Ashes to ashes..  I call it this because I smoked a lot of cannabis while painting it and it's about life...  the cycle of life. Change, growth - progression.   October 17th has been chose as the date Canada will officially legalize recreational cannabis in Canada - the anniversary of Gord Downies death...  awesome - a day we all felt loss now will change into a day to celebrate with a joint (as Gord did many times) listening to great Canadian music-  feeling 'free" & hopefully happier.   

Justin Trudeau said he would legalize cananbis in Canada & he has done that #promisekept  I choose to celebrate, after already reading some negative comments from activist- it has me thinking- What DO you want?  It's never going to be good enough for some people- is this because they enjoy drama? I don't know..  I don't care,  focus on the all that will continue to go right - it's a step in the RIGHT direction - on a massive scale -I've yet to hear anyone discuss. 

Canada is only the second country in the world -- and the first G7 nation -- to implement legislation to permit a nationwide marijuana market. In the neighboring US, nine states and the District of Columbia now allow for recreational marijuana use, and 30 allow for medical use.  With legalization will come realization- education and it's going to make it difficult for these countries who STILL severely PUNISH people over cannabis.  Time, it all does take time.  At least the world is talking about it- which is something compared to what we witnessed only 10 years ago, 5 even...  how many of you said never in my lifetime will canabis be legalized- well isn't that hopeful in itself!? YES.  Miracle do happen...  in time I have no doubts Justin will also deal with those already incarcerated and possibly have records for past minor cannabis offences -dismissed.  

​Just yesterday someone said to me " I heard cannabis is legal..  some will abuse it"
My reply: Yes some will just as Alcohol has been available for  decades  and many ABUSE it with far more deadly consequence - proven too many times over...   at least those who "do" abuse cannabis won't end up dead from an overdose.  
Isn't this all we should really be concerned about?  ***No one should ever operate a vehicle impaired by anything - especially the most deadly culprit going NOW - Your cell phones.
    
I later thought- it's a mindset and like legalization - it's going to take time to change.  

Celebrate, more will be introduced to a safer high.
Children will be educated on cannabis, parents will grow it at home,  teach it is a PLANT.
Cannabis will be grown & eaten fresh! You won't get high - only healthier - juice it!
Cannabis will be free to be discovered in kitchens across Canada!
It is anticipated- Alcohol consumption will go down! Here's hoping.
Less alcohol hangovers - less people calling in sick for work...  date rape - on cannabis.. I've yet to hear about a woman not being able to say NO when just high.
The Canadian economy will flourish - new business is being created at this very moment.
Money from Cannabis collected by our Gov- will benefit is countless ways- just look at other examples. 

Sure a few are going to get very rich- that's just how it goes, why should it be any different with cannabis, there will still be court cases - it takes time. Marketing, it's going to change in about 3-5 years this will all  be sorted and it won't be a big deal going to the store to buy some bud - IF it's available..  from what I'm reading, hearing- the demand will be HIGH - it's expected the "pot shops"are going to run out - let's wait & see. 

Last night I played with Daisy and her Aerobie on the front lawn- what a beautiful evening.. I was able to do this because I smoked a joint (2)  ON my front lawn..  I AM legal, Cannabis is my medicine & I AM proud of it.  I puffed to a greener future.
I puffed to an awakening on a massive scale... I puffed to thank God for how it has saved our lives and eased my sons pain.

I'm not worried about running out because I have a very talented grower looking after me... My grower loves me & I him - hee hee - most people love their growers, there's that too - Canada is going to GROW - Canada is going to become one of the best in the world (already is) with Cannabis.  Canadians CAN grow - legally- how smart is that? Because they can grow legally- they will do it right, no need to hide.   As for all this crap about homegrown fear mongering still - our own health minister said it- it's the same as  making wine or brewing your own beer at home- only this is GROWING PLANTS- Who doesn't already grow plants? My house is full. It's a petty  argument and these will be the first court battles I think we will see - it is a HUMAN right.  Those who will  grow well above the limit, sell to those they should not..  they will still be  arrested - it's their CHOICE. 

