We are here to Thrive.  

It's been 9 months I've been here in the forest.. surrounded by only birds & trees (mostly).   I THRIVE in solitude.  My painting improves, my creativity is constantly inspired when not constantly distracted. Even the internet doesn't hold the same charm it once did.
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I am  impressed beyond with any & every company that has taken this pandemic seriously & more so EVERY company by closing has indeed shown their employees they care about their health first & foremost.  At least until we can ALL figure this out.
The rest staying open is irresponsible- they do not understand they them staying open now- prevents this entire thing to last LONGER.  I read.  I paint or read or do chores.
My twitch allows for little sleep.  I've educated myself on: Pandemic, economy, recession, global depression, flattening the curve.. the death rates doubling, medical system overloads. Italy, Spain & now New York...  are taking things very seriously - I think .. I hope.

In approximately two weeks, we will  start to see the numbers of deaths according to the experts...  the same numbers if not worse that Italy is currently witnessing.. ONLY after everyone took it seriously & stopped going out for fucking drinks' or to the store for things that frankly - don't matter.  If you are running out for 'a loaf of bread' & that's all,  you are not practicing social distancing. If you are playing cards with neighbours... YOU ARE NOT social distancing and if you returned from a trip & pop into the grocorey store you are not social distancing - you are in fact - breaking the law. 

I know several who have admitted this mindset and it is shocking to me...
I never thought they would be so...  careless? ...Wreckless or ...Selfish.
Is if fear?  Denial or  Is it ignorance?
Unless you have a mental handicap- you would have to be pretty darn ignorant to not know this is a serious problem. IT's not just about death- the longer it takes for people to stay in  and take  it seriously the longer it lingers and effects not just people but the "economy".. it keeps people from visiting business ever again...
So...  JUST FUCKING stay home..  Enough already.

I realized how many people I know.. all around the world when, I find my self thinking:        I hope Mona & George are o.k.. I hope Ivan and his family are o.k... Candice in the UK, Chuck in the USA, Jerry, Stephen,  Patti, Diane, Joshua, Mark, Kevin & everyones family!  Friends in the medical field... Jodie, Mike,  Madison, Sam.. little Sam.. oh my.. no wonder I want to cry.  Mostly I think of Storm.. I tried to be tuff- but the moment I saw him on our most recent FaceTime chat I cried.  I tried.

Old People (in particular) don't just die,  EVERY AGE is getting very sick, they get very sick & they might have a family member  who does die & will not be able to properly mourn...
 the stuff you learn when you read.
It's a nasty DEADLY VIRUD that needs to STOP.     NOW

Stay the fuck home and do this sweet funny little Spring Snail craft ;) 

​Click on Image at bottom to Download & print your own snail.
With TLC & TLC 
Georgia

Treasures from God..   Rocks, seeds, birds & the bees.
Open your eyes & see all the beauty and treasures around you.  
I do. 

This box took a week!  All on it are 'Ontario' related from the Beetle to the Morel so it took a bit of research.. then it took time just painting each tiny box - is a tiny canvas. I took all the drawers out to paint them and must share - there is one spot that only takes ONE drawer.
Amusing...   Frustraiting!  It took me about 15 tries to figure it out.  lol I had to make sure I did not have two brown items side by side.. then I had to touch up the edges that hold the boxes.   The tops & sides have been painted as well - a bit of an illusion happening.

This box turned out sweeter than I imagined ;) It will hould treasures that will be found on everyday journeys.  It 'kinda' made me wish I had a grandchild to give it to. hee hee hee
Would I want a grandchild?  ;(    I don't know some days...

What a weekend - it was one of those days & this moring I noticed  I'm feeling aggitated.
It's beautiful here, Norm & I had a terrific weekend - except for the Nucular Power plant melt down warning.  LET me tell you first hand, when you hear that signal on the radio
and those words uttered, you stand still and think WTF?
I looked at Norm & thought where's Storm?   Not in Ontario.
I was actually grateful instantly, thinking: he'd be spared.
That's what happens - in less than a minute  -  Ooooops.. false alarm! Yippie!!! 
Thank God.
WTF!!!?  So there's that.. 

