It's almost 9 a.m. you won't believe the day we have had! lol
Yesterday,  the girl & I went for a short drive to a big pond.  Hoping to spy some geese for my painting, I love birds of course Canadian Geese are in the top 10 - watch this guy being attacked by a goose protecting it's babies.. hee hee what a good guy - I'd give  him my original if I knew who he was it has me giggling.  This past week I was crying about geese, someone attached and killed a bunch of geese & a little one survived. Who does shit like that? I don't care if it is a kid or adult - they are sick, they need help. They need to go to JAIL. They'll 'IF caught' get no more than a slap on the hands and probation- our priorities are  F*cked up when we put people in jail for 'growing pants' and others - who are clearly cruel & sick  - remain free.

We are seeing our own gun violence, two little girls where shot by someone aiming at another - he has already been caught,  Amen.   He will go to jail - forever I hope.

Back to yesterday, Daisy LOVES her amazing Aerobie (I highly recommend)  a very expensive Frisbee -  Cheap $2.00 frisbees she destroys as she carries them back- usually after only 3 throws, the also expensive red kong frisbee are crap! $15. She can't break them but they are floppy and don't  go the distance -  but this Aerobie  $20.00 (I found one - it was how I knew it flew so well)   t's so easy for me to throw,  light in weight and goes far! & as long as I take it from her - she won't chew on it,  great for a dooggy WORKout.  Yesterday, she took it into the pond to get a drink! It floated out and sank - the water all muddy and she would not/could not then find it - I was pissed! lol  Grrr.  
I woke today - made coffee, read the paper and thought  - let's Go!  By 6:30 we were back at the pond walking around and there it was!! Just under the waters surface at the edge enough I had to jump in and walk a few feet with the frogs! We were elated, hee hee.

Back home & in the Pool for an hour! The air was still cool this a.m & the pool was warm! Now, I'm ready for bed - LOL   No... - NOW, Im ready to paint! A strip has been started about marketing cannabis - I'll share next,  my goose has to be finished and a tiger by the tail.. a lama.. and crafting kitties, another 'drawing about a past experience... my plate & pallet are full...   & and don't forget Oz!   It's gonna be HOT!! I plan of staying cool by the pool - giving thanks to God for such a beautiful day and all we are blessed with.

I'm not the only Canadian who is not currently shopping USA BTW Read about this woman:​ www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/pocketbook-patriotism-hallman-1.4709439?cmp=news-digests-canada-and-world-morning
Being here watching what is happening, feeling as though we have no say at all-- it is the only way many KNOW we can make a difference, HIT TRUMP where it hurts- MONEY.  I have already paid an 'American crafter' for  another service - IF I believe in the Artist- I don't care where they live or who they are or who their president is - but I will try to buy all other stuff Canadian (especially groceries - and that IS easier than you think. Just not anything from the USA until he is GONE. #buyCanadian.

Well - the girls & I have another full day to ourselves, seeing as it is fathers day and Storm took his dad fishing,  I hope ever dad spends the day with their kids, not the T.V.  BECAUSE that is what it is ABOUT.  Happy Fathers day to all deserving DADs!
​& all the moms that have to be dads too.

with THC & TLC
Georgia

This little guy was too sweet not to enjoy painting him. 
Another artist asked if I'd consider painting a sloth with cannabis & luckily I'd already gave it thought when panting my mushroom sloth. Natural medicine on my mind and taking it easy..sloth life.  Have you see photos of Sloths?  I've never seen a sloth live' - thats to some strangers - I have seen them all over the world now.  Sharing, teaching educating others.. this is what we are doing..  The good the bad & the ugly, or how else will it ever change?

My son expressed slight upset (I don't discuss the things with anyone but my homeboy, FYI) at my post - my reply was  "I love you, it is a problem, I'm sorry but It IS how I feel."   People have to realize they are not alone... especially young women - young artists. I have known several young women far less confident than I was who are already struggling.   I can help by admitting 'here's me' and it's been a struggle of an on for a good part of my life- I KNOW get why. Why does not matter NOW, I'm good with the past & all in it.

