I was at the food market today and a guy was handing out samples of coffee from a local company. I was having fun tasting all the different coffees.

 

I told the guy I had recently quit smoking and now really enjoyed coffee and the different tastes. He leaned over his samples counter to shake my hand and offer congrats then told me he was six months quit. We instantly bonded! We talked about all the rewards...tastes, smells, NO ALLERGIES (another miracle), freedom from being a slave to the addiction etc. This was the first time I met a "fellow quitter" in 3D. I realized that I had been focusing so much on avoiding smokers I'd forgotten there was a whole new world of happy quitters. 

 

It felt so good to be a part of this new world. I knew at that moment I would never relapse, never go back. I just knew it with every cell in my body, and every emotion in my heart. The new world of not smoking was a little bit of heaven on earth.

 

From the smile on the coffee man's face it seemed apparent he loved his new found freedom, too. I noticed how healthy he looked, and how peaceful his smile.

 

We talked a long time about coffee...how "less was best"...and how, as a non smoker, one can savor coffee and appreciate it, and not use it like a drug.

 

The New World of New Normal is a place where many happy quitters reside. There are opportunities everywhere to be supportive of new quitters.

Awesome post - remember to cherish that moment when you knew you were a non smoker :-). So happy for you :-)

Agree with Pippa, "the moment" you know is a wonderful memory :)  Excited for your breakthrough from connecting to someone. x

Agree with Pippa, "the moment" you know is a wonderful memory :)  Excited for your breakthrough from connecting to someone. x

You have taught me so much, through sharing your experiences and insight, Marti, I just want to say thanks. Okay, I'm having a "euphoria" day...when the rewards of not smoking shine brighter than the sun. This day hard won because many recent days have been tough, with silent screaming (yes, I confess) tears, struggle. Thank you, dearie, for paying it forward with such grace and beauty. You are truly a lovely human being.

Aw, that's a lovely thing to read at the beginning of my week. Humble thanks for being involved with your euphoric moment :) xx

I.m loving every minute of this stuff ya,ll-   Fine job CPK- 

 

I did not know how good this would feel................

 

Everybody have a terrific day,,,

RC

You are so honest & open CPK! YOU are 3D! Always feel your pleasure or your pain....I DO prefer your pleasure