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17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 43

Boy what 2 days in the hospital will do to you...I *wanted* a smoke SOOOOOO BAD! But, I got over it quick! I think my Doctor put me through every test there was...or so it seemed! Colonoscopy, Upper GI, COPD/Respiratory, Ultra sound, CT scan, MRI, blood work, and more tests that I don't know what they were called, or remember what they were for...LOL! I haven't gotten all the results back yet...will be about 2 weeks for most of them, but I did find out that I have some serious issues with side effects from my diabetes and my feet & legs that I didn't realize were AS serious as they are! I have MULTI tumors in my feet, and the Doctor said it is a wonder that I can even stand on my feet, much less take steps at all!! My Reflux disease is worse than I thought, and it appears that PART of the problem comes from my Diabetes oral meds! My doctor says we will have to work on that after all the results come back...so as not to make things worse. Anyway...I am ordered to bed rest for the next 2 weeks until I go back to see the Doctor for the results! So, I will be scarce for the 2 weeks, but I will sneak in every couple days just to see what's going on! I had a funny experience on my way home from the hospital today! I stop by the convenient store where I always bought my cigarettes...the little guy behind the counter always had 2 packs of my cigarettes waiting when I was ready to check out! Today, I bought 4 boxes of 'Lemonhead' lemon drops, a citrus soda, and a bag of Cherry slices for my great great niece & nephews (an 'as ALWAYS' tradition). When I got to the counter...there sat my cigarettes! I picked them up, and handed them back...then picked up the Lemonheads and said "These are cheaper, last longer, taste better, and are HEALTIER! I QUIT smoking almost a month ago!" The little guy behind the counter handed me my bag and said, "I'm proud of YOU! This is on the house today as your reward"! I felt SO proud, and happy that it was worth losing $3 to the clerk! I AM a NON smoker...AT LAST! Talk to you all again, soon! Betty2 [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/4/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 18 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 561 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $126 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 10 [B]Mins:

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2631

Hi Betty - so glad that you will venture out to let us know how are you doing. You are doing great with your quit! Really enjoyed your story and kudos to the clerk for celebrating with you! Windy [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/11/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 11 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 235 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $55 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 1 [B]Hrs:[/B] 2 [B]Mins:[/B] 51 [B]Seconds:[/B] 31

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1006

Hi Betty, I agree with you - Lemon Drops taste much better than cigarettes!!! Well done on your quit. Hope things are ok with you, Best wishes, Deli [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 8/1/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 53 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 798 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �159 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 4 [B]Hrs:[/B] 6 [B]Mins:[/B] 49 [B]Seconds:[/B] 49

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 3131

Betty2 good stats you have there, congratulations on passing the test today not bying the cigarettes, and you recieved an instant reward from a stranger, how great is that?. :)Marie [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 6/13/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 101 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,526 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $404 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 13 [B]Hrs:[/B] 10 [B]Mins:[/B] 9 [B]Seconds:[/B] 12

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2838

How about that, Betty? Aren't you just tickled with all your progress? Be proud that you are so committed! While you rest and wait for the results, know that we will all be thinking of you! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/8/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 14 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 748 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $112 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 1 [B]Hrs:[/B] 12 [B]Mins:[/B] 57 [B]Seconds:[/B] 18

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 3368

18 days! Right on! Keep it going Betty! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 5/12/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 133 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 4,015 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $532 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 11 [B]Hrs:[/B] 6 [B]Mins:[/B] 14 [B]Seconds:[/B] 10

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$54,484.80

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Days: 5954 Hours: 4

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45404

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136,212

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17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 562

Congratulations on keeping your quit thru alll those tests at the hospital but then you can't smoke there but I guess it would be tempting when you get out. The colonoscopy was not my favorite thing to do. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/5/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 201 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 5,249 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $402 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 29 [B]Hrs:[/B] 0 [B]Mins:[/B] 53 [B]Seconds:[/B] 46

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 189

Congrats on the strength to stay strong in the face of temptation!!! You will be in my prayers as you await the results from your tests. Have a wonderful weekend. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/10/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 12 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 258 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $66 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 22 [B]Mins:[/B] 31 [B]Seconds:[/B] 4

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$39,567.50

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Days: 563 Hours: 7

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5320

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133,000

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17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1151

Betty2, That is awesome! Great job on almost three weeks, especially during all that stress. See, everyone knows how hard it is to quit - even the guy selling the cigarettes! Way to go :) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 8/5/2004 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 778 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 15,575 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $3501 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 57 [B]Hrs:[/B] 15 [B]Mins:[/B] 37 [B]Seconds:[/B] 29

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$36,907.00

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Days: 638 Hours: 7

Minutes: 28 Seconds: 42

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5678

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73,814

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17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 12049

Betty, Thanks for checking in and we are glad you are continuing on this path of quitting. Our thoughts are with you, so take the you time you deserve and get better! Congrats on 18 days! Keep Strong, Josie ______________________ The SSC Support Team.

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