Review: A Look At One Shell Shocked Company For Shell Shocked Sims – Margie Zeplin Reporting…

    When one first hears the term Second Life Military Community, or SLMC, they may think of an in world Second Life group that revolves around real life military veterans. This is where the name might be misleading for some. Although there are real life military veterans within the SLMC, the community itself has nothing to do with real military affairs. In actuality, it's far more civilian and gamer friendly.

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One of Second Life’s Top Performer and Entertainer Mr. Joaquin Gustav - Tea Couturier reporting…

Music in Second Life© is a must and what better way than to un-wind down a busy day or week by either going to a club to listen to a DJ or by going to a live event to listen to a performer sing and perform. However, have you ever wanted to know more about the artist behind the mic to find out how they became a performer and how you can begin performing in Second life, if this is a dream of yours?

Meet Joaquin Gustav

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Virtual World Culture:One Place Makes Different Dreams - sarahelisebeth Brenham Reporting…

Everything has a beginning, but no two journeys are the same. Here you will meet five  people who discovered different paths after finding Second Life©.
   

There are many different ideas on how the world was created. While it might be good for one of these theories to be proven as a fact, it’s one less thing for people to disagree on.  If we all agreed on and did everything the exact same way as everybody else, wouldn’t that get boring? While some experiences people have can cause them to get hurt, it’s the lessons that they learn from them and those can help not only themselves, but others as well. I would like to introduce you to five people who all came into Second Life in similar ways, but the paths that they walked once there are all different. 

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Celebrating Second Life’s 10th Birthday-June 16th- June 29th- Jessi2009 Warrol Reporting…

On June 23, 2013, Second Life turns 10 years old and there are many fun an exciting birthday celebrations and special items available you to celebrate! 

To get into the spirit of things, Linden Labs, has created special mesh tshirts, old styled tshirts, and a birthday hat. Often for special celebrations, Linden Labs will create a special Linden bear. This year they took the Linden bear concept a bit further and have created a birthday bear avatar, so you can really get into the mood of celebrating. And what is a birthday celebration without a birthday cake? A special Linden Labs created birthday cake is also available for you! All of these items are free of charge and you can find them in the special marketplace category.

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Sunshine Cove Summer Season Rock Concert- June 14th @ 6pm SLT- Fleetwood Mac Fans Wanted!

Sunshine's Cove is a sultry, friendly, clothing optional beach club, located at beautiful Spirit Marina. Our staff holds some of the best DJ's from around the grid. Make sure to bring your requests.

Join us  this summer season as Sunshine's Cove hosts a series of Rock Concerts!

• June 14th @6:00 pm SLT - Fleetwood Mac

Mark Your Calendars for July 3rd @ 6:00 pm SLT - Journey

TELEPORT NOW

Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Sunshines.Cove

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Avatars, Dirrogates, AR, and “Memories With Maya”-A Book Review and Commentary by Allen Eppenberger

I ZOOMED IN AS SHE approached the steps of the bridge, taking voyeuristic pleasure in seeing her pixelated cleavage fill the screen. What was it about those electronic dots that had the power to turn people on? There was nothing real in them, but that never stopped millions of people every day, male and female, from deriving sexual gratification by interacting with those points of light. It must all be down to our perception of reality.

Dsouza, Clyde (2013-02-27). Memories With Maya.  . Kindle Edition.

The first paragraph of chapter one from the book is something we’ve all asked ourselves as residents of Second Life.  What is the pleasure we derive from either socializing or wandering aimlessly in exploring a sim that’s new to us?

           

            I became aware of Mr. DeSouza while following commentary in an Augmented Reality group I follow on LinkedIn.com.  His summary page reads:  Clyde DeSouza works behind the scenes with leading Stereographers and professionals in the film making and Broadcast TV industry. His work also includes advising Government and educational institutions in the creation of collaborative environments and advanced media labs to further the knowledge capital of a country.

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VMS News: New VMS Performer Calendar Section Provides a List of SL Entertainer Schedules!

We at VMS decided to make this page available to all of our readers in order to help them locate when and where their favorite performers (and maybe find some new ones)  will be performing in-world without all the fuss and muss of searching in events or for a performers profile to find a link...
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INTERNET LAWS: What is the UK Instragram Act? Can Laws like this Affect Other Social Media Images?- Orchids Zenovka Reporting…

Pandora’s Box   of sorts was opened by the United Kingdom in the form of the “Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act” receiving Royal Assent for consideration as a law. Andrew Orlowski, Executive Editor of the “Register”, a British technology news and opinion website, dubbed it as the “Instagram Act“, and entitled it with the phrase, “all your pics belong to everyone now”. 

