Tauradene ~ Train Wreck Concentrate/ Wax Review ~ Sativa

I'm excited today. Tauradene by Connecticut Pharmaceuticals ( a SATIVA HEAVY HYBRID ) was the first strain I tried when I got my card. I have been looking forward to getting it again ever since. The tauradene put me in such a good mood I sang all the way home.  Today I am trying the Wax for the first time. The process used to smoke wax is called dabbing. There are extensive dab rigs you can buy made of glass but I prefer a wax pen it's cleaner, easier and less in your face.  Also, I am allergic to glass : meaning I BREAK THINGS....lol

Happy Friday DO NOT DISTURB.....

I will be using  Dr. Dabber Ghost Pen that I got online.  I like this wax pen but don't love it. You can't see the hit through the black enclosed wax chamber which I like to be able to do. It heats up nicely and does the job well. I loaded a grain of rice sized dab across the heating element and am gonna get medicated. I am new to concentrates and dabbing but from what I understand a little goes a long way.

I find the dabbing process and the wax messy but efficient. I am hoping that with practice my techniques will get better.

The trainwreck is perfect for me as it helps my attention problems as well as giving me enough energy to keep doing what I'm doing. This strain also takes away my neck and shoulder pain which are usually a constant.




"Trainwreck is a mind-bending hybrid with potent sativa effects that hit like a freight train. Mexican and Thai sativas were bred with Afghani indicas to produce this Northern California staple, passing on a sweet lemon and spicy pine aroma. Trainwreck begins its speedy hurtle through the mind with a surge of euphoria, awakening creativity and happiness. Migraines, pain, and arthritis are mowed down by Trainwreck’s high THC content, and many patients also use it for relief of anxiety, ADD/ADHD, and PTSD. ." ~ Leafly.com

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Intro to Vaporizers ..

This is the most comprehensive guide I could find. This is where I learned about the benefits of vaping and how I finally quit smoking papers and blunt wraps ;)

Click following link          :what-is-a-vaporizer...intro to Vaping 

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Almond Butter /Canna~CoCo Fudge

 

Almonds

Almonds are filled with monounsaturated fats that reduce risk of heart disease. Almonds
also lower bad cholesterol within two weeks of regular consumption (together with a healthy
diet). Almonds also contain magnesium, which helps relax veins and arteries allowing blood,
 oxygen and nutrients to flow smoothly.
Almonds also decrease after-meal rises in blood sugar, and provide antioxidants to clear out free radicals. When eating high-sugar foods, eating an ounce of almonds (during or after) lowers the amount of absorbed sugar which is what decreases the after-meal sugar rise.  
Almonds help you lose weight! Studies have shown that almond-enriched diets  have greater reductions in weight, waistlines, body fat, total body water, and systolic blood pressure. Almonds also lower your risk of weight gain! One study showed participants eating nuts at least two times per week were 31% less likely to gain weight than participants who ate nuts less often. 

Coconut Oil

Like almonds, coconut oil helps boost your metabolism resulting in regulated weight. Coconut oil contains fats that are easy for our body to digest, meaning that it gives an almost immediate boost of energy and endurance. This increased energy speeds up your metabolic rate. The faster your metabolism is, the more fat you can burn off. You need the good fats to burn the bad ones.
Coconut oil also aids your immune system and helps to prevent cancer, diabetes, liver disease, and more!
Another study found that antioxidants in virgin coconut oil were effective in reducing inflammation in arthritis.  The good fats in coconut oil were also found to protect against damage to the colon that is caused by inflammatory diseases of the digestive tract.

SOURCE: Healthy Living Magazine

                                 

Ingredients

• 1 cup natural, creamy almond butter
• ¼ cup organic canna~coconut oil, melted  (see recipe)
• ¼ tsp natural vanilla extract
• pinch sea salt

Method

1. Combine all ingredients in mixing bowl until smooth
2. Line a square cake pan with parchment paper
3. Spread mixture evenly in pan and freeze for several hours (until almost solid)
4. Remove from pan and cut into squares
5. Transfer squares to plastic bag or airtight container
6. Store in freezer

Enjoy!

