Not only is it known for Reindeer flying' but mushrooms just might be the inspiration for Santa too - Holy Yule!  I feel like a fool I've been duped for so long.  ;) Look into it there are documentaries, articles and more all about Santa being a figment of a Shamans Mushroom Experience.'

This Santa has a secret.  It would make sense 'mushroom love' wanting to give & share with the universe - that's Santa in all his essence, right there.  Santa's got a secret and he's not alone.
  
I'd believe it before I'd believe he is the result of the ultimate marketing creation by a pop company.  Mushrooms are also the reason the reindeer fly.  Google it! It's fun to learn an explore about Santa - long after we stop believing - Im 54 and love the idea of Santa , especially for little one- to inspire creativity & imagination -why not? 

With TL & THC
​Georgia 

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Dear St. Nick! Only the best baked goodies for you.
Baking edibles has got me in the garland & gingerbread spirit, in part I know because I'm sleeping better with my Cannabis Carrot cake with  & other infused goodies. It's the baking season & there going to be more medicated product this Christmas & less alcohol consumption, I hope. 

This alcohol thing - York region is going to start shaming drunk drivers.. - I'd rather they shame them & hopefully get them to think about drinking & driving than be looking at an obituary photo. We don't want to say anything for fear of hurt feelings, shame or even losing our friends and family - but drunk driving is a topic that can't  be neglected... when will you address it? AFTER they killed an innocent family out christmas shopping?  After they  lose their life, after it's too late to address the issue? 'Don't be dramatic some of you are thinking' - you would not think that if you lost a loved one due to an impaired drunk, and  for those I care about - you'll lose your license, your job  & possibly your family & go to jail & pay mentally, physically & of course $$$ simply because you can't  refrain from a few glasses of alcohol. Please don't, it's not worth it.  I'll be really curious to watch & see if this works. No one wants to see their drunk mug shot on line - or will want their bosses for one to find out- OR insurance companies!! * DON't Drive impaired & this is as soon as you are charged you photo will be shared, not after court.

Should drunks go to jail?  Yes,  IF it keeps them off the roads & forces them to THINK about their actions, if even for a short period (a month) and if they did not kill someone  intentionally - from choices they make - like consuming alcohol...  then yes, go to jail.  
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When we know better aren't we to behave better? Isn't that the plan?  
There nothing sadder to read or hear of another family killed due to a drunk driver.
I don't want any lives ruined- not the victims - or the drivers because that is what happens- from choice we make.  Why when we KNOW how bad it is do we continue to do it?

This was an exercise in between paintings - a new canvas is on the easel & I'm loving it, it's taking me a while- more detail but it amuses me immensely - it's a portrait of some of the major players in the cannabis industry  imo ;)  Also a few Christmas gifts I can't pre show.

Be careful if you are making and trying edibles for the first time- they can effect you differently & what ever you do - don't drive if you feel impaired - on anything, anytime.  
About to get back at my painting after my medicated nap... I hope all are having stress free pre holiday decoration days.

With TLC & THC 
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Peek a boo! Santa is that you?
Another TREE themed painting, I'm in the tree mood - How many will actually set up a Christmas cannabis tree- I've seen them before & technically NOW in Canada WE can! Have a Legal Cannabis Christmas tree - Ho Ho Ho! There will be several tinkling on Instagram no doubts! Not me.. I like my tree traditional and my other tree - in the bowl of my bong. 
My tree goes up this weekend! I look forward already to sitting by it int he evening , relaxing with a tea, joint & cupcake.. or two.
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It's going to be a stressful Christmas for many GM employees this holiday, better they know now before they go deeper into debt for the holidays. I did hear most people like cash', not me - if you can't think of a thoughtful gift - it's o.k. pass me  & It's not about the cost either.  & I don't give 'money' - not even to Storm.  I DO however give away several paintings this holiday, many not yet at their destinations - I'm excited at the thought.
Already I hear, see & read on social media of people being stressed about gift giving: Don't.  It is NOT worth the stress and harm on your own health... it's JUST STUFF.

This Peek A Boo Santa was painted while I thought of how to paint a  'T-Shirt design request from a young woman who happens to be a real fellow tree hugger & it's school related so, I said 'yes' & I'll show you that painting soon... I think it turned out pretty sweet  - she did too. 

