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i enjoyed reading that! Thanks Jules!!

this was a great post rachael I truly believe in affirmations.....my favorite in regards to smoking that I repeated over and over was............ smoking is not an option actually what I really said to myself was--"smoking is not an option, so get over it"

it hurts to see someone you care about hurt themselves like that.....and we were one of them. (((((((((Beacon))))))))))))))))

I am sorry about this Bassman. This is a community and it's important to have a social section. Otherwise, you won't have many people hanging around just waiting for someone to post an SOS or for a newbie to arrive for us to welcome. The social section keeps everyone hanging around..which is what makes this site so successful..and I couldn't be prouder to be a part of it. Bassman,that I have loved your quit from the very beginning. Your attitude has been awesome, your songs amazing, and you have provided such warmth and kindness while supporting others. I am happy to have known you. I won't say goodbye...only "see ya" because I think you will be back to visit with a little tune.. :) Take care Bassman...and protect that quit!

Hi Becca!! So happy to have you here! Welcome!

Oui oui Marti. :) I think we will get a lot of responses from people coming from Facebook

So proud of you all for your quick responses and support. Proud of Evelyn for recognizing she needed help and spoke up That's what the Quit Train is all about. Bravo!

Welcome iamdoingit!! Fantastic! I did exactly the same thing at 3 months. You learned from it...and here you are! So happy you found this place, and Amy too. :)

I think it comes down to still believing that the cigarette does something for you There are people who have quit for years and still suffer because they believe the lies the addiction tells them. Then, there are those who quit for days only and they don't miss a thing. All comes down to exposing the lies. Good post. :)

Love it!! Welcome to the board iamdoimgit!!

Welcome MHK!!! Congrats on your decision to quit smoking. Have a look around and let us know if you need help. :)

Evelyn..you are so sweet Thank you :)

Biggest benefit for me: freedom from slavery of nicotine addiction. Small benefit: I just noticed this morning when I switched purses. It was the first time I didn't have to take it outside and dump all the loose tobacco out of it. :). Even almost 2 years later the benefits still come....no matter how big or small.

Welcome Amy! You've come to a great place. We are here to support you every step of the way. You are going to love your freedom! Happy you have joined us. :)

Yum!! Thank you Evelyn! Calorie free too!

While we are here worrying about Tiffany....girlfriend was partying it up in New Orleans! Lol. She really appreciates the shout out and will be here tonight.

Evelyn...I am touched by your story and your courage. ((((((Big hugs)))))))))

GO!

hugs trish!

soozie...my husband smokes too. From the beginning I just looked at his smoking as very sad. I just would repeat over and over that he HAS to smoke. I no longer did. I was free...and he was (and still is) shackled. When I quit 21 months ago...he was supposed to join me, but didn't. When I tell him how many cigarettes I have avoided since then...he cringes. (I try not to rub it in too much ;) ) When he smoked outside..at the beginning of my quit...I joined him. I watched him smoke. I mean, I really watched. Putting the cigarette to his lips, lighting it, taking a drag.....god, he looked stupid. I never want to be there again.

glad you are here dors! So proud of you on your 1 month, that's amazing!

awwww...Marti...I know it's so hard to watch someone you love struggle with this. It's disappointing but in no way did you do anything wrong. It all comes down to wanting to quit more than we want to smoke. Unfortunately, no matter how much we want it for our loved ones (my husband, son, and older sister) we can't do anything but lead them. The rest is up to them. You are a wonderful support system for her. Now, all she has to do is accept it.

yea well....you kind of have to stay quit now.....you are not only on the quit train...you are the conductor. Way to Go Marylandquitter!! Here's a cup of joe....from me! I promise I used the best non plastic coffee maker and used freshly ground beans...and it's fresh!

Daisy Jane and hubby! You both are rockin your quits! Fantastic!!

1 month is fantastic Donna! Way to Go!