Respectfully it is "Strain" not "Strand”

Respectfully it is "Strain" not "Strand".

This is a very common mix up that I hear often so I wanted to help make a distinction between the two.

"Strain" in this case is a term used to describe varietals of the cannabis plant and there are hundreds, possibly thousands of "strains" or different types of cannabis varietals.

Due to cultivators who have been geneticizing new strains constantly because they want to produce different looks, smells and effects from those strains. So we have new strains that have been "hybridized" popping up all of the time. This is why calling a strain a "hybrid" doesn't really describe effect because most strains are a "hybrid" at this point. If it's not a hybrid then it would be a "landrace".

(And don't forget.. "sativa" "indica" and "hybrid" are not reliable terms when we are describing effect because cannabis is changing constantly after it is harvested.)

Cannabis has been talked about, researched, and even developed in a shroud of secrecy due to prohibition around the plant, so making terminology mistakes is normal.

This post is not meant to shame anyone for using the wrong terminology but to use this common mix-up as a teaching point to make you feel more empowered when purchasing or talking about cannabis going forward.💖🍃🍃

October Virtual learning and Events!

Happy October Everyone!!!

I have some exciting announcements!

This month I am bringing back virtual events starting with the new moon on October 6th and ending with a fun, spooky and infused cooking class!

So here is this month's lineup...

October 6th - 7pm PST -

New Moon Circle -

During my new moon circle I hold space for other witches, give a little bit of info on what to expect between new moons using tarot, astrology, and intuitive downloads. I will put an invite box in my IG stories (at LivvieSmalls) this week for anyone wanting an invite to this.

(Free! )

October 10th - 4:20pm PST

Sunday Smoke Sesh -

This will be just a fun virtual smoke sesh open to anyone! Bring your bongs, joints and edibles for a fun and laid back virtual visit! (Free!)

I'm going to do this via zoom. If you want an invite email livviesmallsevents@gmail.com

October 23rd - 6pm PST -

Infused Brews and Potions -

This is a LIVE virtual class that gives you infused drink ideas and recipes. This is a BYO- Infusion class and will be offered to anyone who has joined my patreon page at the "Smarties" level.

https://www.patreon.com/ChefLivVasquez

Along with this virtual class you will have access to other posts and videos of past virtual classes!

I will post the shopping list / ingredients list a few days before the class, then you can gather your supplies and join me live on Patreon as we craft some of my favorite infused fall cocktails and mocktails. (Costumes will definitely be encouraged for this virtual cocktail party!)

I hope you join me for some or all of these spooky and fun events this month!!

Which one are you most excited about?

Comment and let me know!

Spooky Szn Movie & Strain Pairings!🎃🍁👻

Now that it is officially 🍁autumn🎃 I wanted to put together a fun, "spooky szn" watch list paired with strains that would accentuate your viewing pleasure!

I challenge you to try these combos, tag me and tell me what you think!

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👻 Is it really spooky season if you haven't watched Casper on ABC Family (Freeform)?? I paired this movie with The White, a Durban Poison hybrid that is usually high in THC, brings on the giggles and makes holiday decorating or crafting a lot of fun.

⚰️For the Addams Family I recommend Violeta, the most goth strain that I've ever seen! Violetta is relaxing with dark purple and black buds that when treated right are covered in trichomes. In appearance and affect she would fit right in with the Addams Family.

🎈Stephen King's "It" is still one of the scariest movies ever made in my opinion, so it makes sense to pair it with Pennywise, a high CBD, sedative strain who's parents are Harley-Quinn (clown) and Jack the Ripper (Serial Killer), this affect, name and genetics makes this strain a perfect fit for viewing this classic horror movie.

💀The Scream movies are such a time capsule of everyone who was simultaneously hot and cool in the 90's/2000's, watching these movies can still give you a bit of a fright but a LOT of nostalgia. So I paired it with Ghost 👻 OG, which gives a nice boost of euphoria with it's Limonene content and helps quell anxieties. (This is a great date night strain too!)

☪️I don't know about you but I have to watch Hocus Pocus at least once a week until Halloween and I think Tangie is the perfect strain to pair with this movie because it is so euphoric that it can induce bouts of laughter that turn into giggle fits. Not to mention, these orange fluffy buds look like the weed version of Winnefred Sanderson.

🕷️ I paired The Craft with Durban Poison because that is the strain I go to when I am running around in the woods or at the beach while doing witchcraft. It gives you focus with minimal distractions, it's great for hiking, beach days or spell writing. Perfect for someone who has The Craft on while they are decorating for Halloween or making costumes.

🔮Practical Magic and Mount Hood Magic…My favorite movie and my favorite strain, both pick me up when I am feeling blue. Mount hood magic is a strain that was hybridized for the Pacific Northwest and seasonal depression, and practical magic the movie takes place in New England but parts of it were filmed in Washington here in the Pacific Northwest. So the strain I feel like really fits in with the vibe of the movie, very uplifting but still allows you to feel your feelings and believe in magic.

📗Picture it… You, your bestie, The Gosebumps movies, a bowl of Slimer OG and a TON of snacks. The Goosebumps movies are fun for people who have too much anxiety for horror movies but want to get into the Halloween nostalgia of their youth. And Slimer OG is a giggly and fun strain that leaves you with some munchies and a lot of distraction from anxiety. Perfect for watching kids chase around a ventriloquist's dummy for about an hour and a half.

🖤Elvira Mistress of the Dark is vampy, funny, and all around goofy and I paired it with Hot Donna, a strain that has a very stoney feel, with an amazing body high that leans into fits of laughter. An evening with Elvira and Hot Donna sounds like a 70’s dream!

Most of these movies are streaming but if you have a fun, local video rental store like Movie Madness here in Portland I would recommend supporting a cool local business when you try these movie pairings!

Make sure you are following me on insta @livviesmalls , and tag me in your stories or posts where you try these combos and let me know what you think!