Women in the cannabis industry...
Jodie Emery comes to mind..  she is educated, successful, powerful, attractive and speaks  professionally & properly about cannabis, I draw better than anything.. ;)  Jodie has made strides for cannabis across Canada & around the world & is by far one of the best women representing in the industry.  Of course past representatives I think of Michelle Rainy, she was a True Queen in the Cannabis industry, her compassion was like no other we've experienced.  Many women/advocates have an online presence - and they don't give themselves credit for all the awareness they bring! You don't need to be FAMOUS - you just need to be persistent. Persistent & passionate about this plant.

There are several women raising awareness regarding cannabis, you might have seen the new show on netflix-  Disjointed. I watched a few episodes & I was disappointed with Disjointed. I was upset the first episode ended with a woman rubbing 'medicated lube on her steering wheel before she drives home - WTF?  What genius approved that?
What message did that alone send out- never mind the constant  degrading stoner mentality seen in the show. I didn't find it funny.. sure it has stereotypical stoner laughs, I found it disrespectful and disheartening for all who fight with their lives and children lives, more T.V. mind wasting stuff.  For the record - I love Kathy Bates, I hope, IF it continues- they change it up a bit, I've read it's not doing so great.

Like most businesses - women are taken advantage of and stereo types like this are not helping.  I know of women who want in the industry so bad - they are falling for the lies & snakes that tell them. Being used, abused and tossed like trash.  IF anyone 'makes promises' - get it in writing.   Men are still making all the money and degrading women along the way.  I have witnessed first hand how liars work and how they manipulate - I recently found out 'a friend'  has been nothing more than a liar:   The Sun the Moon & the Truth, three things can not long be hidden.

I'm hurt,  I lost a friend - not 'who they said they were' so I guess it's no real loss.
It is someone in the industry,  I was struggling with going out in public before and am worse now because I found out this person was knocking me to others'.  Pointing out my facial twitch to others in a degrading manner.  Who does this?  Pretends they are friends for over a year but tells others 'they have no clue who I am..' phones, e mails & more- you should see my extensive photo collection. LIES.  Why I'm not sure, I was told 'I'm valuable in the industry as is my art.'  I found this all out first hand & it's taken me a few weeks just to absorb.. I feel 'dirty 'for being friends now with this person.   My trust is gone.. :(

I found out,  I forgive faster than even I realize, forgive and forget  so you don't waste one more second of life on parasites who prey on others.   Don't let anyone drain your passion or energy... let it be fuel - let it make you stronger. Burn BRIGHTER! 

YOU - you know who you are..
I know you read my blog & have been for a while.
You are forgiven.  
How quick some can go from Hero to Zero,  it's my own fault for ever putting anyone on a pedestal in the first place. I was spared even more bullshit by a brave woman who confronted me because she knew what was happening.    
 I know several women are now reading my blog.  
Yes, he does know me, yes he pretended to like me', yes he sent me photos, yes he hinted...    you know - the same shit you hear on a different day .

                WOMEN WE have to support each other - MORE than ever! 
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​The canabis industry is one women should be a part of and a focal point! Strong Men who are not intimidated by women support them, strong men are the only ones who can handle strong women. The companies which will succeed are ones with women on board, so far I'm pleased the way Canada is going & will be watching closely. 

There are MANY in the industry making a positive difference to communities and more. Raising money & awareness and are truly GOOD people...  They will rise and succeed faster! The world is tired of rich assholes'  pushing their way into places they don't belong.  
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Women have the creativity, brains and more for the cannabis industry - I can't wait to watch them rise!

I will rise higher & faster! With love I can not fail.
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When I say 'God has my back' I know it's a fact.  :)
I literally prayed for resolution regarding this person & the next day I was contacted.
It was difficult but now I'm aware & stronger than ever & I made a new friend!
lol - who knew?   Give thanks!  Continue to LOVE!  
RISE higher & faster with love.

Fate made us sisters.. Hearts made us friends.
WE ARE ALL SISTERS!

