Sitting amongst the orange blossoms, pondering many things,
visions from the baby blues, emerged the fluttering wings.
Spending many years, in wondering what was wrong,
this delicate little creature, moved to nature's song.
It's torso is so fragile, it's wings so full of spice,
this dazzling crusader, will astonish and entice.
Flickering it's wings, it moves from bloom to bloom,
as I sit and grieve, on the removal of my womb.
With all it's many splendor, a simple message cast,
the universe will heal you, from the echoes of the past.
Emitting from it's pr.esence, a quiet gentility,
do not fret my dear, at your lost fertility.
The purpose of your life, is more than you could know,
had this not have happened, then you would not grow.
Your growth is in accordance, with universal laws,
the heavens will reward you, with blessingsgalore.
As I sit and marvel, at the beauty that's before,
this titilating creature, I have come to now adore.
So when this beauty calls, on a bright and sunny day,
carefully I listen, to the message she conveys.
Bringing with her tidings, the sense of hope and bliss,
this beautiful little butterfly, will seal it with a kiss.
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Saturday 5 March 2011
Thursday 3 March 2011
Inside the Marijuana Industry
When examining the marijuana industry and how it functions in todays society, one must first review the history of the industry and how it came to be, and for what purposes that marijuana was cultivated and used.
There has been much debate over exactly when and where cannabis (marijuana) was first located, and the purposes for it's use. The records of marijuana was initially documented around 7000-8000 BC, in which the marijuana / hemp plant was grown and cultivated for the purposes of making fabrics.(1) This was not the only use for the hemp plant, for in 6000BC, China were using the seeds as part of their diet, and were later noted for using the seeds in medicine.(2) Since this inception, cannabis has been used for an assortment of reasons including social and religious rites.
In 5000BC, Europe was introduced to marijuana by the scythians, in which cannabis use had spread right throught the continent. (3) Marijuana had literally become a phenomenom, as it was used for making housing, medicine, clothing and many other items needed for survival. The smoking of marijuana had not arisen until the 1200's when the muslims began smoking cannabis due to the fact that they were prohibited to drink according to their religious doctrine.(4)
CANNABIS AND THE WESTERN WORLD
When it came to the western worlds, the United States was the first country to have documented the introduction of marijuana to their shores. It is thought that Christopher Columbus had first brought cannabis to the United States, with laws later being enacted to grow and cultivate crops for trade purposes.(5) This trade had become so profitable that in 1816, areas such as Virginia, Plymouth and numerous other cities created further laws to promote the cultivation of marijuana, to ensure that the supply was enough to meet trade needs. Initially this promotion was such that even George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were known for growing marijuana plants in 1797 (6)
By 1840, most medicines sold in pharmacies were cannabis based, while in Peru they were hashish based.(7) The regulation of marijuana had only begun once the Drug and Food Administration was formed in 1906 (7) This would be one of the most significant moments in the history of the marijuana industry, for not only did it regulate substances that went into medical products, but it would eventually lead to marijuana being out lawed altogether.
As the the marijuana industry expanded and the phenomenon exploded into western civilisation, many states began to recognise that the use of such products as a leisurely pasttime had led to the delinquency of users. In 1913, California was the first state to regulate against marijuana use, initiating many other states to do the same.(9) The American government had commenced a fierce campaign to deter young people from using such substances, with major advertising campaigns infilterating communities. The "Reefer Madness" syndrome arose and was in full swing, and it's aim was to scare people away from using marijuana. But this was only drowned out when the hippie movement arose in the 1960's. Instead of responding to the government's campaign of fear, many were responding to the hippie movement's message of peace, love and sexual freedom. By 1969, the Controlled Substances Act had been established, ensuring that anyone found using or being in possession of cannabis would be seriously penalised. This however, did not stop the phenomenon from spreading.
Both Britain and and the penal colony know as Australia, were now also being touched by this phenomenon. Britain reacted instantly, and promptly established laws to counteract the phenomenon.
Of course Australia had a different reaction for they already knew of this plant called marijuana, as it grew so freely in Queensland. One could argue that being a nation made up of primarily convicts, that such a reaction was quite normal. Once the Australian government had consulted with the American authorities, the Australian authorites had then commenced in out lawing marijuana. The American mindset of reefer madness had now begun to intrude into the psychie of Australians, as many newspapers began to print their own more subtler version of fear through propaganda.
