Hi Quitter,
Congratulations on your 46 days!!! You are doing really well, but I think you are expecting too many results too quickly. Some people are able to rid themselves of those thoughts early on, but, if we are honest, many of us will relate to every word you wrote and at various times in our quits.
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The quitting process is just stretching on, and on, and on.
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That is exactly what is happening, as it needs to stretch on and on. You did not learn to smoke quickly, and, for that reason, it takes time for a quit to become established. Some one told me you need to go through all the seasons to feel you have met all the challenges....everyone is different.
Somewhere in your mind, the inner junkie is tying your psyche to smoking and not allowing you to let go. I remember thinking many a time..."Well I can always go back to smoking!" Suddenly one day, I just knew I would not and could not go back. I wrote a farewell letter to smoking to help me make that break....it was around 84 days I think. Anyway, I did not look back, but there were still trials ahead, and my real comfort came much further down the line.
You are still 'young' in your quit. For now, just be really proud of what you are achieving, remain positive, and look forward to the days of freedom ahead. Know that this release WILL arrive in it's own time. Your attitude and determination will all go to bring that about.
Stay strong! NEVER LOOK BACK, THE FUTURE IS AHEAD!!!
Lolly. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 11/25/2004
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 509
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 17,837
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] �2545
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 70 [B]Hrs:[/B] 21 [B]Mins:[/B] 49 [B]Seconds:[/B] 28
HUGE CONGRATULATIONS NAN!!!!
What an amazing quitter you are! I remember thinking "Good for you!" when you first came on site, and you have been a sure strength and role model for so many sice then.
It's so wonderful to see you reach your first year quit!
Love Lolly. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 11/25/2004
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 509
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 17,837
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] �2545
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 70 [B]Hrs:[/B] 21 [B]Mins:[/B] 46 [B]Seconds:[/B] 13
Well it's quite a while since I posted the Weekend Promise.....
I just thought that, since it's a long weekend, many people may not be able to get in here as much, especially the new quitters. To all of you I say, get those coping skills honed and ready.....this is just the time the Nicodemon will try to get you!
You are too good for him and will be prepared with the positive attitude and coping mechanisms....won't you?!!!
I promise not to smoke this long Easter Weekend. Please join me in making that commitment. Wherever you are in the world I wish you peace and joy this Easter time!
Whatever it takes, just don't smoke!!!
Never Look Back, The Future is Ahead!
Love Lolly. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 11/25/2004
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 504
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 17,663
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] �2520
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 70 [B]Hrs:[/B] 5 [B]Mins:[/B] 17 [B]Seconds:[/B] 12
As usual Duffis, you hit the nail on the head. Love the post!!!
Love Lolly. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 11/25/2004
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 504
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 17,663
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] �2520
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 70 [B]Hrs:[/B] 5 [B]Mins:[/B] 15 [B]Seconds:[/B] 27
NEVER LOOK BACK, THE FUTURE IS AHEAD!!!
You will have such a wonderful, free future. I hope your words will help someone else, but for you.....do not have regrets or look back. Enjoy and embrace this quit as if it was your first!
Many of us would say, "There but for the grace of God go I!"
Stay strong!
Love Lolly. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 11/25/2004
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 505
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 17,697
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] �2525
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 70 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 26 [B]Seconds:[/B] 41
Go SSC Team!!!
They are indeed the best! Love and kisses as always from France!
Lolly. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 11/25/2004
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 505
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 17,697
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] �2525
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 70 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 25 [B]Seconds:[/B] 42
HI Kaiser,
I will be Smokeless in France this weekend! Lolly. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 11/25/2004
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 505
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 17,697
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] �2525
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 70 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 23 [B]Seconds:[/B] 16
Hi Ln,
With all the preparation and planning you did, and with such a great determination, you are on the road to a wonderful quit!
I wish you a Happy Easter, and a fantastic new, free life!
Stay Strong my friend!
Lolly. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 11/25/2004
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 505
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 17,697
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] �2525
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 70 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 23 [B]Seconds:[/B] 58
Huge Congratulations Pete!!
You deserve to celebrate, so just you go and reward yourself whatever it is! I'm wishing you well!
Love Lolly. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 11/25/2004
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 505
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 17,697
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] �2525
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 70 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 25 [B]Seconds:[/B] 28
Hi Luna,
Another 'oldie' late too!!! Sorry, but the Congratulations are just as well meant as if they were yesterday.
You have been an amazing asset to the site and you deserve to enjoy your 1 year anniversay and reward.
As Rachel said, it can only get better......that Freeeeeeeedom gets even better too!!!
Lolly. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 11/25/2004
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 507
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 17,767
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] �2535
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 70 [B]Hrs:[/B] 15 [B]Mins:[/B] 2 [B]Seconds:[/B] 43
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