It's a blue Monday!  I've already been out in the forest bright and early! The girls super excited- the grass still covered with dew- this summer I want to find a few mushrooms one is Reishi  & the other- I am always hoping for a BLUE mushroom , simply because they amaze me the most - cut it open and it bleeds vibrant blue - apparently they are edible but I'm more curious today to see if I can paint with them! After I paint it (on paper) What a score to see this beauty this morning and we have lots of wine caps! Storm inoculated some wood chips and they grow right outback of the house - delicious. 

A viral videos circulating of a mom saying she had the life she always wanted: perfect man, which she did find and marry, perfect home and she wanted a baby - but now despises that baby.   She hold it on her lap (it's only a couple of months) as she films her obvious disgust at this tiny infant on her lap - she continues to claim what a burden already she can't just go out and grab her coffee.  I wish it was a joke, it wasn't.  You can see her anger and disappointment & many point it out. WTF - soon enough that baby will be older and will learn of how much mom hated her on it's own moms page, or maybe others will read it and torment  the child with it, she talks about how much she hates 'it'.  I had a young friend a few years ago-, whom I had known since she was about 10.. I tried to educate her on the same thing, stating her daughter would grow up in a blink of an eye and her posts will be there for her to see, read & understand.  She said I'd obviously not experienced Postpartum, I had to unfollow her, every post became about how that child ruined her life, marriage and truly- it didn't appear that way, she ruined her own marriage, having an affair.

I explained I did experience Postpartum  and still remember how bad it got but I NEVER wished my son gone, or hated him or resented him, let alone murder like some moms are doing and pleading - Postpartum! I remember my aunt Kelly calling to check in and I could not stop sobbing.. she talked me through it and reassured me I'd be fine.  I remember my husband expressing his displeasure in the fact that I was not cooking and cleaning -like he already expected. I tried.   I was doing so much to keep him happy'  with a new born that I had to drive myself to emergency one morning because I had a hole where my C section was - a big black hole. The Doctor had to restitch it and was concerned about infection - By the grace of God, I did not get one. When the Dr. asked what I was doing and I told him - he told me to go home and tell your ass of a husband to HELP YOU or at the very least cook his own meals!! Norm could not cook, he never was taught how - I've done that also, over the decades. 

 So yes, I absolutely experienced Postpartum and it was brutal - welcome to life - and sometimes it gets worse, what will she do then- murder her daughter?  A child is a gift from God. The younger generation tell us - we don't know, or it was different then. Yes it was, we didn't have to take time to set up a camera to sit and cry about how much we hate our children. That has nothing to do with the children - and everything to do with a selfish 'click for likes' mentality.  Turn off the camera and look after your child & yourself! Nap, eat healthy, seek HELP, call friends or family, read about it, get exercise. Perhaps she should have really thought about what it means to have a child,  your life changes (in most cases) forever.

When two people create a child together- it is BOTH their JOB to give that child the love and care it NEEDS, especially when an infant, toddler - they deserve all the attention they need.  If you are worried about not being able to go get your coffee & donut on a whim - because you now have a baby to look after - WEAR A CONDOM.  We all struggle with mental health during our lives, it's a very difficult time for many reasons & your husband should absolutely 'step up'.  Often medication is encouraged  as it was with Lindsey Clancy. The medicine obviously did not work, dare I say - it probably contributed to her actions the children demise. Before medication - you need education.  Medication can starts you on a slippery slope.  I pray moms get help - but I pray babies get it more.  It is  one of the worst trends I've ever seen on social media- baby hate.  Blue Monday is a thing.. above all - seek God, ask for help.
​Jesus can bring people peace they need -simply for asking. Try it.  

Below: Read about Fauci the evil that man is capable of in this months Druthers: 
​https://druthers.ca/wp-content/uploads/druthers-SEPTEMBER2026-resized.pdf 

I love watching old Disney films & Warner brother cartoons just to see background art.  The classic Disney- the background art is stunning- especially the works created by the artists for story boards, layout ideas, stuff that didn't even make it into the movie but inspired the movie.  

It's Sunday and I woke up feeling so close to God it overwhelmed. Ready for all of Gods blessings & stronger with my decisions because I know I make them after I speak with God, after I pray about it.  I thought of a carton about praying - I'll draw today.  If you think it makes decisions easier - it doesn't.. that's where TRUST comes in. That's where knowing you bible, prevents others from shaming you, having power over you or over your decisions. I know I can walk away from people, yet still pray for their life. I am so good with my relationship with God, Jesus .. I am more than content with my own company. I would rather be alone rather than spend it with a  gossips, who I know will only gossip about me with others.  

Remember - Jesus never told us what religion he was - only about the man he was, a perfect man, the light, the truth and the way. So decisions are NOT always easy.. I rely on God for wisdom & strength and helping me keep my distance from others, who have proven to hurt me over and over.  That's what some will always do,  given the opportunity - experience has taught me that.  Walking away is not hate- it is LOVE - walk away from others destruction, hate & fear. 

Jesus didn't tell the apostles- he showed them! < Matthew 17:21
Can you imagine when Jesus called Peter "Satan!.."   Matthew 17:23   how Peter  must have  felt...
When Peter doubted what Jesus KNEW and tried 'as a friend, confidant, follower  out of concern -to question him and deny what was happening - Jesus said: "Get behind me Satan! You are a hinderance to me. For you are not setting your mind on things of God, but on the things of man."  Peter did'nt respond because he knew - Jesus was reminding him.. If Peter was Satan - he would never become an apostle.  Peter was doubting, Peter had little faith in what Jesus was saying, Peter didn't believe what Jesus knew.  Peter understood what happened and that Jesus did know he was behaving with Satans intentions.  Satan ties to intervene all day every day.  Call it out. Remind people who & what they should be focusing on. 

With some Ive learned they don't want to know.. I share things I learn - things others want to ignore or deny, fine by me but that isn't going to keep me from sharing, your fear is not what I fear. I fear more people getting sick, more being fooled.   I walk with Jesus - I don't fear these things. I enjoy learning everything I can to better prepare my own life (to any degree we can) the more you know about anything, the less you fear.  The best lesson lately has been the vaccine...everyday we are learning the truth, sadly it comes at a great cost - the loss of lives. What a test it was to be called "stupid", "ignorant"," you know nothing", "you're fear mongering", "its a conspiracy theory -you nut" words from  family and friends.. I don't forget the ones that said I should die for not getting it and harming others. I want to remember!  I have forgiven - but I want to remember so I do not put myself in the presence of people who think like or behave like that.

I've never wished death on the vaccinated or unvaccinated - ever. It never even crossed my mind and God knows that. God knows our HEARTs.  WE all know now - it's not the unvaccinated that harmed anyone, the Government did.  Thank you by the way! It helped me grow with God and here I sit not worried about vaccine side effects, Im worried about all those sick, with "turbo cancer" Like Dolly - who pushed the vaccine.. now dead -from apparent 'Turbo cancer.  I can't worry, God wants us to enjoy this day. It's God will and peoples choices, that have them where they are.  Albeit some were NOT choices but forced upon them with misleading (false statements),  threats of job loss and more. I don't hate anyone, what's the point - it is a WASTE of energy that could be used towards creation & love. I have learned - rather than hate- WALK (or run) away and focus on your purpose. Be good with God and the rest will look after itself.
 
