Education is the the Key to Everything.
Cannabis Education
Storm and I, Summer 2010
Our son Storm became legal to use Cannabis here in Canada at the age of 15, for his progressive to terminal rare bone disease: Multiple Synostosis Syndrome.
Diagnosed by 2 teams of Dr.s at 2 different hospitals. From birth Storm suffered daily with pain that had him screaming in agony, unable to live a ‘normal life' without suffering from constant exhaustion, chronic pain, depression and more.
Dr.s offered little help other than serious narcotics - which would destroy our sons internal organs after the extended use that was required for pain control. At age 7 Storm was on liquid codine… As a parent watching our sons mental & physical deterioration from living within chronic pain I stated to research natural medicine for fear of losing my son from 'side-effects'.
Cannabis appeared over and over again, one tale after another of it’s pain & mental relief. Could it be true?
It sounded too good to be true & you know what they say.. if it sounds too good to be true...
- IN THIS CASE they were wrong! - IT IS too good & true!
From the very first inhale, our lives changed for the better!
Our son was a new person, his mood instantly elevated, his pain became more manageable. Everything including his appetite, sleep, education - all aspects which where effected by pain where NOW all alleviated by CANNABIS.
Even his grades improved - NOW able to focus on school and learning - not pain & suffering.
Storm could eat a cookie- made by mom- before he went to school and no one was the wiser.
I made them wiser.. from the start - WE refused to have our son’s ‘medicine’ looked down upon and it was NOT.
It was addressed at school meetings (as early as grade 9) and never became an issue. Our son is now 24 and although still deals with chronic pain- his life is made livable, enjoyable and controllable with Cannabis.
Storm is truly my inspiration.
Witness what we have first hand as parents and YOU will want to share the information - at all costs- with every other parent who you know has a child who is suffering. This is exactly what I/we became determined to do.
I can’t make you believe me, I leave that to God & CANNABIS.
Both of which, I have great faith in.
We can share some of what we’ve learned... through truthful - to the point of being BLUNT -Blah Blah Blog and Art.
I strongly urge any and all parents: BEFORE you are prescribed any medication for your child - DO YOUR RESEARCH.
What are the long term side effects? How will it make your child feel? Behave?
ASK yourself - it is a problem Cannabis might help alleviate? Can it be controlled with cannabis?
Then ASK your Dr. More an more Doctors MUST recognize Cannabis is a MEDICINE. Fact.
OUR Canadian Supreme Court Does.
Before you put harmful chemicals into your child’s body do your research and if you believe it is an option to HELP your seriously ILL child, DEMAND you are permitted to try cannabis for your child first. If you don’t who will?
For pain, I thank God for the introduction daily.
Below are links on cannabis information, a few descriptions that you might not understand. I hope it makes the journey easier… when we stated it was daunting to say the least, with little help from anyone until finally we found a compassionate, compassion club & Michelle Rainey (may she rest in peace) a Canadian Cannabis Crusader who came to our rescue with a quick introduction, bong, books, games, T-shirt- CANNABIS and more delivered to Storms door.
The journey continues - Thank God.
Our son when appeared in the star:
https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2010/04/17/when_marijuana_is_the_only_source_of_relief.html
You can read our son's story as it appeared in Treating Yourself magazine : Issue#29
/uploads/4/1/0/5/4105506/stormsstory.pdf
Don't trust me ! EDUCATE yourself. What ever it takes.. ease suffering.
Diagnosed by 2 teams of Dr.s at 2 different hospitals. From birth Storm suffered daily with pain that had him screaming in agony, unable to live a ‘normal life' without suffering from constant exhaustion, chronic pain, depression and more.
Dr.s offered little help other than serious narcotics - which would destroy our sons internal organs after the extended use that was required for pain control. At age 7 Storm was on liquid codine… As a parent watching our sons mental & physical deterioration from living within chronic pain I stated to research natural medicine for fear of losing my son from 'side-effects'.
Cannabis appeared over and over again, one tale after another of it’s pain & mental relief. Could it be true?
It sounded too good to be true & you know what they say.. if it sounds too good to be true...
- IN THIS CASE they were wrong! - IT IS too good & true!
From the very first inhale, our lives changed for the better!
Our son was a new person, his mood instantly elevated, his pain became more manageable. Everything including his appetite, sleep, education - all aspects which where effected by pain where NOW all alleviated by CANNABIS.
Even his grades improved - NOW able to focus on school and learning - not pain & suffering.