Once marijuana had been legislated against, this would normally lead many to think that the industry would die, however, it seemed to have a reverse affect in which a boom trade arose for the industry. One only has to take a look at history, when in the 1920's a prohibition on alcohol had taken place. There were more people drinking in illegal bars and making illegal purchases, than when it was legalised. This would indicate that whether marijuana is legal or illegal, the industry will always thrive in trade. Stiffer penalties have been applied by police and the courts, and yet the demand for "Weed" is overwhelmingly high. The government /s can no more legislate on a person's choices to smoke cannabis than they can legislate over smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol or gambling.
As the marijuana industry continues to grow, and the phenomenon rages, the cost to individuals, families, hospitals, police and society as a whole, will continue to tear away at the very fabric of our existence and how to live a good life with all it's potentials.
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There has been much debate over exactly when and where cannabis (marijuana) was first located, and the purposes for it's use. The records of marijuana was initially documented around 7000-8000 BC, in which the marijuana / hemp plant was grown and cultivated for the purposes of making fabrics.(1) This was not the only use for the hemp plant, for in 6000BC, China were using the seeds as part of their diet, and were later noted for using the seeds in medicine.(2) Since this inception, cannabis has been used for an assortment of reasons including social and religious rites.
In 5000BC, Europe was introduced to marijuana by the scythians, in which cannabis use had spread right throught the continent. (3) Marijuana had literally become a phenomenom, as it was used for making housing, medicine, clothing and many other items needed for survival. The smoking of marijuana had not arisen until the 1200's when the muslims began smoking cannabis due to the fact that they were prohibited to drink according to their religious doctrine.(4)
CANNABIS AND THE WESTERN WORLD
When it came to the western worlds, the United States was the first country to have documented the introduction of marijuana to their shores. It is thought that Christopher Columbus had first brought cannabis to the United States, with laws later being enacted to grow and cultivate crops for trade purposes.(5) This trade had become so profitable that in 1816, areas such as Virginia, Plymouth and numerous other cities created further laws to promote the cultivation of marijuana, to ensure that the supply was enough to meet trade needs. Initially this promotion was such that even George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were known for growing marijuana plants in 1797 (6)
By 1840, most medicines sold in pharmacies were cannabis based, while in Peru they were hashish based.(7) The regulation of marijuana had only begun once the Drug and Food Administration was formed in 1906 (7) This would be one of the most significant moments in the history of the marijuana industry, for not only did it regulate substances that went into medical products, but it would eventually lead to marijuana being out lawed altogether.
As the the marijuana industry expanded and the phenomenon exploded into western civilisation, many states began to recognise that the use of such products as a leisurely pasttime had led to the delinquency of users. In 1913, California was the first state to regulate against marijuana use, initiating many other states to do the same.(9) The American government had commenced a fierce campaign to deter young people from using such substances, with major advertising campaigns infilterating communities. The "Reefer Madness" syndrome arose and was in full swing, and it's aim was to scare people away from using marijuana. But this was only drowned out when the hippie movement arose in the 1960's. Instead of responding to the government's campaign of fear, many were responding to the hippie movement's message of peace, love and sexual freedom. By 1969, the Controlled Substances Act had been established, ensuring that anyone found using or being in possession of cannabis would be seriously penalised. This however, did not stop the phenomenon from spreading.
Both Britain and and the penal colony know as Australia, were now also being touched by this phenomenon. Britain reacted instantly, and promptly established laws to counteract the phenomenon.
Of course Australia had a different reaction for they already knew of this plant called marijuana, as it grew so freely in Queensland. One could argue that being a nation made up of primarily convicts, that such a reaction was quite normal. Once the Australian government had consulted with the American authorities, the Australian authorites had then commenced in out lawing marijuana. The American mindset of reefer madness had now begun to intrude into the psychie of Australians, as many newspapers began to print their own more subtler version of fear through propaganda.
Once marijuana had been legislated against, this would normally lead many to think that the industry would die, however, it seemed to have a reverse affect in which a boom trade arose for the industry. One only has to take a look at history, when in the 1920's a prohibition on alcohol had taken place. There were more people drinking in illegal bars and making illegal purchases, than when it was legalised. This would indicate that whether marijuana is legal or illegal, the industry will always thrive in trade. Stiffer penalties have been applied by police and the courts, and yet the demand for "Weed" is overwhelmingly high. The government /s can no more legislate on a person's choices to smoke cannabis than they can legislate over smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol or gambling.
