I went to check the mail - still no mail delivery... oh well - welcome to relaxed...  then went to check out a store in town that sells pool tables - did you know they make an outdoor pool table? Now you do - as usual I asked the woman her name - since we are neighbors'
: Georgia.  No way! I'm Georgia too!  She knew... lol  it's rare to meet a Georgia'.
OH my gosh! Two  Georgia's in  Carnarvon.  Woo hoo - Who knew & she was lovely (of course).  I can't begin to explain how great it felt to drive down my drive way & see my son playing with the dogs! I already feel as tho life right now is perfect ;) - there he was!

We went for a drive, had a glass of beer at the local craft brewery (yes, I like the beer) then we took a dive  before we went for dinner to the Pepper Mill - which was as everyone has informed me - was very tasty - I had Pasta, Storm a steak.  Storm commented several times how comfortable he is here, good - exactly what I was hoping for - I hope everyone who visits feels the same... that they leave feeling a bit better than when they arrived. I know I felt better seeing my son. Dinner & he brought treats!  Nutty fudge (I had just bought some minutes earlier due to a craving) - his was unbelievable good - If you visit soon - you might get a sliver- lol. The sweetest 'Bird tea towel and maple syrup candy - mmmmmmmaple.  How - did I get so lucky?  That's how I feel. The dogs were thrilled too.

He's gone already back to the city & I can't wait till I see him again.  I was telling him  - I've never felt so 'content'... so at home. I don't want/need anything more... to have friends visit, paint, read, play with my girls - watch leaves, life is good.   I saw a humming bird & decided to paint one, luckily I found a feeder in a box that was still packed, I hope it uses it... although it does like my morning glories,  it inspired the painting you see- a little different - it pops off the canvas!

Tomorrow, I think I need to paint Daisy - she's just the happiest photo bombing doggen!
They think they are in heaven too! Wait until the winter!! Weee... It was a PERFECT day - ending with a night Storm - the rain kind- I can't wait to sit & watch it.

With TLC & THC
​Georgia 

It's raining in cottage country! I live in cottage country- I must pinch myself!
The mosquitos - actually  bite me enough - I don't need to pinch myself, long sleepwear (that covers my ankles) is now living attire, hee hee hee! Yes- I still love it! EVERY day- I've never had an 'Oh my God what have we done' moment - - but I've had countless  'Thank You God' for getting us HERE  moments.   It rained last night! We needed it- living in a forest -you start to notice when it gets dry - I can hear this big 'dead' tree (that Norm needs to cut down as soon as he get the opportunity) creak on the hot days - demanding our attention before it lands on the bird deck - other than that I giggled- it rains  on the weekends in cottage country for all the 'cottagers' that come up - they'll stil have fun!

I ventured out in Minden the other day and I absolutely thought everyone I encountered was wonderful! A neighbour drove by and yelled from his truck "How's Denny!?".. I thought for a second & yelled back  "I don't know - she moved!"  I realized he thought I was her.
lol - see I told you we resembled each other! He then introduced himself - he lives Up the hill &  has horses & yes I can go & take photos! I just might paint a horse one day.   In town I met  a few shop owners who also knew 'Denny - all confirming what I already felt ' she is a lovely human with a kind heart.. no wonder my studio is so calming - I was in there last night until dark and my hands demanded I quit - not my heart.

I found a cheese store in Minden- Yeah! The cheddar with carmelized onions- OH my tastebuds! It's a tiny shop tucked away full of delicious treats- so glad I found it right away  & the owner - I immediately liked him! One of those people I just want to hug- I can sense the good nature. lol I refrained as I am new to the neighbourhood. I tiny shop run by Betty (the dog lover) right next door - carries designer clothing - I'm treating myself to the little butterfly top' - I'll need something when company visits & I'm almost ready for company! Will you visit?

The house looks terrific - if I do say so - I'm officially unpacked - other than a few boxes with Studio stuff- waiting for a studio... the open concept makes me laugh out loud- for years my imagined dream home  has had to have a long hall to throw a ball - from my bedroom  I can throw the ball to the front door- WEEE - when the driveway is covered with snow we'll still be playing ball. A peek into  'my little wooden' studio - (below) - I find it bigger than the last two rooms - everything has been placed with TLC - while under THC- LOTs, I can't begin to tell you how much I love my little creative space - my work will speak for itself.  

