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An individual named RODERICK EDWARDS, would like nothing more than to see Preterist Radio, AD70.NET & The Hairy Ticks Variety Show fail.

RODERICK EDWARDS would like for everyone to know that: MICHAEL LOOMIS USES MARIJUANA MEDICINALLY!!!

There you go RODERICK!!!

Now you don't have to waste anymore of your time sneaking around telling my supporters and detractors this FACTUAL STATEMENT.

THANK YOU FOR STATING THE OBVIOUS AND THE TRUTH!!!

A truth that everyone I am working with professionally are aware or. A truth that more than 50% of Preterist Radio's listening audience is also aware of.

The only reason everyone doesn't know is because I've never really felt it necessary to BROADCAST PUBLICALLY my PERSONAL MEDICAL HISTORY and what my doctor considers an effective and LEGAL treatment for my PERSONAL medical situation.

I don't typically tell people when I take any other LEGAL medication that I am prescribed by my doctor.

YES Roderick...I am using a LEGAL treatment. If I lived somewhere that it weren't, I would seek another LEGAL option or move somewhere that it is a LEGAL option.

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NOW...For the reason I decided that marijuana used medicinally was the best option in my situation. Fortunately California is one of 16 states in the U.S. that have legalized the use of marijuana medicinally, because of it's therapeutic properties.

Here is where the story begins...

Just under 3 years ago I went to lunch with a good friend that sat next to me at the Calvary Chapel School of Ministry. We got to that point in conversation where we began sharing our ailments. 

I had just turned 37 years old and migraines had become an accepted part of my life. The causes of migraine's and migraine syndrome's are somewhat illusive. 

Although much about the cause of migraines isn't understood, genetics and environmental factors seem to both play a role.

Migraines may be caused by changes in the brainstem and its interactions with the trigeminal nerve, a major pain pathway. Imbalances in brain chemicals, including serotonin — which helps regulate pain in your nervous system — also may be involved. Source: Mayo Clinic

In other words...Sometimes the cause of migraines isn't easily discovered. Fortunately I had been able to narrow down the cause in my situation. Severe Bruxism.

Bruxism (BRUK-siz-um) is a condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth. If you have bruxism, you may unconsciously clench your teeth together during the day or grind them at night, which is called sleep bruxism.

Bruxism may be mild and may not even require treatment. However, it can be frequent and severe enough to lead to jaw disorders, headaches, damaged teeth and other problems. Because you may have sleep bruxism and be unaware of it until complications develop, it's important to know the signs and symptoms of bruxism and to seek regular dental care. Source: Mayo Clinic

In my case I've had to have my teeth repaired many times over the past 20 years from the damage done. It is severe enough that I have actually chewed through the night guards I use multiple times.

Over the years I tried many different NATURAL or BEHAVIORAL modifications like working out(physical exhertion), calming teas, valerian root, kava root, melatonin, calming music, ZERO sugar diet, no caffeine, etc. All of which helped some but never enough. 

The next option was to seek other less than natural means.

1. Muscle Relaxers: This is only short term and the cost of the side or other effects of the drugs were too great.

2. Botox Injections: I could have Botulism Toxin injected into key jaw muscle that cause the grinding action. Problem is...There is a chance that it could effect my ability to speak properly. Doesn't fly well with me. I need my voice to make a living.

3. Narcotic Medications: Ummmm...Yeah...No explanation needed here. Highly addictive. Damaging to internal organs. Oh yeah...Possible side effect: DEATH

4. Do nothing...Suffer.

Needless to say, none of these options are acceptable to me. And I would hope that they would not be acceptable to any of you either.

I was standing at a crossroads...

So I'm sitting there having lunch with a former Calvary Chapel School of Ministry student and friend. Explaining to him my frustrations with the limited options that were made available. 

He said, "Have you ever considered using medical marijuana?" 

I laughed, "Ha...I haven't touched that stuff since high school...Really?"

That's when he proceeded to tell me all about the progress being made with marijuana used in a medicinal manner. 

So...Considering my other NON-Options I got over my Southern Baptist sensitivities and went to see a doctor about marijuana. I took my dental history with me and asked a lot of questions. After about 30 minutes with the doctor she told me that she believed that marijuana was a viable option for my condition. 

And so my journey began.

2.5 years later and the migraines are virtually non-existent. If I do happen to get one marijuana brings releif in UNDER 5 MINUTES!!!

A little bit in the evenings once I'm ready to settle down for bed helps me sleep much more restfully. The teeth grinding and jaw clenching has been reduced significantly. And I've not chewed through a night guard since.

How do you administer it Mike? 

1. Vaporizer - No combustion or flame.
2. Edibles: Brownies, cookies, etc.
3. Tea.
4. Tincture
5. Combustion: Smoking.
6. Concentrate
7. Topical Ointment: Muscle pain, soreness, etc.

I use all of these methods depending on the need. Each method has certain benefits that others might not. Hence the need for the different methods of administration.

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Since most of you guys are already aware, this information should not be of any surprise to you. For those of you that didn't know...Now you know why I've been posting the results of my studies on the use of marijuana medicinally here over the last 2 years.

If any of you have any questions for me I am more than happy to answer any questions you might have. 

Regarding my use of marijuana medicinally: I've done nothing wrong. I've done nothing illegal. I've done nothing immoral or unethical. I'm simply following my doctors orders. 

And my life and health has benefited greatly from this plant that has ALWAYS been used medicinally until more recent years.

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Now Roderick, and your disciples, take some advice the apostle Paul.

1 Thessalonians 4:10-12 But we urge you, brethren, that you increase more and more; that you also aspire to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you, that you may walk properly toward those who are outside, and that you may lack nothing.