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Bad breath and Dry skin?


18 years ago 0 92 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
I really don't feel comfortable using anything that fixes my breath. I can't give myself the opportunity. I don't want to come home with minty fresh breath (sounds weird I know). It would only give my addict brain fuel to beat myself up over smoking. I know, today is 4 weeks. I'm stoked. I can't wait for 30 days to rollover this weekend. I love seeing the 10's digit change. Makes me feel sooo good. I've come so far already. Makes me realy wish I hadn't cheated 4 weeks ago. I'd be at close to 45 days. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/24/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 28 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 485 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $126 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 23 [B]Mins:[/B] 13 [B]Seconds:[/B] 1
18 years ago 0 92 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
This was a good weekend. I didn't smoke, and there was tons of stress. One thing that kind of sucked from the relationship stand-point. My breath didn't stink. Sooooo, the girlfriend got into the whole "how come your breath smells at work, but not on the weekends?". I swore up and down that I didn't smoke. The only thing I can come up with is the coffee. I drink gallons of it at work. I had one cup already, and I'm thinking I'll try not to have another one. It's not all that great for me anyway. Does powdered creamer or bad coffee make your breath stink? I'm wondering if it is the quitting smoking or just the coffee that I'm drinking at work. I'm becoming really frustrated with the fact that I can't prove that I'm not smoking. I know that I messed up the first time by closet smoking, but all I want is for her to not have second thoughts about my quit. I've gone a month already and it seems that she can't believe that I've been smoke free. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/24/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 31 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 533 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $139.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 3 [B]Hrs:[/B] 6 [B]Mins:[/B] 26 [B]Seconds:[/B] 13
18 years ago 0 92 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
It's not just that simple Rusty. I wish that I could care less what she's thinking or feeling. We have a very open relationship where no topic is taboo. I find it refreshing and nice. Would I rather she stuff those feelings she's having? No, I think it is much healthier that she express them to me. Does the fact that she keeps asking me if I smoke bug me? Yes. Am I going to smoke simply because of that fact? No. Do you honestly think I could make it through 30 days if I didn't want this? I'm proud of myself, of what I have done. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/24/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 31 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 534 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $139.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 3 [B]Hrs:[/B] 6 [B]Mins:[/B] 33 [B]Seconds:[/B] 28
18 years ago 0 1079 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi Neek. I think you are smart to get rid of the gum if it was being an accomplice in your closet smoking days. Can I suggest some mints instead? I like Mentos cause they're soft and you can chew them quickly if you need to talk. Also Tic Tacs may be good too for the same reason. I'm sure your girlfriend loves ya no matter how your breath is. Hopefully this will get better for you soon. Look at you! 1 month on Sunday, that's great Neek. Keep Strong. [color=Red]redrosie[/color] [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/1/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 82 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,979 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $680.6 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 8 [B]Hrs:[/B] 0 [B]Mins:[/B] 50 [B]Seconds:[/B] 27
18 years ago 0 1079 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
I understand what you mean now. I've tried racking my brain to offer some more help for you,(ow,It hurts)lol. but the only other thing not mentioned is mouthwash. But even that wont help you if it's coming from inside. Maybe a quick trip to the Doctors' is in order if it doesn't go away soon. Either way have a great 1 month smoke-free weekend. [color=Red]redrosie[/color] [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/1/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 82 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,980 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $680.6 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 8 [B]Hrs:[/B] 0 [B]Mins:[/B] 53 [B]Seconds:[/B] 45
18 years ago 0 1079 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
I wonder how long before she trusts your quit. I sure hope soon, because trust is so important in a relationship. I certainly can understand your catch 22 situation. I went through that myself with my hubby when I was "closet" smoking. I would see the look on his face after I 'snuck" one. He wouldn't say anything, but the not talking about my smoking put a stain on our trust.It feels awesome to have a clear conscience doesn't it? I love not having to sneak around. On the other hand good thing you have her to help keep you on the staight and narrow. It's great when we have support, some people here don't have much of it at home. [color=Red]redrosie[/color] [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/1/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 82 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,980 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $680.6 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 8 [B]Hrs:[/B] 0 [B]Mins:[/B] 55 [B]Seconds:[/B] 27
18 years ago 0 22 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Try a tounged scraper! The bacteria can build up on the back of your tounged and cause bad breath. Good Job ! Keep up the Quit! Bryan [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 12/2/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 111 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 4,462 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $943.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 18 [B]Hrs:[/B] 14 [B]Mins:[/B] 25 [B]Seconds:[/B] 47
18 years ago 0 2830 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
TheNeek, I have watched you grow over the past few months, and I think that this quit is really starting to sink in for you! That's awesome! I don't have any advice for the dry skin (mine got excessively oily when I quit) or the bad breath, but I did want to say that I think the quit is really starting to grow on you! :) Crave the Quit! Pam [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 10/28/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 147 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 3,689 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $485.1 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 10 [B]Hrs:[/B] 17 [B]Mins:[/B] 2 [B]Seconds:[/B] 12
18 years ago 0 2462 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
TheNeek, I just wanted to jump in here real quick (I'm at work) to say this: I know you love your girlfriend very much. That comes through loud and clear in your posts. BUT, this is YOUR quit, not hers. I can't imagine that it's helping your quit for her to be constantly questioning your honesty. You said "All I want is for her to not have second thoughts about my quit." It isn't HER thoughts that are important; it's YOURS. Please gently ask her to stop accusing you of things, as if you're having an affair. Gotta go back to work now...good luck! Rusty :) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 12/13/2004 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 469 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 13,144 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1641.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 64 [B]Hrs:[/B] 13 [B]Mins:[/B] 45 [B]Seconds:[/B] 10
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