Lainey, Just a misguided attempt at humor. ;) And Josie, thanks for posting this. I still need to get better at rewarding myself.
Today is a big day for me and I am rewarding myself by doing exactly what I want to and not a thing more. Or less.
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]11/19/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 50
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 750
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $168.75
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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Jazz, whatever you decide about the patch has to be a personal decision but don't let it jeopardize your quit. Yes, you are a quitter. You are not hoisting a cigarette to your face. Many, many have used an NRT or other aid to help them develop the skills to get rid of this addiction. I stopped about a month in and almost lost it so I went back for a couple more weeks.
How are you doing on the patch? Do you think it is helping with the cravings? Have you tried before without the patch? Think it through a little and then decide. Do what you think is right for you but remember you can always change your mind, no matter what you decide.
Jazz, I am not sure what nicotine alone does to our body. I know it is the chemicals in cigarettes that can do a lot of the damage. Perhaps Josie and some others with some knowledge can chime in here and answer this question.
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]11/19/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 50
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 750
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $168.75
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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Just my opinion, but I think in order to "cheat", you have to sneak a cigarette.
Give yourself a big Hug Jazz. What you accomplished is no easy feat - patch or not
Moss
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]11/19/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 50
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 750
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $168.75
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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OK Freedom, Thanks for the push. I will get a list together and post it.
I found a can (see great dream thread) and have been putting away the money saved on my quit meter. I think my wife and I are going to take a mini vaca around the 100 day mark.
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]11/19/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 51
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 765
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $172.13
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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Do you remember that day we threw the cigs out? 50 days seemed miles away. But it really went fast. Here's to the next 50.
Sparky, that poor cat. He/she doesn't look too thrilled at the moment. I will pass on the swim until Mr. Kitty is out of the pool.
Thank you all for taking the time to stop in.
Gratitude
Moss
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]11/19/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 51
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 765
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $172.13
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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Hi LLP, I saw your post in Kristi's thread so just wanted to say Hi and glad your are doing alright. Keep up the good fight.
Moss
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]11/19/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 51
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 765
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $172.13
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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Kodi, When I was a little younger I would tell myself that I can go out and throw back a couple with my friends and I simply wont smoke. It never happened once.
You already know what happens to your will and good senses after a few drinks so your answer may be right there. No judgement, my friend, I've been there. Good Luck to you, And Congrats on the 3 weeks.
And what Jan58 said, You can get pretty sick ( a friend ended up in ER with nic poisoning) if you smoke on the patch so that might be a pretty good motivator if you are out with some pals.
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]11/19/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 52
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 780
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $175.50
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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Mercy, You hit it on the head. For me it is Self respect. That is the reward. I just have to work on the smaller ones, now. You are coming up on a whole year. Way to go Mercy!!! And Thanks all for the thoughtful support.
And I have to ask, What is this "Tuesday" thing? I have a feeling I am missing out on a good joke or something.
Gratitude
Moss
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[B]My Quit Date: [/B]11/19/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 52
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 780
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $175.50
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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Hey there DL, just a quick thought on the coffee thing. I love my morning coffee and refused to give it up. But I did go out and get several different kinds of those flavor creamers to add just to make it a little different than usual. It's a small thing but sometimes the little things can take the edge off in the beginning. And whatever you do, listen to Tresa because she keeps a close watch. Thanks Tresa
Good Wishes to you DL
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[B]My Quit Date: [/B]11/19/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 52
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 780
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $175.50
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Hey Freedom, This is a little off the subject but I saw a reference to Flaxseed between you and goofy and I can't find the thread. I am just being curious because I use it everyday and was wondering what you were sharing about.
Moss
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[B]My Quit Date: [/B]11/19/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 52
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 780
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $175.50
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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