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Magazine VOL.9

WHAT'S NEW? TALENT EXPOSED: IMAGIN ILLYAR OF WILLOWDALE ESTATE

MOTHERS DAY AT FLAVAH

© 2017 by Flavah Magazine. All rights reserved

MY SUPER HERO A MOTHER'S LOVE

VIRTUAL TRENDS

STAY A LA MODE WITH ANAEL STARR

BON VOYAGE

YOUR GUIDE TO FUN PLACES ON THE GRID: OASIS ZOO

MR. OPINION

YOUR FAVORITE ADVISING COLUMN

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Flavah Magazine officially returned on the grid on April 7th 2017 during a stunning relaunch party organized and hosted by a group of dedicated people without whom that event wouldn't have been possible. We therefore want to thank those who helped organize that amazing party: Mandahlyn, Vanity, LP Kidd, Zuri, DJ Tragedy, Redeem Hilltop and Emz. Thank you to those who were able to attend, to our supporters and sponsor Willowdales Estate. As we return, we look back at our history and contemplate our humble beginnings. Flavah Magazine would like to acknowledge and also thank two particular individuals: Lucky Luciano who guided our first steps out of the crib by providing us with our very first article and office; and Flyy39 who helped us publish our first releases. Thank you Lucky Luciano and Flyy39, your contribution to our dream will always be recognized and appreciated.

We all have someone we owe for what we are today for Life is a constant learning experience, which all began in a mother's womb. This month's publication is therefore dedicated to our wonderful mothers (living/ deceased/expecting and future), to whom Flavah Magazine wishes a happy and blessed Mothers day.

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Content 8................NEWS-Talent Exposed:

Imagin Illyar of Willowdale Estate 10...............Virtual Trends 13...............The Porchswing Diaries:

My Super Hero 16...............Bon Voyage 18...............POEM- A Mother's Love 22...............Which One(s) Are You?

Do words and deeds matter?

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Our team

Editor in Chief & Layout Ruby Lisamba (marysan2) Founder & Chief Advisor Mandahlyn Editorial Assistant Theo Thuthuka Writers & Reporters Zariaunna resident Dp Xue Sr Appollonia Vayda Cole Fashion Expert Anael Starr Models Redeem Hilltop

Featuring Willowdale Estates Rare Image Dream Fx Inc. Eloquence Design Millennium Studios Millennium School Flavah 5

Contact:Mandahlyn Originality is rare and the image is about you.

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Contact: LP Kidd https://vimeo.com/211352621 Flavah 7

Written by Ruby Lisamba

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ominated three times for Top 5 Best Land (2013, 2015, 2016), Best place to live in SL and Winner of Avi Choice Awards, Willowdale Estate owes its remarkable success to the dedication of its exceptional owner, Imagin Illyar. he estate made its debuts nine years ago, only three months after Imagin Illyar’s joined the Grid. Coming from a web design background and having an old business

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shutting down at the time, Imagin Illyar saw in Virtual Lands the potential for a new exciting adventure. Struck and enlightened by creativity, she knew right then that her next business would be in SL. She thus dedicated herself to her germinating ideas, which, nine years later, grew into 34 sims and 301 lots (2560 sqm lots to 1/4 sim lots) fully developed from scratch. “It's been a labor of love” she described

“and after nine years it's still my passion”. It is that same passion and commitment that makes Imagin Illyar thrive on challenges. After teaching herself web design and development, Imagin Illyar took onto the challenge of teaching herself Virtual Lands in all its complexity. er goal was to redefine Luxury of land rentals by providing her tenants with more than a simple living

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experience but also with an emotional and atmospheric experience in Second Life.

The lands at Willowdale Estate have character and vibes of tranquillity, which undoubtedly speaks for the estate’s authenticity and uniqueness. oreover, Imagin Illyar believes that being a smaller estate enables her to offer more personal considerations to her tenants by directly interacting with

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each one of them. Indeed, Willowdale Estate does not have any staff, which is rarely seen in the Virtual Land business. The whole weight of Willowdale Estate, from its core management to its astonishingly detailed landscaping, thus rests on the shoulder of one talented and experienced individual. Imagin Illyar is undeniably a selftaught entrepreneur whose hard work gave us one of the most

breathtaking living experiences on the grid worth considering for your forever home.

Always except a little more in Willowdale Estate. http://maps.secondlife.com/ secondlife/Theron/44/197/59

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Written by Anael Starr

Spring and summer fashion trends for 2017 have already been decided, so why not get ahead of the game and start thinking about what to wear next season right now. Think ruffles, the spirit of the 80's is back!! Once the climate gets warmer, ruffles in every shape and form will hit the fashion world. From casual to elegant, you will see romantic ruffles and floral prints which add that feminine touch and glam. This season tops are going back to basics, lingerie-like pieces will be paired with evening skirts, cropped jeans and slinky suits. You will see lots of off the shoulder, or one shouldered tops.

Laces are no longer just for shoes, there will be lots of creative ways to use laces in outfits. So, get ready for a whole new dramatic season!

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Welcome to the Porch Swing Diaries!

