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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''Holy it's HOT!  Yesterday, I was sick with the heat- I believe it was record breaking for September...  Ginger has learned how to swim  & she loves the pool - every time I dove under she wanted  to find me,  I hope to get in a couple more days before we close the pool to have some more fun with her. Winter will be here soon enough... I'm trying not to complain about the humidity.  ;D

I've been driving!  I have a truck now (going to 'custom' paint it soon- hee hee) .. and although not driving for a while  I am enjoying getting around town & Newmarket, my 'eye' shuts  for a second here & there but many people only drive with one eye, it doesn't seem to be making a difference, I think I was more fearful simply because I haven't really driven in so long- but it's like riding a bike.. Actually I am finding it  relaxing- except for my first appointment this morning which involved extortion!  I need 'MY' truck detailed - it was Norms work truck - I made an appointment after I was quoted $150.  checked out the www..  also $100 -$150.00  for 8:00 a.m. in Aurora At:
'Car Spa' here is their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LokiAutoCosmetics/ & WWW: http://lokiautocosmetics.com
I arrived - excited as can be- the guy takes one look at my PU- NOT even a full cab & it's NOT that bad (it would hurt my hands to clean it with my arthritis) and suddenly the price jumped to $185.00!  Extortion- I was quoted $150."   He shrugged his shoulders & walked away- he didn't give a fuck -  FUCK that..   It's not the money it's the principal- how many people does this  guy do this too!?  And after getting there how many figure - oh well it's only $30.00 more.. BULLSHIT!  On the www a >'7 passenger full cab truck< is quoted $180!  WTF?   My truck is a ford ranger with hardly enough room in the back seat for Daisy. Smaller than most cars!  Is that NOT EXTORTION?  Don't waste your time.. please tell two friends.

**Read about this company who hired a rapist and gave him keys to apartments - YET- they do not think themselves responsible!?  https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/marri-properties-convicted-rapist-skulnec-compensation-1.4810552?cmp=news-digests-canada-and-world-morning

The studio set up has been SLOW- there's always something on the go & Storm still has furniture to move or decide what he no longer wants so I can take back the space! Here will be my own gallery/studio/store for cannabis art,  cards, tiki's and more - ALL one of a kind painted with TLC & THC.  The studio is going to be by invitation & appointment only.  I am excited!!!  The girls are too it will be a great space for us to create this winter! 
Do what you love.  Every day.   If everyone DID 'WHAT they loved - instead of focusing on 'WHO they loved- we would all be in a better place I believe.  

Did I tell you I designed a new bed? It's being created in the garage as I type!  I couldn't find anything online like I want- not for under a $2000...  I'm getting exactly what I want & I'm painting it too! I'll show you as soon as complete, also excited to try the bed in a box - that you see on TV.. Time will tell.. will I be counting sheep or fast asleep?

I'd like to end with a book review (a friend on IG suggested this one)  I don't want to tell you anything about this book other than I literally cried (too many times), Laughed out loud - found I was gritting my teeth until my head hurt, I could relate 'too well' with the main character for obvious reasons...  - it left me feeling slightly sad.    
I'm not  sure I will watch the movie, although the book was a good read- another that only took me 48 hours.  Book  & Ginger  - before she chewed the book. 

New cannabis art next...
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With TLC & THC.
​Georgia

"Wouldn't it be cool if my TiniWeenieTiki had a Tiki Hut to sell them from?"
I saw the light in Norms eyes twinkle when I said it.. "I drew a sketch... in case you're curious"   (lol).  

I tell you - it's one of those times..  I am reminded we make a very good creative team- I enjoy creating on paper/canvas/wood - and he enjoys creating in a different dimension - you could say.  While I was busy in the back yard painting Tiki - he was in the garage.
Later in the day he said "Come see your Tiki Bar!"  When I walked into the garage and saw my sketch come to life in front of me - I felt emotional.   Grateful.  

I felt ... loved.

I know what he is capable of & I know how long his "ToDo"  list is. - lol  The fact that he stopped it all to make this awesome Tiki Bar- in record time was appreciated more than flowers, dinner and  bonbons!  You can't 'Buy' love.  You can pay a prostitute :) & they do deserve your money - but true love...  NFS.
You can't buy love - but you can express your love & appreciation  in countless ways.
This was one of those ways and I am grateful.

