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July 14, 2018July 17, 2018

Hempire Tips and Tricks

Have you started playing Hempire yet? Well if you have or haven’t I got some tips and tricks for you. Like a breeding cheat sheet, your best approach from the start and some how to’s and work arounds.
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From the Beginning

When you first start you come into town and your friends and family are so glad that your back and doing the same thing you did before, growing weed! Except this time it’s legal!

You have a basic set up, two strains of cannabis Afghani first and Skunk soon after. A grow room, a warehouse for your buds and a shed for other things like supplies such as lights, paint, and all sorts of things your going to need to upgrade and build your Hempire.

The Priorities/Tips and Tricks

Aside from of course completing your quest which all entail selling and growing weed. The number one problem your going to face is storage so listen up:

If your warehouse is full don’t trash anything just go breed in the lab, sell to weed on wheels, visit grandmas, the bakery, or somewhere to use the resources until you open your dispensary.
When the shed it full build something and/or buy new property.
Upgrade your warehouse and shed as often as possible. To upgrade you need specific items. Say you need a watering can for example. When you hold your finger over the item you need, it will tell you where to find it. Like watering cans can be found in garbage bins. While you get jars from completing deals with the Duke of Herb. Licenses to operate or renovate you get from the Mayors Aide and so on.
Upgrade grandmas house asap. She’s your cannabutter (which you make with Afghani buds), marshmellow (with Northern lights that you create by breeding Afghani and Skunk together), cannaflour (with Skunk) and once you hit level 21 chocolate (Northern lights and Afghani) connect. And since you need bud to produce all these treats she a great option for when your warehouse is full. Just give her the bud and put her to work.
Open the bakery. Here you’ll need grandmas butter and some Skunk for cookies. Her canna flour and Chemdawg (which you create by breeding Northern Lights and Skunk together) for dank donuts and Afghani and flour for pot pies. Then at level 22 her chocolate and Hindu Kush (a cross between Northern lights and Chemdawg) for brownies. And tjis bakery is just another great way to free up space in your warehouse.
And the best way to get rid of extra product aside from selling to customers or weed on wheels is when you open the dispensary.
Next you need to build the oil factory. Here’s where you’ll make kief and at level 25 cannabis oil.
Build that Cannabis Factory which you can’t build until you reach level 18. And here is where you’ll get to make hash and wax.

What you don’t want to do it waste all your diamonds to speed things up. Just be patient. The second challenge is breeding:

Breeding Cheat Sheet:

Afghani + Skunk No 1 = Northern Lights
Northern Lights + Chemdawg = Hindu Kush
Northern Lights + Skunk No 1 = Chemdawg
Hindu Kush + Chemdawg = Sour Diesel
Hindu Kush + Sour Diesel = Haze
Haze + Sour Diesel = G13 Haze
G13 Haze + Chemdawg = Jack Herer

Breeding isn’t all about creating new strains either. You need to breed to strengthen your strains. When is comes to increasing your strains potency, aroma and pain relieve you need to understand that you only strengthen the mother with a strong father.

In Conclusion

The game is fun and very addictive. It’s a great way to feel what it’s like to live in a legal state. You see what I’ve been saying, that there are still rules to this, legal or not because your going to have several police encounters as you play. And you learn about the medicinal purposes of each strain too. Such as patients turn to Afghani , the potent indica to treat insomnia, pain and stress. While Sour Diesel is a sativa used to fade away depression to long-lasting relief. Some really interesting stuff in this game and it’s great to play at the beach, at home and even while enjoying some weed yourself too!

Tell me what you think about Hempire in the comments below and if you’re looking for me in the community cafe my screen name is Smokette ! Bet you guys could of figured that out huh?

July 2, 2018July 2, 2018

Weed and Popcorn

It’s July! And even though I haven’t been in school for years now, summer still makes me think of summer vacation. Aside from going out and enjoying the nice weather, which I highly recommend. It’s also fun to stay out of the heat, chill, smoke and stay up late binge watching TV! Here are my top shows, movies and munchies for these long summer nights:
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Cartoons

First things first, cartoons are the best! Right? And no I’m not talking about kiddie cartoons, even though I will still totally sit there and watch Scooby Doo any day. But I’m actually talking about these funny, stoner inuendo filled adult swim type cartoons. Far, far, far away from Beavis and Butthead, being actually smart cartoons. That just happen to be better while smoking on some ganja. Number 1 being:

American Dad :

Where everyone from the hard core Republican CIA dad Stan:

To Mom, Francine, homemaker de jour:

Daughter/activist Hailey and their pet alien Rodger:

Can all relate to having some heavy smoke sessions and the enviable pothead munchies.

