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Day 1 of a 2 day hike along the PCT. This stone house was the halfway point of the 18 mile hike on Saturday . Preparing for a 5-day backpacking trip next week.

Did a 2 day hike along the Pacific Crest Trail in the high desert. Here’s a pic of my new pal, Liz.

So proud of you Jo......good job!

If an adult chooses to vape that's their own decision. It's another story knowing that the vaping manufacturers are targeting children with bubblegum, cotton candy, and Pebbles Donuts-flavored e-juice. A whole new generation of nicotine addicts is being created.

Congratulations MLMR. I remember how proud I was when I reached one month smoke free. Hope you feel it too.

Flipping from months to years is a major accomplishment gitw. Enjoy this last month before the big step ahead.

Congratulations Parsley. One month is a BIGGIE. The benefits will really start popping up now.

Putting aside the humor for a minute, I read some of your early blog/journal entries. The processes you went through and the moments of realization you experienced were very relatable and likely helped many people understand that others had been there before and succeeded. Well done on 6 years of freedom bakon.

Congratulations L4L. Your quit has blossomed into a thing of beauty.

Roz Really encouraged to hear you’re taking this positive step on your road to recovery. Wishing you results that exceed your highest expectations.

Another of the “Six Sisters Peaks” in SoCal this weekend. This time it was Mt Baldy. 10,064’.

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.....there's even a song about that.

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I am consciously aware when someone is smoking on TV now, whereas it seemed normal when I was a smoker. Sometimes get a junkie thought that it looks relaxing or pleasant, but it's quickly squashed when I realize that they're killing themselves. It all started with that damn Wilma Flintstone!

Crikey! 9 months! That's an amazing accomplishment. Keep up the great job Jo. You're an inspiration to many.

Daisywheels Some people say it's all about your state of mind and the urges only last a minute. My reality was different. I couldn't get my mind to believe the urges were minor and temporary. So, I put on my big boy pants, told the urges to F off, and rode it out to eventual freedom and healthfulness. Just trying to say, no matter how strong and sustained the cravings are, you can get past them with determination, knowledge and above all, time. It's worth the effort.

Would I ever consider smoking again? NOPE

Hiked 20 miles on Saturday. Highest mountain in SoCal. Mt San Gorgonio. 11503’ at the peak. Felt zero guilt having pancakes, eggs, bacon, home fries and toast the next morning.

Hiking every day this week on my camping vacation. Ran into a fierce hailstorm near the peak, but had a blast nevertheless.

Camped this weekend. Had a great time and got in some really nice hikes. Nearly 16 miles on Saturday.

Congrats to you too Divamom!

Congrats Shelly. I remember thinking of you as a wise sage with miraculous quitting skills when I first quit. You had 3-1/2 months under your belt. Kudos on your 3rd anniversary.

Not only was your life changed 5 years ago, but you’ve changed so many other’s lives. Talk about a win/win. So glad you made the leap. The only scary thing is you’ve learned all these new technology skills.

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