My problem 'now' is usually brought on by physical  jolts of pain, my heart & mind are good because I AM good with God.  With Storm moved, Norm and I have had lots of time to 'chat'  I feel an awakening has shifted.. somewhere.   Let's  avoid any unnecessary bickering - this is how it is..   stuff - Right?  

Of course my Sloth is grinning he's got his carved wooden bong on his back- and a lovely Indica to help get him in the mood for some peaceful, calming, R & R.

I'd hang out with him - how about you?
I associate with a sloth, alone, slow, content - covered in moss if we sit too long & loves to swim.  :D  Happy Sloth to you! 
He will make a cute little cananbis card,   Inside words:

Can I come hang with you? Or  Hanging with you keeps me SMILING!   

Next a cananbis Tiger & then... Dorothy & the  Scarecrow.
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 Made with TLC & THC of course.
Georgia

I was informed some suggest Anony was possibly murdered.  
It might be possible. Robin Williams too was a shock..    
You know what's a bigger shock 1 in 10 Canadians every day take their own life.


Right now- I'm good  I'm in Gods hands happily playing with paint & tigers & bears & lions oh My!  I love my son. I am excited to watch his adventure! 

I get it.

Have you watched 100% hotter?  
It's all about beauty & the beast. 
The beast called BEAUTY' .  
Insecure, lonely, sad beautiful people - afraid to be - themselves.  
What will happen when make - up doesn't cut it anymore? 
Your guess is as good as mine...
I guess they will follow Anthony's footsteps  sooner or later.

Afraid to leave their homes, afraid to interact with others without the mask.
Who are you?  Can you be seen as you truly ARE?  Hmmm? 
My mask is off... with it came off the rose colored glasses. 

Thinking about Anthony, all he witnessed, lived, tried... tasted,   I get it. 
It's enough to put a sour taste in anyones stomach & he was witness more than most.  
Suicide is still taboo - because people do not want to admit they ARE part of the problem.  We are all part of the problem. Have you watched Audrie & Daisy?
 IF I had a daughter I would sit her down & watch it with her  & TALK about it.
*Talk about Alcohol while YOU are at it.  It is a common denominator.

In a world FULL Of humans - to feel so alone... this is the problem.
What does  'it' matter? The money, travel, food.. all stuff.
​All stuff that does not matter when you constantly witness cruelties against each other, he was aware of this #metoo thing, if I had to guess - in all his travels,  he's witnessed more than most and was just tired. I get it.

I am so tired some days.. mostly due to this condition  attacking the right 1/2 of my body, from head to toe - spend an hour with me and you will witness it, I guarantee. I've even doubted my ability to travel lately, France seems so far away some days,  traveling to the mailbox  feels like an adventure.  The constant reminders that so few understand or try to understand  if what frustrates me the most, I therefore enjoy days of solitude -where no explaining is necessary. This past weekend I was alone ALL weekend and felt very refreshed at the end of it.  I was very much in the NOW.  
I have had 'family' throw it in my face..  which was a terrific lesson- You should learn to walk/run away from people - get them out of your life 'FAMILY' is just a word- not everyone deserves to BE in your life- no matter WHO they are. 

With examples like Trump running 'the show' my trust in humans diminishes daily.  What if Trump attempts to commit suicide & decides to take a few countries out as he goes?  I think he has clearly proven how unstable he is in countless ways..   
Anything is possible - clearly he is president after all.

Yes, this painting depicts how I feel, physically.
I'm sorry my son knows how I feel above all else.. but he also understands events in my/our life &  how 'I got this way'.  He KNOWS I try every day to be better, to be positive to be love...   to just BE.

I don't need or want pity- this is more or less me  "coming out" because I KNOW I am not alone, I KNOW many feel like I do.. I know some young ladies in particular feel exactly like I do & have  a harder time NOW with social media- it's an entirely new level of added pressures for most.  

Watch Audrie & Daisy- worried about your kids and cannabis?
Watch Audrie & Daisy and learn what you would be concerned about.
My art has saved my life time and time again.  Focus on your passions.