The clause raising hackles is the “Orphan Works and Extended Collective Licensing Clause 77”, which basically allows granting of licenses for orphaned works allowing any act  with them that would otherwise be restricted by copyright and require the consent of the missing owner. The jury is out on the definition of orphaned work which the act describes as – content who’s “owner of copyright in it has not been found after a diligent search made in accordance with the regulations.”  The publisher can obtain a non–exclusive license in respect of a work if after a "diligent search" they can demonstrate to an independent body that the owner cannot be traced. A fee would then be payable which would be used to reimburse the owner if they later made a claim. But as they say, the devil is in the details. Let’s review the article of the now famous “Instagram Act” and its implications on social media including second life and a rethink whether this is a Shakespearean “Much Ado About Nothing” or is there true merit to the vociferous opposition.

A look at the Act

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The Red Light Districts of Second Life-Sex in the Virtual World –Nomad Aries Reporting…

Often in Second Life©  when people enter the virtual world, they meet people, connect with them in a relationship of some sort and want to express their emotions and feelings towards their significant other in some way.  Being a visual media, this would involve avies being able to virtually engage in sexual behavior with each other. For their own personal reasons, some people do not wish to enter into a relationship although they seek to act out their sexual preferences in a relatively safe environment where the risks involved are much lower than in the real world. Sex in Second Life is viewed by most of us as the ultimate standard of safe sex.

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Real life Charities in Second life- Tea Couturier Reporting…

In second life we assume it’s all about shopping, meeting up with friends or making new friends and going out to clubs or attending live acts. However, there is a more serious side to second life a side which we probably as “second life citizens” do not focus on or talk about as much as we should. What is it I hear you ask? Charities in .second life.

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Tune In to a Live Stream Broadcast by Luvers Island - June 12th

Listen to the shows at our website www.luversisland.com, on L.I.V. Stream during broadcasting times.

LIVE EVENTS HAPPENING

- 01 pm PDT | 22H CET Tom2.0 Live Performing

- 02 pm PDT | 23H CET Coffee Jaworower Live Performing

Or Directly on SecondLife at Pinkwater :
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Pinkwater/157/149/46

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Spotlight on ROMANCE COUTURE; A New Elegant and Classy Collection in Second Life©- Lanai Jarrico Reporting…

The Fashion Industry in Second Life is on a constant high. If it wasn’t for designers dressing us up, we’d either be left to our own devices of making our own clothes (which can prove disastrous), or walking around with all our business half hanging out like a bunch of cave people. The fact is clothing helps define our styles and personalities. What you wear can tell a lot about you. For example, if you walk around Second Life in scantily clad attire, one might assume you were a streetwalker making lindens up and down that pole. If you are dressed in business attire, one may think you’re a big ballah', high rollin' in the Lindens.  Meet fashion somewhere in the middle and you create a style just your own. It can be an ensemble created by a mixture of designers or you found that one who really knows what you like. Whatever the case may be when it comes to fashion, work it because you own it and remember there is always room for something new.

Speaking of New, Romance Couture is a new store on the Second Life scene with high fashion designed by Eleseren Brianna. You may or may not have heard of her, it all depends if you have been to Inworldz. *Gasp* yes, I mentioned another virtual world but I am no traitor in the least. I’m celebrating the fact that such great talent and eye for design has decided to come back and bring her collection with her to Second Life. I had the pleasure of interviewing Eles and learning more about her and her collection. Be sure to welcome her back to Second Life by stopping by her store and even picking up an item or two. If you are anything like me and into shiny new things, you will leave with a handful of bags and a smile.

Interview with Eleseren Brianna

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Museum Island; Shadows and Reflections of our Cultural Legacy - Glossom Resident Reporting

Have you ever been chased by your own shadow while walking the streets of Second life? Have you ever seen your own reflection mirrored in a window?

In a world where all the content is created by its residents, seeing the reflection of our minds and souls mirrored in many little things is easier than it seems at first glance. Join us and embark on a timeless journey where creativity reigns. 

Although it is virtually impossible to find shadows and reflections in this 3D reality where mirrors are purely decorative and shadows are no more than modeled prims, Second life is a giant mirror that reflects a borderless world of imagination, creativity, emotion and above all, that reflects an abundance of different expressions of cultural heritage.

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Going Furry in Second Life – Stareyes Galaxy Reporting

Among human avatars in Second Life ©, there roam creatures that have a varying degree of features that refer to other, usually mammalian species. 

