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I had been using medical marijuana for two years before I met my boyfriend.

One of the first discussions we had was about medical marijuana, and he told me he thought it was a mistake.

I was getting ready to tell him I used medical marijuana for fibromyalgia, but after we had that discussion, I thought it was best to keep my mouth shut. I didn’t want to ruin a relationship before it started. I would use my marijuana before going out, and I would be fine until I got home. He was talking about his mother, and he told me he couldn’t understand why she wanted medical marijuana. He said people put up with the pain of arthritis all the time, but they didn’t all go for medical marijuana. He was calling her a wimp and‌ acting like he was better than her. I reminded him that was his mother, and he didn’t know how she felt, or what she was going through. I asked him what he would do if he had to put up with that pain all the time, or not be able to walk without excruciating pain. He said he would learn to deal with it. That’s when I broke down and told him I used medical marijuana. I had such pain from fibromyalgia that I couldn’t lift my arms. Sometimes, my skin hurt so bad that wearing clothing was definitely optional. He gave me a look of disgust and broke up with me. It was the best thing that could have happened. It was the longest six months of my life.

 

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Normally I avoid getting drunk, because I know it makes me act foolishly.

I usually stick to smoking cannabis, which keeps me nice and chill and eliminates my temper issues.

On this particular night I was out of weed, and decided to stop by the bar before hitting the local dispensary. My plan was to have one or two beers and watch part of the game. The game turned out to be a barn-burner, and I lost count of how many beers I drank while watching the entire thing. Three hours later I stumbled out of the bar, stone-cold wasted, and wandered into the medical cannabis dispensary. I usually go to this store for cannabis products two or three times a week, so they all know who I am. This time they wouldn’t let me inside. After I sobered up I understood that the cannabis regulations wouldn’t allow them to sell to me that night. It was not the fault of the cannabis dispensary or the security guard, I was just a drunkard who didn’t have an ID and they legally couldn’t let me in. At the time I wasn’t logical or coherent, so I tried to fight the guard. Not only did I get sent to the hospital, but I woke up with a lifetime ban from the medical cannabis shop. Now I can never go back. This is a big problem for me, because there are no other medical cannabis dispensaries in the area. I will have to start getting my cannabis products through a mail-order company in another town.

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Cannabis gummies and candy products are also quite tasty, but they don’t get me as high as I want to be

The world of weed is wide and wonderful, and smoking the marijuana plant is only one of a hundred different ways to enjoy it. I am getting older, which means most of my friends are getting older, too. Some of the things we used to take for granted are no longer possible because of our failing health and weakened bodies. My lungs are not what they used to be, that’s for sure. I have been a regular cannabis user for over three decades, but now I am reaching a point where I just can’t handle the smoke. This is why I am so thankful for modern medical cannabis dispensaries. The scientists and botanists that work in these places use next-level techniques to convert medical cannabis into great new smokeless products. I can use all the medical cannabis I want without causing damage to my lungs. I have tried using vape products several times, and while they don’t bother me as much as smoking buds, I still don’t like them. Vape products always give me a little tickle in the back of my throat. Cannabis drinks have become one of my favorite items to use, because they taste really good and get me stoned within minutes. Cannabis gummies and candy products are also quite tasty, but they don’t get me as high as I want to be. Cannabis topicals are great for when I have physical aches and pains, but they have very little mental effect on me. Every year there is something new, so I wonder what invention the cannabis dispensary will think of next.

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It was the cannabis edibles that I was going to have in my pocket

I was dreading going to my 30th reunion. Highschool wasn’t exactly easy for me. I was a bit of a nerd but you wouldn’t know it by looking at me. I was actually sort of popular but not the way all the football player types were. And I stayed home most weekends so it wasn’t like I was getting in on the recreational marijuana that appeared to be going on for all the cool folks. It wasn’t until college that I sort of bloomed. Ironically, that may have had something to do with me finally discovering cannabis. I’m not sure just how much of that coming into my own can be attributed to weed. But I can say that it definitely played a role. I went on from college to work for a company that was thousands of miles from where I went to highschool. So many of the people that I graduated with ended up staying put. When the invitation came for the reunion, I wasn’t so sure that I even wanted to go. But there were several old friends that kept calling to press me to get to the reunion. Thankfully, my home state also allows for recreational marijuana. And I headed for the local cannabis spot as soon as I drove my rental from the airport into town. I stopped for some sativa products as well as some cannabis edibles. It was the cannabis edibles that I was going to have in my pocket. All it took was a couple of nibbles on that cannabis edible and I just relaxed enough to not care what happened at the reunion. And I actually ended up reconnecting in such a big way with some great people.