I refuse to hate' any human due to skin colour, where they were born, how much they have - or don't have.. even their religion - anything that brings you closer to God & Jesus! I am all for it!  NEVER forget tho- Jesus never said he was any religion', he openly talked about the evils of those who use and pretend - under the disguise of being religious'.
I do judge (learn from)  people & their actions, how they treat me and others.  Those who intentionally cause others pain & suffering, I'll distance myself from, I'll forgive because I know- vengeance is not mine but Gods and I trust.. I've actually witnessed a few things over time that have indeed let me KNOW, God has my back. God always wants our happiness and LOVE. Always- Read your bible if you don't believe me.  In my experience- the more I read the bible and try to live according to it- my life has only ever gotten better. There are days I shake my head on what God teaches me & I ask: why? I don't think I'm strong enough.. then God wakes me up with a clarity I did not have when I went to sleep.
A miracle... yes! God, Jesus.. the miracle knowing we have Jesus IN us, a spark that only needs the slightest attention & acknowledgement to SHINE! God gives me the strength I need & the LOVE I need, in a thousand tiny way- signs..  
YOU TOO!!  Believe it or not... Jesus absolutely believes in you. 

Today - stop and acknowledge the signs of love God offers you. Say Thank you, that's it. Are you awake and reading this?  Many won't wake up today - so Thank The Lord for the continued adventure!!

Yabba Dabba Doooobie.   meeden gouache  6 x 6. took about 45 minutes, you'll notice my rush on Freds fur.. painted for pure pleasure - I LOVED the Flintstones- I'd run home at lunch and we knew when the Flintstones  were over - it was time to run back. 

Saturday morning fun! Fred & Barney enjoying a moment in the garden.  I've always refrained from having characters actually smoke' in my drawing.. but I was reminded the other day of when Winston cigarettes had Barney & Fred share a cigarette - to encourage young minds to see smoking as the cool thing to do in Bedrock.  The level of brainwashing NOW exposed in this century is mind blowing... the lies upon lies and now the things allowed to see on TV, music videos, movies.. is absolutely promoting much worse than sneaking a cigarette in the garden.  So not me- a giant cigarette company - decided it was o.k. to promote smoking toxic chemicals in cartoons - fact.

I have 2 plants of Cannabis in my garden - not even to smoke  but to admire! I love this plant- what true gardener wouldn't?  Why every single Canadian who has a garden & doesn't have one amazes me, perhaps when sold in garden centres things will change. Cannabis is a beautiful, strong, useful, powerful plant! I have been nibbling on fresh bud ever since I've had them, it's peppery  taste - I love in salads. I have watched shocked 'smokers' as they watch me eat my bud. I won't get any to smoke from the looks of these beauties- just a bit BUT I have pressed leaves to paint & use creatively and plan on juicing some with my celery for added benefits. Look into all that cannabis/hemp does, feed, clothing, grow, build..  all with this plant, this plant we have been TAUGHT to be ashamed about.. that is insanity. We now have known pedophiles & rapists running the countries, not Carney (that we are aware of)  - but he's best buds with the Queen of sex trafficking - fact, we've all seen the photos of him lying on the grass with the baby abuser. Deny it if YOU CHOOSE.

ARE you aware the UK rejected digital ID so strongly (with tons of protests)- the government has said  they dropped the issue, I doubt it.. they'll try again. I am so grateful people are waking up! I was telling norm - it won't matter if you don't own a new vehicle - coming with full surveillance- able to shut itself off it someone deems it necessary.. Insurance companies will make it so EVERYONE  has some surveillance in their cars- or they won't be insured.  Today I saw a guy explaining just this. His employer was told his insurance for the company vehicles was going up - UNLESS he put little cameras in every vehicle - that records every action - all the time.  IF he agreed - they would keep the insurance down. Every vehicle will be sold & TOLD use the cameras or your insurance will be denied..  I get it - as an employer.
 He continues to go on - this is what they will do to ALL and wait & SEE- soon you will be advised of the same. Your car insurance will go up - unless YOU agree to place a monitoring kit in all YOUR vehicles. RICH & POOR and then YOUR every action will be recorded.  Get into an accident- and they will try to use everything to NOT pay you insurance- that you have paid your life time.  I learned about insurance companies LONG ago with the death of a young friend- and how my friend (her mom) had to jump through HOOPS for insurance, A lesson I have seen repeated a few times..

You pay your insurance - just so you can drive your own vehicle and if in an accident - YOU will now have to prove against what cameras record your guilt or innocence.  The Bible says - Rich & poor.. the first one will be TRUCK drivers (like the guy who made the video),who drive for their livelihood, if your caught speeding through communities they will know, if making excessive noise, it will be proven, using your vehicles for anything other than work, it will be recorded. Have a few drinks after work - they will see exactly where you go and assume what you do. They will be recording your eye movements, how you sit in your seat- are you paying full attention to driving, were you on known medication THAT states- do not operate heavy machinery (trucks) while driving.. WAIT & SEE.  Many are saying they will refuse... it should be interesting and yes, I am sure many will start driving without insurance' and will be reported and jailed for it.  Either way... a new level of control is coming. What will you do?  It was said by the NEW WORLD ORDER  (Carneys favourite group of groupies) you won't own a car... you won't need one in your 15 minute city... says the man who travels the world and his plane food bill (for just 3 trips!!)  That WE  pay with our TAXES...  is more than some make in a YEAR. 
Carney is spending twice as much as Trudea did, on JUST his airplane meals...fact.
Elbows up as you enjoy your KD.
​WAKE UP.

Enjoy This day The Lord has made! 

Are you hankering for a hunk of cheese?  Why this guy is on my mind, I'm not sure.  I went to grab a snack and the next thing I was singing.. I hanker for a hunk of cheese! The jingle played in my mind as if yesterday- it's been decades since I watched this Saturday Morning Chunky Cowboy.  Which shows you the power of a catchy tune.  I showed a friend - she responded with the entire song- lol.  Do you remember him? If so you might be showing your age.  I also made my first mini freezies (in an ice cube tray) with orange juice-thanks to this after school 'Time for Timer' character.  I painted him for fun, it took no time.. and I used the Meeden gouache. 

I don't hanker for bud.. I just felt like painting him - not with cheese.  I smoke the equivalent of about 1 joint a day or less.  That's to slow down the facial movement- albeit some days nothing works, nothing but rest.  I'm not fond of resting when I want to create something.  The dogs have been resting - on rainy days like yesterday - they have no desire to do anything but lounge, the more the merrier. I laugh because the second I say "nap time" they all run for moms room.  

I'm so glad we didn't get hit like Toronto did with the weather- it was only a little overcast here & a bit of rain.  I thank the Lord - all I know are safe & sound.  I did watch a video I want to share -that, I too hope he is wrong - BUT so many other videos all seem to be leading up to this prediction & it's concerning..   the threat or promise of an impending black out - in order to make the switch from cash to digital currency  appears to be gaining momentum - from 'conspiracy to reality..
 A theory Trump will cause the next Financial Crisis... - The more you know- the better prepared -mentally if anything!  It also has many expecting  project bluebeam, which is wild... I can't imagine anyone pulling it off to the scale they think it will be believed.  It is exciting times! Creative times..  all good (eventually) with God. 
  
 Have some fun today, I'm working on a new foam creation that I had to think about for at least 2 days..
​Enjoy this day the Lord has made!  I hope you have an enjoyable long weekend! Safe & sound. 

Are Mushrooms are edible... some only once. Acrylic on board 10 x 10 
I drew this while watching a documentary on the subject.  A case where a woman made  a mushroom meal for her in-laws and they died.  There are still countless death from mushrooms around the world, simply due to poor identification.

I am confident of 3 .. maybe 5 mushrooms I can identify as edible; morel, dryads saddle, lionsmane, oyster are easily identifiable (with the exception of false morel) and I have found all in the forest.  Others - I might think are- I'll bring home, research and then still probably ask someone.  I use to eat mushrooms raw - now I don't.  Some mushrooms, as long as they are cooked properly - are fine- others  when not prepared properly can make you ill and some are said to bring hallucinations of tiny people.  I'll pass :).  We enjoy mushrooms in most meals - Lions mane is enjoyed on it's own -it's so delicious.

