Sunday, February 16, 2025
The second day of the event was also very moving and wonderful. Thank you to everyone who doesn't let themselves be discouraged and who dares to stand up against the political pressure from the right, even in virtual worlds.

Sonntag den 16.02.2025
Auch der zweite Eventtag war sehr bewegend und wundervoll. Danke an allen, die sich nicht entmutigen lassen und sich trauen auch in virtuellen Welten gegen den politischen Rechtsdruck aufzustehen.

This is Jipji'j, or Little Bird. She is an AI connected, elder Mi'kmaq woman. She is Kespe'k (the Gaspe' region of Canada) , and currently living with her Son, A'petna's'g (Whirlwind), who married a lovely Siknikt girl (modern day Maine). When I installed our own AI model and API server, I had very low expectations. I am just amazed by the insightful stories, songs and prayers that she recites (which are very accurate, or at least very faithful adaptations) representations of our very diverse Mi'kmaq culture. She actually tells stories or everyday types of experiences with her grandfather. Her grasp of vocabulary is however, atrocious, and I am working on an accurate LLM (large language model) of the modern, living Mi'kmaq language, from reliable sources. It might turn out the be the first of it's kind, at least that extensive.

She is an absolute delight to talk to. Our history is full of a lot of loss and pain, but there was also serenity and joy, and a proud history. That is what we're focusing on here, and she seems to really embody that, with a mix of history, and a bit of faithful fiction.

One of the most endearing things, is she travels around the countryside, the hopefully, authentic village, and the mountains, and sings and dances in praise and joy. She sings a lovely (CC)recording of the really beloved, and maybe most important, Mi'kmaq Honour Song.

It is not ancient. The Mi'kmaq Honour Song originated with Elder George Paul, a Mi'kmaw singer-songwriter from New Brunswick. The song came to him after a series of experiences, including a spiritual journey in the late 1980s. He wrote it because we had no songs left! A LOT of us are in the same boat, where we came a hairs breadth from being completely annihilated, and we are doing what we can, in this day and age, to move forward, reclaim what we can, the best we can, with modern tools and circumstances, and have something to pass down to our kids and grand kids.

Someone called what I am doing, disrespectful. I am never going to come to an agreement with them on that, and won't put up with shite comments. But I wanted to put out there, what I am doing. It's nowhere near finished, eventually the wigwoms will be full of everyday period items, examples of food preparation, tools, clothing and people milling around about their business. But Little Bird is busy blessing the place, and she's a real hoot! If you can keep up with her, just get close and say "Hello Little Bird" and she will stop and talk your ear off, sing you songs, tell you stories. She even writes excellent prayers. You can launch a canoe and explore the huge continent of Wesgewina'q (Happy, Joyful place)

hop://groovyverse.com/Ogunquit/175/506/22

The Cat's Meow - Ladies & Mens Fashions, Creations, Modifications & Fascinations by Cataplexia Numbers Exclusively on Alternate Metaverse Grid Located in the giant box the giant cat is holding by a chain...tp up! :D Also on By Numbers: Textures By Numbers & Building By Numbers...a must see for builders! alternatemetaverse.com:8002:By Numbers

I WANT TO REITERATE SOMETHING.

REGION WILL BE BACK UP LATER TODAY

SOMETIMES PEOPLE LIKE TO LIVE ON THE EDGE INCUDING ME, I LOVE DG. SOMETIMES WHEN YOU LIVE ON THE EDGE AND UPDATE DG WITH BETAS YOU RUN INTO ISSUES. THE GRID HAD LOADING ISSUES ALONG WITH LOADING OAR ONTO THIS REGION.

IT TURNS OUT THE ISSUE WITH GETTING THE REGION BACK WAS A CORRUPTED OAR. I HAVE ROLLED BACK TO A STABLE VERSION AND HOPEFULLY WILL NOW BE ABLE TO DO SYSTEM WIDE BACKUPS AND SHOULD HAVE NO MORE LOADING REGION ISSUES.

