As things would have it - I spent today at Maryholme - and there was no more beautiful place to spend the morning with the first snow. Wish I had my camera. Chatting with Jane - homemade squash soup & a bit of Christmas decorating, I can not wait to get my tree this weekend. I had gone the last two years without a tree... 
What a wonderful day.  Inspired, it is time for a new  'Laughing Buddha' birthday wish... 
Tomorrow December 1st! Wow this year flew!  
xox 

Stages of cannabis awareness..  I have smoked cannabis off and on through out the years since my late teens. Admittedly  cannabis was not my drug of choice it was alcohol.  
I started to learn about Cannabis - when it became my son's medicine and I have been learning ever since.
~ At first we all have the "stoner/hippie" flash backs  funny things said or done and visions of Cheech & Chong. There are giggles involved, it's only natural! The reaction and the plant.  ~Then you start to read about all cannabis does and there are times even though I have witnessed first hand how it helps with my own sons pain- your still doubtful. How can one plant do so much!?? Help so many for so many reasons...
~Then education & research I was reading - the cancer cells that it kills in the brain, how people over and over say it helps get rid of their skin cancer, helps with all sorts of pain - in many cases where  serious prescribed narcotics would not.  Facts, scientific research - from ALL around the world. I am shocked that I have not heard and read of this sooner. Partly my own fault - ignorance on my part  and of course no thanks to the media. 
~Understanding. WOW.  This plant is really all that it is,  more than anything else it is 
'A PLANT."  A plant that people are being put to death around the world, punished for using it,  having their lives destroyed - having simple rights taken from them. The first right of a human to live freely - enjoy everything and to be able to make oneself feel better - physically & mentally.  With this realization came a feeling of sadness. Sadness at those suffering physically, mentally  and socially because of Cannabis - or rather - because of Cannabis prohibition.
~Anger.  Anger is what I feel now. Anger that we have added stress in our lives because on our sons medicine- that eases his daily pain!  Anger that so many who are suffering can not find a Dr. who will prescribe them this medicine - really - a plant that we should all have access to - we should all be able to grow JUST like EVERY OTHER plant on the planet! I am at a determined stage. Determined to help spread the word.  Determined to make people think.  Determined to help other parents.  Determined to share the truth.
What stage are you at???  A quote to think about ...
"The world is a dangerous place. Not because of the people who are evil; but because of the people who don't do anything about it." - Albert Einstein
xox <><

We all have lucky days - but I believe if you have faith - eventually - every day seems lucky LOL. Rabbits feet. I admit when I was a kid they were all the rage! I would walk to the corner store and I believe they were only .50cents  I also had to have them in every color. 
 It is only NOW that I realize that a rabbit was killed for his feet.  Really- it just never crossed my mind like that before.  Same thing now I have no desire to wear real fur - I do like beaver fur - but at the expense of an animal being killed? I can pass.  I do eat meat- not much  and applaud vegans who can do so! I try to eat more vegetables. - It's all about choice, It is a blessing to live in a country where we do have the choice!  Imagine not having such a choice - This weeks toons - twitsted as it seems will go for a few bunnies to send to Asia   http://www.gfa.ca/gift/browse/from-the-stable/   $50 for the original and WE will send some bunnies to help support, educate and feed  a few people.  I love bunnies but I love people more.   I don't know why I draw what I do - ideas just come to me and I thought this one was cute. Imagine what that bunny would say to you.  I've given up my lucky rabbit feet,
I don't need them I have faith!  
I would like to say THANK YOU to Mike and Denise who purchased the CHICKENS!!! 
It's Monday and this past week I am thankful for:
-Sending chickens to Asia! ;-) 
- My great Dr.s who help and encourage and try to figure stuff out
-My friend Cathy  who I always have great conversations & laughs & lunch's with
-Tony - who volunteers everyday to teach us TaiChi
-singing monks, who make my days a little more relaxed. Om mani padme hum...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iG_lNuNUVd4

