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Blazing Trees in a Fig Tree at Balboa Park

October 1, 2019
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Honey, I Shrunk Myself Smoking at Balboa Park

Do you ever think about how small humans are in the scheme of things? The observable universe is estimated to contain 200 billion to 2 trillion galaxies. Heck, even fig trees like this can live up to 200 years. Needless to say, while blazing up at Balboa Park, my existence on Earth feels like a microcosm.

During my last trip to San Diego, I reconnected with Arielle Levy, one of my favorite fashion and beauty photographers. I’ve wanted to shoot at Balboa Park for awhile, especially since I knew it entailed a majestic cactus garden. However, once I saw this gargantuan fig tree, knew it Balboa Park is one of San Diego’s must-shot locations.

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Girls Who Smoke Weed  /  Hiking  /  Travel
Getting Baked Through Banff

September 26, 2019
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From Kelowna to Calgary, We Got Baked Through Banff

It seems like just yesterday, Melissa and I made our way across Canada in an epic road trip. I’d just wrapped a shoot at Vitalis Extraction Technology. We couldn’t wait to see the big mountains and blue waters of Banff.

We started our road trip with a surprise car rental. By surprise, I mean they charge you a $300 fee to drop the car off in another province. Apparently it doesn’t matter if the car needs to be returned to Calgary. They’ll charge you anyway. Alas, with no other option, we kicked off our Banff adventure.

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Why I’m a Loud, Proud, Libertarian

July 30, 2019
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Ditch the two party paradigm and vote Libertarian

Tonight marks the second Democratic presidential debate. While most Americans gear up for 2020 by fighting over the two-party establishment, I can’t. I believe our country needs a third party, one that promotes liberty, limited government and bodily autonomy. That’s why I am a loud, proud, pot smoking, freedom loving Libertarian.

After college, I spent a year in socialist China and it changed my life. Living overseas woke me up to issues like the US national debt, government spying and suppression of free speech. China represented a turning point in my life, and it’s why I’m so vocal about politics today.

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Vitalis: A Leader in Responsible Extraction Manufacturing

July 25, 2019
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My visit to Vitalis, a Leader in Responsible Extraction Manufacturing

Sure we all think about what’s in our extracts. But do you ever think about the technology used to make them? I recently visited Vitalis Extraction Technology, to learn more about this leader in responsible extraction manufacturing.

Vitalis produces more than extraction technology. They manufacture the most sophisticated Supercritical CO2 extraction system in the world. So what does that mean?

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Celebrate 710 with Pearl Extracts

July 10, 2019
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Stop and Smell the Terpenes with Pearl Extracts

Not all extracts are created equal. Some contain cannabis terpenes, others use plant derived. Some extracts are Clean Green Certified, while others, well… They just aren’t. It’s why with all the extracts on the market, I know I can trust Pearl Extracts.

Pearl Extracts is one of the first processors I worked with upon entering the i502 industry. They ran material for Western Cultured, before transitioning their focus to sungrown cannabis. Fast forward four years, and I feel blessed to call them one of my clients.

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Mary Jane Swim’s Summer ’19 Cannabis Swimwear

July 8, 2019
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Diving in to Summer with my Favorite Cannabis Swimwear

It’s no secret I love swimwear. One-pieces, bikinis, solids or prints — if it’s swimwear, I’ll take it. Last fall I shared a new cannabis swimwear line called Mary Jane Swim. I instantly fell in love with their long-sleeve one-piece, so couldn’t wait to share their new 2019 line.

What stands out most this season is Mary Jane Swim now makes more than cannabis swimwear. Co-founders Stacey and Diane have expanded to include their cannabis prints on leggings and workout bags. Don’t ask how (ok, it was 85 degrees and we smoked a few joints) but we forgot to photograph the leggings I hiked here in. Alas, they’ve got the same cute swimwear prints now on leggings.

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BRNT Designs

June 15, 2019
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What better way to kick off the weekend than a wake and bake with BRNT Designs? From the Hexagon ceramic water pipe to the Ascend concrete rolling tray, these products seamlessly fit into my mid-century home decor. It’s just one of many reasons I love their products.

