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Girl in the mirror  -
i look at the girl in the mirror
and i see someone beautiful
a precious gem a reflection of beauty
i look into my own brown eyes
and i see strength
where there’s strength there’s beauty

i look at the girl in the mirror
and i see who i used to be
but then i see how i’ve changed
i see how much i’ve grown
how much i’ve matured
how i grew more confidence
how i’m no longer afraid
to look at the girl in the mirror

i look at the girl in the mirror
in my eyes
my reflection shows no less
than pure perfection
i look at the girl int the mirror
and i’m proud of what i’ve become 
-malika giddens

Truth, I have a lot of catching up to do.  I didn’t think I had the energy or inclination to start a blog.  It’s been a difficult month, which I can get into at a later time.  But in doing the last challenge for Miss Refined International,  I had a reflective moment and saw the growth I have had during my time on SL.  Not just appearance wise, I mean lets face it anyone can have a beautiful avatar, but when I saw my old pics it took me back to those days.  Days when I saw SL only as a diversion. SL can take you on an emotional rollercoaster ride. From laughter to hysterical all in a day.  But in living each moment you learn and you grow.  Having  also been part of many wonderful charitable events in SL, it has been an overwhelming experience for me to see the good that can be accomplished here.

 What does Miss Refined International mean to me, I suppose I would have to say recognition…recognition of my strengths and courage.  Recognition that no matter how audacious or meek a challenge, I stepped up to it and confronted it.

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