Being a Marijuana Mommy
Posted by December | Posted in MEDICINAL CANNABIS, MISC. | Posted on 16-10-2009
Tags: Cannabis, Marijuana Mommy, medicinal, MEDICINAL CANNABIS, MISC., THC
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Since only 2007 I have been a medicinal marijuana patient, but since 2001 I have been a mother. These seemingly conflicting statements have brought up many conversations and many questions about how and why I use Medicinal Marijuana. I wanted to write a little bit about how my medicinal marijuana use has affected my parenting and share with you, how it helps me to be a better parent.
My children used to spend the majority of their time curled up beside me in bed. I rarely got out of bed and when I did, it was difficult to carry around so much extra weight (nearly 200lbs) and deal with the excruciating pain of Rheumatoids Arthritis. My children suffered from inactivity, with a single mother who didn’t have much left to give them. I cringe looking back at those dark days, when spending time as a family resulted in time in front of the television. Now, things are very different. I wake up in the morning with a small dose of tincture, a product that binds to the receptors in my brain, stopping the pain I have in it’s tracks. I don’t need to get high, tincture is enough to calm the pain for most of the day, allowing me to finally spend time with my children without having to immediately crawl back into bed. My middle son throws his tiny arms around me all the time and reminds me how much better it is that I can “do stuff” with him. It isnt perfection, I still get tired and overworked, I still get sick from the wastings syndrome and I have yet to get my weight back up to a healthy level (from 200 down to 98, and now hovering right at 120) but my life has changed in so many ways, I just cant wait to see where we go from here. The pain of Rheumatoids Arthritis and Wastings Syndrome has finally become manageable and for that reason, I am a better parent.
Let’s be honest when we talk about the lifting effects of marijuana. Since the dawn of life, man has tried to get high in one way or another. Its proven that every culture on every continent has had the propensity to indulge themselves in some sort of mind altering substance. For some it is recreational but for others it is a necessity. Getting high makes you giggle. Getting high makes you laugh, and lucky for me, it makes you hungry. Wastings syndrome took nearly 100lbs off of me, leaving me at 5′9 and 98lbs. The aftereffect of marijuana, the munchies, has helped me regain most of my healthy weight back and regain my ability to move. It has provided an outlet for creativity, a way to live painfree without the drag of narcotics and the ability to laugh at the small stuff, for this reason, Medicinal Marijuana has made me a better parent.
Living Painless-
My children used to spend the majority of their time curled up beside me in bed. I rarely got out of bed and when I did, it was difficult to carry around so much extra weight (nearly 200lbs) and deal with the excruciating pain of Rheumatoids Arthritis. My children suffered from inactivity, with a single mother who didn’t have much left to give them. I cringe looking back at those dark days, when spending time as a family resulted in time in front of the television. Now, things are very different. I wake up in the morning with a small dose of tincture, a product that binds to the receptors in my brain, stopping the pain I have in it’s tracks. I don’t need to get high, tincture is enough to calm the pain for most of the day, allowing me to finally spend time with my children without having to immediately crawl back into bed. My middle son throws his tiny arms around me all the time and reminds me how much better it is that I can “do stuff” with him. It isnt perfection, I still get tired and overworked, I still get sick from the wastings syndrome and I have yet to get my weight back up to a healthy level (from 200 down to 98, and now hovering right at 120) but my life has changed in so many ways, I just cant wait to see where we go from here. The pain of Rheumatoids Arthritis and Wastings Syndrome has finally become manageable and for that reason, I am a better parent.