The concept for BRNT Designs sparked in 2017. Founder Simon Grigenas found himself dissatisfied with fragile and stigma-loaded accessories on the Canadian cannabis market. BRNT grew out of a single crowdfunded campaign, and surpassed their original fundraising goal of $20,000 within a month.

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Lifestyle  /  Travel
San Diego Bud and Breakfast

June 13, 2019
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No need to hide your cannabis consumption at this cannabis friendly BNB. La Casita Bonita has your San Diego bud and breakfast covered. Hosts Nikki and Alec will even provide the glass. If you’ve ever wanted to stay at a super cute cannabis friendly BNB, you’ll want to keep reading.

The house is situated on a hill, overlooking a beautiful natural valley. Sunsets are unreal. The front door is the original stained glass and you’re greeted by a big, bright living room. They say the house is influenced by Escondido’s Latino history and culture, mixed with other cultures influenced by their travels.

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Puffing Around the PNW with Panoptic Cannabis

May 24, 2019
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Panoptic, an adjective, means “showing or seeing the whole at one view.” Panoptic Cannabis is just that, cannabis for taking in the views.

If you’re like me, and you love to see the Pacific Northwest, Panoptic Cannabis is a must. Whether you’re looking for a mountain view or just a cabin in the woods, they’ve got a strain for every adventure.

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Balboa Park’s Old Cactus Garden

May 17, 2019
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If I could have any garden, besides a cannabis garden, I would want a huge cactus garden! Barbary figs, prickly pears and hedgehog cacti are just a few favorites I’d include in mine. It’s why I couldn’t wait to shoot at Balboa Park’s Old Cactus Garden.

Needless to say, the Old Cactus Garden is goals. From a giant ceres jamacaru to blue myrtle cacti, I couldn’t get enough of the desert vibe. It made me wish I could grow prickly plants like this outdoors in the PNW.

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    Gearing up for 4/20 with a little help from @gpen! Gearing up for 4/20 with a little help from @gpen! Fun #throwback story: when I lived in Los Angeles, I met the founder of G Pen through the social circle I ran with. At the time I didn’t work in weed, or know much about cannabis beyond I liked to smoke it. So fast forward a decade and you can imagine my surprise to receive a goodie box from them in the mail.

The Roam is an all-in-one portable water filtered vaporizer. It makes it so easy to dab on-the-go or just lounging around the house. But there’s a bigger lesson here beyond how much I love my new G Pen—it’s to be kind to everyone. The world is a LOT smaller than you think, and even more-so in the cannabis industry. You never know who you’ll connect or cross paths with, and the universe is really good about bringing things full circle.

Now the big question—what’s everyone doing for 4/20 tomorrow!? 🔥🍯💨 #cannabess
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    How much weed I need to pay income #taxes to a gov How much weed I need to pay income #taxes to a government $30 trillion in debt with $130+ trillion in unfunded liabilities.

Did you know in 1895 the #SupremeCourt ruled the income tax unconstitutional? The federal income tax of 1894 was a two percent tax on all income over $4,000 (roughly $90,000 today) and marked America’s first peacetime national income tax. It was promptly challenged on grounds the Constitution requires direct taxes to be levied in proportion to each state’s population. In a 5-4 vote, #SCOTUS ruled the income tax is a direct tax and thus the 1894 law was void.

So how did we get stuck with the income tax anyway? In 1909 politicians passed a resolution to give Congress clear power to enact “taxes on incomes” without apportionment. Four years later, four-fifths of Congress ratified the 16th Amendment (IDK how, maybe they told people they’d get *free* stuff) which granted government the power to tax (cough, steal, cough) your income.

Today people say “taxes are the price we pay to live in a civilized society” while the U.S. government spends billions on the drug war, trillions to bomb the Middle East and wastes money like a drunk frat bro getting bottle service. Moreover, the IRS has a $13 billion annual budget, which speaks volumes about the abhorrent power of government.

If people want to ACTUALLY protest, stop giving government an interest free loan on your income. Refuse withholdings on your paycheck. Maximize deductions and make it as difficult as possible for the government to steal your wages. The income tax is oppressive, un-American and needs to be abolished. Our country was founded on tax rebellion, so sticking it to the tax man (or woman) is your patriotic duty. Have a happy Tax Day! 🍁🥲💸 #cannabess
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    Happy International Women's Day! Today I'm lightin Happy International Women's Day! Today I'm lighting up a fatty for all the amazing ladies in this space.

