my gf is a pothead

[Exterminas]

Go on and smoke the pot.
If she is the love of your life, she is way more important than your health.

If she isn't the love of your life, you will find out sooner than any serious damage can be done by the pot.

 

[tofulove]

Troll?

Why? I am 100% honest. I never troll on the escapist (avatar is not important, I just find trollface to be hilarious). There are other sites for that. I am just trying to find out why is everyone so prejudiced about marijuana users.

I'm not sure marijuana is much worse than alcohol and smoking. Or well, it probably be is but you get he picture. The problem here is that drugs often lead to other drugs and while I don't judge people who do take drugs, you should never encourage other people to do drugs as well.

most people who smoke pot never go on to do harder drugs, most first drug was alcohol. im sorry, but your wrong. one can argue that because pot is illegal its black market, black market also sells other things. make it legal than no longer in the criminal world, than your point is more mute than before. you feel it might expose people to harder drugs, make it legal so people will never have to deal with those kind of people.

Yeah, I'm sure you're right. Anyway, isn't my avatar just adorable?

that it is

 

[CarlMin]

Troll?

Why? I am 100% honest. I never troll on the escapist (avatar is not important, I just find trollface to be hilarious). There are other sites for that. I am just trying to find out why is everyone so prejudiced about marijuana users.

I'm not sure marijuana is much worse than alcohol and smoking. Or well, it probably be is but you get he picture. The problem here is that drugs often lead to other drugs and while I don't judge people who do take drugs, you should never encourage other people to do drugs as well.

most people who smoke pot never go on to do harder drugs, most first drug was alcohol. im sorry, but your wrong. one can argue that because pot is illegal its black market, black market also sells other things. make it legal than no longer in the criminal world, than your point is more mute than before. you feel it might expose people to harder drugs, make it legal so people will never have to deal with those kind of people.

Yeah, I'm sure you're right. Anyway, isn't my avatar just adorable?

that it is

I know right!

 

[Atheist.]

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I don't think you're reading me: I referred exactly to Athiests getting married i.e. hypocrisy. A foot in tradition for tradition's sake, no higher thought involved other than the fact that it has been highlighted as something that must be done to be considered a human being.

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I hate to argue against someone who is supporting the right side of the thread here, but Atheists get married for more than a "tradition". There are serious tax breaks and other implications that are associated with marriage. Marriage actually predates religion, as it has happened before reliably recorded history.

So please don't be a jerk and call us hypocrites when you have no idea what you're talking about. You're clearly being very ignorant by posting such a crude and blatantly offensive metaphor.

 

[Captain Pancake]

I'd go for the latter. She's got to respect your opinions and lifestyle, and if she can't do that then there's really no future there.

 

[Russian_Assassin]

I'm not sure marijuana is much worse than alcohol or smoking. Or well, it probably is but you get the picture. The problem here is that drugs often lead to other drugs and while I don't judge people who do take drugs, you should never encourage other people to do drugs as well.

I am so sick of people banging the drugs are bad drum. You know what? Almost EVERYTHING is bad for your health. Fucking EXISTING is bad for your health (aging)!

And marijuana is not worse than alcohol and cigarettes, but I am not here to talk about that. The thing is, pot doesn't magically lead you to new drugs if you don't let it do so. If you feel the need to do Heroin, I doubt that not smoking pot would have done anything.

 

[ribonuge]

Just get rid of her. I know a kid whose parents are pot heads... he just isn't... I don't know what to say. He just dosen't WORK. Not to mention pot ruined my uncle's life so I suggest you should stay away from the drug in anyway possible.

Ahhh, the combination of ignorance and hyperbole. I do so love that smell.

Pot isn't dangerous. People and their retarded addictive personalities are.

Cannabis is no more addictive than pringles.

OT:

It's entirely your choice. As with any substance. Discretion is advisable and if you really don't want to get involved with it don't. But if you think she's worth it, just tolerate her choice and accept it as a part of her that you dislike.

(sidenote) The amount of idiots on this thread spewing ignorant bias and hyperbole, as if weed is like freaking crack or meth. Well it reminds me where I am. 'If it aint legal, It's clearly WRONG!!!!

I can't believe it took until the 28th post for someone to speak some sense. This site's community is fucked.