Chicken soup for the soul on topics we can all relate to with a pinch of comic relief for both SL Residents and RL Ladies & Gents.

by Zariaunna Resident.

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My super

H e ro My super hero doesn’t wear a cape or a fly through the air; she has no special powers or bright flares. My Super hero doesn’t have any catch phrases or her own TV show, doesn’t wear cat suits masks or big red bows.

things she said; the prayers she said with me before tucking me into bed. She tried to give me everything; the sun, the stars and the moon, lung cancer claimed the life of my super hero; gone way too soon.

today’s cruel world, how to work with what you are given and the ability to love like you’ve never been hurt.

Time ran out on my super hero before I had a chance to show her how much she truly meant to Her name doesn’t begin with Taking your Mother out on me; but the way blessings from “Wonder” “Super” or “Captain” Mother’s days and giving her the higher power it is I serve but she is powerful nonetheless. fancy gifts is nice, but the best is set up, my father remarried Mama is what I call her; loving gift you can give your mother 12 years later to a phenomenal me is what she does best. is your undivided attention and woman, who loves my siblings time. Show her that’s she’s and I as if we were her own; She takes care of me when special to you EVERYDAY and giving me a second chance to I’m sick in all aspects, not just not just on Mother’s Day, or you get it right. Not everyone is that physically; kisses my forehead will look up one day and find fortunate. and tells me that everything is out that you are too late. going to be ok. One hug and kiss Learn from me and from my from Mama seemed to make all TIME...time is the one thing that mistake of believing that I had of the pain go away. once gone you cannot get back time to do the things I wanted and cannot be accounted for; for my Mother and say what I She was a pillar of wisdom, nobody knows how much time wanted to my Mother. Cherish love and all things great, anyone has. This is why it is every moment; this way, every moment I spent with paramount to that you love and when your super hero gets her her; I cherished and came to cherish your mother; not just for heavenly wings, you will be able appreciate. I remember the giving birth, but for giving you to smile as you watch her fly. lessons that I learned and all the vibrancy, the tools to make it in 14 Flavah

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Oasis Zoo

Second Life never ceases to amaze us! Oasis Zoo is a stunning sim-wide walk-through zoo displaying animals and enabling you to see first hand how animals live and interact with each other. There is a wide variety of mammals, reptiles, and birds which guarantees you over thirty minutes of fun visiting the zoo. It is an ideal place for kids, family, friends and even for that first date! So next time you can't figure anything to do online, grab a teleport to Oasis Zoo, enjoy the pixel sun and the simple things SL has to offer.

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A mother’s love Almost all women can be a mother but all are not a momma They might have not been really for the drama To be momma you got to put in a lot of work Caring understanding all of love not looking for perks Wash cook sew and doctor up the scraps Take you butt to bed for school you won’t be late Keep you on your toes that you’re momma’s job Clean up your room she didn’t raise a slob A lot of things she did you didn’t like it then But 9 times out of 10 mom was right in the end She might have rubbed it in your face but you remember for the rest of your life Most men meet a woman like mom most time she becomes his wife Whether strict and stern or soft as a dove There is no greater power than that of a mother’s love Moms are…the ones that carried you inside for 9 months Moms are…the ones that scolded you for acting like a dunce Moms are…the first one you look to when things go wrong Moms are…the one that always listens to your same tired song Moms are…the ones you look for when you wanna cry Moms are…the first one you call when you meet that perfect guy Moms are…there for you when you start to lose sight Moms are…the ones who always tell you everything will be alright Moms are…really your best friends Moms are…the ones that make you take it with a grin Moms are…the ones that really have your back 18 Flavah

Moms are…the one person you never give flack Moms are...the one person that can tell you “because” Moms are…the one person that you can’t replace her love Happy mothers day…to all the moms around the world Who did the best they could to raise good boys and girls Happy mothers day…to the moms that ate peanut butter and jelly So that the kids could have meat and veggies in their belly Happy mothers day…to the moms that worked the two jobs Went to school raised the kids I know it was hard Happy mothers day…to the moms that aren’t still here Even though you’re gone we still hold you dear Happy mothers day….to the moms that know how to cook We always say they should write a book Happy mothers day, to the future moms to be You think that it’s easy but you will soon see Happy mothers day ….you were all sent from heaven above But we don’t need a special day to celebrate a mother’s love Dp……………………outttttttttttttttttttttttt

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Which one(s)

are you?

Do Words And Deeds Matter?

ISN'T IT STRANGE some allow movies, social media and the virtual world seep in and send subliminal messages to distract and keep them in a deep sleep from reality, truth and higher consciousness?

Which one are you?

ISN'T IT STRANGE how kind words and deeds just don't matter on sl?

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because they wish to only edify and glorify themselves?

Reciprocation is a powerful tool! When you do not you will eventually void out your own accomplishment and relevancy!

Have you heard of quid quo pro? Help me and I help you?

Which one are you?

ISN'T IT STRANGE how some will misinterpret and refer to stories about biblical patriarchs to justify their actions in the virtual world, with the intent to solicit groups of partners, by mentioning king Solomon

and king David as a reference?