With Love 
g

On my desk for weeks is a drawing I've penciled but cannot finish.
I've been reading & researching about it for months and don't know where to begin.  
With Social media.  Several people noticed I came home from California and deleted my 'Georgia Toons'  professional Facebook Account. I guess I'm trying to lead by example.. your life will NOT end if you delete your FB account.  Those who want to find you will.

ME, a 53 year old woman struggles with social media - it's consuming most days, messages, posts, etc... so imagine how I felt when I read about how terrible it is becoming for 15, 14, 12, 11 year old girls (and younger) who can't stand up and say - "F*ck off- I could care less what you think of me..."  to the nasty groups, posts, pages, comments and photos & chances are even if they say it - they would not mean it.  
I on the other hand..  lol     deleted FaceBook.
Then, l was advised - 'just get it back so no one can take the name-'should I choose to want it again',  I did  and have  very few followers and won't be as active with it, if at all.  
I'm still here & am accomplishing more painting.

Young girls are being tricked, fooled intentionally (even drugged) - encouraged to share their personal images online, naked, and in many cases more. ***PARENTS - it's YOU who's getting them the phones & paying the phone bills ? I don't get it &  PARENTS are taking less care with internet privileges, kids can use their phones and are anyway.  Often these girls believe they are sending images to a boy they have a crush on' - remember that - how powerful crushes are?   In fact they are not - or they  might be - but in most cases it's become about 'sharing the images' and amongst those not intended to see.  How else does one 'put this stuff?  
To make a long story short- lives are being ruined -  the young women. They do NOT know how to cope or ignore and they are harming themselves more and more.
It's 'not as bad' as they anticipate it will get.
Exposed young women do not share with parents out of fear, humiliation and  many are blackmailed. I wish I was making this stuff up  ;(.  FB apparently is one of the worst breeding ground, they are struggling right now keeping control of  hate speech.  By the time it is caught & removed - too much damage has been done... screen shots taken - forever out there.

So this joke of 'Dick Picts'   is NOT funny, it encourages bad behaviour.
Does my frankness offend? I hope so... but while you are offended by my wording- your daughter might be making the mistake of her beautiful, innocent lifetime while some creep gets off in more ways than one.     


To keep quiet would only encourage the problem.
Ladies, Girls - please don't do it.. it's not a good idea.
Guys - you are on your own.

I can't finish the drawing. 
Parents IF you find out about your daughters sharing images- please show compassion and try to understand.

  
Creatively
g

I'm 53 and proud to be here.   I've noticed something along the years - a trend if you will... I call it  Bipolar Bullshit.   FIRST - there is no 'test' which can prove someone is bipolar or  not. It is based on 'Opinions',  some professional - most not.  I am sure there are people who suffer from great degrees of mood swings and it can be terrible - especially when younger people are confused & feel like ending their lives.  This is about relationships, mostly between men and women.  I want to help young women especially with this subject.  *warning- this blog is 'full of fucks.

A friend shared her 'observation' I still remember our conversation- it hit home then and does even more now  "the second they get tired of you - you become "crazy", everything you do- they blame you, tell all your friends -she's losing it, she's going crazy..'  that was over a decade ago - she eventually had her marriage demise and was told "you're crazy.."  Go figure.   The new term I hear often is "she's Bipolar".  I was actually in a conversation with a group of men & they joked when one said he was 'struggling' with his new wife (#3 ) -"I think she's bipolar"  they all laugh.. apparently the last 2 wives were also bipolar. I look at this tall, white haired handsome gentleman as he says this, I've seen his flirting ways and smooth charms already (you know the type) - and think to myself - yeah sure, I bet they were all bipolar.. asshole.  All the men are high paid, very professional, smart, educated, successful...  I turn to my friend who was one of them when he commented later - again - about her being bi-polar (apparently his ex wife was also Bipolar) and said  "Give me a Fucking break! ( I must have appeared Bipolar to him a this point - lol) Are you kidding me?!!   There is no 'test' to prove someone is Bipolar but it does not take long to see someone is an asshole."  He looked at me - speechless.  Good. 

Ladies - of all ages PAY attention cause it's not fucking funny.  It's never them.  I know myself after my brain surgery- every time Norm and I would argue about something he did, which I disagree with - it would turn around to be about me and my brain and   "she's crazy.. just ignore her."  It was absolutely  one of the factors in the demise of our marriage. Bipolar- bullshit..  If this is crazy- fine.. Call me the fucking QUEEN - because I refuse to be labeled for someone elses behaviour and I will not sit passively while you behave badly. 

Pay attention- are you listening? It starts slowly.. the signs are there and as soon as you see them- get the fuck out.   It's never the adulterer - who promises time an time again - it won't happen again.  Never the gambler, alcoholic.. who blames his partner for all that goes wrong in is life. Never the macho man who is in debt but refuses to admit it.  Children are growing up watching- young sons & daughters - paying attention to these ' harmful words' if not worse.

How many times does a husband leave his wife for a younger woman? 
This is the best 'revenge' out there if you ask me. First of all if he leaves you - Give thanks - he's spared you years of bullshit. You don't need someone in your life who does NOT love you. Younger women now know exactly what they are doing - an old fool and his money will soon be parted just as easy as parting legs.  Led by their penis, they get what they deserve. What 20 year old wants a 6o year old?  Seriously.  For their $$$ yes. That's about it & very soon after - guaranteed-  she will fuck around on him with a much younger man- its a tale as old as time. BUT when he wants to get rid of his OLD wife- he easily states to his lawyer - 'she is bipolar' - and it's not  funny because high paid lawyers will destroy a woman- they know nothing about - for money. In many cases she DID give her life for decades, raised his kids, kept his home & sucked..    to be tosses aside like trash.  Children will be lost in legal battles as well as much else, confidence lost because of years of being blamed and accused of being bipolar- just because you don't agree with your spouse.   Bipolar has become and 'excuse' to keep people down and it's mostly women.  How often do you hear a woman say  "he's bipolar?"

Oh yes, I can appear Bipolar' call it what you want...  I call it being sick of bullshit and refusing to be walked over. Yes, I am capable of yelling, throwing etc..  Bipolar? Hardly.
Pay attention to WHO is calling you what?   Chances there is more to it that what we SEE. 
Chances are it's just another excuse for others to blame for their poor behaviour - it's always easier to blame someone than admit your an asshole.  It's a trend- where will it go? Will it become so when a husband accuses his wife of being bipolar- he will be able to have her committed?  Sound far fetched?  The trend looks frightening the direction it's going.
DO NOT let ANYONE lable you anything you are not!  Bipolar? Or just extremely pissed off?
Happy and sad - sure- that's life!  Bipolar never goes with 'she's so happy - I divorced her' it's always the negative spin.

IF you think you are bipolar- o.k., what can I say.  Please be careful with medications you in your body- note: the description of bipolar blames the environment.  
IF you are in a bad relationship - it is a negative environment.  GET OUT.  
Do you think it's going to get better? Is he lying? Cheating? Drinking? What's next?
Think it will change?
Argue all you want- I guarantee he's thinking - she's a bitch- she's bipolar... and sooner or later he will say it.

Bipolar this.

With LOVE
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xox

* FYI- we talk about my cartoons in this house before 'you all' see them. This one has been on my chalk board for almost 6 months - it's a difficult subject if you SERIOUSLY look into it. Norm & Storm both 'get where I am coming from' believe it or not ;)  and the polar bears do not represent 'US/them', *ALL men call the wives crazy when they are upset & (NOT ALL mean it) with them sooner or later..  BUT - it can become very abusive quickly & easily and for many women it has. I thank God  It's "only " about 2 people who have grown apart here (25 years - it happens)  & still argue, still and will always care for each other. 
There is a difference.   I have had this conversation for years in this blog & with ALL of my male friends at one point over the years. - I'm known of speaking my mind and not ashamed of it.   Too few never speak up and the pain continues. 

This 'Bi polar' thing is not correct, women are already struggling more than the average man & are taking medication at alarming rates- how do you think this is effecting families??? The community.. the world?
xox
* o.k. a tiny percentage of men will never call your wives 'crazy' - God bless you and thank you & I sent you a virtual hug!  & kiss - on the cheek. ;)  

                              "For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains,
                                              but to live in a way that respects
                                            and enhances the freedom of others" 
                                                                                                                  - Nelson Mandela -

I want to be clear on a topic that's on my mind.  
Do you know how many women are sexually abused? In Canada & the USA? 
I've been researching for some editorial cartoons because it is a topic I'm a passionate about..  other women.  Once you start to research & read about it seriously as a woman, IF you don't get a little nervous - you're not reading enough.  Add the mentality of people/men like Trump .. 'Pussy grabbing president' is it any wonder abuse towards women is on the rise?

