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Tired.. holidays' will do that to you. I know the guys are tired from the holiday tradition.. hee hee The turkey was terrific, the company & the weather all enjoyable. It was a lovely weekend & the new ‘task tradition’ of chopping trees was also fruitful - ready for the winter ahead. Reading about fuels cost rising, even more thankful for dead trees along the driveway - they are pretty much gone, eliminating and possibility of them falling causing an inconvenience. The dogs had a good time too! As they always do. I found a tick this a.m. on Arrow- so check your dogs. I felt there’ much to be thankful for - yuk on the tick but glad I found it! A weekend being aware of others feeling not so thankful - like all those losing their jobs. Not long ago we hailed nurses & Dr.s as heroes and now many are being fired, 'let go' after they cared endless hours for the sick & dying, because they have no choice. Vaccinate or lose your job… is creating chaos that is not felt yet. This is how we treat “hero’s”? No one seemed to care when they were not vaccinated looking after everyone. It occurred to me (& many): If the vaccines work - why are the vaccinated afraid of the unvaccinated? If vaccines work- what’s the problem? If you are vaccinated the idea is, you are safe.. is it not? If you are vaccinated - you trust 'it' or you don't... why concern yourself with the unvaccinated. Isn’t that the reason for the push, for the jab? I watched an interview with a pro basketball player (I think it was basketball) who was forced to get vaccinated or wouldn’t be able to play.. he was vaccinated & you could see the sadness, defeat & possibly a bit of resentment… how is that good for someones mental or physical health? Many who are forced to vaccinated who really don’t believe in it- will be pondering for a long time if they did the right thing for their own body. To date, I have been able to refuse medications, pills, opiates, even radiation & another brain surgery- and I have refused because none of these have been successful - suggesting another surgery with again no guarantee of success - should be a persons CHOICE. It was a lovely thanksgiving even with pain, arthritis pain from cooler, damp weather & getting the house clean for company & meal prep & TN pain from being tired & added stress (which holidays are), both part of life, with the pain. I choose to live life to the fullest, not ‘doped out on pain killers, numbed with alcohol or even too high on cannabis - I am thankful I can still do things like clean & meal prep… & don’t forget the ball throwing! Life is about joy & suffering, we would not appreciate either without the other. I hope things work out for those who quit because they have a choice. I think all these businesses that don’t agree with forcing vaccines should open up their own businesses - & let others choose if they want to use their services. Vaccinated or not, I am thankful for everyone still here to celebrate another year, 2 people I know this year passed away, neither from covid… both vaccinated - they had to be. I was gifted some more feathered family for the coop, I’m thankful as the pen looked a little empty since the goats are gone. They are also different chickens! I admit, I had no idea until recently there were so many different chickens, not all are great egg layers- but an artists delight! I have at least 6 different breed of chickens now to enjoy. Each very different in appearance, it’s been a pleasure just sitting watching- they all seem to get along and still no fighting, I guess because the coop & pen have lots of room to roam & scratch. Give thanks! I’m thankful for chickens & choice! ThankFULL
Happy Thanks giving. I am thankful for much.. especially for the humans & creatures in my life that bring me daily joy. It’s not always joyful or painless but without sorrow & suffering we wouldn’t understand how much we do have to be thankful for - like breathing. What a lesson covid has been. This past year I went out of my way to re-connect with a few (family in particular) because I lost a few. I knew one in particular whom I loved. I think of my friend Lauren daily, taken too soon. Here today gone tomorrow - Give thanks for everyone still with us & every lesson. Many have lost someone these past couple of years or have had to deal with things they never anticipated and will continue to do so, I pray for strength on a global scale. I might not ‘SEE’ many but texts, calls, letters & social media have kept me feeling connected, smile, distract & have me feeing hopeful for them & myself. I’m thankful for my furry companions who are always by my side, make me laugh, keep me active & playful everyday while they prove their unconditional love - they inspire me to ‘try’ to do the same, I’m not always successful but I shall continue to try as long as I am here. Love each other. I’m thankful for my family & friends who check this page out & keep me close, I am thinking of friends today all over the world! That alone is something to be thankful for - the friends I have made along this journey. Thank you. I’m thankful for paint. I’m thankful for each day & each experience, making me stronger & bringing me closer to Jesus & God. Give Thanks!!! Amen. Frig I love fall! All the colours everywhere you look.