These range from some having “neko” ears and tails to those decked to full “furry” animal avatars. Whereas these creatures express a great amount of creativity in their appearance and demeanor, they are quite often shunned in clubs and entertainment venues. What is so offensive and deprecating in furries that makes sim owners ban them? What is it that makes furries tick? Stareyes Galaxy donned her cow fursona and went out to find out more about the furry lifestyle.

Despite having had my cow avatar for several years, I had not really been privy to the lifestyle of furries, and often was wondering why on earth one would want to go traipsing about the meadows of SL as a plump but admittedly very sexy bovine character. I contacted the “Furry Dating” group, with over 700 members, to get the first leads. After having been solicited to “yiff” a few times, I was eventually directed to the USF sim (United Space Force Nation) where I found Kiara and Charlie to set me right. USF is one of the largest furry communities in Second Life, and they host an annual AGRA (Anti-Gravity Racing Association) race as well as other competitions.

Interview with Furries

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Spotlight on Pure Shot Photography: Discount for the first 20 SLE Readers until June 16th!- MysticScottie Xenno Reporting...

As an aspiring photographer today. I have had the honor to interview the owner of a very successful photography studio, Tamara Artis AKA Pookey owner of Pure Shot Photography, also known as PSP

Interview with Tamara Artis aka Pookey

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Culture: Adventures of Snake Part 1-Ccoursey Resident Reporting…

                I stepped into Second Life ignorant of everything going on.  A man jumped into my box offering to help me.  He led me around the freebie place taking me where they had avatar’s shapes and skins.  He proceeded to tell me how to take my clothes off.  To someone that had never been on a computer game let alone one as complicated as SL it was slow going.  Then he started trying to talk me out of my password…  Okay, I am not a genius, but it is basic common sense to not give out your password.  He started Caps Locking in my pm and in open calling me an idiot and demanding my password.  ‘Would you like some help?’ appeared.  This big, scary looking guy was standing there to the side of the side of the Texan.  ‘Yes, yes I would.’  And so I met Snake.

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ROMANCE COUTURE Grand Store Opening Event - Sunday June 9th 12-4 SLT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Romance Couture is moving from Inworldz to SL, and bringing its stunning range of high quality ladies' formal wear, cocktail wear, shoes, jewelry and accessories.

Sunday June 9th, 201312pm SLT-4:00pm SLT

Live Music performances by

  Subtlety Dalglish 12:00pm slt

 Jonas Lunasea 1:00pm slt

Ganjo Mokeev 2:00pm slt

  Maxx Sabretooth 3:00pm slt

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Record an SL's 10th Birthday Message! Here's How. Deadline June 9th @ midnight

Second Life is about to celebrate its tenth birthday and SL artist, Dizzy Banjo, is offering residents the chance to wish our lovely virtual world a very special birthday message.

Dizzy Banjo has been creating art and sound installations in SL for many years, and 5 years ago he created the ‘Message in a Bottle’ installation using the pre-recorded voices of SL residents.

This year, he needs the help of the SL community again to make a similar project.

You can record your message anonymously and it is very simple to do!


WHAT WAS THIS MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE THING?

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Independent Ballet Co. Delivered a great performance titled, ACCEPT at The SL Enquirer- June 8th @ 2pm SLT

If you missed the performance, check out some snapshots of the event!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lanaijarrico/sets/72157634011771255/

About ACCEPT

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Spotlight on Play Lounge; an Adult Establishment Created by Tatty Hamer- Lanai Jarrico Reporting...

Note:  We are sad to inform you that the Play House has shut its doors and is no longer available in Second Life

   Second Life can be an adventure for anyone. It is full of events and activities that meet the needs of avatars with all sorts of special interests. It can also be a naughty playground for adults looking for some fun and excitement. 

PLAY Lounge is a new venue on the grid that opened its doors on June 3^rd.  It offers all the amenities you would find in an adult established. Beautiful women, dance poles, private dances and a VIP section for group only access.

 I met up with owner Tatty Hamer to learn more about this steaming hot new club.

Interview with Tatty Hamer

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What The Hell is LSL?- Linden Scripting Language- MysticScottie Reporting…

LSL - Linden Scripting Language, that thing we all know exists but have no idea how it works.

To make the long story short, LSL is the life of the objects in Second Life. And I, MysticScottie will try my god damn hardest to help all you lay-mans understand LSL.

Step 1 - Get a strong shot of coffee, or whatever you use to get your mind active...

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Art is Love: Spotlight on MumuHime Resident - sarahelisebeth Brenham Reporting…

Think your schedule is busy? Here's a story about a woman that does pretty much everything in SL, but still finds the time to help those around her.
   
