Holiday Wishes

Dear Blog Readers,

It seems hard to believe that 2012 is really drawing to an end - and, despite oodles of information to the contrary, the world is still ticking on and we didn't all end.  In the hustle and bustle of work, family, and holidays, it's nice to sit back some and reflect.

My mind spins to realize that, a mere twelve months ago, very few of us had even met.  It wasn't until 8 months ago I met the first of what would spawn the Sass Pack, and months later before the concept of Sass really solidified.  Since then, three groups related to Sass have spawned, we've lived on four different sims, and we've become fixtures of so many places that it is hard to even contemplate, let alone numerate.  Moreover, between the Pride and the Lions, I have met some of the best people I will ever know in my entire life.  Despite protestations to the contrary, it is quite possible to love from a distance, and to love deeply those whose true faces you don't see, because I know what is there inside.  Laureena, Lola, Sangrelle, Tiamet... you have become my friends, my sisters, and fixtures of my heart.  And no, I'm not going to call out everyone that has found a way past my numerous barricades, or this post would become much too long to read.  Suffice it to say, my heart, though tenderized, is the fuller for the time spent in sl and the people I have met there.

Some may be tempted to gloss over the bad and say how wonderful 2012 was.  I'm not about to dish that kind of bullshit at you, readers.  Like every year, parts of 2012 left me questioning my sanity and wondering if I could pull through.  Choices were made, good and bad, and I have grown as a person because of it.

But what I do know is how thankful I am to know each and every one of our regular readers, how touched I am for new readers who have actually read this far, and just in general how all of you have changed my life.  So I want to hope you all look back and see how others have enriched your lives - no remembering the bad!  That can stay in the past - and look forward to 2013 with hopes, dreams, friendships, and love.

From all of us here in the Sass Pack, I wish you the happiest of holidays, a very merry New Year (with the kisses - if not more - for those you most hope for ;) ), and let you know we will see you in the new year, back and roaring as loud as ever.

                                                                                With Love,
                                                                                              Soka

Sass Swarm MM run 12/27/12

 Okies Y'all i know it's been a rather dead month, and am sorry. here's today's mm run ^_^ hope we can lock some of these tonight ^_^

D&T Designs 14/50 Wild Panther Outfit 14/50 Gorean Free Woman Gown Bronze http://slurl.com/secondlife/Taryatu%20Chulutu/219/218/109

Silks Silks Silks by Cleopatra Inc 2/20 mens outfit named free 2/20 Satine Silks Cameo(also presents under xmas tree if you missed them)  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Iniquity%20Bay/64/222/31

Wishbox 12/70 Short teal dress named Reveries http://slurl.com/secondlife/BraveHearts/144/159/30

Creative Chaos 14/50 mm exclusive color Leilani Silk(I would LOVE to see this one lock) http://slurl.com/secondlife/Milda/198/205/510

Temptress Designs 6/45 Blue Egyptian Silk 5/45 Red Camisk http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hamers/215/165/802

Kirina's Creations 9/50 cream harem silk also mini mm's that flip once locked only require 10 slaps a piece(one winner on these quick to flip boards each round but can flip it easily) http://slurl.com/secondlife/Vallecito/114/81/22

Sweet Lies  11/70 Giselle 11/70 Yaiza 12/70 Laura 12/70 cold wind boots (unisex) 12/70 Jane http://slurl.com/secondlife/Akhsharumova/228/10/82

Gem Designs 2/30 Amour Camisk in Wine http://slurl.com/secondlife/Ardingly/171/14/64

Delicious 16/50 Yamile Pembe silk 16/50 Koora Brown camisk/kirtle http://slurl.com/secondlife/Barbecue%20Caye/208/78/22

Sass Swarm MM Run 12/11

Short run today, not feeling so well, but that's ok. Last board was hit around 10am slt, so the numbers have likely risen. feel free to check them out and try to get some pretty new outfits ^_^ Hope your Month is going well, and THANK YOU for joining us for the fun!

D&T Designs 31/50 diamond & Lace Neglige Camisk/jewel thong and bra, 31/50 Flight/ a feather and hide shortie silk  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Taryatu%20Chulutu/219/218/109

Cstar Limited Skins. Miss Sagittarius Skins 126/250 & 126/250 Peacock & Blue Silk. http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Jasper%20Island/61/109/108

Silks Silks Silks by Cleopatra Inc 1/20 mens flaming heart medallion 2/20 Angeldust Aqua womens Silk  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Iniquity%20Bay/64/222/31

Wishbox 13/70 Persephone Silk in Black http://slurl.com/secondlife/BraveHearts/144/159/30

Creative Chaos 17/50 mm exclusive color Leilani Silk http://slurl.com/secondlife/Milda/198/205/510

Temptress Designs 6/45 Short black sheer mini dress 6/45 dark green half dress/silk http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hamers/215/165/802

Kirina's Creations 7/50 cream harem silk also mini mm's that flip once locked only require 10 slaps a piece http://slurl.com/secondlife/Vallecito/114/81/22

Sweet Lies 8/50 Lady Undershirt 8/50 Aradia Silk red 9/50 postslave red outfit 7/50 afrika boots 9/50 huntress outfit http://slurl.com/secondlife/Akhsharumova/228/10/82

Gem Designs 3/30 Amour Camisk in Wine  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Ardingly/171/14/64

Delicious 22/50 Illargi Ruby(do they call this stye chalware?) 22/50 Mariam BLueberry (vine option, and 2 ways to wear the camisk) http://slurl.com/secondlife/Barbecue%20Caye/208/78/22

An interesting look at M/S relationships

I'm looking into a variety of types of books to read, So I can share a variety of perspectives with you. Every author has their own thoughts about various situations, and some are better for helping to create a positive outlook than others. I was both startled and pleasantly surprised by the book am going to tell you about today.

