Ok, so I think I did my first plant wrong.
Curing is the process after harvest, before drying, during which many of the cells metabolic processes continue for a while. The cells retain moisture and convert complex carbohydrates back into simple sugars and break down some pigments, including Chlorophyll. As the Chlorophyll is metavolized, the bUd turned a lighter shade of green. Other pigments formerly hidden from the Chlorophyll, become apparent, coloring the bud with red, yellow, and purple highlights. Buds that are dried too quickly retain more Chlorophyll and have a greener more minty taste, buds that are cured properly have the smooth draw of fine herb.
Since I'm obviously slow I think I'm going to need a step, by step.
From cutting the stalk to rolling it up. If someone could do that for me is be very appreciative.