 

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It’s so funny sometimes how things work out.

That’s something that I see more and more these days.

I think it has a lot to do with discovering cannabis. I was pretty straight laced all my life. I did what was expected of me and I stuck to all the rules and guidelines that I had been raised with. And I was pretty much mostly miserable all of my adult life. I’m pleased to say that’s not the case any longer. There is a lot of freedom when you realize your own agency. My wife and I met at a small, religious college. There was no experimenting with recreational marijuana or anything like that. I mean, I don’t think we even had our first kiss until like a couple of months into dating. And from there, we just sort of followed a path that wasn’t exactly ours. Yet, we did raise two good humans along the way. But once we were done actively parenting, it became pretty clear that we just really had nothing else. We split and have since become even closer friends. I found that I wanted to try cannabis products since it was legal to use recreational marijuana now. I still felt sort of weird but I leaned into trying new things. I’m so glad that the people at the local cannabis spot are so kind and were so willing to help such a cannabis rookie. It was so remarkable to find such liberty in my perspective once I started using sativa and indica strains. And what’s even more amazing is that my ex and I are now best friends as she too has found her way to the cannabis dispensary. We actually ran into each other there and just burst into laughter.

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I spend a lot of the day, each and every day right in front of a computer screen.

That’s nothing special as I would imagine that there are millions and millions of others out there who join me in this daily ritual. Since I spend so much time in front of a computer at work, I tend to leave it alone at home as much as I can. But thankfully, clicked a link about cannabis one night when I couldn’t sleep. Before I started using indica products before bed, I could count on at least 3 sleepless nights during the week. I was going without sleep because my brain wouldn’t turn off. Just wasn’t ever relaxing to where I just let things go. I held tightly to all my worries and stress which ended up with me staring at the ceiling most nights. So as not to disturb my wife, I’ll get up instead of tossing and turning. And that one night, I decided to take yet another look at what I could do in order to get some sleep. That’s when I clicked the link to learn more about marijuana. That one click has changed everything for me. The more I learned about cannabis products, the more I realized that I needed to get to the cannabis dispensary. That’s where I got hooked up with some indica dominant hybrid strains for sale. The very first night I tried it, I was knocked completely out by just how totally relaxed I felt. It was such a complete mind, body relaxation. About 90 minutes later, I went to bed and slept the entire night. When I woke up more refreshed than I’ve been since I was in junior high, I knew for sure that I was onto something.

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Enough with all the worry.

This is my new mantra and I’m sticking to it with a little help from the good folks down at the local cannabis spot.

I watched my health, my relationships and my passion for life deteriorate due to stress and worry. And prior to taking a chance on cannabis products, I was convinced that this was the only way it could be. I’m fortunate that medical marijuana was such a success. Without the pioneering work that got medical marijuana to be an accepted option, I wouldn’t be able to access the cannabis dispensary now. In our state, cannabis dispensaries are open and accessible to anyone of age. So I’m grateful for even having this option. But even more so, I’m grateful to enjoy that sativa and indica products have been so helpful for me when it comes to perspective. And it wasn’t like I had to wait around for the results either. It wasn’t like the anti-depressants I’d tried before that had to be in your system for weeks. Nope, the first night that I brought home some orange kush and had a few puffs, the change actually began. I mean, it was immediate. Since that first night, I have allowed the effects of the cannabis to help me really straighten out my priorities and see reality as it is. The fact is that marijuana really helps me see what is important and what is in fact a distraction. I’m different these days and it’s only be about six months. I can walk away from work with a clear head each evening. I did my best and now, thanks to sativa and indica strains, that’s quite enough. I buy cannabis now and I’m grateful for that option.

 

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I have discovered the convenience of cannabis vapes.