I can literally watch this cartoon a billion times and never get tried of it and with that said on to the TV show you’ll never get tired of…

TV Shows

When there’s not a thing to do but hang out down the street and talk with your besties. You better be watching:

That 70s Show

Because people get so high in this 70s based world with daily smoking circles:

That even the infamous Tommy Chong tries to light candy canes for Christmas:

And in the midst of love triangles, high school prank wars and awkward growing pains your sure to laugh your ass off:

They say laughter is good for the soul. Which leads me to a teddy bear that actually came to life..

Movies

And he’s not just a living, breathing teddy bear. But he uses those lungs for the best thing possible, bong rips!

Ted

Which first came out in 2012, where co-star Mark Wahlberg, living the dream with his pot smoking teddy bear has to make some big choices. Followed by the sequel Ted 2 which came out short after in 2015 where Ted and his lawyers have to fight the system to legalize Ted as a real person. Kinda like how we’re all fighting to legalize cannabis.

These two movies need to be on every stoners must watch list!

Munchies

And finally while your sitting there binge watching this great line up of my top 3 stoner TV guide for July you’ll most definitely enjoy them better with my own creation Canna Lovers popcorn.

The worlds easiest edible to make. Salty, buttery deliciousness that is the perfect pairing, being cannabis infused, for a long night and long smoke sessions. Full directions available here: Canna Lovers Popcorn.

I hope you enjoyed this article and if you disagree with any of my top 3 stoner TV guide for July or think I left an important one out let me know in the comments below!

As always stay lit and I hope your enjoying your summer!

June 7, 2018June 6, 2018

For the Love of Weed

Whether it’s poolside, camped out by an exotic new beach in the Caribbean, or just grilling outside my own house I will be representin’ this summer and so should you! The more we rep our cannabis activist, supporter, user, and lover brand the more we normalize marijuana and the better our chance for legalization! Yes, we are telling on ourselves a bit, but who cares? It’s just weed.

Here are some my favorite weed lover accessories this year:
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Cannabis Leaf Float

Nothing says Free the Leaf more than an actual weed leaf floating in the pool. Just love this float so much actually! Last year, I was chasing my giant swan float up and down the beach all day. That mofo just doesn’t understand the “sit” command. And getting on…forget about it. I swallowed way to much water falling off of that swan. But this year I’ll be sitting pretty in my marijuana leaf doughnut/tire style float. My favorite cause all you have to do it stick your butt in and you’re good to go. I picked up mine from Urban Outfitters for $50 bucks. (only available online)

Another less expense option on the floats that I saw while searching was this one in the link for under $30 with free shipping at Amazon. But since it’s more of a raft I don’t really like it, can already see myself sliding off but to each his own and maybe it’s perfect for you.

Cannabis Leaf Nail Charms and Chokers

Much less out there than the in your face float, these nails charms still scream, “I’m a stoner.” And totally reps our cannabis activist goals! The chokers are super sexy too:

All from Bong Beauties. Where you can also find a ton of really cute apparel like weed leaf leggings, body suits and t-shirts. I know for a fact everybody loves it when I rock my nail charms on the gram but no apparel real compares to these..

Kush Aviators

From Spencers and at $12.99 I can’t think of a better way to catch some rays this summer. Well except for grilling out with a:

Marijuana Leaf Apron

Cause it’s not really a BBQ if there’s no weed right? So instead of rocking some food, fake abs or a dumb ass quote such as, “May the Fork be with You,” on your apron. Let’s grill and tell em’ what we’re really on. Which is relaxing with Mary Jane and grilling out in preparation for the munchies to come. Highly (literally) recommend you order this from Amazon sooner than later because it’s an import so it takes a few weeks to deliver.

There are truly so many cute and fun ways to be representin’ if I missed any good ones let me know in the comments below. Hope you all have a litty summer and don’t forget to subscribe , follow and retweet so you and your stoner fam stay up to date on all my shenanigans.

