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Whoops-a-daisy: 'Significant' outdoor bust in Lethbridge history wasn't weed

 

Michael Platt

Yesterday at 8:55 PM

Can you tell the difference? Find out below the story. — It’s blooming embarrassing, is what it is. The best part: police still won’t admit the plants they seized in what was supposedly the biggest outdoor marijuana bust in Lethbridge history are plain old flowers — daisies, to be precise. All police will concede at this point is the 1,624 plants torn from a suburban Lethbridge garden on July 30 isn’t marijuana, as first claimed after a phalanx of police marched in and starting plucking. “This is a significant bust, given the size of this operation,” is how a senior officer put it at the time, while proudly displaying garbage bags full of the dastardly daises. That same officer, Staff Sergeant Wes Houston, now admits the plant haul was a mistake. “In any investigation, police count public safety as our top priority — our decision to seize the plants was made with the best information we had at the time,” said Houston, leader of CFSEU-Lethbridge. Police were certainly convinced they had a huge haul of pot — and this was not the opinion of some lone rookie, frisky at the prospect of a big drug raid. This was the judgment of veteran officers from the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team — supposedly the best drug squad this province has to offer. So many badges, and apparently, so little clue — at least when it comes to the difference between daisies and dope. It’d be pure comedy if not for the damage the dubious raid may have caused. There’s the garden. These plants, called Montauk daisies, have been growing in Ryan Thomas Rockman’s yard for the past decade, and the once lush yard, tended by the avid gardener, is now trashed. And speaking of trashed, there’s the 41-year-old grandfather’s reputation. Rockman freely admits smoking pot to alleviate back pain, and says he’s applied to the federal government for a medicinal marijuana licence. But there’s a vast gap between possessing marijuana for personal use and growing huge crops of the stuff for the sake of trafficking. Rockman is still facing four charges connected to 1.5 pounds of marijuana and 6.3 grams of resin allegedly found in his home, but that’s a small-time bust by any law enforcement definition. It was the 1,624 plants that got cops excited, and it’s the 1,624 plants that made Rockman sound like a big league dealer. “They muddied my name pretty good,” Rockman told reporters shortly after the big bust. “The whole situation makes me want to hang my head and cry.” It’s especially sad when Rockman kept telling police that the plants they’d torn from his yard were daises — this wasn’t some ruse that caught police off guard. At first glance, and certainly to an untrained eye, the daisies do look a little like weed. Tamara Cartwright-Poulits, director of the Southern Alberta Cannabis Club, knows Rockman, and at one point, she had the very same daises growing in her yard. “To be fair, they do look very similar. You have to look close to see the difference,” said Cartwright-Poulits. She lists a number of obvious clues — the number and shape of the leaves being the most obvious — but she says it’s one thing for an average person to be fooled, another for a seasoned drug cop. “This just shows they are totally uneducated about marijuana, and when you’re dealing with law enforcement officers, that’s unacceptable,” said Cartwright-Poulits. “To me, this looks like they were scrambling for the big bust, hoping for a big headline.” She’s harsh, as you’d expect from someone dedicated to making marijuana legal. But her criticism about police being easily duped by a common garden plant has the sting of truth — and if the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team isn’t asking tough questions, they should be. A major drug trafficker growing his crop outdoors in a backyard? That alone should have raised red flags — and when the target of the bust tells you the plants are daisies, it’s worth checking with a horticulturist before putting out a province-wide press release. It’s a funny story, and one that’s bound to make the rounds as an example of sloppy police work — but long-term damage to the reputation of Alberta’s crack drug squad is no laughing matter. Instead of catching criminals red-handed, this case has police red faced. Whoops-a-daisy, indeed. michael.platt@sunmedia.ca  