Storm could eat a cookie- made by mom- before he went to school and no one was the wiser.
I made them wiser.. from the start - WE refused to have our son’s ‘medicine’ looked down upon and it was NOT.
It was addressed at school meetings (as early as grade 9) and never became an issue. Our son is now 24 and although still deals with chronic pain- his life is made livable, enjoyable and controllable with Cannabis.
Storm is truly my inspiration.
Witness what we have first hand as parents and YOU will want to share the information - at all costs- with every other parent who you know has a child who is suffering. This is exactly what I/we became determined to do.
I can’t make you believe me, I leave that to God & CANNABIS.
Both of which, I have great faith in.
We can share some of what we’ve learned... through truthful - to the point of being BLUNT -Blah Blah Blog and Art.
I strongly urge any and all parents: BEFORE you are prescribed any medication for your child - DO YOUR RESEARCH.
What are the long term side effects? How will it make your child feel? Behave?
ASK yourself - it is a problem Cannabis might help alleviate? Can it be controlled with cannabis?
Then ASK your Dr. More an more Doctors MUST recognize Cannabis is a MEDICINE. Fact.
OUR Canadian Supreme Court Does.
Before you put harmful chemicals into your child’s body do your research and if you believe it is an option to HELP your seriously ILL child, DEMAND you are permitted to try cannabis for your child first. If you don’t who will?
For pain, I thank God for the introduction daily.
Below are links on cannabis information, a few descriptions that you might not understand. I hope it makes the journey easier… when we stated it was daunting to say the least, with little help from anyone until finally we found a compassionate, compassion club & Michelle Rainey (may she rest in peace) a Canadian Cannabis Crusader who came to our rescue with a quick introduction, bong, books, games, T-shirt- CANNABIS and more delivered to Storms door.
The journey continues - Thank God.
Our son when appeared in the star:
https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2010/04/17/when_marijuana_is_the_only_source_of_relief.html
You can read our son's story as it appeared in Treating Yourself magazine : Issue#29
/uploads/4/1/0/5/4105506/stormsstory.pdf
Don't trust me ! EDUCATE yourself. What ever it takes.. ease suffering.
Make a cup of tea and WATCH some educational TV:
http://marijuanamovie.org/full-documentary/ Dr.s & Facts.
http://www.theunionmovie.com/ * Can be seen on Netflix
http://topdocumentaryfilms.com/in-pot-we-trust *lot's of great doc.s on TOPDOCS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHOkzdHljCE&feature=watch_response Run From the Cure - Rick Simpson
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3IMfIQ_K6U Dr Sanjay Gupta's CNN Special "WEED"
Can't find something.... Google. Cannabis documentary
http://www.theunionmovie.com/ * Can be seen on Netflix
http://topdocumentaryfilms.com/in-pot-we-trust *lot's of great doc.s on TOPDOCS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHOkzdHljCE&feature=watch_response Run From the Cure - Rick Simpson
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3IMfIQ_K6U Dr Sanjay Gupta's CNN Special "WEED"
Can't find something.... Google. Cannabis documentary
Ready to READ?
Many Magazines have hit the mainstream market but you can read just about all you need to know on line - including most magazines.
*** http://www.jackherer.com A MUST read for Cannabis and HEMP education
The Emperor Wears No Clothes by Jack Herer *available at most great bookstores
There are many books on Cannabis education new ones every day, I have especially enjoyed:
Marijuana Medicine: by Christian Rätsch
Easy-quick read: The Little Black book of Marijuana *I have it on my KOBO.
I STILL find new books constantly to READ- check out any Bookstore for more!
Google: Cannabis magazine, Cannabis books, *Pot, *Marijuana, *Grass, *Ganga,
*Please try to be an educated consumer - 'Cannabis' is the correct term. * All other are of slang origin. Fact.
*** http://www.jackherer.com A MUST read for Cannabis and HEMP education
The Emperor Wears No Clothes by Jack Herer *available at most great bookstores
There are many books on Cannabis education new ones every day, I have especially enjoyed:
Marijuana Medicine: by Christian Rätsch
Easy-quick read: The Little Black book of Marijuana *I have it on my KOBO.
I STILL find new books constantly to READ- check out any Bookstore for more!
Google: Cannabis magazine, Cannabis books, *Pot, *Marijuana, *Grass, *Ganga,
*Please try to be an educated consumer - 'Cannabis' is the correct term. * All other are of slang origin. Fact.
Spend some time surfing:
There are countless sites available NOW with ALL sorts of Cannabis information.