People are learning how to grow and consume mushrooms year around- with the price of groceries- no doubts they will become even more popular. They are being grown in abandoned  cold damp train tunnels and have been suggested in a movie I watched - to be the food/fuel that helps feed those left after a nuclear war to to re grow the population. Who knows. 
I do believe they will continue to become a big thing in medicine' the more time passes..  More time!? Other countries have been using mushrooms for centuries!  I foraged a bunch of turkey tail for my Turkey tail winter tea mix.  I'll let it dry, chop it up and add it to my raspberry leaves, with a few white clovers  & honey - Can't wait. 

When started with a fun sketch while watching TV ended with an enjoyable frog painting, now reminder...  
Happy September! Everything is still green! All shades - except for that one tree that always changes first, now dabbled with dots of yellow leaves who 'trinkle down with a good gust of wind.  Cooler mornings, lots of rain - the new batch of mushrooms will be out in full force any day now! I'm excited- so are the girls.   Remember that dog that ate a mushroom and died - years ago.. he was dumb dog.  My dogs have NEVER attempted to eat any wild mushroom -but they do look at them (usually while photobombing), they also - if mushrooms in left overs - like stew - will spit out or leave the mushrooms in the bowl. I had a Great Dane - Dimitri (an amazing dog) and he would spit out every pea that was even in his bowl.   Dogs know, just like wild birds know what to eat... mushrooms in the coop grow and the chickens explore but do not eat.  
That was a dumb dog, sadly..  when walking your dogs - IF you see them smelling a mushroom in the wild (to be safe instead of sorry) I suggest you wait until they smell it and then give them a very firm "NO!! Yuk! ".   You can enforce those words by tossing them a slice of lemon to taste' - also with a Firm: NO! YUK!  They will understand. 

I have seen people' trick their dogs into taking medicine buy dropping a pill on the floor because they know their dogs gobbles up dropped food- That is stupid!  I teach the opposite- if it drops on the floor - Yell:  DO NOT! and they don't.  
I have had a dog die from an over dose... trust me - teach them - NO! Do not! .  I can leave my steak on the coffee table and say: DO NOT TOUCH THAT!!  I can go in my studio and paint and they will not touch it.  Train your dogs not to eat crap they find anywhere. Actually, that's great advice for all us humans- - if not positive: DO NOT TOUCH!  
Now, go find some forest fungi! Use it as an opportunity to teach yourselves, your children, family & dogs.
As for horrible humans that use mushrooms to intentionally hurt others- well that's just horrible humans, sooner or later they get caught. 

My daily mantra seems to be  "I'll le the Lord judge between me and you. " Especially when learning about a mother who strangled her 3 babies with a giant rubber band & now has over a Million dollars from supporters- HOLY what kind of precedent  are they setting- murder your babies and become a millionaire- beyond fucked up.  Give it to God because only God will understand the insanity of it all,  the lesson so many are meant to learn..   Oh and ALL these fucked up mom's trending with  thoughts of harming their babies, one woman's post - as she walks beside a wood chipper and 'mimics' throwing her new born in - You are mentally ill and should seek help & your post just might give the government - reason to remove that gift from GOD from your care... wait & see. 

A pondering primate... God is Love. That's all. 
The blue monkey was fun and now that I figured out a few things.. I'm ready to attempt the next glow work of heart.
God is Love.  Also one of the shortest bible verse- so if anyone asks do you know a bible verse- say Yes!:
John 4:8.  God is Love.

It's mental health Monday and what a week for mothers and babies.. Babies are losing. 
Let me tell you - If I ever see a mom tossing cold water on her baby for fun, for social media likes- I hope I don't have a glass of something to throw in  her face. WTF is WRONG with people, this new fucked up trend is pathetic, God help these children with immature, selfish mothers who are more concerned about social media likes than they are creating a bond of love & security with their babies.  No more than a prop'. 

I have not looked with detail into this case in the USA with Lindsey Clancy - because it's sad.  I do know enough to know children were murdered by their own mom who was suffering & was heavily medicated.  The more I learned the more I thought - what a slippery slope this will be.  These supporters - seem to forget 3 babies died, I understand pointing out the obvious- she did not get the help she needed, she had been given too many medications (proven to mess up her mind), her husband seemed to have other issues on his mind - I'm not judging, just pointing out a few things.. BUT all that does not make it o.k. to kill your children. If she is found not guilty, what will this mean for other poor babies.  Apparently there's already another case- they are calling it the 'Clancy copy cat killer.  Her attorney is attempting to attribute her  actions to "hormones".. To which another elder, wiser woman pointed out - what a slippery slope- goodby to women police officers, their hormones might cause them to shoot guns, hormones are responsible for a mom killing her children - no more pilots, surgeons, judges- who are all women - who's hormones cause them to kill'.  

It's not sarcasm. It's setting a very powerful precedence  - No WOMAN president who has the power to push a button- her hormones might set off. One more way to control women.  & MEDICATE - & how did that work?  Just like I've shared before- how many men when ready to divorce their long term wives suddenly (become doctors) & claim their partners (that no longer wish to tolerate bullshit) are all Bi Polar, depressed... a convenient chemical imbalance.  Like that pastor in the USA that drove his wife to kill herself, he'd  use medication & institutionalize her so he could have her agree to his affair and sexually addictions.  He absolutely was responsible for her death. 

Apparently Lindsey Clancy tried to kill herself and failed. I think she will live the rest of her life in hell on earth, free or contained- it will make no difference, but I don't think she should go free, neither should he.   She absolutely was failed by her husband, she obviously expressed she needed help & by a system that only appeared to medicate instead of actually help.
 
We have moms killing their children supported by hundreds - it's a sad statement.. they are also aborting babies full term. Who thinks these are signs of a healthy society?  One woman pointed out - You'd never see men rally around a dad who slit his 3 babies throats. Probably the opposite.  Pray for the babies, who did not understand why mom was hurting them. 
Pray for babies who mom's don't understand love - that they use them for likes.  "It's just water"... bullshit, it's an intentional  selfish, petty, immature act',  to shock & stress a baby, infant & toddler - and life will do that enough.

Please remember to reach out to new moms to see how they are doing. 
​Enjoy this day the lord has made. 

This painting is challenging my brain.. I want to achieve a glow,  it's still I it's early stages but I had to walk away last night. 
That's just how things are sometimes.. you must walk away to clear your mind and look at everything as a new day, with a new perspective.  I walked away frustrated but this morning I looked at it again in the dark & it was indeed glowing. Yay.. a new day, refreshed to start at it again. 

Shout out to Donald Trump for pointing out the hypocrisy  over this re naming of Lake Ontario..
Really, if that's what it took so be it. Proving another double standard we live with Carney,  is with his Lake Ontario speech. 
This guy nails it: Double standards.  Then Doug tells Trump to: Kiss my Ass! - and truly- who hasn't said that to Trump at some point? BUT hey, if the average person says it- will it be twisted into hate speech? Of course his poles went up (needed) and then he immediately put up a billboard, he is also a hypocrite... the fact that he jumped on his own bandwagon so fast  shows the seriousness (lack of) to all other issues Canadians are dealing with- this is where his focus goes. All Mark Carney is doing is destroying any relationship Canadians & Americans have had, encouraging animosity, that's just sad. Donald is doing what ever he does- he definitely is the top showman' in this circus, but I'm glad he pushed those buttons to point out the obvious- what's good for the goose is not good for the gander- according to Scarney & Ford. Holy Doug- you are not looking healthy... focus on yourself or you won't be around to watch the continued planned destruction.  Anyone who's blood is boiling over this- that's the point.  Wake up. 

Before you shame anyone about renaming anything Canadian - start with Carney and all the INSANITY he has allowed and encouraged. A sample below - of another who comments what countless are considering.
& while your at it- GO buy a book & bible.. The fact that very little is said and very few are AWARE-  about Ai destroying books is serious- and a generation they say is now struggling to even spell their own names- when do they read? Hardly ever.. they screen. People who can not read will be much easier to control.

