I have a few friends who drink and do not smoke, I have a couple of friends (RARE) that have never smoked and  I have many friends that use cannabis medical and recreational. 
All is fine. I am not about to tell anyone what they can and can not do BUT - I AM more educated now on a few things.  I read in my book - living Buddha, living Christ - if you have never tried apple juice that how can you describe it? IF you do not know what you are talking about 0r if you have not experienced something then really - what can you possibly have to say about it? ESPECIALLY with Cannabis.  My Cannabis research brought me to Alcohol awareness.  I've had that apple juice. LOL - Oh, I drank long before I smoked - so I guess in MY case - Alcohol was my stepping stone. So drink or smoke - BUT don't dare tell me smoking is bad for me when you hold that toxic cocktail in your hand.  I am concerned now for many of my friends, I do notice that with age most of the drinkers appear to be slowing down naturally. Can't quite seem to do a hangover like we use to. I can tell you I am DONE. I shall drink no more. BUT perhaps my cartoons can save a few young adults from  such a harsh education - or at least get them to think. I won't lecture my friends who do drink - unless they tell me how bad cannabis is. 
There is NO comparison. Cannabis is a MUCH safer alternative to Alcohol.  FACT 
LIVING PROOF - Millions of us! So all we can do is spread the word, get more people aware of the lies and encourage them to find out for themselves. If they are curious they will look into it.  Sadly we are so 'saturated' with alcohol in our WORLD - It will always be a problem  It is another industry that makes $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ too much to just go away. 
So CHEERS! Think before you DRINK! 
*Last night I had a very bad brain attack. It had me considering waking up my hubby to take me to emerg. but the problem is they only last about 10 mins - PROBLEM!?  Thank God - they only last that long. Every time I have one that is that bad - after I wonder - what is going on? What is this? Why don't they know what it is?  Could it be from my past actions/habits?  I guess there is no point to that so before I drifted off I promised, should God wake me today I was going to DRAW! Draw and spend some fun time with my son who is home today! Breakfast - walk the dogs .. Thank you for another day.
Make a difference today -  Plant the seed. Help end the insanity and suffering for many. 
xox <><

Seriously, for years  when I say my name  "Georgia"  people  reply  "On my mind.." and usually break out in a song. The last person to do it was my Brain Dr. ;-)  Who can resist that Willie Nelson tune. Actually there are several versions out there, Willie does it best. Well Ray Charles is also sweet...    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Thls_tMuFkc

A while ago I thought of calling the strip Georgia... on my mind.  Then it changed to Pet Peeves.. Mood Swing (which I still like), Blah Blah Bog, Laughing Buddha and a few more in between.  Tonight thinking about things .  What's on my mind and the irony of the sometimes pain in my brain. That is it.   Georgia ... On My Mind.  That is the name of my strip from now on. The Happy Hippie is it's own as is Cultivating Compassion. They sometimes cross over. But that is o.k.  I'll draw a new header image soon.  
So On my Mind.  
I was just outside watching Hope and Scruffy who are becoming fast friends.  You can't help giggle as a puppy. It's energy and clumsiness  and soooo sweet. Every day she learns a new trick.  I am amazed at how smart she is. Sigh of relief.  So a intro toon. I am sure she will change as all my characters do over time but this is the first drawing of Hope.  The material on the other hand is endless. I Hope you like it. We do. 
Naked lady: After seeing her photo ( I have great FB fans - I asked and sure enough I got one) I won't post it here but if you watch the Naked News your going to see her give her interview. She was pretty and has a great shape and GOOD for her.  Originally in the garden of Eden, God decided we did not need clothing so (shrug) who am I to say. BUT I would not be able to do it! No panties even! In a crowd of 40,000.  I also think the times are not as innocent where there were only 2 Humans...  and I do think it somewhat dangerous. That being said If you go tit, flaun tit!
FB: Not a huge fan of Face book. I do not like when I see negativity spread at a rate that boggles the brain. ;-(  Today I touched base with someone I use to know. Joe Rock Head.
Like yesterday memories came back - all good . LOL -some really good ;-) (Long before Norman) So wonderful to see photos of him and his beautiful family. You realize how much time has passed.  It also was nice when he mentioned something I drew for him way back when. I forgot about it.  It has been my gift to people over the years. I've been blessed.
As for Joe Rock Head- So frickin happy for him and he looks blessed with his funky family,
Still the cool guy he was way back when.   The delightful side of FB.  
Hmmm... think I'll go reminisce some more. 
Hope: