What do you think Santa's up to?  
I imagine he's  checking that list - for the second time.
The reindeer, fed hemp  and other healthy goodies are in training mode - it won't belong now.

We are all looking forward to good meals & good company and  stimulating conversation.  Thrilled not to be surrounded by consumerism Christmas'.  This year the tree went up and very few decorations with having a bungalow, open concept - you don't need it... what we have can be seen from everywhere.  The tree is the focal point, I enjoy it's glow at night but will appreciate the space again when it is gone.  December 28th.  

​Baby It's COLD outside!
You know as you watch the wood burn and don't feel as warm as you think you should.
We have other sources of heat but this is all a learning, enjoyable process that gets much conversation & calculation.  I wonder how much people pay for wood around the world?
We don't have to pay for it - yes, we do/did - with property purchase & work & it is work. 
It's a lot of work.  You feel very accomplished when watching the fire burn.  I do! lol 
Others 'sometimes' complain of sore backs - hee hee.    Chop wood & Carry water.

Less is MORE!  As I was decorating I started a give away box.  Less is More.  
More TIME to enjoy what you enjoy. 
I hope people 'give more time' & spend less $$$ this year.  
Less debt for 2020! Yippie!

Trump impeached?! Wow. Amen  
Let's hope America has a better year - decade - future,  NOW.   
Time to feed the birds. paint and: Log on!

With TLC & THC
​Georgia

It's Holiday ornament craft time!
This cute little idea was inspired by a visit to the library.  Tis the season! Tike to get creative - pull out the glue gun - grab the glitter it's time to get crafty! All you really need for this one is scissors, a bit fo glue or glue stick, some hemp string to hang it & I folded it so it would be a neat little sample - shold I decide to give it to someone - you'd have to rib open the "decoration" tho to get at it- oh well! Thats' what Christmas is about! Opening gifts.
It's the thought that should count, Christmas is not a good tim to go into debt.

Trump - Impeached- Well there's a Christmas wish come true - no gifts needed. ;)

Check out the  litttle Jingle decoration below - click on the image to print your own - 
colour own for extra creativity.  *You could also put int a tiny amout of bud to hang for someone on the tree.. weee!  Edibles are legal in Canada this Christmas - have you got yours?  I can only imagine sales & stockings being filled.  Don't hang too close to the fire.

Happy Holidays. 
Seasons Greetings & Merry Christmas 
Have fun - Joy & Peace...     impeachment will help!

With TLC & THC
​Georgia 
 

Time for the 'first selfie' - a painted portrait.   Want to learn about yourself - paint yourself.
Paint all your imperfections.   Or paint yourself beautiful - it's the artists rendition afterall.   It was difficult - painting faces is difficult. I can imagine all sorts of images but to see the person and put them on canvas.. is quite the different challenge. 

We were walking in the snow the girls & I, Poppy in my coat where she is most content, the othes run up ahead, she wants to be snuggled with mom & I'm glad.   It's been snowing - each  time it snows is more beautiful than the last- snow.  It's brisk to say the least in the mornings here.. we have the thermostat set to 15.  Weeee! You sure learn how to master the wood stove pretty quickly to get it roarin' first thing... puts a smile on my face every time - I've already accomplished a major task - before coffee, a perfect way to start the day.  

Later today I'm adding details to a decoration ready for you to download next!  A cannabis friendly Christmas ornament for those that wish to colour it themselves or a downloadable color version to cut, glue & hang in the tree!  

Portraits to paint and ornaments too, bluejays to study & it appears there's not enough hours in the day lately.  Amen.
In a few more days the days start getting longer& lighter again... 
Already - Wooo Hooo! 

Happy Holiday season.
​With TLC & THC
​Georgia
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Am I high? Yes, on life.   Life in the Highlands to be exact. Algonquin Highlands.
Every night I go to bed thanking God- & wake up tp the greatest show a new morning out my window- today was exceptionally lovely!  

I've got painting to do- a self portrait- I captured a photo of Poppy & I that I likeso I decided to try a self portrait & so far - I am pleased.  It's the only way to learn - a few friends will all be getting portraits in 2020 - like it or not! lol.A Christmas decoration on my desk to finish & a tree to decorate - cookies & treats  to bake (& eat) ...  Oh My, it's Christmas!  Weee!

The Christmas 'gift' is the view that each day brings, the birds, snow and each other.
My dogs are a constanst source of entertainment, companionship & love...  Ginger in particular cracks us all up - she is the baby and demands the attetnion. Poppy is still the princess tho.   Our son visited this past weekend- alwasy a pleasure!  We went & explored Haliburton - during the holidays well go check out the sculpture trail, on snowshoes provided by the haliburton museum - check it out!  Everyone I've met to date has been friendly, helpful and kind... the community cares for each other.  Yo hear it with the fundraisers, heat banks & food bank.  Remember to contribute to the food bank if you can.
My library books are late- this month they will accept food donations instead of a late fee- terrific idea!

I can't even begin to list all that goes on up here, ALL year, including the winter.
I don't skate or snowmobile but I'm quite content snowgazing from the sofa- fire is hot.
Paarumpapapum... time to paint!! Me & my Poppy...

A few photos below - they make me smile. 
With TLC & THC 
G

Painting cards- inspires paintings!  Cute little scribbles- turned into cards- sometimes turn into paintings  - here is a perfect example.   How does Santa cure his bud?  This is how.. lol
There's still time to pick up a few Christmas cards - I've also sold a few!  

Looking at this painting - I still might add some snow & change the deers eyes - is art ever finsihed?  Occassionally.   Bird is loving the view! I've taken some fantastic photos of all the birds recently - the painting is starting to form in my mind- LOTS of birds - at the feeder- the painting will take a couple of weeks easy - not even started.  I've decided to sneak B507 (Bird) into the wild bird painting as well.  Bird has posed for me (see below). Weee!
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Today I finish a fox & the ornament.  
​Paint every day - and you will master painting - and patience.. lol 

​HAVE a CREATIVE day - whatever you do! 
With TLC & THC
​Georgia

What would a bear in the woods be doing? Catching snowflakes of course.
My nature painting with a  touch of Beatrix Potter ;)  Have youu seen the movie about Beatrix Potters life?  I rented it from the Stanhope Library & it's a new favorite.  

Who does'nt catch flakes? Especially the big beautiful ones? 
It would also make a sweet Christmas card/gift - sitting on a shelf.

I also painted a box for my owl slice - created by Stepehen Boehme. Glass artist. Google.
It now holds my owl in a decorated display box  & has a bluejay slice inside.  
I prefer it, as it can be handled & admired.
I'll paint a new box for my other slices too I think.  
In my spare time... when not watching bluejays & snow falling.

Time to get busy with my Christmas Craft to Download!
​Just in time for all to colour & hang on the tree - weee!

Stay tooned.
With TLC & THC 

I went out to the porch to see the dogs surrounding the seed bin - only to find a DEER mouse inside. I was happy for a live model!  Needless to say - it was not alive for long - it returned & met Daisy a few days later.  
Nature - doing nature. I see the bluejays fighting - understanding they are teaching each other.  Nature.   There was only one mouse,  I painted three different poses. 

​I was warned about the dangers of deer mice (disease) from a follower on Instagram- no worries- I don't plan on inviting them in my home or making them pets. 

I took some beautiful winter photos this week.
Today, I'm painting Thank you cards, Christmas cards & a fox on wood.
EXCITED for the adventure before me. - Glistening inspiration is all around.
​ What are you creating? Baking? Making?  Tis the season!

With TLC & THC 
Georgia

Chances are you've heard it already! Start Low & Go Slow.
Yes, I agree - it's the way to go when first trying edibles.   Tis the season &  Legal edibles are available!  Co doubts a few will make it into stocking stuffers this year & treats on the desert table. Clearly marked  (I hope) if any children are around - to ensure they do not get intot treats they should not.  The variety & creativity is at an all time high! I'm doing a little extra baking myself - for myself for the holidays.  Ho Ho Ho.. I don't start low.  ;)

I know what to expect from edibles & HOPE to achieve.  Cold damp weather- edibles help with pain on these cold winter days.. no longer a hot toddy for me (alcohol free) - I'll take a medicated carrot cupcake, thanks!
 Meet the Edibles- the newest gingerbread to grace the season!  
Just a friendly little reminder:  Start Low & Go slow! 