MumuHime Resident joined Second Life in 2011. A friend of Ms. Resident suggested that she should try SL, as she felt that Ms. Resident would enjoy it, due to her love of games. When MumuHime first entered Second Life, she wasn’t sure if she would remain. But once she found out about all the things that she can do in Second Life, she decided to stay. With SL’s wide array of opportunities to get involved in, Ms. Resident made the decision to partake in the following, based upon a hobby she he has in the offline realm. 

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Interview with a Vampire – Stareyes Galaxy Reporting from The Castle of Eternal Solstice

The Vampire and Lycan role play platform Bloodlines © has generated a thirst as well as rage among residents since its inception in 2008. The allure to become a vampire clan member and to advance in the ranks of the game system has led to thirst of many vampires to feed on unsuspecting newbies, and consequently, generated rage in well-informed residents against their sometimes unscrupulous hunting practices. Among other deprecating things, Bloodlines has also been called an outright Ponzi scheme, which has added to the resentment toward Bloodlines among avatars at large. What is the reality today in the vampire circles? Stareyes Galaxy had the privilege to visit a castle and interview a Clan Queen.

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BATTLE OF THE SEXES- What Makes Our Hearts Race? Nehem Resident Reporting…

 

Almost everyone who started out in second Life©, did so to play a game. However, with real people behind the screen, sometimes you are bound to fall in love.


So many of us, (myself included) Come to the virtual world because we are seeking something in our lives. Weather it is due to a physical disability and the desire to have a job, or if it´s more for social interaction, we find ourselves logging on daily to fulfill our wildest dreams. The best part about such a fantastic platform, is that unlike other social networking media, we have the ability to physically spend time doing activities that are just like those in the real world. Not only can we spend such time, It is time spend with real people from around the globe. When we find others with common interests, even though it may not originally be intended, we find ourselves in deep friendships, and sometimes even love. There is an age old question that remains in both our real and virtual lives. What turns the opposite sex on, and how can you prepare yourself for love?

I got to speak with several residents about their thoughts and feelings about virtual love, and what turns them on about the other gender, and also what turns them off. Lets take a look, and find out how you can be successful in the battle of the sexes! 

WHAT A GIRL WANTS: 

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BOTCHED ROMANCE Jessi2009 Warrol Reporting…

Second Life romances can mirror real life romances in many ways. Couples can meet, fall in love, and do many of the same activities virtually as they can in real life.

Of course not all romances end positively and just like in real life, Second Life romances can cause heartache and stress. In this article I will explore how to bounce back from bad Second Life relationships and share the stories of two Second Life avatars who recently overcame the struggles of bad relationships of their own.

I sat down to speak first with “Tyler” who had a botched Second Life romance last year. Tyler stated that he and his former Second Life girlfriend, “Emily,” had dated in Second Life for two years. Both he and Emily considered themselves to be more than just a Second Life romance. As Tyler explained, “Once you share so many details about yourself with a person, it is hard not to take the romance into real life”.  Emily and Tyler spent most of their days together in Second Life either clubbing or exploring. They had even ventured over to other virtual worlds. By year number two of the relationship, both had started making plans to take the relationship further into real life and Emily had even booked a flight to visit Tyler.

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Trials and Tribulations of a Beginner DJ – Stareyes Galaxy Reporting…

Disc Jockeys (DJs) form the backbone for the social encounters in clubs in Second Life ©. Who wouldn’t find elation in dancing to the tunes of DJs who can select, sequence, and execute a night of entertainment in a club full of your favorite people? Many club patrons will, in time, aspire to provide this entertainment as their own initiative, but it is not easy to get started as a DJ. I went out clubbing to find out about the woes of beginner DJs.

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SLE Stats for May-6 to June 4th 2013- Increased to 18,000+

WOW! We cleared 18,000+ page views in one Month!?! That is amazing. Thank you all for your continued readership, each and every one of you contributed to that number.


Interesting in advertising your Special event, Business, Products or Services with us, contact Lanai Jarrico

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The SL Enquirer is Giving Away Free Advertising for the Month of June- Enter the drawing for a chance to win!

DRAWING CONTEST

This Month The SL Enquirer is giving away one month of advertising, each week for the month of June!

To qualify, you must join the SL Enquirer Media Group. If you are a member, All you have to do is visit the SL Enquirer Media Center and touch the drawing jar and your in it for a chance to win some advertising!

Good Luck SLE Fans!
* winners will be contacted by Lanai Jarrico

TELEPORT NOW

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Play Lounge:. Grand Opening June 3, 2013

About Play Lounge

Play Lounge is a new adult venue.  It is a modern establishment designed and built by Tatty Hamer, with very bright, cool and funky lighting and decoration all in the theme of 'play'. 