Sources:

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=20

Curaleaf Sapphire (Hybrid) Cherry Thunder Fuck REVIEW ~ Flower/Bud

Today Strain Review ..Curaleaf Sapphire T22%..strain name: Cherry Thunder Fuck. Hybrid
.cross between ..Cherry Bomb (Hybrid Sativa) X Alaskan Thunder Fuck (Sativa)

Used flower/bud in vaporizer as method for this review.

This is a Sativa heavy hybrid that lives up to it's name. It gave me an immediate sensation of warmth and energy. For me it's highly energetic and I was able to power through a number of projects without needing to re-medicate.  I have a propensity toward anxiety and thought this might highlight that but it didn't.  I feel refreshed and don't have that heavy eyelid feeling you can get with some strains. It smells delicious right from the beginning.. cherry notes with an almost caramel smell that will make you very happy. Uplifting and mood enhancing.. not a sleepy strain for me. Very creative strain for me seems like this one turned on my thinking cap, in a good way.

 

according to Leafly.com Strain Highlights

Cherry Bomb is a popular marijuana strain thanks to its reputation as a great hybrid that provides mild to moderate effects that are appropriate for daytime consumption. Their bright green flowers do take off fast, giving many consumers that telltale pressure behind the eyes that's usually an indicator of a strong sativa buzz to come. The immediate effects are active and mentally alert, but can border on antsy for some. This feeling tends to smooth into a more focused state that allows for normal activities and may even help you tackle that to-do list or next creative project. The genetics of this strain are dependent on which version you get, but a popular variant is a cross between a California indica (most likely with some Skunk lineage) and a Hawaiian sativa that was created by breeders at Barney’s Farms. Cherry Bomb’s flowers will have a musky, berry aroma and a mild but similar flavor.

  Alaskan Thunder Fuck is a strong sativa that will have you feeling the effects soon after exhale.  Can also be known as Matanuska Thunder Fuck because it originates from the Matanuska Valley in Alaska..

canna honey recipe

     

 

There are a variety of Cannahoney recipes that call for anywhere from 1 ounce to 3 ounces of cannabis per 5 pounds of honey. The potency of the recipes on this site depends on the concentration of cannabis in your essential ingredient. The amount of cannabis in the recipe below is just a suggestion and can be modified according to your personal dosage. This is way too much for me to make. I divide the recipe by 4.  also, I like an indica strain to use because I drink most of my tea at night and indicas for me are better for relaxation and sleep.
 

Time Required: 6 to 24 hours

 

*****Yields 80 to 100 Servings***

to reduce use 1/4 oz. cannabis to 20oz. honey...I prefer to use ABV (already been vaped) here instead of fresh cannabis....yield 20-30 servings

 

What You Need:

• Crock pot
• 1 ounce cannabis         
• 5 pounds (80 ounces) honey.
• cheesecloth
• string

Steps:

1. Wrap cannabis  (broken up but not too fine or it will go thru cheesecloth) in cheese cloth. Secure bundle with string.
2. Place bundle in crock pot. Pour honey to cover. (I use mason jars immersed in water in the crock pot for ease of cleaning..getting the honey out of the crock pot is a nightmare...lol)
3. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, stirring a few times per hour.
4. Turn crock pot off and let honey sit to cool for up to 24 hours.
5. Remove bundle from the honey, squeezing as much honey from the cheesecloth as possible.
6. Ladle honey into jars to store.

recipe adapted from eatyourcannabis.com

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a trip inside my Dispensary ..

http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/Inside-a-Connecticut-Medical-Marijuana-Dispensary-370248461.html

Intro to Edibles/ Medibles

Vaporizing

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AGL Indicol G ~ Bruce Banner (Strawberry Diesel x OG Kush) vape cartridge review

vape cartridge AGL lists it's Bruce Banner (Strawberry Diesel a sativa dom hybrid X OG Kush an Indica) as an Indica but in my research it keeps popping up as a sativa heavy hybrid, that fact aside. Last night I slept like a baby even under the assumption that it was an Indica. This strain didn't make me overly hungry like some of the other strains have done. After reading more reviews of this strain, I think I will try it as a daytime use.  Hopefully it won't slow me down too much.  This strain has also made my muscles feel much more relaxed and I have zero neck/back pain at the moment.