Mushrooms found with every footstep. It's impossible not to be inspired by nature. The only downfall is the falling leaves makes it harder to find the dogs balls on the off chance they don't see where they go. Arrow loves it outside and sit outside looking in windows watching me - guilt tripping me to come OUTSIDE & play! I'm grateful for my dogs - keeping me active & inspired & playful.. It's easy for fall into the routine of sitting in front of the Tv once the colder weather comes. When I think of the time- YEARS wasted watching T.V, many times not even interested in watching t.v. but doing it simply because that's what Norm did, I get pissed off at myself. I'd rather toss the T.v now than fall into that trap again. Life is precious - so much to do & learn instead of being controlled by the t.v control. Watching others live fake lives while our are being wasted watching. We complain we don't have enough hours in the day to do what they want or need to do but easily spend 5 or more hours a night in front of the boob tube. I'd rather spend time with a book or painting and drawing. I think we all do have regrets as we get older.. mine is definitely watching too much t.v., or doing what others do - when you'd rather be doing something else. People wonder why they are not successful - look into the habits of those that are successful - I'll guarantee you - they don't sit around watching T.V. all night, every night. I'd rather watch leaves fall. We all know when it comes to drinking, eating & drugs - moderation is best but rarely do we hear about moderation when it comes to television. We were created to create.. not sit & watch television. Time to play with the dogs & watch leaves fall. Buddha Wisdom helps remind me of much... thank you Buddha. I ask for wisdom & strength daily, God has provided all I need & I'm grateful. I show my appreciation by painting. Confident God will continue to provide wisdom - daily. Not too long ago, paint was a 'luxury item', purchased one tube at a time. I find NOW, I'm grateful for these lessons - they have taught me appreciation, being resourceful & how to mix my own colours. <<< Art for the gazebo, I'm keeping it simple & naturally inspired. Acrylic on - I forget what it's called - but don't get it wet! It swells. The Sun, the moom & truth - in this case, I represent the truth with a mushroom cap. Natural medicine & the NOW current understanding/exposing of psilocybin for its beneficial attributes for mental health & wellness, although it was known a couple of decades ago, we were mislead or lied to... how ever you choose to describe it'. Quite an awakening with being told NOW, Aliens (one example) are believed to be real by Armies & government around the world. Aliens don't concern me as much as currently Earthly events. We NOW know Cannabis does not kill you - let alone give you a case of "Reefer Madness". How many people lost their livelihoods, families & friends & did jail time, over lies - too many & counting. Homosexuality was thought to be a form 'mental illness' by Dr.s. Cigarettes were doctor recommended - NOW, proven responsible for countless deaths. NOW, I'm grateful Dr.s informed us Storm would need morphine, opiates & other various drugs' - it forced us to learn the wisdom of cannabis. It made me look into medications & understand what they do to our insides over time, I read long ago about the FDA. Do you know how many items the FDA has previously approved and then had removed? Do you understand NOW how many medications FDA approved, have killed or made people sicker over time & still do? How most FDA approved medications needed at least 5 - 7 years of testing before approval... I have some awareness into it. I can't understand why others are not as curious, NOW. Three things cannot be long hidden - the Sun, moon & truth. More monkeys! I now call them my podcast primates - that's when they appear. I don't need to think, just about what colour - the rest happens. I really enjoy them and find them amazingly, peaceful to paint. Best of all I can work on them while listening to podcasts and focus on what I am listening to.. Painting in acrylic takes more concentration for me, then I usually enjoy classical music or classical guitar & bit of classic gospel. There's nothing like Elvis, K.D. Lang or the Blind Boys of Alabama to sooth the soul.