I do often tell people  "If not for my brain pain- my life would be perfect.."
it's learning to LIVE with the PAIN.  So far so good. 
I also have  incredible Dr.s  who Listen & TALK and keep me here without antidepressants' & remind me: I do have reason to feel the way I do.. it's NOT all in my head.
 
I know I push people away - constantly.
Some look forward to it- then they don't have to SEE what I am living with. 
For those that remain thank you for your understanding & love, all others..
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Fuck you, you're not worth the mental energy I could be using towards painting.

Suicide rates are on the increase with Canadian women:   I get it. 
​globalnews.ca/news/4274136/suicide-rates-women-men-canada/
Clearly, I AM not alone.   
For now... I am in good hands.  
So is Anthony.
Gods.

Back to Sloths & cannabis next.. back to painting what makes me smile.
Thank God.   Make yourself SMILE.

Dear Anthony - I get it.
Your call.

With TLC & THC
​Georgia
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Something happened I did not expect..  I knew I would be happy when Cannabis finally became legal but happy - doesn't quite cut it- I Am FUCKING ELATED!
                                          I CAN'T FUCKING BELIEVE IT!!
If Justin Trudea was here I would be hanging off his neck (are you reading this Crusty?)  thanking him and hugging him and trying not to squeeze the life out of him - like Agnes with the Unicorn in 'Despicable me... Thank You Justin! Thank you for realizing above all else how Cannabis prohibition (drug prohibition) is harming Canadians because of unjust laws.  Thank you for letting Canadians decide how we should be able to enjoy ourselves. Thank you for ending the insanity of cannabis prohibition and setting an example for the rest of the world to witness and hopefully follow.  
* My son reminds me "it's not officially legal but it is unstoppable..."   now we just need the date, and that won't be long now.. a few weeks?

I read over and over again- of course a few politicians -still fear mongering, still stalling- the Conservative government - would have found a million excuses and kept sending our youth to jail -  I would now like to see  convictions overturned  for cannabis offences- especially for simple offences like being busted for personal use.  I read so much my minds still swimming - the sense of relief you have no idea.. of course a little wave of  'I told you so..'  is there too. I told you so...  In our life time. 
The Sun, the moon & the truth- Cannabis is not what we have been led to believe for decades.  Yes, I've lost friends & family over cannabis arguments - sadly countless have- especially between parents and children (young adults)...  
Suddenly I don't feel as mush as a 'loss' as a 'CLEANSE'.  Good riddance.
Anyone who judges you over your personal use of cananbis - especially medically - speaks volumes about them.  Every time I read  "we need more education" - I actually chuckle- It's ALL we have been reading about as Canadians for over a year easily & lets face it  - we ALL should be somewhat responsible NOW for ourselves and for educating our OWN children on cannabis - the resources are abundant.

Yes, there will be problems, a few more hurdles- like marketing, products, dispensaries.. - a few humans will mess up- IF you try cannabis & it's not for you - duh- don't use it. How difficult is that - some people  just don't get it- they will consume cannabis & drink alcohol, they do now.. will  Canada wake up stoned and everyone start to get hight all the time - no, life will go on as is because we all still have bills to pay, lives to live and a purpose to fulfil.  After the realization finally set in- I found myself losing all feelings anger I've had... with  legalization come realization and who can ask for anything else?
Yesterday was one of the most peaceful days I've experienced in years.. napping  outdoors - I woke feeling  new hope about cannabis in Canada. 

Recently on IG - I 'unfollowed' anyone that had anything to do with cannabis- for a few reasons, mostly because when I'm missing my son-  seeing all his/our friends only makes me miss him more,  it's a constant reminder when I'm trying to focus on  other issues.  It has me wondering how does anyone break up in a relationship in this day with social media?! It would be harder to do and to move on..   & then I feel forlorn because it's all people I truly like (& care about) and have to re-follow.   Ha, so those I unfollow and re follow - I really like you.. hahaha, ahhhh social media. We all have bigger issues to be concerned with.  I'm sorry, I simply do what I feel works best... it's not always the case in hindsight.    

