Grow through what you go through.
Are you ready to GROW? Not long now, If I had to guess most people started when it was announced we could-  I saw myself a few plants out on patio's this past summer.  
Here we GROW! 5 days! I'm beyond excited - I'm at the point I am so thrilled about legalization I want to celebrate in a special way- but I celebrate cannabis every time I paint it - so what will I do? No clue.

Grow through what you Go through.. on my mind.  It's not always easy to grow through or GET past' things that happen, especially unfortunate events... and it takes time.  Not everyone can  Grow through - every experience, sometimes they make us bitter and even fearful- fearful that if we let our guard down it might happen again. 

I know myself I'll be going along fine and then I will be hit with a "trigger"  which can be an image, event or even just words.  Imagine being raped (years ago) and NOW you see your perpetrator become  The supreme Court judge... that's a trigger for sure.  Imagine how  the woman feels who was raped and NOW sees this PIG in  POWER. No doubts she imagines others he will hurt and it's part of the reason she shared.  Do you think women make up stuff for the FUCKING fun of it.. like  "he RAPED me", no.   There is NO fun it coming forward with SUCH statements. 1 in 3 women will suffer some sort of sexual violence in her lifetime.  1 in 3.

I was 'only'  lied to, manipulated & USED by a "couple"  this past year and every time I see or hear their name - it triggers the anger again. It triggers the emotions I had then - It triggers the pain I felt/feel - so IMAGINE being physically attacked the pain this woman felt and still does today.  EVERY woman who has ever been raped- it changes your life. Every child who is ever abused- it destroys something in them FOREVER - there should be no limit on calling out attacker... there should be no doubts.  No one does this for fun. 

We recently watched the Canadian movie & true story about Indian Horse, I highly recommend the movie, as sad as it is. Learn what we DID NOT in school. Learn the truth of how these people were stripped of EVERYTHING including a future and dignity- You think they don't have "triggers"?    At the end the anger I felt- the rage - especially towards  adults who prey on children I want to say:

YOU are a sick human if you fuck with children & should be behind bars forever... now or 20 years from now. 

So tell me please,  tell all women, tell children who have been sexually abused if you can:
How do we move past this... when we officially promote the perpetrators to
Supreme court judges and presidents & CEOs.  

Grow through what you Go through..    Try.

with TLC & THC       5 more days!
Georgia

Below is from a new painting..  CANADA   and it's beauty  & cannabis  (of course)

Today has cooled off... whew.
There's much to see in your own  backyard you just have to open your eyes...
Then, the most difficult decision is what to paint today? 

Here is my favourite toothpaste! I wanted to share because I'm really pleased with it for many reasons - Thank you https://greenbeaver.com/en/products/toothpastes : 

Cannabis related - Nice to see Dana Larsen is staying on top of facts- since the NEWS papers are CLEARLY NOT concerned about FACTS... https://www.straight.com/cannabis/1097556/dana-larsen-canadian-press-story-claims-8851-annual-deaths-cannabis-use-truth

with TLC & THC
Georgia

Want to see what I made at Crock a doodle? (such a creative space)  next.

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.

Our on Forays I've noticed a few things besides the mushrooms, birds & chipmunks - trash.
TRASH - Garbage left by trashy people with no respect of our 'living' room called earth.
Seriously people - what's the problem?
You can't carry that empty coffee cup any further?
That empty pop bottle too heavy to tote now that you consumed the content? 
Worse - every time I've gone on a foray chances are I stumble across  a condom. WTF?  
You are a dirty PIG if you fuck in the woods and leave your condoms there for others to find and nature to insult. 

What the fuck are you doing fucking in the woods in a public parks in the first place?!
This is not acceptable behaviour- there are rooms, hotels - we don't need to find your trace in OUR PUBLIC space - show some respect for others & yourself.

There is nothing nastier than finding a beautiful edible chanterelle - with a used condom beside it.  Following this grossness is cigarette butts!  Talk about ignorance and carelessness  and again I find myself wondering why? Why be out here in the wood surrounded by everything natural & beautiful - peaceful - if you're the type of person to throw your cigarettes  on the forest floor - you don't deserve to be there. 

