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.  

No better way than to spend the last few days of an August heatwave than to read a good book by the pool  & I can do that in my own backyard! Amen.   
This one...  all I can is:     I did not see it coming!! 
Read it in 48 hours- perfect beach/pool read as it says on the back of the book.
I highly reccomend it. Reading it at one point I became very distressed.. I experienced  a terrible 'altercation' by a man who once claimed to love me - what she experienced  near the end of the book & the author caught it quite well.  

It also speak about  lying humans...  abusive, controlling men in particular, people who PRETEND to be someone they are not... time will tell - eventually ugly surfaces-  and eventually it is exposed. I couldn't help thinking about how many women are fooled by abusive partners and how many go back into  abusive relationships with them - time & time again- even though they KNOW the person is nasty- usually because there are too controlled, insecure & abused to see past it - or too tired to admit it, mentally & physically.  When will they learn? Possibly when it's too late.  

I laughed out loud (in shock & amazement) recently when a girlfriend shared she's 'back with her partner'   -  the one who she caught lying and fucking around on her (several times)  & she tells me she's o.k. that he exchanges nude photos with other women & visa versa -  lol - I guess he talked his way out of it AGAIN  or bribed her well enough in this case..   & I couldn't  help think at this point...  You're pretty fucking stupid if you think that's all he is sharing.   What do you think?   Keep going back...  & at that point I decided no one can help those who truly don't want helped - stupid is as stupid does.  
I've no doubts it will end badly, time will tell.
Not my circus - not my monkeys.

This heat had me & the girls in the pool yesterday & today.. Ginger has had her official swimming lessons, when she swims to the stairs - she stops at he top and turns and looks at me - so she is not afraid of the water & that's part of it. I'm NOT complaining!  Fall is literally around the corner.

I designed a 'day bed' & asked Norm to build it, the back will be painted - I've included areas for storage baskets  & even a cubby for the dogs to sleep- lol  lets see how this goes.
I'm very excited as he starts this weekend...

Time to paint a Canadian Cannabis Painting inspired by a friend I met long go at our first protest... it makes me happy to see people I know doing well!!  especially those in the cannabis industry- i KNOW how hard some have worked.

with TLC & THC & CBD   Mostly THC for me today.
​Georgia 

What's going to happen in 50 days?  Chaos? Overdoses? Death & destruction?  Hardly.
I doubt very much will be different the day Cannabis is legalized - other than the fact that for *the first time in Canadian History a few THOUSAND Canadians will light up and NOT feel bad about it! Not that they do now- but they will feel FREE.  No longer committing a "crime" by the standards of others.  

'Peace'  - Peace of mind' comes with legalization for many.   

Forget the olive branch - the branch of peace is cannabis, for many it will simply be a new date on the calendar, I'm grateful we've been legal for a few years already- other than ignorance of others - it's the only problem we have had surrounding canabis.

This leads me to todays headlines about  'Cannabis Poisoning'  (bullshit reeefer madness continues I see) and cannabis overdose(s) have increased.  Phhhhbt.   It's been OVER TEN  years now - I have never overdosed or was poisoned by cannabis - nor was my son - who started at 14 I remind you *AND I never controlled his cannabis- he was permitted to use what ever amount he felt necessary - WOULD you let your child do the same if on opiates for pain? Hmmmmmmm   'Poisoning' - BULLSHIT.   Words. Fear Mongering.  I don't  know  anyone who said they ever overdose or was poisoned by cannabis - EVER.

That being said- I DO believe some end up in emergency - because they are NOT educated. 
Being incredibly high can be somewhat uncomfortable - if you are going to play- be ready for the game - ride it out..  eat, drink juice, brush you teeth, get some fresh air-  emergency room??  This article on Cannabis - It's fine, because do you know what I understand and am educated on - the numbers.. the numbers of people who visit emergency rooms from Alcohol POISONING   -   What  IS  ALCOHOL?  
 "...volatile flammable liquid"  - cheers.

Let's not forget the numbers - of DEATHS directly caused DUE to Alcohol - are we reading about this daily - NOPE.  Just the DOPE.
Bullshit.

I am working on some cartoons that DO educate - on the dangers of MIXING the two. 
Yes, there will be accidents- because some will try cannabis for the first time (edibles too) & they will continue to drink and the two will not mix well.  Ladies in particular- Please stick to ONE - preferably cannabis & roll your own when ever possible- Grow your own- cause YOU know what - IN 50 days  - YOU CAN!!!

