The Green Mountain State The door in Connecticut is technically not closed for legalization efforts this session. You can still discuss the topic with your representatives. Unfortunately, however, Connecticut missed the opportunity to become the first state in the United States to legislatively approve recreational use of cannabis. The Green Mountain State acted responsibly … [Read more...] about The Green Mountain State of Vermont
Ramblings
Fighting for Legalization
CT's 5th Annual Marijuana March - Fighting for Legalization in CT This past Saturday, I decided to wake up early to support and spread the truth of cannabis in Hartford. We set up just outside the State Capitol in Bushnell Park to fighting for legalization in CT. The general assembly was in session, trying to figure out the financial budget crisis Connecticut is currently … [Read more...] about Fighting for Legalization
Veteran Walks for Medical Marijuana
Veteran Walks for Medical Marijuana This is an amazing story from our neighbors to the north. Fabian Henry was walking on the side of the road one day in late March when a van pulled up alongside him. A Canadian military veteran on a 750-mile walk to protest cuts to the government’s medical marijuana program, Henry was nearing the end of his day. He had walked more than 10 … [Read more...] about Veteran Walks for Medical Marijuana
Is Drug Testing Effective
Is Drug Testing Effective? Over the weekend, my wife and I decided to venture out of the house for a night out. We were able to have the kids stay at my parents for quality time with grandma and grandpa. Which they loved and we really enjoyed because we were able to sleep in without waking up at sunrise. We went out for a nice dinner and enjoyed some time alone, before … [Read more...] about Is Drug Testing Effective
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words This picture really speaks to me about the issues that Veterans face when they return from combat areas. Having experienced a similar outcome from the Veteran Affairs here in Connecticut, it got me thinking. If I had a dollar for each time I heard this story from a veteran, I could use the money to pay for all me medicine from the … [Read more...] about A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
Parents and Patients
How many parents are medical patients?
I wonder how many Connecticut patients in the medical marijuana program are parents. The false stereotype I was raised to accept would lead you to believe that very few responsible parents would entertain the idea of smoking cannabis. In the beginning of Dabbin Dad, there were a few off-comments that questioned why a parent would be … [Read more...] about Parents and Patients
Legalization Statistics from CO
Support your testimonies with legalization statistics
Tomorrow we continue the process toward cannabis legalization in the State of Connecticut. It is an exciting time as recreational legalization of cannabis spreads across the United States. Can Connecticut be the next state to shed the lies of prohibition? The state Judiciary Committee will hear and read resident … [Read more...] about Legalization Statistics from CO
CT S.B. 11
Have you read S.B. 11?
Good Morning Everyone. This week is a milestone in the Connecticut cannabis legalization process. Are you ready to support S.B. 11? Make sure to give it a read. This proposed bill will grant adults 21 and over the ability to grow 5 plants at a time. It also discusses how recreational cannabis would be implemented by July 2018. Hopefully … [Read more...] about CT S.B. 11
Fighting Anxiety with CBD
Fighting Anxiety with CBD
Recently, I woke up to a mad house. My lovely children woke up early and instantly started fighting each other. While this is a normal occurrence when raising children, for some reason at this moment, the yelling, screaming and crying was more than I was ready to handle. I walked downstairs to make some coffee and adjust to yet another day. I’m … [Read more...] about Fighting Anxiety with CBD
No One Said Life is Easy
No One Said Life is Easy
Life sometimes can be complicated and hard to manage. In order to be successful and to be true to oneself requires balance. To understand what is important to you and keeping a clear focus can be challenging for some. However, awareness is critical for self-growth and it is the desire to work through everyday issues that makes us all better. The … [Read more...] about No One Said Life is Easy
