Intros From stigma to script – my medical cannabis journey

[AnaKelly]

Hi folks,

Just wanted to drop a quick hello and share a bit of my journey. I’ve been using cannabis for 12 years now—initially out of sheer desperation when nothing else touched the pain or cleared the fog in my head. I’d always been anti-drugs, to be honest. But when a friend handed me that first BMJ (back when I didn’t even know what a grinder was), it wasn’t about getting “high”—it was about feeling functional for the first time in forever.

It wasn’t a magic fix—pain still existed, thoughts still raced—but something shifted. The sharp edges dulled. My thoughts untangled. And for once, I didn’t feel like I was drowning in my own body.

Fast forward to September 2024, when I saw Dr Sinovich and officially began my legal medical cannabis journey. That peace of mind? Game-changer. Since then, I’ve had a few follow-ups, tweaked strains, and yes—still learning to love the “green smoothie” taste from my vape. Some strains definitely taste like I’ve been licking a houseplant, but hey, we adapt!

Cannabis isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I respect that. But for me, it’s been a life-raft. I never got the infamous “couch lock”—even before going legal—just this sense of being settled. And now that I’m legal, I’ve been signing every petition I can get my hands on, especially those for growing your own as a medical patient.

I’ve spent most of my life without much of a voice. But now that I’ve got one—and the strength to use it—I’m here to connect, to share, and to maybe help others who are still feeling unheard.

Looking forward to getting to know you all.
Ana

 

[Moon]

Hello @AnaKelly and welcome to a lovely community, looking forward to getting to know you as well

 

[AnaKelly]

Hello @Moon ty for your warm welcome you've probably recently seen my posts highlighted from FB. I thought I'd best create an account here too lol.

 

[node]

Hello @AnaKelly welcome

 

[AnaKelly]

Hello @AnaKelly welcome

Hi hi xx

 

[node]

@AnaKelly Anything at all shout - well maybe don't ask for a joke from @GrownHealth lol

 

[AnaKelly]

Aww @node his jokes can't be that bad surely. I'm curious now @GrownHealth what is your worst dad joke that you know??

 

[GrownHealth]

Welcome @AnaKelly and you sound like a lovely person to have around I myself felt like I didn't have a voice until recently engaging with others here and coming together with like minded people and also lovely to hear cannabis has been a help and whilst myself using for for over 30 years the strains available to me/us have been an improvement for me and legality lifted a veil of worry at the same time .
Once again welcome and I have forwarded a message to the people involved highlighting what you mentioned the other day as I'm more around the forum and other bits and not as up to speed on it .

 

[GrownHealth]

Aww @node his jokes can't be that bad surely. I'm curious now @GrownHealth what is your worst dad joke that you know??

You'll regret it

 

[GrownHealth]

Aww @node his jokes can't be that bad surely. I'm curious now @GrownHealth what is your worst dad joke that you know??

What do you call a spanish dog with no back legs ?

 

[AnaKelly]

@GrownHealth Thanks again for the warm welcome—it’s honestly so appreciated.

Navigating the legal world of medical cannabis has been fascinating so far. You’ll probably figure out pretty quickly that I’m highly inquisitive—classic “but why? …and why that? …but what if?” kid energy that never wore off. The kind of person who won’t rest until I’ve read five sources, compared notes, and then asked someone who’s lived it.

Unlike my family, though, I don’t believe in "because I said so." If I’ve looked something up, fact-checked it, or fallen down a rabbit hole at 2am, I’ll always share where I found it. Information should be empowering, not gatekept.

Also—thank you for forwarding that message on. No reply to my emails yet (classic, right?) but I really appreciate you giving it a nudge.

Looking forward to chatting with more of you and learning even more from the collective hive mind here!

 

[AnaKelly]

@GrownHealth

What do you call a spanish dog with no back legs ?

Dunno??

 

[AnaKelly]

Why did the medical cannabis patient bring a ladder to the dispensary?
Because they heard the strains were top shelf.

 

[GrownHealth]

@GrownHealth

Dunno??

Gracias

 

[AnaKelly]

What’s the difference between a medical cannabis patient and a politician?
One actually knows how to chill.

 

[AnaKelly]

How do you know a cannabis patient is at peace?
They’ve weeded out all the negativity.

 

[GrownHealth]

How do you know a cannabis patient is at peace?
They’ve weeded out all the negativity.

Shouldn't of mentioned weeded I instantly went an checked the garden and found jobs

 

[AnaKelly]

Alright, alright I’ll stop now… maybe.
But fair warning—I am the self-declared Queen of Bad Jokes. It’s a heavy crown, but someone’s got to wear it.
(I take my role very unseriously.)

 

[AnaKelly]

Title: Ahem… A Royal Announcement from the Self-Declared Queen of Bad Jokes

Dear fellow MedBuddies,

It is with great humility (and a decent Indica) that I accept the unofficial but very important role of Queen of Bad Jokes here at MedBud.Wiki.

I did not seek this crown.
I merely cracked one too many puns and found myself... elevated.

From this day forward, I hereby decree:

1. All bad jokes must be shared. If you make someone laugh, groan, or physically facepalm—you’ve done your duty.


2. All negativity must be weeded out. Preferably with snacks in hand and good flower in the bowl.


3. No one shall feel alone. Whether you’re here for laughs, relief, info, or just a chat—you’re part of the hive now.



Let it also be known that I rule from a throne of pillows, wrapped in a heated blanket, surrounded by empty snack wrappers and good intentions. I pledge to use my powers only for silliness, solidarity, and spreading joy like… well, like butter on a crumpet after a really good session.

Thank you for welcoming me so kindly. I look forward to serving as your pun-loving pain-patient court jester.

Her Highness, AnaKelly
Queen of Groans, Defender of the Dank, First of Her Strains, Keeper of the Couch.

 

[Dooby Doo]

Hi folks,

Just wanted to drop a quick hello and share a bit of my journey. I’ve been using cannabis for 12 years now—initially out of sheer desperation when nothing else touched the pain or cleared the fog in my head. I’d always been anti-drugs, to be honest. But when a friend handed me that first BMJ (back when I didn’t even know what a grinder was), it wasn’t about getting “high”—it was about feeling functional for the first time in forever.

It wasn’t a magic fix—pain still existed, thoughts still raced—but something shifted. The sharp edges dulled. My thoughts untangled. And for once, I didn’t feel like I was drowning in my own body.

Fast forward to September 2024, when I saw Dr Sinovich and officially began my legal medical cannabis journey. That peace of mind? Game-changer. Since then, I’ve had a few follow-ups, tweaked strains, and yes—still learning to love the “green smoothie” taste from my vape. Some strains definitely taste like I’ve been licking a houseplant, but hey, we adapt!

Cannabis isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I respect that. But for me, it’s been a life-raft. I never got the infamous “couch lock”—even before going legal—just this sense of being settled. And now that I’m legal, I’ve been signing every petition I can get my hands on, especially those for growing your own as a medical patient.

I’ve spent most of my life without much of a voice. But now that I’ve got one—and the strength to use it—I’m here to connect, to share, and to maybe help others who are still feeling unheard.

Looking forward to getting to know you all.
Ana

Welcome @AnaKelly