Hey Doug- about that BIG billboard= how much tax payer money did it cost to boost your ego?  Thousands, I bet. 
Back to pondering the glow of this chimp- enjoy the day the Lord has made.
​I did giggle at the meme below- especially after Donald Trump posted the American Eagle & Canadian goose.

Food for thought. 

​What is Halal meat.. Halal meat is meat that is prepared according to Islamic law, including the specific slaughter method called dhabiha (dhabīḥah), where a Muslim makes a cut to the jugular vein, carotid artery, and windpipe, with the animal alive and healthy and all blood drained. Many UK halal meats also use pre-slaughter stunning, but rules can vary depending on interpretation and the practices of the slaughterhouse.

There is currently much discussion about Halal meat on line.  I didn't know' anything about it so I decided to do a bit of research.. I mean, why not? The bible talks about blood sacrifice to please the Lord all the time, hunters hang and drain the blood from deer- but they shoot them first (hopefully)  BUT there is a few things I just learned & I for one will choose (while we still can) not to eat Halal meat after what I learned.

Non-Muslims may prepare or handle halal meat as long as the meat, ingredients, utensils, and preparation process remain halal and uncontaminated by prohibited substances such as pork or alcohol. The slaughter is the part with religious requirements. In many Islamic interpretations, the slaughterer must be a Muslim or, under Qur’an 5:5, a practicing Jew or Christian (“People of the Book”), though some scholars and halal-certification bodies accept only Muslim slaughterers or impose additional conditions. Standards can therefore vary by country, Islamic authority, and certifier.
So, in short: preparing halal meat does not generally require being Muslim; performing the ritual slaughter may.

Online, people appear to be upset about the actually process calling it unnecessarily painful and cruel, especially when there are standards that have been put in place to avoid such issues. I agree with that as we torture animals enough, it's horrible how we 'treat what nourishes our bodies, souls.  Some don't want that 'energy' in them, some might roll your eyes  - you should be looking into 'energy' and new scientific information around it.  Also many are pointing out - they have witnessed a creature prepared Halal and it didn't go as smoothly as expected - the animals often suffer horribly, especially if not done correctly. I'm pretty sure a few places (New York)- have been FORCED to now allow Backyard butchers to preform halal. Not restaurants - backyards.  I once saw a family over a decade ago, do this to a GOAT in Georgina at a beach -  I was ignorant enough to think - they brought a pet goat to the beach...  

​One woman (I apologize for not providing the link, I forgot) explains this is not the only issue, when spearing the meat - it is also mentioned :
Halal meat must adhere to specific Islamic dietary laws regarding the type of animal, the method of slaughter, and the purity of the process.
Permitted Animals Meat must come from animals considered permissible (halal) in Islam. This includes cattle, sheep, goats, camels, and poultry. Animals that are forbidden (haram) include pigs and their by-products, carnivores with fangs (such as lions or wolves), and birds of prey.
The Method of Slaughter (Zabiha) The ritual slaughter process, known as Zabiha, is the central requirement for meat to be considered halal. It typically involves these elements:

• Intention and Invocation: The slaughterer must be a sane adult and must invoke the name of God(saying Bismillah, meaning "In the name of Allah") at the time of slaughter.
• The Incision: A sharp knife must be used to ensure a quick death and minimize pain. The slaughterermust cut the carotid arteries, jugular veins, trachea, and esophagus in one swift motion.
• Blood Drainage: The blood must be allowed to drain fully from the carcass, as the consumption of bloodis forbidden in Islam.

Purity and Contamination Beyond the slaughter, the meat must remain "pure" throughout processing and preparation. It cannot come into contact with any haram substances, meaning it cannot be processed on the same equipment or stored in the same area as pork or alcohol unless the equipment has been thoroughly cleaned according to specific religious standards.  Animal Welfare Islamic law emphasizes the humane treatment of animals. Requirements include ensuring the animal is healthy and well-treated before slaughter, avoiding stressing the animal, and ensuring that no animal sees another being slaughtered.

*Invocation to Allah (not Muhummad) is directed to GOD. BUT no, not the Trinity - The Father, Son & Holy spirit.  Ponder that while Praising Jesus.  O.k. all that is interesting and o.k. - so be it.. I can still choose the meat I want to eat.. but what no-one seems to be realizing is we are losing the choice, more and more places are serving Halal meat, what brought this to my attention is people  sharing: Swiss Chalet serves Halal meat- and it does:

Whether Swiss Chalet serves halal meat depends on the specific location. Swiss Chalet is not a universally halal chain, but some individual restaurants—particularly those in areas with higher Muslim populations (such as parts of Mississauga and Markham)—serve halal chicken.
Based on available information:

• Location Specific: Some locations have confirmed to customers and halal guides that their chicken is halal.
• Partial Halal Status: Even at locations that serve halal chicken, other menu items may not be. For example, some reports indicate that while the chicken is halal, the Signature Chalet Sauce and certain gravies or poutines may not be.
• Non-Halal Items: The chain's smoky BBQ ribs are pork, which is haram.

Because halal status varies by franchise and location, you should ask the staff at the specific restaurant you plan to visit to verify which items are halal.

It's not just about the meat.. it's intentions' are to an 'idea of God',  I am not comfortable with - Praise Jesus!
Having to be prepared by Muslims - and you know it is.. traditional' (non-muslim) Canadians' are indeed forced out of jobs in Canada. No beers for guy who prepares Halal. eh.

More and more is Muslim ideals extending into Canadian traditions & values & business.. & if you think it's only going to be Halal meat- you are being naive.  Learn other laws of Islam, read what rules apply- especially to women. You know Ai will tell you one thing- but the most eye opening accounts are from Muslim/former muslim women online and it looks bleak, accepting the rules for meat - will eventually lead to except all islamic laws.
So.. while you can still chose what will it be?

You are what you eat.  Some will eat the cheapest options - giving 0 thought, I get it.. really, been there. 
​If they take their laws towards God - so seriously, I will too.   How about you?
Enjoy this day The Lord has made.

 I've taken a couple of lessons with Ruth Wilshaw, one of my favourite gouache artists, I moved my computer to my desktop to simplify the viewing experience. There's always something to learn, every day, I was not fond of the flowers Ruth painted  so I left them out, I painted the above with the Meeden gouache, they would be slightly more vibrant with my Windsor & newton, because these paint were so affordable - I use them to play with ideas before I use the good stuff. As you see- the results are still lovely. Another reason I like Ruth is her www provides images in stages, I know enough to not have to watch the lessons and can figure it out by just looking at images, if I want to work faster.  Some days it's nice to follow along, slowly, painting & relaxing.

Do use propane? Better stock up.  There been an 'accident' -sure sounds fishy to anyone.. a truck (unmanned) rolled down and over a pipeline - that supplies propane to Canada.. An empty truck??? Out of Wisconsin.  This natural gas pipeline 'Enbridge, apparently is used to ship to Canada.  Prices anticipated to go up.. Let's see. An empty truck? Interestingly.. Endbridge has been in the news recently, Enbridge - A Canadian born company is now more or less in the USA. Do you think this EMPTY Truck Roll over has anything to do with Trump & Scarney in recent days?   An EMPTY truck... sure sounds fishy.  I think Scarney & Trump are colluding, it's all a show at this point to give the appearance of 'productivity' to keep the peasants appeased, keep them from protesting in droves and dumping tractors full of shit on government buildings, yet... it all seems to be going in the same direction - destruction of Canada.
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Jann Arden got married! I like her, I hope she has a happy life, the wedding looked like fun. 
I thought this was interesting.. Several in the USA are warning : Start preparing yourself. Jeffrey Sachs. 
WAR is BIG business and in case you didn't notice - That is the exact word Scarney just used- telling Canadians 
we are at WAR, Trumps tariffs are an act of war. That's quite the word to throw around loosely.  WAR = $$$
From what I'm reading, the USA better get ready for blackouts (Canada too). that is an advantage when you live in rural areas, you  prepared for blackouts.   Have you read this months Druthers.. I was reading it last night and could not help think - that's can't be true! So I've check a few things and yes, it's true.. I suggest you read it to find out news and events and happenings - that main stream news is NOT sharing, not educating..  Educate yourself. Knowledge is power.   Did you know Mark Scarney's family all live in the USA.. what moron still thinks he is FOR Canada?  Numerous people are starting to point out Scarney is for HIMSELF and his cronies & PLACED here  to do EXACTLY what he is..  destroy Canada to help project his plan for the new World Oligarchy, ask him. 