May 14, 2018May 10, 2018

Free your Mind One Puff at a Time

Do you ever notice the littlest things when your high? Yesterday I saw my first butterfly of the year and if I wasn’t smoking I probably wouldn’t have seen it. It was sitting on the building next door and was of similar color. It got me thinking, what do butterflies do all day? You know besides fly and sit on things…I don’t know but I do know it’s very relaxing to smoke and watch the world around us. With the weather being nice now and summer coming soon I invite you to get outside and free your mind one puff at a time.

As for where, when and how? I’ve got a few suggestions :
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Hiking

And when I say hiking I do mean walking around and smoking a lot of weed in the woods. When hiking however one must come prepared. Have all your blunts or joints pre-rolled before you get there. Or at least before you get out the car because it can be windy and there is no greater cannabis crime than losing your weed. Bring snacks, sandwiches, water and bug spray. You don’t want to be 2 hours away from civilization with no food when the munchies kick in. And you didn’t hear it here but get off the trails. I know, I know, they say you can’t, your not suppose to…blah blah blahh…get off the trails, just watch out for poison ivy. One of my favorite kick it spots involves jumping a fence hiking about a mile in from there to the top of this waterfall. And when I sit there and smoke with the sound of the water, the view that makes you feel like your on top of the world…that’s when you realize that it’s these little moments that we live for.

Jet Ski/Kayak/Boating

Water is just one of those things I love and combining it with my other love, Mary Jane, well that’s the best! Here’s the trick to this. In a boat or jet ski you’ll have a water tight stash spot somewhere by the steering wheel/handle usually.

In a kayak you won’t but either way I highly recommend putting your pre-rolled blunts/joints in a ziplock baggie. Then if you have the stash, put it in there too and if not just secure it in a pocket or in my case the inside lining of my bikini top. You don’t want your weed to get wet. Then get out there. Make some waves, circle around and hit those same waves you made. Trust me it is so fun! Then cut the engine. Just sit out there like a buoy and spark up. Your probably thinking why not just smoke on the beach? Well I’m not saying don’t do that too. But try this out, I’m not sure why but when you smoke on the water and you are swaying with the waves it feels like you’re on air.

Drive-In

There aren’t many left out there but they are out there. There is only one in my area. To find one in your area check out this directory where you can search by state: Drive in Movies.

So picture it. You and your significant other sitting in the car in the dark. The windows are tinted and you have some dank ass herb while watching a horror or two? What do you thinks gonna happen?

Truly it feels like you’re in a movie watching a movie hot boxing to the max. You can go in your PJ’s if you want. They sell the munchies right there or you can bring your own. I’m not sure if all drive-ins do it but mines shows two movies. It’s a private setting for the most part. They are always located in very dark areas so you can see the stars on the screen and in the sky. And maybe you get a little lucky too (if you know what I mean).

And last but not least…

Camping

There is no better why to connect with nature than going out to the middle of no where, lighting a campfire and smoking some ganja. Being off the grind, with no cell service, no neighbors, nothing except nature and all of it’s beauty is a perfect setting to inhale nature’s medicine, clear your mind and free your soul.

May 9, 2018May 8, 2018

Lead by Example: Healthy Smoking Habits for the Kids

The question isn’t will my kids smoke weed, it’s when and how? Because we all know it’s inevitable. My hope however is that the new generation strictly vapes. Because vaping is healthier. And we want the best for our kids don’t we?

April 5, 2018April 5, 2018

There’s Something About Mary in the Limelight

Is it how she makes you smile, her intoxicating scent or just how you feel when your together? What is it about Mary Jane? I swear I’m in love with her and as her popularity grows so is everyone else too!

I don’t live in a recreational state yet. But things are changing and it’s mind blowing how fast it’s actually moving. How more and more people are giving Mary the thumbs up! Even my Dad, who believes a frying egg is your brain on pot, voted yes for recreational marijuana in our primary a few weeks ago. In fact, he was the one who told me about the vote in the first place. “You better go vote,” he said. Of coarse I did and spread the word. I was even sending mass text messages the day of as a reminder:

Vote Yes 4 Weed!