Jordan Peterson likes classic Disney movies! Me too... I recently listened to the podcast on The Lion King & Carl Jung. I understand the Lion King and how animators try to get the point across as best as they can, simply (with few words) 'visually' as possible. My opinion is yes, he nailed it. Everything he said does represent the best possible animated visuals. I thought - everyone must 'get it' but apparently many don't. I guess that's why not everyone is a successful animator - let alone a Disney animator. Animator means 'to be in be in spirit'- inspired, according to Jordan, I agree. I'm curious to hear his take on Pinocchio. When ever anyone is engaged in deep creation, they are absolutely in spirit. All else disappears. When painting, I forget about covid, climate change (whew- it's been humid) and corruption. The Taliban too. A break from the world and all events. My mind for my own health needs the break - how about you? Jordan Peterson makes me think, some like him, some detest him- either way - he makes people think. Isn't that why we are all here? I have changed my mind on several topics after listening to him in depth.. I guess the most obvious, I'm not for choosing a specific politician any longer - Liberal or Conservative - each has their own agenda. Call me 'Hoaky'... I am for the greater good of the people. I try to understand the actions of others (& myself) before I judge and try not to judge at all, if possible. Instead I try to chalk it up to 'new found knowledge', show some compassion or empathy & move on. Lesson learned. One of my preferred quotes is: We're all just walking each other home. ` Ram Das. I listen to podcasts so I don't become absorbed in thoughts of things I can't control, like the plight of women in Afghanistan right now. Cover yourself or risk being stoned to death. Steal food to feed your family & risk getting your hand chopped off - how will this create a community where anyone would want to live? Seeing images of humans hanging onto the wings & wheels of jets as they take off is a sign of desperation like I've never witnessed, if that is what they feel forced to do... I can't & won't judge the life they have or the desire to leave. Thankful for being born in Canada... No complaints here - except for the mosquitos. They suck. Grateful to be able to paint primates while listening to podcasts. I chose to be 'happier than' this weekend. It was a wise decision as the universe co-operated.
I was up with the birds Saturday morning & painted a couple of these 'happier than' statements, can you guess the others? I'm wondering if it's a Canadian thing... There's so much going on it's easy to get caught up in conflict so I wanted to focus on happy for my own peace of mind. It worked. I also painted and mailed several cards in the hopes of brightening others day, as that IS what makes me happy. When you focus on being a blessing the Universe returns the blessing. Perhaps with more than a French fry. Frig- painting this had me drooling for McDonald French fries- lol - it's been about 3 years without a Big Mac & fries. I was blessed with a text & photo(s) that made my weekend, had me smiling & reminiscing, still. I felt - 'special'. Haha Blessed with rain, keeping everything cool & GREEN - my garden is flourishing- raised beds are the way to go. Blessed with a dog who has found 5 balls, so there's never an excuse (in her mind) not to play, & play we did. Blessed with education as I listened to podcasts - in particular, Jordan Peterson on Psilocybin! YAY! I really enjoy his podcasts but man it's a work out for my brain at times- lol, my vocabulary gets better with each listen. It's only a matter of time now (I predict 2 years or less) where psilocybin will be available... blessing many in return with better health and an abundance of 'happier than' moments. What a great weekend it was. I'm grateful for the continued journey & all the Universe has in store... much more. Today, I hope you are happier than this seagull with a McDonalds French fry. The seagull is gouache painted on Black black paper by Fabriano - I find the paper weigh must have changed since my last order as the paper buckles but it's interesting and adds to the art IMO - I'm sure I'll master the correct consistency as I continue to paint. A few years ago I saw this gazebo in a shed magazine I purchased, before we moved here. Then, it appeared in my PIN feed to remind me - dreams come true. I loved the look, clean & simple yet elegant, mostly - I loved that it was completely screened in. Let me tell you, if you live in the woods - it is an absolute must! Now there's a screened in reading, meditating & praying gazebo (Japanese inspiration) in my yard! No bugs allowed! Just 30 feet from the house - placed where it was meant to be. It took Norm a bit to figure it out from only the photo - I knew he could. I've hardly been out of it since it was built. The details of all the tiny custom made screens including 10 tiny around the top & 4 large triangles and the beams, have you looking up with appreciation for the craftsmanship. It's smaller than 9 by 9 yet big enough for 2 or 1, (and dogs). We have several outdoor sitting areas, including a dining area- but this is the only screened in, perfect for overcast & evenings & rain! From it you can watch the sun rise & the sun go down on the other side. A chair for reading, small end table for my coffee/tea and a day bed' made from our old sofa cushions and a frame that's stained the same as the gazebo... it's perfectly peaceful! Here's where the custom mushroom shelf is installed! It looks better than I imagined. Staggered, they will easily hold a cup of tea or glass of bubbly & my buddha with candle. I did not want electricity... no speakers, no noise, other than the wind chimes. Nature & silence is the 'noise we appreciate most - birds chirping, trees swaying and the rain on the roof is incredibly relaxing. 'The dogs love it! Daisy thinks the day bed is hers - once raised, I told her she has to get up on her own! Arrow is the one that opens the door for everyone & there's a rope installed inside the door- I'm training her how to open it to get out. The view is lovely, yesterday tiny birds sat & sang in the branches beside me, it's easy to fall asleep - I'm sure it will have many nap sessions. From the moment I saw this gazebo the magazine, it kept reappearing...
