Showing posts with label Pandora Resort. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pandora Resort. Show all posts

Wednesday, 29 November 2017

These Walls

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These walls have seen plenty. It could be its own history for the amount of scenes, emotions, behaviors and dark secrets it can bear witness towards. How hard must it be to be able to learn more about the dwellers who stay even for  short while, a single day is enough to learn what the heart bears, to see fully raw character being displayed and to burn in the happiness that emits within.  Families on vacation were very entertaining, a lot of hustle and bustle in the house, the kitchen always fresh with the smell of food and pattering footsteps running all over the wooden floors while giggles and yells rang around. Newly weds or couples were full of neediness for each other, mostly spending the entire day making love in any part of the little escape they could, lost in their little world of preparation to be with each other forever or just to stop the mind from thinking of day to day activities and enjoy a peaceful company with temptations. Group of friends were pretty simple, all they need is music and drinks then they hardly realize how many days pass by half forgetting what was done or where they are.

One day though, these walls did see something different. Through the series of innocent laughter and desired filled passion, it actually came across a peculiar combination of sorrow and solitude. While most of the visitors come in pairs or in groups, this particular one came alone. All alone with but a single suitcase that held necessary clothing, there was about 3 books she also placed on the coffee table of her temporary bedroom. But what poked its curiosity further was the picture frame she brought out and placed next to the empty pillow of her bed. It held a photo of a man, smiling brightly, his eyes twinkling from the sun's beams that probably interfered with the camera's flash. Within her 2 weeks stay, she sometimes hugged that picture frame crying her eyes out till she fell asleep. Most of the day she spent wandering the magnificent house, taking a tan by the beach and going for long swims or wasting away the evening in the wine cellar just feasting on the exotic winery. In those 2 weeks these walls wanted to know more, why did she come alone? Why was she filled with sorrow? and yet there was an unexplainable peace about how she held herself.

For many years they wondered about that one visitor until another fine day when she returned with a small child. The boy had similar hair color of the man in the photograph, as well as eyes that twinkled when she tickled him with laughter. This time though, she was happier, more accepting and this was probably the most memorable visit these walls has ever witnessed.

Writer's Note:

I have been struggling in finding the right -everything- for capturing this scene. This is Pandora Resort~Namaste's special suite which is available for rent for a day. Maybe you want to surprise your beloved on their birthday? Or maybe you just want to give your family a weekend vacation? this exotic escape corner within the exotic island is already furnished, so all you need is yourself and good company. 

Scarlet Creative has one of the most unique buildings in Second Life. It is hard to resist most of their creations. We used 3 builds that we fell in love with and that we thought was perfect for Pandora Resort. The color scheme had to be modded a little bit to make it blend all the more and this is the result, a private home, hidden in the outskirts of ruins and the sea. ;)

Credits:

Sim Designing By Lokhe Angel Verlack (Jackson Verlack) at Pandora Resort~Namaste

House: The Arcade Sep 17 - Sofia House MC RARE By Scarlet Cretive
Green House: Imogen Orangery Luxe Box July 17 By Scarlet Creative
Gazebo: Chaima Retreat Luxe Box Mar 17 By Scarlet Creative
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Tuesday, 17 October 2017

Crossing Cultures

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How vibrant her laughter echoed across the water gardens. Her agile figure dancing along the mossy vine decorated temples and with every step she took the sound of her jewelry clinging against her skin just brought more melody into the air. Like a hurricane she zoomed along the sand, rushed into the ocean and caressed nature with her gentle heart. A myth whispered her name everywhere she touched for she was the guardian of the island, keeper of warmth, protector of the lush wildlife and the companion of the ocean. 

One day, her island began to shake heavily. Multiple shocks brought cracks through the earth, caused the great temple to crumble and many animals to flee for their lives. Heavy rains attacked the island and a darkness engulfed the brightness of her delicate reign. That did not keep her from breathing life to her island over and over, mending what she could and maintaining what was left. It silently broke her heart thinking of her lost friends and the lost vision of what was once a great island.