The lounge provides a fun hangout with sexy, beautiful play girls sliding down the poles, dancing on laps and tables. There is a playroom available with lots of fun adult toys for group members only.  This private room is very modern and elegant and offers lots of naughty fun.  

Our main objective is to provide a fun place and encourage local chat so all can have a laugh and good time.

Come play with us at our Grand Opening Celebration beginning at 12pm SLT, Monday June 3rd.

Join our group; .:Play Lounge:. for special access!

TELEPORT
 
 Contact:
 Tatty Hamer
 Trudy68
 Milena Manx

                  

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A Special Thanks To All Who Attending My 8th Rezzday Celebration with Class and Style- Lanai Jarrico Reporting...

Video Slideshow created by photographer, Ron Lin.

    It truly was an event I will remember for years to come. Scorpinosis Nightfire delivered a touching speech and hosted the party,  the talented Jazz and Blues musician Jackie Lefko performed some greats from Billie Holiday and Etta James, and the Paramount Playhouse team who put together a fabulous venue and samples of  burlesque performances.  I’d also like to give a big shout out to fellow media personnel that came out to celebrate with me. My virtual sisters Lacy Muircastle, Head of advertising and writer at SLE and Persia Bravin, alumni of SLE and currently with BOSL,  my advisor, damage control and dearest friend Prince Sonoda, SLE writer Mackenzie Abott, Bill Kaye from SL Business Review, Krissy Sinclair the newly appointed VP of Press Pass Media, VMS Magazine’s new owner Stacy Mosely and SL Newser’s Bixyl Shuftan! I Love you all.

Check out the link below for paparazzi shots of the event

http://www.flickr.com/photos/lanaijarrico/sets/72157633886518918/

 At the end of the evening, 7 lucky winners walked away with some great prizes. Here is a list of the winners. Congratulations!

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tornado Benefit @ The Inlet

Dancing with Michael Jackson proved to be a fan favorite as club-goers joined the History group dancers

   

    On May 19^th and the 20^th, Strupples Davidov watched as the state she lives in was torn apart by tornadoes. One of the May 19 storms passed within sight of her home, but it was the next day's destruction that shook her to the core.

    She is safe and still has a home and family. But she watched in horror as the destruction in nearby Moore, Oklahoma, was revealed on television. Homes, businesses and schools were leveled by nature's wrath.  

    "As a teacher, mother, and just as a human being, it has ripped my heart out," she said "The more I saw, the more it affected me until I couldn't watch any more and had to shut the TV off. I logged into Second Life to try and get those images out of my head, but they wouldn't go."

    Watching the television made her feel helpless. But as co-owner of The Inlet, Strupples began to think maybe there was something she could do, after all. "The only way I could think of was holding a music marathon in Second Life. We can make a difference. We can donate to the Red Cross to help them in their aid to Tornado victims."

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Education in Second Life- Jessi2009 Warrol Reporting…

One real life industry which benefits from virtual worlds and Second Life is the education industry. As a real life educator myself, I have attended real life educational conferences, panel discussions, and have taught university level courses in Second Life.

 While the loss of the educational discount for sims in Second Life, forced many educational organizations to close their sims or to leave for more affordable virtual worlds, Second Life still has many educational organizations who are using Second Life on a daily basis for things such as professional development to instructing students.

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Tips on How to Find Your Little Piece of Paradise in Second life- Tea Couturier Reporting…

Finding a home to call your own in Second Life© can take some time. 

There are a couple of options you can choose from:

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Strutting Down the Catwalk in Second Life- Sarahelisebeth Brenham Reporting…

Tiviyah Resident/ picture taken by Fuzz Lennie

Many dream about becoming a model. But do people really know what this industry is all about. Come with me as we explore this profession.

Everybody wants a job that is financially and emotionally fulfilling; whether it be in Second Life or Real Life. Some professions require more of one’s mental resources, in exchange for a bigger paycheck. One vocation that while emotionally rewarding can also be mentally and financially draining. The career that I’m referring to is modeling. 

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Tune In to a Live Stream Broadcast by Luvers Island - June 1st

Listen to the shows at our website www.luversisland.com, on L.I.V. Stream during broadcasting times.

LIVE EVENTS HAPPENING

- 01 pm PDT | 22H CET Bronze8020 Live Performing
- 02 pm PDT | 23H CET Phillip Moura & Tom2.0 Dual Streaming
- 03 pm PDT | 00H CET Tom2.0 Live Performing  

Or Directly on SecondLife at Pinkwater :
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Pinkwater/157/149/46

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