back to drawing - xox <><

Ahhh.. coffee and my morning paper in bed (thank you Norman) Only to be shocked into reality this early Sunday morning.  I just read NEWT Gingrich  is a president hopeful
 - PAY attention people - you who will vote for your next president!
***In 1996 He introduced a bill calling  for  life sentence for anyone who imports 2 (TWO) ounces of marijuana into the U.S.A.   AND  the DEATH Penalty for repeat offenders.   Are you paying attention?  EVEN if you do not use cannabis - imagine how this could effect you - someone you love. 
I believe in God.  Apparently so do many Americans - to the point where they just passed in a bill that they keep the saying "In God we trust..."  
http://www.georgiatoons.com/1/previous/3.html
   O.k. tell me - how do you think God is going to feel knowing that people are put to DEATH over a PLANT that he put here for all of us to use!??   SERIOUSLY, think about that.   If you do not believe in God  ~ to be put to death over a plant!?  THINK about that!  Death - Not for murder, rape, child abuse, human traffiking - I wonder, will people be given a life sentence for importing humans for slave labour in the the United states??  Will they be given the death sentence for repeat offense?  I can only believe if this was his stand in 1996 - that with that kind of a mind - his intentions will only be worse now.  
So keep an eye on Newt.  Or be prepared to watch loved ones die. 
Over a plant.  xox <><
Just read this on Newt.. a few days after this post: http://www.deathandtaxesmag.com/163854/newt-gingrich-medical-marijuana-is-a-convenience-that-must-be-stopped/    How can this man even be a serious consideration?

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO SMOKE your medicine.  Many people think right away how can medicine be good for you that you smoke?  Well for one there is all kinds of proof - facts - that smoking Cannabis is not harmful to you - like Tobacco. Check out a few of the Documentaries  I've posted on my cannabis awareness page to educate yourself on that topic..  but you don't have to smoke it anyhow. You can vaporize (my son's preferred method) or use a bong (still smoking) or eat!  OH my goodness can you eat it!   I have tried so many different things  made with Cannabis, I  like to try because I can't believe it's Cannabis!  I ask my son just for a nibble to taste and he usually shares, just a nibble.  You would have no idea - my husband can confirm - as he has unknowingly tried cookies and 'tootsie' rolls.   With 'Medibles' as they are called,  you need to practice - start with little nibbles wait some time until you see how exactly it will affect you.  BUT just to give you an idea we have tried cotton candy, bubble gum, cookies, candies, cinnamon toast, pasta sauce - IT is limitless! What ever you cook with butter for one - you can use Cannabutter. I see so many terrific recipes with all the magazines my strip is in.
Thank Goodness that there are some wonderfully talented people out there baking up a storm! (no punn intended) I found this site today and NOM NOM NOM - can't wait to bake!            Check out this one:  http://www.yellowjuanacake.com/category/recipes/   
The photos had me drooling and I must say - the photos, posts and directions professional, easy and appetizing! I plan on making the baked pears & gummies!!   Thank you to the talented 'Cake' for sharing her gift with all of us.  I can also tell you off the top of my head that we have tried edibles from the following and I do recommend:

How many times have you heard cannabis will destroy your life, rot your brain, you'll never amount to anything. When people stop blaming the plant and blame the person we will all be better off. I know now that it is a terrible thing to tell your kids -lies - Cannabis is evil - because what happens is they try it and soon realize that is  in FACT not evil or deadly - most with access to the internet are in FACT realizing it is quite the opposite. SO when they do try - then they might think to themselves.. Hmm perhaps Meth is not so bad either.  BIG difference!  This toon shows just 3, 3 people who admitted to Cannabis use  (- some more than others)  that did IN FACT go on to be quite special and incredibly successful!  The president of the United states!?  Now if ONLY he would stand up for what he believes ;-( 
STOP the lies.   
If your teen does smoke Cannabis - GET OVER IT!  I could be worse. THEY could be drinking and driving.  I read of a young lady who killed herself after her mother had been made aware that she was smoking cannabis. There are much more serious problems to worry about - how about just the rise of teen suicide? But to blame them - tell them they will never amount to anything? WTF?  Over a plant. That is the crime.  Not the use of a plant that perhaps brings them just a bit of peace and relaxation and fun!  YES fun is important. Teens and young adults have even more pressure of on them than ever before.   So - This one is just out the window.
I know many many successful people - who all smoke Cannabis. 
If you go nowhere with your life you have one thing to blame... 
YOURSELF.  

xox <>< 

Reading the headlines every day I see yet again "police bust Cannabis factory". Other terms are Grow houses, Grow Op. Cannabis labs!?  I know that there are cannabis warehouses and Grow factories - most of them illegal. I have also said it before and will say it again I DO NOT agree with people who rent homes and turn them into grow houses - illegally. ILLEGAL is part of the problem. In my opinion I believe that most of these places are 1/2 assed and not alway safe because they have to be sneaky about it. They also do not care because they are renting. - IF they were legal - chances are it is then an investment and people want to do it right.  Legal medicinal growers - MOST of them that I am aware of, have only a small room/tent set up with a few plants. NOT everyone you read about is a GROW factory. If the government  really cared - then they should BE concerned about Meth labs.  Growing plants or mixing harmful chemicals that could kill just from breathing in the fumes or worse explode! I might add that people make meth everywhere, from inside cars, public washrooms and more!  Meth is a bigger problem than Cannabis - yet Cannabis is the one that we hear about most. WHY ?   

