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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Well, here we are in the apocalypse.. Didn’t exactly see this coming and it is truly one of the strangest times in history to be alive. We truly hope all of our readers have been staying safe and following all of these social distancing, quarantine, self isolation guidelines we all have been told about. It’s weird out there and this is our special Quarantine Issue featuring Skylar Walker of Pharm Aide Pharms on the cover. So Saint Patrick’s Day came and all the bars were closed. Easter came and all the churches were closed. 4/20 came and all of the events were cancelled. The dispensaries were open though, for the most part. The cannabis industry was declared an essential business in most areas where they have any kind of legalization and that’s pretty cool. Most shops are offering curbside pickup, online ordering and delivery. We’ve included a list of the “Top 7 Ways the Coronavirus is Changing Cannabis Consumption”. Things might never quite be the same again. Speaking of the Coronavirus - The featured story this month is about how the pandemic is spreading behind bars and the non-violent offenders serving time for cannabis crimes locked up inside and potentially facing death because of Covid 19. Read “The Fall of Sky Walker” to learn more. We’re doing our best to spread the word but despite being declared essential Facebook is still flagging cannabis content as being “drugs”. Doomsday preppers are stocking up on weed and we’ve got some special infused ration-recipes to help you

through quarantine. It feels like the 4/20 holiday season is somewhat cancelled but virtual smoke seshes on apps like Zoom and other online forums are allowing the cannabis community to stay in touch in cyberspace, so at least there’s that. You’re much better off not sharing those joints and blunts right now anyway. If you somehow have yet to watch the series “Tiger King” on Netflix please do yourself a favor and binge it as soon as possible. Make sure you get extra high first and have more ready, You’ll need it. Joe Exotic is entertaining but that’s content you won’t want to consume without cannabis. As always, smile at your budtender, tip your delivery driver, and know your dose. “Truth is not obliged to stick to possibilities.”

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Patrick Ian Moore SinglePoint Inc. and Lentil Kale Soup There’s a pandemic happening and the nation is isolating, social distancing and staying in quarantine. Maybe it seems like a weird time to be investing but you never know. Someone is always profiteering off of other people’s misery so there’s got to be some opportunity out there. There’s also some nice things going on. Hand sanitizer with a moisturizing hemp seed oil added sounds good. So does a delicious lentilkale-cannabis soup loaded with everything you need to survive in your bunker. Lentils keep forever, they’re loaded with protein and they’re in the old testament. The apocalypse could be a good time to diversify your portfolio and your palate but you should be high when you do. Read on... QUARANTINE POT STOCKS EDITION SINGLE POINT INC. & LENTIL CANNABIS KALE SOUP

SinglePoint Inc. SinglePoint Inc. (OTCQB: SING) a technology and acquisition company, provides mobile payments, ancillary cannabis services, and block chain solutions in the United States. They recently announced the launch of Klen Hands, a hempseed oil infused Hand Sanitizer. This is an example of how they have consistently been in front of industry trends. Already deep in the cannabis and cleantech sectors, and with a national current crisis happening, SinglePoint immediately saw the need for a crossover into the health sector as shelves are being cleaned out of hand sanitizers. Greg Lambrecht, the CEO, said: "Hand sanitizer is one of the most out of stock products there is in most all retail locations. We do expect to sell out very quickly. As we move into uncertain times, we have developed a product to directly combat the coronavirus. Our hand sanitizer has 62% ethyl alcohol to keep hands klen (clean) as well as hemp seed oil to keep hands soft and hydrated. Sanitize. Hydrate. Repeat." Founded in 2011 SinglePoint, Inc invests in and acquires brands and companies that will benefit from injection of growth capital and the sales and marketing expertise of SinglePoint. The company portfolio currently includes solar, hemp and technology applications. SinglePoint is working to grow the company to a multinational brand.

Lentil Cannabis Kale Soup Ingredients ¼ cup cannabis infused extra virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow or white onion, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 4 garlic cloves, pressed or minced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon curry powder ½ teaspoon dried thyme 1 large can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, lightly drained 1 cup brown or green lentils, picked over and rinsed 4 cups vegetable broth 2 cups water 1 teaspoon salt, more to taste Pinch of red pepper flakes Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 cup chopped fresh collard greens or kale, tough ribs removed 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice (½ to 1 medium lemon), to taste Instructions Warm the cannabis infused olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. One-fourth cup olive oil may seem like a lot, but it adds a lovely richness and heartiness to this nutritious soup. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chopped onion and carrot and cook, stirring often, until the onion has softened and is turning translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, curry powder and thyme. Cook until fragrant while stirring constantly, about 30 seconds. Pour in the drained diced tomatoes and cook for a few more minutes, stirring often, in order to enhance their flavor. Pour in the lentils, broth and the water. Add 1 teaspoon salt and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper. Raise heat and bring the mixture to a boil, then partially cover the pot and reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender but still hold their shape. Transfer 2 cups of the soup to a blender. Securely fasten the lid, protect your hand from steam with a tea towel placed over the lid, and purée the soup until smooth. Pour the puréed soup back into the pot. (Or, use an immersion blender to blend a portion of the soup.) Add the chopped greens and cook for 5 more minutes, or until the greens have softened to your liking. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Taste and season with more salt, pepper and/or lemon juice until the flavors really sing. For spicier soup, add another pinch or two of red pepper flakes. Serve while hot. Leftovers will keep well for about 4 days in the refrigerator, or can be frozen for several months (just defrost before serving). Being locked up alone in a bunker doesn’t mean you can’t stay healthy, high and dining in style.

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