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16 years ago 0 579 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Yeah, it really takes me by surprise too when it happens! When you get further in your quit, it is not so alarming because you have been there a few times before and know you are not going to smoke. You are doing great in your quit, Gen. Lizzie :) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]4/23/2003 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 1735 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 26,025 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �6,506.25 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 178 [B]Hrs:[/B] 12 [B]Mins:[/B] 16 [B]Seconds:[/B] 1
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16 years ago 0 1056 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Lizzie I do understand and agree but I was so surprised by the feeling. It was so strong. The disappointment I rememeber from when I first stopped. Finding myself casting around for what to do to stop feeling that way. Panicked me a bit really but it's true! I don't smoke any more. No negotiation. Just a wake up call really. Gen [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]3/28/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 300 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 4,800 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �1,500.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 41 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 47 [B]Seconds:[/B] 57
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Gen, Last week I had a friend round to stay for a few days, and I allow her to smoke in my house. She does not actually smoke that much - just 5 a day....but during that time I noticed a few triggers. Even after 4 years or so, it can still affect you sometimes. The great thing is that it does not bother me. It's a trigger, but I don't smoke any more. No negotiation - just kick that junkie away! Lizzie :) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]4/23/2003 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 1735 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 26,025 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �6,506.25 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 178 [B]Hrs:[/B] 11 [B]Mins:[/B] 25 [B]Seconds:[/B] 58
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16 years ago 0 1056 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
YES BUT... Last night, after that experience I had the first pang of desire for a cigarette I've had in months. Suddenly, just sitting watching television, it came over me "I want a cigarette". I had to talk myself out of it of course but today it suddenly clicked. I had heard reference on here that inhaling others' smoke can cause this to happen and it certainly did with me. I think I'll try and keep out of her house from now on! Gen [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]3/28/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 300 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 4,800 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �1,500.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 41 [B]Hrs:[/B] 7 [B]Mins:[/B] 39 [B]Seconds:[/B] 30
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I had to take lunch to an elderly lady (she's in her 80s) who recently lost her husband and the smell almost knocked me sideways - I know what you mean Gen - it's awful isn't it? She still smokes like a trouper as did her husband. It just makes me feel bad about inflicting that on my family and friends when I used to smoke in the house years ago. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]6/21/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 214 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 3,210 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �535.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 24 [B]Hrs:[/B] 3 [B]Mins:[/B] 21 [B]Seconds:[/B] 23
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Can you believe that anyone had ever wanted to "kiss" us? Mercy [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]1/21/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 365 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 7,300 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1,631.55 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 48 [B]Hrs:[/B] 9 [B]Mins:[/B] 10 [B]Seconds:[/B] 3
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Who would have ever guessed I was a closet smoker! Bet I fooled lots of people huh!!! [IMG]http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s319/pressler04/thusmellbad.png[/IMG] [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]1/8/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 378 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 5,670 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1,587.60 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 35 [B]Hrs:[/B] 22 [B]Mins:[/B] 30 [B]Seconds:[/B] 14
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Hey Gen, You smell good now and what you are doing (helping others) is a wonderful thing. It will quit raining and be sunny soon. It is raining in Texas today also..........((((((((hugs)))))))))))) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]7/4/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 201 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 4,020 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $804.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 27 [B]Hrs:[/B] 1 [B]Mins:[/B] 59 [B]Seconds:[/B] 52
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Is it amazing Gen that this thing protruding from the front of our face is actualy designed for smelling good or bad. :p I like the smell of evergreen myself. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]3/20/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 307 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 5,526 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $3,070.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 74 [B]Hrs:[/B] 17 [B]Mins:[/B] 17 [B]Seconds:[/B] 41
16 years ago 0 12049 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Increased senses are one of the many benefits of quitting :) You can smell many more things and fragrances are such a welcome scent. Of course all the bad smells are heightened as well, so pick a scent and smell it often. Vanilla is a favorite :) Josie, Health Educator

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