You will become exposed to many different ways to use/ingest cannabis.
On the Horizon- Medical patches and suppositories... a long way from bongs & brownies - the internet hold unlimited resources for your Cannabis Education & personalization.
Google: Cannabis recipes, Hash, Medicated cannabis oils, Cannabis Butter, Cannabis patch.
You will become exposed to many different ways to use/ingest cannabis.
On the Horizon- Medical patches and suppositories... a long way from bongs & brownies - the internet hold unlimited resources for your Cannabis Education & personalization.
Google: Cannabis recipes, Hash, Medicated cannabis oils, Cannabis Butter, Cannabis patch.
What is a Compassion Club/Dispensary?
A Compassion club is a safe place to go and get your medicine.
Established long before the Government Licensed Producers, it is how we became introduced to cannabis. They where created because of the NEED. I am grateful for them.
*** You must do YOUR own research and find a compassion club/dispensary YOU feel comfortable with. Like EVERY other business- you will come across reputable business owners who are trying to HELP their clientele & patients access safe, helpful, reliable medicine OR you will come across those who are only concerned about profit $$$. I've witnessed both. Buyer Beware.
For the record, I know small dispensaries that are fantastic. Do not discredit individual small businesses as they can offer individual quality service as well as - if not better than some of the larger better 'proclaimed establishments.
Franchises are inevitable. Lets hope it does not ruined customer quality or experience.
CHOICE is important & I encourage supporting the smaller establishments.
Expected to legally start opening across Canada after the summer of 2017 - when Govt. guidelines have been established.
Ask Questions, ask other clients.. make phone calls, compare prices.. has the business been around for a while?
You will hear if you listen closely. In the past I listed several compassion clubs, since we have not had to access one for years - it would be unfair to "rate' them on only my own hearsay. *** I've made opinions in the past - In my Blog & Times have changed - DO YOUR RESEARCH. Luckily - there are many now for you to explore.
Google: Cannabis Club, Cannabis dispensary (include your closest home town), Compassion clubs. Cannabis Medicine
HOW to APPLY: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/dhp-mps/marihuana/how-comment/applicant-demandeur/index-eng.php
*I'm not sure how this works at the moment-- RESEARCH. Good Luck
Our Compassion club which REALLY helped Storm & I, way back when was CALM.
They are still in business. I personally have not had to deal with them in years.. it's a place to start your search.
Canada and the USA both have private small dispensaries/compassion clubs.
Established long before the Government Licensed Producers, it is how we became introduced to cannabis. They where created because of the NEED. I am grateful for them.
*** You must do YOUR own research and find a compassion club/dispensary YOU feel comfortable with. Like EVERY other business- you will come across reputable business owners who are trying to HELP their clientele & patients access safe, helpful, reliable medicine OR you will come across those who are only concerned about profit $$$. I've witnessed both. Buyer Beware.
For the record, I know small dispensaries that are fantastic. Do not discredit individual small businesses as they can offer individual quality service as well as - if not better than some of the larger better 'proclaimed establishments.
Franchises are inevitable. Lets hope it does not ruined customer quality or experience.
CHOICE is important & I encourage supporting the smaller establishments.
Expected to legally start opening across Canada after the summer of 2017 - when Govt. guidelines have been established.
Ask Questions, ask other clients.. make phone calls, compare prices.. has the business been around for a while?
You will hear if you listen closely. In the past I listed several compassion clubs, since we have not had to access one for years - it would be unfair to "rate' them on only my own hearsay. *** I've made opinions in the past - In my Blog & Times have changed - DO YOUR RESEARCH. Luckily - there are many now for you to explore.
Google: Cannabis Club, Cannabis dispensary (include your closest home town), Compassion clubs. Cannabis Medicine
HOW to APPLY: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/dhp-mps/marihuana/how-comment/applicant-demandeur/index-eng.php
*I'm not sure how this works at the moment-- RESEARCH. Good Luck
Our Compassion club which REALLY helped Storm & I, way back when was CALM.
They are still in business. I personally have not had to deal with them in years.. it's a place to start your search.
Canada and the USA both have private small dispensaries/compassion clubs.
LP Licensed Producer - Government approved' Medical Cannabis
LP's are new since we became patients of cannabis, currently (2017) they still have some controversy - Is the medicine up to standards? With large scale productions... service, variety, returns, pesticides, delivery, quality- all words associated with BIG business. Cannabis is BIG business and always has been. It was only a matter of time & it is my opinion as soon as cannabis is legalized these 'LP's will beome the 'NEW LCBO' of Cannabis. It is what it is... BIG Business.
