Last check-in for the evening. I’m going to a concert tonight and won’t be back until late, so I may not turn the computer on.
Dave, not to worry - you’ll just do like Jeannie and start over. I see zyada has tomorrow, so I will be your sponsor on Tuesday. Tuesday, every time you even think about smoking a cigarette, think of me standing over you with a frying pan in my hand, held high over my head, ready to bop you one. Don’t let me down, ok? It may take a few false starts, but you can do this!
Cristi, I’ll be with you in spirit all day tomorrow. It will be a tough, tough day, and you will not want to go through with it the more the day progresses. That’s when you have to be the strongest, and that’s when I’ll be here to help. Congratulations on making this decision - it’s the smartest thing you’ll ever do for yourself.
Wally, A running back, huh? Hmmmmmm. Actually, I kindof like the idea of me on a field with a bunch of big, burly men trying to tackle me. Oh wait, wrong board. Nevermind. Hehehe
I did not smoke for Grace today, as many times as I wanted to. Tomorrow, I will not smoke for purplebear (who will be with me in spirit since she’s not on the board right now).
I have managed to go 6 days, 17 hours, 42 minutes and 6 seconds without smoking 80 cigarettes!! I’ve got an extra $12.53 to put in my savings account and 6 hours, 40 minutes more to spend it.
Dave, don’t beat yourself up overing having smoked. Sometimes these things happen before we strengthen our resolve. I believe you have a strong desire to quit smoking. Remember we’re here for you and we all believe that you can do it. I would be honored to be a sponsor.
Jeannie and Shayna, I am so proud of you.
Cristi, I’ll be thinking of you tomorrow. Good luck hon.
I did it! I did not smoke for Grace today. And it wasn’t all that bad. I feel so great right now! I love not smoking! Why the hell did I ever do it to begin with?
Tomorrow, I will not smoke for purplebear.
And now (drumroll)…
I have been smoke free for: Four days, 4 hours, 32 minutes and 47 seconds.
62 cigarettes not smoked,
Money saved: $12.57.
Life saved: 5 hours, 10 minutes.
Shayna, you got me for next Saturday! Thank you for all your support! I’ve had a rough couple of days but I am back on track. I think what you are doing is much harder than what I am doing simply because you can go cold turkey (mmm…turkey…) You are doing a great job! Pretty soon, you will have done it!
Cristi, I would be honored to sponsor you on Thursday. You are going to kick this! Think about how strong all the ex-smokers in this thread have been. You are in some great company and they are all wonderful role models!
Everyone is doing wonderfully! I am thinking of you all and sending lots of positive thoughts your way!
Good morning Wally, my sweet. It is gloomy and overcast here today, which sortof matches my mood. I’m still not smoking. But I’m starting to get mad again that I “can’t” have a cigarette. I still want one. When will this stop?
I wish you were here, 'cuz I could sure use a hug.
It’s now been 1 week, 9 hours, 21 minutes and 1 second, and I haven’t smoked 88 cigarettes. I’ve saved $13.74 and added 7 hours, 20 minutes to spend it.
Sahyna, you’ve been through a very tough battle, and, strange as it may seem, you want to reward yourself with a cigarette. It’s strictly psychological. Which is not to diminish it’s power. Sometimes, it can be more powerful than the nicotine addiction itself.
This can be a very dangerous time. The “evil Shayna” hasn’t given up. She might start to say, “How long do I have to fight? Who’s got the strength for this? I’m getting worn out. Everybody lied to me. Look how long it’s been, and I’m still freaking out. I wish Wally was here. I’d give him such a slap like you wouldn’t believe. Maybe if I have just one, It’ll remind me how much I want to quit.”
The war is over, Shayna. There’s still a few small battles to be fought, but just remind yourself of what you’ve accomplished.
Strut, babe. Put a little extra wiggle in your walk. God knows, you’ve earned it.
Cristi, I know you won’t be able to see this until you get home but I wanted to let you know that I’m thinking about you. I’m sending you lots of positive energy and hoping that it helps you quit smoking.
Wally, you are such an inspiration!! I sure have appreciated all the encouragement you have given to all these folks here. Heck, you’ve encouraged me and I don’t even smoke. YOU are the best!!
Shayna and Jeannie, how are y’all doing this morning?
Dave? You still with us? Come on and let us know how you’re doing.
Hi everyone else! I hope everyone is doing great this morning. I’m rooting for you all.
Good morring all(actually it 830pm here) but thought that since purplebear wouldn’t be able to come around and say congrats to the non somokers, I would do it for her(one of the few times I felt comfortable talking for her). keep up the good work and God’s speed to each and every one of you.
Ps If you were over here on the far side like I am you would already have comepleted the day you are about to begin.
Mr. Bear
I can’t take any credit for what has been accomplished here, but I feel like I’m part of it, and that makes me feel good.
How’s everybody doing? Remember, all the tobacco companies are owned by the Illuminati. Their purpose is to keep us addicted so that they can control us and rule the world.
"The “evil Shayna” …might start to say, "How long do I have to fight? Who’s got the strength for this? I’m getting worn out."
Ain’t that the truth!
I wish Wally was here. I’d give him such a slap like you wouldn’t believe.
That is not at all what I’d give you if you were here. Can I say what I’d give you on this message board?
Maybe if I have just one, It’ll remind me how much I want to quit."
No, more like, if I have just one, what the hell is the big deal? One will not kill me. In fact, I don’t even want one. I’d settle for half right about now. I’m even thinking “to hell with this gung-ho sponsor shit. I want a f***ing cigarette and no one can make me stop.” It’s a bad day.
1 week, 12 hours, 21 minutes and 58 seconds.