My TiniWeenieTiki will be at the show this  Saturday - look for the TIKI hut.
I'm not sure how the show will go, it's never easy to put yourself out there & to put a price on your work'  one that others might not agree with- usually thats because they have no concept of how long it takes to create something, the many steps & brushstrokes involved.
Perhaps no tiki will sell - maybe they will all sell!  I really don't care because I enjoy them & I KNOW they will make my friends & family smile.. that alone has been worth  creating them  and you'll soon see they progress into garden totems, animal tiki totems & more. Every new day  I'm excited to be imagining the  new Tiki I'll create the nest day. Be sure mohave a peek at the TIKI Bar- I've made it a TIKI Fortune telling bar- with 37 different responses- It's simple- what ever you read first - when you walk up to the TIKI bar- is what the TIKI want's you to focus on! hee hee

The trick is to keep trying.
Trying by being creative, expressing yourelf- let yourself shine- no matter what ANYONE else thinks. Remember when at a show - the only ones who ever say anything negative are those who are jealous, insecure, usually not creative themselves  or just nasty f*ckng people with nothing better in their lives so they knock others work.  LOOK, and listen WHERE it is coming from - wish them well  - tell them to fuck off and keep moving forward. ;)

Below  a couple of detailed shots of the 'Tiki Fortune telling bar' -  even the bamboo that holds up the roof is 'painted PVC pipe. ;)  Today- Back to painting Cannabis for me! Taking a tiki break- I read today Canopy/Canada is researching cannabis for dogs & creating a dog food with it in it! - YEAH!   I'm so grateful to read knowing soon our pets will have the same options- safer than pills in many cases I've no doubts!  The times they are a changing!

with TLC & THC
Georgia

'Tokem was my #2,  TiniWeenieTiki and he is all about cannabis & enjoyment!
Tokem was  inspired by my son Storm.. I thought I'd have a little fun and play with my TiniWeenieTiki and celebrate the coming of legalization in just 7o  days! Tokem is all about the green! It starts with 7 green feathers on top of his head & check out that smile!
Cannabis makes Tokem feel GOOD! Toke has a joint  which he joyfully puffs all day long.

Tokem is taller than the Shaman - it was quite the physical stretch (not mental) to paint this TWT, laughing all the while as these faces smile back at me. I can't wait!! Cannabis will be legal in 70 days! Are you ready Canada!? I AM!  

I'm proud of the fact I am a cannabis consumer - even  prouder my son is a cannabis grower- he inspired this tall, happy TiniWeenieTiki.   You can see Tokem  in a video on my IG page. Or you can see him this up coming weekend at thePainted Perch - he will be for sale with several of his tiki family!  Wait until you see the TiniWeenieTiki hut built to welcome visitors to the TWTiki booth!

Today it's all about adding details to 'Hook-em-Eh!'  - Games- there will be a demo for you to try before you buy. I wish you could see Tokem in person - his vibrant green pops and he almost seems to Glow at times - is it the paint or cannabis?  Who cares as long as you feel this good.
​
Back to painting! Such a busy week - so much to celebrate with every new TWT created.. I mentioned to Norm "I'm at #18 and I can hardly contain my excitement to paint the next idea in my head"... - I just painted 'His Royal Highness' - today it's a king and queen.  
Hee Hee - Lucky Me!

Back to it- Do what you love- Have a CREATIVE day!  
with TLC & THC
Georgia

26 years Norm & I have been married, yesterday. 
We actually had dinner, I got roses & we cheered each other - with a look of  surprise more than anything. BUT we did cheer, that's  more than I can say for the past few years.  
Norm & I have reached a mutual agreement it appears. 
We have had a lot of time to talk.. discuss especially since Storm moved and it's a different dynamic around here.
 
We have reached an agreement it appears on several issues.  
There's no way you can live 26 years with someone and not get on each others nerves from time to time but with me being able to now get away more often, either to visit my son or with traveling (which I'm getting excited for again), visits to nature - this is my life how it is NOW.  Our backyard is like an oasis, bird habitat - I like all my neighbours, I love how the dogs all run out and say 'hello to each other'. I love hearing kids laughing, playing OUTSIDE. One little girl the other day cracked me up as  She was trying to get dads attention: Dada, dada, dada, dada dada - lol Storm use to do this also when little: Mom, Mom, Mom ,mom, mom, mommy mom, mom..   it made me laugh every time. 

