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13 sticks are revving up for the money shot, I see.

Congratulations oh mighty sticks. Sonic, your recruitment program seems to be working. It is nice to see Paul. Too bad, Boo isn't here to celebrate. I can only wonder if y'all will score up a bunch of wins without him and throw him back under the bus upon his return. :(

10 hello darling smoke free creatures

Hope you finally got some sleep and are refreshed for a new day. Stay vigilant and keep your wits gathered and smoke free. You are doing Great, Tiffany.

C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S S A N D I FOR YOUR FIRST WEEK OF FREEDOM !

Possibly, some people can make short work of withdrawal because of a mindset. Everybody feels 'something' it is just how deep we indulge the 'suck', I think. You can't judge your experience in comparison to others, we are all so different. This is what makes the QTrain so helpful, many voices with their individual experience, all fighting the same addiction. Using NRTs can help for some. To me it just looked like a prolonged torture but, for others it made the process do-able. Why do you want one, Sandi ? You want one because you are addicted ! You are beating an addiction ! You are an addict ! Nicotine is an addictive substance ! This should not come as a surprise. You may have a year of seasonal triggers but, craves are usually an indication that your body needs something. Learn about H.A.L.T. Are you Hungry, Angry (Emotional), Lonesome (Bored), Tired.

Manzanita

After reading your status update about 'still a junkie', I thought about this little video.

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8 nice work holding them back, Doreen

bump The Romance ended for me when I accepted that I was a nicotine addict and any voice that attempted to lure me into addiction was a voice to be ignored, squelched or primal screamed into submission. The 'ahhh' moment of satisfying the addiction was successfully exchanged for the 'ahhh' moment that comes with a few satisfying deep breaths of oxygen.

oops ! Sorry sorry sorry ! I didn't read the other teddy bear post. Bad bear for me. Here is your bear.

You are doing great, Sandi. Hold on to your resolve and power through. Six days is a big accomplishment and rewards are in order. What ? No teddy bears for you ? :P

Khichdi with those fabulous black lentils and brown basmati. Shrimp from Shrimp Lady today. yum

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2 I thought you must have forgotten the '-', Sonic. :P

How are you doing, Sandi ?

Great job not taking the bait. Remember Cristobal You--->Your Quit--->Your Life. How are you feeling ?

C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S C A K ES !!!

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Just Do As I Say Paul... :P

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Oh gee, Doreen. Thanks for the kuddoes but, It takes at least TWO to keep track. I am really delighted we have teamed up for this. Lots of good folks over the years have taken this on. Action and Devil Doll, Nancy.... I really worry about quitters falling through the cracks, anniversaries are really important. It would be SO NICE if everybody would put their dates in the calendar, that way everybody gets the chance to start the celebration ! HERE is where you do that. Then, Doreen's and my head won't look like this. I am not sure why there is all that spanking going on... guess it comes with being part of The Smut Sisters. :D p.s. PLEASE do not take it personally if we miss you, all we can do is try our best.

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