It's Black Friday.  Consumerism is killing us.
More dead birds.. More Oil spills.     This one in Nova Scotia- are you AWARE?
Tis the season.  Migration season - these birds don't have a chance.
Shop till you drop time.. 
Forget  this postal strike - Go OUT & shop locally!  Better yet- make a special gift.
Support your neighbours - imagine the impact that would make on your OWN home town/city.  
The impact online shopping is having is already noticeable, especially when it comes to excessive packaging. Noticeably bad for the planet.

We are all responsible for the deaths of each creature.
Is all this "stuff worth it" ? 


My next card! Next... Ho Ho Ho

With TLC & THC
Georgia

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 

Will everyone be ready to celebrate in about 30 days!!!?
Let's hope it goes smoothly for all.. do you have your bong purchased? Papers ready?
The Kocky dog in Keswick has all the supplies you need.. there are many store across the GTA, I think you should grand explore all your options.

I was imagining who might not be able to use a bong.. and alas Space Money appeared.. not getting spaced out anytime soon though.
I follow the coolest Astronaut ever on Instagram... & I can't help but be proud of our Canadian representatives- like this man. https://chrishadfield.ca  A gentleman &  Scholar & Astronaut with a sense of humour.

I am watching Norm MacDonald on Netflix- I gotta say there is something oddly Canadian about it - like older Canadian shows with a low budget- but his one on one conversations have me intrigued  and his antics - do amuse.

I watched a movie yesterday called : MOM    on Netflix - subtitles.. This woman is my new favourite actress - an indian woman- I will look her us and watch other movies she has been in - I enjoyed this movie - all aspects and I must admit I would be like her I feel in the same situation.  Rape in India is a serious problem - it's a serious problem everywhere  #femicide
is a topic I am currently researching for material.. it's not fun.

It's another - ANOTHER balmy day in Ontario- I was so looking forward to fall- lol
 I'm tired of these hot muggy days now - who's looking forward to SNOW?  lol
Not Ginger &  Poppy.  Oh well time to put on my bathing suit & embrace this day!  
Do what you love!
Don't be a spaced out Monkey!

With TLC & THC 
​Georgia 

The first known written word for cannabis:

With TLC & THC
​Georgia

https://www.npr.org/2018/07/31/634314741/after-calfs-death-orca-mother-carries-it-for-days-in-tragic-tour-of-grief


With TLC & THC
Georgia

 Canada Day July 1st, I sat in the gazebo late & listened & watched the fireworks reflect off the pool...  Poppy was on the sofa, I was in a chair with my feet up on a stool,  in the past Tequila suffered greatly during fireworks - shaking violently, crying & cowering- we were relieved when she went deaf letter in life.. as long as she didn't see them she remained calm so I never sat out and 'enjoyed' them in a while.  Fact - the busies days for the SPCA- after fireworks- when TOO many pets go missing from being terrified.

As I listend to the 'weeeeeeeeeeeeee" and POP!!, BANG!! & "Screeeeeeeeeecccccchhhhhh' of the fireworks - I realized how it is for us- In Canada & America they are sounds associated with JOY.  Fireworks = celebration! Party, food, fun with family & friends! YeeeeeeHawwwwww.  
Suddenly one of my CLOSE neighbours let of a POP!! & Poppy flew off the sofa - under the chair at the same time  'DAISY (big baby)  & Scruffy FLEW up an onto my lap!! lol  
I then realized the girls were not enjoying it as much as I was and how frightening the sounds must be for them so we went in - Bird too was trembling in his cage, when normally he's still flying around the room.

It hit me then... these sounds we associate with Joy - Please forgive me Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Mexico, Somalia... (and others) my ignorance astounds me sometimes- these noises 'we' associate with Joy- you must only associate with death.  So many innocent people live under constant destruction, bombs and screeching across the night sky.  They don't have hot dogs & burgers, no sparklers or kids in *bouncy tents.. they hardly have clean water to drink.  America is responsible for much of the destruction, drones, bombing of innocence - look at Vietnam.  

When you enjoy your fire works tonight stop & listen.
Try to imagine for only a minute istening to those familiar sounds under different circumstances. The screams not from fireworks but from mothers who lose their babies.
Would you want to stay in these countries? Wouldn't you want the chance at a better life? 
At a LIFE??
I would.

