So theatres are open..  hmmm  
Will you go to the movies and sit in the dark with others? Possibly with someone who has covid? Possibly risking your health for a movie & popcorn? I guess we all have to make choices.  It's not my business what others choose - frankly, I don't care.   I am watching the USA - that's enough to keep me here.  Watching Netflix and goats. ;)

I like orange kitties...  maybe I'll get one, now that Bird is not longer with us.
I never wanted to take the chance before.
I painted this up in smoke cat a couple of days ago - just to paint... & then I heard of an orange kitten looking for a new home!   Hmmm - will this kitty be waiting for me?
Let's see...  if it's still available I'll go get it today.  Will this smoke image turn into the real deal? If so I might paint a donkey next - LOL !  Just joking. No donkeys needed.
If not, I'll wait patiently for the next little life waiting to enter our lives, there always room to help one more.  I won't go out and buy a kitten but if one need s home - I'll provide it.

Charles Schults said "...artist block is for amatures."
With all that is before us from God - how can we ever 'NOT, be inspired?
Currently, I am painting my goats.
Intentionally trying to paint myself happy - imagining a joyfull visual & focusing on it.

I'm sure that man that asaulted 3 people and died was dealing with more than 'mask stress',  poor old guy :(  73 years old & this is how  he wil be remembered.  The phone turned off, no news.. the gate is closed, no visitors.  

I'm done with humans for a bit (too many are struggling - I hope not to add to the overall 'mood' will focus on calming the mind & twitch & joy.   My new painting makes me smile... I smiled the moment I saw it in the studio this morning.  I paint so much - I can sometimes forget - what's on the easel! lol    Today it was a nice suprise  to see Indica & Satia- out in the pen & on the canvas.  I'll be watching goats & chickens & blackberries ripen & waiting for all the tiny miracles all around to develop.  

Have you seen (Netflix) the mini docuseries on the Drug war?
It is an eye opener- Please watch.   I get excited thinking canada will decriminalize drug possession for personal sue. Finally.  I admire the woman who is in the series - what a rock star. I've been learning about the war on HUMANs, disguised as the war on drugs for over 10 years now, but it's been going on MUSH longer - used to imprison many - wrongfully.
For doing something countless do.. (but don't get caught)  how about you?   

With TLC & THC
​Georgia

We watched a documentary on Netflix on Transgender titled: Disclosure.  it was very interesting and a few things 'clicked' especially the part about Bugs bunny- Yes! I get that!  I was & AM still (obviously) inspired by Bugs - No doubts loony toons influenced my growing up to some degree & I relate to Bugs most. I think, I'm nice like BugsBunny (& creative) but don't piss me off or you might hear:  Of course you know.. this means war.        lol

Bugs was a POSITIVE role model for many kids growing up and why should transgender be any different. Bugs would dress & behave as a woman with class, grace, beauty & intelligence. Teaching kids from as young as 5 - 17 , I noticed several times.. this child is different, gay.  I never thought anything else of it, nothing negative - ever. It was obvious to me anyhow, thinking back- I bet it was obvious to the parents too, perhaps they were in denial.  Who cares?  Not me. I do not care about your sexual preference, if you choose to change your appearance - to best suit you.. -AMAZING!  We are created to create- EACH one of us - SHINW- anyway you know how.  Children taught me being gay, homosexual, transgender - was not an option but a way of life for them. Naturally.

As long as a human is not harming another- what business is if ours - how we present ourselves to the world. We have one simple task- choose Joy! Express Joy...  I've come to realize it is an absolute sin to not give thanks for each new day, no matter the situation.  Yesterday was Canada day, it too now comes with past history issues (I need to research further), NOW - in the moment- it represents to me - reminds me - I love the country I live in.  Canada is beautiful & we teach constantly - all can live together- Toronto is the melting pot of the world. That is something to be VERY proud about Canada.  
If you have fears about transgender ( it's the only reason I can think of anyone hating a transgender person) - it's more about confusion.   Watch the documentary.