In 50 days will Chaos take over Canada??! 

No, just the opposite  Peace - Peace of mind we 'can choose'  to get high (recreationally) and KNOW we are Not hurting anyone, KNOW we won't be arrested, KNOW the insanity surrounding cannabis will pass...
This too shall pass.
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With TLC & THC & CBD
Georgia
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Just hanging around.. thinking about Cannabis being legal in Canada in 51 days!
Woo Hooo!  It's also very close to Halloween & Thanks Giving - Much to be grateful for...  so you know I'm having fun - already there mentally - fall & pumpkins are being painted. 
Bats are night birds who eat mosquitos &  I can't go outside without being attacked.
They like my cannabis infused blood - not being big on using chemicals that hurt our environment we try to use natural remedies when possible - We are putting up a bat house! 

Anyhw - I don't have too much to comment on- I'm not going to feed the lies- the reefer madness any longer- Im ready to celebrate a new day for Canada & Canadians!
Storm came home Friday & took his dad & I to dinner "I'd like to take you out to dinner mom..."  -he looked at me, knowing (due to my condition)  I'm not a fan of venturing out to dine in public.  I looked back and thought to myself... how often does your son ask ?  F*CK it-  GO!! We did and had a wonderful meal & time & Storm stayed the night- Daisy was thrilled. lol  Storm was going to take Daisy to the city  but after the unsettling break in's recently I asked him to let her stay... I feel safer with her here & she is use to this home.  
We argued twice while he was home (kinda) I told him "Justin Trudea WILL see to it that simple cananbis offences are pardoned"  (Storm knows I absolutely think Justin Trudeau is the best thing since Maple Syrup for Canada) - hahaha  he said "But he hasn't"  
I said  "but he will...""But he hasn't..."   lol that was the extent of the argument.
HE WILL!!!

          Women in Canada- Don't be dooped BY GOOP!
                      https://www.cbc.ca/news/opinion/goop-canada-1.4798375
https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/medical-experts-criticize-goop-expansion-to-canada-1.4796115     Is  most of  Goop Poop?    Sounds like it.
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Goop's expansion into Canada comes as the company adopts what Loehnen calls a more "buttoned-up" approach to fact checking the information on its website in the face of mounting criticism from health experts who say it provides a platform to scientifically dubious information.

I say:
Be an 'educated consumer' before you place anything in your vagina (steam cleaned or not)...   including a penis.

with TLC & THC
Georgia

It's time for  time out.  
Time to enjoy the last few lovely days of August with my girls in the sunshine.
Not continually watch that a POS who runs & destroys the USA. 
When I'm reading about people like #lauralee never  knew who she was until today  and watching her apology video - ( get the backlash... then learning about schools not letting kids attend due to their hair extensions in the USA? Black Children - Of course.
It is Unbelievable this is permitted to happen ANYWHERE in 2018.
WTF Hand maids tale here we come. 

B.C is burning and I can't help wonder about the birds, bees, bears...  and a few I kinda like who live there. I follow a talented baker with the cutest little kid on IG who lives in B.C. & I find myself worried about them.  We can't seem to get it under control - Many Canadians are praying for rain.  So is California.. Hawaii is not feeling very dry at the moment from what I'm starting to read - time out.

And this  poor women- God help her - taken Wednesday (clearly she knew her abductor) how many times is this going to happen to women.. how many women will continue to go missing?  Human Trafficking - women are the greatest victims yet we hardly talk about it.  & we don't talk about the Catholic Church Business right now and the children lives it's ruined  as we make plans to attend mass next Sunday. If you put money in that basket on Sunday you support BIG business - it's how I feel about it - NOW.   WE listen to drama like FAKE people who make money off of being FAKE & stupid in most cases.  People wonder WHY I get stressed when I see a beautiful young woman pose naked on IG  & even SHE gets upset with me  - instantly it's about "Body shaming" Fuck that!  I won't let her twist it around- - her body is beautiful- all women are - It's about  STOP & think about what the fuck you are doing! & anyone who thinks IG or FB has Not helped in the increase of aggression - especially sexually towards women has got to be in Wonderland with Alice. I don't need to be a certified Dr. to come to this conclusion - you?