As the marijuana industry continues to grow, and the phenomenon rages, the cost to individuals, families, hospitals, police and society as a whole, will continue to tear away at the very fabric of our existence and how to live a good life with all it's potentials.
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A STITCH IN TIME - Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
For those who suffer from the extreme effects of arthritis in the shoulder / or elbow, surgery is an option that may need to be considered. Consulting with an Orthopaedic Surgeon, the doctor will determine how surgery will best treat the patient's condition. The doctor may consider a basic Arthroscopic procedure, that decompresses the shoulder joint. This normally entails day surgery, and the patient is discharged from hospital later that day.
Depending on the condition and how severe it is, the doctor may also determine to undertake a half shoulder replacement, or simply perform a resurfacing of the shoulder joint. As a last resort, the condition may have done so much damage, that a total shoulder replacement is required.
Some of the key issues the doctor determines before performing surgery, are as follows:-
* If there are bone fragments in the socket
* If there is the presence of a rotator cuff tear
* If the fluids in the shoulder have dwindled
* The age and activity of the patient
* The degree of the arthritis
ELBOW - The elbow is a lot more complex than first imagined. With the elbow there are many ligaments, cartlidges and tendons that aid in keeping muscles attached to the arm, enabling for the arm to move. The main aim of surgery on the elbow (Arthroscopy) is to treat any defects with the bones and to treat any injuries to the cartlidges, tendons and ligaments. It is not uncommon for arthritis sufferers to undergo an elbow debridement, to remove any joint damage that may have occured, or for the joint to be smoothed down to enable better movement in the arm.
The doctor will also examine any ligaments, cartlidges, tendons and muscles to ensure that there are not any tears that have occured due to swelling or from the rough surface of the joint. Surgery should be a last resort for arthritis sufferers, and before considering this course of action, consultation with a doctor specialised in this field is imperative.
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Depending on the condition and how severe it is, the doctor may also determine to undertake a half shoulder replacement, or simply perform a resurfacing of the shoulder joint. As a last resort, the condition may have done so much damage, that a total shoulder replacement is required.
Some of the key issues the doctor determines before performing surgery, are as follows:-
* If there are bone fragments in the socket
* If there is the presence of a rotator cuff tear
* If the fluids in the shoulder have dwindled
* The age and activity of the patient
* The degree of the arthritis
ELBOW - The elbow is a lot more complex than first imagined. With the elbow there are many ligaments, cartlidges and tendons that aid in keeping muscles attached to the arm, enabling for the arm to move. The main aim of surgery on the elbow (Arthroscopy) is to treat any defects with the bones and to treat any injuries to the cartlidges, tendons and ligaments. It is not uncommon for arthritis sufferers to undergo an elbow debridement, to remove any joint damage that may have occured, or for the joint to be smoothed down to enable better movement in the arm.
The doctor will also examine any ligaments, cartlidges, tendons and muscles to ensure that there are not any tears that have occured due to swelling or from the rough surface of the joint. Surgery should be a last resort for arthritis sufferers, and before considering this course of action, consultation with a doctor specialised in this field is imperative.
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The Wine of Bacchacus - An insane paradox
The wine of bacchacus, is an insane paradox,
as sly and as cunning, as the proverbial fox.
It starts with one drink, and ending with many,
a fortune is lost, you're left with no money.
This will dictate, on what you will do,
despite all logic, you'll chase this old brew.
You drink to be social, and to try and fit in,
after a time, you'll comit a great sin.
In a drunken state, you make a fool of yourself,
deciding to put it, back onto the shelf.
The very next day, with guilt and remorse,
you return t.o bacchacus, as a resource.
This vulnerable victim, does not understand,
the depths this will take you, or where you will land.
It may be gaol, or even the grave,
to continue to drink, is only for the brave.
You drink to escape, your reality and woes,
your outrageous conduct, will make a few foes.
Will never give in, or never confide,
this runs against, your ego and pride.
Constantly bound, to a selfish resolve,
reason the truth, and half truths are told.
Treason occurs, when you went for a few,
the following day, you woke black and blue.
As resentment builds, and begins to fester,
your troubled mind, it will start to pester.
Trying to justify, for why you so drink,
your sanity tested, as you're pushed to the brink.
For many years, you'll see mental health,
until you are honest, there's no spiritual wealth.
Unknown the tru nature, of this malady,
a disease that's connected, ........ genetically.
