Adam
Are you really sure that you want to give up those 7 days? Really, the worst is over, things will start to ease up this coming week. I won't lie to you, week 2 is not a piece of cake, but it does get much, much easier with every passing day.
Are you really all that "silently unhappy"? Or is that nicodemon living in your head the one that's unhappy? I think you know the answer there. You are stronger than he is, it's just a little frightening and intimidating to stand up to him. Go ahead though, stand up to him, you are bigger, better, and stonger than he is and you can and will win.
You know Penguin is right about your stats....you even posted a second time to show them off....you are feeling proud of those 7 days aren't you? Rightfully so, be proud, act proud, feel proud.....boast your pride, you deserve to do so.
Your wife is going to manage your quit? Honey, she can't do this for you, she can't feel the withdrawals for you......YOU are the only one who can quit YOUR addiction. Now, having said that, your wife can definatly play an important role in your quit. I would suggest that she do some research of her own and find out how to be supportive of you in your quit.
I really hope you choose to continue with your quit but also know that if you need more time, we will be here when you are ready.
Stay strong...you deserve this quit
Sheila ;p
DD
You are on the right track to a successful quit. Being here to read and post really helps a lot. And your first post was just fine, keep 'em coming, feel free to post as much as you need to or want to. Have you worked through the program tools on the left? Thats the best place you can start your quit.
Welcome aboard...stay close to this site for the next few days and yell when you need some help.
Sheila ;p
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/4/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 58
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,753
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $290
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 4 [B]Hrs:[/B] 16 [B]Mins:[/B] 52 [B]Seconds:[/B] 47
Careful there Neek! It's not nice to ask a woman her age...lol
At age 35 and two months quit after 20 years os smoking, I feel much younger than I did at age 25.
Sheila ;p
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/4/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 58
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,753
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $290
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 4 [B]Hrs:[/B] 16 [B]Mins:[/B] 53 [B]Seconds:[/B] 6
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WoooHooo!!! Redrosie!!! Congratulations on making it to the beach...have fun basking in the sun...
Sheila ;p
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/4/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 66
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,989
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $330
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 5 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 5 [B]Seconds:[/B] 45
Lady,
I think we all "own" our quits from the moment we decide to quit and make the commitment to ourselves.
It's kinda like buying a house....you make a commitment, sign on the dotted line and now you "own" it. So, what are you going to do with it? Maybe some refurbishing or redecorating? Quitting smoking refurbishes our health and redecorates our lives. It�s the same life (or same house) just with a fresh coat of paint....a new look....a new attitude.
Things will probably break down at some point so general repairs and maintenance will be required along the way. The important thing is that we tend to the repairs before we have a huge problem and keep up with the maintenance to avoid any unnecessary issues.
You are right; you have had a wonderful week....is your little nicodemon coming to terms with your quit? Is he realizing that you are a successful, responsible owner and making one more attempt to repossess your quit? Don�t let him turn your good into his victory. You have too much to look forward to in the weeks and months ahead.
Stay Strong
Sheila ;p
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/4/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 64
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,938
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $320
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 5 [B]Hrs:[/B] 4 [B]Mins:[/B] 47 [B]Seconds:[/B] 55
Knight Christine-
Thank you for the support you have shown to others on this site. Your positive attitude has helped me tremendously. That same attitude is what will carry you successfully through your new journey.
Do remember to check in with us from time to time and if there is anything at all that you need, just name it, we're here for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sheila
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/4/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 65
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,960
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $325
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 5 [B]Hrs:[/B] 6 [B]Mins:[/B] 14 [B]Seconds:[/B] 23
Parola,
I don't think it would have been rude to ask your friend not to smoke. He came to your home. You have new rules at your home. Stand up for your quit, your real friends will understand. You don't have to be mean about it just tell them that you are not yet comfortable around smoke and you would rather that they did not smoke at your home (or in your car), neither inside nor outside.
Keep your quit.....your life is worth it
Sheila ;p
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/4/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 64
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,936
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $320
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 5 [B]Hrs:[/B] 4 [B]Mins:[/B] 42 [B]Seconds:[/B] 50
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