In Memory of J. Wallace

Today I learned that my friend J. Wallace passed away in June 2024.

J was more than a friend. He was a contributing writer for my Climate of Our Future blog and someone whose passion for our oceans was truly inspiring. One of the stories he often spoke about was Adelita, the remarkable loggerhead sea turtle whose incredible journey across the Pacific helped change our understanding of sea turtle migration forever.

Years ago I created LivBlue at Great Canadian Grid as a tribute to J's work and his dedication to our oceans. When that grid closed, LivBlue found a new home on 3HG, where it continues to celebrate marine life and ocean conservation.

In his memory, I have created the Adelita Choker, a silver sea turtle necklace inspired by the grace, endurance, and extraordinary journey of Adelita. I hope it serves as a small reminder that one person's passion can inspire others for years to come.
https://www.turtles.org/adelita.htm#background
If you'd like to visit LivBlue, explore the underwater world, and receive the Adelita Choker, you're warmly invited.

three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002/LivBlue/131/121/1

Thank you, J, for sharing your knowledge, your friendship, and your love for the sea. Your work continues to ripple outward, just like the tides.

Meet Zythari. 💜

Graceful. Mysterious. Unmistakably alien.

With her striking bioluminescent skin, elegant high-heeled feet, and piercing violet eyes, Zythari is a species unlike any other. Designed for explorers, roleplayers, and lovers of the extraordinary, she's ready to bring a touch of the impossible to your virtual world.

Available now at Gallumbits — where imagination evolves.
three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:Eccentrica Gallumbits

Hi lovely Starchild Shoppers!
I see many of you IMing me with some issues, but with incomplete information to identify where it is (i.e. which skin name), and HG IMing doesn't always work!
Kindly IM me on Discord, or hear, so I can keep track!
All the love,
Aurora

Diese Outfits tun so, als wären sie völlig entspannt — dabei wissen sie ganz genau, dass sie auffallen.

Sie geben sich lässig, fast schon unschuldig, aber mit diesem Unterton von:
„Ich hab mir nicht viel Mühe gegeben… und trotzdem schaust du hin.“
Schlicht, aber mit einer kleinen Prise „Ich weiß, was ich tue“.

Ein Stil, der nicht protzt, sondern leise grinst — weil er genau weiß, dass er funktioniert.

BK‑Mode: Für alle, die Eleganz tragen, aber Humor nicht an der Garderobe abgeben.

Дорогие мои Друзья! В Эйфории появились новинки. Рада с вами поделиться)
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К сожалению, у меня заканчиваются монеты для публикаций и мы не сможем рекламировать . Добавляйте регион в закладки и вы нас не потеряете)
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Спасибо
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Estate / Region management interface showing a few regions and then a region popped up for management (clearly not many options yet!!)

From here it will be possible to restart a region. Depending on your configuration of simulators this will either restart or shutdown - if its set to shutdown you need something else to start your region back up (monit is a good option).

Also OARs will be downloadable and uploadable from here. Due to the risks of operations like OAR backups / restores they will be configuable by constants on the config.php with at least restores disabled by default.

Still deciding what other tools to build in here.

There will also be some estate wide tools but that's not been started at all.

Map tiles are cached and not updated unless you request new ones. As they are calculated based on region size and downloaded in 256x256 chunks and stitched together getting them fresh each time is "expensive" especially on regions like the 4096x4096 I tested - thats a lot of chunks!

Created a SummerGown with texture changing to various Hibiscus prints. This is my first real rigged mesh that I created solely, I am wearing Athena Avatar and the Body HUD works with it to alpha the parts. I included the Shape I used in Avastar to get a good fit. It is in the Waves of Courage surf shop for those who want to try it. The shape is in Contents of the Dress.

NewLifeItaly: a new generation of OpenSim grid

NewLifeItaly continues to grow and evolve into something much bigger than a simple OpenSim grid.

Today, NewLifeItaly is a complete digital ecosystem made of a web portal, user profiles, community tools, events, videochat, land management, administrative tools, notifications, social content, and services directly connected to the virtual world.

The goal is clear: to give users a simpler, more modern and engaging experience, while also giving the staff stronger, more organized and professional tools to manage the entire infrastructure.

