I’ve been exploring the world of Steampunk a little recently. On first glance, it simply looks like a form of Victorian costume play, but on closer inspection it seems to be more about an attitude; a state of mind, than how you’re dressed.
Having said that, the idea of introducing Victorian and Edwardian elements into my style is interesting and it does seem to lead to you making more of an effort. I find myself liking pocket watches and the idea of wearing a waistcoat, I’m also finding myself leaning towards the older methods in other areas; but more on that another time.
It also seems to me that the attitude is one of building and modifying things yourself and using more durable items and technology, there is an avoidance reaction to mass branded things and a desire for the craftsmanship of a more by hand approach. This is something I can relate to, and I do wish things were built to last and were more repairable these days. I think those days of “mend and make do” will return as resource shortages start to bite though.
The Brass Goggles site is an excellent place to start looking and it seems that there is a lot to see, Amazon have had some business from me as I explore the fiction and also the music.
There is also a strong Steampunk presence in Secondlife, look for “New Babbage” and “Caledon”.


I’ve had a little time off from work this week, so as well as my favourite holiday pastime of not getting out of bed. I spent a little time asking and maybe answering a question. What good is Second Life and can a person who is interested in spiritual awakening make any use of it? I think the answer is a definite yes. Read on…..
enjoyable, as I found more hidden nooks that I’d missed. I think that this island just shows what can be achieved when someone thinks creatively, further, there are examples of architecture on this island that most visitors will probably never get to see up close. I’ve illustrated two of these in the screenshots, but there are more. Second Life has been criticised for being frivolous and of little value, but I’m finding that it can provide new and interesting ways of putting information across. I would never have had the chance to walk round and examine the buildings and structures I’ve seen faithfully reproduced on Bodhi island with using Second Life.


