This is my first Christmas without Cigarettes, I feel very proud of myself because there was 3 people who went outside on the verandah to smoke. I didn't get the urge to follow, but I did reflect with some nostalgia but kept busy at the time. Later on I went out with the other smokers, and told them this was my first year without cigarettes at Christmas. I think they were happy for me, no one encouraged me to join them which they would have done in the past. I also had visitors stay over who smoked too. This wasn't too difficult because I was at home. Some discussions on smoking or not smoking ensued and let them know about the information on forums to look up. I gave a luncheon  on Boxing day,  which went extremely well.. For two days had a ball. Lots food singing and dancing. Started on new eating programme today. 

Best Christmas Present was clear skies and moderate temperatures.

That's great, @forestgreen 

 

It wouldn't surprise me if some of those smokers you talked about were secretly envious of you having quit.  Maybe you inspired a couple to seriously consider quitting.  Quitting is a rewarding path to follow.

 

I'm glad you enjoyed Christmas without having to plan how to get your next nicotine fix.  Enjoying Christmas without having the stress of worrying where your next nicotine fix will come from is a great feeling.

 

This is such a cheering post, forestgreen.

The first year may be fraught with challenges as we learn our way when everything is strange and new

but, the journey gets lighter as we go along.

 

2 hours ago, forestgreen said:

For two days had a ball. Lots food singing and dancing.

 

Keep the ball rolling ...sing/dance/eat well and rejoice...You Quit Smoking !

Yey!

Great post forest and I'm so glad you had such a nice smoke free Christmas