Do you have plants in your home?  How would you feel if someone came in and said you can't grow these plants. NOW how would you feel if these 'Plants' were easing your suffering. PLANTS, every window sill in my house has plants, every room. I love plants!
I have also been reading how growing medicine is so therapeutic for so many people.  It keeps their mind off their disease, gives them something to do - to care for tend to, be around nature. What a sense of accomplishment on top of it when you can use what you grow to ease your pain - physically & mentally.  Truly a Blessing.
So before you let your imaginations get to you .. NOT everyone who grows Cannabis has a GROW factory. Next time your watering your little budding beauties  imagine if the government had the right to come in and remove your plants. Your sage, basil, lavender, aloe vera. Plants.   How INSANE is that?  When it comes right down to it - don't forget - that is all Cannabis is ~ A PLANT!  Do you deny?  
It's not the plants fault that some people abuse it.
Choice. Education and the RIGHT to be happy & healthy.

xox<><

I LOVE Canada  - I do not have the same love for our "leader" I use the term very loosely. I love our clean, friendly, laid back people, our BEAVER and polar bears,  moose & loons (-the bird and human kind). I am happy  with our Dr.s and with our health care -  most of the time. I am pleased that we do have the  MMAR program - bugs aside - Canada I believe is one of the world leaders in Cannabis medicine and research-     NO THANKS TO 'S.H'.   You know who I am talking about but use the initials any way you like ;-) 
Canada is the largest HEMP producer in the world and exporter.  Yeah Canada! 
I am proud of Rick Simpson. I have heard of course of Rick and his Cannabis oil off and on for years but have never had the chance to really look into it. Lucky for me a friend sent me the DVD just this week in the mail!  THANK YOU!!  I am so  Proud that this  stood up for what he believe and too tried to share it with the world - he tried to share it at least with Canada and they SHUT him down (ashamed).
 This story has more to it for me. My parents both have been legion members for as long as I can remember. My mom met my (step) dad 'Billy' at the legion.  My dad was a war vet - a respected one. Everyone loved my dad, he passed a few years back from dementia.  I,  you could say - grew up around the legion. My dad was very proud to be a legion member and told me "they are there for you - YOU as a person, as the daughter of a war vet and as a Canadian" - -so I must admit after watching the DVD how disappointed I was with the branch that turned it's back on Rick, fellow members and his cure. They should be ashamed of themselves - That is not the Royal Canadian Legion that I know.
 I do believe it is correct- research and you will see it's all about MONEY!! BIG pharm does not want you growing your medicine in your back yard. THINK ABOUT IT! There is not money to be made, there are Millions LOST when people  are curing themselves of cancer and so many other conditions with Cannabis.  COME to your own conclusions. RESEARCH.
I know several people who have had and have skin cancers removed. WHY on earth should they not have the option of using a natural cannabis plant to help cure the cancer on their body? IT would & SHOULD be MY first CHOICE before harmful chemicals. 
Here is Ricks Link:  http://phoenixtears.ca/  - I am proud of this fellow Canadian - big time! I too - have Hope that it is NOT too Late for our great country to do the right thing. HELP it's people.   Legalize cannabis and RESEARCH it to find out the many potentials it does have! Bring Rick home and welcome him like the hero he is.
My DVD also came with a ticket to the event of the YEAR - I plan on being there!!! How about you?  Contact the site to get your DVD or watch it anywhere.. just google it - becaue you can't hide the truth forever. Then - SPREAD the word - PLANT the seed of Cannabis education!! Do you know someone that has skin cancer? Then they have the RIGHT as a HUMAN on this earth to know the options that they have,
 Must go think of special toon to thank Rick for all he is doing. New toon tomorrow ;-) 
xox <><

I came up with fact or fiction because of everything I have been reading, learning that most of what I hear on the NEWS is fiction. It has me wondering about much. Yes, I guess I am naive in a few ways. Or rather - I was un-educated/ignorant on the topic of Cannabis.  Now, I am no where near an expert- LOL - BUT I have learned enough to realize that there is much more to this than a plant.  If you watch media when ever they talk about cannabis users they show images of  "hippies, lazy kids, -your stereotypical stoners "   I personally know so many different people who ALL smoke cannabis. They come in every walk of life. Rich, poor -educated, young, old ... * as a matter of fact I recently read in Europe mostly- it is the educated  who smoke Cannabis and children of parents who are successful- who smoke cannabis. I think because they grew up treating it like the harmless plant that it is and realize that is IT definitaly ONE of the safest recreational drugs available.  I know professionals, soccer moms, police officers, hard working  hubby's (NOT mine- he is not a fan of cannabis and prefers a pill when he is ill.. his choice - I'm working on him)  ;-) 
What I am trying to say IS there is NOT one person that you can use to portray someone who smokes Cannabis. 
DO NOT judge a book by it's cover. 
So funny -(NO, NOT REALLY) how they always seem to show the same sort of person when the topic of Marijuana is covered.   Quite frankly, I for one am growing tired of the misleading and insulting images used.  Insulting because It is my son's medicine and he is no 'stoner'.  Do they portray people who use morphine like this? No they portray them as sick patients who deserve compassion.    If Cannabis is your medicine then you too deserve  the same respect. I am PROUD my son uses Cannabis for his pain.   LOUD & Proud people. 
YOU deserve the right to be healthy and happy!!!
xox   <><