The true story about these biblical kings is these wives and concubines led those kings into idolatry and the kings lost favor with god? They don't know that monogamy was the rule after the Babylonian exile and the new testament times!!

These are called the "traditions of men" that choose to nullify the word of god! Must you use biblical patriarchs in error, to validate what you're doing on sl?

ISN'T IT STRANGE how some

will debate and condemn you for trying to hold dear your own good practices, morals and beliefs that were ingrained and taught and learned in your real life? Are these not the same practices you teach your own children too? I hope so! Which one are you?

ISN'T IT STRANGE how people will attack you, if you merely mention (1) scripture, but they want you to be their student, sit at their feet and accept their own logic with no reference books, no basis on why they believe it as factual, then debate you violently because they themselves believe differently. What one does in society is their choice!

Heard of free will? Which one are you?

ISN'T IT STRANGE that some people on sl (after viewing a rez date) will assume you were born just last night? Which one are you?

will sting like a scorpion and bite like a serpent. Both are venomous and they can strike you with a warning shot or a lethal dose! Which one are you?

ISN'T IT STRANGE how differently people play and view sl? People who are here to only socialize view the game in one respect, but creators, entertainers and builders view it differently? Hmm think about that one! Which one are you?

ISN'T IT STRANGE how some people on sl that do not cam regularly, only see what is directly in front of them, and never cam upwards or around as if they are really living in that avatar and not behind the computer? These are those that will say "hey where did you go," when you moved only a step away or behind them! Lol which one are you?

ISN'T IT STRANGE how some will openly, easily verbally ISN'T IT STRANGE that some attack others and call them are so quiet, humble as a dove, out as the butt of a joke or but wise as a serpent! It is often laugh to make themselves said; the quietest one in the look brilliant or gain favor in room is usually the smartest a crowd? Unfortunately, those and wisest in the room! Which that do this are demeaning their one are you? own relevancy and existence!

Which one are you?

ISN'T IT STRANGE that some

This is my commentary for the month! Enjoy sl, be thoughtful and make everyday worth living!

We travel this trail alone!

We will leave alone! Peace and joy until sunsets!

By Appollonia Vayda Cole (udiyah) founder of vmwc.

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Dear Mr.Opinion, I have a crush on my best friend who I have known for over two years now. Nothing other than friendship has ever happened between us but I would like to "upgrade" our relationship and get out of the famous friend zone, however I am scared that bringing this subject up might totally destroy our friendship if it doesn't go in our favor.

Signed: FriendZoned.

Dear FriendZoned, The best way to find out if your friend is interested in you is to bring up a fictitious person and tell your friend about two people in your similar situation and after, ask them what would they do if they were in that situation with a friend. If they have an issue with it, you can pretend you do as well. If they have a positive response, tell them the friend you were speaking of is really you. If they seem to be uncomfortable tell them you were joking. That will get you off the hook and you can save face.

Dear Mr.Opinion, What's the disease called where a man can't commit to only one woman?

Signed: SL Health Resources.

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Dear SL Health Resources, The disease where a man can't commit to one women is called a "Hoe" or Male Whore, take your pick. This man has no self-control and its best for every woman to keep her distance, or prepare to be hurt.

Dear Mr.Opinion, My wife just changed her SL facebook status from "married" to "widowed". Should I be scared?

Signed: Confused Husband.

Dear Confused Husband. You need to speak up and ask your wife why would she list her status from married to widow.

If you are neglecting her and she feels your relationship is dead, then you need to do one of two things. 1. Run for the hills or 2. Fix the problem if you love her and realize you cause her to go there. If she's the cause then delete and block that crazy B and find you someone a little less mentally ill.

Dear Mr.Opinion, I've know my man for 3 years, how to get him to propose and take that big step? Will he ever be ready?

Signed: It's about time!

Dear It's About Time. Most women are conditioned to want marriage from small children.

Men on the other hand are encouraged to Love, Fuck and Forget. It's sad but true. If you are looking to be a wife and this man isn't on the same page as you, I suggest you move on. Don't waste you life and years over someone who isn't worth your time and who only thoughts about you is what he can get from you or what you can do for him. Don't be a fool.

You shouldn't have to beg a man to marry you. If he loves you, that will be easy for him.

Dear Mr.Opinion, I have been trying to expand my friendlist by meeting and connecting with more people.

Why is it that people on the grid don't put as much effort as I put into building friendship and always expect me to reach out to them first?

Signed: Disappointed.

SL and people who couldn't care less about your feelings. A lot of these people are only out for what you can do for them or what they can steal from you in the way of creativity. So the people you are looking to add to your list may have been through some ugly experiences and are over protective and very selective as to whom they let into their circle. Try not to be so thirsty because you can't scare people away and make them not trust you. You sound kind of pushy. Back off and relax. If you find people aren't as friendly as you, forget them and move on.

Do you have questions for Mr. Opinion? Feel free to submit them to Flavah @ marysan2 Resident

Dear Disappointed, the reason most people in sly are hesitant and closed off when dealing with others in sl is because they are in protection mode. There are a lot of shallow people in Flavah 25

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