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Thanks y'all. Thanks a lot for the support and the quinine ! I love coffee. I made my coffee so strong it was like syrup, a lb of cafe in 2 or 3 qts of cold water, leave over night and strain in muslin. Drank it all day, every day, with milk and then with almond milk. I definitely poisoned myself with caffeine for at least 30 Years with the strong stuff. This was no average joe. I am quitting caffeine and alcohol because of a scary blood pressure event. Able to avert hospital with meds and knowledge from EMT friend. Blood pressure now reasonable with little meds. Coffee had a lot to do with this and I'm lucky I didn't stroke out. They were horrible numbers. The withdrawal is physically worse than nicotine. Mentally, withdrawal is not as bad. Maybe not as bad because I fought so hard, mentally, with nicotine that I learned how to switch up my thinking. That and the threat of stroke is a huge motivator. The decision has been made, caffeine has to go. Now, it's just living through the withdrawal. Did I mention CRANKY ? CRAMPS, and so, so tired. I am having all the symptoms except nausea/vomiting and feel lucky. Good luck, Jo, Wee and Stewie. If we quit nicotine....we can do anything. Love you guys, S

I'll be writing more about caffeine withdrawal in the coming days. Now on my third day and it is gnarly. Top 15 Caffeine Withdrawal Symptoms Headache Sleepiness Irritability Lethargy Constipation Depression Muscle Pain, Stiffness, Cramping Lack of Concentration Flu-like symptoms Insomnia Nausea and Vomiting Anxiety Brain Fog Dizziness Heart Rhythm Abnormalities Both low blood pressure and even palpitations have been reported.

hey darlin' great to see you !

Congratulations on your 8 years of freedom, Rory. I am truly happy you have found us, your experiences, your 'war journal' will be incredibly useful to the community. Hope your friend finds her way, away from nicotine addiction and has some fun here. You are a great friend.

Congratulations, Paul on your five years of freedom from nicotine. Your quit and your posts were incredibly influential in my quit and the fact that you composed thoughtful and intelligent posts made me an instant fan of yours. Thank you for all you have done for me and all you continue to do here.

I know Bing is your guy, Jo. Elvis is not my guilty pleasure either.

As if 'Dick In A Box' wasn't enough. ^^^^^^^^^ Now, some sweaty and oh so sincere, El

a christmas present from Timberlake

Dear CanDoCouldBe, Your humor/sarcasm/irony/satire isn't lost on me. You should hang out with us, we could have some laughs while your life/health gets a fcuk of a lot better... ( better in the not too long term, of course there may be discomfort in the short but, nothing you cannot endure.) It's time to be really kind to yourself. Love, S

home in New Orleans Look ! ''The Other' is with me. Things may work out fine. Tear down house ? Big Love ? negotiate possessions live simpler on boat

As a 60 something Atheist and nicotine free, all I can do is encourage you to stop smoking. We are here for all kinds of support.

'These Boots' Nancy is alive. Her Mother, Nancy, who married Frank Sinatra died yesterday.

I say, eyes need watering to grow.

Each day makes you stronger. Congratulations on your quit.

I certainly made the decision to quit and made the decision to commit to my quit. Everyday I make this decision. Everyday I stand by my decision. Usually when thoughtful decisions take precedence over my actions chaos remains at bay. When actions take precedence over thoughtful decisions.... Well. You. Can. Imagine.

Hey Sneaky one, I've been talking to you on another thread but, thought I should welcome you here too. Congratulations on your quit, It is great to see you posting, staying close to the board has helped innumerable quits.

Still in Florida I gather all my stillness Like that iguana. Iguanas rustle, not hiding in Palmetto. Beautiful and strong. Back to New Orleans with new adorable one. May be great, maybe. May be litmus test my ground, my power, my house my ways may end all.

I am so happy y'all found us and grateful we all landed on a safe site,. Thanks to MQuitter for the sanctuary, you are a hero.

Hey tocevoD, Welcome back ! It is great you are here again. You know yourself better now, use that information to garner your resolve and strengthen your decision. You quit smoking, tocevoD ! Celebrate wildly ! We are behind you all the way