07/24/2026
Thank You, Toledo. 💚
As this chapter of my life slowly comes to an end, I've been reflecting on an incredible journey—one that could never have happened without this city.
When I returned to Toledo, I came with a mission. I believed there was a better way to help people through cannabis. Back then, the idea of opening a cannabis store that didn't get people high sounded crazy to most. But Toledo believed in that vision.
In 2013, Toledo H**p Center opened its doors and became more than just a store. It became a place where people came looking for hope, answers, and a better quality of life. Together, we helped introduce thousands of people to C*D, educated our community, and proved that cannabis could be about wellness, compassion, and helping others—not just getting high.
What makes me the proudest isn't that we were early. It's that we used our platform to give back. Together, we organized community events, supported local causes, built lasting friendships, and showed what a small business with a big heart could accomplish. Every smile, every success story, and every life that was positively impacted became part of Toledo H**p Center's legacy.
After 11 unforgettable years, Toledo H**p Center closed its doors in 2024. While the storefront may be gone, what we built together will always live on. Legacies aren't measured by how long a business stays open—they're measured by the lives it touches.
My mission here has been fulfilled. I've accomplished what I came back to do.
Where will my journey take me next? Only time will tell. But I know it's almost time to spread my wings and find my next landing pad. Wherever that may be, a piece of my heart will always belong to Toledo.
To everyone who walked through our doors, shared your story, trusted me, believed in my vision, or simply cheered us on—thank you. You made this journey unforgettable.
And to my hometown...
Never stop believing in crazy ideas. Sometimes they change lives.
And one last thing...
Keep dancing, my friends... keep dancing. 💚
With love, gratitude, and a heart full of memories,
Thank you, Toledo