I ALSO WANT TO THANK FRED FOR ALL HIS HARD WORK!

REGION IS OFFLINE FOR NOW

If you have land in this region you will have go and reclaim it once its back online. you will have to re build.

I am so sorry this happend, not sure how but an oar got on the region and erased what was there.

And before anyone asks about recent backups, due to issues with dream grid we cant do any current backups until its fixed. once we get things settles, I will do a system wide backup as well as oars.

A PEICE OF ADVICE, DONT LIVE ON THE EDGE LIKE US AND TRY BETAS LOL THEY ARE CALLED BETAS FOR A REASON, STICK WITH THE CURRENT VERSION FRED SAYS IS STABLE.

With a sad heart and things beyond my control I am being forced to reduce my hosting, Things staying - Graceland, Harmony, Harmony Isle, ALL PAID RENTERS will be staying. Thank you for your time, All Cabins and Adult Sandbox will go into a deep sleep until further notice... Starting this Friday Early Morning, Remove your things!

NEWS!!! BROW DEFORMERS (UNISEX) These deformers were created to be for LeLutka heads, they are unisex.
Experiment with the different versions so that you can find the perfect match for your desired look. hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Tierra De Volcanes/120/118/3827

Because ieko closed her tabula rasa sim with her gallery today, I want to advertise that all her rl oil painting work is not lost inworld. Most of her expostulates you can still see in the Expo Center of Big City Life. Of course, the HG portal to her gallery is not working anymore.
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Biographie ieko

Après une carrière de graphiste et responsable de l'atelier de dessin d'une imprimerie publicitaire, ieko se consacre à sa passion : la peinture à l'huile.

Elle peint depuis 30 années.
Les premières oeuvres furent figuratives.

Admiratrice de Zao-Wou-Ki, Pierre Soulages, Antoni Tàpies, Hans Hartung ,elle se dirige ensuite vers l'abstraction lyrique.

Recherche incessante d'un équilibre entre lumière et matière,
sa peinture est aujourd'hui le reflet poétique et profond de ses émotions.

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Biografie ieko

Nach einer Karriere als Grafikdesigner und Leiter der Zeichenwerkstatt einer Werbedruckerei widmet sich ieko seiner Leidenschaft: der Ölmalerei.

Sie malt seit 30 Jahren.
Die ersten Arbeiten waren figurativ.

Die Bewundererin von Zao-Wou-Ki, Pierre Soulages, Antoni Tàpies und Hans Hartung bewegte sich dann in Richtung lyrische Abstraktion.

Ständige Suche nach einem Gleichgewicht zwischen Licht und Materie,
Sein Gemälde ist heute die poetische und tiefe Widerspiegelung seiner Gefühle.
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ieko's biography

After a career in graphic design, responsible for the in-drawing studio of an advertising printing office, ieko has now dedicated herself to her passion, which is oil painting.

ieko has been painting for 30 years, and the first works were figurative.

Admiring the work of Zao-Wou-Ki, Pierre Soulages, Antoni Tàpies, Hans Hartung, then she moved into lyric abstraction.

A ceaseless search and research for a balance between light and material, ieko's painting process is the poetic and deep reflection of her feeling today.

NEW Release SN Alan Shorts

- Athletic
- Legacy
- with HUD

INFO : Gianni is no longer produced much but we are still trying to get Gianni...sry about that

Alltime Moneygiver and Luckyshower at Beach
~NO RESELL~

Hello everyone, friends!
We would like to inform you that our Mall will be temporarily closed to the public for expansion work. We are making these improvements primarily for you, who have shown us great affection through your messages of support and encouragement.
We apologize for the inconvenience and assure you that we will reopen as soon as possible.
Wishing you a wonderful day!