 

The sun shining, my guys off to work, laundry is in and I'm already drawing and it's only 10:00 a.m.! Was thinking about what I'm grateful for this morning; it is the simple every day pleasures.
 MUSIC!  Where would I be without it? I have it on all the time. A music for every thing I do, clean or draw I have preferred tunes to toon to. Deval Premal, The Commodores, new stuff old stuff, it's all good! 
Books! Currently I am reading 3, The Pot Book- material and education,  The Clan of the Cave Bears - entertainment and educational - especially regarding all the herbal medicines
and The Purpose Driven Life ` because I like it. 
Paper! Picked up a new batch of paper and I'm excited! When I ran out recently it was in fact I realized like and addiction! I could not stop thinking about it.. was looking at my empty shelf every time I walked by. I was itchin' to draw!  XOX to Jim  for providing me with my FIX which in turn provides you with your georgia toons!  Paying it forward.
Prayer! Do what ever it takes ~ for what ever reason - It is the only thing that can calm me right down. My meditation.  It forces me to quiet, listen and hope. Puts things into perspective.   These things I do daily and never really thought how blessed I am to  have all these rituals at my finger tips. So many in this world do not have such simple luxuries  well except for music, music & prayer  we all access to them. Drumming  on a rock with a stick, humming a tune  praying with beads or pebbles.  What ever it takes.
DRAWING!! Where would I be with out it!?   LOST.  I have decided today to do something good with my drawing, every Monday I will post a toon and a price. The money for the toon will go to shipping and  donating to a charity of my choice - which I will add the link to. 
Todays toon: Drew this a long time ago but had to re-draw this a.m. (thought it might help with CHICKEN sales! ;-DDD) Now you don't have to guess anymore. I've answered one of lifes questions for you, go and enjoy your day! xox 
*** should anyone want to purchase this full size original for $45. That would include shipping and the rest of the money I will buy 3 sets of chickens  to send to Asia.       http://www.gfa.ca/gift/browse/from-the-stable/    If you would like to help me help make a difference  & Own a Georgitoons original send me an e mail : GeorgiaToons

I am very happy that my Laughing Buddha is liked.  It is easy to go though this life angry, resentful, jealous and to be mean and nasty. Some people  are so resentful and hang on to things that have happened to them in the past.  I know a few and quite frankly at this point in my life with what we have going on  - I no longer have the energy for it. I chose to remove such negative people from my life.  There are days when I  have to force myself to be positive.  I get angry, hurt and tired. Tired of trying to make sense of it all.  Tired of trying to understand why life seems so unfair. If someone is speaking bad about someone else.. look where it is coming from, sadly most of the time is stems from jealousy.  I have decided that  when someone talks poorly about someone else I'm going to simply walk away. I want to come to my own conclusions about people. I do NOT want to be apart of anyones gossip.
If only we all did this.  Formed our own educated opinions - about everything.
Laughing Buddha is for my own sanity, I read, get inspire and then draw.  Buddha sayings are so simple, all about being good. Look within. It is about Patience, Love and Kindness.
 So when I post a cartoons and see that others share. I feel HOPE.  Hope that I might be making a difference. 
Hope that I have lightened someone's load. If only for a second.  Brightened their day if only for a few moments.  I have decided to come up with my Laughing Buddha cards.  
My strips have done very well and I have sold a few Laughing Buddha originals. I know everyone can't afford an original but I hope  they might afford my cards.  Share the good vibes, positive words and help cheer up someone else with a little Laughing Buddha Wisdom.
The best thing about these cards - I have them to mail out! ;-)  Who needs Hallmark-  
I am my own Hallmark ;-)  Back to drawing.  