Think about YOUR safety- Do you read? Are you aware of violence against women? OR how about  - (not 'aboot') think about the example for all the YOUNGER women who will think - in order to get LIKES they have to take it to the next level!  Come on.  & posted on a Business page but addressed my comment personally' and upset yes I saw it with a sexual reference' - hello - if you're going to get upset - don't post the photo.  I don't understand.. here I am worried she's going to get raped and she's mad at me for sharing my opinion. 
Honestly young women (ALL women) who share NUDE photos - ask yourself for everyone who  understands your point be it #freethenipple #nakedisbeautiful  how many perverts do you think are admiring them on and getting off on a  sexual level?  

Anyhow, between the news, nasty Americans..  I broke a finger playing with Daisy this a.m. 
 & Norm & I started the day arguing about having  a fridge full of food and he grabs 'cereal' for lunch, he can't even take a piece of fruit.  Why should I continue to care about his health  if he doesn't.
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Head pain, twitch pain, brain pain...  It's time to TUNE out and go within. 
At least for the weekend. 

Ending on a positive note on my desk I'm about to start already has me feeling better about the day - I made the best (If I do say so) banana, blueberry - MEDICATED muffins- Heee Heee!  Thank God- Todays breakfast NOW with this finger especially. All FRESH ingredients- and then I made  and amazing (If I do say so- lol) blueberry maple orange sauce o put on top. Nom Nom (Photo below) & Ginger - big girl - can NOW come through the dog door  'into' the house! Yippie! She still has not grasped the same door lets her out - she scratches at the glass- lol I'm not going to encourage her yetI am looking forward to this winter  & snuggling with these two - Norms making me a new bed - Arrrrgh!  He needs to eat better!!    ...Time out.

Spilt any paint lately!?  

With TLC & THC 
​Georgia 

The first known written word for cannabis:

With TLC & THC
​Georgia

Do you know what comes after a new moon? A new day. 
With cannabis comes cannabis education & realization.  
I've got several girlfriends now with parents suffering from diseases..  
Dementia, Parkinson's  and miscellaneous aliments all have them stressed watching their moms deteriorate - of course.  It hurts me to hear of them (I knew them growing up) suffering - know what hurts more - when I KNOW without asking these people are now on medications altering their brains and many (if not all) still probably were not told about cannabis as an option.  Many will be on a mix of chemical cocktails proven to kill before their time'.   The option that won't kill you from an accidental  overdose is not offered, YET.

I'm beyond proud of cannabis & Canada - I truly believe this is going to improve our health as a Country with each NEW day comes new awareness.  Cannabis is not proven to change brain chemistry-  make it one of your first options to try treat pain & depression, PTSD, anxiety etc? RESEARCH.   I've met many people who suffer from anxiety & it varies from person to person,  WE ALL have reason to get anxious - TRUMP.. I feel it myself- to the point I CHOOSE to 'turn it off' and focus on something else. I CHOOSE to focus on my art- force myself. If I don't & let it ramble in my brain all day - who is to blame?
Do you think Trump thinks about me  all day - lol. No.  (Ewwwwwwwwww)
Do you see my point?

Nothing bothers me more when I see a beautiful, talented young woman who is wasting her life - being anxious about what others think of her and  lets face it - that IS what it
is all about  most of the time (we are all guilty of it) - because if we had no one to impress - we wouldn't care.  There would be no reason to feel anxious.
The problem is  I don't have time for bullshit or excuses, I'd rather paint.  Sound cruel? 
Do you want me to say: Poor you, stay home, hide away, put on weight, don't live your life, never experience things, blame others for your misery, never meet anyone, never share experiences, never reach your full potential - BECAUSE that is exactly the lie i'd be telling 'if' I did go along with the lies I'm told...   & that would be cruel of me.  
Life gives us a million reasons to be anxious.    Choose carefully.

The older I get I also feel it is true- my grandma drilled it into me:
God helps those who help themselves.
I've got no problem helping someone 'I see trying'. It's that simple. We all have to try. 
Trying at art, acting, knitting, anything - LIFE!  
If I can help or possibly offer some encouragement I do... the moment I meet someone ready to blame the world on everyone else and not try- I lose all patience & quickly move on.    Oh well. I'm not perfect - never pretended to be. - lol - This blog is proof. 