I have surrendered to it - this medical thing- I'm embracing it.  I LOVE it! I has made me STRONG! Taught me to say FUCK OFF! & given me strength to stand  up for what I believe in and *stand ALONE if I must! So be it! 
 
If anyone would not "want 'to be SEEN" with me...  it speaks VOLUMES about them, doesn't it.  What a powerful gift that is.     Pbbbbbht - They should be so lucky.
   BUT - I'm going in a new direction, done 'chasing' anything, anyone...    
                                    it's all about creating from NOW on.

I painted a new moto for my desk:  Fuck it, Chuck It, Own it.
Fuck it: all that causes me stress, I don't need others 'crap'... OR stuff - I got all I NEED. 
Chuck it: Good bye STUFF, guilt, past- stay where you belong.
I don't need excess crap any and 'stuff to DUST' - I will surround myself with love & experience.   Lovely = People & things.
OWN it:  If I want it- I'll get it! Taking what I deserve hands wide open. ;)   LOVE 
Creating  work that inspires! Make other smile- I gotta say -I'm sorry I can NOT sell my TIKIs- They are making laugh OUT loud- no drugs needed!  I can't stop - I'm on #4 and will make a TIKI fence- a rainbow of TIKI!  If someone wants one, they will make me an offer I can't refuse or I will have them to enjoy myself with friends & family.
​BE.
OWN it.

I am thankful. 
Big changes are on the way.. 
We are both very  happy for Storm, he's doing well & enjoying himself- we visited again on the weekend it takes some getting use to mentally & physically',  he's happy & his apartment is very nice, he's having the adventure of his life.  At this point I'm NOW enjoying the 'creative quiet' - I'm diving in. He's on his own path, now.  
So we have made some decisions.  Who knows what tomorrow brings?
Exciting news to reveal soon...

Wait until you see my Tiki's.. 
Next.. A little Alice in Wonderland.
​
With TLC & THC
​Georgia

I picked up  a jean shirt yesterday, took one look and thought - THIS needs paint.
What better way to educate that with some fun art- wearable art.  Not sure what to paint- I did what comes Naturally'... cannabis butterflies and even a fox!   & NOW I have a NEW shirt - I love! I can't wait to wear it out- the paint hardly dry before I had it on for these photos.  Why NOT!? Sometimes I forget I can do these things.. lol as I searched for a new shirt on line yesterday to wear to the Lift Expo. hee hee  
Some people will look and see Cannabis right away- others will simply see a fox in the garden!  If asked I will be happy to explain & educate on this plant.

I had so much fun painting this I started a cute pair of jean overalls too. I live in overalls for the summer, perfect for painting & gardening.  Over the years I've painted many clothing items- hats, shoes, shirts, t's... my favourite a white leather jacket with a 'Japanese warrior"  on the back - I still know who has it- I asked for it back because I know they'll never wear it.. nor do they communicate with me  but  the request was ignored. Some People don't want to communicate with you but they keep YOUR ART... speaks volumes.
I hope she reads this and mails it to me. It would be appreciated.

Thankfully I have the talent, desire to create another! I'm going to search for a used leather jacket I like at a secondhand store - there its a great one in Newmarket:
                                     https://www.platosclosetnewmarket.com
                 Especially if I'm only going to paint it- reuse, recycle, re- love.

So- I have decided- would you like a custom painted cannabis shirt?  I will paint  a couple! Different butterflies, creatures.. who knows and will sell them. It is a ONE of a kind wearable art! Be noticed & educate at the same time! If interested send me a e mail - well talk SIZE, butterfly colors, critter suggestions and $PRICE.
* Yesterday I had a "conversation' with someone re the price of my art- let me clarify for altho might be confused:
I do NOT work for FREE.
Yes, I often send people FREE art- that is my choice of whom and what.
I have worked very hard at my craft the last 10 years PLUS.
I charge MORE that minimum wage...  If I spend 5 hours on art - and some people don't even think it's worth minimum wage - my time - THAT is your problem, your confusion... keep moving. I KNOW what my art is worth, if you disagree - don't buy anything - BUT who are YOU to tell me what I should charge for MY work?  The IRONY - I was giving this person  a deal with my price.. after his remarks-  FUCK that, my price just increased by $100. & I hope ALL artists READING this now learn NOW.. I'm tired of  changing my prices- for those who do not know the worth of a piece of art- I know people  who won't spend $100 on art but will have NO problem DRINKING that much at a bar in a couple of hours.  