Time out - when Storm was little and stuff was getting to him, he would act up as do all kids and we give them a time out! I did the 1, 2, 3 thing with Storm and it worked amazing - I rarely got to 3. Sometimes I realize now I need a time out. Not for acting up but more from overload. 
Stuff on my mind from a busy week, Dr.s visits and  sometimes stuff just gets to me. This week on FB I saw an image of an 84 year old woman who had been pepper sprayed  ;-(  REALLY!? Is that the only way to deal with and 80 year old lady. ;-( I read of a baby boy abducted and found shortly after beaten and sexually abused;-(  There were all kinds of porn posts on Fb - hacking and posting nasty stuff..   TIME out!   I plan on staying off of FB for at least a week. Luckily I have my assistant who is a FB ninja so she can still help me post and spread the word while I draw and FOCUS. 
I have so many drawings in my head right now with all that is happening, I'm going to get them out on paper. The strip will soon be taking a new (an interesting) twist - I've decided to start and also make some strips straight forward - so that anyone that sees them would have to go  Hmmmmmmmmmmm.. think.  JUST think.  I don't think it is even about Cannabis any more.  More about power and control. To control and jail people over a plant is simply a crime against nature and humanity. Past presidents have said it - the drug should be more harmful than the punishment.  This in NOT the case with Cannabis.  Regarding medicinal cannabis - I just read a man denied a liver transplant because he uses Dr. approved Cannabis for his pain control.   W.T.F?  Where is compassion for sick and suffering? 
Time-out for me to wrap my head around some stuff..  and do what matters to me and what I believe in. I do plan on blogging and posting everyday but I need a break from FB and surfing - I have more than enough to research already. I'm here is anyone wants to get in touch all I ask is that you share, spread the word - as always if you know someone who has a child who is suffering from chronic pain, arthritis, cancer - anything - PLEASE tell them about Storm's story and the other children on my Cannabis Education page.   
CANNABIS helps. It NEEDs to be researched.  It NEEDS to be legalized. 
Help ease suffering. Help end this insanity. Over a .... plant.  xox
<><

...Cannabis is really my favorite plant to draw. Poppies and Morning glories also, makes me giggle really as I had no idea about Morning glories until recently (apparently you have to eat about 200 seeds to experience some sort of HIGH) but people do - it's not illegal. I have grown Morning glories for years and have no desire to 'try' seeds. I will continue to admire their beauty - UNLESS they ALSO become illegal - what's next?
 I knew Poppies made opium and of course, Cannabis - I had no idea just how complex this incredible plant is.  A male and female plant!  Provides medicine, food, fuel, material & don't forget peace of mind.  I do not like these plants alone for their medicinal/drug  value I LOVE them because they are beautiful. Poppies, so short lived and SO vibrant and delicate. I once saw a true poppy field in Germany and to this day the thought of it takes my breath away.   
Morning Glories again I have loved them as long as I can remember and grow them every year as long as we have been in this home.  They climb and then in the morning open and look like a burst of purple, pink, blue and white little faces eager to greet the morning!   Flowers are reminders of Gods beauty. Each one so intricate,unique - free for all the world to enjoy - as it should be.  Of course you can understand my passion for the plant now that eases my son's pain.  I LOVE it.   Knowing  several growers & patients now  I have been able to see these beauties up close and personal. Touch, smell and admire this PLANT.  I drew this one just a few days ago and it has sold.  I am very glad it is going to a good home ;-)   I have drawn 3 like this now.. and I will continue to draw more. When I draw these ones I am meditating on all that is good with this healing herb.  Determined to educate others. Think for one minute..  It' just a plant.   Should we ALL not be focusing more on EDUCATION? Teaching control, choice and compassion? A plant that has never killed anyone. Do you know how many people have died from alcohol, tobacco and prescription medications deaths each year?   I get tired of 'WHY' I'm drawing, texting is more dangerous than this plant.. as a matter of fact there are millions of things more deadly than this plant. Common sense and  people to speak up for this insanity to end are needed.  Preferable now.   xox <><   

What is a Vapor lounge? Yesterday I went to one of Toronto's newest and biggest, Vape on the lake. A Vapour lounge is a place where people can go and vaporize their medicine, socialize with friends, talk about current subjects  -hang out and have a good time.  We went yesterday to check out Vape on the Lake and as always it was an educational experience. 
There are several seating areas, a few with  T.V.s, a game station. Many people had laptops and  kept right on working.  People have access to use a volcano - a great idea for those that are thinking about investing in vaporizer, as well as several others, you can also rent bongs. What better way to try - especially for those who have only smoked their Cannabis - it is an entirely different experience. You can NOT smoke tobacco. There is no alcohol and you can NOT purchase cannabis. You must have your own. 
You can also purchase all sorts of paraphernalia from papers to grinders to bongs up stairs and below (right beside) is an incredible glass store. Hand blown glass and supplies for every budget, I was down there and saw an incredible pipe that I knew was Dr. Suess inspired the second I saw it! The glass store almost ready to open it's doors - Early next week after the last shipment arrives.  If you have not been I think it is a terrific idea- way to meet others, share stories, education and learn ways to positively experience your medicine in the way that is best for you.  It was so nice for me to see several people who I know, catch up. All people who are trying to educate each other and those around them.  A few photos below. I have not painted there yet, but hope to in the near future if my schedule allows - it is quite a drive for us. 
The art work is by Bongman!  A Bong of many talents.
Also make sure you pick up your free copy of Treating Yourself Magazine. 
I look forward to our next visit. 
Want to check it out:  http://www.vapeonthelake.com/