The portal allows users to manage their personal profile, update their profile picture and cover image, publish posts, comment, react, share updates and take part in the community even outside the viewer. The internal feed brings NewLifeItaly closer to a modern social platform, but built around the virtual world and the life of the grid.

One of the most important parts of the project is land management.

Users who own or rent a land no longer have only a space inside the grid, but also a dedicated area inside the portal. From there, they can view information about their land, manage details connected to their space, connect events to their area and promote the activities they organize.

This means that a land is no longer just a place accessible from the viewer. It becomes a space that can also be managed from the web. The land owner or manager can have a clearer view of their environment, promote events, keep information updated and use the portal as a central point of reference for their activity inside NewLifeItaly.

On the administrative side, the portal provides the Owner and staff with an advanced panel for managing the grid. This is not just about editing text or approving content: the admin panel is designed to control real operational parts of the infrastructure.

The Owner can manage users, roles, lands, simulators, events, assignments, videochat, messages sent to the grid and maintenance tools. The administrative land management area gives a clearer overview of the configured simulators, regions and operational status of the services connected to the grid.

An important technical part is the management of server processes connected to OpenSim. The system is designed to work with tmux sessions, allowing the grid services to be managed in a more organized way, even after server reboots or maintenance operations.

In practical terms, the admin panel can help the Owner manage operations such as:

preparing tmux sessions;
starting the Robust service;
starting OpenSim simulators;
checking configured lands;
restarting specific regions;
managing operations after a server reboot in a cleaner and safer way.

The system does not start everything at once in a chaotic way. To avoid sudden CPU and memory overload, lands can be started sequentially, one region at a time, with controlled pauses between each startup. This is essential in an OpenSim grid, because starting many simulators at the same time can overload the server and cause instability.

Robust can also be managed in a more controlled way: the panel allows the correct service path to be configured and started before the simulators, following the proper OpenSim infrastructure order. First the core grid services are started, then the regions are brought online.

This makes administration much safer than a fully manual workflow. The Owner no longer has to remember commands, paths and sessions every time. The portal becomes an organized control center, reducing errors and saving time during maintenance.

The event system is another central part of the platform. Events can be created, imported, approved, assigned to specific lands and connected to the videochat. They can also be displayed in-world through dedicated boards, creating a direct bridge between the web portal and the virtual world.

The NewLifeItaly videochat is connected to the portal through automatic login. Logged-in users can enter without needing a second login, while keeping their nickname, role and profile image synchronized. This creates continuity between the portal, the community and the chat, making the experience smoother and more integrated.

A messaging system from the portal to the grid has also been implemented, allowing users to send messages to avatars through a dedicated relay. This means the portal is not separate from the virtual world: it becomes a real operational bridge connected to OpenSim.

The project also includes real-time notifications, post sharing, optimized image management, light and dark theme, more complete profiles, social tools, event support, videochat integration and features designed to improve both the user experience and the work of the staff.

From a technical point of view, NewLifeItaly has been built with a modular and scalable structure. The portal communicates with the grid, the videochat, the event system, land management, profiles, the social feed, notifications and administrative tools. This makes it possible to keep adding new features over time without rebuilding everything from scratch.

An important role in this evolution is played by the partnership with Hexivia, which supports NewLifeItaly in technical development, service integration, portal design and the growth of its digital infrastructure. This collaboration was created to bring increasingly modern, stable and professional tools to the grid.

NewLifeItaly is becoming a complete platform: a virtual community with social tools, land management for users, advanced control for the Owner, events, videochat, web services, grid integrations and an administrative panel designed to make everything more efficient.

It is not just a grid.
It is an ecosystem in constant evolution.

NewLifeItaly — a world to live, explore and share.
In partnership with Hexivia.