It's OUR choice... October 17. 2018
Thank God.  

What stage are you at in your life?  Egg, caterpillar, pupa or butterfly? 
Change has come... give thanks.
​Be grateful, thankful... or don't - that is a choice too.

Wouldn't this make a great label for an amazing Canadian Cannabis product?
I think so!!  But our government is insisting they will not allow marketing of cannabis - nothing creative anyhow - ridiculous.  Not only is it ridiculous but it too is against our human rights - as Canadians & business owners and consumers.  

*To deny ANY business to advertise to the best of it's abilities is to deny a business - not a good way for the Canadian Government to treat business in general, it is a recipe for failure. What business other than cannabis is not currently permitted to advertise and is potentially harmful to children.. Hmmmm  

PORN?  Well thats' one- one click away from anyones computer - kids are doing it daily.  
I recently learned why women SHOULD be in the porn industry - so they can try to change the  mindset & image.. Not that I agree with pornagraphy - I do NOT.  CURRENTLY most porn degrades women & teaches young boys/men the WRONG way to treat women in an intimate relationship.  It also contributes to the 'mind set of child' pornography being somewhat O.k.   IT IS NOT.   Why are WE NOT using our $$$ tax dollars, energy & attention on situations that are proven to HURT our society - instead of not allowing something as simple as creative marketing on Cannabis?  Really, ask yourself.

Do you see the insanity now?

​How about we venture to the LCBO, does it look all the same, boring, bland & dull?
Phhhhbt!  HARDLY! 
Are you kidding...  right NOW this should be the END to this anti-cananbis marketing, one look at the BOOZE industry - PROVEN harmful & the cause of countless Canadians to become alcoholics.  Theres also death from Alcohol Poisoning and impaired driving- which we ALL know about.   Yet- I get those  glossy fliers delivered right to my door MARKETING ALCOHOL.  Check out he www.. buy 12 bottles of wine and get a FREE BBQ - ORDER online!   Double standards - it sure appears so.
Aren't the constant commercials entertaining?  EXACTLY.
It is by far the most hypocritical move Canada has made to date.

Cannabis is here NOW - stop stigmatizing cannabis users as criminals- as LONG as cannabis is prevented from being displayed in a creative, positive light- that is what is STILL happening. Cheers

Have a peek at just these few sample of Alcoholic COOLERS below - they remind me of POP - Hmmm could that be confusing to little ones?  One is even named 'the POP Shoppe' - remember that? Don't get me wrong- I  like the creativity of these cans and I do like  grapefruit beer - occasionally.  ALL I am pointing out is the double standard - it is NOT right, it is NOT fair to anyone in our Canadian Economy.

We are adults the choice should be ours.

With TLC & THC
​Georgia 

"Not in my lifetime will I see cars that self drive..."   I heard someone  remark recently  
& thought:  REALLY? Because... I'm pretty sure a self driving car just hit & killed someone. 
Not in this lifetime will I see a woman president...  some say - I beg to differ.
Not in this lifetime will I see world hunger end - I pray I'm wrong.

One "not in this lifetime will I see.." I heard several times- especially about 10 years ago when Storm started using cannabis as his medicine at 15. & I started to educate my family & friends on Cannabis - I would hear:  
                         "Not in this lifetime will we see cannabis legalized"

As you might be aware.. this caused me great added stress, sadness & anger... when I use to care what others thought and tried to defend my sons 'use of cannabis', but soon realized &  I learned quickly - if you cared about me & my son- and his pain,  what he was dealing with - you didn't give a fuck about the Cannabis - you supported US & I am grateful - you know who you are. What a journey this has been.

