Without going into details, I will just say that I have truly learned that it doesn't matter how well you plan something, life has a way of taking its' own path. Every thing we planned very carefully since Nov. seemed to have backfired, and I would remember back when I smoked and thought to myself, "Yep, this would have definitely been a smoking moment". I have moved on now, and I see situations differently. First, life in itself can be challenging at times, so why complicate it even more by inhaling all those toxins. Second, I like to be the one in control, not the junkie chatter. Smoking would not have reversed my plans back, nor would it have made the situations go any smoother.
I live life now without that "need a smoke" issue thing darting back and forth in my head and pulsing throughout my entire body. I love my life! I am calmer, healthier, and most importantly, I am smoke-free!
Each one of us are shining examples to others. We are not here just to "talk the talk", because we also have "walked the walk". We have all been there, we understand the difficulties, and we lift others up, by our own example. Encouragement can definitely go further than you can imagine. Way to go guys!
My Milage:My Quit Date: 7/17/2006
Smoke-Free Days: 918
Cigarettes Not Smoked: 7,344
Amount Saved: $1,428.41
Life Gained:Days: 104
Hrs: 8
Mins: 10
Seconds: 44
Thanks for showing us that there is a light at the end of this tunnel!