 Medicated carrot cakes for the holidays! Legal!
Oh my! Has it set in yet? Give Thanks Cannabis is now legal in Canada, I was reading  even IF legalized  across the board in the USA they will STILL use it federally to arrest their own, HUMBUG - talk about messed up priorities -  tear gassing children & STILL punishing people OVER plants.  Yikes - we had a cop shoot another cop just yesterday near St. Catherines..  wtf?  GUNS kill.   Somethings got to give... soon.
Please Give away your guns to the police... ?

With TLC & THC
​Georgia

Not mine.. that's pushing it. I think people who already have the tree up are pushing it- lol We do have the outside tree- it has to go up before too much snow but my inside tree does not go up until the weekend... so much to do!  

I just found out (from Alexa) it's  #giving Tuesday! I'm giving my time & skills already.. 
Today I'm teaching another friend how to paint! I'm on a mission- put more painters on the planet..  and starting new canvas. I've also been commissioned to draw a few- DOGS for Christmas gifts - one for a Bulldog in a barber shop- you know that's going to be fun ;) This cold, wet weather has been difficult on my bones - Thank God for Legal Cannabis or there would be less painting & more napping & I'm also baking medicate carrot cake today, someone I care about seriously hurt themselves & I don't want anyone using addictive 'pain pills' for an extended time.. besides how can anyone resist my carrot cake? ;)

What are you giving? Have fun!

TODAY is #giving Tuesday! I'm giving this original away on Instagram to someone who comments & tags a bud who might be interested,  it can easily be framed (not included) with a frame you PU at any store that offers frames for about $20.  * IT can not get wet- or it will ruin. Please remember this IF you win it.  I'll choose the winner when I wake and announce it in the a.m..   ​What can you give today?
Smiles count so does time, love, listening... 

When I do hang the stockings - I do hope Santa puts some bud in them this year!! Woo Hoo! Legal in Canada- You KNOW there's going to be many a stocking filled with cannabis in Canada this year & many to come! 

With TLC & THC
Georgia

​Check out Ginger - she absolutely  loves Daisy.... & Daisy loves her. 

Years ago when it was announced a cannabis company bought the Hershey's chocolate factory - I thought : How  cool is that? hee hee hee! Weeeeeee   & instantly I thought of Willy Wonka! lol  It's probably my age & I'm sure I'm not the only one who thought this way... it was perfect.  Is perfect - what a great start to the Canadian cannabis journey!  

Tweed is the company and I've no doubts they are celebrating this past week plus. 
A cannabis company in a chocolate factory -  with EDIBLES soon available in Canada - next April, I read Tweed is opening a chocolate factory!  It makes me laugh just thinking about it, and let's face it - you know they will do it right! I LOVE medicate dark chocolate, I love all medicate chocolate- white, milk and dark.   Oompa Loompa revival!  Wouldn't it be fun if all the trimmers had to wear Ompa loompa costumes (fun for us not them) - lol,  so it really was no struggle for me to paint this- quite the opposite, imagining all the Oompa Loompas trimming the weed as they sing was very enjoyable.  
I've done my share of trimming, it's work.

The downfall was I can't get the song out of my head now...
"Oompa loompa doopity dooo.. I have some fresh trimmed bud for you!"
Anyway - a friend calls me a 'traitor' simply for painting this- to which I say: Phhhhhbt.... 
It's time Canada for celebration all around - who cares 'who' is doing what! As long as it's getting done & by Canadians - making history!  There are options NOW available to all - some will have incredible experiences some not so much- this happens everywhere in every business.  Tweed also saved a small town - once the chocolate factory is open I bet tourism will be booming again!  I HOPE our own mayor is paying attention  when deciding wether or not to even allow a dispensary- if you don't YOU are throwing cash to other towns. You are also FORCING your own community to drive impaired, having to go elsewhere for goods & services & shopping.. and eating. 

The only 'ones' I do not support in the industry are those who were previous pill pushers making millions off of deadly drugs - now turned cannabis supporters, I would also not encourage anyone to buy from Shoppers Drug mart- remember when they said cannabis was a serious mistake.. I do.  Do some research- where you put your money is where you place your faith.  Faith in great product & company & PEOPLE who run them.  