For the longest time I felt unhappy in cannabis. After multiple failed attempts at #cancelculture coming for my career, I questioned if this is a community I want to be part of. As the pandemic picked up and I started to speak my truth, I realized I wasn't alone.

So today is a big THANK YOU—a thank you to the ladies (and gents) who've made me view this space as a community again, a thank you to the women who acknowledge we are free to disagree, and most importantly, a thank you to the friends who've supported me through thick and thin. I seriously wouldn't be where I'm at without you.

The biggest threat to women in weed isn’t corporate cannabis or white men, it’s the toxic collectivism of cancel culture and female bullying. This plant is meant to unite us, not divide us. So to all my females (and female plants), this one's for you. 🍁🙏🏼❤️
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    Hair raising Monday? Mellow out with @mt.bakergard Hair raising Monday? Mellow out with @mt.bakergardens and remember, with all the turmoil in the world, your problems are probably pretty minuscule in the scheme of things. 🍁🙏🏼✨ #cannabess
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    Yesterday marked my sharing of 1,000 posts on Inst Yesterday marked my sharing of 1,000 posts on Instagram! Ok, it’s probably been a few more than that when you account for flagged and deleted posts. Either way, it’s been quite the journey and led me to reflect on all the amazing grow visits I’ve been fortunate to experience over the last 5+ years. So to celebrate #WeedWednesday I’m sharing a few of my favorites — the photos that started it all, when we didn’t have silly algorithms or battle shadow bans. Ok, lots and LOTS of weed certainly helped. A huge thank you to all the farms who’ve made this journey and so many posts possible. Who are some farms you’d like to see me photograph in my next 1,000 posts!? 🍁🙏🏼📸 #cannabess
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    #ad — I still vividly remember my first time hit #ad — I still vividly remember my first time hitting a VOLCANO in college, so when @storz.bickel reached out to partner on their handheld MIGHTY+ I couldn't wait to try this top shelf dry herb #vaporizer. It heats up in 60 seconds, has dual batteries and if you're busy like me, can supercharge 80% in 40 minutes. I've used dry herb vaporizers in the past and some alter the taste of your product, this device doesn't do that. The MIGHTY+ has a ceramic coated filling chamber and easy-to-use temperature adjustment, for herbs that are a perfect hit. It truly is like a VOLCANO in your pocket, or in this case, on my piano. It'll have you playing "Dank the Halls" at the holiday party this year! 🎹💨 #cannabess
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    Before I worked in weed, I didn't notice a differe Before I worked in weed, I didn't notice a difference between strains. For the most part, they all and smelled the same. However, once I got my start in a grow I began to view pot from a biology POV. Just like lilies, roses or orchids, cannabis grows in many different structures and smells. But when you see buds laid out like my visit to @lazybeegardens, it really highlights the uniqueness of each strain. If you could only pick one, which would it be!? 🍁😍📸 #cannabess
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    This #Thanksgiving I have a LOT to be thankful for This #Thanksgiving I have a LOT to be thankful for: a #career I love, a roof over my head, a solid circle of friends, legal weed to smoke and the BEST parents a girl could ask for. Seriously, I wouldn't be where I'm at today without the love and support of @maryjoabatt and @wilrbyers. Not only do my #parents support what I do, they even help with my creative process. A couple weeks ago I convinced my mom to participate in this @specialkglass shoot styled by @theredclutch, and over the weekend my dad helped inflate 100 balloons, set up lighting and even took creative direction on an upcoming campaign. Sometimes they ask questions about social media, and my mom still can't believe how I pay my bills, but they're here for me every step (bong rip, joint or dab) of the way. I hope everyone has a great holiday surrounded by loved ones, good food and great herb! ❤️🍁💨 #cannabess
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    I could make some joke about "how much weed I need I could make some joke about "how much weed I need to deal with family over the holidays." The reality is, I've got an awesome extended family and can't wait to see everyone. Besides, the judgmental few already excluded us due to our 💉💉💉 status, but they probably couldn't handle discussing how cannabidiol inhibits SARS-CoV-2 replication and promotes the host innate immune response anyway. Talking politics at Thanksgiving — yay or nay? 🍁😜💨 #cannabess
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