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Happy Halloween!

30/10/2012

My dog Hunny. ❤

Happy Halloween!
Tomorrow at midnight! October 31st, 2012
I shall draw for the cartoon above!
The original! Whom ever from where ever may enter. The internet has connected us with people from all over the world - so I figure the contest should be open to everyone.
I pay shipping too.

To enter:
1. You must be Subscribed on my GeorgiaToons page
2. You must share the cartoon.

That's it.
We will check to make sure so don't forget to do both. The cartoon is just for fun.

Because legal or illegal - Life should be fun.
xox Happy Halloween!!!
Actually... I will let the winner pick from ONE of the cartoons posted here. ☝or ☟

I'm only an elected official!!

30/10/2012

The making of a mayor! We had to make something to put out this year to say there is NO Halloween! I thought the mayor when he says "Jack!? No Halloween? I'm only an elected official! I can't do it on my own!" Perfect!
I drew a sketch on what I would like the prop to do and then My hubby works his magic. I really do get all the easy stuff - he does the body, figuring and mechanics if any. Wood, foam a lathe, nails, glue and staples, paint, plaster and more paint and many hours of TLC and you have a Terrific Halloween Prop! It goes from the garage to the kitchen back to the garage too many times to count! Tequila has loved to watch me craft for years as you can see. ❤ She finds it relaxing to watch me because I believe she feels my peace. I am at peace when I create.
Norm is already trying to figure out how to place him so no one steals him. We have decided he will sit just in front of the garage with some candy. He will come when it's over and then where will he go - I've already lost 2 rooms in my home to Halloween Props! Norm said - In the living room! ... I don't think so. ;-)
The more I think about Halloween it really makes me sad. I am going to miss all the kids
"Hey Miss Peschel! I still have that fish you drew for me!" "What's new this year?" "Will I be scared!!?" " Hey remember me!? Last year I was batman!" Hee hee hee.
Now with the all the terrible weather- it is really a good thing the display did not go up- it would have been hard on it - with no dry days in between- not to mention not so many trick or treaters!
Oh well, somethings can't be helped. Just imagine how amazing NEXT year will be!
If you do venture out Have a Safe Halloween! Here is a link to our Mayor - video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rPH7AtNUvs&feature=youtu.be

To see more you can visit my Hubby's page! P.s The coffins are all sold out! http://www.normansworkshop.com/halloween.html

It's that time again...

29/10/2012

Health Canada.
Those words as a Canadian I would THINK would be someplace I can count on - to get help. Ha!
Here I go again. Every year we have to do the paper work.
Nothing has changed.
Our son still suffers with a terminal illness & in my case I have gotten worse this past year- clearly with surgery just around the corner. Today the timing is appropriate for what ever reason - only 11a.m. and I'm ready to go back to bed, head pounding, twitching and sick to my stomach. Counting the days... 15! Medicate and nap soon.
So on top of all this I now have to fill out the paper work get the Dr. to sign and hope I get it all back in time - before surgery - just in case I'm not feeling so great and need to get it out of the way now.

BUT WHY!? If I was using morphine/Oxy/prescribed pain medication from a pharmacy - would I have to go throguh this every fu%^$#@ time? Not just my son but I know so many people now who are - terminal, have cancer, have a hard time just functioning, most of them are NOT going to get better. Many have difficulty just LIVING! What has happened to compassion where it is needed most with HEALTH CARE?

To make people suffer and endure added bullshit over a plant does MAKE ME ANGRY!
Changes MUST be made! With our Health care system - and Cannabis. End the bullshit by decriminalizing and let people and Dr.s do what they want! A Dr. SHOULD never be made a criminal for helping someone. I DONT want pills. I'm worried about what Im going to get after the surgery - being even 'aspirin free' for a couple of years.
With all the horror stories I am hearing - seriously ill people who can not find a signing Dr.
When all this stated I did not believe in paying a Dr. to get your license. But after meeting people who have cancer, serious illnesses and their Dr.s refuse to sign because of the political crap that accompanies the paper work. People are being forced to look for signing Dr.s who charge to help them. I understand.