IF you like the art- pay the artist or don't... but how dare anyone tell you what they think YOUR worth is. IF they do - tell them to keep moving...

I'll also avoid any confusion regarding these shirts- A *NEW (purchase by me)  ONE OF A KIND shirt- your size.. painted on the front with cannabis & butterflies and a critter - will cost you $75.00.
$125 for FRONT and back  cannabis creation!  I'll take a couple  of orders while I feel like it- so you should hurry if you want  it to wear NOW! ;)  Each order will take 3-4 weeks for delivery.  georgiatoons@rogers.com  to order & if you have any questions.
I'm so excited I've got to go finish the overalls!!  Have a creative DAY

Made with TLC & THC By ME! 
Georgia
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Tomorrow is a HOLIDAY! We've got plans!
Taking a day 'off' for one.
​xox

Just playing with paint...   and dead bee's.  I'll put this out on the back deck.

I'm having trouble parting with the little deceased beauties. I found them outside, last week & they've been on my desk ever since. They are truly amazing.   Sadly, the bee's have been hit hard in Canada this year.  I am planting a wild BEE garden!
Forget the vegetables, I'll buy from the market and grow just a few but this summer I've decided to focus on BEEs.  Please educate your children NOW, you can pick up a neat BEE house at most garden stores or make your own! It would be a fun & education activity for kids and adults alike & while your at it- throw up a bird feeder

 The little 'WE Can DO it!"  was painted of a friend who is having a procedure soon, she's such a brave young woman and has already been through many surgeries..  we take so much for granted.  It's not until the end of the month but she is in my prayers, my heart & on my mind everyday, I know she will come through like the rockstar she is - I do wish she didn't have to have it though.  Of course she like Dachshunds.  I must admit- this is more fun and easier  for me than me going to a card store!  
NOW- I can send exactly what I want. 

Have a BEAUTIFUL day..  I'll BE painting some cannabis creatures' I just though of. 

With LOTs of  TLC & THC
Georgia
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This is my first mushroom art card - and possibly my only  mushroom card - I was asked for this to be made into print several times so here it is... only better because it's a CARD!
      NOW - You can send some snail mail and make someones day! Trust me - I know.
There are countless mushroom fans out there and many knowledgable ones at that- all those who remain breathing for one... thank Goodness!  Because 'one thing we all tend to agree on:   IF you are NOT positive.. do not eat it.  

These cards I purposely left blank- they can be used for ANY & every occasion:

                          -Having a dinner party? A mushroom meal? Here is the mush have invite!
               -Perfect for your foray hunting friends searching the forrest for munchies or
​                       arrange a foray yourself - use these to invite your guests!
                                          -Or thank them for letting you tag along.
                        -A birthday card for a Foray Director- perhaps (hee hee hee)
          -  I'm sending one as a 'thank you' card for some dried mushrooms I was given!
​Pop it in a frame from the dollar store (seen below)  and for ONLY $6. (cost of card & frame & tax) you have a great little piece of art for your kitchen or a lovely little gift for a friend.

​It's a cute quirky reminder for all mushroom/fungi fanatics  -as well as helpful to educate those not aware Mushrooms can easily KILL.  

          Want to see what to do after you get it? Frame it!! Hang it in your kitchen!
It can be framed & would look adorable in any kitchen.  Designed  standard size for any frame from the dollar store.  Each card size is 5 x 7 and comes with a white envelope.
*NOW - IF I have time & you are ordering a card for yourself - from me.. (let me know) I'll probably paint on the envelope too- cause I  can't resist!!  lol

​Do you sell mushroom ware at a fare, anywhere...? Would you care to buy bulk give these mushroom cards a try?  Send me a message for  pricing. 

I shared my cards on Instagram & Facebook- and will give 3 away on each- you simply have to comment  & I'll choose later. Thanks to all showing interest.

