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18 years ago 0 3 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi everyone, this is day 1 for me and thought I had better introduce myself. I have smoked for 15 years and have tried numerous times to quit. For my final quit I am using the patch. Got up this morning and put it on before I did anything else. So far, so good! I am going to stay busy today and also stay close to this site when I can. Looking forward to getting to know each of you - Bonnie
18 years ago 0 3 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Thanks everyone, it really is helping just knowing I have a place to come for support or advice when needed. I have a hard time asking for help, but for my quit I am going to ask when I need help. First patch already fell off, uggghh, but quickly put on a new one, and it seems to be secure. If not I will duct tape it if need be, lol. Thanks, Bonnie
18 years ago 0 228 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Welcome moonwater!!!! Congrats on quitting!! You can do it and we are here when you need us.. Stay close.. :) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/1/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 30 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 913 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $195 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 6 [B]Mins:[/B] 4 [B]Seconds:[/B] 37
18 years ago 0 1079 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi Moonwater, Welcome to this great place. You will find lots of good advice here. I too am on the patch. I just stepped down to 14mgs a day, 3 days ago. So far so good. The only problem I had was nightmares the first few nights. Talked to my doc. and he suggested taking patch off 1/2 hour before bed. Worked a charm. No more bad dreams. Use all the tools that are offered here, and you will have a great start to your quit. [IMG]http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e58/saggysac/KeepClose.gif[/IMG] [color=Red]redrosie[/color] [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/1/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 30 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 732 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $249 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 23 [B]Mins:[/B] 19 [B]Seconds:[/B] 41
18 years ago 0 711 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi there, go for it Bonnie. brent [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 12/8/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 54 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 382 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �270 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 9 [B]Hrs:[/B] 2 [B]Mins:[/B] 5 [B]Seconds:[/B] 8
18 years ago 0 2027 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi, Bonnie. Congratulations on your quit and welcome to the SSC. You've made a great choice for freedom. It won't be easy and it won't be quick, but you can do it and it is soooo worth it. :) Stay close, read much, post often. Let us know how you're doing and how we can help. Shevie [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 5/23/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 253 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 5,068 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $961.4 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 47 [B]Hrs:[/B] 5 [B]Mins:[/B] 58 [B]Seconds:[/B] 47
18 years ago 0 189 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
lol - surgical tape works better!! the kind you find in first aid kits! i had that problem (patch falling off)...now i plan on putting on the patch AFTER i shower!! Lucy [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 12/23/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 39 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 986 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $331.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 11 [B]Seconds:[/B] 47
18 years ago 0 189 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi moonwater, Your story sounds a little like mine...I smoked for 12 years and quit using the patch...this site is a lifesaver. Congrats on your decision, and welcome. Lucy [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 12/23/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 39 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 985 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $331.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 5 [B]Seconds:[/B] 46
18 years ago 0 1110 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Welcome moonwater. I used the patch too and between it and this wonderful place I quit and am proud of it. You can do it to, read and post here all you can, theres is some awesome help and support here. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 4/21/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 285 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 5,710 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $2137.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 37 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 5 [B]Seconds:[/B] 50
18 years ago 0 12049 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
moonwater! Welcome! You have come to the right place :) We can assist you every step of the way and really guide you through this journey. Take the time to prepare and look around. The information and tools are invaluable and can really make a difference. Post often and keep us updated! Josie ______________________ The SSC Support Team.

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