I now understand why they have become so popular.

There are dozens of types of vaping devices and a nearly endless selection of extracts and oils. I had heard that vapes were a safer alternative to smoking. I’d also heard that there are illegal cannabis cartridges that contain thickening additives and cheap chemicals that compromise effectiveness. Plus, these agents can turn into carcinogenic chemicals when heated. Fortunately, the local dispensary only sells vapes that have been lab-tested and third-party verified for safety and integrity. I like that vapes are more discreet and make it easy to control the dosage. The preloaded cartridges are especially helpful. I can decide how much cannabis I want to consume with each puff. I know exactly how much THC is contained in each dose. The intensity of the first hit is totally consistent with the last hit. I don’t need to worry about diminished potency. With flower, it begins to dry out as soon as I open the jar and it gets exposed to air. Cannabis concentrates offer a longer shelf life. Most of the vapes available at the dispensary feature programmable heat settings. I can adjust the temperature at any time during the process. It took some experimentation to figure out the temperature that I prefer, but the effects are really amazing. Unlike smoking, the extracts are heated just to the point of vaporization. Eliminating the combustion process preserves the desired cannabinoids and terpenes for a stronger, richer and better flavor. I also don’t need to worry about drawing unwanted attention. There is no open flame and no telltale odor, smoke or ash created. The vape pens are really convenient. I don’t need any extra gear and they fit right into my pocket. I am happy to spend a little more to buy a premium cannabis pen with a long-lasting battery. This allows me to enjoy it for several sessions before it requires recharging.

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I combine the topicals with the sublingual absorption of tinctures for a synergistic treatment.

I was delighted when recreational weed was legalized in my state. When I first began shopping at the dispensary, I was strictly looking for high THC products for recreational enjoyment. However, as I’ve experimented with different consumption methods and strains, I’ve begun to appreciate cannabis more for its medicinal benefits. I’ve found that this plant-based remedy is wonderfully effective in treating a wide variety of health concerns. I’ve gone from only smoking flower to experimenting with edibles, beverages, tinctures, vapes and topicals. I shop for hybrid joints to help with relaxation. At the end of a long, tiring and particularly stressful day, lighting up and inhaling those incredible cannabinoids and terpenes works to mellow me out. I’ve read that cannabis can trigger a dopamine response that leads to joyful feelings and a more positive mood. Because of my job, I suffer from chronic pain in my joints and muscle tension. My shoulders, hips, neck and back often ache. I sometimes experience muscle cramps. Topicals and tinctures are a great combination for pain relief. I choose products that are high in CBD and cause no psychoactive effects. I can apply cannabis-infused ointments or balms directly to the problem area for localized relief multiple times per day. I combine the topicals with the sublingual absorption of tinctures for a synergistic treatment. I’ve also found that this partnership of tinctures and topicals can reduce inflammation, swelling and get rid of headaches. I use cannabis to help me fall asleep at night. I use it to get motivated for a workout and to lessen the pain of sunburns, bee stings and bug bites.

 

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A few drops of the tincture are placed under the tongue for sublingual absorption

As soon as recreational cannabis was legalized in my state, I was anxious to visit the local dispensary. It took a while for the facility to open doors to the public. While I was anxious to shop for cannabis, I was a little worried about feeling ignorant and overwhelmed. I was completely new to cannabis and had no idea of what to expect or try. Fortunately, there is a wealth of information available online. I was able to read various blogs, educate myself and figure out how to make my first trip to the dispensary a rewarding experience. I learned that there are thousands of products available. Dispensaries offer a wide array of options. The products are often categorized as indica, sativa or hybrid. Indica strains are generally associated with tranquility, relaxation and sedative qualities. Sativas tend to be higher in THC content and offer energizing, motivational and uplifting effects. The hybrids can be either sativa-dominant or indica-dominant, depending on the parent plants, and are often crossbred to target specific properties. For consumption methods, there is dried flower, pre-rolls and vapes for smoking. Inhalation methods provide rapid onset of effects. Disposable or refillable vapes are especially easy for a beginner because the process requires little more than pressing a button and inhaling. While edibles are certainly simply enough to eat, there is some concern over the greater intensity of effects. Plus, it can take hours for the effects to be fully realized. It’s important to wait before consuming more. Tinctures are a great option for a novice because there are no specialized skills or accessories necessary. A few drops of the tincture are placed under the tongue for sublingual absorption. Concentrates are known for their sky-high THC potency and are better for the seasoned cannabis consumer. I also learned that I need to have my government-issue identification handy and to be prepared to pay in cash.
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I have gravitated away from alcohol consumption.

