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I don't want to sound cocky but I,too, knew the minute I put out my last cigarette. Then, again, around the 4 month mark, I told jillar that I'd see her on the lido deck?

These are from my Cruise Book documenting our OEF deployment. I was part of the first ARG out after Bush declared war. I will never forget...

They aren't sweaty carrot pancakes are they? ? MLMR, watch out for junkie thinking planting seeds of relapse while you are emotional. For now, I'll bring balloons to the party because you are doing great!!

? it's too early for this!!

Linda Thomas GLITTER PARTY!!!!

((Linda Thomas)) I'm glad you are here and still smoke free! Lots of good advice from above...all I would add is change out the bathroom towels for useable (but still pretty) ones so dad can get in there...he needs it. Take her out for new kitchen stuff? Or get them new recliners with like a cooler in between for drinks and a couple tray tables...just sit down guys!! ?I joke only a little because I want you to take a load off your heart. When my daughter got sick, man, I literally hated life..I felt resentment toward my husband because he never had to make that drive and stay at the hospital (usually with at least one of the other kids) I felt angry with the kids but I was really angry with myself but since I had smoked my whole life, all of these emotions were also new to me so I just cried. all. the. time. But, in the middle of the shit, I found me time, Chocolate time, paint my nails when they went to bed time, lavender oil in the bath, youtube videos...just anything. Come here Linda Thomas and I'll load up the glitter gun and chase your ass down the block with it!!

Congrats Sslip!! You are a great quit friend and I LOVE watching the months pass by for you! Thank you for everything you do here.

So, to update on the Melatonin...I guess during my research I didnt fully comprehend that it is an actual hormone, not a supplement. That being said, I've experienced mood swings that are unusual for me ( I had a crying jag over a fairly normal question). Also, this may be TMI but for the sake of research I'm pretty by the book 27day cycle but Aunt Flo showed up yesterday (16 days early) for an 11day cycle. Pretty sure this is from the Melatonin even though I can't find conclusive research about this specifically. 1mg also seems too much for me

I am sorry for your loss Christa. Be thankful, now you are nicotine free you can feel these emotions you were masking with a cloud of smoke. I say grieve fully, if you still have hurt in your heart from his loss, pray it out and cleanse your soul. Then, set up an area (not an altar per say) that has his picture or what have you and in that area only, use a specific smell of candle or incense to create a new smell memory. Maybe put a bowl of hard candy there also so you begin to associate him with the quit instead of the smoke. Sending some healing thoughts to everyone on this thread!

Sing your heart out Doreensfree! I hope it fills your soul and makes you feel like a young girl again! Have a great time!...as now you can enjoy the whole show without the toughts of smoking!

Hey now! Are you making lemonade?... Take a step back from your situation, make a list, go to the bathroom and cry...its okay...the emotions are strong in the early quit. You just have to ride that roller coaster. Please just dont smoke.

Congrats Linda Thomas! Party time!

@Doreensfree You have to whip them into shape Agree!! Me Sept15th and hubs and daughter share the 18th

Well, shit, it hot here too Roz!! Let me in! ? jk I AM glad that you are well enough to get around! CABG surgery is no joke so please take your time getting back on your feet. Next year tho....?

So...you've had a pool this whole time and not one pool party?...

Ah...in-laws? The code word in our family is "llama" (as in drama llama)? Just NOPE and give yourself a little treat. Keep climbing that rope Christa, good job!

I picked some up yesterday, and used it for the first time last night. I haven't slept well in years (since the military and having babies) Slept from midnight to 4am like a champ!! Tried to stay in bed but felt rested enough to get up at 5...but I don't feel spaced out like i took "drugs" either. (I dont know if this is an added benefit but my ear wasn't ringing this morning...I stood on the porch and watched the sun rise and could actually hear birds and crickets!)

Good Job P!! Glitter gun this place up! because its party time!!! I'm gonna tell you to keep rewarding yourself the first months to reinforce nonsmoking behavior but also to help your brain produce and clean up dopamine on its own again. And, because it feels SO DAMN GOOD!

No way!...I'm glad i can't smell their stinky butts either!

"which begins with the awareness that life will sometimes bring you hard moments and obstacles. I believe things are designed that way for a good reason. Life is not meant to be easy. It's by our struggles to succeed against adversity that we define our characters and become strong men and women. It's by staying with whatever pain and difficulty life brings us that we heal, and solve our problems — not by running away like cowards. So when the painful moments come, like so many adults do, don't make the mistake of altering your mood and avoiding the problem at hand by using cigarettes, alcohol, or drugs. People who continue to use tobacco are avoiding the pain of nicotine withdrawal." There is power in this article!

Thank you for sharing such a personal moment Niecie! To me, this is when a quit is made...forged in the fire. I hope you keep the power and passion of this day close to you to help remember how strong you really are.

I hope you made it through Daisywheels...there is no crave, no drag, no smoke that is worth you. I pray you strength of mind today. Please know that we all have to crawl through out own personal river of quit sh*t before we come out the other side. Dirty, humbled but free! Smoking is not an option today!

Just checking in on you Christa! I hope you smoking thoughts have quietened down today! Sometimes, I would just yell out "Im so glad I quit smoking!" when in a situation I would have normally chose to smoke instead of deal with. I'm all for positive reinforcement! Take some time for you today, give your baby quit some love and attention. (It's now as much of a part of your life as smoking was.) I hope you have a good smoke free day today!!

Hi Daisywheels! I hope you are having a good, smoke free day! Please, do not be doubtful of quitting! Having the right mindset is key in maintaining your quit...the day you quit, you are a non-smoker! How wonderful! Please take time in your early quit to educate yourself about nicotine addiction, and the changes it has made in you mind and body. Learn about dopamine, blood sugar and how those things play a part in your "cravings" and mood swings. For me, an educated quit was the best way...I didn't want to hear that "it's normal" or "it will pass". I wanted to know why, why, why! Now that I know why, I hate smoking and embarrassed I let my junkie brain take advantage for so long. This your second chance, please don't let it pass you by because you're doubtful in this moment...the rewards of quitting never stop giving...smoking only takes.