I could imagine us sitting & relaxing in it - before we even moved here, it was waiting. God knew... a special place to pray, read & give thanks. It's holiday Monday! I'll be in the gazebo with the girls taking it easy, relaxing with a good book, tea made from raspberry leaves (picked fresh) and possible napping - if Daisy shares. Have faith! Never stop believing. It's mental health Monday - I couldn't think of a better spot to continue positive thinking'. No mosquitos permitted! Happy August & Holiday Monday - I hope you are feeling peaceful where ever you BE. Arrow is One! Today we're celebrating and having a small, private Pawty!
The meat pie is in the oven. The balls are ready to throw! The girls are ready & so am I. Today we choose to celebrate & give thanks! We ALL love it here! Where God put us - to enjoy the adventure... birds, raccoons, bears, exploring the forest - it's our dream come true. All my dogs are heaven sent, Arrow is no exception. I'm blessed to have her. I remember stipulating: I want the runt of the litter. Not only did she end up being an all black German shepherd but she's no runt. My friend has a dog from the same litter (her sister) - who is looks like a traditional German shepherd (grey & brown) so this was a shock but NOW, Im thrilled. It makes her all the more stealthy, at night - forget it... I can't see her but she listens really well and comes when I call... at record speed I might add. Out one door, if I close it and stay inside - she is in though the dog door before I can close the other. Arrow is my new shadow- she never leaves my side. She sleeps by my door and outside the sauna door when I'm in it. I couldn't have asked for a more protective furry pal. She loves all her sisters, especially Daisy. Ginger & Arrow have a love hate relationship. Arrow knows to grab Gingers baby and wave it in her face- come and get it- me. Ginger needs the exercise. The two crack me up daily! They are always together, we hang out as a pack! Poppy is still the boss and lets Arrow know it- with her snarls- LOL Arrow simply looks and licks her head. I love my dogs! They are my friends, companions & entertainment who would - no doubts, fight a bear for me. I hope they never have to. I've not felt lonely during this pandemic- they won't let me. When I do feel sad, one of them - if not all - seem to know and soon I'm being snuggled - like it or not. Bring it on. I'm blessed with each one & ALL my past dogs. Dogs are Gifts from God. Everyone heaven sent. Amen Show your dogs some love- perhaps throw them a small Pawty! Let the games begin!! Ball throwing for at least an hour - several times today - YAY! Alice mobile..
This piece ended up ‘on the Shelf’. Most artists have a shelf- and once there stuff doesn’t always end up getting finished. I forced myself to move forward. It’s been a difficult week, thinking about Lauren. Not painting, not creating because I am depressed about he death - would be an insult to Lauren as she loved my creativity. Remembering ‘we’re all mad here’ - helped me to move forward. Off the shelf & twirling in the garden. As I was filming a humming bird appeared and zipped around all sides! Checking it out- great, just what one needs…an art critic first thing in the morning. Hee hee. Clearly he approved! When I took it down (not meant for outdoors) to hang in the studio, he sat on the feeder looking at me - It was one of those: How cool is this moment!? Very. His tiny blessing was felt huge. It’s difficult some days - getting started, especially when effected by grief, depression or illness… JUST do it! Reach for that item off the shelf & finish it. Task accomplished & now we can enjoy & move on. Time.. it takes time - NOT pills. The hardest part of this art was the attaching of the pieces!Arthritis sucks and I remind YOU: THANK GOD for cannabis! Frustrated, I put it down & lit the joint that was in the cats mouth - relaxed and went at it again - success! My mind & fingers slightly more nimble. Wire attached- Twirling in the garden! Use it or lose it. Created to create. With much TLC & THC Next, a new portrait. Painted with much love. Smiling faces.
