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Absolutely something we're doing what was done for us when we joined. We're all in this together Cader, and we've all had our journeys and battles. This forum provided excellent support to me when I was starting out on my quit, and has never stopped supporting me since. I am fairly new in my quit, however I feel amazed by the grit and resilience that people have here, and that motivates me to just clench my teeth and go on, whenever a craving strikes. Pretty soon, you're gonna be welcoming new members yourself.

Welcome Cader, what an amazing decision to take, very commendable. You're making the absolute right choice not just for your baby's health, but yours too. He/She deserves a healthy, happy momma Just like Jillar said, loads of water and sweets, avoiding the places you associate with smoking. Also, since it's more mind over matter than anything else, please remember that any and every craving that you have going forward, typically only lasts 3-5 minutes. Distract yourself whenever these happen (watch videos, play a game, make a list of girl/boy names, whatever catches your fancy). You'll find that post those 3 odd minutes, you're ok. And those 3 minutes will get easier as time goes by. Have your reason to quit firmly in your mind, or better still, if you want write it in bold letters, and place it everywhere you can see it. Just a good way to remind yourself why you won't give in to your cravings. Best of luck, please shout out (regardless of the time, hour or the instances) whenever you need someone to talk to, or certainly post an SOS when you think you are about to smoke. We're here for you. Best of luck and once again, welcome aboard.

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Wow, uncanny how I've been thinking along similar lines. How I was wondering about so many instances where, whether happy or sad, stressed or excited, my response would be to have a smoke. And though there's been no trigger as such, I'm quite wary of one popping up suddenly. This is an interesting read because it reminds me how I still can be tricked by my mind and "constant vigilance" (Potter fans would recognize this phrase) is the only way forward.

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Thanks JO Thanks @Sslip hope you are having a grand time.

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Wow, congrats GITW, one year, phewnomenal... I hope you celebrated in style and your welcome party on the Lido Deck was top class (I'm sure it must've been, considering the organisers are top notch :p) Kudos and congratulations once again.

Hey @Linda Thomas apologies for seeing this so late. Hope you are doing well, and hope your friend is better. She's in my prayers too. God bless you for the strength you've shown in keeping your quit. That's amazing. Stay strong.

Aah, yeah "Indian knitting", Crochet is almost a lost art, but I used to be fascinated myself when I travelled and saw someone knitting. The speed with which those needles would weave in and out, the patters coming to life, the colours, it was mesmerising. Amazing that you can crochet blankets, I'm sure they must be custom made as per what your family needs...how cool is that.

Awesome stuff IGT, keep your quit...great to see your hard work and determination pay off.

Is Weedy woven??? Can't make out, but amazing and loving those eyes.

Wow, Calligraphy too...wanted to try, but never got around to doing it. Even this painting was my birthday gift to me. There's a company called "The Bombay Drawing Room" which has these guided painting classes, and I absolutely love Van Gogh's work, and they were doing this one...so voila, ended up stumbling into this rendition. But I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Wow, awesome stuff. This whole thread is great

Sorry to sound like a noob, but there's a QT art gallery ????

Nope, and in honour of international artists day, my humble version of Starry night by Vincent Van Gogh....

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