Now we need to focus on All that will continue to go right Canada - CELEBRATE!  

This is for Justin.. thank you.
https://globalnews.ca/video/4250359/justin-trudeau-compares-canada-to-an-even-tempered-mooseglobalnews.ca/video/4250359/justin-trudeau-compares-canada-to-an-even-tempered-moose  
Canada is a Moose.  A moose on the loose in a  cannabis garden  star gazing while grazing.

Thank You Canada -  for ending the insanity! 

With TLC& THC
​Georgia

My new 'thing' on Instagram is to find other 'Georgia's' - introduce myself and send them a card - 'Us 'Georgia's have to stick together'.. lol  Why not.. it started for fun - a curiosity- many  Georgia's have the same traits' -  Does this apply to people with your name? 
They are usually artistic- musically inclined and all are lovely - of course ;)  
 A while back I decided to "gift a Georgia - Georgie' an original.. a unicorn -Fuck Yeah!" & it was also my most serious mail mix up & Georgie' had to mail something back to Canada for me, hee hee.  Georgie liked her Unicorn and my style and asked if I would accept a commission - I was somewhat hesitant until she asked for it to be a 'Bear rendering' - of her & her honey!  I said - 'sure'.

Once I finally started -weeks later- I realized JUST how much I needed to paint my bears! Thank You Georgie.  It was a boost I needed - these bears turned out better than I imagined.
I looked over Georgie's Instagram  page, got a feel' & came up with these TWO loving creatures.  I also realized I do not wish to cover my bears in clothing, luckily Georgie has great hair & you can see it on her bear.

I painted them with  TLC & THC of course.
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​Georgia
 
 I spent yesterday reading about cannabis legalization in Canada!
WOW, I can believe cannabis is legal- the 'relief' I felt  was surpassing - even to myself
I can hardly drag myself from desk- painting Oh Happy Day!
Oh Canada!  Oh Cannabis - Thank God.

Thank you ..  Prohibition has failed (again) - the time for legalization was NOW.
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Jesus in the garden... getting creative.  
'Squesus'  -this was a remark made by one of Storms friends  that made me giggle.
I've said it before.. would Jesus be in a cubicle? Would he be working on Wall St.?
Would Jesus be all about Money?  Hardly.
My homeboy would be in his element amongst the plants. Teaching  THC & TLC
Jesus would be in the garden, surrounded by light, nature & love. 
The perfect garden right NOW would be the cananbis garden...  growing medicine to help ease the suffering of mind and body of countless others.  & yes Look at that enthusiasm!  Hee Hee - Jesus is Squeezing rosin.. If your not aware there is a process where cannabis is SQUEEZED under extreme pressure to  squeeze out 'Rosin'  to smoke. 

Leafy explains it simply here: www.leafly.com/news/cannabis-101/what-is-rosin
& some presses available (with video) here: https://heavy.com/marijuana/2017/09/top-best-rosin-press-cannabis-weed-wax-oil/   for any that are not aware and might interested.

Anything you NEED to know about Cannabis you can find out on line.
Some might want to invest in one of these machines- instead of purchasing from a dispensary,  it's amazing how fast these machines were developed- I remember a few years ago when everyone was pressing 'Rosin' with hair straighteners!  This is how  the cannabis industry is going - BOOMING.  At every turn Im reading about new product- drinks, foods, candies and guess what THEY are coming to Canada.

I'm a bit ashamed at the way some Canadians (government) are trying to ban advertising and creativity- my friend Crusty Rusty called me yesterday and said  "They are trying to stop people like you!"   People like me? A criminal?
Yep - in the mind of some right NOW - I am a dangerous offender... for what you ask?
Drawing Cannabis related work - in a positive light.
AND yes - some of my work is pretty darn cute too! Wait until you see my next card - also to promote cannabis.  You see the last time I checked - we lived in a free country Canada - able to express ourselves and speak up for what we stand for & I am doing exactly that.

