Are you fine with the upcoming expected fine for cannabis?
My pal Crusty Rusty called me -"$1000.00 !! One Thousand Bucks if your caught puffing not he sidewalk! This is legalization?!" 
The penalty for using cannabis in public is up to $1000 for a first offense and up to $5000 for subsequent offenses.    
What a joke this is.. & I can assure you - I will be smoking in public on occassion- when I feel the need.  There is nothing like a good, strong bong hit or joint to slow down my twitch giving me a bit of a break & time when I NEED that break before I break.  Edibles help the body but don't have the effect I need when smoking/vaping *before I GO any further- I myself DO NOT like to encourage SMOKING with children - I don't draw it in the mouths of certain characters & do not like the fact that Vape pens are being glamorized' because I feel it will encourage more children to try & get addicted to  cigarettes (the kind PROVEN to give you cancer) PLEASE... Don't be a dick - Don't smoke in front of kids (cannabis included) if it can be helped & I've never nor will I ever smoke on a 'school property'.

​BUT- back to these fines- COME on! DO they think Canadians have a sticker that states 'sucker' across our forehead?  This will end up in court- why...  BECAUSE OF THIS:

When I was younger a boyfriend & I were strolling around the block at 10 p.m. he had an open beer - I didn't have anything  - a cop pulled up and gave him a Ticket for just over $50.. the cop was a dick. I lived 8 doors away - it was hot, the stars were out - obvious we were a couple just enjoying the evening (what ever- perhaps he was jealous). BUT the current fine for driving with an open beer/liquor in a car is  ONLY $175.00
What the FUCK? !   Cheers.    This almost encourages drinking & driving!! 

What is wrong with those in power - this is NOT rocket science.
This is NOT right. FIGHT it if you get a ticket for smoking a joint in Public.  
​I won't even bother to compare the numbers of deaths related to each substance in the cartoon - there is another reason Cannabis PROVEN less harmful out of ALL three- YET- the fine $1000. for a 'first time offence?! 
Which leads me to address - I'm pretty sure I STILL see people DAILY out & about smoking a cigarette including on school property. How much are people fined for the PROVEN cancer causing 'coffin sticks' costing out government already due to health reasons? LOTS.
Don't believe me? RESEARCH - Prove me wrong...  

My new book arrived BYW  (below) only  a few pages in & :  
I fucking LOVE it!  
Amen!  lol   Book review soon.  

The coffins have been picked up and I'll show you where you can go 'RIDE' one!!  
IF YOU DARE!!      lol - More SOON!

With TLC & THC
Georgia

                                               >>>Spill any paint lately?<<<   

Alpaca bowl for ya!!   Yes, I know it's been done but I could not resist- mostly because I have a friend Ezra : http://www.ezsez.com  who takes  amazing photos of Alpacas in Hats   Could you resist an Alpaca in a hat? Not me!!   This is for a  Georgia Toons cannabis Greeting card collection - one of a set I'm offering  very soon.
On the inside it will say :  "Alpaca Bowl for Ya!"  

Cannabis cannabis cannabis- everyday in the news NOW - with only 23 days to go till legalization - and I've got a cartoon started on my desk about it titled:
 'THIS is legalization?    
Phhhbt.. 

​Have you read about Shoppers drug mart?  
They will be providing medical cannabis - You don't say?  
Do you remember when they were 'disgusted' by the thought of selling cannabis??!!  
I DO. I remember reading about it & crying, at a time when I was facing backlash for giving my own son cannabis as his medicine & a family member comments on the 'Shoppers story'.  Hypocrites.  Now that there is  $$$$$$$$$$$$$ to be made they sing a different tune. I wouldn't purchase it from them - those who push opiates at the same counter, STILL. Please remember this, please consider getting YOUR cannabis from a dispensary - A CANNABIS dispensary.  Shoppers Drug mart did not care about our health concerns just a couple of years ago - why should we support THEM now? 

What an amazing, enlightening, refreshing weekend I had.  Norm & I  went to the Georgina Farmers Market, before I even was in I saw along time friend & was sad to learn her husband is in ICU & not doing well. Then as we were leaving I ran into another friend (actually she came up to me and asked if her daughter could pat Ginger- not recognizing me at first) from when  we use to work together at Spiago's - she is doing well after a battle with cancer - I came away thinking- this life- this life feels like it sucks some days - for many. 