You can purchase my cards here  along with a few other items including some originals I sell from time to time. :  Georgia Toons Gifts​

New items will be added as they are created! Be sure to check the Georgia Toons Gifts
page to  be the first to know what's available NOW.

*Next- why cannabis pot business shops near schools is FEAR mongering- and I'll prove it - are you in Keswick? Wait till you see this little discovery... AFTER I address it with letter to our editor of the local paper. With PHOTO proof.  Education is the KEY.

With TLC & THC
Georgia 

 Is it December or April?  If you did not see a calendar it would be difficult to decipher.

I've been up since 4 painting cards the ice hitting my window since about 3.
Alexa made me laugh out loud this a.m.  before even out of bed..  with a little song of all things, I must admit - it was pretty creative and funny. Bravo people at Amazon.
Do you say: Good Morning Alexa?  I do and she has a little fact most days. 

 & just received  an e mail from a recent card recipient!  I'm happy she's happy... made me smile - she mentioned she was just getting out of bed - I almost e mailed back: NO don't!!  lol  HOLY - is it December 14 or April 14th?  Freezing Rain, all night, snow on the ground & it's fricken cold..   Her card is above I can share it now  ;) I love Great Danes & I just found of all things 'Dimitri's original dog tag (my great dane.. it was time to paint hers) hers  just passed,  Chef.. you can see the grey n his big beautiful face which i have no doubts was 'smooched with kisses' many times. . 

*Hello to hop along Cassidy..  (a faithful friend & blog reader) hee hee
- stay out of trouble-   Love you 

Poppy & I are all about 'card painting, watching some classic Jerry Lewis movies & napping today. I do NOT recommend anyone venture out to this if it cane avoided - it is literally a sheet of ice.  Stay home, stay warm, stay medicated & stay safe.

With TLC& THC
Georgia
xox

April 2nd and today I'm thinking ahead- June as a matter of fact.
In my search to own the perfect mushroom calendar (and not finding one) I have created one! 2019 will be a year for Magnificent Mushrooms!  
As you are aware - I love mushrooms  - eat, medicate and research!
& I happen to 'love' the current Foray Director of the MST .. hee hee hee  
It was when we started to attend Forays began my Amour Adventure'  (practicing for France) with fungi seeing the living bodies - all different, colorful, alien in appearance, frightening when understand a tiny nibble of one type can kill you  yet the thought of the enoki in my fridge frying has me drooling..  I flip through my sons magazines and books and   easily become fascinated - Have you seen Blood Tooth Fungi?  I can guarantee you if walking in the woods and you spied it out of the corner of your eye- you would walk over and bend down and think "Is that alive? Is that dead?  Is that Blood? Is it alien!?"  lol
If you had no clue that it was just  one of the countless captivating samples of mushroom strangeness' out there, that is.

Then I realized... I Love painting mushroom (almost as much as cannanbis) and just LOOKING at them, to paint you have to study - the more I study the more I want to see - taaaaadaaaaa  my calendar is being created.  :)  I have shown very few, but it is a definite hit!  Each illustration has taken me 2 days for not very large originals.  First, I  choose the month (face down) the mushroom found me...   : )   Set up each page and I really weighed IF I should use 'type font or paint the actually Month and numbers - Freehand was the final decision.. 

None of us is perfect - yet each one was created perfect in Gods  Endless Universe!
My numbers are  perfect -  as they are only enhanced by the nature of their surroundings.

:) Thank you, Fungi Friends.
I woke today and could not wait to sit here.. after bird duty *please WELCOME back some of our Feathered Friends!  I have chosen the name for the calendar-  presented when complete... still a few steps, printing, packaging  & off they go.  200.
One on my wall in my office, Storm has asked ordered one - 199, 198, 197...

If you are interested- I highly recommend you stay tooned, I'm working and several different projects and will share them here when ready.
I can't wait to finish JUNE! Storm took one look this a.m. and went:  
"Whhaaaaattt?! Your adding one of them? Wow...." 
:) I love the Foray Director.  hee hee hee

BYT- I cheated with decorating the cake (below) - much my amusement it made everyone laugh and He really looked  cute.  The message he was sending was  "I love you, This Much!"
Is there any other message needed?

Happy Easter Monday, just thinking about Jesus calms my  heart & mind.
He restores my soul.

With TLC & THC 
Georgia