Listen up ladies...  cannabis will be legal in a few months! NOW is the time to get ready, get your pots, soil & seeds & do some research!!  I'm going to promote & even encourage younger woman to try cannabis & use cannabis more than alcohol. 

Have you ever tried to wake a drunk? I have, on too many occasions - it's not nice.  Drunks are like dead weight, incoherent and if you do wake them they have trouble focusing, functioning and only want to sleep it OFF'.. let's not forget DATE RAPE & alcohol.  I don't need to get into it, I can say with much experience...  smoking a couple of joints - when the situation called for me to focus & function - I was able. There's nothing like good buzz kill to sober you up from a HIGH from cannabis. You hear people talk about it all the time- BUZZ kill- sobering talk can get you down from a high too- unlike alcohol. 

I believe cannabis is safer- what better way for women to finally have a hand up in this situation - Plant, grow & smoke your own cannabis! Be in control of your high. TRY it with some girlfriends before you smoke with others- you might not be as comfortable with.  These places - not legal to grow-  it's a human right- I feel & hope  there will be a few cases brought to and TOSSED out  -of court.   There is no way upu can be banned from GROWING 4 PLANTS - YOU don't need all the 'hubbub'  many before us were able to grow just nicely.  Research! Get ready & be free.. free to feel good without a hangover- don't give into peer pressure... you chances of being date raped - when you smoke your own cannabis and don't get passed out DRUNK... are slim.   

I'm focusing on women & cannabis, day & night ladies- it's time to get control of your life, high & future.  Older MOMs- out there reading and who don't agree with me- I suggest YOU spark up with YOUR daughters- teach & experience with them what it will be like before they try it with a stranger. It's NOT criminal - wanting to feel high is only natural, why not seize the opportunity to do it 'right'.  What is criminal... is not caring enough to figure it out before something negative can happen., sadly - negative stuff happens every day.

with TLC & THC
Georgia 

Happy Canada Day Weekend!  
​Enjoy the heat- you'll be wishing for it in January ;)
Back to my break... & painting peacefully.

I get it.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dear Anthony - I get it.
Your call.

With TLC & THC
​Georgia
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I've recently discovered this Japanese artist on Twitter..
Go here:
https://twitter.com/avogado6   
His work displays how many of us feel at times during our lives & it's not always enjoyable these are some powerful images.  

It has inspired me to work on some drawings of my own.
It's a way to deal with the issues and educate - doing what I do best.... drawing.
Painting can also be part of a specific healing process, I'm not sure about other artists but once it's OUT on paper it's out of my mind and life goes on.. I guess a drawing purge of sorts.  I drew countless images over the years afraid to show them- not realizing how many  would actually 'relate to my drawings.  We are not so different.
Maybe that reason alone is helpful for those who can't put into words what they are experiencing. 

Viewers be warned. It won't be your usual bear, sloth work.
Tomorrows painting is titled:                   Dear Anthony,  I get it.


Ending on positive note.. my son visited yesterday (with Burger priest for lunch) to do laundry and an oil change, it was nice to just sit in the driveway while he worked, the girls on the front lawn as we all listened to city adventures.  I can hear the appreciation for the best of both worlds Storm has at the moment.  Daisy was thrilled and laid more of a guilt trip on him when he was getting ready to leave that I do! LOL   It's good to be loved.  
 
With TLC & THC
Georgia

A friend sent me an e mail showing my website BLOCKED  in the USA  (New York)
Reason given Category : Abused Drugs.
This is what is happening in America right now.
Have you seen the new documentary on Netflix about Social media & privacy?
How the CIA is breaking down doors of 12 year olds and putting tourists in jail for posting derogatory remarks about Trump?
You will only be shown what they want you to see. 
Where is democracy going?
Free Speech.

 

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

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

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

Thank you ..  Prohibition has failed (again) - the time for legalization was NOW.
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Well it's election time in Ontario - are you going to vote?  A few days ago I said: NO!
Because it's like watching a mini Trump campaigne- all the bull- I can't choose between the 3 evils.  As for  Kathleen Wynee - she's out - #sorrynotsorry Kathleen!  Do you believe that is how she starts a debate #sorrynotsorry - in other words 'oh well, screw you tax payers'...  I mean that's what I got from #sorrynotsorry, she is not.  The other woman running - why grace this page with her name... I feel is equally as 'disillusioned's Kathlen.  
How's your HYDRO bill Ontario? The past hydro increase has forced some to decide between food and light. Fact.