90 cigarettes not smoked, saving $13.98.
Life saved: 7 hours, 30 minutes… Yeah? So what?
Yeah, I quit. I didn’t download the thingy that counts how much you save. I’ll get around to it.
No, I’m not in a good mood. The cravings haven’t been all that bad, really. Remember how I said both my kids had colds? Well, I’ve got it now too.
I smoked my last cigarette at 12:30 am, just before I went to bed. I took my Wellbutrin this morning, then put on a patch. I’ve been a bit hyper today, but not overly so. I did the water thing, too, and that does help. Know what else helps? Corn Nuts. Crunchy little pieces of stuff that I can shove into my face.
I only had one cup of coffee today. I’ve had no Coke whatsoever. My head hurts, and it hurts bad. I usually drink 3-4 cups of coffee, and damn close to a 2 liter of Coke a day. But I know that the caffeine encourages the nicotine cravings, so I decided I’d better cut back on that as well. But f*** it. I’m going to have a cappucino. My head hurts. If I start craving a smoke, I’ll eat some Corn Nuts. Or cry. I think I’m PMSing too.
I HATE THIS! (insert expletive of your choice here)!!!
It couldn’t have been very easy to see your sponsor having such a hard time today - sorry about that. But for the most part, the craving has passed. I think mostly I didn’t really want a cigarette because of wanting a cigarette, I was just in a bad mood, mad at my boss, tired, etc., and dammit a cigarette would have taken the edge off, you know?
But I suffered past it, and so far today I have not smoked for purplebear. And I really mean that. When I was |thisclose| to having one, I thought about how disappointed purplebear would be if she came back and found out I’d smoked on her “watch”.
I’m heading home in a few minutes and I’ll check back in to see if you are ready to have a hissy fit and need me to yell at, ok? I’ll help however I can.
I’m still smoke free. It’s now been 1 week, 17 hours, 41 minutes and 32 seconds without 92 cigarettes, saving $14.39 and adding 7 hours, 40 minutes to my life.
Well, I made again. Sorry I haven’t checked in. I had a doctor appointment earlier (just a check-up), so I didn’t get here as quickly after work as I usually do.
Today wasn’t that bad. Not at all. I feel so great. I barely thought of smoking today.
The doctor put me on my inhaler again, but it’s only for really humid days, when I’m feeling really congested. It also seems that I may have the beginnings of a minor ulcer. (I’m not just trying to get sympathy here, there’s a reason I tell you this). He gave me something for the stomach pain, and said it was a good thing I quit smoking now. He said that it’s practically impossible to treat an ulcer in someone who smokes. So, that gives me even more incentive to keep away from the cigarettes.
The doctor asked what my secret was for doing so well even though I quit cold turkey. I told him about you guys and our “sponsor” thing. He thought that was so cool. And it is. It’s hard to smoke when I know I’d be letting one of you down.
That’s why today I did not smoke for purplebear. And I thank Mr. Bear for stopping in to check on us. That was incredibly sweet.
And now…
I have been smoke free for: Five days, 2 hours, 48 minutes and 6 seconds.
76 cigarettes not smoked,
Money saved: $15.35.
Life saved: 6 hours, 20 minutes.
Thanks, Shayna. My husband just brought me back a nice white chocolate cappucino, and he’s on his way out to get us some excellent Cantonese food. He’s also going to bring back the “Die Germs! Die! Die!” version of TheraFlu for me.
I wonder if the fact that I’m sick is making the cravings less severe? Does anyone have any experience with this? I know that in the past, I have smoked less when I’ve had colds, but I still craved them. The cravings I had today were definitely manageable. Will they get worse tomorrow? Or if they stay the same, will the cravings be near-debilitating by the time this cold is completely gone–which should be shortly before Chicago? I’d really hate to be going through massive withdrawals in Chicago. That is not the way to Win Friends and Influence People.
OK, all, glad to see you’re still holding on! Don’t forget, Shayna, Jeannie, I’m your sponsor tomorrow, and I’ll be checking up on you constantly (like Big Brother.)
Shayna, I’m sorry that you’ve had a bad day. Hopefully tomorrow will be easier
Jeannie, I’m glad to hear you’ve gotten to the point where you’re at. Now all you have to do is remember the hell you went through last week, whenever you get cravings.
Christi, quitting caffeine and nicotine at the same time? Ouch! The connection between caffeine & cigarettes may be more behavioral than physiological. You know, when you take a coffee break, light up at the same time. Maybe you could try getting some NoDoz to help with the headaches. Or try getting your caffeine in a new way?
Anyway, feel free to scream at me if you want to vent!
weirddave? How’s it going? I’ve been sending positive thoughts your way. Also, I have something nice for you if you make it through today!
Hey Y’all. How’s it goin? I have been busy most of the day and not had a chance to post. I’m doing O.K. I have not smoked today, and I’m in for the night with no smokes, so I guess I made it. Actually, it hasen’t been THAT hard. I just havent smoked. With me a lot of it is the habit thing. I’m on the road a lot in my job, and I idlely smoke as I drive. If I have no Cigs, It’s easier. So, Zyada, I made it through your day. Thank You. Falcon has tomorrow, and someone else wanted Wed., I forget who, I’ll look it up. See Y’all soon.
Three months, one week, six days, 1 minute and 46 seconds. 103 cigarettes not smoked, saving $15.59. Life saved: 8 hours, 35 minutes.
as you can see, i didn’t smoke very many cigarettes every day. (1). i’ve read the column about this, but what do y’all think about the detrimental affects of one-a-day?
the price is somewhat misleading b/c i’d throw away packs because they were getting stale. i would have spent more.
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