The sun is shining & God has gifted us another day - another adventure!
Enjoy this day The Lord has made! 

The mushrooms have been out in full force- all summer. I can't walk 6 feet without stopping to take a photo!  Actually, I don't stop too long as that is when the mosquitos find me.    

About mosquitos, I have noticed something.. Last year I kept reading about coffee grounds, burned- they are said to keep mosquitos away.  Last year I started to take coffee grounds and instead of going in the garbage, I'd dump them on the deck, in no time the sun dries them & I'll sweep them between the cracks- gone. Last year (as mentioned) and this year I have noticed FEWER mosquitos on the deck area, fewer mosquitos trying to get in the screen door at night... fewer mosquitos and I've hardly lit one incense stick to deter them.  Could it be? That simple of a trick..  It appears to be working, I haven't done anything else, I don't spray.. I only spray my dogs with apple cider vinegar & water when we venture into the forest & the ticks too- I've had fewer this year than the past. So - take it or leave it- the advice.. me- I'll be Tossing coffee grounds back to the ground.

​I watched Nepal get washed away yesterday, it was heart wrenching.  Gone in seconds by a wave. 
I learned of a letter in the UK that the government sent to a community.. the woman shocked - holding letter that apparently states - the government is suggesting women/girls not leave their homes.  Not leave their homes.  So, they are being asked to become prisoners in their own homes & towns where they have paid taxes all their lives - now being forced to live in fear for an entire group who has proven themselves to encourage violence. The letter went on to state- IF they must leave their home - they are told to dress properly, cover bare shoulders and show little skin. why... because immigrant men can't apparently control themselves from sexual violence and rape.  Imagine telling your daughter - do not leave the house, you'll be attacked.. imagine being forced into that mindset- because a group of men - can't control themselves.  Imagine your government- creating a brochure - explaining to immigrants/refugees/asylum seekers (whatever you want to call them) that to rape is not acceptable, that a woman - person must consent to sex.  WTF.
The woman continues to read - the letter also states- some religions do not like dogs... they are told to keep their dogs inside and only let them out in their back yards - and even suggest- perhaps they should re-home the dogs- away from others. WTF!!? 

Is Canada giving out such brochures? Will they wait- until it's too late?? While Canadians will be shamed for speaking up  about any such issues.. called racists because they share facts, concerns, fears... Clearly we don't have brochures about dumping garbage, spray painting BC water falls..   or the woman fined for dumping her bag of garbage into a river.. ..  clearly - we do need a brochure.   Nature heals.. if we don't protect nature all Canadians will suffer. 

If you can, go explore.. if YOU see people doing like above- record and report- ONLY when they are fined & pay, will it hopefully stop.  Enjoy this day the Lord has made.. hug a tree, while you can!

The Lost sheep.  Meeden Gouache 8 x 11

Feeling like that lost sheep?
Never forget who's searching for you.  Jesus.
Never forget who rescues you. Jesus.
Never forget who fights for you. Jesus

Never forget who wait's for you... never forget who loves you. Jesus.

I believe we are at a crucial point. A point where if you don't take the time to educate yourself on Ai & what is currently happening, you will regret it.. many of us will. The bible tells us - the rich and the poor' will be feeling the fate of what is to come.  Control.   Control on everything you do,  the 'rich in particular might think they'll be safe... well chances are you are not 'that rich',  Real Rich, like  Jeffrey (probably not dead) Epstein  rich. J.E proved the bigger they are, the harder they fall. Usually because someone really rich, somewhere has something to blackmail you with, like sexually abusing and eating infants. So, there will be few exceptions, once the control methods are in place. Rich & poor.

I've watched a lot on Ai data centres, including the new Ai doc on prime.. I'm more apt to believe what group one predicts after all I have learned.. today you should find sometime to watch this: How to **** **** a Data Centre.
​If you don't take the time, you won't understand for the little guy (99% of us) it doesn't look very favourable. 
Either way - we lose..   For all the wonderful things it is doing (many) the concern of it causing unrepairable damage is daunting.  You won't be such a fan to use Ai for your website when you learn - it doesn't matter if Ai was wrong- -it's your www and you are responsible for any and all errors.  You won't be such a fan when you learn the staggering statistic of how people are becoming physically ill and exhausted that have data centres built near them.. or of the constant noise.
You won't be a fan when one does go up in your community along with Up goes your hydro & water bill to PAY for it.
You can't help yourself if you don't understand what's happening.  You are not helping your children or grandchildren by choosing NOT to know.

I grew up loving Dolly, who didn't?  Who doesn't know the words to a few of her songs... 9 - 5 what a way to make a livin', now that's stuck  in your head. :)  It's sad albeit quite the statement,  a lot of tribute posts to Dolly but numerous (more than the tributes) posts & comments, not very positive. Videos of her resurfacing promoting the vaccine (now proven harmful- ask F.F.Fauci), she shamed the un vaccinated and a few other things I was actually a bit shocked to read, one mentioning sacrifice symbols etc..  & I do not know if true, nor do I care. I'm not idolizing her, she's gone.. I'm not her judge, not her creator..  That is how she is being remembered right now, that's all.  It's one thing to not agree with others on issues, but when it come to our bodies, our minds, our temple - where Christ resides -   that should be only your personal choice, her shaming others for not wanting to... so be it.   All she accomplished  yet vaccine promoting & shaming, this is what floods social media today.. that is how it will be for many when they too pass.
 
I just SEE that one actor I read about, a good pal of JE, once idolized  now turns my stomach, if he appears I anything I am watching,  off  -instantly. If we all did that- apparently they do pay attention & know when we are turning off... maybe things will change when we let them know- we don't want to support child rapists.  

Yes, no doubts I'll still sing to a few Dolly tunes & I am grateful to understand,  a hard working, talented woman who appeared to doing a lot of good for many & provided us with some catchy tunes. I'm pretty sure Dolly is in Heaven, we all make mistakes.  Enjoy this day the Lord has made.

I've been exploring Fire- on my mind as I watch the world burn.. fire paintings are powerful. This was also painted with the Meeden gouache set- which I highly recommend, especially for beginners. I find using them strait from the tube, not diluting or mixing works best.  LOL - they have become my "lets fuck around and find out" paint, it's not always negative. 

There are so many fires.. physically & metaphorically, it's hard to keep.  One place currently on fire is Indonesia, ironically. I watched a video recently and thought (sarcastically) after viewing it- oh great, Indonesia will be the next to experience an earthquake, fire or 'natural disaster'  to solve this problem & low and behold -a few days later.. Indonesia is on fire - which will absolutely be a distraction from the 'other government issues' discussed in the video.. I'm not a prophet- I read the news and have recognized a pattern. Coincidence?  Perhaps.

Business set themselves on fire too- intentionally.. Have you read about Wendy's', now falling fast in the fast food industry - why- because they admit  they Choose lesser ingredients, raised prices and provided poorer product. FACT. They knowingly gave crappier product - all to $ave $$,  greedy - and how's that working for them. They are done, McDonalds too from all that human meat investigation.. and who do they have to blame, themselves.  It is far easier to KEEP a current  customer -than it is to gain new ones.  I can't eat at big chain fast food places anymore, I have lost faith in them - hallelujah.  This will be a good decision for my health.  