I still don't agree with those that just want to enjoy the herb and go to a Dr. to get their license. To me it is almost a sign of cowardice. Stand up for what you believe in!
VOTE and THANK GOD you are not in the company of the sick who seriously NEED cannabis to make their life liveable!

WHAT happens between you and your DR. Should be between you and your DR.
He is the one with the degree. Not Health Canada or any other government agency!
Part of me wants to say I'm done! I'm done with this paper work! I have a right to feel better, be better, my Dr. agrees. I don't need Health Canada or anyone else to tell me I can't use a PLANT to do that. ARE we hurting anyone??

I will get it filled in an mailed out. Only because I am under a 'bit' of stress and don't want to add to it at the moment. I am very tired of it. BUT if I don't- when my paper work expires I instantly become a criminal in the eyes of the law - Really. That is disgusting.

I know what I would like to say to them. Not any 'one' person - as I understand we all do what we are told but as far as I am concerned - as a whole, MMAR and Health Canada need a lesson in compassion and HELPING Canadians. Read the story below.
Who will you turn to when it happend to you or someone you love?
http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/article/1278841--health-canada-brushes-off-reports-of-serious-side-effects?
Health Canada should be ashamed of themselves and clearly if they are not looking after my best interest - that of those and my family, friends - fellow Canadians... WTF should I show them any respect? Clearly they don't care about us, the article above with all I have learned the past four years is more frightening than any thing else Im sure to see this Halloween.
☮♥☝

Thank you God

28/10/2012

Let there be no confusion where my loyalties are.
I thank God ever day for Cannabis.
I thank God every day the second I am awake.
I said when Storm was diagnosed with a terminal illness was when I started to pray but that would be wrong.
I started to pray when he was a baby and he cried and screamed for hours on end.
When we could see his pain.
I prayed. I begged. I promised.
Tell me you would do different.

Norm and I were at the ktichen the other day and I asked , do you wish we didn't go public with all this and he instantly looked at me and said "How can we not? We saw from the first day how it made Storms life better."
For what ever reason we are here. By the Grace of God.
Our son is doing amazing right now! Mentally and physically he is strong. That is with nothing but Cannabis in his system, controlling his pain.
Who else should I thank?
The government? Hell no.
The system? Hell no.

If you believe in God, the bible and you try to tell me that on the very first page - God forgot to include a > * < regarding Cannabis :

1:11 And God said, Let the earth bring forth grass, the herb yielding *seed, and the fruit tree yielding fruit after his kind, whose seed is in itself, upon the earth: and it was so. *Does not include Cannabis.

GIVE me a fricken break.
Who should I thank? Who do you thank?
I thank God, you can thank who every you feel you need to thank.
God, Mother Earth, The dolphin gods( for my pal Ron ;-)), Evolution.
Thank you sun, soil and rain! ☮♥<><

EVERY single seed IS planted for a reason.

Work together, ONE love.

It's a sign!

27/10/2012

Do this don't do that! Can't you read the signnnnnnns... 𝄞
Cannabis is a hot topic. Some do NOT want it legalized - like those that are already profiting from it. Criminals, politicians, law enforcement, alcohol makers and distributers and *Pharmaceutical companies. It would seem if you watch and read that the majority of the human race want's cannabis to be legalized or better yet- decriminalized. Everyone knows someone!! My hunny and I ended up going to a sweet little tea/art/antique house for tea today and got into the conversation with a few lovely ladies about cannabis and Crohn's disease. I know about crohn's from people who have it and have educated me on their cannabis use. So many people tell me that the medications they were on were killing them and giving them no life what so ever. I KNOW what Cannabis does for pain, we have witnessed it first hand with our son I KNOW what cannabis does for nausea, twitching nerve head pain and depression. IT eases every one of those symptoms for me.
The one woman told me something during conversation and my brain instantly went TOON!! TOON! lol I had to interrupt her for a piece of paper so I woud not forget!
I'll draw it tonight I think.

People can say what they want but the signs are there. People are talking, people are tired and everyone knows someone who uses cannabis. It does not seem such a big deal. Times are changing and I am hopeful. I really do believe everything happens for a reason. WE went in to see the place - started talking about art, that turned to Mural cartoons in the local school (which I did years ago) was then asked- what do you do now and then it begins. I AM very proud to be a cannabis cartoonist. If you ask I will tell you.