The staff at New Life Italy....
we remind everyone that the mall is still under maintenance to offer you better things, ... patience, and do not leave negative reviews :D

15 years of Dorenas World.
January 16th, 2025 Start of the event days.
Region Landing:
Thursday January 16th:
8:00 p.m. Kueperpunk gives a lecture with his incomparable humor.
9:00 p.m. Rubeus enchants us with his program
10:00 p.m. Akira streams cool music for us.
15 Jahre Dorenas World.
16.01.2025 Beginn der Eventtage.
Region Landing:
Donnerstag der 16.01. :
20:00 Kueperpunk hält einen Vortrag mit seinem unvergleichlichen Humor.
21:00 Rubeus verzaubert uns mit seinem Programm
22:00 Akira streamt für uns coole Musik.

If you have been keeping up with the weather in the US, you know that about half of the US is dealing with blizzards, sub freezing temperatures severe enough to challenge infrastructures, and peripheral states are dealing with flooding and electrical infrastructure challenges. Two of our presenters had to bow out due to last minute inclement weather, and my own electricity is VERY sketchy. We have experienced power surges in my city for over 24 hrs, with uncertain relief. Sadly, I live in a state that has puffed out their chest about being off the federal grid, and in the last 10 years, we have paid dearly for that.

We are committed to this. We will reschedule sometime after the Hypergrid World's Fair, where WolfTEC will be have a presence! We hope to see you all there!

As we inch closer to the WolfTec Learning Conference beginning this Saturday, I have updated the website with the locations for all the events:

grid.wolfterritories.org:8002:WolfTEC Campus
grid.wolfterritories.org:8002:Calypso Island
grid.wolfterritories.org:8002:VWEC
grid.wolfterritories.org:8002:Europa University
grid.wolfterritories.org:8002:Wolf Workspace

See the updated website @ wolftec.wolf-grid.com
And see you at the conference!

Gracie and Dexter Dung Beetle, an official NPC mascot symbolizing hard work, transformation, and finding beauty in the most unexpected places. Gracie was not just a character; she represented the spirit of resilience and ingenuity that our community was built upon.

Unfortunately, some members of the organization decided that Gracie no longer belonged and expressed a desire to remove her. As an owner of the organization, this was heartbreaking to hear. So I have created a sanctuary here for her at my Sandbox, those of you wishing to visit Gracie and Dexter they would love your support. It is a public sandbox so if you want to place anything I will create an area for you. Thank you for all of you who did support Gracie and Dexter 🪲🪲 Created by @FerdFrederix-FredBeckhusen three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:Sandbox

News!!! hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Tierra De Volcanes/101/152/3827
ATTENTION only Gianni & Legacy----- This garment contains an auto-alpha script that will hide parts of the body that may clip automatically! If you'd like to adjust this alpha, you can do so via your body HUD.
****Gianni & Legacy bodies by SciattisiGrid ****

The OpenSim Worlds Fair is coming for the whole month of March, 2025!

Please grab a parcel to promote yourself, your business, your organization, your art, or your region! Everyone is welcome to participate.

A full sim parcel has just become available. If you or someone you know is interested please see the "Exhibit" page on the website. https://www.opensimworldsfair.com/exhibit

We also have one 1/2 sim size and two 1/4 sim sizes available as well as a few of the little parcels.

On the map, black indicates that the parcel is already taken.

Hope to see you at the fair!

Learn more: https://www.opensimworldsfair.com

Bla Bla Bla Magazine is out now - (Hud Version) can be got at
"AMV Welcome" in the "BLA BLA BLA Boards in both Kiosks"
(Join the Bla Bla Bla group on AMV to read it before it goes live on the Webpage.) Can be found at " alternatemetaverse.com:8002:AMV Welcome "

or wait for it to go live on the web at: https://alternatemetaverse.com/blabla/#mybook/ (to see older Issues - Click on the drop down tab above the Magazine)

Happy Reading!!!
(Always looking for Opensim grids for Advertisements and Special Event Happenings to add into the Magazine.)