You cannot imagine the depression that sets in, as you contemplate the realities associated with fighting the government over a medicinal plant. I have seen everything I worked for destroyed by the harsh hands of a government that refuses to accept what scientists and medical professionals continue to say, "Cannabis IS a medicine," especially in non-smoked form. I try to stay strong amidst the pressures of facing a federal prosecution for something that one believes in. It would be a lie if I told you I was not depressed, angry, and frustrated, but I must stay strong in these times of peril. It is perative that we perservere and create awareness for all patients and providers to operate in a safe and effective manner.