Everybody pretty much said in their own words, “I got you! ” or “Most def.” Actually, I’m pretty sure more people voted yes on marijuana than actually voted for a governor. And it came as so surprise that the candidates that will be moving on through the election also support the legalization of marijuana. Which is so awesome!

It’s not exactly where we need to be yet. For example, on the day of the election the thought of standing outside the polling place for a few hours with signs and stickers did cross my mind. But then the thought of being harassed by the police and definitely searched.. and that the polling place was a school…then me with my track record.. It just wasn’t worth the risk. But progress is progress and the vote passed with a YES!

Sooner or later we’ll get out of the nose bleed section:

Truth is, I like the nose bleed seats better because up there you can get away with things, like smoking a blunt. But once we go recreational I’m thinking I’ll be vaping right behind home base.

Don’t do what I do, they say I’m a bad influence and all, but already in the grocery store when that shopping cart road rage kicks in…I’ll sneak puff or two of my cannabis oil cartridge..lol! And man does it really chill me out! To the point where ramming the dumb ass who’s blocking the entire aisle while in la la land with absolutely no manners or concern for the rest of the world, doesn’t seem important anymore. That says a lot right there. Even though never have I actually rammed anyone with a shopping cart, well not on purpose anyway. To chill, hit a vape and remove the thought is a blessing. If we all just passed blunts (or vape pens) it’s possible we’d find world peace. No, I’m not running for Miss America, but maybe world peace can be a reality? And if is, trust me, it’ll all be thanks to Mary Jane!

Want to hear a crazy fact? Even evolution has naturally selected her to be our soul mate. For real, all creatures, except bugs, have an endocannabinoid system housed in their body. (That’s why I could get my dogs high.)

This system was first seen in sea squirts 600 million years ago. The endocannabinoid system uses the cannabinoids in cannabis to give us that good high feeling, but the cultivation and preservation of the endocannabinoid system by the evolutionary process has nothing to do with weed. Evolution has selected the endocannabinoid system on it’s own. Which means cannabis must make living here on earth easier. Since that’s why life cultivates and retains all mutations. And it just so happens life has chosen weed! Which makes a lot of sense because there’s just something about Mary and she’s sparkling in the limelight right now!

March 20, 2018March 24, 2018

420 007 Style

Spring has sprung and 4/20 is right around the corner which means we’re going to start smoking outside, beach side, poolside and of coarse at all those rocking summer fests and concerts. Weed is legal in a lot of places now too! But we can still get into some trouble if caught smoking it in public so it’s time to go into stealth mode! Here are some of the sneakiest, most unidentifiable pipes and stashes on the market:
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The Danklet

My new favorite toy! Picked this one up at The Daily High Club. Looks like just an anklet, a must have at the beach for style purposes alone. But as your laying there catching some rays, listening to the sound of the waves crashing along the shore this little beauty can provide you with a smooth rip of our favorite girl, Mary, and no one would be the wiser. The metal part is the bowl. When wearing it, it can serve as a stash too. And you just roll the last bead back to find the mouth peace as seen here:

The danklet comes in 3 colors; red, white and black. It is hand-made from premium materials and for $8.99 it’s a steal! While your still at The Daily High Club you can also go pick yourself up a ….

Lighter Pick

With a built in odor and waterproof protective stash capable of holding 1/4 ounce of herb. It has a 2 inch retractable pick to clear out the one hitter that’s included. And on the bottom you can fit a mini bic lighter (not included)! It comes in green, black, pink, silver, blue or orange. The best part, it fits in your pocket! For me it’s a perfect all in one tool for an incognito sesh! Pick it up with the danklet at the club or directly from the source: Lighter Pick. The price ends up being about same so it’s really up to you where you’d like to buy it.

Lollipop Pipe

Also at The Daily High Club. This is just the cutest and makes me think of my grandfather who always told me to smoke all the weed so they have no evidence to used against you. Well this takes it one step further. I can’t say I’ve tried it yet, but I fully intend to. It’s a fully functional pipe that you can eat when your done with it. Talk about leaving no evidence, pretty cool!

