I was visiting Paris from... uh... Kansas... and wanted to smoke a cigarette more than just about anything? In other words... H-e-l-p?
bone swa...
mk
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[B]My Quit Date: [/B]6/11/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 29
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 435
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $116.00
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Merci to all of you. It's late, and if you were here I would invite you to the roof top of 75 Rue de Seine for a night cap of some kind of vin rouge and a bowl of Jordan's country crisp cereal for a snack (never saw a box of granola w/dark chocolate curls before:) Man... this has been tough, but you make the difference. (along with baby kitty, of course:) she's not afraid of the metro at all... So glad we can talk.
When I think of smoking on this gorgeous roof top apartment... I think of how NOT out of breath I am every time I climb the 98 steps to it:)
Good night, and I love you guys!!!!
mk
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]6/11/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 29
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 435
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $116.00
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Hey Sam,
I think you're doing great! Rain or shine:)
You're awesome...
We came to Paris with shorts, and it's raining, so we're pulling out the layers. I cried tonight feeling sorry for myself... Maybe I can at least help you.
My 10 yr old put her ear plugs (from the plane) up her nose. Hmmm. Guess it's time for bed:) I wanted to smoke on our really cool rooftop apt. many times... but I'm not. Looking at my child, smiling at me... Hearing my hubby snore nearby... I' going to bed, again. I hope you sleep peaceful too.
Love, a fellow cigarette lover... (though a seriously unworthy poop)
mk
PS Climbing many stairs and walking many places helps replace the exhausting effects of the evening puffs dramatically:) ok baby kitty - I'm going to sleep!:)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]6/11/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 29
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 435
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $116.00
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PS I have to tell you that it's been really hard for me not knowing French very well, and feeling especially apologetic toward our political situation. Life is not fair. A few have been extra friendly in spite of it all. Sometimes I feel like a stone wall too... and want to smoke, drink or whatever- to mask. I'm sure tomorrow will be much brighter!:)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]6/11/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 29
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 435
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $116.00
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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Bonjour alohakeia! It's overcast and a little cool outside. I'm enjoying some quiet time while papakitty and babykitty are metro surfing. They love to get lost and have fun finding their way home with a few cafe and hot chocolate stops. Yesterday we toured the Musee des Egouts (Paris sewer museum!) and then the Orangerie? Beautiful waterlilies and more impressionist art... I hate to miss anything but it's good for me to do this familiar thing and just be still awhile... It's calming and comforting. There is always plenty to do and see!
From the kitchen window I can see the Saint-Germaine church steeple, and many windows with flower boxes underneath. I'm going to step out and get a little lost myself right now:)
xx-oo-mk
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]6/11/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 31
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 465
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $124.00
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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Thanks everyone for the great words and encouragement. I'm still fumer-free in Paris!:) I have to admit I enjoy whiffing smoke from others here and there, but I haven't smoked and I'm happy that I don't have to find places for repeated fixes throughout the day (and my life!). I think the chemicals used in cigs here are different from the US. They smell different somehow, but? I'm sure they cause cancer too! Rest does help a lot. Lack of it is a bad trigger for mama. All I wanted was a fingernail clippers and maybe a scissors the other day, and when I came back from a Pharmacie - Babykitty says "hey mom, did you really spend 24 Euros on that little scissors?"
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[B]My Quit Date: [/B]6/11/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 31
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 465
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $124.00
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Merci alohakeia:)
I'd love a N.O.P.E. hot air balloon ride over Paris this morning with cafe kreme, one of those grand chocolate croissants from Paul's bakery across the street, and a big bowl of fresh strawberries from the market. They're smaller than what we get in KS but they're bright red, sweet and smell wonderful!
Then I'd hop in again for an evening ride with a baguette sandwich and champagne... and my binoculars:)
The binoculars are fun on the rooftop. Up there, the pigeons are polite and I can see a glimpse of what is at the market below. I'll keep you posted if scenery changes:)
oh vwa:)
mk
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]6/11/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 32
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 480
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $128.00
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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Yes I'm here Janna! I'm still learning how to navigate and keep on top of things on the site. I found this by searching for my name. What a great list of Juners!!
Yippee! I can't believe it's already been a month. I still get cranky some evenings, but I made it this far so I know I can go farther - and keep learning along the way. I'm thankful for all of you.
Go Juners! kick those butts!
mk
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]6/11/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 32
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 480
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $128.00
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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I can relate mavawsc. So easy to think we can handle a quickie, but I think not... I thought about bumming a cigarette from a lone lady at a laundromat today! I'm glad you shared this and that you're jumping right back in - with great determination!
mk
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]6/11/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 32
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 480
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $128.00
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