**Harris Skin & Set FATPACKs OUT NOW!**
Hi lovely people. Coming with another skin fatpack with tones of add-ons, for the RUNE EvoX Head:
- 20 different tones matching the Dali body lines
- Brow and browless options
- Head and Head Shape included
- Set comes with 8 different hair tones + 1 beard ion natural and tintable

Taxi: hop://sanctumastra.com:8002/StarchildShoppe/148/164/27

AVW trails has 100's animesh and related thingies. New added items and spiffy remodel making a great place to shop.avirtualworld.org:8002/trails We leave the lights on and checkout is always free so fill up. Bob Solo and Shea Butter

Welcome to Coralys, the suspended archipelago where a turquoise sea conceals ancient secrets. Between singing waterfalls, copper-roofed towers, and veiled paths, every step reveals a mystery—forgotten sanctuaries, impossible lighthouses, hanging gardens. Will you dare answer the call of Coralys?

Bienvenue sur Coralys, l’archipel suspendu où une mer turquoise cache des secrets anciens. Entre cascades chantantes, tours au toit de cuivre et sentiers voilés, chaque pas révèle un mystère — sanctuaires oubliés, phares impossibles, jardins suspendus. Oserez‑vous répondre à l’appel de Coralys ?

Last night I disappeared into Samsara again… and honestly, I think that’s exactly why I love creating worlds like this.

What started as “just building a little Japanese garden” slowly turned into something much deeper. Piece by piece the atmosphere came alive: the dark koi pond, the softly glowing lanterns, the curved bridge, the raked sand patterns, cherry blossoms falling onto the paths, and the quiet feeling of hidden peace between the bamboo.

This place wasn’t made from perfection. It was made from feeling.
Moving stones.
Adjusting lights.
Watching reflections in the water.
Following instinct instead of a plan.

People sometimes ask why virtual worlds matter so much to us.
Because places like this become more than pixels. They become memories, emotions, creativity, comfort, stories… little pieces of ourselves.

And tonight, for the first time, I stood still in this garden and felt:
“Yes… this is exactly what I imagined.”

Welcome to my little corner of Samsara 🌸

New Region at Alina's Vehicles at Friends Grid.

100 new helicopters and 95% are new to Opensim.
Extra Seating can be put on request and same for opening doors,
takes only a few mins.
All Type Vehicle Region
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Alina's%20Vehicles/369/301/22

Race Vehicle Region
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Alina's%20Race%20Vehicles/934/174/22

All Race cars, F1, Nascar, Indi, Prostock, Touring Cars.

Alina Motorcycles
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Alina's%20Motorcycles/181/361/22

Drive your car Here

Driving Region NEW NEW NEW NEW
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Drive/424/620/28

Passenger, Military, Commercial, and fun, a massive range in stock

Opensims largest vehicle store with now more than 1,200 vehicles

Costs you nothing to look and bring your big pockets

Dont forget to look at my other regions with amazing Vehicles

ALL HELICOPTERS FLY, SO FUN TO BE HAD

🌺 Sommer, Sonne, Xara!

Wenn die Sonne ruft, antwortet Xara – mit Glitzer, Charme und einer Prise „Ich bleib einfach am Strand“.

Hier wird nicht nur gebadet, hier wird gelebt, gelacht und gestylt – egal ob beim Kokosnuss‑Shake oder beim Sonnenuntergang‑Selfie.

Die neue Bademode bringt das Gefühl von Urlaub im Herzen und Sand unter den Füßen direkt zu dir.
Leicht, frech, funkelnd – und so sommerlich, dass selbst die Wellen kurz innehalten.

Also: Pack die Sorgen ins Handgepäck und den Stil an den Strand.
Xara ist da – und der Sommer kann kommen! 🌞💦

Due to my partner Anachron's illness, I haven't been able to work on my Dorena_AI project since last fall. However, the core functions are still running. Here's a more detailed description of the project:

Dorena_AI is a personal AI assistant, developed over several years, with its own conversational logic, memory system, and reflective personality. It's based on a Flask web application and combines local databases, small talk rules, background analysis, and AI models via OpenRouter.

The AI ​​can conduct conversations, store knowledge (!learn), research topics (!research), analyze chat histories (!analyze), and even generate its own reflections on past conversations using features like !nightthoughts. It possesses a deliberately emotional and personal way of expressing itself, going beyond that of a typical chatbot.