I came away realizing I am surrounded by awesome, strong, kind, compassionate  real life warriors dealing with life - good & bad everyday-  they rise above and they STILL don't turn into nasty, hurtful f*cks  like some others I've met. ADULT bullies with nothing bette to do.
It's brought me to a conclusion - Kids need to know that adult bullies exist & bully other adults.  TRUMP.   NOW - teach them NOW.  Learn to deal with  & recognize  bullies as they are a fact of life.       & WOMEN/girls should NEVER send naked photos.  
BE AWARE!  My bullies thought I was "just another Stupid Canadian"  who never saved emails...    they were wrong. 
 
Yesterday, I blew Norms mind - lol  It was one of those moments - TIMING.
I walked into the garage & he was struggling BIG time with somethings just made -  he looked at me & said (sheepishly) "I made it too big..."  I took one look and said  "No you didn't, you are looking  at it all wrong.."  - I  walked over flipped around his 'invention'  and the two of us did a bit of maneuvering and  it worked!! lol  He was shocked - I had just saved him more work - he thought he was going to CUT it down to fit properly.. he looked and said:    "You are so smart.."
"I know... "  I laughed and walked away.     I love it when that happens.   hee hee hee
 
It's a new day!  I am choosing celebrating all those who choose to make life better,  easier & more enjoyable for others - including myself!  All who are helping end this Cannabis stigma with a positive attitude  - especially in Canada!   

                                                       Spill any paint lately?   

Next: This is Legalization?

With TLC & THC
Georgia

Today is the First day of fall - it feels like it- not yesterday.  Yesterday was hot with a wicked wind all afternoon- and it was LOVELY!  I read in the gazebo and actually took a dip in the pool - Sept 21 & the heater was OFF. Global warming not a thing.... right.  The winds turned into a tornado for Ottawa & Quebec - it must be incredibly frightening & would make one ask  (the one who's house was hit): why me?    I don't know ask Dorothy.

Today is the fall equinox a time to rejuvenate and align with the stars, it gave me my fall horoscope & I couldn't agree more especially on the  'bad medicine mades me stronger.'  I agree somewhat wit the stars - after all long before us people have used them for guidance  on several levels, I also find traits of the Signs usually common.  

​I started this new book which I was attracted to because of the cover- much like my art - I think it inspired the Faun  although there's been no mention of one as of yet.  All The Ever Afters..  so far so good.   I'm already excited, I ordered my next fucking book on line The Book Depository ! Can't wait till it fucking gets here! lol - They are fast & have free shipping. 
I'm quite faun of this Faun  (hee hee) surrounded by foliage - smoking a joint in the garden of LOVE. I guess Halloween being right around the corner is partly responsible, I've got Frankenstein on my desk NOW- when was the last time you watched the classic movie?  We did last night  WOW- I have a difficult time believing that movie was made 30 years before I was born! 

Above all else today is the best day of the year IMO :   It is my son's birthday!  
The love of my life is another year wiser & what a year he has had.  I won't be seeing him today - he's got plans with friends in the city  but I'll celebrate it with him later in the week.
I can't even think of what to say- other than I love my son and want only the best for him- always.. it really is that simple.  What mom is any different?  
To know he is in his element right now, working hard, excited for the future, meeting new people everyday - living on his own in the city - traveling - working in the cannabis industry, at  very exciting times.  I woke up today feeling happy because of Storm - he is very wise (I'm not just saying that because I'm his mom) & kind, I don't really think much about Storms future any longer  because it is HIS future - he has good friends, a great job & he tells me he is happy...        ​ I'm happy.
Thank God. 

Time to paint! What's your favourite Monster?

With TLC & THC
​Georgia

This is the only way I seem to be getting anything done today...       lol
Feeling  antisocial also which tells me it's time to tune out & toon in. 
Grateful at this point in my life I can recognize & accept this - and do exactly this.
Not to mention all the wonderful painting  I do.   ;)         My meditation.
Wait until you see 'Bitchy Witch,  Franky & his bride & possibly a zombie or two..

29 days.. I'll just keep painting & smoking cannabis anyway, nothing changes here' other than the date.  When I asked : What shall I paint to celebrate legalization??
Storm remarked:    All  of your art is celebration of cannabis.      
Storm visited and then treated me out breakfast the next day..    I love my son.  
Got my hugs, kisses on the forehead... blessed I am.
Have you been to the RiverEdge restaurant lately? The view is peaceful & the breakfast & service was fantastic. We ran into a friend I haven't seen in years, she admitted  she cried for a YEAR when her daughter moved out for school & she STILL has 2 at home, I felt better about only crying for 3 months.. lol
Storm just smiled.

