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The Gay Archipelago warmly welcomes two new sims, Pine Valley Resort and Pine Valley Lake to the Archipelago!

Today we welcome Geo McAuley, owner of the sims Pine Valley Resort and Pine Valley Lake -both recently settled in the new Gay Archipelago Reserve.  We caught up with Geo as he was preparing for his Opening Gala Event party this afternoon.

GR:  Geo, can you tell  us something  about your adventures in Second Life?

GM:  I started sl just exploring the various areas and learning the ways of the grid.  I have tried my hand at building, landscaping and owning SIMs. My first two years have been a roller coaster of experiences.   I am now putting all I have learned to create what I think are the most unique residential SIMs on the grid.  Pine Valley Resort is also the home of Ricochet's, one of the Premier Gay Country Music Venues in all of Second Life.

GR: Do you have an overall philosophy when it comes to Second Life and the time you spend inworld?

GM:  I come to second life to make true friends.  This is not always the easiest thing to do in this medium, but i never give up.  I want people to be happy and find my SIMs a safe haven from the hectic world of rl.  I have provided activities that you can enjoy wether by yourself or with friends.  We have Horseback riding, Ice Skating. and in the spring and summer, we will have canoe rides and hang gliding.  We also have numerous chat areas that can be used to chat with your friends.

GR:  What advice do you give new residents (noobs) when you are approached for help/assistance?

GM:  To live your second life to the fullest, that if you can dream it, you can do it.  I also stress, never give up.  Sometimes the game becomes too real, but there are always people here to help you through.  We are real people behind these avatars.

GR:  How would you describe Pine Valley Resort, Pine Valley Lake  and what goes on in those sims?

GM:  Pine Valley is a community set in the Colorado High country.  We have mountains, streams and lakes.  We are providing horseback riding, ice skating and free rent for the month of December.   I want to offer people a peaceful, tradional holiday season. Pine Valley SIMs will also change with the seasons to give a very special experience to the residents there.   We also are the home of Ricochet's, the hottest Gay Country Music venue on the Grid with the hottest cowboys!!!

GR:  What/who would you say is the one thing or person that inspires you to create the surroundings and events that take place on your sims?

GM:  I have always been inspired by Truck Meredith and Tymus Tenk who created Calas Ghaladhon SIMs.  I think they are the most creative guys in second life and can only hope to live up to their standards.  They strive to give people a great sl experience and that is also my goal.

GR:  You're freshly-settled in the new GA Reserve, but certainly not a stranger to the GA.  You brought your new sims into the GA - so, tell us what the attraction for you is to being in the Gay Archipelago?

GM:  I use to own a couple of SIMs in the GA and was very proud to be a part of the GA community.  I have since changed my venue and created Pine Valley to offer an alternative to the tropical theme residential SIM.  I want to bring special events back to the GA that are different and unique.  I want people to be entertained and I love being a part of the gay community here in second life.

GR: Do you have anything additional you would like to say to the Gay Archipelago Blog readers?

GM:  I would hope that you will come on down to Pine Valley, take a walk around and check us out.  We have a number of cabins for rent, so check them out, December rent is free so you can get a feel for the surroundings.  We also have special events planned for the future so stayed tuned.  Pine Valley SIMs are open to the public so feel free to hang in a stress free environment.  And don't forget the HOT! Cowboys at Ricochet's!!!!

Thanks for your time, Geo.   You are most welcome as a member of the Gay Archipelago!  I encourage eveyone to stop in to check out both beautiful sims Pine Valley Resort and Pine Valley Lake.  Please welcome Geo and the residents of the sims to the GA!

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