Hi-Liter Pipe

This ones not great for smoking on the down low but it is great at hiding in plain sight. Throw it in your car, purse, where ever. It’s got a great chance at not being detected as anything more than a simple highlighter. You can pick one up at The Pirate Girl Smoke Boutique and while you there grab yourself a lipstick pipe too:

Lipstick Pipe

Smoking this 2 inch discreet metal pipe can look like your simply reapplying some lipstick with the mouth piece being on the right end! They also have these at Smoke Day along with a bunch of other really nice pipes you might like checking out.

Eleaf Mini iStick

Love this one because it’s tiny. As you can see it fits in the palm of my hand. Really these cannabis oil cartridges have become a real stealth favorite for me. I have been at the grocery store shopping, secretly hitting my vape and no one has noticed. Eleaf has different models too that can completely hide the cartridge so you can’t see it like you can here. And you also have what I like to call deniability. “It’s an e-cigarette officer.”

For more tips on dealing with the cops check out one my favorite articles that I wrote back in June 2017, “ DashCam and Waze to Avoid Legal Ramifications.” I hope everyone goes out and enjoys the good weather this spring and summer to come. Smoke a lot of weed on 4/20, stay safe and as always stay lit!

March 2, 2018March 22, 2018

Weed and Yoga

Yoga for me is about healing.

I was first introduced to yoga back in 2006. I was in a bad car accident and my chiropractor told me the pain was never going to go away unless I strengthen my back, and he recommended yoga to do so. And so I did and it did work! It was a negative turned into a positive. I didn’t go into my first class a happy camper but I still go to class because I love it.

Yoga teaches you so much about yourself and how your body and breath are connected. It heals your body and mind. Similarly but also in a completely different way from Mary Jane. You have to do a lot more work when it comes to yoga. But when I’m “moody,” it probably means I’ve been away from my mat for too long or am in need of a blunt. Which is why it comes as no surprise that people are combining the two. I have for years (secretly of coarse) but then again I do almost everything a little stoned, you know…

Now weed and yoga is a trending topic. Lots of states are going recreational and me and hopefully you have our fingers crossed that in the near future the entire country will follow in suit. Regardless, right now in Venice, California you can go have a yoga sesh at a Lit Yoga class where you begin class with a tea and cannabis ritual. In Aspen Canyon Ranch, Colorado you can go on a Ganja Yoga retreat. It’s such an exciting time to be alive!

With all that said here are my: Tips when it comes to Weed and Yoga.

First, you must try it! It can even be your 1st class ever. Just make sure the class you pick matches your beginner-intermediate-advanced skill set. Because trust me, yoga is hard. And you will fall but that’s all part of the practice.
The strain you smoke should be sativa instead of an indica. You want to stay active. It’s called a yoga flow because you never stop moving, making a sativa strain best because it doesn’t cause that couch-lock effect that an indica strain will give you, leaving you feeling too stoned for yoga.
As for the class, sun salutations work great. And kind of make a lot of sense because who better to salute during a cannabis yoga class than the sun that helps the plants grow. Hmm.. maybe something to mediate on. Personally, Vinyasa is what I’m all about. Here’s one of my favorite flows that I wake and bake to often with Heather (check out her blog Dashworthy and show her some love too while your at):
Finally, your mind state. Yoga is all about connecting the mind and body so take it seriously. Come into it with an open mind, feel the effects of the cannabis flow through your blood stream with every breath. Respect, enjoy and embrace the experience.

Namaste.

February 14, 2018March 22, 2018

Damian Marley’s True Poetic Justice

Damian Marley knows how to send a message of true poetic justice. So many of us have been criminalized and prosecuted for cannabis possession, sale and “manufacturing” and some have even served time. Time because nature is being called illegal. And we know when that happens justice does not exist. But here’s a message from the youngest of Bob Marleys son’s :
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February 1, 2018March 24, 2018

Stoners Guide to Valentines Day

Flowers, Chocolates, and Love are essentially the Valentine’s Day classics and with it just around the corner let me “ganga-fy” this holiday for you all:
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Flowers-Give her the Flowers she REALLY Wants:

Cannabis has got to be the sexiest flower and there are actually some strains that are known to improve your sex life. For example, Girl Scout Cookies has a mood-boosting high that is known to cause arousal. So if your on your fifth date with someone, looking to cook them a romantic candle lit dinner and have a great deep conversation. This strain will transport you somewhere hot and exotic. The perfect combination to take things to the next level, if you know what I mean. (5 Cannabis Strains For 5 Specific Types of Sex)

And how you wrap those flowers can be very important too! If your in the LA area I highly recommend stopping by the Hitman Coffee Shop, 659 South La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90036 and grab your Valentine a heart shaped blunt by the infamous Weavers.