In less than 2 months Cannabis will become legal in Canada. I'm pretty sure I'll still be alive when it happens.   hee hee   God willing.    Will I call up a few and say:
                                  I TOLD YOU SO! Mother fuckers (yes, I think it from time to time still) lol    

No. I won't have to... they will know.   I told you.  How about an apology?
No.  Don't worry about it - no apologies needed because your opinion then taught me long ago not to give a fuck what you think. What I know NOW is this, this is common for many, just yesterday a friend was telling what relief he feels now with cannabis becoming legal 'made to feel like a pot head in the past by family'- what is it with family - thinks they can say shit and you'll just take it.
Not I.  Probably why very few family speak to me.   lol   So be it.  
​With legalization will come education. Thank God.

Amen.  I say Amen because it is Jesus  who I have talked to, cried  and begged  for understanding - understanding every time someone said something  hurtful - didn't believe us, condemned my choice as a mom for allowing Storm to use cannabis  as his medicine - had it not been for Jesus - I would have been lost and lonely long ago., instead I've thrived in my heart & with my art & my beliefs in this plant. 
So.. for all those that never thought you'd see cannabis legal in 'our' lifetime - here's a Unicorn to go with!  I bet you never thought you'd see one of them either!  Saddle up!  Cannabis is coming Canada!   Hee Hee Hee  -YEE HAW!
AMEN.

​You are forgiven.. it has been amusing seeing you proven  you wrong & I am happy you are still alive.

Wit TLC & THC
Georgia  & family - including  our animals ... 
 who are more loving & understanding than some 'human family.

& then I woke up to a giant snail in my living room from my friend Justin!  LOL
I just knew it's going to be an awesome day.  
It was the ULTIMATE 'snail mail' - as it just appeared. 

'Knock 'knock!
Who's There?
High!
High Who?

It's:   "Dopey!"    Hee Hee  -  The best of the dwarfs! Singing:
***Now... you should sing this in high pitch for best effects... Ready?***
                        High Hooo...
                              High Ho High Ho
                                           It's off to work we Grow!

It won't be long NOW Canada, garden shovels ready? 
I'm excited for the plant - for the garden, for the humming birds! They love cannabis.
& it won't be long now - with experience - comes education, with education comes realization. Realization that cannabis is far less harmful than other recreational substances.

I flipped through the Sun on the weekend  (Norm still wants to read it) and read a few stories regarding cannabis, 'the global marijuana march' had just taken place - I forgot.
I have no desire to attend these events. These events bring out all sorts for all reasons- mostly to PARTY.  Some are enjoying more than JUST cannabis - not my business-  I also don't like how parks & nature are taken over and left in  the condition they usually are.

Cannabis/Marijuana is always in the news lately and most of it I'm already aware.. Storm saw me reading something last week from CBC and said "really, what there don't you know already?."  He was correct - I was wasting my time. I do not believe when we are legal soon - that you will get arrested for smoking a joint on the street,  even police will have difficulties such as 'smell complaints' - good luck with that. Do you know some chemical in the printing industry has just been proven to cause leukaemia in people who work with it - a court case was won (in Canada) for the worker- but the story ended with stating it's still used in numerous ways and countless people work with it. WTF?  This especially upset me as I know people who have worked in the printing industry- several.  Family & friends both worked at one time for the Star... and used printing plates which they mention. 
I am beyond tired hearing this bullshit about cannabis.
I KNOW. 10 years now and Storm was 14 when he started - THANK GOD!
  
Canadian as a whole are becoming more educated about cananbis on all levels. Starting in our grade schools, apparently...  who is going to continue to go along with such bullshit when they understand cigarettes kill- cannabis does not. Alcohol kills countless.. opiates & tide pods...   RESEARCH it, if you do not believe me.  What judge will even tolerate it in court when it's a fact- Children in Canada are being sexually abused & human trafficking  (I'm not sure the pre-tense) is increasing.  Children!  If you don't think it's happening, you don't want to know. With 'drugs' out of the way focus & resources can be directed  on what matters 'people'.   I feel we will let past offences for cannabis drop - people will finally get out of jail that should NOT be there. People will not go to jail for cananbis in Canada in the future- and not for walking down the street smoking a joint. Unless your doing other stuff you shouldn't.