I have noticed already since I'm not unpacking as much I am smoking less... because I am  content - happy even.   Interesting.  This home is my dream home, easy to clean,  all on one level, all the 'luxuries' of a house in the city in cottage country - even a dishwasher! (No, I don't mean Norm)  & on several acres...   lot's to wander & explore & be inspired by when I'm not painting.  Rodney (from the cheese store) told me of an ap. that outlines the property and I can put markers while I make trails & won't get lost - let the adventure begin! 

The tent for company is next.. we've just decided where it goes  &  need to build a platform, then we can at least offer guests a 'glamping experience' - if company wants to visit  but does not want to 'tent'  Minden is building a lovely new resort! There are also several tiny places very close that offer sweet tiny cabin rentals - until we can build a sweet tiny cabin for guests - it will have to do.  I would encourage all to visit  Minden - Halliburton and  Carnarvon (don't blink)  for the perfect Ontario cottage country experience - don't forget Kawartha Dairy- there is always a line up - I think that's part of the fun.   Today, it's cool - I'm listening to my favourite radio station Canoe FM & about to paint a humming bird with PINK/purple cannabis - different than usual.  Next a fish for a friends cottage.

What will you create today?  My words of advice this lovely Sunday:
Prayer changes things. 
xox 

Inspired by raspberry  bushes all over the property - green still, hopefully I'll get them when ripe before all the creatures. No, I've not seen a bear. 
Setting up my tiny studio has been  pure pleasure - for some reason it seems bigger than my last 2 rooms combined - perhaps it's the view!  There is still a few boxes - less than 10- Weee...  now I've time to paint.

The girls think they have arrived in doggy heaven & are settling in nicely & listening better! The kennel is being planned and installed soon, they need to be able to continue to go out & do their business as that's what they have known the past 20 plus years.

The mailbox is a 3 minute drive away, we finally have our keys! Snail mail welcome... I need to practice my fountain pen!  Everyday  is about painting now.. I promised.  ;)
My next canvas is a bird & cannabis! Can you guess?
Next - a little peek into my studio...  

Have a creative day! 
​Georgia

Finally I am painting.. still not started a big canvas... stll boxes to unpack.
I decided to paint a card to add to my Forever Grateful inventory inspired by ACIM,
because it's how I feel incredibly grateful, eveyday is a new blessing waiting to be discovered. I found Prayer Flags I'll hang in my new studio witht he view I have always wanted. I find rocks, Gems, stones all over - my own personal treasure hunt. 

I am tired tho & Scruffy who is determined to wander  gave me a good scare, thank God I got them all new collars with the new number as she was hitchhiking, not impressed and she is being punished by being kept on a leash, more upset with Norm as he spoils her & she never listens - like a toddler playing mom off of dad all the time... only her not listening to me here - makes her BEAR bait.  We're taking it easy - 3 boxes a day & the last will be emptied by the end of the week.   This past weekend we changed all the locks as we know ourselves many peole can aquire a key to a cottage over the years,   the last heavy items moved -now it's all about the details & why not place everything with intention. TLC.

Above all - the Peace has me at Peace & I'm not struggling with the wifi hickups ' there might not be wifi for friends, lol. You really do get a digital detox & it feels fucking fanstastic. I decided to paint a bear first in the sun in the woods, not very big on canvas. Out of her cave...  ready to explore & that is what we do every day.. each adventure shows us new plants, moths, butterflies, dragonflies, leaves, rocks.. clouds - it's endless.
Bird- bird is in his element, he flies all over the house & in his cage to rest & sleep he is the LAZYest  little EARLY Bird - ever  lol- we are always up before that bird!

Care to see what I painted.. it's at Forever Grateful Greetings.
Care to see my new Bear? You'll have to come back to check in a few.. I plan on taking my time - new time zone- Peaceful Forest time.  I still have to get my plants for my patio,  maybe I'll wait till next year.  


With THC & TLC

Two nights ago 'At Last...' by Etta James played on my comp (only music I've had) and I belted it out! AT last... My love has come along.. the forest, bluejays & dragonfly!  
I've been offline till today- which was perfect for unpacking. Almost done!
The bird deck was a priority (of course) & it took the bluejay alomost a full week before they tried my nuts... which drove me a little nuts.  lol 
I wrote this earlier:

About the move.. our son Storm when his dad said “I have to look into getting a truck” - said: I’ll look after everything.
  