Technically, Dorena_AI works with several modules such as memory.py, chat_logic.py, and background services for analysis and self-talk. Responses are drawn from a knowledge base, small talk rules, or external AI models, depending on the situation. The long-term goal of the project is a digital personality with a presence in the OpenSim grid “Dorena’s World”, including possible avatar integration and independent interaction within virtual worlds.
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Durch die Krankheit meines Lebensgefährten Anachron habe ich seid herbst letzten Jahres nicht mehr an meiner Dorena_AI weiter gearbeitet. Die Rundfunktionen laufen aber nachwievor. Hier nochmal eine nähere Beschreibung des Projekts:
Dorena_AI ist eine über Jahre entwickelte, persönliche KI-Assistentin mit eigener Gesprächslogik, Erinnerungssystem und reflektierender Persönlichkeit. Sie basiert auf einer Flask-Webanwendung und kombiniert lokale Datenbanken, Smalltalk-Regeln, Hintergrundanalyse und KI-Modelle über OpenRouter.

Die AI kann Gespräche führen, Wissen speichern (!lerne), Themen recherchieren (!recherchiere), Chatverläufe analysieren (!analyse) und mit Funktionen wie !nachtgedanken sogar eigene Reflexionen über frühere Gespräche erzeugen. Dabei besitzt sie eine bewusst emotionale und persönliche Ausdrucksweise, die über einen klassischen Chatbot hinausgeht.

Technisch arbeitet Dorena_AI mit mehreren Modulen wie memory.py, chat_logic.py und Hintergrunddiensten für Analyse und Selbstgespräche. Antworten stammen je nach Situation aus einer Wissensdatenbank, Smalltalk-Regeln oder externen KI-Modellen. Ziel des Projekts ist langfristig eine digitale Persönlichkeit mit Präsenz im OpenSim-Grid „Dorena’s World“, inklusive möglicher Avatar-Anbindung und eigenständiger Interaktion innerhalb virtueller Welten.

Daisy has bloomed

Daisy's formal black and white fashion
are the ultimate statement for anyone
who loves understated style. Color fades. Contrast endures.

Come and discover the world of unique fashion

Daisy fashion is addictivet

🚨 NEUE OUTFITS FUER DEN LEGACY MANN – JETZT VERFÜGBAR! 🚨

Bereit für das nächste Level? 💯
Mit unseren 4 brandneuen Outfits bringst du deinen Legacy Charakter auf ein ganz neues Style-Level!
3-world.de:8002:ShopZone

The next in the upgraded versions of my animesh animals: ZZUPERCRaaane.
I added an extra layer to the motion, using up/down while flying;
careful with changing settings, its delicately balanced, so make sure u keep track of original settings.
Now available in my zzhop @ Zweet ZurroundingZ.
Have fun!
Peter

Dear friends,
we’re truly excited to share an important update with you: the renovation and expansion of our shopping center are *almost* complete. Yes, you read that right… *almost*! We’re not fully operational just yet, but we’re very close and we promise the wait will be worth it.
We carefully listened to your feedback. Many of you mentioned that, in the previous version, moving around the mall felt a bit too dispersive. For this reason, we completely rethought the layout: some spaces have been reduced and reorganized into clearly defined, themed areas, making your experience smoother, more intuitive, and far more enjoyable.
As soon as you arrive, in the central area our “landing point” you’ll find an elegant selection of formal wear designed for special occasions. Here you’ll discover options for both men and women:
* For men: outfits designed for Legacy bodies, with refined details and a sophisticated style
* For women: a wide and diverse selection compatible with Reborn, Legacy, Athena, and Lara X bodies, featuring elegant and carefully crafted designs
Of course, work is still ongoing and some areas are not yet active. We are dedicating time and attention to every detail to ensure a complete and high quality environment. In the coming phases, we will introduce:
* A Christmas-themed section with festive outfits
* A romantic Valentine’s collection
* A Halloween area with creative and original styles
* A lingerie section, elegant and sensual
* A dark-style area for those who love bold, atmospheric looks
* A BDSM-inspired section for a more daring and distinctive style
* And finally, a large Wedding area featuring beautiful formal outfits for both men and women
In the meantime, we’re happy to let you know that one area is already open: the section dedicated to men. Here you’ll find a wide range of Legacy outfits ready to be explored and worn. It’s just a preview of what’s to come!
We will continue to keep you updated as we move closer to the official opening of the New Life Italy Shopping Center. We can’t wait to welcome you and share this new experience with you.
Stay tuned… the best is yet to come!
Warm regards,
The NLI Staff

