Ashraya, which means shelter in sanskrit, is an organization based in India which operates with the purpose of providing aid to Indian children in need and abused women through the implementation of various projects. The Ashraya Project in SL opens tomorrow, May 5th, and the proceeds will go towards this wonderful organization.

There are many events planned for this project, including fashion shows and parties, check out the Schedule of Events page for all the details. The Ashraya Project will run from May 5th till June 4th.

I’m wearing a mesh sari from Bilo that will be available tomorrow at this event in many bright and beautiful colors. The proceeds from the purple one I’m wearing in the second picture will go towards the charity. What I love most about this sari is, it can be worn with or without the dupatta.

Bilo is a new brand to me which I noticed on plurk a few weeks ago. You’ll find lots of gorgeous mesh dresses here. Check out Bilo on Marketplace for more of their designs.

Remember, all of the festivities start May 5th at 10am slt. Check out Editorial Clarity’s blog for event details and slurls.

Credits:
Skin: League Jen Dark Feline (Cleavage C) by Nena Janus
Hair: [elikatira] Abbey – Black 04 by Elikapeka Tiramisu
*Sari: Bilo Chandramukhi Sari by Mayaa Thistle (Available on May 5th @ The Ashraya Project)
*Henna tattoos: Huz Tats and Bilo
*Jewels: Zaara Nizam colored by Zaara Kohime
*Poses: Long Awkward Pose and oOo Studio

Just because I’m a fairy, doesn’t mean I can’t celebrate Earth Day. April 22nd, 2012 is Earth Day. Don’t forget to get involved in your community and do something for the earth. Here are just 5 things to strive for that would make such a difference:

1. Plant a tree
2. Reduce, reuse and recycle
3. Give up your car for the day and ride your bike or take public transportation
4. Take a photo celebrating nature and share it on your social networks
5. Do some earth day arts and crafts, like decorating a reusable tote bag

I’m definitely going to try doing at least a few of those things. ^^

Faint Paulse of Ladies Who Lunch has been doing her part for Earth Day, inworld. She’s created a variety of things in honor of Earth Day. Check out her flickr for pics and details. I’m wearing the terrarium aloe earrings. They are beautifully made.

My hair is a hair debut from Azure Electricteeth of LaViere. She’s created three lovely hairstyles and I think they are definitely a great start. Remember to drop by LaViere and try a demo on for yourself.

Fantasy Faire started Saturday April 21 and will run till Sunday April 29, 2012. More than 130 of SL’s top fantasy creators are involved in raising funds for the American Cancer Society. There are nine sims, so make sure to visit this link for a map and slurls.

I am wearing the RFL exclusive from Evie’s Closet. It will only be available at the event so make sure to drop by soon.

Happy Earth Day! <3

Credits:
Skin: [Aura] Helena – Paper- Love Notes – VIP by Tyr Rozenblum
*Hair: -LaViere- Astris – Saffron by Azure Electricteeth
Outfit: Evie’s Closet Elora II RFL by Evangeline Miles (Available at Fantasy Faire)
Nails: Candy Nail #FP006 Clear Glitter French 3color change by Peche Bury
Ring: TOSL *Fruitylicious* Ring v1.4 Cerises (No longer available)
*Earrings: [LWL] Terrarium Earring (aloe) by Faint Paulse
*Poses: Exposeur by RubyStarlight Writer (Available at Pose Fair)

A few weeks ago I was contacted by Linden Lab® to create an image with a music theme. I wasn’t sure exactly what to do. Then I remembered this adorable pose I had from Olive Juice and asked Mr. Prad Prathivi to come sit with me. I think this is one of my most favorite pictures that I have ever done, it means so much to me. That’s why I’m so happy that it’s on SecondLife.com today. (Remember to logout if you are logged in so you can see it)

Along with Mr. Prathivi and I, you will see Miaa Rebane, Faint Paulse, Harlow Heslop, Sixx Yangtz, Harper Beresford and Ivoni Miles. Just click on the arrows to see all of the images. Congrats to them all. <3

After submitting the above picture (which is pretty much a raw screen shot) I had played with the image more in photoshop and posted it on my flickr, so sharing it below. While processing the image, I was listening to "I love you forever” by the amazing Two Steps From Hell.

The couple’s pose in this image is by IsabellaGrace Baroque of Olive Juice. She will be giving this pose out for FREE at Pose Fair which will run from April 15th till May 5th. So remember to drop by the Olive Juice booth and pick up your free pose! <3

Credits:
What Mr. Prathivi is wearing:
Shirt: Aoharu – Silk Shirt (Black)
Jeans: Zaara – Classic Jeans (Ash)
Shoes: Kari – Kicks Shoes

What I’m wearing:
Skin: Aura
Hair: Shag
Shirt: Erratic
Jeans: Maitreya Mesh Jeans
Jewels: Je Suis and Erratic
Shoes: Soreal Sneakers

Wear Gray for a Day is an event that is raising funds for the American Brain Tumor Association. With over 80 established stores participating, it is the brain child of Sanura Snowpaw. It is now open, so take the slurl and get shopping.

I was recently linked to a post about a fellow SLer we lost last year to a brain tumor. His name was Epicurus Emmons and he was the co-founder of Fishers Island Yacht Club. I was moved by this post about him and after watching this video I really felt like sharing it here.

So I hope you guys get a chance to go by Wear Gray and do your part. I’ll be going by tonight myself.

The pose I’m using in the second picture is part of a phenomenal set of high couture poses from oOo Studio that will be released in May at Culture Shock.

Credits:
*Skin: -Glam Affair- Leah Grey skin BL by Aida Ewing (Available at WEAR GRAY)
Eyes: Mayfly – Deep Sky Mesh Eye (Deepening Spring, w4) by Arkesh Baral (MESH)
Hair: Asymmetric Bob (Black) by Truth Hawks (Inventory library)
*Eyelashes: Miamai_Catwalk Lashes_Glitter 01 by Monica Outlander (MESH)
*Dress: Miamai_Gauri by Monica Outlander
*Shoes: [Ladies Who Lunch] Pretender boot (Pearly Peak, White Sole) by Faint Paulse (MESH)
*Pose: oOo Studio Allegory High Couture by Olaenka Chesnokov (to be released in May)

I fully admit to stealing the above image from the one and only Botgirl Questi. I stole it because I was inspired by her post and absolutely agree with her sentiments towards Mr. @SecondLie.

I too have had lots of days where I laughed out loud at his hilarious tweets. One of my favs was when he stuffed a meero for Thanksgiving. Then there was the time where he shared some very valuable information about George Clooney that I used to my advantage. So even though at times he made me cry, I loved reading his tweets so much, I eventually ended up proposing to him. Alas he turned me down (the bastard).

Now the day has come where @SecondLie has announced his departure. Twitter will just not be the same without him, but you can help make his curtain call more meaningful and constructive. For every LOVE to this post on his SL Profile, he will donate a penny to Relay For Life. Botgirl announced that she will match his contribution, and encouraged others to do the same. So Chestnut Rau and I have also decided to match his contribution. Please take a moment to give this post your love and let’s see how much we can raise!

Farewell @SecondLie, you will be dearly missed. <3