I had so much to do today in my office, e mail to catch up on.. toons to ink, color, paint, scan, post, arcive. That and more. BUT I have locked myself out -and have no clue as to where the key might be. Sigh. BUT so be it! Now I am forced to do other stuff, like catch up on some research and reading - currently that would be  The Pot Book  By Julie Holland M.D.  I am enjoying it very much.  A while back I mentioned about a young man who was not able to go to school because he uses Cannabis as his medicine. Here is more on that, Pleae take a moment to read...
http://cannabishealthnewsmagazine.com/uncategorized/1183/chaz-chooses-to-breathe/#comment-565
Then I just want you to ask yourself  ONE question - What if it was my kid!?  Lucky for you IF you don't have to worry about such things. BUT do not judge another parent for their decisions... UNTIL you deal with what they deal with  daily. I get so angry that our kids one suffer but then are views as criminals? Not just kids anyone who choses to use Cannabis as thier medicine.  Things are changing. People are becoming more and more educated. Thank God.  I feel hopeful! 
Well, I am forced to go paint laughing buddha! A little leaf raking.. usually the best days are those not planned ;-) I think being locked out today could very well turn out to be a good thing. Forced me to make my mind go in a different direction. An adventure! ;-)

Thank God it's Monday! Monday's-  I use to hate them, now I wake up and think "O.K. It's a NEW week!"  Last week I had one thing in particular that was pretty shitty,   just when you think time to move on.. someone stoops to a new level of low.  Makes me shake my head and wonder.  BUT that IS life.. good and bad, no one escapes without a scratch ;-) Some times even "friends" do & say shitty things. It is the lessons we learn that make us better people (I hope) and we have to know when to move on. It's that simple. It does not mean you won't miss them, perhaps even still care for them, it just means you realize what is REALLY important to you. 
But just now as I was making my grilled cheese I remembered my friend Josh and his visit this past summer. I'm not much of a cook - to the point where I warn company that is staying with us.. anyhow this summer I warned Josh and then told him "but I make a wicked grilled cheese.." I then proceeded to burn the life out of our lunch as I was distracted drawing with Josh.. (blame him - hee hee) Josh said it looked delicious and wanted it. Beings as it was burnt beyond recognition I refused and we had lunch with Chef Boyardi.  As time has gone on I have got to know Josh better and THAT is Josh. He is a good guy, I can't say as I have ever heard him say anything bad about any0ne.  I am blessed to have several friends like that. They remind me who I am.
So when the others get you down, why even let them occupy your mind for one minute more? Move on. Think of your GOOD friends the ones that don't judge, not your looks, your home, your spouse, your kids, your choices... your sketchbooks - LOL,  and move on.. 
Mondays I am going to start my week with 5 great things that happened and have me even more prepared for this week! IF you do look back - look at the good and let the rest slip away.
1. I had a great time with Lucy this week, stamping, talking about Korea, sharing very delicious cookies and spending time with Larry.
2. I found out my MRI was NEGATIVE!
3. Storm made me laugh so hard yesterday I could barely stand up straight. I am still giggling today...  
4. I sold cards! Lots  ;-DD  I'm making people smile around the globe!
5. I had fun hanging out with Benny and his 'boyz' - always nice to meet new friends too.

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Finally my much awaited test results today. MRI looks o.k.    I breath a sigh of relief.  Unfortunately I am no closer to knowing what is going on.  I admit my Dr. appeared just as confused and frustrated as I am. I felt bad for him.  I like him. Even though he does not know what is wrong with me. LOL   I think this is part of the battle.. liking your Dr. feeling like you an actually talk to them. "A strange case"  I'm too tired to think about that. The twitch continues with MEGA twitch making an appearance from time to time so I know I'll be thinking about it from time to time. 
I came home to a clean house! Mom's are you with me!? My FLoORS WASHED! Bed made, bathroom cleaned! The entire time I was away my amazing son cleaned our house. I am still speechless. I got a big hug and I love you when we talked about the Dr.s.  He made my day.
We cheered with apple juice.      I love my son.  
SO .. F%$#! TWITCH!!!  You steal too much fun from me as it is.  No tumor! AMEN!
You know when I was in my car I was thanking God over and over and over. I hope he heard me ;-)

I am drawing and cleaning my studio, going to chant a little Om Mani padme hum and later tonight sneak in some time with my Giant Laughing BUDDHA!!  I can not wait till he is on my wall Glowing... with LOVE. At first I was going to sell him outright..  No way. I'm enjoying the time I spend with him in painting meditation. He makes me smile think and  remember all things good and that how lucky I am to be able to be here yet another day;-))
It goes without saying I got a great toon idea from the Dr.s office.. be drawing too.