I've never purchased from Tweed (or anyplace else) my son looks after me,  but I do know several who work(ed) for the company & they are all outstanding in their field - haha   so when people ask me- I mention a few places including Tweed - come on ! A chocolate factory!?? What's not cool & fun about that fact alone!?  I hope all hardworking, kind, compassionate people do well in this industry  - I don't care who they work for.  
It's that simple.

& if ever get out that way- I would love to visit the Chocolate factory turned cannabis factory! I'm grateful Tweed helped change history and educates many just like every other cannabis advocate.   It's time to celebrate! This painting was pure pleasure - and had me giggling just to think of sharing it with a few friends who work there- lol  I hope they have fun with the chocolate factory. Perhaps NOT 'lickable wall paper - but how about scratch & sniff your favourite bud?  Everlasting gobstoppers - I'm excited to see what they create!

Does anyone remember Moe's medibles - man that was good chocolate!! One time I had a strawberry dipped in a chocolate fountain- it was the best ride home that day.. Storm was laughing at me the entire way.

Oh Canada - I love you.

Dear America VOTE - so I can love you again too...
I still do, just not that pussy grabbing DONkey running the show at the moment or his policies & practices.

What to paint next? I don't know...  It will be fun that I'm positive of and I will consume much cannabis while I do, that I am sure of too!

With TLC & THC.. in chocolate for me!
Georgia

I started this bird a while back & forced myself to complete him before I started a new canvas! I've had/have many 1/2 finished canvas- it's a bad habit to start... 
Now that Cannabis is legal in Canada - it's all business! LP's setting up must get growing! 
Everyone is trying to make a buck or two.  This isn't a factory where you can add a shift and turn out more product- it takes time to GROW business, plants and a future.  
Have patience please.

Have patience with yourself if it's your first time growing - mistakes happen, bugs appear, crops fail (sorry but it's true) I can tell you the lessons I have witnessed my son experience and LEARN through have been tireless.. I've no doubts many give up because you know what...  there is no better lesson than a lost crop when you NEED your medicine. 
 It's WORK.  HARD work and the more plants you have the more work.  4 is a good number.
I can only imagine the pressures at some of these giant places- I can hear the boss squawking  'This shit ain't gonna trim itself!!    lol   All who have trimmed a harvest or two can easily relate, I've earned my trimming badge  :)  Actually I can't any longer- it hurts my hands to trim - I prefer hand trimmed over machine trimmed. Most people will only ever see machine trimmed. 

I've given a few joints away this past week in my newest card! You can do that! It's LEGAL - just like offering my friend a glass of wine.   Friends who I think might consider cannabis (mostly all older) because I care about them most -currently- older adults end up on chemical cocktails that take their lives ALL TOO EARLY , if they started to use cannabis for some if not MOST of their aches and pains  they just might live a little longer- It's NOT cannabis that is PROVEN to kill.  A joint  is a start - they don't have to be confused with what to buy from the Ontario cannabis store  they can have a little try...  understand how they feel and decide from there.  All joints have been well received and appreciated. 
My mom has never smoked tobacco (me either) so I'll make her some edibles for  when her hips & feet are hurting from all her parade  marching & dancing.  ;)

So for all that are not aware- Growing cannabis from soil & seed to harvest- IS WORK.
If you don't show your ladies love- they won't show you love in return - just like LIFE. 
& remember come harvest time- No time to stall- This shit ain't gonna trim itself!!

I've started a new panting (of course) it cracks me up every time I sit in front of it!
To the point I can't wait to sit in front of it... this rainy weather is not bothering us- time to squeeze some paint!  It's cannabis related by the way and I hope it makes you smile as ,such as it makes me smile.

with TLC & THC
Georgia 

Who Mew?   When I woke today Alexa told me it was international Cat day!  

I already had a canvas Cat/Chat on the easel - started yesterday.. what do I do when  don't know what to paint? Paint something inspired by another.  I've wanted to do this kitty for a long time & now I have with a Georgia Toons twist.. Cannabis in a glass  represents in my mind: Everything in moderation but preferably go with the bud.


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Enjoy it ALL & Thank God. Painted with  gold details it shines lovely in the kitchen sunlight!  
I pondered changing his smile but I didn't  because the original is quite 'cheeky looking and I feel it suits this feline just fine.  It looks terrific in my bright green kitchen! 