Eventually my work will be seen, I've no doubts.   So I keep at it- EVERY DAY.  
You see there is NO way - perhaps lots of balking and fear mongering - but when the LCBO can advertise, send out glossy magazines, commercials, give paraphernalia - like hats & beach balls with bear branding on it, sponsor concerts and other community events- IT IS against OUR HUMAN rights NOT to be able to do the same and I will fight for mine because I BELIEVE in them, so will many others. I REALLY hope these BIG dispensaries (with big busks)  start this legal battle A.S.A.P., so it will be dismissed and we can get on with things.   Why shouldn't they be able to promote their product?  It's ridiculous .

Good F*CKING luck  all  Hypocrites in stopping Cannabis branding and shaming.  
Our Govenrment's approach still screams Fear Mongering and that IS what CONFUSES ADULTS AND CHILDREN. It is SHAMING cannabis consumers and our government will  be ashamed of that fact alone sooner or later- watch and see.

Preventing Canadians from succeeding in a WORLD WIDE market right now- is what  is happening, preventing Canada from showing the rest of the world HOW creative we are!  
How proud, how professional...
Does any of this make sense to anyone?
This bullshit- fear mongering about the children is only a SMOKE screen. 
Do you know how many LCBO stores are in Ontario alone? Hmmmm.. Do you know the numbers of children that are effected by alcohol abuse?
Cannbis is PROVEN safer than alcohol time and time again YET cannabis  is treated like a killer? Prove it.

The fines they are stating that will still exist to people who sell cannabis - how is this cannabis legalization? Why are we giving the police so much money to enforce something that will now be legal?  I see many NEW court cases starting and being WON but US the PEOPLE. 

With TLC & THC

My third gardening beauty.. taking a little break.
Ladies- get control of your cannabis- 4 plants - learn how to grow your own goodness.
Cannabis is  a beautiful, interesting, vibrant plant & it's 'the female' which gives us the bud to heal our hearts.

Beautiful just as every woman is beautiful. Many different strains - just like US!

I feel if more women learn to grow it it's a step to empowerment!
Grow your own medicine! Write some books - teach others.
Grow your own and continue to grow.

Inspired by love you can not fail.
Plants love love.
​Seeds, soil & sunshine.. TLC and time.


Check out this young female Canadian Cannabis Entrepreneur  -  TIMES are changing Canada! It's high time!   ;)
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With TLC & THC
​Georgia

My 3rd eye elephant is awake and ready to explore the universe.
The vine the truck turns into is the  Ayahuasca Plant, which is said to have healing properties, I've read extensively, watched documentaries and have even thought I've found the perfect place where I might be interested in experiencing it of myself...  but alas - I'm not fond of vomiting & apparently it is part of the process, this does not mean I've ruled it out completely I am a firm believer in  "when the time is right.."

I believe these natural substances are here to help.  Some like cannabis - include helping the body with pain, involuntary movement, PTSD and much more, mushrooms  appear to help with issues of the mind sometimes getting to the core of a problem in minutes - where otherwise - other ways have taken years to process & Ayahuasca apparently does the same - it helps heal the mind. Now, I know many who have tired it - just since the past four years it seems to be something more are exploring- not to get HIGH but to HEAL.   

Once you start to learn about these plants your eyes open.  They open before you even experience them- and the first way they open is you start to ask yourself:
Why have we put people in jail for growing & enjoying nature?  
WHO decided what plants God gave us are for us to use and not to use?

Then you try some of these natural medicines- and your eyes open wider when you understand how they work, when you don't die, your brain does not fry', you realize the extent of the lies & control passed on from generations.. & hopefully you become awake & realize how we have hurt each other, other family members, others in society because we have judged them as "hippies & stoners" when they have actually been lovers & healers.  I've yet to read about people who use Ayahuasca who've turned violent ...  
I do not understand why these options are not available yet- proven deadly medications are on the increase still.  I do understand actually - $$$$$$$$$$$ - I do no understand why we allow it to continue.  The sun the moon & the truth..
Until all drugs in Canada become legal we will still be going in the wrong direction.