Time to paint for a couple.. might start a canvas.
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With TLC & THC 
Georgia

I'm trying to catch every last flower before they disappear for the winter.

& this guy (below) is on my desk... not sure where he came from - he is enjoying  his visit in the garden as he loves being surrounded by greenery. 

With TLc & THC 
​Georgia

Will everyone be ready to celebrate in about 30 days!!!?
Let's hope it goes smoothly for all.. do you have your bong purchased? Papers ready?
The Kocky dog in Keswick has all the supplies you need.. there are many store across the GTA, I think you should grand explore all your options.

I was imagining who might not be able to use a bong.. and alas Space Money appeared.. not getting spaced out anytime soon though.
I follow the coolest Astronaut ever on Instagram... & I can't help but be proud of our Canadian representatives- like this man. https://chrishadfield.ca  A gentleman &  Scholar & Astronaut with a sense of humour.

I am watching Norm MacDonald on Netflix- I gotta say there is something oddly Canadian about it - like older Canadian shows with a low budget- but his one on one conversations have me intrigued  and his antics - do amuse.

I watched a movie yesterday called : MOM    on Netflix - subtitles.. This woman is my new favourite actress - an indian woman- I will look her us and watch other movies she has been in - I enjoyed this movie - all aspects and I must admit I would be like her I feel in the same situation.  Rape in India is a serious problem - it's a serious problem everywhere  #femicide
is a topic I am currently researching for material.. it's not fun.

It's another - ANOTHER balmy day in Ontario- I was so looking forward to fall- lol
 I'm tired of these hot muggy days now - who's looking forward to SNOW?  lol
Not Ginger &  Poppy.  Oh well time to put on my bathing suit & embrace this day!  
Do what you love!
Don't be a spaced out Monkey!

With TLC & THC 
​Georgia 

'The RCMP are by far my favourite police, the uniform the RED coat - is  'Canadian!'  You can't see a RCMP and not think of Canada- just like the Maple leaf and our parliament buildings.
 
Imagine being arrested by a Mountie.. they ride up on their horse, hop off wearing those tall boots, tall hat and red coat- woo hoo- it's a Canadian Harlequin Romance novel no doubts. lol  I am a sucker for the Mounted Police.  I didn't want to paint a human  so a bear it is.. just a young cub.   I like Canadian police, yes we have a few scumbags- just like everywhere else, like the one recently 'let off' by a judge who apparently sexually abused two women.. in exactly the same place & same way- WTF - what is with Judges- can they not be held accountable if  the person re-offends?? & this one who sexually assaulted his wives younger sister.. &  more we are not aware of- but I'd have to say I still feel safe  with our police, I still feel our police would help us & ARE good, helpful Canadians with good intentions.

https://www.usask.ca/diefenbaker/virtual-exhibits/bill-rights.php  Our Bill of Rights states I am a Canadian.. a FREE canadian:

"I am Canadian, a free Canadian,
free to speak without fear,
free to worship God in my own way,
free to stand for what I think right,
free to oppose what I believe wrong,
free to choose those who govern my country.
This heritage of freedom I pledge to uphold for myself and all mankind."

I am Canadian & Cannabis is a Human Right,  to FEEL good...  speaking up about it has also been my right especially when it come to those who have been incarcerated for something as harmless as growing & consuming their OWN cannabis.

I am Canadian  & I am free!    
I love Canada - I LOVE Canadians...  thank you for being so nice.
I'm really fond of Justin Trudeau too - as if you are not aware - he is as much a Canadian as I am and  I believe he has our best interest (his families as well) at heart. This is my Smokey the bear' in a way-  not meant to be derogatory in the slightest way - I love the mounties & bears, Canada & cannabis!  It's  tribute painting if anything- I DO hope the police USE cannabis - I know many suffer with PTSD & suffer with Alcohol abuse.  

I am FREE - lately I've been exploring a little more.. I have wheels and on good days I go!
I've got so much goodness happening - I just feel better all around about EVERYTHING. Stronger even.  Btw- Im sleeping better too - Ginger got her first official VEST today for walking- and that's what we are about to do on this HUMID, almost fall afternoon.

Whats your' intent for the day? The word has me thinking..
Do you have good intentions or do you have evil intentions?  
Evil, nasty  humans have evil intentions..  Ted Bundy is a perfect example..  charming & evil.

