3rd Meeting

So Mary and I discussed that we will now be meeting at a nice quiet place called Mill Pound. We shortly discussed that we will meet here unless we needed to go somewhere else. We still are not for sure that whether or not we will have a set schedule for meeting each other. Both of us are very busy!

Thesis Statement

Topic: Architecture

Thesis: Incorporating architecture into a second life involves construction of an idea, a theme, and the process in which the building is built.

Thesis Conversation

Today around 9:15 or so Mary and I discussed more into our own main points for our thesis statement. We went over our topics to get a full understanding before writing my thesis. She helped me choose main points: Construction of a building, the Theme, and Process.

The First Coversation

Today Mary and I went to Virtual Harlem, to discuss our topics with each other. She seemed to be intrigued by the entertainment topic, and she thinks it won't be that difficult. I chose my topic to be Architecture soon as though I am majoring in it, and I thought it wouldn't hurt if I learned something new! After choosing and discussing on how we were going to organize our papers, we went over to the slideshow and began to reread the thesis sections. We thought it over and even ran through the examples, and we both thought it would be easy enough to compile some main points. After almost 20 minutes of meeting, I logged off and she continued to talk with other classmates.

Exploring the Second Life

LET’S TAKE A HIKE

So throughout my journey of Second Life I have came across some interesting people, objects, dance moves, and places. I really enjoyed the assignment because it actually gave me a bit more practice on the virtual world, and allowed me to enhance my skills. I now believe that I can efficiently Walk and Fly! I did have a bit of trouble, but managed to get through it allowing me to complete the assignment. The places I went to visit actually were places that symbolized something in my “Real Life.” I hope you take the time to read the captions about each location!

Peace Park was a nice and relaxing place.I believe it had a church , and quite a wonderful taste of landscaping. I noticed the flowers and the water fountains.It's weird how I notice simple things, but sometimes I feel the only things that matter are truly simple. So as I came across this Park I had a friend come along and she helped me to figure out the picture ordeal. We decided the gate entrance to the park was a nice spot. I made sure to include the water fountain in the back of the picture as well as part of the plants shown in the park that stood out to me.

Second Life Resource Center gave tons of info from economics to business and legal matters. I noticed as I first walked into the place that there was a freebie link, which I am always looking for. In this building they have a desk just in case you needed any assistance. I took a pic outside the building with two other friends just admiring the long pools.

I also went to the Espana building and it held quite a bit of Spanish information. It even had a few pieces of art. The reason I decided to go to the particular place is because it is part of my heritage. Me and MU went to March of the Penguins although it might sound dumb it was pretty cool. The Penguins were really moving and making noises and stuff. I did not really learn anything because when it comes to some animals, I know quite a bit.
I went to Apocalypse and it seemed pretty ghetto to me. Dark and gloomy, with almost like a gothic appeal. I did not stay long, but it sure had some interesting people. The first individual I encountered her hair look as though she just got zapped by electricity. As I made my way around for a bit, I noticed everyone seemed to be paired not 3 not 4 but 2. Odd observation and maybe just a coincidence, but I saw what I saw.


The next place I went to was the 2nd Live Reflexive Architecture. I chose this spot because I want to be an architect someday, and I thought it could possibly brush up some old skills on reflections and things of that nature. I loved the area and at first some of the pieces seemed too abstract, but then I felt like I understood what was going on. There seemed to be a jumbo foot piano, but you couldn't set the notes off, they just automatically did it. I liked when you walked down the hall the reflections of messages came above your head as if they were moving. That is the key of an optical illusion.
Last but definitely the best Themiskyra was the neatest place yet. It was like a small Amazon city, and had quite a bit of neat things such as a little pool, but could very well have been a little bird bath or something. I got to Themiskyra and it seemed to be a huge maze until I figured out where I was going. It is a group owned area, and it is actually up for grabs (For Sell). It seems enchanted, because as I was taking my last steps in the region, the broom to my left was up sweeping the floor without someone there? WEIRD!

Let Me Introduce my Second Self

SO FRESH AND SO CLEAN CLEAN!

So this is Kirk Mnemonic. He might come off as a bit "Gangster," but really he is an amazing guy. He has a nice golden skin color that goes great with his huge diamond necklace. He wears a t-shirt with denims, and a pair of sneakers. He loves meeting people and also getting FREEBIES! I have modified almost everything on my avatar. I didn't really make it seem to look like me, but more of a symbol of what I liked. Don't get me wrong, I do love myself! To elaborate more on the physical features, I gave him a broad shoulder appearance, with 2 guns and a six pack! Check Em' Out!

My avatar was not nearly what I would have pictured him when we first met. He wore the most ridiculous clothes and did not represent me at all. I wanted someone who could show others a bit of what I was about without completely giving my character away.

I love to go out and have fun. Partying is an occasional thing, reason being is because I am afraid it could get old fast. I love to dance and sing.

When friends first saw me on SL they liked the look. A lot of people made fun of the bling, but what can I say "My chain so heavy that my neck don't like me." Overall I really like my avatar and there are enough freebies out there that money isn't an issue!

This might sound corny, but it's cool how people here in SL do not stereotype as much as in the real world. I've not met a single person in SL that is rude. Everyone seems to love me! After all I do have my Mortal Combat dance which I have been obsessed with for a few days LOL.