11/11/11  Miss you big time pop. Love George. & Don. xox

As Storm was heading out today I asked him where he was going and he said Benny's and asked me If I wanted to join him for the drive as it was a nice day. I was having a bit of cartoonist block ;-) and decided it was a good idea. I had yet to see Benny's store, I've known him for a couple of years now and have not had the chance. The only time I see Benny is at the EXPO or an event but we have e mailed back and fourth and he has carried some of my originals &  comics in his store the past year  so we have built up a bit of a friendship. 
 I like Benny!  He always has a smile and a kind word and usually makes me laugh several times. 
The store was impressive - as I expected it might be, knowing a bit about Benny.  It amazes me to see some of these BONGS - calling them that is in fact an insult. THEY are works of ART!  The detail that has gone into them, the work - I can only imagine the hours spent on some of the pieces.  There were a few out of my budget- LOL - BUT If I had the money they would surly be an investment I'd like to make. I'd never use them!  They are to me like Royal Daulton to my mother.   I LOVE the ZOMBIE heads! I have had several people friend me on FB who are glass blowers/glass artists!  I will admit I easily get distracted looking at the photos they post - I am amazed that they can do with glass that which I can't always do with a pencil!!   I am looking forward to this years  TY EXPO for the glass blowing!  
 Benny and Andrew and Robin were all incredibly helpful and answered my MANY questions from what's this? and what's that? What is this used for? Questions  about painful penis tattoos and more -LOL.  Andrew also took the time to explain what every bong I asked about was for. It truly is a learning experience, ONE if you are serious about your Cannibis you should know the different options and the best way to mediate.  I had fun.   I look forward to my next visit. I also have decided to see if I can draw a fish to add to Andrews very cool collection! ;-).
Benny's store HITZ IMPORTS  and location >>>   http://www.hitzimports.com/
I did pick up this incredibly little BLUE monkey bubbler. (Below) SUCH work in this little guy. Makes me smile.  Oh ladies, Benny asked to carry some of my hand painted bags - coming soon to Hitz Imports.   
We had such a good day we decided while the weather still co-operates we are going to a couple of more places I have really wanted to go to. Next Wednesday we are going to check out Vape On the Lake.     

Drew this the other day and it has had me giggling since.  I was not going to post any of the cards... - and this will be the only one -  I figure I'll add it in as a bonus.  I think it will make a few people smile.  How cool is that?   CARDS now available ;-) Each one drawn with LOVE.     

I have great friends.  FB has me thinking - how fast the friend list has grown .. it takes me  too long to accept friend requests but I don't care. I thank every person who friend me and I like to check out profile photos, I see just how much we have in common, too many times I see cute little dogs that  look like hunny.  I found it interesting the other day I had a friend request from someone in Japan - so it said, and I was the only friend request. Hmmmm..  interesting..    People are paying attention and I thank God for it. IF I at LEAST get a conversation started I am doing what I am meant to be doing.   Profile photos - I am reminded constantly - not to judge  for example you will see all these 'bad ass biker' photos for this guy and thinks "yikes"  wouldn't want to meet him in a dark alley (or bright), scroll a little further and you see him with his pet kittie that goes everywhere with him on his shoulder, him an his grandmother, at a family reunion - -  - we are all the same. We ARE all connected - like it or not!  We all have feelings..  O.k. there are exceptions, going on FB profiles I have declined a couple of people. Not for tattoos, cannabis, opinions, class... but I delete them If I see they post nasty things. Life can be nasty enough. Or if they just make fun of others..   I am determined NOT to judge  by physical appearances.  I have been fat, I have dressed like a slob, I have dressed like a 'slut'.. long hair, short hair, purple hair.  We all go through our own stages for many different reasons. I want to try to see the person. 
Anyhow- LOL - I have asked a friend to help with FB; she goes by I Believe.. And I believe she is a nice person, she has always be with me. She is interesting (as is her best bud), friendly and positive and BELIEVES in something. It is hard for me to ask for help.
I am glad I did and she said SURE!  
I have such good real life friends, they remind me daily I am loved. 
Who could ask for anything more.  
Time to toon!  MUST DRAW!!  It is all I seem to want to do lately.  IT is the only thing that I really enjoy doing,  that and spending time with my family.  Not that I've had an invite from Jeremy to go fishing, or with Brad to visit the New New Orleans...  But right now I'm pretty content.     I am exactly where he wants me to be. ;-)