Many occasions I wear rubbers myself - the GLOVE kind -  & pick up others trash, while I wait for mushroom identification to occur.  It's easy to get a garbage bag full in most cases.  I recently discovered a woman who lives locally on IG - she calls herself The Ditch Bitch- and she cleans up others trash- in my neighbourhood!  I decided to thank her with a little original (below)... and it inspired my gnome.  
Make a difference.. pick up trash - better yet- DON'T drop it in the first place.

A keep your fucking condoms on your weiner until you get into your own car or home thanks -  for all those who do leave 'parts of themselves' in the forrest, your trashy treasures left for us to discover: 
​May a tick find and bite you where it counts.

With TLC & THC for nature
​Georgia 

An awakening from a nap today drew me to one conclusion...
Stay outside & offline as much as possible.
This is what is best right NOW.

I'm going to do what I love to do...  paint.
I'm starting some new editorials too.
It is tiring - words, when I'm confident I can accomplish it with art.

"WE" had the best shopping experience at Walmart (finally, thank God) - with Poppy on the weekend. It restored my faith in Walmart employees (Keswick ones anyhow)  & a new understanding of service dogs  - pint size as they may be..  was very much appreciated. Thank you, made me feel good all the way home- pulling my new 'fancy' lined bundle buggy.. lol  -  Thinking to myself - (head held high')  Go Ahead! Judge us...  (those driving past).  When's the last time you walked anywhere let alone carried your purchases home.  
Thank you Walmart the struggle has been real & now I feel it is over.
We needed that. .. So much so Poppy is posing for a Thank you card.
I shall deliver it on our next adventure.

I'm not even 'opening'  e mail for a few days - unless it's Jim Carey - asking if I want to hang out and paint - in the middle of nowhere.  He is one of two, I currently relate to on Instagram.  Until then.

I am in good hands...   Gods.
With TLC & THC
​Georgia

Below : I finished the 'privacy screen',  all it needs now is a clear coat and off it goes.
              It gave me an idea for a fun little privacy screen of my own.. stay tooned.

Something happened I did not expect..  I knew I would be happy when Cannabis finally became legal but happy - doesn't quite cut it- I Am FUCKING ELATED!
                                          I CAN'T FUCKING BELIEVE IT!!
If Justin Trudea was here I would be hanging off his neck (are you reading this Crusty?)  thanking him and hugging him and trying not to squeeze the life out of him - like Agnes with the Unicorn in 'Despicable me... Thank You Justin! Thank you for realizing above all else how Cannabis prohibition (drug prohibition) is harming Canadians because of unjust laws.  Thank you for letting Canadians decide how we should be able to enjoy ourselves. Thank you for ending the insanity of cannabis prohibition and setting an example for the rest of the world to witness and hopefully follow.  
* My son reminds me "it's not officially legal but it is unstoppable..."   now we just need the date, and that won't be long now.. a few weeks?

I read over and over again- of course a few politicians -still fear mongering, still stalling- the Conservative government - would have found a million excuses and kept sending our youth to jail -  I would now like to see  convictions overturned  for cannabis offences- especially for simple offences like being busted for personal use.  I read so much my minds still swimming - the sense of relief you have no idea.. of course a little wave of  'I told you so..'  is there too. I told you so...  In our life time. 
The Sun, the moon & the truth- Cannabis is not what we have been led to believe for decades.  Yes, I've lost friends & family over cannabis arguments - sadly countless have- especially between parents and children (young adults)...  
Suddenly I don't feel as mush as a 'loss' as a 'CLEANSE'.  Good riddance.
Anyone who judges you over your personal use of cananbis - especially medically - speaks volumes about them.  Every time I read  "we need more education" - I actually chuckle- It's ALL we have been reading about as Canadians for over a year easily & lets face it  - we ALL should be somewhat responsible NOW for ourselves and for educating our OWN children on cannabis - the resources are abundant.