Justin Trudeau does not say too much on cannabis 'itself' I've noticed- because he knows the truth, he has consumed. So what. I hope he does - what a stressful job, judged for absolutely everything from your socks to your handshake.   Thank God he is compassionate and educated and a gentleman.

I wish DONALD with sit back and have a joint or two dozen... it won't kill him- let him just CHILL for a while and perhaps have an enlightened moment - GUNS kill Americans FIRST.
Anyhow- I can't wait! It's got me hopeful and happy, I also know more children dealing with serious health issues will be helped. Childhood arthritis? Try cannabis first - it is not proven to damage little organs like other medications. As a matter of fact- research seems to showing it's HELPING.

Will someone gt hurt when legalization is here - Probably- Stupid people do stupid things and sometimes - Accidents do happen. I'm more concerned UN-knowledgable  people will mix' and just like you shouldn't mix your BOOZE don't mix your booze with your buds- until you know how to handle them.

My knock knock joke was a bit of a stretch - hee hee...  I am not afraid to try!  ;)
With TLC  & THC
Georgia

P.S.  I have too much to do... taking off for a few!

 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!!
​
Amen
 
Time to get CREATIVE! 
​
With TLC & THC
Georgia

Our government has made it so kids can get their medicine for free. Under 25 
This is good & this is bad.  This is good for the many children who take medications, which they need for numerous ailments... it will help parents already under a lot of stress with a child who is not well, mentally & financially.  
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I will never encourage anti-depressants for children.
Frankly,  it blows my mind our government is  so concerned about "cannabis & what it will do to the mind", with free medications - I wonder now how many children will be introduced to antidepressants - in pill form.  Pills with numerous side effects & law suits to prove it.  

Yet - cannabis, here we are- treating as if it were  "a lethal, permanent mind altering , damaging drug,  research the facts and most current scientific research & discover just the opposite. 

I wrestle with depression daily.  1/2 of me does- no doubt. Besides my CONSTANT TN & semi facial spasm, my hand on my right side is now  "crippled" - and - its re shaping itself so I cant' hold something as simple as a rag to clean a surface without causing pain. Peel a banana - buttons- forget it...  & now I appear to be getting psoriasis on the hand as well - considering I paint - I' paint through the pain - or I don't paint - what am I going to do?  That is when I get depressed - when  can't Do anything. I'm 53 and I' have to watch 1/2 of my body deteriorate different from the other 1/2 - whats not to be depressed about- Depression is part to life - the tricks to work through it.  

Depressed people are some of the strongest I've met. 
With legalization more in general will experiment * and some self discovery will happen (once the initial hype passes) and a realization of "feeling better"  self  medicating - perhaps less pills will be needed.  Are you aware the gentleman who created Alcoholics anonymous was able to stop his drinking due to the use of LSD - another "fry your mind drugs"- we've been mislead about is also clinically being used to treat people with serious addictions to more harmful drugs.  

Being depressed is bad enough, judgement without knowledge or understanding  only intensify the feelings.  Who cares what anyone one uses- young or old- to help ease their pain, I'd rather my child try medicated edibles for any condition cannabis has proven to help  rather than get them to take other more harmful & addictive options.  I've lived with it, I have watch it now for over 10 years.  I've seen how  both types of medicine affected our own son, I know how they both affect me.  Thank God for Cannabis.

