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  • A Life Afloat: Linden Houseboats Revisited

    In the sprawling, ever-growing continent of Bellisseria within Second Life, a unique lifestyle awaits those drawn to the gentle lapping of virtual waves and the freedom of open water: Linden Houseboats…and though they have been around a few years now, these houseboats offer Second Life Premium members a scenic, customizable, and community-oriented alternative to traditional land-based

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  • Portofino Celebrates its First Anniversary

    Communities are an important part of Second Life, and the vibrant community of Portofino, California, is celebrating a significant milestone—its first anniversary! Since its inception, the City of Portofino has blossomed into a dynamic hub for modern roleplay, family-friendly activities, and immersive storytelling, all set against a meticulously crafted coastal Californian backdrop. Since I discovered

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  • Relay For Life in Second Life: A Virtual Movement with a Real-World Impact

    Since its inception in 2005, Relay For Life of Second Life (RFL of SL) has grown into one of the most remarkable digital fundraising movements in the world. A virtual adaptation of the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) signature fundraising event, Relay For Life in Second Life harnesses the creativity, compassion, and connectivity of a global virtual community

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  • Gardening in Second Life: Cultivating Beauty in a Virtual World

    In the physical world, gardening is a beloved pastime that connects people to nature, encourages mindfulness, and rewards patience with colorful blooms and fragrant herbs. But in Second Life, gardening takes on an entirely different — and equally enchanting — dimension. Here, gardens are conjured from pixels and prims rather than soil and seed, yet they

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