When it comes to children I do not encourage  'directing' them any way. Honestly I wish they did not see as much as they do on television because I do believe it adds to confusion. All they should be encouraged to do - is create, 'shine' & be nice tiny humans..
Encourage letting them discover for themselves the direction they will go with their own bodies - & loving them & supporting them with the difficult (in many cases) decision.  Lord knows, we all face enough anguish from strangers who do NOT know us but continue to judge us for many reasons.  Anything that makes us want to be better humans should be embraced. 

with TLC & THC
Georgia 

Ginger thinks she's a chicken.

Yeah!!!!  Tody marks 14 days  of isolation & quarintine - living with Norm...
Many did not realize, I've been living alone for 9 months, it was educational.
I was able to unpack, sort out and get settled before Norm arrived.  

Between moving, selling our home and work, Norm was not able to be here with us until 2 weeks ago.  I must say  he did it, I left and he had WORK to do & YES, I knew he would- he did it!  Yes... WE ARE finally CELEBRATING!  

This year we will be married 28 years and frankly, I don't give a fuck what anyone "thinks" they know about our relationship. Someone comment recently, after watching us argue, Norm & I arguing due to stress is common as it is with most Relationships...  They "could never do it- live like THAT".   Like what? Arguing form time to time?
An opinion, I might add made by someone NEVER having been in a long term relationshiop - phhhhbt.  Some think relationships are not about arguing - in 28 years? Give me a fucking break.  I literally laughed out loud at an article stating: Isolation with a mate will make or break a relationship.  No shit.  

This is nothing. We have come thru some serious difficult times in 28 years and we will come thru this one too! As the team we've obviously become.  Storm keeps us grounded too.
9 month was great- FOR US BOTH. He missed us like crazy ;).  Norm has a new appreciation for us... me in particular.  & I missed him...  I'm well aware of the handyman I have but I found myself CONSTANTLY worried about him.  Now he is here and we are excited about the journey to continue, BOTH so grateful to be in our new home.  We've both acknowledged - we can do this..   and yes WE can.  Together, we will make this home our EDEN.  

The past two weeks have me been SCREAMING: 6 FUCKING FEET NORM!!  
Wash YOUR HANDS!  Blow your nose!! Stay out of the kitchen!  Don't TOUCH ANYTHIN!! He moved up and was promptly BANISHED into his bedroom for 2 weeks - only able to use his bathroom and go outside. 14 days NOW & we both feel fantastic, ready to go out and chop trees! We have agreed we will not be leaving our property for 2 weeks.
I know from 28 years of strugglin with bills - how to stretch food/meals. ;)  Who knew?  
YES, this is a difficult time - learn from it- that person you are 'stuck' with... it's not all lovely dovey - it's HARD work. Surviving a deadly pandemic with someone..
 It's nice not to be alone.  I never 'feel' alone,  I think it's because we keep pretty busy- dogs help too. 
If you can survive this with your partner.. you will  survive more.
Have patience.  Give each other space.  WASH your fucking hands and stay HOME! 

With TLC & THC 
Georgia

You can see this chimp timelapse painted today on my instagram account: Georgia Toons

What's the word of the day - Cancelled. GOOD.  Closed - BARS  - CLOSED AMEN.
What's it take- how many deaths.. ask Italy.
Yikes, I can't help but think - this is going to get way worse, in the USA in particular- before it gets better.  I had to unfollow a few on IG, I can't take the mentality - in particular, Americans who post  about others buying toilet paper - while they stock up on AMO to take the toilet paper - wow.  Holy cow- nothing like putting it out there  in early stages of the game.  It's no game tho.

What I think some  Americans don't realize - is Canadians own guns too... what do they think we do all day? Build igloos.  
Gun sales have hit record highs the past few days.  I am surrounded  by hunters - living here 9 months, seeing bear pooh in my yard, hearing wolves in my backyard,  it's easy to get lost on my property too - I found that out already (and I was'nt far) ... I understand it differently, now.  If I saw a coyote on our property, eyeing one of my girls... yes, I think I would shoot it.  I've been told they can be a problem and known to attack  dogs.  I was educated on that fact in California. 

