Dabbin Dad
High Hopes, Low Returns: Connecticut Higher Collective Goes Up in Smoke
Well, folks, it seems the Connecticut Higher Collective is throwing in the towel. Pack it up, light one last joint, and say goodbye to a couple of locations that couldn’t quite hack it in the CT world of legal weed. The Hartford and Willington locations are shutting their doors, proving that even in a state where cannabis is about as controversial as a Starbucks latte, running … [Read more...] about High Hopes, Low Returns: Connecticut Higher Collective Goes Up in Smoke
What’s Weed Looking Like in CT in 2025? And Where Does the Little Guy Stand?
Welcome to 2025, where Connecticut’s weed scene is a Multi-Million-Dollar Juggernaut. Dispensaries are popping up like Dunkin on a caffeine bender, hawking everything from flower named after obscure fruit to THC gummies that promise to make you one with the universe. And let's not forget the THC-infused seltzers that pair perfectly with your yoga class. It’s all sleek marketing … [Read more...] about What’s Weed Looking Like in CT in 2025? And Where Does the Little Guy Stand?
New Year’s Dab: A Toast to the Chaotic Beauty of Progress
The future. It’s a strange, snarling beast, isn’t it? It’s unpredictable, untamed, and occasionally terrifying, but here’s the truth about that wild animal we’re all riding—it’s a good beast. Oh, sure, it has claws, teeth, and a bad attitude. It drags us kicking and screaming through political circus acts, climate doomsday forecasts, and the endless monotony of work emails. But … [Read more...] about New Year’s Dab: A Toast to the Chaotic Beauty of Progress
Let’s Keep 2025 Weird
The Christmas Eve Escape
Christmas Eve at my Mom's house is a gauntlet. The living room smells like pine, ham, and a faint whiff of Yankee Candle desperation. Every square inch of space is packed with family—Aunt Sara’s screeching laugh, Grandpa yelling over the TV, and a nephew tearing through wrapping paper prematurely like a caffeinated squirrel. I love them all, sure, but there’s only so much a … [Read more...] about The Christmas Eve Escape
KoneZilla coming for Christmas
Are you having trouble rolling or packing cones? Do you just hate rolling or filling cones? This is what many people say over the years; especially for new smokers to the scene. Trust us we understand! This is a dilemma for many consumers. Rollings versus packing, we are aware of the ritualistic journey when it comes to preparation for the moment of consumption. Let’s start … [Read more...] about KoneZilla coming for Christmas
Help and Tips to Manage Holiday Stress
During the Holiday season, you may feel more stressed out than usual,and you will not be alone. The American Psychological Association reports almost nine out of ten people experience stress during the holidays. When we are stressed, we need to be mindful and ensure our own mental and physical well-being. By this, I mean to say we need to ensure we have proper coping … [Read more...] about Help and Tips to Manage Holiday Stress
The Green Beast Invades Central Connecticut: A 70,000-Square-Foot Weed Wonderland
It’s happening, folks. A 70,000-square-foot cannabis cathedral is sprouting up in the quiet town of Newington, Connecticut. The kind of industrial behemoth that screams "Progress!" to some and "The world is ending!" to others. This isn’t just a grow facility—it’s a weed factory, poised to pump out ganja on a scale that’d make Snoop Dogg and Willie Nelson blush.Picture this: … [Read more...] about The Green Beast Invades Central Connecticut: A 70,000-Square-Foot Weed Wonderland
The War on Weed: Clinging to Prohibition in the Age of Legalization
It’s 2024, and while the smell of legal weed drifts freely through much of the U.S., a handful of states are still clinging to prohibition like it’s 1937 and Reefer Madness just hit theaters. This isn’t about medical marijuana laws with a wink and a nod or states that allow CBD oils but shun THC. No, this is about the hardliners—the states where getting caught with a joint can … [Read more...] about The War on Weed: Clinging to Prohibition in the Age of Legalization