Countries set themselves on fire.. look at the UK and it's willful blindness to the problem created with immigration overstepping.. but why look at the UK when we can all LOOK AT CANADA as Scarney pours on the fuel to set it ablaze, the destruction with him the hull is disgusting - I don't blame any that voted' (liberal retards- according to viral social media trends) because I know- that snake was all part of the grand New World Oligarchy plan. Stop letting yourself be PLAYED - it's nothing to do with politics- it's all about greed and control and we are watching that snake (same snake who lied in the garden) toss the match. Yes, I agree with Trump, Scarney is WEAK but he'd been very effective in his goal - to destroy Canada in order to control Canadians and acquire our minerals, water - so he can sell it off like the has SOLD US ALL OUT.  Scarney will very soon - go by the way of his other lying pal - Starmer. 

Stop picking 'sides', they are out to DESTROY and control, it's all part of the plan. 

What is America without wild horses? 
America has started to kill off wild horses I pray cowboys are not next.
​I'm not a prophet, I do recognize patterns. 

Enjoy this day The Lord has made.  Wake up.. God gave us eyes to see, ears to hear & hearts to help.

This post is for all believers in Christ.  The rest can skip, that's what the devil wants anyway.. lol.. I can't resist.
God has a sense of humour and so should we.. We should laugh and shrug off most of what we are dealing with, it's not easy but God got me thinking yesterday... what IF.  If Jesus was to arrive on a few days (new theory with the blood moon) -IF... how are you doing? I would be afraid of his return because I don't think I can ever be worthy... then I am sent constant reminders & signs, I am.  But, I can't what I'm doing - I must focus  because the devil delights in distraction.  

I know many who believe in Jesus and believe in the Bible but never share', that's what we are told to do - Praise The King... just like these human king's expect. Do you know what happens when you do not praise Kim Jong?  It doesn't end well. How do you think it's gonna end if you don't Praise The KING of Kings. We all have been slowly taught to reject Jesus... mock Jesus. Jesus Removed from schools & replaced with Transgender story time, removed form television, mocked.. ask yourself- why? To the degree today, we are reading of Christians being killed for their faith & love of Jesus, and some of us 'believers' are too embarrassed to share.  

Fear... fear of God & Jesus, God in human form so -all emotions could be felt', first hand by the right hand of GOD, is who they fear.  Died for our sins... pre paid forgiveness, we know and we still behave badly.  With everything we are witnessing (some choosing not to see) it absolutely seems like the end of days. This constant fear mongering with Carney & Donald and dissolving of 'the Government is for us'  illusion, is exhausting and also & intentional.  

It's absolutely frightening at times, even for those who have Jesus. Like everyone in that tiny town in the UK, now all women are absolutely fearing for their lives. Where are all the women refugees? It is safer for them to remain in camps as they get abused and raped along the way.. < Ai.  YET - it is unjustified for these tiny towns getting thousands -literally dropped there over night,  mostly men.. and YET it's racist to be concerned or angry - all those people who have worked their entire life, who's taxes have paid for - their demise. 

• Safety Concerns: Women face significant risks during migration, including the threat of sexual violence and exploitation. This makes the journey particularly dangerous for them, discouraging many from traveling alone.
• ..
  YES, they have every right to be concerned about "sexual needs" since everyone is learning about the rape crisis, no wonder those in power want control of what we learn about - like no news of the farmers again, protesting again.. & Holy Sodom & Gomrrah - California is suggesting the tax payers to pay for sex, for homeless and immigrants.  TAX funded blow jobs... while many can hardly afford to feed their families.  Jesus is not impressed.
• Are you aware the rape crisis is so out of hand the  UK government has NOW printed brochures for new immigrants to teach them: Rape is wrong. FFS.   Everyone needs to work as one  to educate each other - so this can be avoided and addressed before any more rape crisis' happen anywhere. 

What would Jesus do? Jesus reminded me - it was preplanned and the immigrants are being used, still... We are all being played, especially if we sit and pretend it's not happening..  It's about serving each other- helping by sharing and reminding everyone when you know Christ you can cope, you can move forward with love and bring awareness.  I get the New World Oligarchy being fearful - they are the key players in this game - making and breaking the rules and forcing everyone to pay for it - with their lives and livelihood.  They should be afraid of Jesus, when he returns. Either way, today & every day I will remind you - Jesus believe in YOU, even if you don't believe in him.

Speak UP! - YOU have The king of kings beating your heart!
Do NOT let anyone shame you for trying to educate others, to serve others.. to protect others.. to LOVE others.
All immigrations should STOP until our extremely wealthy governments EDUCTE them on The country they enters rules.
I think we can all agree - Rule number 1. Do not sexually abuse or rape Men, women, children or animals. 

Enjoy this day the Lord has made!
​ I got a sign to try CLAY, nothing too extreme since my thumb hurts, more than my knee did. 
God keeping me appreciate of being able to PAINT! Amen.

When I saw the above image, I laughed until tears streamed down my face.  Some people are very funny.
Some will look at it and think: That's stupid, that's rude...   who knows.  It made me laugh. I thanked the Lord.
Enjoy this day, the lord has made. Enjoy this day.  Enjoy.    < High on Gods request' list.

Yes, social media has caused us to laugh, love, hate, cry, celebrate and sigh.  I have to remind myself daily: moderation & silence, nature... nurture are better ways to spend a day.  No computer, No Ai, No fear  mongering gov. creating poverty & destruction for the Glory, not of God.

God gave us opinions to share & stories so we may serve each other, not just  'the man'. If I'm going to use social media, I'm going to try to make a positive difference, sharing.  How many times have you read a post' feeling very alone, only to SEE thousands resinate with the exact feeling you are experiencing, That's a good thing BUT NEVER forget- Jesus tells us- if they hate you - remember they hated me first. Yep. 
You know, back in the day - if your husband grew tired of you, he'd tell people you were a witch'.... now when ever men don't agree with you the first thing they say is: You're crazy!!!  You have a chemical imbalance- you need medication! There is No proof ever of a 'chemical imbalance': There is no convincing evidence that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain, particularly regarding serotonin levels. Research has shown that antidepressants may not be more effective than placebos, and the chemical imbalance theory has been widely criticized and debunked.  Yet some still try to use it (un educated) to hurt, to label..  to control.  Don't let them, women are not witches or crazy.. as. matter of fact - Thank God, some are they most caring, enlightened beings on the planet & I aspire to be one! Gotta have goals!   I'd like to share the new research, science, proof there is no Chemical embalance' with my Dr. who once told me there was, & put me on medications that did indeed fuck with my brain and made the situation worse - the only time I really thought of suicide was when ON antidepressants. One time- IN the hospital, they gave me medication & left my room... had my best friend Kat not been there- I had an allergic reaction and suddenly could not speak and was passing out- when Kat went screaming for help - ask her.  I'm DONE with Dr. prescribing deadly medications - at the cost of my life. The last prescription Gabapentin for pain- -lawsuits proving it is contributing to INCREASED dementia.  done. I NOW know at 62 what works best for ME!  I will say, I'm also learning many doctors have also been mislead by the pharmaceutical industry. 

​For those that believe I sit around all day - watching 'Conspiracy nut' videos - Go ahead, underestimate me.     
Underestimate my faith in God. In my belief that God does indeed teach us every day, with absolutely every human & animal that crosses our path - see a dog and kick it... Wait & see how your life will be- shitty, fearful.. those are the only humans who going around, intentionally hurting others.  Fearful.  God Sees, God Hears, God speaks... are you listening? 
​I Am, perhaps you don't believe , that's o.k. I only care what God believes. I only care what Jesus thinks of me, at this point.  Far from perfect or sinless. 
                      
