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AMBER – Shockoe Glow (Live Rosin Cartridge) Shockoe Glow is a smooth, body-focused live rosin cart that really shines when it comes to physical comfort and overall feel, without messing with your head. Onset & Overall Feel: The effects don’t hit all at once — it comes on gradually. Within about 5–10 minutes, I felt a calm, cozy sensation starting in my chest and slowly spreading through my body as a light tingling. My heart rate picked up just a bit at first, but it stayed comfortable and settled down quickly. Body Effects: This is where Shockoe Glow really stands out. It made it easy to notice and relax tension in areas where I usually feel tight, like my shoulders and joints. Stretching and moving felt good, and my body just felt more “open” and responsive. Physical sensation was noticeably enhanced, especially once I got comfortable. Mental Effects: Mentally, this stayed very balanced. I felt calm, focused, and present — not spacey, not sleepy, and not stuck in my head. I could relax, but I also felt like I could get up and move around without any problem. Mood & Desire: There was a light, natural increase in desire, especially with visual stimulation, but nothing overwhelming. It felt more like being open and receptive rather than suddenly feeling wired or distracted. Everything stayed very manageable and smooth. Dosing Notes: I started with one 4-second pull around 3.7–3.8V, then later added a very small 1-second pull to dial it in. That second hit helped push the physical effects right where I wanted them without overdoing it. Downsides: Very mild dry mouth, but that was about it. No anxiety, no racing thoughts, and no couch-lock. If anything, the first pull felt just a little under my ideal dose, but it was easy to adjust. Final Thoughts: Shockoe Glow is a great option if you want strong body relaxation, better physical sensitivity, and a clear, calm head. It’s not flashy or overpowering — it just quietly puts you in a really comfortable place.

Great selection ,reasonable prices ,knowledgeable staff that is friendly and patient and they have a drive-thru

This was my first Ohio medicine dispensary visit, I will definitely recommend this location for the product brands I purchased. Staff was friendly informative and chill. The Product Brands I purchased definitely helped improve my quality of days until the were finished

The staff were both very knowledgeable, the store was greatly presented, I love the strains we got. My Wife liked the Blue Lobster, my favorite was the Hash Burger.

Amazing! Very nice and secure, super helpful on finding things and knowledgeable.

The place has good vibes, employees are authentic and eager to help you. Menu is big had a lot of everything only bad thing I could say which isn't too bad is we haven't gotten any weekly deals yet I know they are in the works just can't wait to see what they will be.

Super nice facility, staff is always making sure us patients are taken care of as soon as we hit the door. Online orders are super easy and efficient. One of the staff members enticed me on several products they offer and couldn't be more happy with the result.

Love this company. There are a lot of options online as well as local, but their products are always good quality and I always go back to them! Plus they seem like good people :)

Friendly and educated atmosphere! I am new to the dispensary world and I was taught about all of the products I was interested in during my visit which made my choosing process easier. Also the store has a wide variety of products. Glad to see Greenwood, MS expanding!

Easy in, easy out with a friendly accommodating staff. As a home grower I was more curious than anything about the comparative quality of dispensary cannabis to what I grow. Against my better judgement I bought a half oz. of (Layer cake) smalls as these small buds are generally what I throw away. But I still had high hopes for these smalls coming from a dispensary and all. First thing I do when I get home is get them under a microscope. All the trichcomes are clear headed. This is a sign of a very immature bud that wasn't finished properly and received very little light at the bottom of the plant. They will get you high but it's more of a slam you in the head high than easing you into a euphoric state. They are absent the entourage effects of a fully flowered and finished top shelf bud. If this was a person's first experience with cannabis the anxiety it produces if they over indulge would probably turn them off the plant completely. Unless your on an extremely tight budget, save your money and pay the extra for top shelf, top of the plant bud. You'll be glad you did. I remember now why I dispose of these small and not quite ready for prime time flowers. I do understand that the manufacturer is trying to reduce waste and keep product on the shelf and accommodate those on a budget but there is always a tradeoff when you purchase a discounted flower. Quantity verses Quality. I wasn't a fan of the smalls but my wife enjoyed it. All in all I give Zen Leaf an A+ but keep in mind you usually get what you pay for when it comes to weed. Went back and picked up some Kosher Kush and Enigma...Both are very good and checked all the boxes in what I would consider top shelf smoke..very pleased.

Love FRX!! Employees are extremely nice and very prompt. They run weekly sales and seem to always have a great selection of everything! The drive thru pick up is the icing on the cake!!

Jessica waited on me. She was incredible!! Super friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and very happy to help me. I am absolutely making High Hopes my only dispensary. You can't beat the selection or the service.

My order was on time and ready to pick up when I requested

The staff are product knowledgeable and friendly. GREAT to have a dispensary in Norfolk!!!

Had a lady named Destiny help me with my order. She was very helpful, and got me the best deal possible. Very easy to talk to, knew what I was looking for, and done a great job. Thank you all!!

I am always amazed at the great service. I was helped today by Carly, she helped me understand the point system and saved me some money. She was very pleasant, professional and very knowledgeable.

Very nice clean store, they greet you as soon as you walk in. Didn’t have an issue finding my online orders, plus informed me of deals going on. Since I was first time buyer they also informed me of the discounts I could get (I was getting items on sale so I couldn’t add that to the checkout).

My BudTender was ADRIAN J And she made me feel so welcome and helped me receive exactly what I was looking for. I live very nearby and will be coming back soon.

Bud tenders all friendly and knowledgeable. Orders always accurate and on time. Pricing and discounts have helped drive down costs at all local dispensaries. A welcome addition to local scene.

The best dispensary in the area filled with the best employees!

I received my birthday gifts today, it's cool to give birthday freebies great place definitely my favorite so far

Was in the area and stopped to pickup gummies for sleep. I always take advantage of visiting places where rec mariquana is legal since I live in the ass backwards state of NC where we're ruled by republicans that have gerrymandered the districts to hell and back so they can control people's lives. lol, Funny but I'm serious at the same time. NC will likely be the last state to legalize pot but it'll probably happen only after it's legalized federally. Anyway, about this store, fantastic! Organized, with helpful staff, and reasonably priced. I have been to rec dispensaries in New Mexico, Colorado and California. California and New Mexico stores are excellent and I place this store in the same league. I may not need to bother with visiting these places much longer as the Cherokee tribe in Western NC is opening up for Rec Mariquana on their land on Sept 7th - so next month. They can do this as a sovereign nation, and the best part is they are driving the republican legislature of NC batty. It's fun to watch them twitch when they can't rule people... lol, and the revenue they are forfeiting by not legalizing is a clear demonstration of stubborn stupidity. I highly recommend Chesapeake Apothecary in White Plains, a great experience, great staff.

REALLY knowledgable employees. Nice waiting room. They got a menu of their website you can browse, but I definitely suggest looking at their menu BEFORE you go.

The workers here are always very friendly and treat me Well. I enjoy shopping here. Thanks for your help. Manager is really cool also

Great and knowledge Staff. Couple of recommendations from the Staff have provided great relief for my Cronic Pain.

Nothing this place is the best my favorite dispensary of all time!