Some simply have  '0'  Integrity'..     eventually, everyone realizes it.
Don't be that person.   What are your intentions for the day?
My intention for today - SHINE,  SMILE, enjoy & paint the day away!

With TLC & THC 
​Georgia

With TLC & THC
​Georgia

Part One.. 'The Base' or 'fist base' - lol 
I needed a new bed. I was sleeping on a 26 year old worn, ripped, stained, the springs could be felt with every roll - it was time - & I decided for smaller bed.
Do you work in bed? I often woke myself up because I'd knock a book or something off my bed at night, drawings, pencils, snacks..  toy for the girls even kibble for 'Mrs. Poppy' -enough - I just need a good sleep.  Right?  So I started looking for a day bed- I've slept in one several times & had a more than comfortable sleep so why take up the room with another Queen that you don't sleep on? Twin for me  BUT... I couldn't find one I liked for under $1300.  and even then it still was not what I wanted.. I really liked this:

& EVEN if I could afford the bed- finding it and getting it here would cost me as well - so I decided to design it. I can do this because I live with a very talented carpenter- who happens to be my husband of 26 years & WE still try to live together, work together & make each others lives a little easier for the most part.  We certainly know how difficult it has been at times. So I asked  'would you? & he said 'yes*.  This is the base below - I can't believe how perfect it is to what I wanted so far! Solid wood with knots & it' glides as is I was playing with the puppy!!  & also treated myself to unbelievable sheets, a friend introduced me to GOOD sheets years ago -if you can afford them, I highly recommend it. I like at least 450 thread count - flannel & perfect timing - it was chilly last night.  I have stairs for the girls Poppy & Ginger - what a great sleep we had! Daisy on her new dog pillow on the floor.

I can't get over how much room there is with a twin mattress - it's just a mind set- big house, big furniture... 'comfort should always be key.  As you get older there might be many reasons you do not want to sleep with your partner - snoring is one of the most common reasons.  The arthritis in my hands is so severe if you bump them, even gently (why I don't handshake either)  I am jolted awake...  even Norm agrees he gets a better sleep now - it was difficult at first - the MINDset' that 'YOU must sleep together' is just that.
SLEEP where YOU sleep best.  This was part one.. the sides and back I have to paint.

I'm beyond pleased, I was touched... it really is lovely - wait until you see it finished.
I am very grateful & told him so...  he is too - look how much money I saved him! lol 
This was work AFTER working all day, and it went together like a puzzle, very well made with TLC - this is 'furniture... one that happens to be calling me now - lol ... come read, come snuggle, dream of what your drawing next!

Thank you to Norm - * this was fate- when he agreed to make my bed- he didn't have anything else to make really..  after I gave him my drawings & said I'd patiently wait a week (hee hee) he got an order for #20, 6 foot coffins..  which he loves building, 'Toe Pinchers'..
I looked at him and reminded:   Nothing gets done until my bed.  
Now  I'll take my time with the rest of the design and let him  build his coffins in peace.
I'll let him Rest in Peace.. hahaha    for now.

 Back to cannabis cards - next!!  

With TLC & THC
​Georgia 
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I still see this original drawing floating around IG so I decided to take the #redraw challenge for myself... & I love painting gingerbread - so why NOT!    Are you ready? Have you tried to bake with cannbutter - cannacoconut oil?  I prefer the coconut oil and I'll be baking some medicated mini carrot cake muffins later this cool September afternoon!  

Are you practicing your art?? It's the only way you're going to get better- work at it DAILY. 
I see a friend online - her work is improving in leaps & bounds - it's exciting to watch. 
Practice makes better- almost perfect!  NOT long NOW Canada! Get out you baking pans! 
Below the NOW & then of the same image.

Today- currently working n a SEXY Canadian Symbol - in my mind & the minds of many -no doubts..  hee hee and apparently one of the sexiest in the world- it's the Uniform- thats' for sure Eh!!  Can you guess?   

What are you doing today? Hopefully it's something you love to do... make the time.. turn off the TV- we only watch one movie a day (no other TV on weekends) * last night we watched 'Hereditary -I think Toni Collette is one of the best actors on the planet and have been following her for decades, there is a scene in the movie that Norm & I discussed this morning at breakfast - how intense & difficult - I was crying and had trouble breathing watching it & he also remarked how intense - it really stuck with us', it was heart wrenching - I don't have to tell anyone what scene it was.   Yikes- and you can IMAGINE how easily it can happen in real life...    & a 'not so' gentle reminder to be grateful for every day.
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With TLC & THC!
Georgia

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