Patient4200,

I will start off in saying that you are 100% correct in starting from the "bottom up". It DOES work. However, bringing up issues when one has the opportunity to do so ALSO makes a difference. Calling Dr. Vigil's office is one step in that process.

Let me ask you a question....have you called Dr. Vigil's office?

Not being confrontational as that is not my nature or intent, but if people do not start somewhere, then NOTHING will happen.

Case in point, I was part of a grass roots program in my city/town to oppose something that I personally felt was "cramming" something down my neighbors' and family's throat.

After being part of something really small....as small as a neighborhood organization....we were able to get the attention of our legislators to cease the actions that were being thrust upon us. On THAT day, I realized that if people do not say anything...express their opinions respectfully/tactfully...then nothing will happen.

Long story short, it worked. ONLY because people voiced their concerns and opinions.

I have written my legislators, petitioned the DOH, called Dr. Vigil's office.....THAT is what I can do. New Mexico is one of a handful of states that allow medical cannabis for people. If individuals did NOT voice their opinions, no matter how small, then nothing would have/will get done.

I remember 10 to 15 short years ago, Medical Marijuana was not even on the minds of people. If everyone just sat back and did nothing, I doubt that anything would have been done.

Patient4200 makes some good points folks....take the time to write a letter AND make a phone call.

Respectfully,


Sandia