, gather my senses and check my emails, it is like opening Christmas presents. There is something new to tackle each day, a new person to meet, the most encouraging comments and my friends and SLE family in Second Life ready to greet me. Living a Rock star lifestyle isn’t so bad, but without you as my rock, I would not be a star. I just wanted to express that to all of you. I wish you all well with whatever dreams you have and encourage you to follow them. You never know that the path you choose today will lead you in a whole new life changing direction tomorrow. I certainly believe in dreams coming true. If you continue to strive for what you want and do what you love, only good things can come of it, even in the virtual world.

Stay positive, have a great day and another will soon follow.

xoxo

-Lanai Jarrico

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