I think women are beautiful - I stare at nude women to draw them like LIFE drawing classes - this is next best, to achieve proper portions & shape - nudes are the perfect  I stare at nude men also but usually male models online wear a speedos (lol I'd rather nothing), not that it matters - you seen one you seen em all.  ;)   I often see semi nude photos on Instagram- and many can be classy- getting the point across - yet others - I gasp- 'what the heck are you thinking?  An attractive woman - suddenly posts a photo of herself with her crotch  facing the camera, no skill, no art, no professional backdrop - just a cheap shot, calling attention to between her legs & not much more.  I think  'She's old enough to know better'.  Is there an age for common sense?  I Keep looking  & soon you notice its a trend & with  younger & younger.  Older women- is this what we teach our younger sisters? Daughters? Granddaughters?  Where does this lead?  You tell me.  
Will she be an internet sensation- perhaps, become famous and make millions?  
Probably not.  More likely she will become a statistic:

• 1 in 5 women and 1 in 71 men in the United States has been raped in their lifetime.
• 1 in 15 children are exposed to intimate partner violence each year, and 90% of these children are eyewitnesses to this violence
• 19.3 million women and 5.1 million men in the United States have been stalked in their lifetime.

​Women should never be ashamed of their bodies but  this is not going in a good direction for women in general.  It is  heart breaking when you research these topics-  to post yourself so freely, perhaps You might understand the ramifications - are you thinking long term- are you wondering who is seeing your account, following?  Male & female?
Friend or Stranger.  Many rapists are known by their victims.

I could care less  if you're an older woman who apparently knows better - YOU are planting the seed for younger women. Will you be held accountable if  she is raped -  she looked up to you? No & chances are neither will her rapist-  Courts will say "dismiss the charges -she was posting her shots of her breasts & vagina all over Instagram!"
Lawyers will profess with much greater skill than many of the photographs that taken.  
It's facts, statistics, world events.   READ. Research.

​Why should I care...  Not my monkeys, not my circus.
Knowing I had the power and did not, chose not  - is a waste of my gift & ability to share it as well...   All who have the power of the internet at their fingertips should use it for some good occasionally.

Boobs & bongs- Please.  No one has to lecture me on 'recreations or medicinal', I am the first person who will say many people who think they are recreational are using it to self MEDICATE, perhaps PTSD in early childhood.. we all have stories.  For medical purposes  -when I see a 'medical dispensaries' page with naked women on it - I instantly pass.
Sex sells - what?  Am I looking of sex or quality medicine & if sex is what companies HAVE to resort to - the product can't be all that great or it would speak for itself.  
Are you purchasing cannabis or a mental image of a woman?  It's your  $$$. 

'You who do not have children'  & who use cannabis 'recreationally'  DO NOT understand the battle it has been.  Due to the stigma- boobs and bongs all over the internet,  for decades  'cannabis porn'- that is what it is- is a nightmare for patients seeking serious medical assistance with cannabis, try & tell a family member - 'yes this is the medicine my  14 year old son is on.'  Or Dr.s for that matter.... because they can't believe it could be medicine when they see nothing but porn associated with it. 

There are many legitimate patients who NEED cannabis to function- I am one of them... IT is our medicine and I don't want/need it associated with a vagina thanks. 
It is un professional & all ABOUT sex and nothing else- don't be fooled & it's always women on these sites - you don't see men with bongs in their crotch. Who do you think is making the most money? The women?  Phhhhbt.
Women who are raped every minute- some left behind dumpsters, some watch their rapist walk FREE like Mr. Cosby... that is the price women pay.  What message are you sending out?

If a woman is raped it is NEVER her fault- it is a man out of control - it might start with a stalker who has been watching these images and thinking they are for them- heck  I have people who THINK my blog is about them-  phhhhhbt.. shallow vanity.