That was when he showed himself. He had been lurking in the shadows, cast away by his people due to his ideals. It has been told he was only a minion within the ocean, a soldier to the goddess of the sea and yet here he was conquering everything in his path with darkness. Being a rebel was not part of his plan, but he felt there was more to his life than being withheld from his full ability. He found himself drawn to her courage, her zeal to keep bringing life and this is what saved him from losing himself in his grief. The dragon of the sea pledged himself to be a protector to the guardian. Together they brought back peace and together they made the island grow, adding more soul to what it already was.

Many years later, visitors to the island have claimed to see a local woman, with a dragon hovering around her, hissing at anyone who tried to approach her. It was a strange cross culture.

Writer's Note:

Pandora Resort ~ Namaste is now open to the public. We had a great opening party with many friends who enjoyed the day in good music and dance. We welcome everyone to enjoy the sim and make plenty of memories. We have few rentals available and some have already been rented for those who would like to make Pandora Resort your home. 

The dream weaver poured his heart out once again and brought another unique design, the Resort is an exotic island just off the coast to India. It is filled with imprints of history, warmth, lush wildlife and plenty of secret spots. 

Do share your photos to our flickr group and check out our website. We also have a facebook page where we share updates and flickr photos from time to time to mirror our in world group.

Credits

Decor
⚜ Ruins- Ruins Summer By Fanatik Architecture
⚜ Pampas Reeds- Pampas Grass By Kidd
⚜ Lilypads- Waterlily Cluster & Sacred Lotus By Botanical
⚜ Bushes- Dwarf Forest By Alirium
⚜ Small Palm- Baby Palm By Tiki Tattoo
⚜ Vines- Garden Vine By HMPD
⚜ Big Palm- Palmetto Blend By Little Branch

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⚜ Outfit- Chandni lehenga By Zaara (Now in Maitreya fit!)
⚜ Hair- Ophelia By Truth
⚜ Companion- River Dragon By Aii

Sunday, 4 December 2016

Pawprints


Muddy pawprints all along the floors, 
Across the bed and over the doors, 
Silly little one running around, 
Left, right, up and down... 
Happy sounds and bright face, 
Any frown they can erase, 
They are always there, 
Nothing can compare, 
Unconditional love in their eyes, 
At their demise, 
A part of you dies, 
With memories you'll never be apart, 
Little pawprints left in your heart... 

Little Rant: 

What can I say? I really wanted to do a picture with the doggies, initially I wanted it to be all Cruela De Vil style but along the way my thoughts, feelings and inspiration shifted. Having the love of a pet animal is a connection one cannot describe, something more pure at times than the love we have with other people. They seem to be able to love us unconditionally, even if we ignore them at times, they welcome us in. Some of us tend to just ignore their presence or perhaps not bother much because when we look they are there. But when the day comes and they aren't, that is when we realize the true value of them in our lives, the times they made us smile, lifted us up from feeling down. I never really had a pet but my brother does and perhaps this is a little tribute to him for he is losing a cute little hamster whose time has come. 

To talk more about items in the picture, the outfit is from Dead Dollz called Shierak, I love the sweater and the sheer dress (Not seen much in the picture). They come in very nice colors, if only the dress was not sheer, I would wear it a lot on daily basis. The hair is from Exile, called Frost which is found in this current Dec 2016 round of the Arcade. I just adore the ear covers and the way the long hair flows down, totally comfy. The socks are made by a good friend, Olgita Ruby, the designer of House of Ruby! She makes really good textured appliers and this is one of her newest releases. The cute Dalmatian puppies are also from this Arcade round by Mutresse. The one in my hand was won by my Angel! Last but not the least, this picture was taken in Pandora Resort, the new Lodge design for the Winter Turn over! Isn't it a cute sight to see snowy paw prints?