 

[NinjaDeathSlap]

You got this far with her without it coming between you, who's to say it'll ever become an issue. You don't have to do it just because she does and who says she'll ever ask you to.

PS: Stick with it. Cause from what I know of stoner girls, you have struck gold my friend.

And what do you know of stoner girls? They put out? Big whoop, they smell nasty and rarely think. At least the ones I know.

actually I was thinking more along the lines of them being generally more fun and interesting to be around. Even if you're not smoking weed yourself a night out with the stoners is generally about 10 times better than with anyone else. They're also great cooks (most of them)

Though I will admit, the sex life is far from a downside.

 

[tofulove]

I'm not sure marijuana is much worse than alcohol or smoking. Or well, it probably is but you get the picture. The problem here is that drugs often lead to other drugs and while I don't judge people who do take drugs, you should never encourage other people to do drugs as well.

I am so sick of people banging the drugs are bad drum. You know what? Almost EVERYTHING is bad for your health. Fucking EXISTING is bad for your health (aging)!

And marijuana is not worse than alcohol and cigarettes, but I am not here to talk about that. The thing is, pot doesn't magically lead you to new drugs if you don't let it do so. If you feel the need to do Heroin, I doubt that not smoking pot would have done anything.

im sick of morons who hurt there own cause, grow up, by being aggressive you do nothing but reinforce his preexisting ideas. be constructive, don't make it personal, and if you still cant sell them, let them be. by making a scene your the bad guy, any one looking who could ever change there point of view is turned off by your jackassery. if you cared about legalization of pot, you ether grow up and handle it like a mature adult. or keep your mouth shut. reason people think pot is bad is because they were taught that, and the people who taught them were taught that. you cant put the blame on them for not knowing better. all you can do is educate and be polite.

 

[CarlMin]

I'm not sure marijuana is much worse than alcohol or smoking. Or well, it probably is but you get the picture. The problem here is that drugs often lead to other drugs and while I don't judge people who do take drugs, you should never encourage other people to do drugs as well.

I am so sick of people banging the drugs are bad drum. You know what? Almost EVERYTHING is bad for your health. Fucking EXISTING is bad for your health (aging)!

And marijuana is not worse than alcohol and cigarettes, but I am not here to talk about that. The thing is, pot doesn't magically lead you to new drugs if you don't let it do so. If you feel the need to do Heroin, I doubt that not smoking pot would have done anything.

Wait a minute here. Nobody says that pot can "magically lead to other drugs", but to the best of my knowledge, research shows that people who start off with something weaker like marijuana often continue with other drugs.

 

[sovietkitty101]

I dont really see any reason to dump her, if she enjoys getting high then thats good for her.

To be honest i wouldnt ask anyone on the escapist for advice on the subject as everyone seems very anti-drugs, which is fine but to be honest weed isnt that bad, its alot healthier than smoking cigarettes or drinking.

The main thing is if you like her then you'l make it work, if you dont then you wont, simples.

 

[tofulove]

I'm not sure marijuana is much worse than alcohol or smoking. Or well, it probably is but you get the picture. The problem here is that drugs often lead to other drugs and while I don't judge people who do take drugs, you should never encourage other people to do drugs as well.

I am so sick of people banging the drugs are bad drum. You know what? Almost EVERYTHING is bad for your health. Fucking EXISTING is bad for your health (aging)!

And marijuana is not worse than alcohol and cigarettes, but I am not here to talk about that. The thing is, pot doesn't magically lead you to new drugs if you don't let it do so. If you feel the need to do Heroin, I doubt that not smoking pot would have done anything.

Wait a minute here. Nobody says that pot can "magically lead to other drugs", but to the best of my knowledge, research shows that people who start off with something weaker like marijuana often continue with other drugs.

in many ghetos in la. a kid is more likely to do crack before pot, all a mater of availability, if meth is more available than pot, kids will tend to do meth first. main reason why most people do pot before hard drugs is cause pot is more common and ezer to find than hard drugs in most places in the world.

 

[Sethzard]

*snip*.

Yea experimented, she has obviously gone further than just experimenting. From the sounds of it she is - like a lot of weed users - just someone who becomes lethargic when on pot rather than becoming someone who is pleasant to be around.

 

[Sethzard]

As a rule, nothing good comes out of illegal substances.

Then you have clearly never listened to music. Some of it's pretty frickin' awesome, and a lot of the artists were off their faces when they came up with that shit.

