So the closer I get to actually doing spice for the first time the more nevous I get. I'm not really scared or anything it's just I kind of don't really fully know what I'm getting into untill I actually get there. I have nothing but respect for the molecule, I'm just nervous about what I'm going to see.

I am prepared for my first extraction, I've read all the stb methods over and over again and came up with my own method. I'm going to basify the water to about ph 13, add mimosa. Let it stand for about 2 hours agitating every so often. Add naptha, stir and let seperate and repeat X4. After all the solvent is collected I'm going to do a non polar wash with sodium carbonate (washing soda) with the water at a ph of 8.5. Following a freeze precip. Does this sound right?

This extraction will be done within the next week so I would appreciate any input at all as far as my nervousness and my extraction procedure. Thanks in advance for any input.

Hey man, we've all been there, and I myself am still in that stage. Your apprehension and nervousness is 100% COMPLETELY NORMAL and it is a sign that you respect the spice and are taking things in the right direction.

You will not know what to expect until there, and what you see will definitely be something beyond what any of our sober minds can comprehend. Yet you've come this far, respect and take the plunge and I believe you will be just fine.

Much love!

Thank you for the advice, it's truley appreciated.

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