Living Patience-
Hippies are laid back, that’s for sure, but when does that laid-back-love-everyone sort of behavior affect their children? There is probably a good reason that Cheech and Chong never had children in their movies, but have you noticed that there is an abundance of their voice overs in children’s stories and movies, even television shows? Having several perspectives is a healthy way to grow up, and giving my children the gift of having a hippy mom, feels quite nice. My eldest came to me and said the words I always wanted to hear. “I know I can talk to you about anything.” He said, as I smiled and hugged him tightly. Medicinal Marijuana allows me to put life into perspective, to really understand what makes something important and what does not. This allows the same freedom for my children, when they are stressing about certain things, they have learned to really investigate what is at the core of the issue. My oldest seems to be embracing this the most, often exclaiming the mantra of our house “Different rules for different families.” Maybe my children are the smartest children to ever live, but likely its just a healthy sense of questioning the world around them. I no longer live under the pain of RA, and I am finally able to see things for how they really are; for this reason, Medicinal Marijuana makes me a better parent.Living Happiness-
Let’s be honest when we talk about the lifting effects of marijuana. Since the dawn of life, man has tried to get high in one way or another. Its proven that every culture on every continent has had the propensity to indulge themselves in some sort of mind altering substance. For some it is recreational but for others it is a necessity. Getting high makes you giggle. Getting high makes you laugh, and lucky for me, it makes you hungry. Wastings syndrome took nearly 100lbs off of me, leaving me at 5′9 and 98lbs. The aftereffect of marijuana, the munchies, has helped me regain most of my healthy weight back and regain my ability to move. It has provided an outlet for creativity, a way to live painfree without the drag of narcotics and the ability to laugh at the small stuff, for this reason, Medicinal Marijuana has made me a better parent.
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You have a great story and it needs to be told.
Great story! I’m glad you found your peace with medical marijuana. We all have our canna-tales to share but this one is a genuine one.
Jayden Tyler Goodman
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December, you’re amazing with the stories you tell and I’m glad that you’re able to spend time with your family because of the options available. Keep it up and good luck. <3
I was thoroughly impressed!Being a medical professional I can completely agree with medicinal marijuana and I truly wish it was able to be prescribed to anyone, anywhere!
I only wish there were more people in the medical profession who understand the benefits. Thank you for doing your part!
Thanks Jayden!
“I wish I could. Just ready your story/blog for the first time today and you are truly an inspiration! I’m so happy that the state you live in shows compassion and allows the use of the best and safest medicine available. I only hope one day mine will do the same. Respect the herb, free the weed and heal mankind! Best of luck to you in all that you do!”
Your story is amazing. You are living proof that people can be functioning human beings while using medicinal marijuana
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what a great outlook! it’s amazing how something so unsuspecting as a plant can drastically improve a person’s entire life.
I wish I could really tell people how much it has changed my life, so so so many ways! Thank you Shannon!
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Mary Jane is far less destructive than Alchohol or even Cigs. Sillyness it is illegal at all. I have smoked weed and drank too much. Once makes ya violent, beligerant and ill…the other passive and sleepy.
No need to appologise. I got a buddy from Iraq who has seizures and would get in all kinds of trouble from drinking. They perscribed MM and he is a new man.
Props! My dad got a card and it helped his pain out a lot too.
I have to admit I smoke, and not cause of any pain. I do it, because it does calm me..I have anxiety issues. It’s not medical either. lol. But I see no problem in those who smoke for the benefit of keeping your sanity, pain, preventing glaucoma, controlling seizures, whatever it may be. Pot has a lot of benefits, like vicodin, etc. It just has to be used properly and not abused, and it’s all good.
I think it is sad that you (medical marijuana patients in general) still have to defend yourself…
I don’t have much to say on the subject although I was born with rheumatoid arthritis and can attest to how painful it is. I am just happy to see your face in my inbox. Hope this means you are back for a bit.
Damn I’ve missed you. I visit your other site, but see nowhere to leave a comment. I miss you. You’re still my blogging hero
If it helps you live in less pain, then I am glad you feel better. I personally see no reason why MJ should not be legalized. If it were I suppose California could go from being broke to having a financial surplus.
Have a great week ASM
I’m glad that marijuana has helped you live a happier life
I’ve always thought medical marijuana is the way to go…especially when it can help people manage pain etc (the only application I really knew about was for chemo patients..)
BTW, I think they should legalize marijuana for all cases. Just think of how much money the government could make by taxing recreational marijuana(medical would be covered by insurance)! Plus, it’s better for you than alcohol so there wouldn’t be as much addiction.
xD If that kid was high his eyes would sooo not be big.
I love marijuana, it helps with my stress.
I am so glad more of us “Marijuana Mamas” are telling our stories! Never underestimate the power of a Mother or her love for her children, we will go to the ends of the earth to give our kids the happiest lives possible!
I invite you to read my June 24th. Blog Post: “Marijuana Mamas – The Secret Lives of Cannabis Using Moms”
http://maryjanecannabian.blogspot.com/2009/06/marijuana-mamas.html