I don’t like the adverse effects on my heath, calories or hangover in the morning.

Cannabis is a natural, safer alternative. Now that my state has legalized cannabis, it’s readily accessible at numerous dispensaries in the local area. I find it bizarre that alcohol has been legal for many years when it has so many proven health risks while cannabis remains illegal at the federal level. Excessive alcohol consumption has been linked to heart disease, liver disease, shortened lifespan, addiction, cancer, memory issues and immune system dysfunction. Even for those who only drink now and then, there are concerns with nausea, dehydration, sleep problems and dangerous medication interactions. Alcohol provides very few positive benefits. I’ve read that red wine offers anti-inflammatory properties. In comparison, regular and occasional consumption of cannabis has shown to offer pain relief, reduce stress and anxiety, elevate mood, treat sleep disorders, soothe aching joints and muscles, reduce side-effects of chemotherapy and stimulate appetite. As a plant-based medicine, cannabis has demonstrated cancer-fighting properties. Consuming it does not lead to death. Approximately 88,000 people die every year due to alcohol-related overdoses. There are no deaths reported from excessive cannabis consumption. The local dispensaries sell cannabis-infused beverages, such as cannabeer and mocktail. The label provides the exact THC percentage, making dosing simple. The high is typically very mild and I feel great the next day. I don’t get bed-spins. I don’t throw up. I don’t need to counteract adverse effects by drinking an abundance of water. Cannabis-infused drinks are the ideal alternative to alcohol. I drink them at social events and enjoy myself.

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One of the last times I needed a job, I went to a job placement agency. These recruiters will help you find job positions at companies that are looking to hire new people. Sometimes they are temp agencies where you go there and you become a temporary employee for a company before you move to a different station at a different company. This can always be a good way to find a job. If you’re new to a city and need work immediately, I can’t think of a better way than to go through a job or employment agency of some kind. My sister was the first person to use one of these organizations and is the person who clued me onto them in the first place. Besides employment agencies, you can also take advantage of websites created specifically for finding job listings. There’s one specifically for cannabis dispensary positions that is referred to as a canna recruiter. Cannabis companies go on there to post their jobs and people who want those jobs can respond accordingly. I found my job as a trimmer by going through the canna recruiter website. Now I’m trimming cannabis flower buds every day for a fairly decent income. I don’t know if I would have ever found this job trimming for a cannabis grow operation if I hadn’t gone to the canna recruiter website. I spoke with a bunch of friends recently who all expressed wishes to work in the cannabis industry and I told them all to head to the canna recruiter website to look at the job listings for themselves.

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When I was diagnosed with drastic depression, I considered asking the healthcare expert for medical marijuana.

I was told that medical marijuana had fewer complications than any prescription medicine the healthcare expert prescribed.

I went online plus did a lot of research on how to get a medical marijuana ID card. The process itself was lengthy, plus it cost a couple hundred dollars. My healthcare expert could not get me a medical marijuana ID card, so I was going to need to go to a pain specialist who was working with the state. Once I got the medical marijuana ID card, I had to go to a marijuana dispensary. Our state didn’t allow you to put in orders online unless it was the marijuana dispensary you used in your area,.but then you had to option your order up at the dispensary. They didn’t have delivery. One marijuana product cost $50 on average, however when my spouse got home, I told him I didn’t have enough currency for medical marijuana plus I showed him all the information I had found. He asked if I undoubtedly thought it would help me. I wasn’t sure if it was going to help anymore than the $5 prescription I was taking now, however there would be fewer complications. He said he would pay for everything, if that was what I wanted to do. I didn’t think even if my friend and I added both our incomes together, my friend and I could afford to purchase medical marijuana. He told me it was my decision, however if I changed my mind, my friend and I could come up with the currency so I could feel better.

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