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16 years ago 0 1107 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Jodi, and Sue Thanks for the reassurance. I know that the quit for my wife and myself are worth it. I found out my wife wants to go to the beach around Christmas. I told her not till she hasn't smoked for 100 days. Heh, Heh. She didn't get it. I guess I'll take her to one of our beach condos for the weekend anyhow. Thanks again guys. Not smoking in Orlando. Ron [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]10/28/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 37 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,480 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $233.10 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 6 [B]Hrs:[/B] 11 [B]Mins:[/B] 28 [B]Seconds:[/B] 42
16 years ago 0 1356 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Goofy, I feel your pain. DH and I quit together unexpectedly at the same time, we did not plan it, my Mum was visiting for 5 weeks at our small house and we took her on vacation and quit. I know this tension, ugliness - all I can tell you is, I didn't kill my husband or hit him with my cast iron skillet, but I thought about it. IT passes. Remember you love each other, this time is not forever but your resolve to quit and your love for each other is. Let her find her own rewards a bit, and you take care of you - perhaps some space would help. It gets better, I promise. Sue [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]5/3/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 215 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 2,150 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $376.25 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 20 [B]Hrs:[/B] 10 [B]Mins:[/B] 57 [B]Seconds:[/B] 52
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Hi there Goofy Ron! I'm sorry to hear that things have been difficult at home. Your wife is a very lucky lady to have such an awesome husband!!! I too have been quite irritable at times after my quit, and I am not always patient with my family. I guess I'm trying to learn how to deal with life without smokes. There is a thread somewhere here about feelings and how dealing with life and your emotions evolve. It was all a bit over my head for now. Hang in there Goof, and I'm sure with time, things will be OK. Take care! Jodi [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]10/15/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 50 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,000 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $250.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 4 [B]Hrs:[/B] 19 [B]Mins:[/B] 7 [B]Seconds:[/B] 50
16 years ago 0 1107 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
One more try, believe it or not,I actually understood what you meant. It's really OK. I've been married for 27 years to the same woman. We've been through some trying times. I'm just going to have to wait this one out. I think she didn't believe I could quit, and was waiting for me to give up. Then she'd have a reason not to quit. I guess I'm proving her wrong. The reason I came on this website, was because I thought it was just a goof...ere-go goofy. Boy was I wrong. Everyone here has been so great, and I really feel so close to people I've never met. Thank you for letting me know that there are people who do care. I'm sure with the caring and help you've been this is just another obstacle that will be overcome. I will not smoke. One more try, sprquits, thanks again. Kelly, your insight is also going to prove invaluable. Thanks to you as well. And I can't forget the help from the wonderful SSC team. Thanks. Ron [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]10/28/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 37 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,480 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $233.10 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 6 [B]Hrs:[/B] 11 [B]Mins:[/B] 1 [B]Seconds:[/B] 51
16 years ago 0 277 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Goofy, I should clarify something.....after re-reading my post, it looks like I might be implying your wife should start smoking again!! That's NOT what I meant! I hope you didn't think so....and I am sorry if you did. I really do hope your wife can do this with you. What I did mean was that maybe it's not her time to quit and that is only because I thought maybe she was quitting for you and not for herself. If this is true, then I think she should re-evaluate her reasons for quitting. Because everybody knows that we have to quit for ourselves. Someone said to me once that my quit should be selfish and only for me. That meant a lot to me and I get it. It's true. Another thing to keep in mind is that your wife is a woman. LOL! It's true, as I'm sure you know, that us women have emotions and reactions that seem irrational to men. We can't help it! I can relate to that and yes, I too am irritable and difficult to deal with sometimes. That does get better....I think? I hate to tell you this, but I am still waiting to see how long it takes! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]10/29/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 36 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 432 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $146.88 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 21 [B]Mins:[/B] 44 [B]Seconds:[/B] 49
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Hi Goofy, You poor guy. I was soooo irritable with those close to me after I quit. Probably from the second week up until maybe the seventh week or so. Seriously, I thought my son was going to 'divorce' me. I am 100% percent better now, though, and my son would tell you that too. You didn't mention if your wife is remorseful at all? That might be the key to knowing if what you are dealing with is going to be temporary and from quitting or if it's something else. I know I felt terrible when I was having one of my fits and would even notice while I was having one what it was (not that I could/would always stop myself). I explained and apologized more times than I could count and like you, people were more understanding and forgiving at first but toward the end just began to tire of me. If you two haven't had an honest talk about it, I suggest you do. Just do it when you both are relaxed! Let us know when it improves...and it will. I'm curious to see what the time frame is. Hang in there, Goofy! :) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]8/25/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 101 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 3,030 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $590.85 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 9 [B]Hrs:[/B] 1 [B]Mins:[/B] 14 [B]Seconds:[/B] 18
16 years ago 0 277 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Goofy, my buddy, I'm sorry to hear this! Maybe it is too tough to do it together. When you first told me your wife was quitting with you I was so jealous because my husband won't quit right now and I really want him to. You know, there is tension between us too, even though we are not in the same situation as you, exactly. But, I feel resentment towards my husband for continuing to smoke. And he stinks! It's hard to be around him when I can't stand the smell of him! So.....I guess what I'm saying is that there are going to be tough times either way you do it. If you quit together or at the same time....I don't know what's easier or when things will get better. But, I do know one thing. I know you can quit! Pardon me, I should say that YOU HAVE QUIT! You have amazed me, truly, with your commitment and loyalty to your quit and to yourself. Not to mention, the wonderful support you have for us here at SCC. Especially me and Sprquits, and the rest of the Octobreathers. Maybe it's not your wife's time right now and that's ok. Maybe she needs to do this on her own after you've been quit for six months or a year.....who knows? Whatever happens, I know that you will remain a non-smoker. I have faith in you Goofy. No matter what, keep your quit. And I send my best wishes for your wife as well. Good luck. Karen. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]10/29/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 36 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 432 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $146.88 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 21 [B]Mins:[/B] 39 [B]Seconds:[/B] 31
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Goofy, Kudos to you on being such a good source of support to your wife. You could try talking to her about it but remember that time heals all wounds. She is a woman; irritability from other sources could be compounding withdrawal symptoms. You could also try finding the source of her irritability? Maybe she needs a few strategies to deal with craves? Maybe she's not sleeping well? Danielle, Bilingual Health Educator
16 years ago 0 18 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Just recently I have been going through the same thing. I don't understand where the anger is coming from but my husband and I and our dogs have been going for walks and trying to do more things together. Before, it was so easy to just go into your little corner and light up a cigarette to get away from things. Maybe, she needs to spend more time with you to replace the cigarettes. Try surprising her with flowers or chocolate or both and praise her for staying with her quit......!! I can't see how this wouldn't work. Good Luck!! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]7/16/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 141 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 3,525 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1,269.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 16 [B]Hrs:[/B] 16 [B]Mins:[/B] 13 [B]Seconds:[/B] 47
16 years ago 0 153 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
hmmm maybe she wasn't completely honest about her feelings on quitting... and she didn't really want to quit? Or maybe it is just a phase, with all the cravings and hormones and mood swings one gets when we quit... she's probably just having a hard time adjusting. Be strong and patient :) And whenever you need to vent... we'll be here to listen ;) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]10/28/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 37 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 555 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $180.38 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 15 [B]Mins:[/B] 22 [B]Seconds:[/B] 26

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