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Enjoy your breasts

    Your boobs are wily little seductresses. They poke proactively out of bikini tops, peek over lacy push-up bras, and flaunt their fabulousness naked in bed—turning any red-blooded heterosexual male into a panting pile of mush. But what most women don't realize is that their boobs can give them heaps of satisfaction too. "The majority of research is geared toward keeping breasts healthy, and not nearly enough is known about how women can enjoy their breasts during sex," says Debby Herbenick, Ph. D., a sexual-health educator at the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University. The truth is, your boobs play an important role in pleasing both of you. These six moves will help you double your pleasure and ensure they're not left out of the fun. Cuddle up When your partner caresses your breasts, your brain releases a warm and fuzzy chemical into your bloodstream called oxytocin, says Beverly Whipple, Ph. D., professor emerita at Rutgers University. This powerful love hormone, also triggered by hugging and orgasm, fosters a strong bonding feeling between you and your partner. To maximize its effect, while you're on top, have your guy sit up and wrap your arms around his neck, pressing your breasts into his chest. Or, while in missionary, pull him toward you until your nipples graze his chest and focus on synchronizing your breathing. This touching and heaving at the same time will boost intimacy, and—because arousal increases blood flow—your breasts will feel warm, making your embrace feel even cozier. Tease them The same way a guy can become erect just like that, a woman's breasts can stand at attention sans direct contact. In fact, the mere suggestion of sexual touch can fire off pleasurable sensations in your breasts. To make your hills come alive without actually touching them, "have your guy rest his fingertips lightly on your sternum (the middle of your chest), then move them toward either breast, drawing light circles over the entire area," says Jaiya, co-author of Red Hot Touch. His barely there caress will stimulate the microscopic hairs on your boobs and the fine-touch nerves under the skin's surface, creating bliss-inducing shivers. Relish new sensations Your man may be good with his hands, but encourage him to touch your chest with something less expected once in a while. The feel of soft jersey sheets, cool body lotion, or even silky fabric can make sex more thrilling. "Introducing various types of sensation adds a new feel to ordinary touch," says Ian Kerner, Ph. D., author of She Comes First. During sex, have him rub your breasts with a pair of silk underwear, tickle your nipples with a feather, or smooth hand cream all over your girls. And don't overlook the benefits his body can bring. Press your boobs into his smooth back, or dangle them over his face during girl on top, tracing them over his nose, cheekbones, and lips—or just glide his penis across your chest.   Focus above the areola Those nipples, always hogging the spotlight. But they're actually not the most sensitive region of the chest. The flesh directly above the areola (the colored skin surrounding the nipple) is the real star of the show. "We think of nipples as primary erogenous zones—which they are, to a degree—but that's partially because they're so visible," Jaiya says. "However, studies have shown that women feel more pleasurable sensations above them." Have your guy rub the 10 o'clock to two o'clock zones with an ice cube, then blow hot air on the wet parts for head-to-toe chills. Or, while in missionary, he can use the tip of his tongue to lick circles around the area, slowly moving down to your nipple and areola (the second most sensitive zone on your breast). The pressure from his tongue will activate a tiny muscle just beneath the surface that flips on your headlights so he can then flick them ever so gently with his tongue. Get wet Mix things up by hopping in the shower with your guy and turning the faucet to hot (but not scorching). The heat brings blood to the skin's surface and elevates body temperature, both of which make your skin more sensitive to the touch, says Sandor Gardos, Ph. D., founder of mypleasure.com, an online sex-toy store. Then have your guy soap up your breasts. The feeling of his hands slipping and sliding all over your boobs combined with the hot water will get both your libidos racing. Also consider experimenting with the settings on your shower head—the pulsate function will provide direct, massaging pressure, while a lighter one will feel more soothing. Not in the mood for a shower? Having your guy massage your breasts with a steamy wet towel will reap similar benefits. Maximize your size Your breasts may be his go-to spot on your bod, but how often do you luxuriate in the sensuality of your own curves? Never? Well, you're missing out. "Some women don't take the opportunity to relish their breasts during sex (or solo sex), especially if they're self-conscious about their cup size," Kerner says. But guess what—all women, regardless of bra size, have the same amount of nerve endings and feel an equal amount of pleasure--and experts say boobs can grow up to 25 percent bigger when aroused. The trick is to tailor the type of touch to your size. In general, women with larger breasts can handle a slightly firmer grip because they have more fatty tissue. So when you're on top, cup your boobs, lift them slightly, and squeeze. Feeling their full weight can be a huge turn-on. If you have a smaller set, push your breasts together with the sides of your arms to create eye-popping cleavage. Or, while you're in the spoon position, reach up and feel them jiggle with every thrust. Read more: http://www.womenshealthmag.com/sex-and-relationships/sex-tips-2