Well, not really.  November and I'm hanging laundry out to dry! I love it!  Got up this a.m. to find out I had sold a few comics, a set of cards! ;-) my first ;-)) and a framed original! (*that I just posted last night)  Made my fricking day! 
 It is one thing to do what you love - and I am rewarded daily from e mail and comments from people thanking me, telling me they "Love" my toons. But, to be rewarded with payment. ;-) To know I'm helping my hubby by contributing to our bills ;-) ... FEELS  Fricking Fantastic!    Thinking of the cards has made me come up with several toon ideas.
I'll be busy for a few days drawing to catch up.  Today - I plan on drawing outside. Soon I am more than aware - it will SNOW.  Not a fan of snow ..  

I made these amazing mini chocolate cheese cake balls on the weekend and have to share! They were TOO EASY - 3 ingredients and would be a nice gift to give someone for Holiday entertaining. 
Check them out at : page 18 & 19   I get the magazine and will admit I ALWAYS see something I like and make something from every issue.  Well worth getting.
http://ca.zinio.com/reader.jsp?issue=416193151&o=ext&WT.mc_id=PUB_WWW_F
NO BAKING!!
Nom nom nom.. make and hide! The disappeared pretty quick here...
xox <><  back to drawing.       

Halloween finally put away.. a few trinkets remain, fish are out of the pond and in the house for the winter.  Todays been a day for chatting with my guys, reading, lazing on the sofa - sunshine window,  jotting down some toon ideas.  I love Sunday's.  I have been working on my first set of cards! They look (if I do say so myself) very cool! I will NOT post them. I want who ever gets a card to not have already seen it a few times on FB.  I've had fun thinking of one for  every month occasion!  Some turned out so good I will make them into strips...
A couple serious but most for fun, I hope to give giggles. Anyhow I am selling them in groups instead of one at a time or else I'd have to charge more money for shipping. Plus I don't know about you BUT I LOVE snail mail, who needs an excuse to send one some happy wishes? You can order my cards on my stuff for sale page.
 Or maybe someone will send you one!  Hee hee hee - I already have a few to mail out!! 
I've also added some new art for sale.  Seeing as this is my only income I guess I have to part with a few sooner or later ;-)  Back to the sunshine... Have a fantastic weekend!

Reading, watching, listening, researching.. I have come to one conclusion: We need Cannabis/Hemp. IT NEEDS to be researched.  It NEEDS to be grown!  It needs to be available to allow people to heal. This is agreed with people who don't use Cannabis!
The facts are out there, the numbers are out there 
- the 1,000,000 of people that use it to ease suffering!
-1,ooo,ooo,ooo the money that would be better used against a failing drug war
-1000,000,000,000 the money to be made form sale and taxes and growing and exporting!
It will never go away. Time to legalize  IT is what the people want.  the 99% ;-D
More important than T.H.C  is and will always be The Human Connection.
For without it, nothing else matters.

It is Friday! Yipppie - I love when my guys are home on the weekends, leaves to rake, halloween to put away, sunshine to enjoy, walks, talks laughs.. I love my family. Without them nothing else matters.
Have a  great weekend! xox <><       

In God we trust, that is something that I feel if you believe in God - you do NOT NEED someone to remind you of this.  In God I trust. Thy will be done...  when I woke this a.m. to read that Congress passed a bill to confirm that 'In God we trust'   is still the American motto...  O.k., had they NOT passed that bill do they think  true believers would have changed their minds? I thought it was a joke,  NOPE it was true.. never mind focusing on the other problems going on.  LIKE passing the BILL to Legalize Cannabis!?
I read    ***The House voted 396 to 9 to confirm that the phrase, which was first passed as the national motto in the 1950s, was still the motto.  According the bill sponsor, Republican Congressman Randy Forbes, the vote was necessary to “firmly declare our trust in God, believing that it will sustain us for generations to come.”  
WELL GUESS what- you firmly declare your trust in GOD than it is in all things GOD. 
 Genesis 1:11And 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.

Still I shake my head. I do not think the AMERICAN people needed Congress to remind them to trust in God.  They have life to do that. The money wasted. That is a CRIME.
If you ask me Cannabis should now be considered legal. 
God put it here.  
TRUST IN GOD!

Amen ;-)  xox   <><

read more:  http://www.care2.com/causes/crisis-averted-u-s-motto-still-in-god-we-trust.html