Norm and I enjoyed our visit, nice ladies - intelligent conversation and great tea!

My botox I believe it gone. Yeah!! I hope out of my system... although I have the feeling after a few years of regular injections it takes longer. I have a smile back (sometimes) and my face does not feel numb, my eye closes again - the down side the pain is sure more intense and the twitch once again - constant. Triggered now by talking and eating,
which I am doing less of both! LOL Only a couple of more weeks I tell myself this every day a few times a day. A few days ago I felt so bad I actually considered calling my Dr. and asking for a pain pill. - Then I gave myself a slap- plugged in my plenty and set a timer so I remembered to medicate every hour! It keeps me drawing and crafting and the occasional load of laundry is getting done! Better than lying in bed feeling sorry for myself!

Thank you God for this plant & for providing us with compassionate caregiver -who really cares, it is so sad some of the stories I hear about Dr.s.
My life would not be what it is without it.

In preparation for my recovery I am lining up some really fun and exciting drawing projects!! So not only am I excited for the surgery! I'm already anxious to get drawing after !
xox <><
*Pharmaceutical companies are not profiting from Cannabis and that is why they do not want it legalized. More people will switch over from pills - how can they not when they learn the facts.

Terrific T!

24/10/2012

Time for a little T- alteration! I have so many tops with little blops of paint on them, I often add or bleach or tye dye to hide or repair. Being an artist it comes with the territory so I alter rather than toss!
Thank you to ReLeaf magazine for being the 2nd to carry the craft features! I have already had positive feed back on the Halloween craft, confirming it's time! Time to get Cannabis where it should be- accepted as a normal part of life for millions around the world. Recognized as a medicine - like so many others only this one is less toxic and won't kill you. Out in the open.
NOTHING to be ashamed of!Cannabis is our medicine! Thank God!
Have fun! Make your own T-shirt and then wear it LOUD and PROUD!

This is an easy craft and if you have a few T shirts! Go crazy! All it takes are a few items and an idea! How nice also to wear your own art instead of someone else's. I had someone suggest to try this craft with real leaves as well - I guess you could! It is also a great craft to do with little ones. They can tape a shirt - no pattern needed - let them go abstract! Then stand back and spray! (Always use caution when crafting with little ones! ) Remember to spray at MIST setting and lightly - you can always go back and spray some more. When I first tried I had too much bleach and ended up with holy mess after it was all done! It also was a bit lighter after it was washed. For an even softer look add more water to less bleach. The only other key of importance is rub on your tape! The harder you rub the edges the stronger it will be with less bleeding when you remove the tape! Make sure it is DRY before you remove the tape!! As you can see (below) Tequila kept me humble and told me she much preferred my T as a place to rest her furry butt...

Angry bird.

23/10/2012

I saw the beware sign on PIN and it gave me a giggle.
I decided to make my own version.
I was inspired.
<< I also really do find this very funny.
Not sure why. You might not find it funny.
To each his own.
Most people would be o.k. with that.
You say 'tomato', I say 'tomato'.

You say pills I say plant.
That simple ;-) Not hurting anyone.

One Love. xox <><

Cannabis safer than water? You tell me.

21/10/2012

Recently someone posted this and I thought whaaaaaaaa..? Yes, thats right! I had heard about this. Drink too much water and you could die. Smoke too much Cannabis and you won't die but hopefully you'll have a really good sleep. Read:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_intoxication
There is a joke - I've drawn it before (posted below) that many Cannabis users have tried. Suicided by cannabis - not happening. Common sense. Where has it gone? How can we be throwing people in jail, taking their kids from them, ruining their lives, losing jobs for something that is less harmful than water. If cannabis were decriminalized and recognized for what it is - a plant. This planet would be a little more peaceful. How could it not?? Think about it.

Decriminalization or Decriminalisation is the abolition of criminal penalties in relation to certain acts, perhaps retroactively, though perhaps regulated permits or fines might still apply (for contrast, see: Legalization). The reverse process is criminalization.