It's GREEN - buds turned to leaves and we can't get enough of it. The mosquitos are also out & about. They keep you moving, me running and waving my arms... The dogs think it's fun & it's just begun. I caught Norm standing in his summer covid work shorts, a.k.a underwear, admiring his shop from a distance. It made me smile. It's nice to finally been able to work for himself, I can't tell you how many times he'd come home and show me these amazing photos of work he did - at someone else's house. Our old home was full of unfinished. He gets it, now. I still say things to keep him on his toes " that new kitchen table isn't gonna bird itself! He still has a normal honey do list. Cut tress...is that the new norm? haha - you bet! One year & he can actually enjoy & create in his shop. I did want to mention he did have outside help from the best little lumber store EVER. Country cottage builders, just literally around the corner in Carnarvon. Their www doesn't appear to be working but a map is below. I highly recommend them! Nick ( whom I call 'Robo), who we dealt with a great deal, was the nicest, professional, polite and patient guy we've ever worked with in this sort of industry. He deserves a raise, imo. I know how busy they are. Very helpful & encouraging. The delivery drivers were also also very nice & professional. I get why they do good business. They even assisted with the plans for the shop. When I asked if any would come up and start my generator the winter Norm was not here yet, a they said 'sure! We've met so many helpful, kind -hard workers up here, this past year, it's all added to the building process & we are thankful. It's made it easy to keep inspired and creative. I'm taking a few days to focus on a couple of acrylic paintings. I want to paint much love into them. Have a lovely day. Remember... We're all mad here. >^..^< The Universe is in us... I rarely remember this.
I was considering a car.. for fun, I intentionally tried to 'imagine' driving it. I could not. No matter how often I tried, I just couldn't get past the visual of me & the dogs sitting in the car. That was enjoyable enough to make me smile, imagining us in matching scarves. It was only a few weeks later I understood - 'I can't' because, I don't want it. I have no desire to drive around aimlessly, I have no desire to leave. I'm content. It feels - wonderful. Leaves are starting to appear, a trillium has sprouted and will bloom soon. I picked a few RAMP leaves to make ramp butter, but will leave the patch hardly touched so it may flourish in future years to come! I am reminded of the universe all it's gifts & who & what matters. The site update is going slow as I'm enjoying painting & playing with patterns. I'm enjoying less time online & more outside, the dogs are thrilled to be exploring too. Focused on chimps.. I'm getting to the point I can paint a pretty impressive chimp from imagination, so it's become more about exploration & education & pleasure. Grateful - for every day & every lesson... pleased to paint chimps. I am stardust. You too. Inspired by nature & photographers.
I use to think… not everyone who says they are ‘artists’ are artists & the same for photographers but now I believe we are ‘all’ artist & photographers, just at different levels. I’m grateful for photographers that show us the rest of the world. I have a couple of friends who are amazing photographers Each completely original & inspiring. Some inspire a painting as did this little bear . Photo takes by: Ilana Block who is on instagram with her incredible animal imagery. It’s wonderful that we have all these creatures to see because photographers share their gift. Ilana & Ezra also recently combined talents and voices and created a music video that is relevant, thought provoking and lovely. I encourage you to watch! It’s titled: The Wildlife - The Walled Life. You will be inspired - by words & images. Time to paint some inspiring creatures. Created to create. Like water off a ducks back. Let negativity & nasty humans roll off - like water off a ducks back.