Yes, there will be problems, a few more hurdles- like marketing, products, dispensaries.. - a few humans will mess up- IF you try cannabis & it's not for you - duh- don't use it. How difficult is that - some people  just don't get it- they will consume cannabis & drink alcohol, they do now.. will  Canada wake up stoned and everyone start to get hight all the time - no, life will go on as is because we all still have bills to pay, lives to live and a purpose to fulfil.  After the realization finally set in- I found myself losing all feelings anger I've had... with  legalization come realization and who can ask for anything else?
Yesterday was one of the most peaceful days I've experienced in years.. napping  outdoors - I woke feeling  new hope about cannabis in Canada. 

Recently on IG - I 'unfollowed' anyone that had anything to do with cannabis- for a few reasons, mostly because when I'm missing my son-  seeing all his/our friends only makes me miss him more,  it's a constant reminder when I'm trying to focus on  other issues.  It has me wondering how does anyone break up in a relationship in this day with social media?! It would be harder to do and to move on..   & then I feel forlorn because it's all people I truly like (& care about) and have to re-follow.   Ha, so those I unfollow and re follow - I really like you.. hahaha, ahhhh social media. We all have bigger issues to be concerned with.  I'm sorry, I simply do what I feel works best... it's not always the case in hindsight.    

Now we need to focus on All that will continue to go right Canada - CELEBRATE!  

This is for Justin.. thank you.
https://globalnews.ca/video/4250359/justin-trudeau-compares-canada-to-an-even-tempered-mooseglobalnews.ca/video/4250359/justin-trudeau-compares-canada-to-an-even-tempered-moose  
Canada is a Moose.  A moose on the loose in a  cannabis garden  star gazing while grazing.

Thank You Canada -  for ending the insanity! 

With TLC& THC
​Georgia

Jesus in the garden... getting creative.  
'Squesus'  -this was a remark made by one of Storms friends  that made me giggle.
I've said it before.. would Jesus be in a cubicle? Would he be working on Wall St.?
Would Jesus be all about Money?  Hardly.
My homeboy would be in his element amongst the plants. Teaching  THC & TLC
Jesus would be in the garden, surrounded by light, nature & love. 
The perfect garden right NOW would be the cananbis garden...  growing medicine to help ease the suffering of mind and body of countless others.  & yes Look at that enthusiasm!  Hee Hee - Jesus is Squeezing rosin.. If your not aware there is a process where cannabis is SQUEEZED under extreme pressure to  squeeze out 'Rosin'  to smoke. 

Leafy explains it simply here: www.leafly.com/news/cannabis-101/what-is-rosin
& some presses available (with video) here: https://heavy.com/marijuana/2017/09/top-best-rosin-press-cannabis-weed-wax-oil/   for any that are not aware and might interested.

Anything you NEED to know about Cannabis you can find out on line.
Some might want to invest in one of these machines- instead of purchasing from a dispensary,  it's amazing how fast these machines were developed- I remember a few years ago when everyone was pressing 'Rosin' with hair straighteners!  This is how  the cannabis industry is going - BOOMING.  At every turn Im reading about new product- drinks, foods, candies and guess what THEY are coming to Canada.

I'm a bit ashamed at the way some Canadians (government) are trying to ban advertising and creativity- my friend Crusty Rusty called me yesterday and said  "They are trying to stop people like you!"   People like me? A criminal?
Yep - in the mind of some right NOW - I am a dangerous offender... for what you ask?
Drawing Cannabis related work - in a positive light.
AND yes - some of my work is pretty darn cute too! Wait until you see my next card - also to promote cannabis.  You see the last time I checked - we lived in a free country Canada - able to express ourselves and speak up for what we stand for & I am doing exactly that.