Decriminalization reflects changing social and moral views. A society may come to the view that an act is not harmful, should no longer be criminalized, or is otherwise not a matter to be addressed by the criminal justice system. Examples of subject matter which have been the subject of changing views on criminality over time in various societies and countries include:

When you look at the number, the failed war on drugs, the terrible excuses for using cannabis against specific minorities - it is time. Forget legalize - Why? So big pharm can then come in a make you $$$ from the plant. Or the LCBO turns CCBO.

The right thing to do would make it what it is A plant.
Let humanity decide for themselves, Over something less harmful than water!
xox <><

In God we Trust.

20/10/2012

Yesterday was not a great day. I woke up at 4, full twitch and it did not let up till 6, and back again at 8. Some days are worse than others and I have no clue why. I was asked out for lunch and although I said no, not to go out a few times.. we ended up going out.
It's hard enough when you don't feel well but when your face is contorting and you cant even get through a meal without thinking you head might explode (for a few moments anyhow) I DONT want to go out. Some days I wake up and feel good and usually they can be good days.. I'll still have my attacks and by the end of the day I am exhausted but at least I wake up some days and feel good! Today appears to be one.
Thank God.
At lunch not feeling well, nauseous and my head pounding - something was said.
I was not impressed and decided to walk home. I left my friend and walked home.
At some point I had another attack and started to cry partly from pain and partly for feeling sorry for myself and kept walking.
I saw a penny and picked it up.
two more steps and saw another and picked it up...
saw a 3rd and picked it up and started to smile.
A long time ago I was told a story I think by my friend Cathy about the rich man that picked up pennies and someone commented on how rich he was - he did not need to pick up pennies.. but he did because pennies remind him every time he see's one IN GOD we Trust. AS they say on every American penny. So that stuck with me. 3 is also my favorite/lucky/signifiant # - for a few reasons. I then continued - realizing it was a beautiful fall day! I would have never went for such a long walk voluntarily but with the leaves, sunshine and warm fall air it was a blessing is disguise!!!
Think about it when is the last time you saw a penny? 3?
I made it home and went to bed. The pain did not get much better.
Storm came home with some Monkey picked tea for me! LOL - toon on the way...

I know the intentions were good.
I know too that had I not been feeling so shitty I might not have walked out but I did and glad.. sometimes it is best to walk away, for a little while anyhow.

You know to you they are just pennies - what ever - it was enough to trigger my mind out of what I was in and onto God and hope. So who cares if they were pennies or acorns!?
What ever it takes. xox <>< I am thankful for my faith- you have no idea! ❤

Craft class 2!

19/10/2012

I had so much fun the night before I had to do it all over again! I had 2 pals come up and visit me from the city Marie & Aline, and normally we just sit and chat because they are not artists.. but I thought - forget that! EVERYone is an artist!
Everyone has the desire to create!
So I was ready! Hee hee hee, as you can see from the results above! We made stuff! LOL It is not about skill it is about the act of creating, talking and making something. To make all the crafts above would cost you less than 20$
Maybe even less if you already have a few wine glasses and mason jars around! And once you have the initial craft supplies - all you need is a surface to paint!

Nothing is safe in my home. In the past I have painted: Window blinds, appliances, shoes, leather jackets, garbage bins, plates, wood, paper, canvas, trees, fences, props, glasses, clay even People and pets! Scruffy was once a easter egg for halloween blue with yellow dots. (Food coloring ;-)) I love to paint, craft but I love to DRAW more, the thing is with crafting you don't need to draw.
Marie and Aline had fun yesterday and so did I! How do I know they had fun? LOOK at the crafts! Poor Aline's kitty-lol will be brushed to make a fur top for her jar! These two friends do use cannabis medically. So there was that happening too in the room.
The day before -out of courtesy for my non-smoking friends I left the room, - in my own home, because I have respect from my friends. They don't smoke and I never smoked cigarettes so I can relate. I am very much an anti tobacco smoker. If I had a boyfriend who smoked -he quit or I dumped him - I also knew when he was ready to dump me - if he started to smoke again! hahaha!
It was a fun day again with laughter, good conversation and ideas to be had! Marie is also my assistant and friend so we had some EXPO talk too!
What have you got to do today?
At some point when you think of turning on that weapon os mass distraction - the T.V. - think again and craft! Stimulate your brain! xox <><