No more fireworks for me, I'm done. A waste of money and they hurt wildlife too - Birds especially - do you know  birds drop out of the sky due to shockwaves, hundreds at a time,   I WAS thrilled to READ WE are stopping - YEAH Canada!
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-banff-ditches-big-bang-canada-day-fireworks-to-protect-wildlife/   Another fine example of leading first! 

This just pissed me off: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5gXkERQ8M0 
People 'laughing' as their own dogs go after fireworks- some encouraging them- how fucking careless & STUPID  - what if the dogs face gets blown off you ^%$#&* idiots.  
Don't think it can happen? It does ALL the time. 
https://www.causes.com/causes/121564-against-fireworks-in-lebanon/updates/491597-fireworks-harm-and-kill-animals  
Horses have heart attacks.. WTF  is wrong with us that we continue this selfishness? 

You know why? Because we are NOT in Syria, Mexico or any other war torn country listen to screaming, seeing homes destroyed, babies lying gin the streets, orphans because mom was cooking when the apartment exploded, limbs blow off, death and decay in the streets. Instead we'll have our beer & hotdogs, sparklers and laughs as our pets chase fireworks.

I called it 'As above - So below'  because I feel (regrettably)  that America is causing so much pain it's only a matter of time - before they experience the wrath they put on others and then when theses 'Immigrants"  have nothing they are turned  away or PUT in cages AS we are NOW witnessing...   after they blow up their homes & countries  because of GREED.

By the way- Fireworks  kill and harm many children & adults too.  
Here is a site that will help you prepare to help your animals  tonight if YOU care:
http://www.occupyforanimals.net/fireworks-and-animals.html

YeeeeHaaaaawww.

With TLC & THC
Georgia

* Just learned today - Bouncy towers/castles harm & kill more kids than cannabis. 
                                           WTF is wrong with our priorities. 

This little guy was too sweet not to enjoy painting him. 
Another artist asked if I'd consider painting a sloth with cannabis & luckily I'd already gave it thought when panting my mushroom sloth. Natural medicine on my mind and taking it easy..sloth life.  Have you see photos of Sloths?  I've never seen a sloth live' - thats to some strangers - I have seen them all over the world now.  Sharing, teaching educating others.. this is what we are doing..  The good the bad & the ugly, or how else will it ever change?

My son expressed slight upset (I don't discuss the things with anyone but my homeboy, FYI) at my post - my reply was  "I love you, it is a problem, I'm sorry but It IS how I feel."   People have to realize they are not alone... especially young women - young artists. I have known several young women far less confident than I was who are already struggling.   I can help by admitting 'here's me' and it's been a struggle of an on for a good part of my life- I KNOW get why. Why does not matter NOW, I'm good with the past & all in it.

My problem 'now' is usually brought on by physical  jolts of pain, my heart & mind are good because I AM good with God.  With Storm moved, Norm and I have had lots of time to 'chat'  I feel an awakening has shifted.. somewhere.   Let's  avoid any unnecessary bickering - this is how it is..   stuff - Right?  

Of course my Sloth is grinning he's got his carved wooden bong on his back- and a lovely Indica to help get him in the mood for some peaceful, calming, R & R.

I'd hang out with him - how about you?
I associate with a sloth, alone, slow, content - covered in moss if we sit too long & loves to swim.  :D  Happy Sloth to you! 
He will make a cute little cananbis card,   Inside words:

Can I come hang with you? Or  Hanging with you keeps me SMILING!   

Next a cananbis Tiger & then... Dorothy & the  Scarecrow.
​
 Made with TLC & THC of course.
Georgia

I was informed some suggest Anony was possibly murdered.  
It might be possible. Robin Williams too was a shock..    
You know what's a bigger shock 1 in 10 Canadians every day take their own life.


Right now- I'm good  I'm in Gods hands happily playing with paint & tigers & bears & lions oh My!  I love my son. I am excited to watch his adventure! 

Does anyone think this is going to get "better" - let's face it.. Trump is jealous of Trudeau
look at him, it's obvious and jealous of his style - sock envy.  It's going to get worse.

Trump is no more than a bully and his insecurities are glowing around the world  & his American advisors  jump on the band wagon-  "A special place in Hell"  for Trudeau-, wow.. whats up America?  Is this the American who believes in God then? Phhhhbt.   The one that is against other things like 'Thou shall NOT kill?' But sells & owns more guns than any other  country -  when was the last school shooting - so many I can't recall.   Hmm,  I'm sure there is a special place in Hell - and it's not for Trudeau - chances are its for a racist, pussy grabbing, selfish, hate feeling, LIAR, wall building bully. 

