Sitting in the Grass

My First Edible Experience.

Heather Mullin

Nov. 20, 2024

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My First Edible Gummy Experience: A Sweet Surprise (with a Side of Weird Texture)

So, I’ve always been curious about edibles, but I’ve never actually tried one. That is, until one day I found myself staring at a 5mg THC-infused gummy in my hand,which my sister swore to me was worth eating, wondering if this tiny gummy could really take me on a ride. Spoiler alert: It did, but not exactly how I imagined.

The Taste and Texture: A Sugar Rush with a Side of... Chewiness?

When I opened the package, I was immediately hit with that sweet, fruity scent. I popped it into my mouth, and the flavor was just as good as it smelled—like a burst of sugary fruit heaven.

But then… the texture. Oh, the texture. It was soft, yes, but it also had this weird, almost sticky quality. It didn’t quite dissolve the way I expected it to, and it really liked sticking to my teeth. After a few minutes of awkward chewing, I found myself wishing I had a glass of water just to get it out. But hey, I reminded myself—this gummy is supposed to be a fun adventure. I powered through, figuring the payoff would be worth it.

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The Waiting Game: A Lesson in Patience

Now, I’ve heard the stories. People always say edibles take their sweet time to kick in. But did I listen? No. I sat there, staring at the clock like I was waiting for a bus that was late. Thirty minutes passed... nothing. Forty-five minutes... still nothing. I was starting to wonder if I’d somehow missed the edible boat. Maybe it wasn't all hype? I even had thoughts of taking another…

But then, right around the one-hour mark, I felt it. The shift. It was subtle—like someone had turned the volume down on my brain. Suddenly, the world felt just a little bit softer. I wasn’t "high" in the way I thought I’d be, but there was a definite sense of calm creeping in.

The First Signs: A Subtle, Yet Surreal Calm

By the time I hit 90 minutes, the effects were in full swing. It wasn’t a crazy rush of euphoria like I imagined, but rather a smooth, soothing wave of relaxation. Everything felt a little more enjoyable, even if it was just sipping water or listening to my favorite tunes. It was like everything had gotten just a touch more vivid, but in the best possible way.

I wasn’t floating or seeing double, but I was definitely present—like the universe had decided to give me a cozy hug. I am not sure what other way to describe it, I just felt so good.

The Come Down: Smooth and Simple

As the evening went on, the effects gently started to wear off. There was no crash or weird side effects—just a gradual return to normal. I didn’t feel groggy or out of it, just calm and content. No headache No overwhelming feeling of hunger. Honestly, I was a little bummed it was over, but I also felt satisfied, like I’d just had the perfect amount of time to relax and unwind.

Final Thoughts: A Fun, If Chewy, Adventure

In the end, my first edible gummy experience was way more fun than I expected. Sure, the texture was a little strange, but the effects? Absolutely worth it. I wasn’t blown away or totally out of it, but it was the perfect, chill vibe that I was hoping for.

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