About that 'Poppy remark.. my dad was in the war and a legion member until he died, my mom still is - she carries the flag in all the parades, my parents both contributed much - mostly time - the legion was their social life and my mom has been  a Poppy Promoter - I got one of the best bird feeders -my 'poppy feeder'- they sold to raise money for the legion . The poppy is a symbol of remembrance for all who lost their LIVES - it's as symbolic as any flag and world known to suggest we toss them in the trash - is one of the trashiest political remarks I've heard... and to have someone who puts 'Hitler quotes' on their face book page? Pro-Hitler.  Yikes.   It's just a Poppy? It's just a confederate flag. It's just a statue..
It's just a leaf.
Symbols are powerful.

Doug.  I'm guess I'm in favour of Doug...  I feel his brother was a good Mayor- personal life adventures aside, and I believe he will try to be also for Toronto and his brother. I think he would do the best job. Doug it is... because what are the options?  Not vote?  If you don't take the time to vote - you not expressing your wishes.  Many say voting does not matter- it does to me... I know that I've tried to make a difference with my opinion, and that is better than doing nothing.They all sound a little Trumpish'  best way is to address them,  call them out  as he is called out on his daily lies.  

It's HOT - hot, hot.  Even the girls are finding it hot, we had to come in for a break.
Painting at the gazebo season. I had a friend the other day sitting in the gazebo and she saw my bee & almost slapped him! LOL - I was about to slap her!  I blurted out at her swinging arm - That's BEE - just say "Hi Bee!"  She looked at me- knows me- I'm not joking and said "Hi Bee."  Bee looked at her and flew off.  WTF people- LEAVE the bees alone- you don't hurt them - they won't hurt you. The only times I've ben stung - I brought it on. 
I am working on a large piece for a balcony- for privacy. I was able to design what ever I want so I'm having some HOT tropical fun.. the next few days - it's what I'll be sharing, I'm working on several projects at once big board outside - Gouache on inside. :D   Some might want to try something like this - Please, keep in mind I have permission from the landlord too, my contractor & I have discussed in detail how to attach it to the balcony.  A new buildings gone up across the street  the balcony has  open (bars) at one end - this Trompe l'oeil will bring a bit of fun & a lot of privacy, sun & weather protection with VERY little space taken.  I'm amazed how few use their balconies- occasionally on PIN I see some incredibly decorated little places of Bliss! Why not?
Get outside.  Eat, dine, read, chill out on your balcony.
 
I was outside today in my office - with a pool ;) dogs, not caring about anything listening to the birds  and I have to say- those who KNOW me know I'm not joking when I say:
           Prayer changes things.  Prayer & giving thanks for what we already have.
​I'm thankful to God & to Norm he's  had part in building me this lovely little oasis.
It really  is a little piece of heaven on earth. .. missing my son from time to time but it's getting easier - easier because he messages me  a 'hello' at least once a day.  The rest- is what it is.. I choose to focus on all that's going to go RIGHT.  A few photos of the process below! I anticipate being done by the weekend! Fingers crossed. 

With TLC & THC
Georgia

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

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

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

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

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

With TLC & THC
Georgia

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

What  my realization  yesterday was that I WAS walking with the dogs - a long and not even walk through a near by field and I realized I was NOT twitching.   
It was getting so BRUTAL I went to the Dr.s. Friday...  Ready to talk brain surgery ;(.. trouble walking, constant zapping, poking in my head with pencil - EXHAUSTED from 'THIS  *&^%$#! ' where I was napping 3 times a day, can't focus - was screwing up mail! & when I screw up mail- I sent the one meant for Toronto to the UK and visa versa.. but what can I do - you have no idea how difficult this truly is- those closest to me & who SEE me understand more.  I mentioned a medication I have been researching for cartooning reasons of all things, a friend mentioned it how it helped  them with exhaustion - I had just watched a documentary where it was discussed and I then really weighed out my options & then discussed it with my Dr. whom I trust and am blessed to have. 

Pills or brain surgery or - who knows. The prescription granted.
​"You have to take it in the a.m. or you won't sleep" the pharmacist warned  Norm, (do you understand it got so bad I have stopped going OUT) "and she will feel it right away."
So, I got up and said "here goes"... Took one, had breakfast & took the girls right away
I have to go EARLY with none around because I can't walk all three.
They listened well  it was a really nice walk with snails.. and I remember thinking
         "Feel it right away? It's 2 hours later I feel nothing. F*cking bullshit... "  
and started to think why bother ...  it won't work.. then I realized:  
I'm not twitching as I stumbled over a rock. The more I walked the more I noticed..
I walked in the house- Norm was reading the paper- I said:  "LOOK at me!"
He did.. and I just said LOOK.. he said wow - "both your eyes are really open!"
​ & they stayed that way for more than 5 minutes! That is how long I've not had a break- for YEARS.  He watched and said "WOW, you're  not twitching.. " & I saw he teared up.