​I occasionally have had negative remarks about my eating habits, I'm not fond of bacon  for example and eat it sparingly, (all pork) due to my knowledge of  Undercooked Pork & brain parasites, yet it's constantly encouraged by others, No thanks. & Dare I say - I get it! You know who worries about such things- people who have had failed brain surgery.  I am, also - increasingly into fasting, big time. I was reading besides the medication-DRUGS killing them, Junkies are relatively 'healthy- Yes, I know that sounds messed up - BUT Dr.s believe it's because they fast, a lot. The drugs make them not eat. WATCH THIS! When I sat here today, I prayed: God - Help me, teach me.. I am listening and yes- this YouTube appeared and I am THANKFUL: WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLArtu_a92Q This guy covers it all! AMEN! He is absolutely AWAKE and I thank him for sharing his enlightenment with us.  Fasting , not eating.. is proving to be quite good for us, so no - I'm not into a bacon & eggs breakfast or even 3 meals a day (don't forget desert) bullshit.  

More and more each day- death is being delivered BY doctors.. That's a fact. RESEARCH IT! So much so - those in school NOW - learning to be surgeons now- are being warned to re-think their options.. as robots are already being proven to be - better at surgery, less fuck ups. Fucking Fauci- KNEW about the harm of vaccines  & miscarriages and encouraged pregnant women to get the vaccination while warning others privately against it! By the WAY- I actually knew about the studies (God showed me) and I tried to reach out to several in 202o!! And even said: please warn your daughters agains it! Especially of wanting to get pregnant. I was dismissed... a conspiracy theory nut (no doubts)  no apologies- I recently heard someone say: You might never hear from some people again, because they owe you an apology.  God & time, proved me right, SADLY. Fucking Fauci, why is he not strung from a tree by his balls - is beyond me. 
Wait & see. 

What we think is funny others won't, what we think if bad for us - others don't.   Before you try to tell anyone else what to do/ how to live - perhaps educate yourself. I've been trying to educate Norm for decades- against eating "sweets' covered in mouse poop - as being bad thing... he leaves it on his work bench - FOR years.. he still does it & refuses to listen , so when he gets sick, oh well. you can lead a horse to water...
 Sticks and stones again need to make a come back,  I don't care if you call me names... really, I'm at point the I only care what Jesus thinks, what God knows.  Live for God, every day you get a new opportunity - Thank you Lord for another day! 

All lessons God would have me learn. 
Sharing is connecting, understanding we are all  in many ways experiencing the same thing.
Go hug a tree with the passion of the frog above..   watch the video below.. thank me later - or don't  but at least you can't plead ignorant' after you watch it. I won't hold my breath for apologies.

This little chimp was enjoyable to paint.. kinda.

Sticks and stones may break your bones.. but names can never hurt you.

What happened to that tiny GEM of wisdom? I was taught it early, I'm not sure about you - now, say anything that HURTS someones feelings' - justified as it may be- you can be charged with Hate - that's ALL about control.  Hate speech - loss of freedom of speech.  Question things and it can be seen  as hate speech. 

The past couple of days I have noticed on social media- an awakening.. especially around SCarney and his sneaky ways, as well as Ai data centres.. big corporation corruption - all being exposed - but in Canada NOW, if you say Boycott them! That can be seen as a 'hate crime - more like CONTROL, against making each other aware of such shady deals & dealers.  It was refreshing to see people pointing out the obvious, no anger, just starting to share the obvious, the facts.
 
A video of a Trans man - bragging about how some "kids" were teasing him and he proudly (as he giggles into the camera) Punched the kid, a kid, for calling him names.. Stick and stones- WTF.. People justify ' just leave him be', yes lets ignore the fact a grown man thinks it's o.k. to punch a kid for calling him names - that is a sign of sane mentality or maturity?  Sticks and stones..  let's bring that Boomer wisdom to restore INSANITY.   Many videos I see of people screaming racism' is just another person scream facts- and frustrations about out of control, situations. It's ALSO clogging an already struggling court system- I mean they keep letting known violent offenders out..   It made me think of a Trans friend I had, I'll call her 'she, as 'she was a joy and earned peoples respect & love. Sandra, because of her humour, vitality, kindness - I was aware of Trans but thought of her as a woman. because she was a good HUMAN. I was also thinking - I'm glad she's gone - and not living amongst all this trans hate, Id be worried for her.   Much of it brought on by their own actions & demands. 

Sticks and stones. I broke my thumb (again) - stick, not stone. I grabbed s stick and my width' judgement was off, I forced my hand onto it at a tricky part in the trail, and SNAP' just like that, a snapped bone from an arthritic hand- no point crying, no point going to the hospital.  Also don't say anything - cause, what't the point.  Norm intentionally won't look at my hands, I have to hold them in front of his face out of sheer frustration - and say: what don't you get?
Everyone else gets it. Strangers take one look and are amazed I can hold a brush!
It is willful ignorance at my expense and I'm done tolerating it.  I'm the better cook - trust me when I say - I'm not too thrilled about it either come days.
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If you are hungry - make yourself something to eat, FFS!  I have always liked & HAD a clean house, was always a great wife (obviously, he's still here) who made  THOUSANDS of meals - Lets see, 33 years 365 days a year, cooking 3 meals (at least) a day - taking 30 minutes- LOL - some can take HOURS between prep & eat... Results below:

Check this out.. lol. what I draw at 3 am and can't sleep. 
I woke at 3 a.m. wide awake and decided to read & draw. Yes, the drawing was inspired by the word of God.  I'm going to print the bible passage across the top when I share.  
Here's a neat fact- I couldn't find my glasses, so I decided to draw anyway.  
I can only get shapes' with no glasses, no details but I've drawn enough to know what I was drawing, kinda.
At 6:30a.m.  lol -I looked at it with glasses on and though: that's neat! maybe that will be a new challenge I give myself.
Don't wear your glasses to sketch... kinda freeing, once you accept it.  Like surrendering to God & having a pleasing outcome.   I'm excited to paint it - challenging myself again using one brush a flat, small. 

Can't sleep.. don't lay there and stress, get up and read, watch Tv scroll (not really encouraged) draw, sketch.. rather than think about 'stuff' stuff out of my control - I give it to GOD.. I sketch and in the process God enlightens me.  You too, try it.
Be silent- your Lord fights for you. Trust.. trust the Sun, the moon, & the Truth eventually all expose themselves. Let worries look after themselves - focus on Jesus, being like Jesus- there is no other I aspire to be... and You will be o.k., better than o.k.

Yesterday someone shared a bible verse with me- to 'teach me a lesson' (I guess), truly - it's actually comical.. Please, by all means - lets talk Bible! It excites me and thankfully, to discuss the bible - with those that know it.  I do know a few who are as passionate as I am, if not more. I have one friend  (online for a few years) and she reads & posts about the Bible - all day, every day. Dana. Her faith inspires, she keeps going - rarely do her posts even get her 'one like' but she keeps going - she's not posting for social media' - she is posting for the LORD. Good for her. I admire her passion & Love for Jesus.

Trying to educate me with a bible quote when you have NOT read it - It's not a fair fight, at least you tried.  I'm on my 5th reading now, not to impress anyone, because I'm truly passionate and you expect me to take you seriously, you who has never taken the time to actually read- let alone understand it? Your opinion is of little concern,  I am glad I inspired someone to attempt to 'fight fire with fire', at least they read a tiny part of the bible- and there's that... someone - anyone who reads the bible with the sole intent to use it hurtfully,  you are missing the POINT.  What would Jesus do?  You just proved, you don't have a clue.   That's no worse than those who try to shame homosexuals with a couple of tiny passages out of an entire book.  God, Jesus & The Holy Spirit are very clear about Gossips and Liars, who are indeed mentioned frequently in the bible. Familiar 'traits' shared by almost everyone  that displease the Lord, gossip & lying.  
Prove me wrong- Please, I encourage you.. read it and prove me wrong.  

Like all lessons the absurdity of it- now, an enlightening moment, a lesson appreciated. A reminder of MY Faith, my conviction.. my strength - with God I can do anything and everything. Above all, NEVER forget- others see & hear what they choose to believe, what is easier for them - God see's the Heart. God knows your intentions.  God knows my intentions and what's in my heart... yours too.   Feeling hated?  .... they hated Jesus too - the perfect sinless man - hated. 