What's happening here..  how are Canadians reacting?

Canadians are not too thrilled with this latest performance put on by your "president" Eh. 
Are we bitching about it- a little..    it's great Americans are saying #thanksCanada  trying to make up of the actions of the biggest bully on the planet. Isn't that sad  alone - the USA is represented by the most hated man who is also the biggest 'bully' amongst other things..  He's not taken seriously any longer, his lies documented daily.
He is only seen as a BIG JOKE, who is all about greed. 
It appears  he is not capable of caring for any one other than himself.
Not all of us are as diplomatic as Trudeau - please.  Enough is enough.

What are Canadians saying?  It's not what we are saying - it's what we are doing.
It's Simple  & obvious...  Hurt Trump where it hurts him the most:
Bye America...  because here right 'now'  many will only BUY Canadian.
           BUY Canadian.  

Why would any sane Canadian continue to support TRUMP & all he greeds for?

Ironically the last few purchases I've made have been from the USA, people (artists) off of instagram - because I love their work- I like them  but come on, enough is enough..  when will Americans stand up to him and say ENOUGH is ENOUGH!  
If you won't support us or yourself by standing up to this menace - we won't support you with our dollar.  Would you?
Would you support us if Trudeau said the things your "President"  & his paid cohorts spew? 

In one way I feel sad for those I have been supporting (they might not agree with what's happened) but in all reality anything I have been getting in the USA - I CAN & WILL find the same service, goods made right here Made in Canada.  Every store I enter I'm asking "what's made in Canada?"  from Dog treats to produce to our new furniture.  
NOTHING USA until you get rid of that ASS.  
Do Americans think they will come out unscathed regarding these Tariffs, will they continue to support Trumps Tantrum Tweets?  Time will tell.

We Canadians do have reputation for being nice, kind - I believe some mistake this for "Weak" I believe they will soon find out the two are not the same.  

NOW with Cannabis I see a lot of Americans venturing up here wanting to do business - yes, I guess so - a couple remind of Trump - GREED is the main goal- do some research- who will you invest your Canadian Cannabis $$$ with?  
Please consider - it might seem insignificant 'little purchases" but they are far from it.  
They add up.

​People will treat you as you let them.. Trump will treat us - as WE let him.

Hurt Trump where HE will notice it most.  
BUY Canadian.
Don't mistake our kindness for weakness...
Here's another opinion in the Toronto star.. it's not just shopping that's stopping.  ..     lwww.thestar.com/opinion/contributors/2018/06/11/more-motivation-than-ever-not-to-visit-us.html

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

Lot's of time to think. 
Now that Storm has moved I find myself thinking about moving on myself.
Why stay 'here?  For the dogs... for the pool?   A Gazebo...  STUFF?
Why stay?  Is this 'house' worth it?
Why stay?  Convenience?  Comfort?
There is nothing convenient or comfortable being in a house where there is no love.
The dogs love me..   :)   Thank God.  Bird too. 

I'm taking some time off - going on a mini 'silent' retreat.  
I enjoy not speaking  - it physically gives my face a break, not speaking means not triggering my condition - and there are days I will do what ever it takes to try to get  break from 'this, the past week between the weather (pressure from rain),  added stress - I had 3 conversations on the phone each time I explained first - "I have a condition that causes me literal pain to speak on the phone"  so I don't like to repeat myself, thinking it  would be addressed by those in charge, so I don't have to repeat over and over.. Especially NOT to someone who just wants to hear gossip.
I want to go directly to have problem addressed  promptly - wouldn't  you?
                    Do you think any of these strangers cared?   No.  
They didn't give a fuck how I felt - so I thought why should I -  and I became BLUNT.  
Blunt & quick to the point & WILL again if need be.    
They wanted to 'gossip'.. and I don't give a fuck about gossip, nor do I have the time - I have better thing to do - like paint!  It has made this past week a nightmare, physically.
No medicine seems to be helping and I have absolutely had enough.
I can't even paint through it - lots of napping going on.

Time to take a break, go within & catch up on art work a few are waiting for, thank you for your continued patience,  I'm grateful people appear to understand - the longer I take.. the more thought  I've put into your art.

The personal project  I am currently working on also requires more concentration & focus,
time to take it to the next level.  

                With God all things are possible & the possibilities are ENDLESS.

Georgia 
​with TLC & THC

There is this good news: Finally.