I love myself today! I am smoke free for one full year. I have taken back control of my life, my breath! My pride is really showing here. Stopping smoking was indeed one of the hardest things I have ever had to do in my life, but to be able to say I stopped smoking is one of the most rewarding things for me.
I was smoking over 2 packs per day and had smoked for 27 years. If I can quit, anyone can. It took many tries and alot of hard work and determination. Many times I did not think I was going to make it. The beginning was extremely hard, but I knew I had lots of help from here and from home. I know I did not post often. I was here. I was a taker. I took words of advice but sincerely thought I was having such a rough time that anything I said would only discourage others not to try. I remember someone suggesting that I put a half broken straw in my mouth as a cigarette. I loved that straw to pieces, literally. When you are sincere about your quit, anything is worth a try. What works for some, may not work for others and reverse. Everyone here is so kind and they really do care. I thank you all! I can never ever thank you enough! I came here many times with all tears in my eyes while typing out my heart. My husband quit with me for over 9 months, but unfortunately, he gave in to the nicodemon and has started back. He was truely one puff away from a pack a day as I believe we all are. He coughs, he smells, etc. I feel sorry for him.
My son inspired me also. I am proud of giving him a smoke free Mom. He begged me to quit for a very long time. I know he shared in my struggle. I have high hopes that because he saw my struggle and the many things smoking can do, that HE WILL NEVER PICK UP A CIGARETTE AS LONG AS HE LIVES. That would be my ultimate reward.
Anyway, good luck and best wishes to all new and old quitters alike! Quitters give yourself a hug on heart day! Your heart truely loves you back.
Melissa
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/14/2005
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 365
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 14,615
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1022
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 35 [B]Hrs:[/B] 13 [B]Mins:[/B] 13 [B]Seconds:[/B] 27
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Quit Meter
$227,140.00
Amount Saved
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Quit Meter
Days: 6028
Hours: 8
Minutes: 51
Seconds: 27
Life Gained
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Quit Meter
45428
Smoke Free Days
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Quit Meter
1,135,700
Cigarettes Not Smoked