Thank you God for this break- yes, these are HAPPY tears.  
I am getting BREAKS 20 - 60 minutes and they are less intense. Oh my gosh I pray this works Of course I'm leary of the meds- but it was truly effecting my quality of life- between it and the arthritis- which I also  am being asked to go talk about anew medication which my Dr. believes will SLOW mine down but I'll need a Trillium grant.
YIKES.   That means for those who do not know  - $$$$$$.
We'll see.  I've yet to meet with that specialist. I am embracing this NOW-
​OUT in the garden with MY GIRLS - Social media can wait- I did celebrate by putting a contest on my Instagram account: WIN a SUMMER custom cap! By me.. 

Enjoy the day - embrace it!
With TLC & THC - and a few chemicals - for now ... we'll see If it does not continue to work
I'll probably discontinue it.  
The THC & Poppy keeps me off of ANTI depressants and helps with my pain & has saved my son's life as well as countless friends. Forgive Justin Trudeau for allowing any reefer madness - he has bigger issues to focus on, - it will happen VERY SOON!
Got your gardening gloves?

I give thanks to God & Great Growers very day! 
Amen.

Georgia

​GO enter here:   Instagram Georgia Toons.  The hat is below- I'll draw the winner on Friday.
Cannabis &  fear mongering tomorrow. Legalization SOON!
Will you be busted for walking down the street for smoking a joint?
​I HIGHLY doubt it.

What a morning this has been!!
It's too soon to say anything - but I can hardly contain myself! 
I'm almost too nervous to share.

I took the dogs for a walk this morning- up at 5 - no leashes needed -they are such good girls.  On the walk back - I had a REALIZATION- and the more I realized - I started to CRY- HAPPY tears!  I can't remember the last time - then I came home & shared with Norm- he too - looked at me - realized what I was saying- and his eyes teared up too! 

If  Storm was home I would have ran down and woke him laughing & crying.
It's a NEW FUCKING DAY!  After my walk - my horoscope was delivered and it started:
A sudden emotional lifequake rattles the foundations of your life today.
It is exactly how I feel!

Life is just going to get better from here on out! I know.
​The pool is open.. the gazebo is ready * comfortable.
I'm getting a bed for the guest room! I've invited Joshua Boulet first - he better.
Planning on visiting France to see the caves!  I was thinking maybe I'll ask Josh if he want's to go too - we can draw the world together... or at least the caves in France.
​I've invited an artist friend for a few..  weeeeeeee let the fun begin!

Oh my gosh - I must go paint & CELEBRATE this day! 
If I can stop crying long enough- and giggling.
MORE soon but NOW - I paint! 
Give thanks!

Thank God.
with TLC & THC
Georgia

Just Bee...   just enjoy the journey.

She's so confident, chilled .. just being who she is meant to Be -  just the QUEEN..
Being in the moment. Right here & NOW.  She is who I aspire to BE.
Queen of Calm - lol!  Can I do it?  I'm trying.  I try.

Did I tell you I'm quick tempered? Can you guess?  So all this BEE here NOW is needed.. we all need reminders and no' it is NO excuse- but this constant zapping does not help it's like a spark plug to the 10 second meltdowns.. the  good thing with my yelling  (always find the bright side) is with time it does seem to be  quicker, blunter..  if it's worth yelling over I must be pretty upset & I don't back down easily,  these are learned traits.  I've never claimed to be perfect in anyones mind but Gods... and I wish I got better at  ignoring stuff.  
Don't we all.

Someone pointed out  on PIN of all places.. it looks like someone is coping my art... or rather my ideas & was told someone saw prints recently of  one of my designs but apparently it was poor quality and a poor attempt  at selling so I just let it go..  & in the heat of the moment I even asked another artist if she "copied much?"  
-Because we have an image very similar. Sigh..
What the f*ck takes over  me?  I can tell you..   EGO.  