Jesus in the background is not finished..  He smiles at me as I paint. 
I'm painting a canvas every other day it seems & the stretching is good for me! Working at my desk 8 hours a day (or more) is not that healthy so this  forces me to switch it up. 
My current problem is Ginger wanting to sleep on my lap as I paint... I move too much but I let her try anyhow, the dogs are enjoying the new painting space as much as I am.

I have to keep busy - If I stop and thing about TRUMP and his hatred I get miserable, I read an article knocking the younger generation for feeling PTSD due to Trump - Of course he is causing some PTSD! Imagine thinking he is going to be responsible for the fate of future Americans...  I feel I should paint something 'RED hat hatred' related but I'm not sure I want to focus any energy on the ass or his hats.  If I was in the USA and saw someone wearing that hat, I'd have to turn and go the other direction - as the disgust would be evident on my face.
Trump  is Hitler reborn.

DID you know.. YOU should pay cash or debit for your cannabis.  Paying with your credit card makes it easy for the border to access records if they choose.
They can not access Canadian debit transactions.
Cannabis is still illegal in most of the USA, eh.  Beware.  Be Aware.
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Jesus is Next..

With TLC & THC
Georgia 

P.S. here is a wonderful article on Adam, the young man I painted the cannabis in the maple syrup can for. It's bee nice to watch Adam & Erin succeed, they are lovely people imo.

WOW!!  Pinch yourself! 
Let the Growing begin!  Mind, Body, spirit  & Plants!
I woke up and celebrated even before out of bed - I said: Thank You!

Thank you God Canada is NOW legal for recreational cannabis use, and the lines to purchase are proof it's long been overdue!  I thought I'd paint a Canadian image' I have sketched - I became overwhelmed thinking about EVERYONE who has helped in the education of cannabis  and the many ways they did!  I'm especially grateful to those who battled in court (it must be exhausting)  but when you know you are right you should fight!  Thanks to ALL who stayed strong and firm with their decision & justification of cannabis use to family & friends, that might have ended relationships due to simple ignorance.  NOW many will learn it's  not the horror stories you've read about, pay attention to wording'.  
I thought too of those who have already passed and used cannabis as their medicine and not here to witness this awesome history today, adults & children.  

Today is a day to rejoice - then I realized many people will still have to wait a few days - all purchases with Ontario cannabis stores  arrive in the mail  BUT  *Oh, I seriously laughed out loud when Alexa informed: Canada Post might go on strike - GO figure.  
I smoked the normal amount today... it is just another day.  
A day with slightly more freedoms and LESS judgement,  this is Gods medicine.  
Let thy food be thy medicine -  you can eat cannabis!  TRY - IT's LEGAL!  Give thanks!  Thank you Justin Trudeau - promise kept -  I KNEW you would!!
In my lifetime...   hee hee hee.

I can't remember the last time I felt this peaceful, relieved, confident & 'Happy' on too many levels today! My evening is not over..  I'll relax this evening with a joint while watching a movie or two joints even - & I won't have a hang over tomorrow!  
No fear mongering allowed!  

                       Be responsible, be nice... be Canadian - what's changed?

Nothing except the wording.  

PLEASE never drive when ever you are impaired or distracted by anything  (especially cell phones), there are already drivers on the road who are not 'great drivers" without any substance!

 IF you are 'that' worried about cannabis & your children -  there is no better day that today to have the conversation - chances are it's been discussed on many a playground.  
Kids are smarter than we give them credit for most times- tell the TRUTH - not sure  Go to the Canadian Government site...   smoke a joint. Know the facts. 

Now put on some Tragically Hip! It's been one year  -since Gord Downie left us - lets Celebrate him all over again - I've no doubts he would be happy about today, Eh!