I've also noticed an increas of radio commercials - about Drugged driving - with a test that will detect saliva  for traces of cannabis & cocaine..  NO permission is needed for this sample- you must provide.  
I agree with this  also - IF you feel or ARE IMPAIRED by anthing...
PLEASE stay off the roads.  For your own sake & the sake of others.  
Just a week ago an accident not far from here, clainmed a life.  A father of three. 

Whats more important than getting HIGH?  Looking after your health .
For those acustomed to edibles: Hi Ho! Here we go!
Have fun & enjoy.

While painting this Poppy decided to jump up on my desk! First time ever.. she wanted to snuggle,  that we did.  Time to put up the tree & focus on a few christmas cards before I start the next panting.  

with TLC & THC 
​Me.

My canaine companion cards are taking off!  
I'm pleased to share - I get regular orders for my  pooch cards - which is awesome for me- because I can't think of a subject I enjoy more. DOGS! I love my dogs.  I have a new puppy lined up for the spring and just the thought excites me/us.  Theres alwasy more room for a dog to love. In our home & hearts. 

I've painted a few dogs recently including Ginder in full attitude mode (acrylic on wood) and have another of Poppy - my precious lined up. The dog above reminded me of Poppy & it was difficult as that little doggy has passed on... painting it reminded me of how precious time with our little pups is.   My girls absolutely LOVE their new home! It's a little cold this past week- so they choose to keep an eye on things from the comfort of the front window.   They love to run & frolic in the snow - but quickly turn and run back in the moment their tiny paws start to tingle from cold. Poppy goes out  ONLY 3 times a day - if that.  She does do her business on pet pads (great to train your small dogs to use pads for the winter months & travel) and I don't mind at all- better that than her feeling too cold or uncomfortable.

Please, don't leave your dogs outside.
Daisy would love to stay outside all day - but she too gets cold in the evening when the sun is gone.  You still have time to contact me if You would  like a custom dog card completed in time for the holidays!  Each card is painting on a 5 x 7  acid free water color card with matching envelope and fit very nicely into a standard 5x7 frame.
A sweet little gift for the dog lover in your life.

Ginger painting on wood panel - I've also decided to take a few dog commissions of
painted pet portraits on a wood panel.
Send me an e mail if interested: georgiatoons@gmail.com

With TLC & TLC
​Georgia 

These Apes are layer upon layer before completed.  Just like us.. many layers.
Have you read the stoned ape theory?  It's interesting to say the least.   Animals - birds- creatures are intellignet! I say this as Bird (B507) sweeps past my head gently stroking my hair - such accuracy from this little bird is very intentional.  
Isn't most of what we do intentional? 

What happens to us when we are high on the other hand - not always intentional. 
Mushrooms are becoming legalalized and used more and more for the treatment of mental health issues. AMEN!  
It's about time. They have been studied for decades and  no longer will be silent- not when too many suffer and can BE helped.  Mushrooms - psilocybin are proven to help in particular with people suffering and struggling with end of life issues such as cancer & other death related  circumstances that are accociated with fear & death & depression.

Yes, I do use mushrooms for depression in particular. You would have no clue "I'm high" because I am NOT. This medicine KNOWS I need it' and does what it  does t0 keep me smiling  - on the outside if not always on the inside. Keep me in better spirits in general.
That and all this nature in general - all things considered, I am feeling better than I have in about a decade. 

Yes, I am STILL absolutely overwhelmed some days by my condition- I can't help but think - IF only I could GET ONE FUCKING day of rest from this twtich,  but theres no point "wishing" - wishing wastes time. I prefer to get creative & paint through it - thankfull for every day - twitch and all...  I am grateful to be here - amongst all these other monkies.
What do you use to keep your inner monkey happy?  

With TLC & THC
Me

Next POT dogs & cards - I LOVE to paint my canaine companions!