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Nope!

Time is running out

Christine, it depends on what you think normal is. Life is full of abnormal days. Even finally succeeding in the quit, I don't feel normal. I do feel, now that I can trudge through my abnormal life and not have to rely on smoking. I am 5 mos. quit and I do still crave but I feel more in control and really empowered to see my quit through. You are in the tough week. I promise you will feel better as time goes on.

I was raised in a very strict upbringing. I would have never gone against my parents. I graduated high school on a Friday and started my first secretarial job the following Monday. I felt so free and like an adult. I remember my first pack. I sat and smoked it at lunch break thinking I was so cool looking and finally a free adult. That was at age 18. It did not take long for the rosy glow to fade. I married at 21 and had my first child at 22. I could not stop. I smoked through both my pregnancies and had low birth weights and two miscarriages. I was so ashamed, I would only smoke at home and not in public. I lied to everyone. I would even lie to my doctor, who probably knew. My friends would often say I smelled like smoke but I would say they are crazy. I think one of the reasons we feel so empowered after quitting is because we can finally be true to ourselves and everyone else.

Two years is awesome. You are living the life now!

Congratulations Sslip on your 1 year smoke free. Not only have you mastered your own journey, but you have helped me travel mine. I would not be where I am today without your caring and wisdom.

Doing good Opah. Four days with the wife should almost get you through the toughest week. Hang tough. You can do this.

Hi Canadian Proud. You have found the right place for the support and help to guide you through the quit journey. I smoked for 42 years and attempted many quits without success. Once I found this forum, it was almost as if they took my hands and guided me through. I love the power I feel and my self esteem is through the roof knowing that I am not anchored to such a filthy habit. How blessed you are to have twins and you are going to want to be there for every magical moment in their lives. So please join us. We are here for you!

Nope! Batman is going to lose.

Well Hi Opah. I guess you have been down this road before. I too tried quitting many times but was finally able to succeed with the help of the members on the forum. I hope this will finally be your final attempt because life without the addiction is awesome. We are here to support you.

Rubbing elbows with the rich and famous

Rub that smirk off your face Oops, I think that is Wipe that smirk off your face.

How about rubbing some of that luck off on me

That is called Silver Sneakers. Our insurance does not cover that. Once I hit 65 and am on medicare, that will have Silver Sneakers. I have a year to go. This Planet Fitness is only $10. a month with no sign up fee or quit fee.

That is okay Opah. Everyone found you anyhow. I did not realize you were not a new member. You must have joined before me.

That is absolutely adorable. Normally community centers have lessons for the older folks. If not, it would be worth it to make a new friend that can crochet.

Opah, are you talking about quitting smoking. I think you posted in the wrong area. Post in the introduction area so we all can pick up on it. We are here to help you quit. You can do this. Start reading the information here and read other posts of people quitting. We all have gone through it and come out on the other side much better for it. It is wonderful to be free of the addiction. We all would love to help you on this journey.

Hi Kim. You found the right place for support. We are all ready to circle around you and help you on your journey to quit. You quit during your pregnancies to save your children's lives, well their mommy is just as important. They need you to be their for all their important moments in life. You can do this. You already showed that you can. I look forward to seeing you on the forum and helping you reach that freedom you want.

Nope!

Well I sure was after my day at the gym yesterday. I think I used muscles I did not know I had. Forced myself to go again today because I thought they might retract if I did not keep it up. I may need some encouragement in this department, along with the nonsmoking encouragement. I have gained 13 pounds since quitting and it is driving me crazy. I am not much of a gym person. I do like to swim and walk, when the weather is nice. The "Y" that has a pool is just too pricey. Maybe we need to start a thread "Linda, get that butt moving" You guys all seem to work miracles with me - after all, you got me to quit smoking!!!!!!!

Hi C 12, it is good that you are posting. We know you truly want to quit. I think if you can just get yourself through the first week, the craves are much more manageable. Like Reciprocity said, you might try NRT or talk with your doctor. I also found it helpful to stay close to the forum and read everything you can. We are here to help guide you through this, just shout out!

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