"It’s a powerful strain whose effects come on quickly and strong and then tend to settle into a euphoric and creative buzz. The sativa effects of this strain are most evident and linger mostly in the head, but it does also provide body relaxation and pain relief that make it an appropriate daytime medication for some" ~ Leafly.com

Categories of Marijuana...

NOTE: Everybody’s body chemistry is different and you may experience strains differently.....this is just a  basic guide..i always thought all weed was the same...so not true

There are four main categories...Sativa-dominant strains, which you would describe as a cerebral, head-high.  Indica-dominant strains, which offer a pain-relieving, body-stone.  Hybrid strains, which are a cross-breed of Indica and Sativa strains. Lastly, you have high CBD strains.

Sativa-dominant strains are better for day-time smoking. They are usually very clear-minded and active strains that will keep you going throughout your day. Treating anxiety and depression is no-problem with Sativas; many patients feel incredibly uplifted and full of energy upon using them.

Indica-strains are recognized as the most medicinally-beneficial type of marijuana because of their pain relieving effects. These strains are great for night time and will keep you on the couch, creating a very pleasant sedating effect. They’re perfect for nausea, vomiting, any type of body pain, appetite induction, insomnia — you name it!

Hybrid (My Personal Favorite) strains are a cross breed of two different types of marijuana plants, usually Sativa and Indica. This results in a very full type of high, giving you all of the beneficial elements that marijuana has to offer. Hybrids are becoming incredibly popular in the medical marijuana field. Patients enjoy getting the best of both worlds without being put down on the couch from a heavy Indica. These strains will usually be identified with a percentage of sativa vs. indica. You’ll be given something like 60% indica / 40% sativa. This would simply mean that the hybrid is Indica-dominant, resulting in slightly more of a body high. Hybrids are perfect for any time of the day and almost any type of ailment! Be careful around bedtime as some high% Sativa hybrids give you energy and a creative mind.

CBD   cannabidiol  High content of CBD has desirable results for medical patients since it does not cause associated mental impairment, or side effects in addition to its ability to neutralize pain. great for people who do not want to experience the HIGH but still want the medicinal properties.

Banana Hemp Seed Oatmeal

today's healthy choice breakfast:

1 cup organic oatmeal..made according to package directions
1 banana
1 tablespoon organic raw shelled hemp seed
1 tablespoon REAL organic maple syrup (regular maple syrup is only colored sugar water)
OR 1 tablespoon CannaHoney to medicate


I have recently been diagnosed with high cholesterol so I have been doing a dietary experiment to reduce the bad cholesterol LDL number with diet instead of pills from the doctor.  I have added oatmeal almost daily, increased my fruit intake a bit, the doctor recommended Omega 3s and 6's .. so I am trying hemp seed to get the benefits.

UPDATED: Qualifying Conditions in CT for medical marijuana

·         Cancer

·         Glaucoma

·         Positive Status for Human Immunodeficiency Virus or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome

·         Parkinson's Disease

·         Multiple Sclerosis

·         Damage to the Nervous Tissue of the Spinal Cord with Objective Neurological Indication of Intractable Spasticity

·         Epilepsy

·         Cachexia… loss of weight due to heart related issues

·         Wasting Syndrome  muscle atrophy, fatigue, weakness, and significant loss of appetite in someone who is not actively trying to lose weight

·         Crohn's Disease

·         Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

·         sickle cell disease …added 1/2016

·         severe psoriasis/psoriatic arthritis …added 1/2016

·         ALS (Lou Gehrig disease) … added 1/2016

·         post-laminectomy syndrome with chronic radiculopathy, which is recurring    back pain after surgery… added 1/2016

•   ulcerative colitis added 1/2016
•   complex regional pain syndrome  added 1/2016