A plane 'shot' out of the sky killing countless Canadians and more. WTF? 
Human ERROR!?  I can't even think about it without tearing up.
Who's to blame - TRUMP!
The animosity he creates at this point simply by breathing is obvious. Countries are shouting 'Death to Americans' in the streets.  The anger he generates - he is the fuel for the flame. The familys suffering with the loss of loved ones - shot out of the sky... knowing it was a "mistake".  I can't even pretend to imagine how they feel.

Yep, no wonder I'm feeling slightly down today.  
Time to focus on God.  Pray for good.  
Grateful to be alive - thankful to be feeding &  painting the birds at the feeder.
Thankful for you - who is still alive & reading this post.  

We all have another day to try to be better, to serve &  another day to SHINE.
I can't wait to find treasures to fill the drawers! 
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With TLC & THC
Georgia

What do you do if you can't afford a real mushroom stone - you create your own.
Work in progress.. come back soon to see the completed creation soon - with some instruction for those interested in attempting their own stone.   

With TLC & THC
G

Wait until you see my NEW line of Cannabis cards!
​Below is a painting I'm working on - sorry btw, it is already spoken for. 

This weeks painting lessonon my Instagram account is on how to paint a sloth.
I'll start by giving you a hand on how to draw a sloth- it's SUPER easy - trace your open hand.   TaDa.... Sloth outline already hanging upside down - now just paint it brown! 
Brown with bits of green - add some leaves for fun - and your done. I guarnetee you each time you paint this sloth it will become easier & better with each try - it would make a sweet little valentine painting for someone :   I'll hang around with you, anytime!

Im in a loving mood',  love for the planet & all living creatures on it.  Do you know what message is being repeated in: How to Change your mind - the book I'm reading...
'Love Conquers all.'    It's got me on a mission to spread some love... I think I'll paint some cards!

Try to paint the sloth...  It's easier than it looks.  Paint it anycolor you wish, I think a purple sloth would be even cuter - treat yourself to some peaceful, relaxing art by paitning a sweet little sloth & then imgaine those great big gangaly arms wrapping around you for a hug!
It's what I'll imagine on this -23  blustery day, lots of Snow is expected to start - hot coco is on the stove & the paint is wet!

With TLC & THC
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I sometimes take a break from paper and canvas & paint objects.. when I spied this bear bottle opener I bought it just so I could add my own touch to it & now it is a one of a kind -kinda. Hee hee.   It's still not complete as he needs to attached to my cottage wall - on my list of goals in 2019 - lol   It's good to have goals!  Dream, hopes, desires, wishes - whatever you choose to call them - it's good to have something to aspire to. 

I aspire to have a better vocabulary, spelling & grammar every time I sit here, when I see how bad it gets at times  (understandingly) it helps ME realize  'who knows why we behave as we do, do we even know when we are not feeling well?  There are days I'm amazed at myself and wonder - how have you made it though this day?  I remember the surgeon in a documentary who became ill and starting literally writing on walls in a hotel room DUE TO a bad knee implant he received  (WTF -FDA) - that is how he knew he was sick- he was behaving unlike his normal' self.    It reminds me to be more patient of others & myself.

Another day survived By the grace of God & my homeboy  ;D Jesus (who has the best sense of humour if you'll only listen) & a few other of you beings who just the sight of your face/email/#  brings me a spark to keep this candle lit.   :)  Someone commented (on my Trump MAGA cap painting) - this is about love #MakeAmericathinkagain and I was overwhelmed:  Exactly, She GOT ME!  lol   It IS about love and yes that's what I was hoping for. Thank you.  If there is one thing I have learned.. not everyone 'gets me'.  My homeboy gets me, my dogs get me... so I'm good.  

