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Sunday, September 13, 2009
If you are a part of any social network for SL, outside of SL, you see a large amount of people participating from the fashion or blogging community. This is a great way for them to get their merchandise seen, or meet even more people that would be so inclined to come to their stores and do a bit of linden indulging, and all for free. You also see a handful of people that use the networking sites to be extremely verbal about their thoughts and opinions. Sometimes these comments spark fabulous debates, other times great arguments. Over all, though, I think it leaves a greater gathering of people wishing they could voice their own opinions, but because they make their living on SL, are afraid to do so. This is the power that some of the bloggers have obtained, and I am not talking about the awesome fashion posts, more so the gossip blogs that no one really wants to be featured on. Designers, big and small, are opt to be silent about topics because they would like to avoid being a headline in any negative form, and that is rather understandable. Even to me, someone who gets nothing out of SL other than it being a form of entertainment and a venue to meet people and do extra socializing. I suppose, somewhere along the line, I not only realize that 'Grand Illusion' and my header line might lead me down a path of being more vocal about controversial topics withing Second Life, but I intended it to be that way. Instead, for a period of time, I became one that was afraid to speak up simply because I didn't mind being in the shadows and doing my own little thing. I suppose I have been shifting gears back to my original intent for a while now, singling out things that were more of a concern to my SL, RL, online life. I've sat by and bit my tongue about a lot of other topics that could use a lot more exposure, if only to get people involved that might otherwise be afraid to say anything. You can label it any way you like, honestly, but this is my sounding board, why not use it as such? Some people make the choice to go anon and start raising their voice about topics, I could also do that. However, why not just be me. The same person I have always been, with just as strong opinions, and put them out there instead of holding them in to the point of frustration. The LOTD posts will most likely just be introductions to other topics, but they will remain the primary focus of the blog really. What brought this on you ask? Oh, you didn't ask? Well, I'm telling you anyway! After the last few months, and the things I have sat through, I figured if my true friends can see me for me and stay by my side through all of that, what else do I need to hide for? Why not come out and be as vocal as I would be about topics in RL? Why not open my mouth and share the thoughts in my head without being passive aggressive? Why not! More changes are coming my way, so many things in the works, collaborations, projects, the list goes on and on. So, we are all here, living within our own Grand Illusion, and I look forward to seeing where this all leads. As for my day, I spent it split between a few loves. My RL, Sands and Kerra. I am thankful for the time they all have spent with me today, especially since I am having to just sit and not 'do' much at all while recovering. My SL time was with Kerra, attempting to find a good pose and concept for a picture. I was extremely picky though, this was the only thing I ended up happy with. The outfits are by Digital Knickers and I will update SLURLS tomorrow when I am able to log in again. I spent my morning on the phone with Sands while he was at work. Because of recent issues, we just hadn't had enough time together so I seriously savored the time just relaxing, and talking about everything that came to mind. Of course, he is back in my ears now and I am looking forward to an amazing evening with him. Have a fabulous night SLers, and lets get started on an awesome week!!  Labels: Avanista, Digital Knickers, Second Life, SL |
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