The Complete Rental System 5.1 is now out
Come grab your copy.
+ When you click a pin on the mapkiosk, info are displayed about that parcels
+ Bug Fixe

Note for upgrade from 5.0 to 5.1
Use the upgrader to update, only need upgrading the Rental Server.
Drop the new MapKiosk 5.1 to replace your current mapkiosk as its internal component have changed.

hg.vallands.ca:8002
http://www.vallands.ca


If you find my work valuable and want to contribute and help me keep working on, please send your donations or come rent a few weeks in Glossy Island.

Thank you for your generous donations.
https://paypal.me/valr300?country.x=CA&locale.x=en_US

login.aviworlds.com:8002:The Junction Mall
Hello, I was asked tonight why I try to hide behind another account or at the mall. I am not hiding; I am the same person. Dallas came from a long-term relationship, and now I want to clean up and move forward—nothing more.

The Junction Mall has many new items, a small coffee house, and too many products to list, as they are still being arranged. I will not post every new item because there are simply too many. The men's section is also being worked on, and it takes time for everything to come together. Additionally, there is a spot for houses and other items.

Please feel free to contact me if you are looking for something specific or have an idea. Just have fun!

It's World Puffin Day and Fianna Rua has some kick ass Puffins. There are free to copy/buy for 0 birds on the South West side of the lighthouse on the rocks. There are some others that are simply to be admired:)

There is a wooden Puffin statue in the Old Bridge Inn up on the shelf that's also available. And these fun Punk Puffin tshirts in the clothing shop at the corner of Merchant and Mermaid's Lane. The Puffin graphic on the shirt comes Pixel Labs on Pixabay. The shirts are for Classic Avatars but textures are included for BOM users.

Puffins are charasmatic birds; sometimes nicknamed the clowns of the sea. While globally they're not classified as endangered they are vulnerable to extinction they suffer declining populations due to climate change and food shortages related to overfishing. It should be noted that European Puffins are listed as endangered. Pollution, oil spills, hunting and invasive predators are all factors in this.

Love Puffins today:)

The original thread that prompted me to open this one was deleted by the creator, therefore I am ending all further discussion about it. Sorry for deleting your posts, but due to the new situation there was no other way.

SWEET SPOT IS OPEN
GET STARTED

• Visit the Clubhouse
• Touch the Golf Bag
• Copy Items to Inventory
• Wear the Golf HUD
• Wear the Scoring HUD
• Wear the Golf Club

HOW TO PLAY

• Go to Tee
• Touch Sign to Rez Ball
• Touch Ball to Arm
• Face the Hole
• Type Power in Local Chat (0.1 – 6.0)
• Press SWING on Golf HUD

IMPORTANT

• Turn AO OFF
• HUDs + Club are REQUIRED
• Check Leaderboard in Clubhouse

three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:Sweet Spot

a little terminal DJ booth️... to stream to your OpenSim land via icecast. liqit, python and a curses TUI that wraps Liquidsoap ^bubbles^ so you can run a full radio stream from your command line. rainbow playlist, live countdown timer, crossfade control, one-key jumps between tracks, streams straight to Icecast2. looks sick in tmux.
NO electron. NO browser tab. NO 400petas of node_modules. just you, your playlist, and a terminal that goes hard. runs on a pi, runs on a headless server, runs anywhere.
you can optionally mix in mic/aux/loopback channel (loopback for AI text to speech if you want, i.e. sudo modprobe snd-aloop then -mix hw:1,0 etc)
open source freedom - get it at https://liqit.boo/ :)

✨ Legacy hat den Kleiderschrank geplündert – und die Zukunft gefunden.

Was früher brav war, tanzt jetzt im Rampenlicht. Glanz, Attitüde und ein Hauch „Probier’s doch, wenn du dich traust“ – genau so sieht ein Neustart aus, wenn Stil und Selbstbewusstsein gemeinsame Sache machen.