As I said, as a rule, there are exceptions with all rules.

 

[CarlMin]

I'm not sure marijuana is much worse than alcohol or smoking. Or well, it probably is but you get the picture. The problem here is that drugs often lead to other drugs and while I don't judge people who do take drugs, you should never encourage other people to do drugs as well.

I am so sick of people banging the drugs are bad drum. You know what? Almost EVERYTHING is bad for your health. Fucking EXISTING is bad for your health (aging)!

And marijuana is not worse than alcohol and cigarettes, but I am not here to talk about that. The thing is, pot doesn't magically lead you to new drugs if you don't let it do so. If you feel the need to do Heroin, I doubt that not smoking pot would have done anything.

Wait a minute here. Nobody says that pot can "magically lead to other drugs", but to the best of my knowledge, research shows that people who start off with something weaker like marijuana often continue with other drugs.

in many ghetos in la. a kid is more likely to do crack before pot, all a mater of availability, if meth is more available than pot, kids will tend to do meth first. main reason why most people do pot before hard drugs is cause pot is more common and ezer to find than hard drugs in most places in the world.

Of course but that doesn't change the fact that pot is a drug that often leads to other drugs - thus making it extremely hazardous to begin with. Besides, if you take part in the drug industry you are indirectly contributing to the industry which hurt millions of people.

 

[Russian_Assassin]

im sick of morons who hurt there own cause, grow up, by being aggressive you do nothing but reinforce his preexisting ideas. be constructive, don't make it personal, and if you still cant sell them, let them be. by making a scene your the bad guy, any one looking who could ever change there point of view is turned off by your jackassery. if you cared about legalization of pot, you ether grow up and handle it like a mature adult. or keep your mouth shut. reason people think pot is bad is because they were taught that, and the people who taught them were taught that. you cant put the blame on them for not knowing better. all you can do is educate and be polite.

I don't remember the part where I verbally assaulted someone in my post., or "made a scene". I just expressed my feelings on the issue. And telling me to shut my mouth contradicts your "being polite" piece of advise. And yes, I am fully aware of the reason that people are so prejudiced against marijuana, but as I said, that is another story, for another time.

Also, why is everyone always telling others to "grow up"? As if age makes ones opinions more valid. And I don't think that either side in this "war on drugs" is being childish. Everyone has a point of some sorts. But I guess accusing someone of being immature is a great way to shut them up and make their arguments be considered invalid in the eyes of others, isn't it?

 

[GeorgW]

Normally I'd say love comes first, but just for the fact that it's illegal, things change. Love still comes first, it always will, but if you're not that serious yet cut her loose before it gets too far along.
Also, it's not fair if she's forcing you to do something you're not comfortable with.

 

[tofulove]

*snip*.

Yea experimented, she has obviously gone further than just experimenting. From the sounds of it she is - like a lot of weed users - just someone who becomes lethargic when on pot rather than becoming someone who is pleasant to be around.

depends on the strain, the 2 main ones are indica and sativa. indica is more likely to make you lethargic. its a matter of consumption and experience. for me, i am a long time moderate user. i function perfectly with moderate use, and functional no matter how stoned i am.

and if you want to discuss the im sober and there not experience, would you rather be in a room of people who over-consumed pot and are not lethargic and silly. or people who consumed to much beer and are now routy and aggressive. i can tell you from personal experience, being the sober guy with stoners is way more tolerable than the sober guy with drunks.

and choose your pot, if its day time and there things you want to do, use a blend of sativa. you can stay active and alert. if its the end of the day and you want to relax after a long day, get some dinner, spark up a blend of indica and turn the tube on or chill with some friends.

 

[Sethzard]

*snip*.

Yea experimented, she has obviously gone further than just experimenting. From the sounds of it she is - like a lot of weed users - just someone who becomes lethargic when on pot rather than becoming someone who is pleasant to be around.

I don't think we disagree as much as we think (or at least I seem to think) we do. As I said. I know a lot of people who smoke weed regularly. But I do hate that whole weed as a lifestyle thing. It should only be recreational. Sitting around getting stoned all day everyday is just as bad as sitting around getting drunk all day everyday.

Personally I would say that it is worse than alcohol because weed also shoots your short-term memory.
Also, brave hat.