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Melodee McDonnell’s Birthday Bash

Well, on Monday evening, March 23rd, 2009 we celebrated Second Life singer and performer Melodee McDonnell’s birthday with a surprise bash at CTM Underwood’s New Hope Village (CTM is also a great SL performer).  For the first half of the party we were entertained by HammerFla Magic and during the second half by OnlyHalfCrazy Gumbo.  The musical entertainment was terriffic. 

Quite a number of Melodee’s fans and friends showed up to enjoy some company, champagne, and, of course, cake.  That was, anyway, until Rain Allen and DAM Schmooz decided to hijack the cake and hilarity ensued between Rain digging in the cake and DAM burying his face into it.

Melodee was completely surprised, with several ‘OMGs’ being heard around the room.  Melodee is shown below next to Teddy…..

Hammer filled the room with his great voice, eerily reminiscent of a Glen Frey/Don henly mix and his song list was a mix of standards and some oldies many had not heard before.  He treated Melodee and her very able assistant, Trishia O’Donnell to a cover of “Wind Beneath My Wings” leaving not a dry eye in the house.  Make sure you catch Hammer sometime…truly one of the best in Second Life.

 

During the second half OnlyHalfCrazy brought her combination of cajun roots and popular music to the stage.  OHC is always a crowd favorite, especially when accompanied by her singing hamster.  You can catch OHC at a variety of SL venues, so make sure you give her a listen.  That two of Second Life’s best performers would honor Melodee on her birthday is a real tribute.

Here are some othe snaps from the party:

Melodee was accompanied by her daughter, Cataleena McDonnell, who is also a singer but not yet in Second Life.  Perhaps if I nag Melodee enough we’ll see a duet in the future.

So, HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Melodee!!!

Be sure to watch for Melodee McDonnell performing live in Second Life, and check out her profile for her RL CD which you can purchase.  IM Trishia O’Connell or Melodee for future performances.  Melodee is, in my humble opinion, the BEST performer in Second Life.  Give her a listen.

Well, let me know what you think…send in your comments.  Those of you who were there plase leave some comments as well.

As always, Harleydoc….

A Word About Content

Ok, so this is the last “Word”…well, for today, anyway.

At no time will The Wandering Avatar blog publish any articles, reviews, testamonials, comments, or other communication with its readers that is deemed (by me or Crystal) to be singularly sexist, racist, threatening, or otherwise “anti-community”.  This includes graphic descriptions, graphic photography, or materials of an adult nature.

Here is an example.  There might be a post reviewing a music venue, like the Black Horse Cavern Tavern in Lil Slurgis, which also has adult dancers (strippers).  The discussion of BHCT may mention the dancers, and they may be shown pole-dancing dressed, but there will not be pictures of naked dancers.

Also, TWA will NOT review, highlight, or otherwise promote ANY Second Life places that promote hard-core sex, gratutitous sexual activity, bondage, domination, activities with animals, etc.  You get the drift.  Any content that specifically aims to degrade or humiliate women (or men, for that matter) will be summarily excluded from coverage.

The folks at TWA are not trying to be censors or keepers of the moral code; rather, this is intended to be a PG-13 blog with content suitable for nearly everyone.  Those wishing information on any or all of the above topics can certainly do their own exploring within Seconnd Life.

HarleyDoc

A Word About Identity

A quick word about identity within TWA is necessary.  Because personal anonymity is one of the lynch-pins of Second Life, it will be protected with The Wandering Avatar as well.  At no time will anyone’s true name, photo, identity, place of residence, employer, etc. EVER be used in a post.  This is true even if that information has been provided by a resident in his or her profile.

The guardians of TWA are asking you, the blog community, to fiercely guard this as well by never including real identity information or photos in any posts, e-mails, or other contact.

Second Life residents are ONLY to be identified with their Second Life name even if a resident requests that information be provided.  The TWA blog is not a place for personal self-promotion, and certainly not for personal exposure.  Comments with this sort of information will be deleted automatically.

Second Life residents who wish to contribute articles, reviews, or other travel writing are asked to religiously guard the personal identity data as well.

Just thought we should be clear on this from day 1.

HarleyDoc

Welcome to The Wandering Avatar!

Hello fellow Second Lifers…and welcome to my new blog.  Unlike many of the Second Life offerings, The Wandering Avatar (TWA) is neither a “how-to-do-it” blog nor a personal trek through Second Life.  Rather, the TWA blog seeks to be an in-depth look at places, people, and activities to be found within the virtual community.  An electronic “Frommer’s” guide, so to speak.

TWA is also not a place for reviews, endorsements, criticisms, or other catty chit-chat.  When highlighting and discussing places to go and people to see, the writers and contributors of TWA will, of course, give their opinions, and rightly so; however, the purpose of this blog is to inform, not to persuade or dissuade.

The content of TWA will include descriptions and pictures from various Second Life venues, covering everything from entertainment and attractions, music and art, education, and even the corporate world.  TWA will interview interesting people, from street people to residents to performers to perhaps even celebrities. 

TWA will also be on the hunt for gorgeous terraforming, exhilarating places, and exciting architecture.  Because Second Life is so texture-rich, part of the mission of TWA will be to highlight the artistry and talent of the residents who have created this sparkling panorama.  Readers and followers of TWA are highly encouraged to suggest subjects of potential interest, as well as submit their own submissions for inclusion in the blog.

Because TWA should be a ‘living’ blog, recorded offerings will be provided when possible in order to supplement and enhance the narrative.  Video footage of events and audio recordings–primaryily of live music gigs–will be included with the posts.  In addition many pictures and images will be provided as well.

As TWA gets rolling, a companion podcast will be included in order to provide a ‘human voice’ to the written page.  Again the companion podcast will cover similar content and a review of recent posts.   

Alas, a final caveat.  As this blog develops, and hopefully thrives, the opportunities for advertising–both from those inside Second Life as well as outside–will surely arise.  Please accept my assurances and promises that only quality advertising from sources related to the mission of TWA will be accepted.  TWA readers will never be subjected to meaningless advertising simply for the sake of making money.  Integrity will be the watchword.

So, Second Life travelers, let’s start out on a journey of discovery, new friends, and, of course, FUN!

HarleyDoc Outlander