Gone is the family, the friends and the job,
the crime of bacchacus, is to continue to rob.
You'll frantically chase, that illusive good time,
until there's no hope, and you're labeled a swine.
You drink cause you're happy, you drink cause you're blue,
you drink cause you win, you drink cause you lose.
You drink cause you're glad, you drink cause you're mad,
such is the paradox, of being so mad.
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as sly and as cunning, as the proverbial fox.
It starts with one drink, and ending with many,
a fortune is lost, you're left with no money.
This will dictate, on what you will do,
despite all logic, you'll chase this old brew.
You drink to be social, and to try and fit in,
after a time, you'll comit a great sin.
In a drunken state, you make a fool of yourself,
deciding to put it, back onto the shelf.
The very next day, with guilt and remorse,
you return t.o bacchacus, as a resource.
This vulnerable victim, does not understand,
the depths this will take you, or where you will land.
It may be gaol, or even the grave,
to continue to drink, is only for the brave.
You drink to escape, your reality and woes,
your outrageous conduct, will make a few foes.
Will never give in, or never confide,
this runs against, your ego and pride.
Constantly bound, to a selfish resolve,
reason the truth, and half truths are told.
Treason occurs, when you went for a few,
the following day, you woke black and blue.
As resentment builds, and begins to fester,
your troubled mind, it will start to pester.
Trying to justify, for why you so drink,
your sanity tested, as you're pushed to the brink.
For many years, you'll see mental health,
until you are honest, there's no spiritual wealth.
Unknown the tru nature, of this malady,
a disease that's connected, ........ genetically.
Gone is the family, the friends and the job,
the crime of bacchacus, is to continue to rob.
You'll frantically chase, that illusive good time,
until there's no hope, and you're labeled a swine.
You drink cause you're happy, you drink cause you're blue,
you drink cause you win, you drink cause you lose.
You drink cause you're glad, you drink cause you're mad,
such is the paradox, of being so mad.
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The Habit
The habit evolved, such a long time ago,
a means of coping, when the spirit was low.
A friend and an ally, in times of need,
through laughter and tears, it remained in good steed.
From childhood till now, the grip has been strong,
wielding it's power, holding you where you belong.
A practice of fear, unknown to all,
soothing discomfort, and creating a wall.
In many forms, it begins to appear,
the core of the soul, it;s ever so near.
Serving to hold, your sanity so frail,
distorted perceptions, will cause you to fail.
To break the habit, a decision is made,
one day at a time, a price is then paid.
On the first day, all seems to be well,
then anxiety begins, to boil and to swell.
Instructing the mind,to get a defense,
caught up in a war, that will never relent.
Boredom sets in, and you start to feel lost,
it all seems to hard, and to hard a cost.
With white knuckles and grit, you hang in for the ride,
moisten brows, it feels that you've died.
Once you get through, the first single stage,
confidence gained, as you turn a new page.
Two steps forward, and one step back,
the creature of habit, will then start to crack.
The grace of god, then begins to expel,
darkness's demons, that have trapped you in hell.
Peace then descends, right into the soul,
self understanding, start playing it's role.
The human condition, once varacious and weak,
gains back it's integrity, from being a freak.
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a means of coping, when the spirit was low.
A friend and an ally, in times of need,
through laughter and tears, it remained in good steed.
From childhood till now, the grip has been strong,
wielding it's power, holding you where you belong.
A practice of fear, unknown to all,
soothing discomfort, and creating a wall.
In many forms, it begins to appear,
the core of the soul, it;s ever so near.
Serving to hold, your sanity so frail,
distorted perceptions, will cause you to fail.
To break the habit, a decision is made,
one day at a time, a price is then paid.
On the first day, all seems to be well,
then anxiety begins, to boil and to swell.
Instructing the mind,to get a defense,
caught up in a war, that will never relent.
Boredom sets in, and you start to feel lost,
it all seems to hard, and to hard a cost.
With white knuckles and grit, you hang in for the ride,
moisten brows, it feels that you've died.
Once you get through, the first single stage,
confidence gained, as you turn a new page.
Two steps forward, and one step back,
the creature of habit, will then start to crack.
The grace of god, then begins to expel,
darkness's demons, that have trapped you in hell.
Peace then descends, right into the soul,
self understanding, start playing it's role.
The human condition, once varacious and weak,
gains back it's integrity, from being a freak.
Price:- $55.00 via paypal please email for details
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