I also paint, constantly so I do not allow myself to get caught up in self pity or pain or other peoples problems. I think this is a good habit to have. Some days are easier than others... God has assured me I will grin & bear it & become a better, stronger, happier, wealthier  MamaBear at the end of the day because I did.  I don't mean 'Storm's Mamabear' - I mean MamaBear for children, dogs, women, men, animals, Cannabis & Canada! Whom ever my attention is drawn to (I am provided direction no doubts) it's my job on this planet even if it's just one person who gets it.   While painting I KNEW 'some will never get it...'   that's not my journey to worry about.

I also painted a little bird -now I have a robin tealight holder - just what I always wanted! 
Personalize something, try a new canvas! I was beyond thrilled on new Years Eve when our son surprised us by arriving at 11:00 p.m with no alcohol in him,  home to celebrate bringing in the new year with whom he loves the most  & take his dog9s) for a walk... It was a secret proud moment in my mind I cannot lie. I painted the bear while chatted , so it looks "ferocious" but it too was painted with pots of love on a wonderful January the 1st. 

With TLC & THC
Georgia
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Crafting, coloring & creating are all opportunities to make memories & teach, what better  time to teach about cannabis, Christmas, natural medicine & more.
Here are some  decorations you  can color, use for gift tags,  attach some string & make a garland or hang them on the tree. Cut out & color each one, stick on a bigger piece of paper to create custom cards. I've even included a mushroom  - a very popular tree decoration in Europe - it is a wonderful introduction to talk about reindeer, wild mushrooms & NEVER eating a mushroom unless you are positive it is safe.

If you bake, clearly mark your edibles to avoid any confusion during the holiday & safely keep away from children & pets.  Just over a week away & Christmas will be here.
​Happy Holidays.

Made With TLC & THC
Georgia
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click on image below to download the color PDF 
or the black & white - so that you can color them as you wish! have fun.
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With TLC & THC
​Georgia

Ask anyone what my "crack" addiction is - Maple Syrup!!  Canadian - of course.
I'm like the cops in Super Trooper - often I can be seen taking a swig directly from the jug,  always in my fridge -Maple Syrup!  I love it! In my coffee, on pancakes, swimming with strawberries, frozen on a stick - Maple Syrup is my favourite sweetest thing on the planet...
then comes Cannabis!   
Healing my mind, body  & soul!  

When Storm & I attended out first protest years ago we met a young man - he caught my attention because he had a little plant - in a little Maple Syrup can.  I said Hello - we introduced ourselves and he later said 'hi' to Storm - before the Protest ended - he gifted Storm his  cannabis plant.   That young man is now working for one of the biggest in the Industry & I couldn't be happier for him - it's because of him & a few others - Tweed is the one Big Companies who'll be providing cannabis.  No longer just 'medical'  - why should they be? The times they are a changing!!   

Big business is big business to think it wasn't going to happen in the Cannabis industry is to fool oneself.  So - as far as Big business goes- I guess Tweed is the one company I like so far - I like the 'Canadian' feel to them- the people, Snoop too. 

At this point  I'm celebrating legalization  in ALL ways, - I don't care who is doing it  because - Canada is doing it! That's all that matters at the moment.  Adios - Stigma!  I'm thrilled to see many we've met the past 10 years succeed, they should- they are wonderful, caring,  compassionate people... they deserve to be where they are because they have worked for it.     I'm also incredibly fond & proud of my son & who he works  with - of course.  Above all I am thrilled & excited cannabis is going to be legal in Canada and people will have safe, professional options to purchase!!

This represents the best of Canada right here for moi! 
Cannabis & Maple syrup!  OH Canada!! How many days......  about 46 & counting Down!
Not long now- got your bong ready?

With TLC & THC
Georgia 

*thanks to Adam for the inspiration then & now.  