  It's always good to be prepared as we are finding out...  I have toilet paper, stuff to bake bread & potatoes ;) I hear Toronto is like a ghost city. GOOD.  Times are going to get difficult but really -  some are already resorting to threaten to steal your toilet paper- at gun point... COME on PEOPLE is this how we behave?  This is a big test and when over, how will you have done, passed or failed? 
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How about online shopping? The post office will be thriving in this. 
Today, I noticed a small business who has offered to deliver! Terrific!
Right to the end of my driveway, I'm excited. Talk about service. lol  
I choose to support them today & thank them for their creativity!
Is there any business you can help?  It might not solve all financial fears but it just might cheer someone up... I bet there are many who are feeling a little bluer than normal.
Have faith.  Be patient & learn a new hobby! Im painting anew timelapseto share tomorrow and trying to design a few kids printouts -for a free download to keep the kiddies amused. Kiddies of all ages ;D.

Ending on great news- SPRING is Friday- Maybe this snow will melt! hahaha  
Yesterday I saw my first ROBIN! Yeah!!!  I had worms waiting. Feed the birds.
BE safe, STAY in & WASH your hands. 

Even a monkey can do it- WASH YOUR HANDS.   SOAP KILLS.
What an awakening this is.

I don't get the mindset of some - whom, I 'thought' were intelligent...
I saw someone I know  post out at a bar on social media-  Hooplah! Cheers! It's all a big joke. In particular, I know this person has grandparents - I know the grandparents & I don't want to see them get sick due to some selfish, immature 20 year old who thinks they are immune' - so who give a fuck about others. WTF is wrong with some people. I felt bad for their mom.  FEAR or Stupidity.  Still...  & If you think I am the only one thinking  it - think again.  I  was disappointed to say the least & shut off IG.  
This shitty behaviour will ruin careers when this is all over. Wait & see.

Places determined to stay open for March break reak of desperation for that last buck instead of the concern for our extended famalies.  People will remember how others behave & the decision a business makes.  Another business I purchase from -  the owners are  planning a big drunk - St. Pattys day party -  they share on social media...  wow.
 
I will never do business with that organization again... if this is how they really behave - I am glad to know it...     in a crisis where people are getting sick & dying - who are you?
Think no one is watching?  BUZZFEED last night had "13 photos of the worse example of humanity, currently" - ALL photos of mindless drunks lining up to celebrate St. Patty's in a crowded public bars.. wow.       Try not to judge, it's difficult.
I have a friend I'm very worried about in the city.. her health not good, I can imagine her thoughts at this wrecklessness attitude. Is it becaue only the old are dying?  
WAKE the fuck up - WE all get old and if not now - I guarentee your time is coming.. lol  
one might want to anticipate the furture a wee bit... it has a tendacy to be repeated.
This won't be the last pandemic.  

I looked further into people in prison - if you know any - now is the time to say "hello!!"
It is not good-  a prison is not designed for this - the opposite actually. In NY they are considering releasing inmates over 60 - for fear- keeping them in prison is a death sentence with this Corona virus.  & Some don't have soap. In NewYork the prisoners are actually making the hand sanatizer - they are not permitted to use - it's illegal. That's fucked up.
 If they get sick the reality is - someone who gets sich NOT in jail will get preference over someone in jail. NOT everyone is in jail for murder or serious harmful crimes- some only stupid stuff... & the anxiety levels in jail will be at an all time high, with less communication & little to NO interaction from the outside.  

Be thankful you have not chosen a life of crime.  Talk of forced lowering the phone bills (extortion at it's finest - I know it cost me more to speak to my brother in jail for 10 minutes - than 2 hours in Norway) is one suggestion - but it's just talk.. things need to be addressed now.  I don't think that's going to happen.  Im thinking of so many my head hurts.
Stress, even here in our Eden is creeping in.  Please wash your hands & say your prayers.
Clearly we can not rely on ALL other humans to lead by example - but you can... lead by example.   

I'm going to try to make some lovely art to distract, educate.. posible make someone smile. That's the plan. 

God Bless.

