Second Glances
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Second Life is often described as a world without limits, a place where imagination and creativity shape entire landscapes. Among its most ubiquitous, yet enchanting qualities is the way it captures the rhythm of the seasons—spring’s renewal, summer’s warmth, autumn’s colors, and winter’s hush. Just as in the physical world, the turning of the seasons
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Kaiden Tray’s landscapes have long been celebrated in the Second Life community for their beauty, expressiveness, and creativity. Works such as Wandering New York demonstrate his rare ability to merge artistry with immersion, creating spaces where residents can explore, gather, and experience beauty that feels alive. His latest creation, Costa di Luce, rivals his finest work—an evocative, transportive
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In a recent article, I wrote a long feature that covered the history of last names in Second Life, including how they were reintroduced about five years ago. I call these “The Next Generation” because, in addition to being a huge Star Trek: TNG fan, there is a large enough span of years between the
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Events over the last few days led me to write this, because some thanks are due — and I’ll get to that a little later on — but first, I wanted to jot down some thoughts about why I like to write about Second Life. I’m normally a creative person, but coming into SL kind
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So if you don’t know about the Dubai Event in Second Life (you do know about it, don’t you?) then let me tell you about it. It’s certainly one of the biggest shopping events that happens in our virtual world and it draws literally thousands of avatars in over the weeks that it runs and
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One of Second Life’s most iconic fashion brands, Addams, is proudly celebrating its 11th Birthday—a milestone that reflects more than a decade of creativity, innovation, and community spirit in the virtual world. Known for its trendsetting designs, meticulous attention to detail, and inclusive approach to avatar fashion, Addams has become a household name among fashionistas across the
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Every year, the summer season turns digital paradise in Second Life, and 2025 is no exception. The beloved Summerfest SL is back for its 13th anniversary, and it is has been lighting up the grid this year since June 27. Although I was a bit late getting here this year, here’s a deep dive into what makes this virtual
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Over the last few days, I’ve enjoyed spending time observing the various celebrations going on at Second Life’s 22nd Birthday, and all of the activity that goes along with this annual event. People-watching in SL is a big part of the fun, as any large-scale happening such as this is sure to bring out the
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Second Life, the internet’s longest-running virtual world, celebrates a remarkable milestone beginning today: its 22nd birthday. With the theme “Myths and Legends,” the anniversary festival—known as SL22B—unfolds across 76 regions from June 20 through July 20, 2025. It’s a grand, month-long celebration of storytelling, creativity, and community, offering residents a chance to explore, shop, perform,
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The Bellisseria continent in Second Life continues to evolve as one of the most thoughtfully designed residential areas in the virtual world. Among its many themed housing communities, the Linden Log Homes stand out as a favorite for Residents seeking a cozy, rustic lifestyle and recently, four new models were added to the inventory of available styles for residents
Second Glances with Arabella 