In Loving Memory of Ryan Saunders

Apotheosis Recently while vacationing in Malaysia, Ryan went on a mission to experience the Orangutan sanctuary. Sadly, he didn't get a chance to fulfill his most recent adventure. In true Ryan fashion; riding on a motorcycle, living the dream, he met his untimely death. Ryan will be remembered as a loving mamma's boy, with a gypsy soul, a bit of a prankster and a joker. He taught me a lot of important lessons, some directly and some vicariously. As i began my adolescent phase of experimentation and self-discovery his life experience and honest to-your-face answers to my youthful inquiries were indespensible. Aside from the usual stuff your big brother and his gang of skydiving lunatic friends normally teach you, he showed me how to roll a big mulitpaper joint, explained why you corner a bowl, and how to deal with comedowns and hangovers. My party days are over now, but the rules and ideas passed to me, and the example laid before me, will forever remain in my heart. According to his wishes, his remains were cremated and distributed in small containers to his world-wide tribe of friends and family, so he literally could be all around the globe. My portion will be mixed into the potting soil during this grow's first potting transplant. Ryan, this grow is for you. And technically part of you. Or maybe you are part of it? Either way, you will be missed, but out of the ashes of your story rises the phoenix of new life. Life in a form you loved as much as I do. Blue skies, Forever.

Apotheosis Day 7: We have the healthy little sapling above ground now. Transferred into 20L pot, watered and looking healthy

Apotheosis Looking good so far! Lots of new growth and gorgeous colour! Leaves are firm and supple, stems are strong and fragrance is out of this world!

Apotheosis Starting to see some really cool development. Very pistily leaves all around the bud sites, in every direction! Almost gives it a thistle-like appearance