On my mind... I have happy dogs.  Ginger in particular is happy & chatty, providing constant amusement & smiles.  She is the opposite with strangers. My dogs love me & they know I love them..
All this land and Daisy never leaves the property - she circles it silently,  looking for rascals.  I've been reading & painting, painting & reading.  My truck was broke but my mechanic fixed it, not that I minded being house bound. I love it. 
I've made a new best friend the past 8 months.  Me.  

I've been reading 12 rules for life. I kept hearing about this guy.. a twitch from medication, detoxed in Russia, put into a coma to avoid withdrawal - then at the library I mentioned his name to the lovely librarian, she walked over & pulled it off the shelf, right in front of me.  
I believe it is by far one of the best books ever wrote and recommend it to all.  
        12 rules for life - an antidote to chaos  once again I was reminded of my limited (by choice) outside influences and realize 'this guy' - is allover youtube- you can watch many of his talks.  I like to encourage reading- it stimulates the brain.  I had to look up a few words. 'Nihilism' for one...  lol  Glad, I am not one who practices'.  He is Canadian, I giggled several times reading his book and pondered `Do Australians know what we mean when we say: Your on thin ice mister!!  
More on that later...next

It's Saturaday, I have a full day of painting and more planned.
Norms busy building- something. 

Teachers- Have you ever taught in an elementary school for a week?  You would understand VERY quickly WHY they DO deserve more money...  more than most hockey, football players or politicians'.

I read about a life prisoner murdering 2 known child pedophiles in jail.  I think he will be praised.  I'm not sure how I feel about it... Good in truth, I guess.  2 less terrible people on the planet.  Apparently, they were watching 'kids tv shows', taunting other inmates..
I know this happens I've discussed it in detail with my brother, who is no stranger to the prison system in Canada.  They also watch hunting shows, movies like the Dukes of Hazard,  (mindless crap) often violent & degrading to women in many regards.
Negative television  & news (in an already very negative environment)  only fuels anxiety in jail.    It is common sense to most of us out here- probably not a good choice.
My brother said "we don't care.. out of sight out of mind." He is writing a book on the topic in hopes of educating others...  nothing like first hand experience.
I agreed, out of sight out of mind but it is not that I think; we don't care as much as-
WE don't know.
It needs to be addresses for EVERYones sake. The sooner the better.
The fact that they are 'in jail' and  "authorities" seem to show no initiative for the  opportunity of EDUCATIONAL television is confusing to me. What any T.v> give them books.  You might not think this is important but most come out nastier than when they go in...  & they do, get out.  Fact. 

This railway protesting & RCMP are creating animosity and more hatred directed specifically toward indigenous people in Canada. 
I am with them.  I thank them.  I appreciate what they are doing for us.
We should be concerned only at this point about the health of Canada. Eh.
Gas? GREED. $$$$$$$$  
Short term jobs for Canadians - Long term and often permanent damage to our environment, plants, creatures- great & small.   
I'm so grateful to be surrounded by trees & birds, snow...  more than you know.

Now for some Saturday Morning fun:
The original Skunk & skunk . hee hee 

My next kitty will be orange.  
We have to get a kitten as to train her to like bird (like a brother - not a snack).  

We had a cat die not long ago.. she was sick for a while & it makes me sad to think of her,  with the move and all - I did not let it effect me like it usually does - I couln't.
We still have 'Fluffy' - very old cat, who remained with Norm during the transition, Fluffy was our outdoor cat that alwasy came home at night. Up here, I'm worried because she is so old that she  will  go out into the forest & not come back.  
These things, I finally understand are all part of life.. part of the journey.
Cats go missing...   Humans too.     

I'm getting a kitten & it will be able to go out the dog door into the enclosed area behing the house - to explore, the dogs can do their business. The plans have been drawn! Oh my, the plans.. Norms 'to do' list is longer than the driveway, I laugh.. everytime I tell someone.  Norm has already been offered a job - or two.  
Norm has a new boss & he knows it. Me.
This house needs a new floor - this 'parkay' has seen it's day!  
Then, he has a shop to build...  & a studio.