Women are still behind men - in all ways - is there any wonder we do feel anxious?
 I 'STILL' know many men who think women will never be their equal and should NEVER be considered their equal.  That is their loss.  & no they are not cavemen and not all OLD.  It doesn't help when WE  STILL constantly see naked women plastered all over - encouraged to be seen as sexual objects  & the facts are THAT IS how the majority of those images are being seen (If I'm wrong about these facts & statistics - I encourage you to enlighten me)  not as "ART" or beautiful human figures, or goddesses- no they are seen as objects men would like to F*&^.   Fact.   I get frustrated when I see friends who post their boobs with #FREEthenipple - are you really all about free the nipple?  
Then another post follows.. was/is that #freethecrotch  too?  #Freethe asscheeks?  Come on! 
Please think about the younger women who will SEE, watch & follow in our paths and they already struggle with serious sexual abuse & rape - on the increased due to social media and this casual approach to posting nude photos and a swipe to the left. 

I can only hope with cannabis legalization will come a new attitude - no more boobs and bongs... ha- there will always be a boob & bong market. It's a new moon, new day and time for a NEW cannabis image - positive, beautiful, clean, healthy & happy! & Safe!
​Women- this is your opportunity to rise up! Take ownership and Prove:  
We are more than boobs!  Excited for the NEW day  with Cannabis! 
We are MUCH more than a pretty face.

with TLC & THC
​Georgia 
 

 My friend Russ knows I  like Justin Trudeau & he knows more than most that I REALLY liked his dad, so he sent me this book: Just Watch Me - Remembering Pierre Trudeau

I enjoyed the book mostly due to the images of  Pierre Trudeau - ones I'd never seen, diving into a pool, joking with the queen, a big winking grin on the back cover, I was reminded of what a true rockstar he was - IF NOT for him I wonder where gay Rights would be or legal abortion in Canada. Pierre was ahead of his time - thankfully of us.  My grandma loved him! I remember every time I visited - she was telling about Trudeau - his antics, his wife, his life  & she loved every thing he said  & did, including telling someone to 'Fuck off' and give 'the finger - he was the real deal.  

Talk about SEXY, he was confident, powerful & funny - that's obvious - something tells me he was very playful as well - no wonder he was surrounded & loved by women of every sort/shape/color/class. I still look at his images and find myself playfully smiling back.  
He was also admitted by many men.

I can't image being his wife - the pressure/duties/demands it must have been incredibly difficult at times. I was disappointed with the book-  very little about the marriage and with a negative undertone (as if he actually KNEW what was happening behind closed doors- phhhhbt) for  Maggie Trudeau  (a smart ass photo of her -imo) as well as all the women in general- mere images to be seen at the end of a mans arm, rarely being seen for the intellectual individual women they were.

I'm sure it was very relevant in it's time - dropping names-  but  I count help get that 'Old, boy feel reading this book and was happy to put it down. Incredibly sexist and narrow minded when it comes to women in general - was it the times 70's & 8o's - perhaps...
I can't imagine the life Justin had... his father was intelligent, serious, driven - a brown belt, educated  and a Canadian thru & thru - all great from the outside looking in but we all know life is not as it appears.
You know that  terrific balancing pose Justin does- his dad did it too.   
​Like Father like Son.
Thankfully.

Justin Trudeau is running 2019 and winning again!  I couldn't be happier, it was just a given already in  my mind. AMEN  I absolutely think he is the greatest Prime Minister since Trudeau!! LOL  Only the new & improved version, one who also has learned to control his emotions better- but still not afraid to express them.  I believe above all he is a wonderful father,  compassionate teacher,  proud Canadian,  educated representative, dedicated husband....  He is  a Rockstar in his own rights & I look forward to watching Canada continue to thrive with him  representing  US. Oh- and there is that little cannabis thing... 

I've been distracted the past few days- with fall cleaning- lol..
editorial next.

With TLC & THC
Georgia

This was something I painted one day a I meditated on life..

Not  long now Canada - and you can have your first LEGAL puff - but make sure you keep it on your property.  Do cigarette smokers have this same rule eh? Must look this up.  Will you buy from a dispensary or online from the government- because it does not look like they will be ready- NOW you will have to order it by mail. No thanks, I still would LIKE to see what I'm getting before I buy.  Will you be an educated Cannabis consumer? I sure hope so- if you are not then your just being a dope' (not that kind) because YOU can read just about anything NOW on cannabis.  The difference from when we started out & the information you can now find is phenomenal.  I'm pleased for parents of seriously ill children especially.