Eventually my work will be seen, I've no doubts.   So I keep at it- EVERY DAY.  
You see there is NO way - perhaps lots of balking and fear mongering - but when the LCBO can advertise, send out glossy magazines, commercials, give paraphernalia - like hats & beach balls with bear branding on it, sponsor concerts and other community events- IT IS against OUR HUMAN rights NOT to be able to do the same and I will fight for mine because I BELIEVE in them, so will many others. I REALLY hope these BIG dispensaries (with big busks)  start this legal battle A.S.A.P., so it will be dismissed and we can get on with things.   Why shouldn't they be able to promote their product?  It's ridiculous .

Good F*CKING luck  all  Hypocrites in stopping Cannabis branding and shaming.  
Our Govenrment's approach still screams Fear Mongering and that IS what CONFUSES ADULTS AND CHILDREN. It is SHAMING cannabis consumers and our government will  be ashamed of that fact alone sooner or later- watch and see.

Preventing Canadians from succeeding in a WORLD WIDE market right now- is what  is happening, preventing Canada from showing the rest of the world HOW creative we are!  
How proud, how professional...
Does any of this make sense to anyone?
This bullshit- fear mongering about the children is only a SMOKE screen. 
Do you know how many LCBO stores are in Ontario alone? Hmmmm.. Do you know the numbers of children that are effected by alcohol abuse?
Cannbis is PROVEN safer than alcohol time and time again YET cannabis  is treated like a killer? Prove it.

The fines they are stating that will still exist to people who sell cannabis - how is this cannabis legalization? Why are we giving the police so much money to enforce something that will now be legal?  I see many NEW court cases starting and being WON but US the PEOPLE. 

With TLC & THC

Did you know Canada has discovered a NEW BEE?  & it's a cute little bee! Made me smile right away have a peek:

A black & white Bee with a  smile on it''s back! O.k., the smile doesn't make me think this bee's stinger will hurt any less - as a matter of fact - I think this bee might hurt a little more - not sure why. How neat! New creatures are being discovered all the time - Evolution it's called. This bee was named after the person in Manitoba which discovered it- that too is pretty neat if you ask me- to be named for a BEE. Called Epeolus gibbsi, discovered bee has white markings on back that look like a grin   Talk about timing! A happy little bee with cannabis becoming legalized in Canada! Perfect!   

Are you attending the lift Expo on the weekend? I am - although I wasn't sure - I don't have Facebook but I've had 3 different people tell me about the latest Cannabis drama in  the past 24 hours, calling it a 'cannabis catfight'.  Just the little bit I heard has me thinking - well... what did you expect?  Lot's of talk about greed and pettiness - some new light being cast -eyes being opened.  Time will tell. It all sounds like some tasteless, tacky media grab at the moment- what else is new.
I've been assured none of it  will be 'going on' at the LIFT expo - good, who needs to be surrounded by it, it appears to be making 'all involved' not look too friendly  or too pretty' at the moment... too bad.    

I want to go and see some friends! Check out whats new- who's doing what and spend time with my son (always a pleasure)  It's exciting times Canada! Don't be distracted by drama- we've got celebrating to do!
I've got my mind focused on all things positive Cannabis...  Frig I'm excited- for an awakening. Just like the discovery of a new BEE Canada is going to discover Cannanbis is not all what we've been led to believe- goodbye reefer madness once and fall.  It even helps - Millions.  Less people being busted for a victimless crimes... Maybe the police - getting all the money to enforce something that is now legal? WTF?...  might actually use it for serving & protecting those who really need served & protected.

Sure you'll have people busted for impaired ' they will try and more court cases will appear- and disappear.

​BE here NOW! Be awake! Be alert! Be ready to experience cannabis- put down the bottle- start conversations - next - make all drugs legal. Address People with drug problems 'mental health problems' as they are and not criminals.  Education is the key for a happy healthier Canada - all around.
​Tis time! BE here NOW!  
Oh Canada... Just Be.

with TLC & THC 
​Georgia

My 3rd eye elephant is awake and ready to explore the universe.
The vine the truck turns into is the  Ayahuasca Plant, which is said to have healing properties, I've read extensively, watched documentaries and have even thought I've found the perfect place where I might be interested in experiencing it of myself...  but alas - I'm not fond of vomiting & apparently it is part of the process, this does not mean I've ruled it out completely I am a firm believer in  "when the time is right.."