 I was too busy packing to think about it honestly & left it to them… the morning of the move I was up and had my truck packed at 7:00a.m. with my giant snail strapped on the top of the boxes - soon after that Storm arrived with a trailer & friend & co worker Brian whom I now call Woody due to the resemblance to Woody  the actor - not the toy… they started to load the trailer, I left with one friend Geoffrey following in his pick up.
Many smiles and a few waves & someone yelled out “Gary!! You’ve got Gary in your truck!” lol - Garry from SpongeBob - I knew who he was talking about.  I was at the empty house for what seemed only about 2 hours when they arrived!   Storm, Brian, Mike & Justin (all work together & all friends) & they ALL ROCKED! I was blown away… I went to get takeout at the local Brewery & restaurant ‘Rhubarb’ & by the time I got back they were almost done unloading!  & gone shortly after - now that all my fragile items have been packed & not one singe Royal Doulten finger was broken- lol  everything  has arrived safely.

I know they are hard workers but talk about impressed! If they were professional movers I’d be raving to everyone to hire them but they are ALL Growers - hard workers.  Growers in my experience are such good guys I believe it’s because they care about a plant..  I have to thank Kevin also- where would i be without you!? Still in Keswick - lol    The overwhelming feeling I have since we arrived is:  LOVED.

THANK YOU!  THANK YOU!  Thank you!

You will have no doubts when you drive up this driveway this house belongs to artist(s) 2. 
A painter & a woodworker.  Norm is just as excited  - in ONE day what we accomplished - we ARE an amazing team. lol  Little arguing - amongst all these boxes - wow.  I feel at Peace!  I wake up smiling & go to sleep smiling - it’s so dark! 
Let me tell you about my first “blonde” moment - I was in bed  looking out my windows - watching countless fireflies  and  noticed the light on the railings and plants on my bird deck out my window.. but it’s SO dark- I must have left an outdoor light on…  I don’t know where the light switches are yet & no, I did not think to have  flashlight, I went to turn off the light that was clearly still on lighting the bird deck… stubbing my toes, tripping over boxes only to realize after checking all the lights - It was the MOON! 
LOL - I tried to turn off the moon.

I giggled myself to sleep.

I know this is where we belong I  thank God for putting these people in our life - on our path, who helped us get here- more than I realize.  

 The dogs & LOVING it, of course.
I still have unpacking to do before I start to play- and my studio is just setting up! I can't help it - I end up outside in the beauty called my backyard - it's so hot today - my house feels air conditioned... yet I find I am already imagining the fall & winter - in our new home.
No internet was nice - no Trump - lol  Who knew these tiny things could be such big blessings!
I have it now thanks to a wonderful young man named Rob - & our first visitor to the property -the dogs approved too. Back to work - Boxes still to unpack! 

with TLC & THC 
​Georgia

My hands are sore, my psorisis bleeding, I barely made it in time this morning (if you know what I mean) and I feel as though I can vomit- Im' so elated I also can't sleep. Elated.
Happy.  Thrilled even. 
lol 
Friends took me for coffee & we sat at the beech looking out at Lovely Lake Simcoe, which I am about to leave. Keswick is beautiful it's easy to understand  why is has grown to what is has as fast as it has & will continue to do so - for a young family living in this house it's going to be awesome! To know kids will enjoy the pool again - makes me feel joy.  My friends reminded me of the many friends I have been blessed with over the years... now though, is no time to tear up - it's time to: BE here NOW and focus on all that is going right. 

All is going right - right now. Our son is healthy, happy & doing what he loves  surrounded with peole he really cares about & enjoys their company. Norm loves his current job - it's been the most difficult part of all of this but he is excited to work in his own shop & do what he loves without he drive to the city & else wehre every day.  I am grateful God keeps promises. We are grateful for this house that has kept us safe & shared many memmories for 26 years.

We are grateful to depart & create in our new space, under the circumstance - I'm amazed we are getting along as well as we are  & I remember - not only is it our new home but it's also our 27th Anniversary.  The same day!  The agent choose our move in date- we were so preoccupied - it took moment to register.  Talk about celebration! 
Luckily, our son will be around too!!