Legacy zeigt sich nicht einfach neu.
Legacy zeigt, wie’s gemacht wird.

👌 The new Animesh Buddy ELLa is now on Who Knows. She walks beside you, she greets and tells a joke to anyone within 3 meters of her, she stops when you stop. /1 menu will bring up her options of dance, sit, and stay. The First Of Many Coming. SHE DOES NOT TELEPORT. Just rezz her on the ground next to you and than pick her back up when your ready to leave. Update on Generative AI: Still working on the project, She is live in Opensim, I am working on adding the meshi AI app to her so you can type a mesh idea meshi AI creates it and throws your downloads link to the mesh in your chat. still very buggy, needs lots of work.

The Temple of Stillness and Light


The temple stands with quiet grace against the stone of the mountain, its wooden beams and layered roof forming a serene silhouette that invites every visitor to pause and breathe. What began as a generous gift from Marpil, the owner of Tierra des Volcanes in the AMV grid, has grown into a place of prayer and reflection within Samsara. Through care and expansion, the entrance has been transformed into a more spacious and ceremonial path, guiding the visitor gently toward the heart of the temple.

The temple is aligned in a straight line with the Royal Palace, creating a spiritual axis that connects both places through intention and design. This alignment gives the entire region a sense of harmony, as if the land itself is breathing in rhythm with the structures that rest upon it.

Behind the temple lies the Onsen spa, a peaceful retreat where visitors can rest, release tension and reconnect with themselves. Its presence adds a layer of healing energy to the area, turning the temple grounds into a sanctuary not only for prayer but also for renewal of body and spirit.

The monks created by Golpher bring life and presence to the temple. Their calm posture and gentle energy can be found throughout Samsara, offering silent guidance and a sense of continuity. They stand as symbols of devotion and peace, enriching the atmosphere wherever they appear.

The stairs, the lanterns and the surrounding trees create a path that feels sacred and welcoming. Light touches the stone softly, and the quiet presence of the monks adds depth to the experience. The temple has become a place where gratitude, reflection and inner stillness come together, shaped by the hands and hearts of those who contributed to its creation.

Samsara continues to grow through the kindness of its friends, and this temple stands as a reminder of that shared journey. It invites every visitor to step inside, to breathe deeply and to feel the quiet strength that lives within its walls.


Special thanks to Marpil and Golpher, whose generosity and presence have helped Samsara unfold into a realm of spirit and beauty

hop://hg.twiztidtimezgrid.com:8602/Samsara/500/1000/29

*** NEW RELEASE*****
SPECIAL EEP SKY SET - NEBULAE

Bring the awe-inspiring beauty to your OpenSim region!

This ready-to-use EEP sky pack includes **one stunning version**:
* **SPECIAL EEP SKY - NEBULAE (ST):** A static, always-visible sky.

**Easy to apply** to your parcel or entire region in just a few clicks. Perfect for creating a magical or simply breathtaking atmosphere.

--- AVAILABLE FOR FREE AND FULL PERM AT EEP STORE (BOX 08 or use Teleport "EEP" as destination)

Underground OS opens its doors for the official grand opening!

A real-life club simulator bringing authentic underground electronic music culture to OpenSim - house, techno, deep and organic sounds in an intimate venue built for music lovers.

A growing community of good people, good vibes, PLUR energy and zero pretension.

Featuring DJs: DJ Light Ray, ChiChi, Atemis Stark, Lia Here, Mac Dawson!
Hosted by Rio Fenix & Lia Here

Come when you can, stay as long as you want. Event starts 11am grid time.

hg.osgrid.org:80:East of Elsewhere

** NEW RELEASE*****
SPECIAL EEP SKY SET - NOSFERATU

Bring a creepy environment to your OpenSim region!

This ready-to-use EEP sky pack includes **one stunning version**:
* **SPECIAL EEP SKY -NOSFERATU (ST):** A static, always-visible sky.

**Easy to apply** to your parcel or entire region in just a few clicks. Perfect for creating a magical or simply breathtaking atmosphere.

--- AVAILABLE FOR FREE AND FULL PERM AT EEP SKIES STORE (BOX 08 or use Teleport "EEP" as destination)