There are many children seriously ill who could benefit from cannabis - they don't need the negative stigma attached and every time you post a shot you are encouraging the stigma - most PEOPLE still believe .  

This is what bothers me most.. and then these women post/comment that others are  judging or body shaming - because we do NOT want to encourage violence towards women. Call it what ever you want- for the record- for any attempting to say all who protest soft cannabis porn are body shaming or  judging - are judging.    
​WE ALL judge.  
Show me someone who thinks they don't.

I think women are beautiful & powerful should be proud, dress how they want, walk proud as daughter of God walk like they are stardust! WE ARE  - EVERYONE OF US!!!
Part of the UNIVERSE!  
One that deserves as much love and respect as the other half of society. 
Head held high & save that CROTCH for a very special guy (or girl).  
Abuse, sex trafficking, rape, stalking of women is on the increase as well as 'sext shaming' and its' getting younger and younger... online predators are at an all time high.  
Wonder why? Ask yourself - what are you posting?
WHAT message are you sharing with the universe?

Do you have a daughter?  Granddaughter? Would you want them posting photos like this? 
Not me-, I'd much rather a young woman post her talents, use her brains or imagination or creativity.. It will probably in the long run get her much further & safer.

With Love
​G

When you look deeply into your anger, you will see that the person you call your enemy is also suffering. As soon as you see that, the capacity for accepting and having compassion for them is there.

- Thich Nhat Hanh -

I read the L.A. Times while away and enjoyed it better than the sun- it wasn't as negative - even tho it was full of Trump. Informative, yes liberal and it educated me on issues as a Canadian in particular, I had no idea of the extent some are facing in the USA.. living in FEAR - not of ISIS or terrorism but of deportation - JAIL before deportation. $$ before proven innocent. OTHER people (is simply what they are) who want a better life and many who have lived in the USA for decades, contributing in every way, paying taxes, working hard, raising kids & sending them through school and more- now live in fear of waking up one day to find police stalking their home to arrest them and take them from their family- WHAT have they done wrong exactly?? WHO did they physically hurt?  NO ONE. 
It's messed up and I was grateful I grew up in Toronto instead of  California because I don't ever want to think' like many of them do.  Read what inspired this cartoon: http://www.latimes.com/local/california/la-me-immigrants-running-road-sign-20170614-htmlstory.html  As I thought of all those STRUCK by vehicles - children.. why? Because they are suffering and want "the American dream", which we all wanted for a while. I did! As a kid- I couldn't wait to go to the USA!   I still can't wait but my last trip as fun as it was, everything for a reason - was a rude awakening on several issues. 

I'm sure I might anger some but I felt like I walked into the StepfordFamily reality show. I can't believe how rude many all appear, at the grocery store they are never polite or smile or even acknowledge the cashiers. It was like a giant community of 'stuck up' - 'I'm better than the rest' attitudes.  You can feel the hatred.   I could and at times I could feel my heart ache...   I'd think it was 'just me' and I'd meet another person who would reaffirm.  One man literally said to me:
"when they meet each other here they shouldn't say - hello what's your name? They should say- what's your income?.. and then they'd might go (He animatedly thew out his hand to shake) Oh, hello' upon hearing a higher $$$ income!
Amazed I said "YES! Thank you!"   it was exactly how I felt as well - oh and btw.. he was the ONLY black man I saw during my stay *with the exception of one day at a more 'touristy place' I saw a couple of black famalies - I thank them secretly for  helping me 'feel normal, comfortable, a  Canadian raised in Toronto normal - Thank God.
Is this how you want to be seen OC? Because you are.
Unlike your outer beauty your inner is not attractive.    It's NOT just me.   

In conclusion, I guess I do love the not so friendly OC people the most for they must be suffering the most - or they would not treat others the way they do. It is such a stunning state! I know it would be reflected more by the people if everyone was not walking around so angry at others,  pay attention to what your little ones are witnessing.  

Who put borders where they are? God?  
I doubt it. Is this what you teach your children?

I am glad these signs are diminishing along with the attitudes.

With love
g