Bran's Story
by Maculategiraffe
141 pages

Book one of The Slave Breakers. Which means that there are other short stories in this series that we may soon be hearing about. When the author calls these Slave Breakers, it's done in a whole different light than I had expected.The piece is a pleasant example, in my opinion, of a m/s relationship start. At least for one that is based in a fictional situation. What I find very appealing is the clear poly type relationships displayed positively in the piece. Specifics as to how they work are a bit unclear in the first piece, but perhaps in the others it becomes clearer.

But one idea that is expressed over and over is that honesty is very important. It's expressed frequently in the piece that you should tell the other person in the situation when there is something wrong. But that you ought to pay attention and watch for changes in behavior that may signal that there is something wrong. After all, just because you enjoy something doesn't mean that they will.

Another aspect covered in this piece is the idea that trust can be mistaken for love. Of course the two are not exclusive emotions in any way. But in a master slave relationship the amount of trust needed can lead those involved to believe it is love. As a slave or servant the main goal and desire should be to please the master or dominant in the situation. The most appealing way to do this is to truly have the desire to please them. Loving someone is often one of the easiest reasons to have for wanting to please someone else. But we are also reminded that some relationships are only what they are, nothing more or less.

The idea that some relationships are more than fleeting is also expressed. Age is no barrier, emotions and feelings can overcome that. Although the story focuses mainly on a m/m m/s relationship there are a large number of other elements in this piece to provoke thought.

A slight spoiler. The term "Slave Breakers" doesn't really have anything to do with the actual breaking of a person in anyway. They're trainers, and their goal is to help figure out how and why a salve is having issues.

Light Reading

Or also known as a slight change of pace. This month am sure a lot of us are going to be spending a decent amount of time with our families. We are likely to get bored, annoyed, and just want some sort of entertainment to use as an escape hatch. Second Life isn't always an option in times like these, but reading can be. So what does this mean?

It means that I've gone and dug my nook out and I'm going to be sharing some thoughts on a few different books, novella's, and short stories that you may find interesting. I will say before hand, it's likely a number of the things I may mention you may not have heard of. Why am I saying this off the bat? Well, I have a habit of roaming the internet and checking out different websites where authors offer their work up for free. As a way to get people interested in their writing.

Also this month is December! Which means there are a number of holiday affairs going on in world! So if you find something that you'd like to share with the rest of us, we are always happy to have a guest blogger. You can share just about anything, just as long as you enjoy it. Just contact us in world or by email.

Thank You for joining us!
~Tia

Sass Swarm Run 12/6

Today's run provided some surprising finds. A few stores have moved recently, including Libby's and Kirina's. Some have added new boards, or new items in the mm's. As well as a few different lucky dips. But I think my favorite surprises were the new group gifts that were out at Delicious and Creative Chaos. Be sure to go check them out in your travels.

First Run  Post was at 8:28 AM Slt, while the Last Run Post on this list went up at 9:04 AM Slt. That said the board counts may likely have risen. Please feel free to post to the Swarm group in SL if you find another mm you'd like to see locked, as we're all looking for a variety of items to help enhance our second lives and role play. Have fun and thank you for checking in with us today!

Wishbox 5/70 Persephone Silk in Black http://slurl.com/secondlife/BraveHearts/142/161/30

Libby's role Play Enhancing Props has moved, but they've still got they're lucky letter board running http://slurl.com/secondlife/Red%20Hot/81/119/801

Creative Chaos 15/50 Leilani Midnight Mania Exclusive Color Silk, also new group gift Kayla gown in teal http://slurl.com/secondlife/Milda/220/204/506

Painfully Divine 3/50 Garden Girl Slave Bed 4/50 Gothic Master & Slave Cuddle Rug 3/45 Knit Kirtle Brown 2/10 Naughty Redstar Camisk http://slurl.com/secondlife/Painfully%20Divine/83/172/23

[Void] 25/150 Annie Wiggle Skin in pretty flesh tone http://slurl.com/secondlife/Montier/208/159/3190

cStar Limited Skins 131/200 Miss Sagittarius - Caramel 131/200 Miss Sagittarius- Storm http://slurl.com/secondlife/Jasper%20Island/190/61/23

Temptress Designs 3/45 Red Camisk 3/45 Blue Egyptian Silk http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hamers/212/164/802

Kirina's Creations 5/50 WHite Harem Silk, also has 7 new mini mania boards with various silks in them with a lock point of ten, mini mania party anyone? http://slurl.com/secondlife/Vallecito/118/77/22

Sweet Lies 10/70 Lady Undershirt fat pack 10/70 Aradia Silk Red 10/70 Postslave with Birdhouse backpack 10/70 Afrika Boots 10/70 Huntress Outfit http://slurl.com/secondlife/Akhsharumova/234/6/82

Pekas Designs 46/150 black ball type gown with white damask detailing 50/150 white Panther(?) outfit 32/150 Mens Black Warrior type 33/150 blue/black mens fighter type http://slurl.com/secondlife/Beach%20Shores/207/85/2043

Gem Designs 1/30 Amour Camisk in Wine http://slurl.com/secondlife/Ardingly/166/17/64

Delicious 19/50 Samsara Fucsia Silk/Camisk 20/50 Sam Ta Blue w/backpack http://slurl.com/secondlife/Barbecue%20Caye/207/78/22