I remarked to from one day to the next lately - it has me laughing.   WTf is going on- who cares - Cannanbis will be legal in a couple of months! LESS charges will be laid- there is fear mongering going on about driving etc. my thoughts are:
 if you are IMPAIRED and it is effecting YOUR driving abilities then DON't DO it. Duh.   
How many people will try it for the first time?
And did I hear we are discussing dropping previous cannabis offences!
AMEN - I'm so proud of Canada& cannabis... almost.

I don't get one thing - Why are we NOT giving it to our seriously ILL medical patients who NEED it and are unable to GROW it themselves - due to physical restrictions...  because I know for a fact- the government is happy to pay  for OPIATES - WHICH are proven to KILL & we are already struggling with an opiate epidemic. Why!?  My girlfriend is on disability - and has suffered most (if not all) of her life with pain, mental & physical -stemming from her serve physical disability- her Doctor thinks her cannabis should covered and so do I!  I told her to apply and they declined her- stating they don't do it for anyone - OH well- times change! Figure it OUT cause YOUR killing my girlfriend and it is NOT right!  Insurance companies will cover it, as I understand.. read about this:
https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/ca/news/group-benefits/aurora-cannabis-offers-new-employee-benefits-plan-that-covers-medical-cannabis-106887.aspx  Bravo Aurora
BTW - I can't keep up, I don't know 'who owns what' anymore - so this is about the insurance.  ;)

There will be fakers - such is life.. BUT that's not our problem- its the governments to figure out who is lying- surely with proof from Dr.s  THERE are legitimate patients who can be easily addressed.  My girlfriend takes the opiates given to her  "because it's easier & they are free" HOW fucked up is that?  You don't ride in her wheel chair so don't judge. You might not think this is a big deal - until your in pain and are given opiates- proven addictive & deadly- you don't have a choice- so in fact, the government is RESPONSIBLE for creating & maintaining & continuing the opiate addiction problem.

Is it because of Cost? Pills ARE cheap to make.
- How about ALL the major LP's having to GIVE a percentage of their cannabis to a program for proven seriously ill patients who can't grow it for themselves?  
-How about setting up a facility where patients in wheelchairs could go in and HELP, volunteer  -work with others- (good mentally & physically) work with the plants in exchange for free meds?  
-How about the government guarantees a kickback$$ On fellow growers/patients hydro bills if they prove they help other patients for free? Eh?   Am I dreaming here or what.. pushing it just a little - You never know with a NEW HYDRO board! 
Come on Canda! Let's HELP out those WHO need our help.
Let's look after each other. 

Also people think if you grow cannabis you should "give it for free" not understanding the cost to some who grow,  seriously.  Serious costs.  I've said before I recommend you get help if you plan on growing - it will save you many mistakes,  money, time and heart break - loss of medicine. It's not cheap to grow especially at start up & why should those who have worked VERY hard at their craft' be expected to give it for free?  That's like asking ME to draw your logo for free - same thing.  No. It's not how life works I get it - but  we are not the ones making $$$$$$$tax money off of cannabis in a couple of months.  You know what... I don't care about everyone I care bout my girlfriend right now - I told her to apply,  she did, she had her D r.s support - she's no faker.  and was declined- [they are not providing it for anyone] and now she is even more depressed knowing they happily pay for her opiates even tho it's cannabis that helps her be "happy".
 
Time to change the rules while we change the rules.

Time for me to get out into the garden with my pup(s) this was inspired by Ginger and  friend with another pup & beautiful (inside&out) women of colour, you are not painted enough in the positive light that you are.
Love Georgia

​Tomorrow, I admit to how FRICKEN sexy I think Trudeau was & editorial cartoon from Crusty & I.
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How do I feel about Doug Fords BUCK -A- BEER...      like this:
          https://globalnews.ca/news/4380647/buck-a-beer-health-impacts/

As for Cannabis in Canada -  politicians tout  "concerns for the children!"
Yet currently Doug Ford discusses and promotes 'buck a beer'...  
Perhaps they are NOT AWARE of the actual facts regarding alcohol, the statistics. the numbers...   Perhaps.

Will it take off - I doubt it.   https://www.narcity.com/ca/on/toronto/news/doug-fords-buck-a-beer-plan-is-already-backfiring-and-heres-how      Talk about messed  up priorities..
A friend remarked last Holiday Monday in Ontario - how she could not take a child to get a book from the library - but the beer Store was open.  Yee Haw.  Cheers.

With TLC & THC
​Georgia