I'm painting! To fill my studio!  I have a new quote I found  & have printed it for our daily reminder:                                Work like God.  
                                               No task too humble.
                                              No scheme too grand.       ~R. Doughty

Amen! 

This orange kitty was imagined.  I have at least 6 that people have sent me  kitty photos via Instagram.  I plan on painting a few of them...
I'm going to send out a love calling into the universe for our new kitty to enter our home- An orange one that won't eat bird.  Time to bring in some wood- it's getting COLD tonight.
Norm & I will sauna just so we can run into the house at these temperatures and have our own private Polar bear run.  hee hee hee

with TLC & THC
Georgia

My first painting of 'Georgie Porgie'...  I did not name the bluejay, the woman that runs the Animal sanctuary did.   As fate has it,  Monika and I go way back!  She use to call me Georgie Porgie then... I had no clue that she lived 10 minutes from us when we bought this house.  The universe has brought us together again.  & NOW she runs a Animal Sanctuary! : Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary  
Friends with befits! She said I can come & take photos & paint the animals if I desire. I do!

I was relieved someone would know what to do with my bluejay!
Monica tells me he seems a bit better, is eating and is quite the chatterbox.  I'm so happy he is still alive, I think if he kept falling on his back - it would only have been a matter of time before some other creature would have gotten him.  These photos are my inspiration and I have more.. I'm also going to pop over & visit him soon.  

The Sanctuary is having a fundraiser for Valentines day & I think it's a terrific idea! 
For only $30.00 you can sponsor a little furry/feathered loved one for your loved one.
A Wild One for your Loved One!  
I already sponsored Georgie but you can too - it will help to pay for his care & the care of many other animals Monika & her team take in.  

I'm going to paint Georgie - several times, this was the first Gouache on black acid free paper.  8 x 10.  The feathers were relaxing.. I had a hard time stopping. lol
IF you would like to purchase this painting for a donation to (minimum $50.00, includes shipping) - The Woodlands Animal Sanctuary, send me an e mail. You can pay them direct & I'll send it out!  All proceeds will go for the animals. Even shipping. ;) 

Here are some details on the Valentine day fundraiser - I know I'd rather have an owl, deer  or fox - better than a box of chocolates that are not so good for me or my hips..  Spread the love to our little friends who need it most.  After watching Australia & it's wildlife perish...
I think it should make ALL of us a little more aware and care. 

Have a terrific day!
It's giong to get to -25 tonight, I've got wood to stack & bluejays to paint!

With TLC & THC
​Georgia

​Below... my next 'canvas' & a gift for my son.

It's the year of the rat!  
I'm not fond of rats even tho they are just bigger cute mice. lol
I got to thinking about rats painting this and how rats convinced me to look further into cannabis when I started to research - long ago now, it seems.  There was  very positive scientific research on rats with cannabis - in particular the brain.  10 years later...
Rats are still showing the benifits of cannabis.  Humans too.   

I'm grateful humans have been helped by animal studies.. although I'm not fond of animal research for things like makeup..  things they do to animals in the name of OUR vanity is very despairing.  Thank you creatures great & small for your lives, taken by humans.

Reading about the new flu out of China is also depressing..  I've been watching the numbers rise and now a confirmed case in Canada. Many are paying attention. TIS the season anyway- so if you are sick STAY away from others, including me.  
No hugging - tis not the season to HUG!  Cover your mouth if you  are hacking, thank you. 

It's hard to 'imagine' as I look out at this beautiful wonderland  that anything awful is happing anywhere in the world.  It snowed - again.. I just had to take the girls out for a walk & the bluejays came too - I can't believe how many were shouting  "Good Morning!!!" 
​Snow shoes - I MUST get some or I'm not walking far - talk about a workout.
 2020 will be a terrific year for Cannabis & rats...     both a part of life. 

I'm painting another portrait - I asked a friend if I could paint his daughter since I don't have any children... Im excited to start- mostly because it will be a "fun' portrait using a bit of imagination.   Do what you love.

God wants us to to be JOYFUL! 
Be still & know. 

With TLC & THC
​Georgia