 "27 years of marital fucking bliss!" you will hear me say to friends - then laugh... right.
27 years of work & counting.

It is what we have found to like & respect in each other that keeps us together & yes, that is work too but the reality of all this is - I can't imagine doing it without Norm, & he - me.  
We are a team.  We do know how to 'create' well together - look at Storm - hee hee!
& we do work well together & inspire each other in many ways because we know each other so well.  Yes, he is a handy man &  I'm no dummy.  ;D
​I know it's not ever gong to be "perfect"  -perfect in a marriage, relationship does not exist - except in Gods eyes - are we all perfect - the rest of us tent to judge...  just a litte. 

Off to the forest we go - the handyman & I go to continue to chop wood & carry water, build, create & paint! Weee!  Right now tho- I can't do anything... God wan't me to nap  ;)
Sounds Good to us.

Forevergrateful cards had to be packed- I can't wait to start more.
Thanks for your patience buds.

​With TLC & THC
Georgia 

For my American friends -  Happy July Forth!  
I hope your president doesn't ruin it for you but that would be wishful thinking. 

My apologies but I'm not feeling very patriotic USA..
INNOCENT Children in a prisons, bodies washing ashore, animals abuse at an all time high, Protests - beating neighbours up, many in masks (fucking pack mentality) and most still focus on Kardashian underwear $$$ while the King of clowns wants a parade! Weee
Not my circus not my monkeys - If I had my paints - I'd paint that CLOWN riding a giant elephant with a bunch of clowns surrounding him.  His daughter on his side juggling all those balls  (eeeheeem)... terrified horses (shot to make way for more cows/MEAT) pulling circus wagons of cages full of kids.  July 4th parade brought to you by taxpayers - demanded by the president... sounds like some other country to me lately, are Americans learning to speak Russian or Korean, I wonder.  

I realized something about myself...
Ageing gracefully' does not apply...   Ageing Gratefully, is more like it.  

Time to tune out & turn off  (literally) - frankly I'm super moody anyway- seriously, I had no idea NOT painting effects me to this degree - I feel as if I am wasting time - all the time... not able to get my balance is throwing me off balance -  recognizing it & trying to 'zip-it...' especially when it come to dealing with Norm - who is equally as tired, no doubts. Surrounded by boxes, beyond tired - I do see the light in the forest tho..  soon I'll be sipping my coffee with deer.  Time to  unplug so I can get the last of what needs done - done! 
It's official - Norm & I went up to sign for our new home & met our new lawyer (which I liked- whew) haha good for me & him! lol  I took a few photos one selfie that Norm photobombed - lol  hee hee hee   I was in full twitch but smiling anyway! & I love this photo- it's 'us - On the road again...  both very excited.  We visited the little town & loved every inch Norm of course has the lumber store location memorized & I found a sweet little gift store, exactly what I'd be looking for If I needed a little something special for someone - the best little bakery - right up the highway,  go the other direction & a neat local craft brewery with terrific pizza & an even better view. Weee...   All I need is my easel & paints OH MY!

The photo above is me trying to figure out my cell phone (I'm going to try to self portrait it) which I have now for when I am out and about in the forest & driving a bit further for supplies... Ginger see's herself in it - she also interacts with Storm the most when he face-times.  Storm is already regretting me getting a phone I think - lol & has to had to explain to me (a couple of times) how data works & I'm guessing Norm will - after he gets the first bill... 
The cute photos of the doggos - can wait when on wifi. Got it.

ABOUT DOGS: WHAT are you feeding YOUR dogs? READ HERE.

with TLC & THC - LOT's of THC currently.  Thank God.  
Georgia
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Wow - Alexa just informed me Bruce Linton has been let go.   
Bye Bye Bruce - thanks for helping change history!
I'm kinda disappointed  for whatever reason, I liked the 'story - the history & the growth...'
I'm sure he's far from retiring.  I Painted Bruce as the Willy Wonka of Weed to celebrate Legalization when it happened... I don't know if he was pleased I never heard.  
I'm guessing  - he was. lol 
NOW, he can't participate in the cannabis industry - in Canada...'     interesting.
I can imagine he would be  sad/disappointed  after all he has accomplished - I'm sure he will continue to accomplish more... else where & I wish him continued success.