Made with TLC & THC
Georgia 

This cartoon is just to show you simply the hypocrisy surrounding these laws' and those who make them.  In Canada  we are permitted to have limitless amounts of alcohol in our homes.  Growing up- who had a "home bar?"  Oh my gosh, the first bar I remember was so cool at the time- a little thing set up - complete with 2 stools and tons of booze for Friday night entertaining with friends. Saturday and Sunday too.   Later in life my dad had a huge bar built in the basement "Billys Bar" it was really something, sports themed with mirrors along the back wall  and every shelf (glass) was covered in bottles of booze - some 80% PROOF, gifts from friends over the years. My dad was in the car business and he would come home with cases of booze at christmas, to drink and give. It was the norm and still is for many- many homes still have a bar in the corner if not an entire 'Man Cave" - much like my dad had way back before they became a "thing". There is NO LIMIT to the amount of alcohol we can have in our home. No limit on the cases of beer we can have- heck- some build furniture out of them cases.. until they need the money for empties. 

How many homes have wine cellars? I like a nice wine, although I've really have not drank since I bet my friend Chris- if he cut back on his meat consumption - I wouldn't drink. Not even one drop over the holiday weekend. It was not noticed or missed. We can have limitless amounts of wine in our homes, red, white, rose and don't forget the sparkling! We can have a bar & a wine cellar in our homes.

Cannabis- it will be regulated and IF you have OVER the permitted amount in your home, you can still be arrested. It won't happen. Unless you have a crazy amount- good luck, I don't understand the thinking- it's still keeping us under control- an attempt to anyway. It's still prohibition. CONTROL over our lives & choices. 
The federal government also proposed possession limits for adults and youth. Under the federal proposal, adults would be allowed to have up to 30 grams of dried legal cannabis, while people under 18 years old could have up to five grams.

We can  get fall down drunk at a friends bar- at 9 in the morning if we choose (some do) yet  we won't be able to have a cannabis party- it will be too expensive and with the limit- we might let some smell our best bud- but we won't be sharing or comparing.  lol  
Actually most cannabis consumers do share, they have a better attitude and understand the lies surrounding the plant.  It's all fear mongering.  Who will stick to this law?  
Cannabis  has many strains- with many different results from feeling more energized to some that calm you down, some help my mind and others help my body. I look forward to all the varieties which will be offered to people!

WARNING- many for the first time will get  HIGH. I've yet to meet anyone yet who stripped and ran naked though the streets once they have consumed cannabis- if someone does it will be more about the exhibitionist than the cannabis.

It's simple until you know: just go slow.  
Tiny bowls, Tiny puffs.. tiny bites & wait. 
Learn to know how cannabis makes you feel, slowly.. and then collect a strain or two- for the mood you want. I always have a few strains to choose from & have my favourites.  Now to start the day & calm my twitch - #humbervalleykush.. later some #grapeescape for some  great gardening work to be done - this is what I do when I'm high, no lie.

More examples of Canadian cannabis fear mongering coming soon.

With Love
G

I forgot to mention this cartoon was inspired by comment on FB.
I asked him to explain & he did... clearly the thoughts of many Canadians.
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"In our cabinet we have about twenty bottles of different liquors. As well,  I have many bottles of wine. I don’t intend to drink them all at once neither will I sell them to anyone else. Why is the proposed limit of x amount of grams or you go to jail valid. I don’t smoke weed myself but I would think that regular smokers could also enjoy different types of weed. Why could they not have a collection to draw from. Not all weed is the same flavor or strength. Anyone can make their own beer or wine at home for their own use so why would there be a limit (within reason) on weed. In my mind this is not legalization.

I watched the televised meeting regarding cannabis, some - I plan on watching it all soon.
I had to shake my head at much of what I heard.
I also was astounded at the LACK of education displayed by our Police, government & many 'so called' politicians.  That officer from Saskatchewan -I wanted to ask him - have you been paying attention or are you just going to KEEP re-hashing all thats been already mentioned the past several years? He appeared to me a professional, full grown crybaby and  potential bully.

One politician stated Dana Larsen "has no respect for the law" I wished he would have simply responded - "YOU are correct. For a law that hold no respect for Canadians."
Laws MUST be changed - Rules must be broken. At one time it was illegal to breast feed. Illegal to be married to whom ever you choose-  Illegal to many assumed 'rights'  if you were born ingenious in early Canada.   
ALL changing.
THANK YOU!  Canadians have shown in countless situations.
WE care about each other.  