The Hitman Coffee Shop will also be having a popup shop Feb 10-15th featuring artistic blunts, pendents, paintings, pipes and more. Maybe something to do on Valentine’s day or at least a great stop to pick up that heart blunt!

Chocolate-Cannabis Infused Chocolate Covered Strawberries (or bananas work too):

There’s not a girl in this world who doesn’t appreciate a man who cooks! And lucky for those who don’t cook, to make infused chocolate covered strawberries isn’t rocket science.

First things first, you need to make some cannabis coconut oil. I recommend 1 cup coconut oil to 1 cup cannabis but you can add more cannabis to make it stronger or less for a lesser effect. Whatever you choose this is how to make it : (Directions complements of Leafly)

Infused Oil Directions: (It’s like making cannabutter but with coconut oil)
1. Grind the cannabis. You can include the entire plant, just the flower, a little bit of both — this is all a matter of preference. Just keep in mind that anything small enough to fit through the strainer will end up in your finished product, so again, do not grind your cannabis to a fine powder.
2. Combine coconut oil and cannabis in your double-boiler or slow cooker, and heat the two together on low or warm for a few hours. This allows for decarboxylation (activation of THC) without scorching (which destroys the active ingredients). Cooking can be done a variety of ways: in a slow cooker on low for 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally; in a double-boiler on low for at least 6 hours (8 is better), stirring occasionally; or in a simple saucepan on low for at least three hours, stirring frequently (a saucepan is most susceptible to scorching). In all cases, a small amount of water can be added to the mixture to help avoid burning. Note: whatever method you choose, temperature of the oil should not exceed 245°F.
3. Strain and store the oil. Do not squeeze the cheesecloth; this will simply add more chlorophyll to your oil. All remaining plant material can be discarded or used in other dishes if you have the wherewithal. The oil’s shelf life is at least two months, and can be extended with refrigeration.
On a side note here, once you have your oil you can use it for so many things. Even a lubricant in the bedroom, seriously!

Chocolate Covered Strawberries Directions:

But now back to the strawberries. The oil is the most time consuming part of this recipe. Once you have your infused coconut oil all you need is some chocolate chips and some some strawberries.

2 Steps left:

1. Melt your chocolate chips and infused oil together. You can do stove top or microwave (I think stove top is better, but to each his own). Once melted let it sit til it reaches room temp.

2. Dip the strawberries (or sliced bananas, I actually like those better) into the melted chocolate. And stick them in the frig.

Alternative Option:

You can go even simpler and make some Canna Lovers Popcorn to munch on for the “Nexflix and Chill” style date!

Love-Setting the Mood :

Finally the love. Just by remembering the day I’d say you pretty much got the love covered! What to do on the day, where’s it all going to go down?…well damn there are so many options. The classic dinner and a movie is always great ( just don’t go see the new fifty shades of grey, it sucks, they all suck) Laying outside looking up at the stars, classic romantic make out point stuff. Renting a hotel room, staying home?? It’s up to you. Like I said doing anything your pretty much good.

But if your trying to go above and beyond when you do end up back indoors eventually, light up a terp infused candle. As I explained in my last post Entourage in Full Effect these candles magnify the therapeutic benefits of the cannabis, in other words they get you higher! And who doesn’t wanna do that?

If you do a hotel or stay home, nothings sexier than a bubble bath for two and if you just happen to have yourself a CBD bath bomb that bubble bath can be oh so much better! With some intense relaxation that just melts all stress away.

By now I’m sure we are getting the picture here? Infused strawberries (maybe with some champagne), Terpene infused candle lit CBD bubble baths, heart shaped blunts containing a strain known for arousal?? Yeah, your getting it. Do one of them, do them all, just do something, even if it’s nothing on my stoner guide. That’s all a girl really wants. And if your single? This advice is still good. There’s way more room in the bathtub when your alone and sharing is something I’ve never been good at anyway, so why do you have to be? Spoil yourself!

Hope this post helps and you have yourselves a highly successful Valentines Day! ( Feb 14th)