​It sneaks in from time to time (luckily in some ways) and says "that's the greatest idea ever!!" ...  "No one can even come close to such a creative idea!! & it will make you an internet sensation!" (which makes me laugh because I constantly can't decide on privacy settings so my account doesn't grow too fast, as with FB... It's not easy (for me) when you go from a few hundred to a  few thousand (with it comes more - messages, more comment control, more replies, more & more and less time painting.  Sometimes - I'll go online and see not only 'My amazing ORIGINAL idea' but one that is  the same and a touch - better in some cases - and then something takes over (gratefully) and I ask: 
Who am I - when I get like this?  
When I realized only moments later I was out of line and just grumpy from being  mentally exhausted first thing in the morning - I apologized - I never said I was perfect... she's a talented artist- and I bet she probably 'get's it', it seems par for the course if your show your work on line.  I apologized for my momentary mind ego takeover.  Ironically, I don't even know if she saw it - hahaha IG has a thing where you images disappear- I'm not sure how to turn this feature off. Then I apologized to myself.  
Have you forgiven yourself lately? It felt kinda nice..  ;)

Ease up, you lived through it yesterday, the day before & You can continue tomorrow but right NOW-   Go paint.. release, relax, breath  & BE. Become a Queen at Calm.
This is more important that any 'art' I can produce for the universe.  ;)

With TLC & THC
Georgia
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Weeeeee!   Who's excited about all the Gnome Grown Goodness coming to Canada this summer??  Me! Know why??      ...Because more people will get high!  
No, actually that is not the first reason for my excitement - it is because more people will Grow this Plant!  Some will grow one in a planted for the patio- just for fun & why not?
Geez - Calling all gardeners!!!  I know.. I've seen it grow and it is awesome- you know that feeling when you walk out in the morning sunshine and look at those tomatoes on the vine- - this is the same  and just and LOVELY- Oh and guess what - Birders!!!
HUMMING birds love it! Yeeeeee! Back to nature I'll be with this 'plant' and then - THEN 
The sigma will end.  The truth will be come common and cannabis will be added to salads and juiced too! Just like every God given herb on this planet- only this one will cost you.
So be it- if you wan the Variety- yes - I have been blessed - I have tried Cannabis from all around the world even  a few cannabis cup winners', above all else I am surrounded in this life by talented, passionate, hard working - GARDENERS.    

Me 53, cartooning Canadian - just like you in many ways.. not some swinging of the chandelier- running naked thought the snowy fields HIGH  ?  ALL this silliness will be put to an end.  

About the bat wielding lawyer... (still grindingly gears)  It's not that I don't have compassion for mental illness- ha- you know I do. I struggle with it myself  - who does not?  Really - maybe not now but usually everyone struggles for some reason or another at some point  during their lifetime.  Even after considered the bat kneecap thought- too many godfather movies growing up..  only days (hee hee - not hours) later, did I start to feel worse - worse because 'I' let 'some others' bad behaviour get to ME.. we all do. How many  take a bat & walk up to strangers and start to beat?  Cannabis or NOT - this person absolutely has a problem - more serious than cannabis - and now it's all anyone focuses on - THAT is the problem.    This judge has set the stage for a can of worms  - it's obvious.

So yes, I am truly excited for the 'normalization' of cannabis & I do not feel it will 'harm' the 'industry' in any way at all - if anything people will try home grown and then wish to explore with more. We can't grow in' the winter as easily here..  I doubt very many people will have elaborate home grows - not when they realize the amount of work and other costs.

Are you going to try to grow?  
Storm snapped the photo below of me the other day- this is a real plant.
It smells fruity, is lush - as big as my arm..  was so sticky , when he remove did my eyelashes and lips were stuck together.  Storm is passionate & has worked very hard to grow quality medicine (a decade already) especially now, he sees what's going on here, he understands how difficult this can be some days as well as his own  issues, tell me why I should NOT be proud -  MY son GROWS me/us the best medicine he possibly can..
​If you find any fault in the above  sentence in anyway, the problem is with you.
​Everything for a reason.. I've no doubts God has him on his path to do exactly what he does.

Michelle Rainey wanted Change... can you see her smiling?   I can.

It is a plant, it makes most of the world for a few centuries (at least)  feel good, intoxicated.. relaxed, happy, elated, enjoyable, rested... for ANYONE who has never tied- take it slow- no hurry.. it won't be going anywhere - if you think it might cause you to pick up a bat and go beat someone  -  seek professional help.     Here we grow....  

Have a good weekend! Some sunshine would be nice. 

With THC & TLC
​Georgia