I have been using the herb kratom for about 9 years. I’m a healthy, law-abiding 69 year old wife, mother, grandma with hip & knee pain. Kratom helps me manage my pain & allows me to live an active lifestyle without making me feel drugged or “high”. I’m still working, I ride my bicycle, play soccer with my grandchildren, & have a clean bill of health from my doctor. Although I live in Minnesota, I have a sister, a niece, & a nephew who recently moved to Virginia. I have been looking forward to visiting them in your beautiful state. Please don’t criminalize me when I cross your state line.  Thank you for hearing my concerns.