Frankly, when you know what I do, what millions are aware of and especially- the Canadian Cannabis activists in the community (many more knowledgable than I) know- it angers you.  
Angers because it's still all about lies.  Angry because there is still FEAR mongering about a substance far less deadly than most prescribed medications- yet they speak of Cannabis with a negative stigma- STILL. Not far from calling it the Devils weed.   Shameful.

When will it end?  How can the government in this day and age - rely on ignorance. 
They can't. They will not be able to continue such blatant lies.  Building up fear over a new industry that will thrive and grow. Pun intended.

Canadians are not stupid. 
Canadians are compassionate. 
The legal lies must end so WE can ALL focus on helping each other where we need it most.

Police NEED more money?
Think of all the resources NOW that they won't be busing people over a plant!?
Right??? 
Perhaps they can focus on things that really matter like HUMAN trafficking.  Domestic Abuse, Child Abuse, Animal abuse.. ALL things which actually HURT.

Next- 'You've got mail'... 
NO, I don't,  because it was stopped and SEARCHED & seized in Canada!!
I have warned this before - Someone is taking my mail.  ;(
& for some- it's not nice because I've had some ART go missing too.

 

Keep Creative
Georgia

Strictly a bit on imaginative fun...  as summer comes to a close it has me strolling the garden glad the leaves have yet to change color. We are having an indian summer in Ontario 
today will be another balmy 75F..  thats a HOT 23C  for us. lol  I like telling Americans it's 23 today!  hee hee hee

There are many women growers in the industry.  Officially & un officially - I say this because anyone who know- and lives with a ' male grower - realizes they too become growers- know why?  It's hard work.  Women/wives/partners/friends help and learn along the way.   Women are also rising above and growing from the start and doing a fantastic job!  Ladies showing ladies some love. Cannabis is for all and can be grown and cared for by all.   Its a fact plants react.  They react to sound, touch and vibrations - a womans touch in the garden is NEEDED on all levels. Your plants will thank you for a women's presence & gentle touch.

Do I consider myself a 'female grower - no..
I understand the work, the process and have witnessed it many times over on several scales- I've got friends in high places  :)  I could not do it, it's too difficult for me- I know I've screwed up a few times. I cant' wait for all the seed to be planted next summer in gardens across Canada! Still if you want the best - you must go to someone who knows what they are doing- know  how- EXPERIENCE. 

When I say 'Rich Assholes' don't belong- I have nothing against 'rich- lol   It's the people who think just because they have $ they will take over- they have no knowledge or experience with the plants, no growing experience themselves, they do not care about people, patients  or the PLANTs.
GREED & $$$.  &  it will show.  Like the Canadian company now run by an American, the former creator of OXY.  What does it matter you ask?

It's all energy.   What energy do you want to surround you?
Which energy do you choose to support? Which energy goes into your body?
Compassion or greed?   I will say I'm sure there are good people  working for these companies who need jobs.  I wish them well  & success. 

I know others  very wealthy - are also opening LPs in Canada..  You have to be for an LP but  they ALSO have EXPERIENCE, they have been doing this all their lives, they care about the PLANT first and then people, they have true passion- this is who should be supported.   Male & female.  I heard Jodie Emery mention this in the cannabis commitee talks - and it's the truth. We need and want experience'. Americans now are trying to come up and open shop - all GREED?
Not only do they not care about the plant - they could care less about Canadians.
RESEARCH.. who ARE you getting your medicine from.
I watched an interview of some "Medical' dispensary in the states, when the owner of the co.  reaches for cannabis -  "Smell that? That smells like MONEY!"  he remarks.  Wow.  
That said it all.  There's  just one example...    
Smells like medicine, smells like nature healing, smells like life support, smells like life.
Smells like money?  Yuk.  