Large LPs offer a service that many will use, one-stop, ONLINE shopping delivered to your door. Variety & more.
Education available at the click of your mouse?
Less experienced cannabis consumers hopefully now will find it easier with direction taken from a GREAT Licensed Producers. Shop around, compare prices and ASK others!
Being BIG business... will they give a big discount from time to time? WHY NOT!?
'Tweed' is the one that comes to mind- I have NO personal experience with them. I do know several employees I have respected over the years -IMO, they are off to a good start for who they have hired. Either way, they are here to stay.
It will at least give you a starting point.
Canada & the USA both have larger organizations.
Ultra Health in the USA is trying to work with Indigenous tribes, I've been following them closely.
You can learn more about them by watching the episode on Viceland:
https://www.viceland.com/en_us/video/Pot-Powwow/57d1852d2dd00009023d3284
DID YOU KNOW your insurance - if it covers medical- such as prescriptions - IT MUST cover cannabis.
Research. Education is the key.. 'not just for kids.
Large LPs offer a service that many will use, one-stop, ONLINE shopping delivered to your door. Variety & more.
Education available at the click of your mouse?
Less experienced cannabis consumers hopefully now will find it easier with direction taken from a GREAT Licensed Producers. Shop around, compare prices and ASK others!
Being BIG business... will they give a big discount from time to time? WHY NOT!?
'Tweed' is the one that comes to mind- I have NO personal experience with them. I do know several employees I have respected over the years -IMO, they are off to a good start for who they have hired. Either way, they are here to stay.
It will at least give you a starting point.
Canada & the USA both have larger organizations.
Ultra Health in the USA is trying to work with Indigenous tribes, I've been following them closely.
You can learn more about them by watching the episode on Viceland:
https://www.viceland.com/en_us/video/Pot-Powwow/57d1852d2dd00009023d3284
DID YOU KNOW your insurance - if it covers medical- such as prescriptions - IT MUST cover cannabis.
Research. Education is the key.. 'not just for kids.
Children using Cannabis:
Below are some websites about children who specifically use Cannabis as medicine. Sadly - the list has grown since I started this page..
I've kept the list of original kids.
I am sure you will find thousands of stories on how CANNABIS IS HELPING CHILDREN!
***Perhaps you know other parents who are dealing with the same things. EDUCATE - HELP- Ease suffering. Share information- send them to this site. Please take the time to offer these parents your LOVE & support, if only with a letter of encouragement - you just might make all the difference that day!
Give thanks it is not your child having to fight for their life & fight for their medicine.
Alex - http://www.alexneedshelp.com/
Cashy- http://www.cashhydefoundation.com/
Jayden- https://www.facebook.com/jasonandjaydensjourney?fref=ts
Jeffrey- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XM_TdmQ9lM
Joey- http://uf4a.org/
Hayley- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQ0ko8JNOTQ
Mykayla- http://www.bravemykayla.com/
Natasha- http://themourningafternatasha.wordpress.com/
Storm (our son) http://www.georgiatoons.com/uploads/4/1/0/5/4105506/stormsstory.pdf
I've kept the list of original kids.
I am sure you will find thousands of stories on how CANNABIS IS HELPING CHILDREN!
***Perhaps you know other parents who are dealing with the same things. EDUCATE - HELP- Ease suffering. Share information- send them to this site. Please take the time to offer these parents your LOVE & support, if only with a letter of encouragement - you just might make all the difference that day!
Give thanks it is not your child having to fight for their life & fight for their medicine.
Alex - http://www.alexneedshelp.com/
Cashy- http://www.cashhydefoundation.com/
Jayden- https://www.facebook.com/jasonandjaydensjourney?fref=ts
Jeffrey- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XM_TdmQ9lM
Joey- http://uf4a.org/
Hayley- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQ0ko8JNOTQ
Mykayla- http://www.bravemykayla.com/
Natasha- http://themourningafternatasha.wordpress.com/
Storm (our son) http://www.georgiatoons.com/uploads/4/1/0/5/4105506/stormsstory.pdf
In 2016 the Supreme Court of Canada ruled Patients under the MMAR/MMPR program would be able to continue to grow their own medicine - or have a "DG designated grower," do it for them. We have had a designated grower since the beginning but used the services of CALM at start up while Growing pains (Punn intended) where worked out with our DG. REASONABLY.
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