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Don't let the name fool you—Blueberry Pancakes is incredibly strong stuff. Great for pain and completly zoned-out levels of relaxation, this strain is a classic "weigh you down" indica. Be careful not to overindulge recreationally; Blueberry Pancakes tends to make you dizzy and lightheaded, and will make you sick if you go too hard (or, at least that's what happened to me).

Surprisingly for an indica, Grape Ape is an excellent strain for those who like to indulge recreationally but still want to feel motivated enough to be active and social. Sore muscles, headaches, and insomnia are no match for Grape Ape, as this strain eases even the worst pain and restlessness smoothly. This strain is great for less-experienced smokers and lightweights, too, since it's light enough (especially when vaporized) to enjoy without weighing you down into a melty puddle of boring. Those with social anxiety (like me) will love Grape Ape, as will creative, chatty types (guilty!). Anxiety and depression sufferers can also benefit from this strain. I suggest loading a handheld vaporizer with Grape Ape and hitting the town—you won't be disappointed!

Blueberry Muffin was a slightly heavier indica than I expected. Excellent for full-on relaxation, but don't expect to be too active with this one! Also: Communication skills (e.g., talking and making sense) waned considerably, but if you're into going with the flow of strains, it can be fun.

Though unassuming from the street, this intimate Olympia, WA dispensary's potent (or gentle) offerings pack a memorable punch. The Green Lady was the first cannabis stop on my road trip last weekend from Portland to Olympia and Lake Cushman, but proved to be a highlight destination in itself. I even brought my dad! Weekends and evenings (I was there on a summery Friday afternoon after the local college's graduation ceremony) seem to draw small crowds, so expect a relatively short wait in the plush, doctor's office-esque lounge. Be warned: This dispensary is cash only, but luckily, the Green Lady provides an ATM with a relatively inexpensive fee (something around $1.50, I think). After chilling for a bit with the friendly front-of-house staff, my father and I were ushered into the small, crowded retail area, impressively packed from floor-to-ceiling with a wide array of top-notch cannabis offerings. There seemed to be more tourists than locals. We were met at the counter by a knowledgeable and extremely personable attendant, who happily answered all of our questions with encyclopedic accuracy. My dad even got down-and-dirty with several salespeople about popular Thai marijuana strains of the '60s and '70s (adorable!). The Green Lady's standout products (for me) include their selection of tinctures and pre-rolled joints in an astonishing variety of indicas, sativas, and exotic hybrids. (Their loose, packaged flower buds were great, too, if you're into that.) The accessories selection was small but impressive, boasting a teeny-tiny, travel-sized aluminum grinder. However, because cannabis tourism is a thing of spontaneity, expect higher prices on accessories (like grinders, pipes, etc.) since so many folks (like me) forget the essentials. D'oh! One other thing: The edibles selection seemed limited, especially candies. I did get my hands on some very low-THC (5 mg) lozenges made locally in lemongrass and cinnamon, which were delightful. I will definitely be returning to this friendly, neighborhood dispensary the next time I find myself in Olympia, WA!