With TLC & THC!! LEGAL - recreational THC! 
Georgia

* is this not the same as extortion at this point, is it just me?  Talk about timing.
 Just chilling with my girls on this chilly history changing afternoon...    Amen.
Finished painting of Ginger in the garden 2 will be up loaded- when finished! lol 

Are you fine with the upcoming expected fine for cannabis?
My pal Crusty Rusty called me -"$1000.00 !! One Thousand Bucks if your caught puffing not he sidewalk! This is legalization?!" 
The penalty for using cannabis in public is up to $1000 for a first offense and up to $5000 for subsequent offenses.    
What a joke this is.. & I can assure you - I will be smoking in public on occassion- when I feel the need.  There is nothing like a good, strong bong hit or joint to slow down my twitch giving me a bit of a break & time when I NEED that break before I break.  Edibles help the body but don't have the effect I need when smoking/vaping *before I GO any further- I myself DO NOT like to encourage SMOKING with children - I don't draw it in the mouths of certain characters & do not like the fact that Vape pens are being glamorized' because I feel it will encourage more children to try & get addicted to  cigarettes (the kind PROVEN to give you cancer) PLEASE... Don't be a dick - Don't smoke in front of kids (cannabis included) if it can be helped & I've never nor will I ever smoke on a 'school property'.

​BUT- back to these fines- COME on! DO they think Canadians have a sticker that states 'sucker' across our forehead?  This will end up in court- why...  BECAUSE OF THIS:

When I was younger a boyfriend & I were strolling around the block at 10 p.m. he had an open beer - I didn't have anything  - a cop pulled up and gave him a Ticket for just over $50.. the cop was a dick. I lived 8 doors away - it was hot, the stars were out - obvious we were a couple just enjoying the evening (what ever- perhaps he was jealous). BUT the current fine for driving with an open beer/liquor in a car is  ONLY $175.00
What the FUCK? !   Cheers.    This almost encourages drinking & driving!! 

What is wrong with those in power - this is NOT rocket science.
This is NOT right. FIGHT it if you get a ticket for smoking a joint in Public.  
​I won't even bother to compare the numbers of deaths related to each substance in the cartoon - there is another reason Cannabis PROVEN less harmful out of ALL three- YET- the fine $1000. for a 'first time offence?! 
Which leads me to address - I'm pretty sure I STILL see people DAILY out & about smoking a cigarette including on school property. How much are people fined for the PROVEN cancer causing 'coffin sticks' costing out government already due to health reasons? LOTS.
Don't believe me? RESEARCH - Prove me wrong...  

My new book arrived BYW  (below) only  a few pages in & :  
I fucking LOVE it!  
Amen!  lol   Book review soon.  

The coffins have been picked up and I'll show you where you can go 'RIDE' one!!  
IF YOU DARE!!      lol - More SOON!

With TLC & THC
Georgia

                                               >>>Spill any paint lately?<<<   

Ask anyone what my "crack" addiction is - Maple Syrup!!  Canadian - of course.
I'm like the cops in Super Trooper - often I can be seen taking a swig directly from the jug,  always in my fridge -Maple Syrup!  I love it! In my coffee, on pancakes, swimming with strawberries, frozen on a stick - Maple Syrup is my favourite sweetest thing on the planet...
then comes Cannabis!   
Healing my mind, body  & soul!  

When Storm & I attended out first protest years ago we met a young man - he caught my attention because he had a little plant - in a little Maple Syrup can.  I said Hello - we introduced ourselves and he later said 'hi' to Storm - before the Protest ended - he gifted Storm his  cannabis plant.   That young man is now working for one of the biggest in the Industry & I couldn't be happier for him - it's because of him & a few others - Tweed is the one Big Companies who'll be providing cannabis.  No longer just 'medical'  - why should they be? The times they are a changing!!   

Big business is big business to think it wasn't going to happen in the Cannabis industry is to fool oneself.  So - as far as Big business goes- I guess Tweed is the one company I like so far - I like the 'Canadian' feel to them- the people, Snoop too. 

At this point  I'm celebrating legalization  in ALL ways, - I don't care who is doing it  because - Canada is doing it! That's all that matters at the moment.  Adios - Stigma!  I'm thrilled to see many we've met the past 10 years succeed, they should- they are wonderful, caring,  compassionate people... they deserve to be where they are because they have worked for it.     I'm also incredibly fond & proud of my son & who he works  with - of course.  Above all I am thrilled & excited cannabis is going to be legal in Canada and people will have safe, professional options to purchase!!

This represents the best of Canada right here for moi! 
Cannabis & Maple syrup!  OH Canada!! How many days......  about 46 & counting Down!
Not long now- got your bong ready?

With TLC & THC
Georgia 

*thanks to Adam for the inspiration then & now.