I woke this morning with a vision of me driving my ‘green’ BMW convertible with the girls & we all had on scarves - blowing in the wind! I laughed out loud decided to make it a goal.. WHY NOT? Why not have the car of my dreams to enjoy with my furry children! Just the idea makes me smile. This past week I was reminded many times: I am loved. I am love. THANK YOU.. you know who you are. We forget sometimes, perhaps feeling overwhelmed with life, covid, others behaving badly.. we forget we are STARDUST! We are the universe - created by the Creator - to create! I remember. One night before sleep - I drew on a Tank top (image below) the very next morning from around the world - I had a friend message me & it started with the exact words I wrote on my T = I AM love. That I am!! I know who I am - how about you? Today I will live who I am - expecting miracles, knowing I am more than capable to handle life's lessons - embracing them. ALL of them. Yes, I understand everything & everyone for a reason - even the negative lessons once understood ARE blessing, an opportunity to prove ourselves. Rise above with LOVE! I recently read: The best gift we can offer ANYONE is to wish for them success! How cool is that? Done. I intentionally went outside - with my pine friends and prayed - I thought of names, faces… and wished them great success. I’m already surrounded by creative beings many starting NEW businesses, refusing to be slowed down by the pandemic they are pushing forward with hopes & dreams - they will succeed. All are kind, hard working, creative & optimistic.. we will succeed. I had an awakening a month or so ago with thanks to psilocybin medication it was in ‘finally’ my documenting & accepting my past experiences - I was able to process understood: Had my mother received the help she needed’ during difficult times, we would have both had a ‘better experience’. The circle of life. Mushrooms are truly The Golden teachers- like all teachers you must pay attention. I am happy to hear she is well. Grateful for the experience & time... 'I have released it - left in the past where it indeed belongs. Just memories that no longer have any power over me. Recently, I was made aware, some used my own blog to try to intentionally hurt me (lesson learned), they in fact tried to 'shame me' for sharing my mental health journey.. it didn't work out that way, not everyone agreed & I was made aware so they in fact only shamed themselves. I gave it to God & am confident it is being recognized & addressed. Their unjustified hatred, obvious to many... they exposed IT & themselves. The Lord works in mysterious ways. I AM - EXACTLY WHERE GOD WANTS ME, I will thrive as I alwasy do. Surrounded with beings who will aslo thrive. I'll prove it (wait & see) other than the occasional bump’ I am joyful & I recognize we still have time to forgive’ & did. My mother & I are communicating, the first time in a few years. We forgave each other. I pray she lives a long, joy filled life, she has learned how to bounce back & thrive & I know she will continue to do so. She taught me to do the same - I'm more ways than one. I accept her as she is - I love her as she is. I am stronger & wiser because of her. Thanks mom. It’s a new rainy day! Who has time for anger & resentment- NOT me, I have friends who remind me they LOVE me, they believe in me, encourage me & I will paint today as it is pure JOY to do so. I will rise ABOVE & thrive - I will succeed - lol How about you? Time to order those 6 matching scarves!! Georgia… on your mind. After all.. you are here, right now.. reading, so I must be. hee hee hee :) Our little Nugget is getting bigger, sweet to watch playing with her mom & step dad ;D
We don't know if Indica is the father perhaps I should book him on the Maurey show. Nugget tries to head butt her mom and you can see they are teaching her, much more gentle than with each other. They all sleep snuggled in the tiny loft in the goat barn & their body heat really keeps it warm in there, it's also insulated. They seem very content, Indica has taken up playing with the dogs through the fence & it's comical. We're happy we decided to put them where we did because we can see them through the kitchen window & it's amusing to see them looking back. I must have an incredibly rare breed of goat - this goat Indica, he turns his nose up at most things we offer him & gives a disgusted 'SNORT' just to make sure you know his displeasure. Sativa & Nugget eat everything. They did NOT eat the cannabis plants last summer but did enjoy some dried leaves & branches, I'll plant one for them this year to try again. Cannabis & Hemp are good for all, humans and creatures. 8 Painted turtles waiting to be painted - a busy day today!
The first is alwasay the most fun - the first is the prototype and fun! The first takes the most thought, once I decide on colours I let loose.. these turtles take a long time, nice & slow. What ant adventure these houses have been. God puts everyone in our path - I'm happy Tom & I have had this creative experience it's pushed me 'out of the box or out of the House'. I'm thinking FOX next. Once painted I deliver them back & Tom works diligently to promote, sell & raise $. All $ raised from the sale of the birdhouses is donated to local charities. I don't care who he chooses... I'ts all good - I'm happy to contribute. & make people smile with a cold bird house! I'm told they make lovely gifts. ;) I've quite to collection myself now - who knew. I think I might build a 'birdhouse Arch' to put them all on: Snoopy, fish, loon, chicken, bluejay, turtle & the original 2 painted poppy houses. I can't wait for the birds to MOVE it! Norm clear coats them - so they should be fine outdoors. The Snoopy house stays in the studio. In the spring Tom will set up a display for passing tourists ;). I've had several ask 'If we ship? Sorry to say No, thanks for asking, to box up alone - they are heavy, it would add easily $20 just to ship. Im already thinking about the next creature, as long as Tom keeps up I guess I will as well. It's a gift when you can use 'your gift' to help others, I'm grateful for the opportunity. How are you feeling in your bubble? This made Norm laugh out loud when he noticed it. ;) I read that quote and couldn't help but think of the righteous branch - Cannabis.