BUY Canadian, Support Canadians.  Encourage Canadian.
Keep our own economy GROWING. 
 
I've met a dog or two.. I wouldn't smoke thier medicine if you paid me- they are nasty and it makes me feel their medicine is probably nothing by pumped up junk- all about profit.
NO thanks.  This is my temple I smoke only the best grown with TLC & THC.
I know my cannabis  is grown with passion & love and it shows & feels fantastic.

Do you want to use something created in LOVE or GREED?
It matters.
You matter.

No go out to the garden & enjoy some healing herb... that's what I'm about to do... NOW.

Please continue to SOPPORT the smaller dispensaries if you are visiting one!
There is MORE than enough room in Canada for all businesses to try to succeed.
Those that are Professional,  provide quality medicine are cost efficient  & treat Canadians right, will do well.

With TLC & THC
G

You know.. some might not appreciate my illustrations suitable for children in the cannabis garden of LOVE.  If you think I've not given this serious thought, especially in light of the upcoming ridiculous expectations surrounding the "advertising of cannabis IN California or Canada next year - OR rather LACK of what you will be permitted to do or NOT do - - I've given it much contemplation.   I've been made aware I'm considered controversial'  or 'Flaky' - for encouraging my child to use 'marijuana' -  Phhhhbt - judge away.  This is not something I ever take lightly.. painting my creatures in Cannabis fields. 

Cannabis is a Medicine.  Cannabis is a medicine that can and has and will continue to help seriously ill children and I will never stop drawing about it  - with Children in mind.  
It's my purpose.  I  care more about it than a medicine for adults, although it is my medicine as well - thank God.  GOOD LUCK in the near future -not letting a parent of a seriously ill child try cannabis- especially for pain like early childhood arthritis for example - when a parent  can prove  other medications will cause their child more harm than cannabis & TRUST ME -that is not hard to prove - try- research it - Dr.s will not be able to refuse them.  It will be inhumane.  I've lost sleep thinking of the damage medications do to little bodies, the desperation parents feel when they watch their babies suffer.
I remember, I refuse to forget. 

When Doctors (two teams of Dr.s - The Hospital for Sick Kids & The Shriners Hospital for Children in Montreal) told us our son would suffer terribly and probably would not make it to his 12th birthday- I started to PRAY to GOD.  I would do what ever I thought was expected. A promise I keep - always.  I never expected this...  yet here we are.  Gratefully.

I AM more determined than ever to try to educate so NOT ONE more parent will ever see their child suffer needlessly when Cannabis can help.  Had I known sooner - our son would have been eating medicated brownies as a toddler at bed time and yes I would have done what ever it took, even IF that meant going the illegal route, which i kinda did anyway..   Thank God. 
That was just over 10 years ago. No regrets. 

IF our government thinks they will not be assisting more children or will FEAR monger with cannabis and not allow any POSITIVE Cannabis advertising - instead of more lies - I'm going to make it personal mission to do the opposite, especially when I see that lovely FRIGGING glossy L.C.B.O magazine come delivered to MY DOOR, Booze promotion - glorification  (proven deadly) - in our local newspaper- but not life saving medicine awareness - no photos of Plants? Phhhhbbbt.  

          THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST NEWS I'VE READ IN A LONG TIME:
         link>>> THE DEA in it's newest OFFICIAL report states - 'ADMITs:
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          READ it yourself- FINALLY. NO ONE HAS EVER DIED from  CANNABIS.
Proof, they have been lying for many - too many years - and how many lives do they continue to destroy  still  with arrests for something less harmful than alcohol.. -less harmful than hotdogs.  Let that sink in.    Please.
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 ZERO DEATHS in history... 
Can you say the same for other medications suggested for Children - where cannabis is now proven to HELP?
No.

DEMAND.

One person can make a difference.
I'll continue to draw any & every way I  think might help bring awareness & education & pray instead.  It's my purpose & passion - lucky me.

Creatively Yours
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