Open your eyes.

The elephant was painted with love as always the eyes resemble the centre of the actual vine -  they make jewelry from it. The green & background one moment appear bold the next they disappear when you get lost in the detail of this majestic, wise beast.
Someone has expressed interest in it with a couple of other pieces.. I'll sleep on it and then give  my price - if they decline, it will look awesome hanging in the gazebo!  

Acrylic on Canvas
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With THC & TLC 
Georgia

Yep this is me!
No make up, messy hair.. I' was so happy to share this photo with a few closest to me.  It was me Saturday (on the new medication)  you have no idea how hard it is even to get a photo with both eyes open due to my hemifacial spasms... this is me getting a break & being able to smile!  
This morning I see a post on IG where a woman shows her 'before & after' -what the difference  hair & lipstick does for your 'confidence'.  Fuck that!
Oh my gosh, enough with teaching woman we need lipstick and our hair done to be confident!  If you can go out into this world and be yourself as is - THAT is confidence!
Why let anyone define you other wise?  
If someone judges you on your outside appearance - the problem is with them.  
Women are ALREADY subject to all sorts of double standards - imagine how successful we would be if we could be like men and just be respected for who we are and what we do not for our "make-up" or our cleavage/booty.. imagine if MEN would only feel confident if they did their hair and put on some lipstick - such bullshit.  
Why encourage it? Why promote it?
Don't get me wrong- I've worn make-up and still do from time to time - I'm an artist & like to play with ALL canvas & some women (and men) are truly incredible make up artists  BUT    
                                Makeup does NOT define my level of confidence
                                           and it should not define yours.

PLEASE do NOT teach this to YOUR daughters!
Teach them to GO out into the world - head held high with a smile on their face - even if she forgets her LIPSTICK.
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 In the news:  This woman- for the record DOES not represent the majority of Canadians - she say's NOW "that's not who I am"  bullshit-  then WHO ARE YOU!? lol Cause you sure appear to be a racist nasty, threatening, redneck bitch (alcohol or not)... the crap that comes out her mouth - you don't say stuff like that if you don't believe it,  she's confident and wearing lipstick (it appears) there is an old  saying: Lipstick on a pig. 
Forget lipstick - focus on YOU.

I did too much this past weekend - because I felt so good to get a 'break' from twitch-  Saturday was great - reduced by almost 70%, the next day.. I'd say reduced by 40% .. Sunday good too but yesterday was only by about 20%.. I am happy to be able to smile even if for only a few moments interrupted. Lipstick or not- if you don't find  me attractive- fuck off- lol, I could care less.  I am not here for you. YOU do not define me.

BYW- Do you like my tassels? lol (image below)
A woman from Florida - Kat (I've never met) sent me this 'painting smock' - she bought  it & knew it would be 'big'  but she said it would be comfortable to paint in and artsy to boot!  
​I must say- I put it on to paint and it is super comfy!  
This is me.

If you don't like me- due to my looks or personality - stop visiting this blog.
It's that simple.

With TLC & THC
Georgia

NEXT, I am promoting for YOUNG woman to get ready to GROW Cannabis & why.
With a cute little painting called  'Girlfriends in the Garden'.  I named this girl "Honey".

 This summer.. 
http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/cannabis-trudeau-legal-summer-1.4647026?cmp=news-digests-canada-and-world-morning
Canada is going to change for the better.

Playing with logos - I love what I get to  do...   create & play with paint!
This is an idea for a Pirate baker! Arrrrgh!
Who doesn't love medicated cupcake? More will this SUMMER.   I'll be baking up a batch of carrot cupcakes later today to last through the weekend.  Cannabis will be legal in Canada this summer! Starbucks are changing over to dispensaries in B.C. - terrific, they should be as professional and as available - soon they will be in Ontario too- Individual Private dispensaries...  the days of Cannabis fear mongering are soon over.
The new day of Cannabis Education is upon us!!
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Amen
 
Time to get CREATIVE! 
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With TLC & THC
Georgia