Reminded for all the CHILDREN it helps to this day (and adults) - now MORE than ever... & in our lifetime LEGAL - Miracles do come true! Every day. I noticed when I moved here a common occurrence on the local radio station with constant negative remarks towards cannabis... one morning the "D.J" actually commented - it being pretty much a 'joke', that a cannabis worker - would be considered an essential worker. Wow ... at a time when I know my son & all others are working record amount of hours, struggling like most other companies with all sorts of disruptions, employees health issues, concerns & more growing quality medicine… yes, to many is still is very much a MEDICINE. WHO is anyone to judge anyone for anything right now? Yet alone what they choose to heal and help themselves with. I never heard them knocking opiates or alcohol, quite that opposite - the alcohol mentality flourishes, I had no idea the amount of alcohol songs even existed, let alone encouraged with a tune at 9 a.m. cheers, I see why it would be a constant problem for many struggling alcoholics, reminded all day long with song. I’m pretty sure they understand the power of song. Also ironic for any radio station, playing the music created by many of the artists who in fact used, promoted and were no doubts inspired by cannabis - to the point songs were indeed created in homage. Slightly hypocritical - no? I indeed contacted them and informed them of the importance of essential workers in the cannabis industry, and to please refrain from such remarks in the future. I was made aware my opinion was not appreciated, probably not - I told them if they continued, I would report them… needless to say the remarks seemed to have ceased. I'm done with anyone thinking they can shame or judge anyone for their cannabis use anymore. The fact that they STILL do only displays a lack of education & compassion and really - is it a ‘wise’ move, at a time in Canada when Cannabis is absolutely a GROWING - thriving industry? More elderly than ever are using cannabis NOW to assist with chronic paint than ever - AMEN. Anyhow I’m grateful for the education and solved the issues easily… Inhale the good shit & exhale the bad shit - or simply ‘turn off & tune in’. Hello Alexa. :) Please play some lovely music without all the judgemental bullshit. For creating ‘art' (or anything) the less distraction - ‘opinions of others’ when you are trying to create - for the creator… the better. Listen to your heart. Listen to the Lord. Listen to podcasts! lol I prefer instrumental music best when painting. Cannabis is a gift from God. Don’t let ANYONE shame you for being joyful’ that’s how cannabis makes countless feel… just ask those suffering with cancer. Amen Ho ho ho!
Well, the next bird houses are on the table waiting for paint - they look good without - so I'm confident they will sell quickly as Chicken lover Christmas Gifts! Tom has done quite well with who he has donated $$$ to to date! Bravo. I'm happy to help. I’ve been busy creating Christmas gifts & making Christmas cards - I made one card that had me buckled over in laughter (long story - for another day) & had me thinking about a surprise ‘Hero’ of 2020 - more later. So, making cards makes me feel good.. when I’m reading about a woman who was legally assisted to die (in Canada) -because she did not want to endure another lock down alone. Let alone Christmas.. Tis the season. I’m painting gifts - that keeps me thinking about the recipient(s) - whom I must care for or I would not be panting gifts, I can’t ‘fake it’ - not even painting. It’s always a joy… so I’ll keep busy painting gifts for a few I enjoy thinking about this Christmas. I am thinking about SO MANY this Christmas in particular - all around the world I have friends- how blessed is that - and not just one’s I’ve made on social media - real humans - I’ve been blessed with meeting - when we could meet and hug, snuggle, smooch.. laugh with, wink at… when we could. With out feeling guilty about it. I’m confident some will feel it - across the miles… My love for them. I hope everyone is focusing on themselves and what keeps us smiling.. if only on the inside for now - mask free. Alcohol is a depressant - please remember this - me too. Shop local!!! Your neighbour needs it more than Jeff Bezos - holy cow.. don’t get me started. There is a song on Canoe Fm 100.9 (love it) - “Don’t get me started…” a song I know many are singing this year. Speaking of- Canoe- they really promote Indigenous MUSIC & it’s a terrific idea to introduce someone to Canadian artists - buy a CD - support a Canadian band - not preforming due to the pandemic. I bought Canadian & locally and artisan including the terrific paddles from the Halliburton Forest! Time to get back painting those paddles! Time to get back painting and watch some Christmas movie to stimulate painting ideas- even if, not in the 'jolliest' mood. With TLCandiecanes. |