 Today I painted a Halloween tiki! Yesterday a garden tiki.. the day before a pink passionate love filled tiki!  I can't get enough..  I put a piece of wood down, turn up the music, get my girls settled, spark a joint and let my imagination & pencil run wild! YeeeeeHeeeee!  I love painting these Tiki!!  I laugh at myself - I was determined to paint a canvas a day- who knew it was tiki Time? They are more fun that canvas imo, I currently have 3 hanging in my bedroom! I wake up, look over & smile - WAKE up to another CREATIVE day!!  Happy to be Alive - Blessed that I get to stay home with my dogs, paint ART that makes me and others SMILE & laugh,  I don't know what else I could want - well, perhaps the same thing  on a few acres in up North in my own studio..  How will I pack the bluejay?  ;) 

Norm's got the 'Tiki  fever' - like it or not- lol - I think he likes it- he laughs  every time he see's a finished tiki - loved the 'first custom' - he remarked I really "caught the look & feel" of the male tiki in it. I'm glad because after he works all day - he comes home to cut out Tiki! lol & he is building a Tiki Hut display booth!  Why not?  It reminds me of TY booth days gone by...  currently on #17 tiki -but that includes my other 'Tiny Tiki - "Hook-Em-Eh!"  they are called.. what a hit! IF you show up the TWTIKI booth you can 'try  before you buy.'
 We played on the weekend with Storm and had several giggles - I KNOW they will go.
I'll be loading the video on Instagram any day of  my first  Purple passion "Hook-Em-Eh!"   DEMO- hee hee .  These TWTiki are NOT work.. they started with a funny idea, I am truly enjoying creating, thinking, giggling and excited to CREATE each one..   pure pleasure.
That & I realize I'm not thinking about any bullshit or *anyone. 
I'm doing what I am meant to be doing.

The official name is :   TINI Weenie Tiki '  
;D Can you guess why?

I decided to have fun & a giggle with my first Tiki- called "the Shaman" I can not get the Shaman out of my mind for some reason- he's about to do BIG things...  history changing.   You 'meet' him here NOW!  I wasn't sure what to paint 'when at that area' - should I paint 'a leaf' to make it 'kid friendly' -  and I realized - NO- that is part of the problem. Men have penises- fact- we must talk about them and teach kids what is acceptable & not acceptable as soon as possible to avoid any problems in life.  Help eliminate #metoo for our young children before they can say... #metoo.   What better way yo educate than with FUN- and creating an opportunity for conversation - kids will think it's just 'simply funny '- because they are.

Sure enough  when I finally showed Storm after painting the 6th, my own son  said: "Do they have to have a penis??"  LOL!  (eye roll) so - you can thank him for the added detail of the TiniWeenieTiki Skirts - more fun! hee hee hee  - if you don't want anyone to see the 'tiniweenie - don't tell them! Leave the skirt on- I'm not showing any TiniWeenies here!  Hee hee hee - if you want to see you have to come see them in person. ;)

They will be seen on my 'Tree Videos' - how I'll be introducing them on IG. 
'I'll paint a tini weenie penis on this tiki  & ALL of them - to remind us we are all human and not to let our TINI Weenie rule our  big heads. Male & female.  The next thing I knew a complete tiki sat in front of  me - from wood to Tiki - it took Norm minutes to cut it for me & he also paints the backs black & applies hardware & clear coats them to protect them should they be hung outside- but i don't reccomend it- they will get ruined in time - unless you hang them in a sheltered area- like in a covered tiki bar.   These Tiki are good to go - 
Hang in your front entrance hall to welcome your guests or in your bedroom to wake each day with a smile - I know.

The tiki who need one also come with a Tini Weenie Tiki  Skirt - detailed with fun mementos (Provided by the clients for custom) I wire on to each one- SO- only the owner knows whats under that little grass skirt!  Is it a big weenie or a TINI Weenie- No matter - you seen one you seen them all! It's just a Tini Weenie...  no matter, everyone who looks at them smile- and then you cans see as their faces follow it down from top to bottom - a giggle escapes at the awareness of the tiniweenie. It's all about fun.
 
AS I create  I sing, pray  & play with the girls &  I 'bless'  (Ginger took her first dip) every Tiki & as I tie on the tiki skirt - The LAST detail in one of many - I touch that Tini Weenie  & tell EACH Tiki:

Behave!
Be Good!
Have fun!
Maker others Laugh!
Teach Only Love for that is what you are little tiniweenietiki.. created out of love.

