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5. Burrito-wrap a cat who is objecting to getting his shots.

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Linda = 0 Me = -1

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3. During this cold/stormy spell we are using rolled-up bath towels to block cold drafts from coming in underneath our doors. Brr.

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I'm really sorry you're going through a rough patch, @Linda. Nicotine addiction surely did a number on us, didn't it!? Good job posting here instead of picking up the smokes. You're 100% right that smoking won't change a thing - it won't make us feel better or fix any problems. You've gotten through hard times before - you know how to distract yourself, to ride the wave of the craving until it eases. And it WILL ease. Cravings are not commands, they are just stupid commercials for something you don't need to buy , a foul ball you don't need to swing at. Let them sail by, and take good care of yourself. You can do this!

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10. Serve warm bread in it. How about 10 things to do with... a towel.

parka (Betcha need one, Mac!)

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Thank you for writing this, Kris. It was the message I needed to hear today. I've been grappling with grief, as well, and the urge to try to smoke away those feelings is strong. I guess such sorrow comes with being lucky enough to love and be loved. Grief can feel bottomless at times. But grief is NOT the entirety of who we are. I refuse to let it define me. And for sure, smoking won't bring my loved ones back... it would just undermine my ability to live a life that honors them. So I keep my quit, I trudge through some days that are difficult, and I practice gratitude for the goodness that life brings my way. Here's some stuff for my gratitude list today: Grateful for Kris. Grateful for my quit. Grateful for everyone in this community. ♥️

Way to go, @Nancy, @jillar and @Linda!

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