I started this day in prayer, feeling awake & alive and appreciative of another day to "paint useless doodles" ... another comment I got, when I went to my desk to paint instead of engaging in useless conflict. Because I am not making $$$ from my art... just like the time I was told- " you have not contributed anything to this marriage"  because I wanted a say in the fridge that needed replacing..  that is how I am thought of (& reminded) because I do not contribute 'MONEY'... I have no say. 
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All you stay at home moms- doing all you do... remember that. I, sure as fuck NEVER thought I'd hear half of what I have,  for over 33 years - when I said:  I do. 

I know the power of my painting - to please the Lord.    Priceless. 
Enjoy tis day The Lord has made! Paint useless doodles!!
​Here's a morning prayer -  to start the day off on the right foot!

The Rapture.. acrylic & gouache.  I painted 2 - One for me and one for you..lol
It was great way to spend time - painting, praying -Oh - & I watched a really well done doc The Biggest Lie...  very TRUE.
About Faith, Family & it's deployed destruction, the history I was already aware of but  it's interesting and this story telling in next level. 

O.k. yes, I have given the Rapture thought. lol. The Bible describes the Rapture as the event when Christ will return to take all living Christians and resurrect those who have died, bringing them to heaven (1 Thessalonians 4:17). It emphasizes that the exact time of this event is unknown, likening it to a thief in the night (1 Thessalonians 5:1-8). 
Who wouldn't want to be included in the rapture?  Especially lovers of Our lord!  Like when our favourite teacher asked a question & we were confident in our answer- our hand would fly up!! Pick me! Pick me!   If I saw people beamed up by The Rapture- going to heaven - I would be: "Pick me! Pick me!"
No one wants to stick around for the described Biblical events to follow.  It's also  kinda funny.. 

As a cartoonist & human we should see all sides.. it's kinda funny, I have a doodle with dogs tied to balloons 'to come with' - haha, thought of the cartoon on 'loss of gravity day (now over, not true)  and people confused  to think it was the rapture, only to be dropped 7 seconds later -  the ultimate  !SYKE!
Either way- These two are experiencing rapture riding a balloon& the others watch with longing.
I experienced rapture/joy while painting.  It's also challenging painting mylar balloons' I think I did o.k.

Enjoy this day The lord has made - you don't have to explain to people why you paint, create what you do.. to some it's pointless since I'm not making an income.. I know the true worth. Joy. 

How Fletcher was hatched!  By Wende & Harry Devlin. 1969
I have read this book since 1969 at least 3 times a year. It was/is my favourite children's book.
It's simple lovely story about a dog who feels neglected because of new chicks & two beavers help build him into an egg.
I don't want to spoil it for you... you can buy a copy online. I highly recommend you get your kids one. Especially if a dog lover. I'm making a tribute art on this book- why- because it makes me happy! 

When we moved in 2019 Fletcher got packed I to a box marked office that I JUST opened a couple of days ago along with 3 boxes of old McDonald toys (more on that adventure in a few days).. anyway - I have been missing Fletcher , just like in the book and when I saw it in the box I SMILED -like the Grinch! Got a coffee, sat & read, and looked over every cross hatched detail with fondness and good memories - this book provided peace.  

Opening up the boxes -especially the toys (I found a view master- yay) was a trip - every Disney movie, the ones Storm really enjoyed, the artwork - all fond memories... and I started to think - that's another LIE- toss your old stuff. Don't. 
I get you can't keep everything but many things I was aways told - your too ld for that now, get rid of it, clean your room toss things out.. Don't.  Opening a box- brought visual joy to my heart & by getting rid of everything - just like Negative Triggers'- you are eliminating Good triggers'!  How does a book make me feel all warm and fuzzy... why am I excited to tribute fletcher- because Im already excited with my idea, painting it, finishing it will be a joyful experience!

The craft idea I have for the tiniest Yoda ever (above)-I'm also excited! It's already amusing me thinking about people looking at it- I know they will, they won't be able to resist..wait & see. I bet you reading this when I post it will actively participate with my idea turned creation for tiny Yoda. I finally sorted 4 more boxes, Im on a mission - next bring me up the LEGO. I'm not getting rid of it- well some broken stuff I tossed but my goal is to reuse, repurpose! I have seen countless craft ideas online for old toys and I plan on coming up with a few of my own, so stay tooned.

Before I forget.. Do you use Ai for your business??? I just learned of a Canadian court case... in a nutshell:
The company used Ai to design the website, there was an error Ai made, someone sued the company...
The company said Ai made the mistake & proved, it did indeed make a mistake. STILL, the judge concluded it did not matter if it was Ai, it was the company who owns the website who is responsible for proving and making sure all
information is factual... so the owners of the company must pay out - because of Ai's mistake.
WOW.. so much for Ai assisting.  Ai is wrong.. Ai is intentionally being fed lies to confuse it....  how much can we trust Ai?
Watch the video Knowledge is power - you don't want to learn the hardware - Ai is wrong, sometimes. 

Don't toss everything, pack it up nicely, put it aside and in a few decades when you pull out that Fletcher book, and all those warm fuzzy memories flood your system bringing joy, you'll thank me.. I'll be on the next level (God willing) but you can still thank me. lol  Enjoy this day The Lord has made.

The Joy & importance of sketching.
The sketches you see here are in a big sketchbook where I just - sketch...  Ideas in my mind quickly, roughly sketched into a book that often turn into paintings like the one above -work in progress.  I often have sketches that are similar as I fine tune the look/details/oncept.  Sketching helps you think & processing emotions. It is a great habit to get into.

I do draw Jesus a lot. Jesus makes me happy, thinking about him& drawing him & watching (The Chosen)& READING about him -preferably in The Holy Bible.  Remember the movie The book of Eli? Strangly enough, I woke this morning thinking about that movie; created by the Hughes brothers- my brothers from another mother, lol.. Anyway - watch it, if you have not.  I recently read Ai firms are  destroying physical books.. books - all books including the bible.  Was that movie a prophecy? It sure appears so.  I LOVE physical books, just ask my KOBO.. I have had a couple but I always go back to the physical books as the kobo sits on a shelf collecting dust. Even though big books hurt my hands to hold and read, I figured out ways. I have many animation books, art books, art history, books on current situations, events, books on plant identification, trees, animals, histories & a few bibles.. I do not read fiction', I use to but I no longer have the time, I want to read truth- I want to read real history & yes - I absolutely do believe the bible is it.  I'm more convinced with the more I learn.   To think books might become a memory for some- in a society that is already alarmingly illiterate.. the less you know - they less you will complain. The less you know the easier you are to control. 1984 is another book I recommend, many read it in high school - re read it, I guarantee you will see it differently - all these decades later, once seeming fiction , now appears to be FACT - ask China or look into Flock Cameras. Have you also read about how Flock Cameras have already been abused by those said to protect us - the police, using Flock to track women they are 'interested in'.. Holy Flock! 

There really is so much going on that we are finding out- after the fact, after they have already started to destroy books, after they have already started installing these cameras EVERYwhere.  So.. back to sketching. While I sketch I think about all sorts of things, sketching comes easy for me and not much concentration is needed - as a matter of fact- I think - the less you THINK about your sketches- and just Go' the better they'll be. I often will look at sketches that have been turned into paintings and theres a tiny bit more 'life' in the sketches, more energy- maybe because I draw them so fast- the woman about sketched was about 10 minutes, now I'm on day two of painting her- You really have to let gouache dry (or use a hair drier) in between layers and the above 'wash' is just a first layer.  Sketching is PURE JOY  more of a workout for my minds that I often realize, while sketching- I'm also pondering.. details of the drawing and life.. Get into a habit of playing first - in a sketch book. 
Back to painting & then starting another sketch (shown below - you'll have to guess which one) 
​Enjoy this day The Lord has made!