Hey Babs-
You should be so proud for your determination! I am very interested in hearing about how the Laser treatment goes for you. I did one session with a hypnotist, because I knew going into this my subconscious would be the problem once I got past the physical addiction. It seems to have helped me.
My motivation to quit this time is many things, but mostly my dear sweet brother. He, too, is disabled, 55 years old, and has few friends. I think he could definately relate to you when you say once you couldn't go anywhere b/c of your mobility, you don't seem to have as many friends. He does have a handful of very loyal ones that have stuck by him no matter what. Anyway, since he is mostly homebound, cigarettes became his best friend. I'd say he was up to two-three packs a day, and it was getting so that I thought my sister and I should be preparing for his illnesses - whatever came first. It was obvious that a smoking related illness would be his fate. Sure enough, this past Jan., he was diagnosed with emphysema after a nasty bout with bronchitis. His dr. was unyielding - stop smoking now or you will be dead soon, and furthermore, I won't see you as a patient unless you stop. Well, he did - and so did his sisters and younger brother. It's been hard for him, but he is now almost 4 months smoke free!
I am here for you, I do relate to the special circumstances you must go through. I can say I know my brother has had a much harder time than anyone not disabled would have had. After all, I can always go for a walk when I have an urge! But he can't! But you can do this!!! You need to stick close to this site for a while. It will help more than you know. There are many very compassionate people here, and they are very giving! Please know you've come to the right place!!
Bless you!
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/29/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 85
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,286
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $340
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 9 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 24 [B]Seconds:[/B] 27