Washington state’s legal recreational marijuana sales began this morning, and we collected 20 of the best tweets, pics and videos from the web for your perusing.
The 20 best tweets from Weegalization Morn:
1. This might be the best tweetpic of the day.
Married couple Lori Bradford and Ellen McCauley waiting to get some legal pot. Came here because, "I'm low" #WApot pic.twitter.com/NglnfGXuI5
— Andy Mannix (@AndrewMannix) July 8, 2014
2. And it’s now official.
First puppy in state to buy legal pot #wapot pic.twitter.com/n7tNXMzsuO
— Bryan Cohen (@bchasesc) July 8, 2014
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[poll id=”4″]3. How much are people paying for Washington marijuana?
OG's Pearl: runs $26.50 after tax for 2 grams #WApot pic.twitter.com/33BUvT2YfE
— Andy Mannix (@AndrewMannix) July 8, 2014
4. How much are people making fun of pot shops’ punny names?
A shame WSLCB didn't rank potential #wapot shops by best name than by lottery. https://t.co/DCkJQgZ5ra "Purple Dank"? Seriously?
— Hayden Mack (@haydenmack) May 2, 2014
5. How excited are some Washington residents about July 8, the beginning of retail pot sales in the state?
This guy isn't even buying. Just wanted to hang out #WApot pic.twitter.com/wGt5raTBTj
— Andy Mannix (@AndrewMannix) July 8, 2014
6. They’re getting ready.
Caution tape now adorns the Cannabis City store front. Owner James Lathrop poses out front with staff. #WApot pic.twitter.com/tRd94oyya1
— Evan Bush (@evanbush) July 8, 2014
7. Look, there’s video proof!
Over-the-counter marijuana on sale at Top Shelf Cannabis in Bellingham. #wapot https://t.co/tR7W21Y1se
— Dean Broughton (@DeanVanSun) July 8, 2014
8. The media is on the case.
Mostly media so far at Cannabis City on Sodo. pic.twitter.com/s1SsqxQlHA
— Evan Bush (@evanbush) July 8, 2014
9. And so is the state’s Liquor Control Board.
Justin Nordhorn, enforcement chief for Liquor Control Board arrives at Cannabis City for last minute education, check pic.twitter.com/8Obp9Tevvp
— Bob Young (@PotReporter) July 8, 2014
10. And so is this lady.
Betty Desire of Bellingham bought some high-end indica she will use before she goes dancing. #wapot https://t.co/wJX8vC7aMx
— Dean Broughton (@DeanVanSun) July 8, 2014
11. This woman waited overnight at the lone Seattle pot shop opening today — and this Seattle Times reporter (with one of our favorite Twitter handles) took a selfie with her.
Selfie with Deb Greene, grandma who waited overnight (safely) to be 1st to buy legal pot in Seattle. pic.twitter.com/lc5rpxlqjD
— Bob Young (@PotReporter) July 8, 2014
12. Meanwhile this dude is figuring out how to skip the line.
Damien Tillman is considering paying someone to get to front of Cannabis City line. pic.twitter.com/r7Z3lpktpD
— Bob Young (@PotReporter) July 8, 2014
13. Washington marijuana isn’t just for the young kids.
Mama Rodriguez got her pot. 2 grams, receipt in the bag. #WApot pic.twitter.com/DLwHLY8hYf
— Andy Mannix (@AndrewMannix) July 8, 2014
14. And it’s also not just for the older kids.
First bag of pot sold. This guy is officially a celebrity #WApot pic.twitter.com/zSEKPaTSsR
— Andy Mannix (@AndrewMannix) July 8, 2014
15. And it’s also not just for the businesses giving stuff away to attract publicity.
Free breakfast @9 from @leafly truck in South Lake Union — not that kind of food — with Cannabis 101 brochure. http://t.co/h7aLYA0fN3.wa
— Bob Young (@PotReporter) July 8, 2014
16. It’s still hard to believe only one Seattle shop is opening today.
Seattle has a single pot shop opening on their 1st day of legal weed. What gives? My essay for the @cannabist http://t.co/aqZOt5DxMN #WApot
— John Wenzel (@johnwenzel) July 8, 2014
17. Munchies jokes will never die, they’ll only become stronger.
If you were wondering, the Subway next door is making a killing with folks in line for #WApot at Cannabis City. pic.twitter.com/hCt6cW6Ph2
— Evan Bush (@evanbush) July 8, 2014
18. The same can be said of stoner pacifist jokes.
Surprise surprise: lone security guard who has been here since 7 a.m. says absolutely no problems. #wapot pic.twitter.com/inBKgaGmAP
— Mike Hager (@MikePHager) July 8, 2014
19. This is not true. But it is funny. And shouldn’t it read “BYOC”?
BREAKING: Governor Inslee to host hot box in executive limo on capitol lawn at 4:20. BYOB. #wapot
— Alex Nelson (@awnelson17) July 8, 2014
20. And now, they start celebrating and using “#blessed.”
Surreal… First packet sold in the state of WA under #i502. We did it!!!! #grateful #happy #WApot pic.twitter.com/YxAHplfydl
— Nine Point Growth In (@NinePointGrow) July 8, 2014
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