Achill Island: A Touch of Irish Charm

Yesterday I did a bit of a walkabout on the grid.  Translation: I was profile perving and finding places that I have never heard of or thought they sounded interesting.  

Achill Island was in the 8th profile I had perved..I mean, checked out. and it just sounded so charming, quaint, and adorable that I had to take a peek.  I'm really glad I did that.  It has this sweet, charming feel of it, that was reminiscent of Ireland.    Designed and landscaped by the talented Minnie Atlass, she captures the feel, colors, and atmosphere of the Irish countryside in vivid detail.  

As you will see in the photos, it is set up with rolling hills, a peaceful and relaxing pond, and the cliffs are rugged and dramatic looking, similar to what you would find in Ireland.

Photographers are welcome but this is also a private home for Ziggy Duster and Grace Sixpence, who are gracious enough to open their land and share, so respect for their private areas, please.

Somewhere in Time: A Winter Classic

The holiday season is fast approaching us, with its cold winds, snowflakes dancing in the air, and the unleashing of genius imaginations of so many talented landscapers and decorators.  I love this time of year across the grid, simply because it lets these brilliant and accomplished individuals, a time to show us what really makes second life such an amazing place.
At the Somewhere in Time sim, Quinn Holsworthy and Chelsea Rae are two such talented and gifted individuals.  They have created a winter and holiday classic theme, that shines from one corner of the sim to the other.  The atmosphere of the sim is that of a vintage holiday postcard, with each area melding and blending with the other seamlessly.
The sim is not just a cornucopia of sights and visions for photographers, but a dedication to the winter season for all of those who love this time of year.