#2 - I named "Tokem Tiki" to celebrate legalization!!
Theres also a mushroom tiki, LSD tiki, couples tiki & more! Come see my tiki!
Next Saturday - The painted perch in Jacksons point.
Community Event
Aug 11, 2018 - 12:00pm to 05:00pm
The Painted Perch Festival is a celebration of our perch fishing which brings residents and visitors into our core to enjoy music, games, food, vendors, and our shops - while showcasing the talents of local artists, young and old, in multiple mediums. Vote for your favorite fish. You decide the winners!
Come for the art, stay for the fun!
Maybe you'll see me too. Maybe not...
I might be painting Tiki. 
 
Wit TLC & THC
Georgia
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                                                                  Made in Canada Eh!:
Professional Quality Acrylic paint on solid Pine board, coated with a clear protective coat for interior/exterior placement.  Interior is recommended or sheltered'.
Painted Black on the back. Each is Signed, numbered & two hooks attached - ready to HANG! Each *full body TINIWEENIETIKI comes with a tiki skirt. 
Females Tiki come with Bra & Skirt.
Custom tiki take 2 to 4 weeks delivery
Even the custom 'TINIWEENIETIKI Tags' are hand painted with TLC & THC!

*Added cost for custom Tiki's  *non-refundable deposit taken at time of order.
*Added cost for Packaging ($30.00 custom made cardboard box with protective holders) 
                                                         BOX  Not included. Not needed IMO if  just 'driving home.'  ;)
*Added cost for Shipping  or delivery - $ depends on location  shipped.
                                          *No added Fees if you Pick it up from the Studio*

Prices *start at $60.oo  & up for all original art.  Tikis take 2 to 4 weeks for delivery.
Sizes are varied  the smallest is 3 feet tall. Please contact me if you have any questions.
                     Wait Until you meet TOKEM! 3 feet tall & up- several sizes.  

It's Easter weekend and there lots to do.. actually  - it's all done!  Easter bunnies have been made & decorated! I have company coming and they go home with a gift - homemade! Poppy is testing them out and they passed - no wobble - isn't she fricken the cutest!!?
Sat there until I lifted her out now on my lap as I type - Norms in the kitchen making sliders, Storms rolling some medicine to enjoy during a movie later with dinner- it's peaceful & I'm grateful.  The house is clean, I've got a painting on my desk and tomorrow there will be Easter dinner  at the table!   Nothing too fancy.. Simple but good.

Storm and I hung out in the kitchen while he made 'picked chips'- noting the one in particular was a 'nuclear warning- I hope not- life right now is good.. spring is around the corner - I'm working on a few projects which I am very excited about, everyone is busy and I can't help but feel - still- Life is only going to get BETTER.     F*ck Trump.  
Finally...

I apoligoze for not showing you my current project - but it's a work in progress  and will be AVAILABLE in a month or so to purchase.   I want to take this opportunity today 'Thank you.  Weekly, I am asked about my art and purchasing prints or originals which is business & business is daunting - so I rarely sell or do anything about it- but some of you have become pretty persistent as of late -  so I did it!  I've got some things being printed in small numbers - limited editions.  
Once gone - gone. No re print..  it will be on to a different project.
ONE is  already planned for the next 3 years!  

On a side note- I'm still dreaming about France- lol - Literally - and I don't know what it's about  but this a.m., I was dreaming about a romance in France and I was with ... (LOL) Dan - Oh, my gosh I'm cracking up- Storm also had a good laugh.. I guess because I researched him bit recently- In my dreams I was with that  20th century cave man.  Yes, in my dreams- I doubt very much in real life -  either of us would think it was more a nightmare. It did cause me laughter first thing this morning and it's a great way to start the day - laughing at myself.

 Well- there still a tiny bit to do and always painting to be done..  
Have a Great Easter! What will you create?

With TLC & THC 
​Georgia