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@JH63 I was appalled when I read how the tobacco companies put chemicals in the cigarettes to keep you hooked. I did not feel like a victim but it sure made me angry. I finally understood why I had so many failed quits. It really brought home the fact that I was an addict! Keep up the great work on your quit. The longer you go, the stronger you become!

I'm here too!

Welcome to the forum Brianbnord. It is never too late to quit. We are here to support you on your journey. Hang around and educate yourself.

Which one did you get? I have heard that people have been getting sick with the Moderna shot. I did not want to wait three more weeks for the Pfizer, so I got the Moderna. I did not have any problems with the first shot.

So sorry for the stressful news Linda. In the early days of our quits, it is hard not to reach out to our addiction to calm our difficulties. Just keep praising yourself for powering through them so far. You have quit smoking, which is an unbelievably difficult task. Eventually the picture will all fall into focus and you will see that the unpleasantries in life are nothing compared to consequences of feeding our addictions.

We were signed up at Walgreens, Drug Mart and CVS Pharmacy. They are running 4 weeks behind and still doing the 70 yr. olds. I probably should have waited but I could not wait to get it. I did not have any reaction, (except frustration with the process and wait). My arm wasn't even that sore. Yes, I hear New York is crazy.

Keep staying strong Opah!

My husband and I got our first dose of the Moderna vaccine yesterday. We got it through our county health department. It was such a disorganized mess. We were suppose to have designated appointments. We waited in line 2 hours, 1/2 hour outside in the cold. People were not social distancing because they were trying to huddle to stay warm. It was difficult for my husband to stand two hours after just having knee replacement and there were people more unhealthier than us. I was so disappointed that we have been so good following the guidelines by masking, staying home and missing out on the holidays and this was there answer for giving the vaccine. I'm hoping it is not the same for the second dose. Enough crabbing. I was very thankful to the firemen and nurses who were giving the vaccine. I know they are doing their best and let them know that.

@MLMR, I always miss your wisdom when you are absent. You did such a wonderful job of encouraging others on the forum. Maybe you could encourage your friend in the same way. Though I have quit, I still keep holding my breath on waiting for health issues from the years of abuse to my body. She is so young to be dealing with COPD.

Welcome Ray. Glad you found your way back to us again. Stay close and shout out if you need us. We hope to help you find your freedom from this awful addiction!

Excellent description Acewhite. That is how you change that pattern of addictive thinking.

Aw Reci, we know you like hanging with the pigs.

I am getting my party duds ready. You have been on one awesome journey!

In the US, they have been removing the confederate statues. This is history people. You can't just wipe it out because it is offending someone or group. Teach the history, along with the lessons learned from it.

Linda, I think this is an age thing also. As we mature, the less we want to deal with drama. Some people just love to stir the pot and cause misery!

Wow CarpeLibrum, good going taking that walk. Walking and breathing that fresh air is great for your healing body. I am so impressed how well you are doing. There were days in my beginning quit I just wanted to climb back in bed and pull the covers over my head.

Welcome Amy. Awesome start to you quit. Keep concentrating on the benefits you will get by quitting. It is so wonderful not to be controlled by smoking! Keep that beautiful quitt going.

They are changing the name of our baseball team. They were always the Cleveland Indians. Can't imagine them with any other name. So sad. I feel the same about the books Reci. They have been loved by children of many generations. Did you see people were trying to buy them up and paying $500. a book!

OMG just googled also. Did not know this. Good thing to know in case it popped up in my crosswords!

CarpeLibrum, I love your humor. The humor here helped keep me hooked on the forum and helped carry me through the tough parts of quitting. I am sure your humor will help carry you through. You have a wonderful gift and way of putting your feeling into words. I am sure your journey is going to be amazing and help inspire others.

Linda, keep that beautiful quit going. Try not to romance that cigarette. It is not your friend and does nothing for you except shorten your life. Once you pick up that cigarette again, you will be right back to wanting to quit. You build strength everyday you do not smoke.

Welcome CarpeLibrum, you sure have found the right place for friendship and support in quitting. Hang around, get to know us all and keep that wonderful quit going.

Good going Judi. Two months is awesome!

Cheer up Linda, this too will pass. Try to concentrate on how far you have come and how awesome your are. Tomorrow is alway another day and hopefully a better day.

Happy 62nd Birthday Opah! Have a wonderful day!