I have four girls--ages 12, 10, 5 and 2. I stay at home with the two youngest too. And my biggest problem times are tantrums, whining, and all that other drama the preteens bring. And I love my coffee too. Coffee isn't a trigger for me so much--now I just enjoy the taste of a hot cup of coffee more and see it as a time to sit and relax like I used to with smoking, and never really appreciated the actual coffee. I have switched over to green tea in the evening just to shake things up. I am on day 15 and it is not as bad as I thought--I have to do the deep breathes and just walk away for a moment when the kids are driving me nuts. I read a lot of stop smoking books in order to prepare too--I really liked the American Lung Association's 7 steps to a smoke-free life, I got it on Amazon. Coming to this site also really helps you stay motivated to stay smoke free--I am here whenever you need me!
I smoked 20-30 a day, for 16 years. I tried to quit twice before--but wasn't really determined--just figured I would try it out, This time was different, I prepared myself and knew this was it.
Thanks Jim!! This is a helpful thread! Lots of ideas. Thank you--you have been so supportive to all of us--I always appreciate your posts, replies, comments, etc. They keep me smiling--and not smoking!
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