Ontario - Toronto is getting more cananbis stores! The lottery again is up for people to enter to open a dispensary - good thing- SINCE  the most complained about company in the past year at the better Business Bureau in Canada was the: Ontario Cannabis Stores. Go figure.
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Apparently Cannabis use has increased by 40%    & there is still a stigma- fine.
​It takes time...  many still say they "don't want  a co worker to know they regularly use Pot"
well I guess most people don't admit to others how much alcohol on a regular basis either. 
It's understandable - I don't know about the rest of you but I am proud & grateful for my cannabis use & never ashamed to let anyone know.   The other day meeting our lawyer - I decided to wear mascara..  after several attempts and a large sigh - I HAD to go & have a bong hit - just to get my eye to stop twitching long enough to apply  my mascara.  Stress is at an ultimo high - although it is good stress, I would NOT be packing ALL these boxes without cannabis I can tell you that.  It's not about getting high it's simply about functioning some days.  Have I started to walk down the street smoking a fatty - no - not quite. lol  

I was sad to read they rounded up over 300 Canadian Geese On Canada day to kill them- God forbid they are pooping on Golf course. WTF?  What is wrong with people? Birds are struggling- global warming - but no they are upset with the geeze - how do you think the geese feel not being able to lay their eggs in nature- because a CITY is on top of it.  I read they cover eggs with grease so they don't hatch (insert crying emoji here)   :(
They want to try to use the geese for food for the poor - which I know they can.. I know someone who does this and told me goose jerky is delicious - I'll pass.
Denver- you just lost my tourism $.

Happy Cannabis  times Canada! 
Puff Puff Puffing along!

with TLC & THC
Georgia 

It's time to change things up! 
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                   Weeeeee... into the forest I go to lose my mind & find my soul!

Look at all the many different leaves in one tiny space... imagine the possibilities!
Different shapes & Different shades.
Each lovely & useful it it's own way. 
What secrets they hold for improving our world... we don't yet understand.
Just Like Humans.

Different shades & shapes..
Makes Canada what it is - Absolutely BEAUTIFUL.

                                   `Green gradients glisten graciously, God.
                                                                                            ~Me.

Happy Canada Day! 
I cannot pack all day & paint all night -  pack I must! 
It has been an enjoyable process for the most part...  I've had friend offer & help & thank you - other than 'memeories at a time when you are already emotionally & physically tired- oh well...  good & bad - I thank God for them ALL.  As usual Storm is supportive & tolerant of my outbusrts, moodswings & occassional rants & messages.. & typo's.  ;)

Like this a.m. when I found out Norm had over 20 orders for coffins & props - e mails he's not seen because he never checks his WWW!  He was shocked - one person from  Georgia  is interested in Nightmare Before Christmas prop - our last Mayor also sold to an American (shipping was not cheap) & this is Norms dream come true too..  to have some time to finally build & focus on his own props.. after the 'to Do' list is complete .  So he better learn to check his email... in his spare time.  
​I shall try to assist.

After my initial - rant- "I have to read his e mail too now!!?"  
Norm was very excited to know he's had that much interest.. not me, I know how talented he is & I do tell him all the time.  When he's not trying to push my buttons by sending a TEXT:
Please, bring me  beer.  
He knew it would get a reaction and was laughing as soon as he sent it.  
Typical Canada Day - 27 years later.  The only missing element is Storm.
​I miss his cooking too- lol  
I am grateful this Canada Day.
 
I LOVE Canada - I do think it is one of the best countries in the world with one of the best world leaders who also loves Canada.  A editorial cartoonist has been fired -Michael de Adder  in Canada for drawing a Trump toon... I would  give him a medal &  will say thank you!  IT was fantastic... right to the point.
One door closes more will open for him - Perfect editorial cartoon of  what many of us do feel is happening currently - nothing.  & he plays golf as Americans beat themselves up at protests and humans wash ashore like dead fish....   Fore!

I need to draw - I can not deny - I admitted recently - I feel a bit grumpy because I can't paint.. it's my meditation - napping more seems to do the trick - lol 
I have been sketching tho... maybe it is a good time for me to draw a few editorials..
let off a bit of steam. 

Very excited to see a new view of Canada from my living room window... Eh! 
Soon Baboon!!   -Bird chirps!  lol 
Bird is excited too!  ...the little creeper is reading over my shoulder again.
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Happy Canada Day
With THC & TLC

Georgia