I believe these natural substances are here to help.  Some like cannabis - include helping the body with pain, involuntary movement, PTSD and much more, mushrooms  appear to help with issues of the mind sometimes getting to the core of a problem in minutes - where otherwise - other ways have taken years to process & Ayahuasca apparently does the same - it helps heal the mind. Now, I know many who have tired it - just since the past four years it seems to be something more are exploring- not to get HIGH but to HEAL.   

Once you start to learn about these plants your eyes open.  They open before you even experience them- and the first way they open is you start to ask yourself:
Why have we put people in jail for growing & enjoying nature?  
WHO decided what plants God gave us are for us to use and not to use?

Then you try some of these natural medicines- and your eyes open wider when you understand how they work, when you don't die, your brain does not fry', you realize the extent of the lies & control passed on from generations.. & hopefully you become awake & realize how we have hurt each other, other family members, others in society because we have judged them as "hippies & stoners" when they have actually been lovers & healers.  I've yet to read about people who use Ayahuasca who've turned violent ...  
I do not understand why these options are not available yet- proven deadly medications are on the increase still.  I do understand actually - $$$$$$$$$$$ - I do no understand why we allow it to continue.  The sun the moon & the truth..
Until all drugs in Canada become legal we will still be going in the wrong direction.

Open your eyes.

The elephant was painted with love as always the eyes resemble the centre of the actual vine -  they make jewelry from it. The green & background one moment appear bold the next they disappear when you get lost in the detail of this majestic, wise beast.
Someone has expressed interest in it with a couple of other pieces.. I'll sleep on it and then give  my price - if they decline, it will look awesome hanging in the gazebo!  

Acrylic on Canvas
​
With THC & TLC 
Georgia

Sticks and stones can break our bones but names are just "words" usually uttered by  grumpy,  jealous,  insecure people.  

Learn this and then...   Let that shit go.

Who knows why we upset some people - just because we exist. How is it even possible to hate entire nations - a 'race' of people just because they live differently and look differently.
It happens all the time every day, every moment.  One of the saddest is to be simply disliked due to your gender or desired gender.  

Misogynist - what can we say about men who hate women & encourage the violence of women - they belong in jail. It is their lack of control and insecurities which make them behave so. I've met and know both sorts of men..  THANKFULLY,  I known many confident men, successful and kind men - never do they speak about women in a derogatory way- they exist  & this is the new generation of men who are going to succeed, the days of this bullshit & being 'pricks' are over.

'Bitch' is the most common term assigned by men to women over the decades...  
Bitch because we have no problems speaking up,  so be it  I've learned to embrace the inner Bitch.  I've wasted far too much time taking heed of others opinions... those days are done.
DO not waste YOUR time - Live in the NOW - focus on your gifts & talents and you will be happy while other are only distracted. Young women should be taught the correct definition of Bitch:  
A strong woman who isn't afraid to expresses herself and stand up for what she believes in.

A lovely young woman is missing in Toronto.. another woman missing. If you live in Toronto please pay attention, look, search.. help. I have the feeling this might end bad,  it does really seem out of the ordinary for this young woman.  This must be the most heartbreaking thing for any family.

Today if someone calls you a nasty name: Turn & say:  
"Thank You!... Lesson learned and now I shall move on- enlightened."
That is the gift they do provide - awareness - that they are struggling with issues and resort to name calling, knowledge is power - then you know who to surround yourself with- some people say keep you friends close & enemies closer - screw that!
I say - Keep that bad karma out of you positive way!  ;)

I have a few projects to complete- people are getting mail this week!
Time to venture out to the great backyard!

Have a lovely day - be good to yourself & remember to smile- this made me smile
hee hee  
Now my warm up is out of the way  I shall focus on a masterpiece!  ;D

With TLC & THC 
​Georgia