Cherry Chocolate Chip Canna Cookies…

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Bake: 15 min./batch

MAKES: 15 servings

Ingredients.. I try to keep my ingredients organic..just because

·         1/2 cup canna~butter, softened or canna~coco oil (see separate recipe)

·         2/3 cup packed brown sugar

·         1/3 cup sugar

·         1 egg

·         1 teaspoon vanilla extract

·         1 cup all-purpose unbleached organic oat flour (you can use regular flour)

·         3/4 cup organic quick-cooking oats

·         3/4 teaspoon baking soda

·         1/2 teaspoon salt

·         2/3 cup dried cherries, chopped

·         1/2 cup unsweetened or regular chocolate chips

1.    In a small bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, oats, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in cherries and chocolate chips.

2.    Drop by tablespoon 3 in. apart onto parchment paper lined baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes depending on oven or until golden brown. Cool for 1 minute before removing from baking sheets to wire racks. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 15 cookies.

Wanna Save/Extend your Meds

If your thrifty like me you will want your stash to last as long as possible.. i have found the best way to do this is to vaporize your marijuana and then use the ABV (already been vaped) to make tinctures, edibles or even vape juice.  Smoking it combusts it and all product is gone after the first use (and causes all kinds of other stuff not preaching but…)..… you will get the same if not better results from vaping, and save in the process.    There are many excellent products on the market for vaping marijuana from desktop models to portable pen models.  After vaping your marijuana empty your vaporizer into a mason/glass jar (don’t use plastic here) and store in a dark place (light degrades thc fast) until ready to use.

Fioraden B Wild Berry /Sativa review

sativa tested in at about 13% THC according to label.

gonna start off the day with some coffee and a few quick hits Fioraden B Wild Berry Vape Pen from Advance Grow Labs..

the strain contained within is Ghost Train Haze..a sativa cross between Ghost OG and Neville’s Wreck. Unlike typical sativas, With a sour citrus and floral aroma, Ghost Train Haze delivers a potent dose of THC to knock out pain, depression, and appetite loss, but patients prone to anxiety should steer clear of this heavy-hitter. Low doses are conducive to concentration and creativity.

good for daytime use..

• I can stay motivated and keep working without my ADD kicking in
• make me hungry (not a fan of this)
• nice flavor on vape
• doesn't burn back of throat like some other vapes do
• no couch lock

Good Morning......off to work...make it a great one!  

Decarboxylation for Edibles and Tincture

1. Preheat the oven to 240° F. / 115° C...no higher or you will burn off the THC

2. Break up cannabis flowers and buds into smaller pieces with your hands. 

3. Put the pieces in one layer on parchment paper in a pyrex dish covered with foil.

4. Bake the cannabis for approximately 45 minutes (for kief only 10-15 minutes)

5. When the cannabis is darker in color, a light to medium brown, and has dried out, remove and allow to cool. It should be quite crumbly when handled.

6. In a food processor, pulse the cannabis until it is coarsely ground (you don’t want a superfine powder). Store it in an airtight container and use as needed to make extractions

my Cannabutter/CannaCoCoOil RECIPE

I like small batches...easy to control ;)   I use a 1:1 ratio

1/4 OZ ABV...(Already Been Vaped) Marijuana...if not you will need to decarboxylate (see next blog)  your weed to activate the thc

1 stick organic UNSALTED butter  OR 1/2 cup organic coconut oil.....if you're dairy free

1. Melt the butter/oil on very very low heat in a medium saucepan..(I like double boiler) or crock pot
2. Add the ground buds to the melted butter or oil..DO NOT BOIL or you will lose your THC content
3. Simmer on a low heat for at least 4-6 hours, stirring frequently. While simmering, you should see start to see small bubbles forming on the surface.
4.  after 4-6 hours strain the butter into the container using the fine metal strainer to filter out the ground bud or cheesecloth
5. Press the spoon against the ground bud in the metal strainer to squeeze all the cannabutter.

there are many many ways of doing this..this is my preferred method.

add to everything...lol