Redrosie,
It sounds like you are doing better now, thank God! I have to say that I was surprised to see your name at the top of that post, you are always so THERE for everyone here. I'm glad that you posted when things got rough. I posted a lot when things were rough, I'm kind of embarrased that I was so whiney, but hey, at least I didn't smoke and I'm sure I have a few more rough patches to go. I hope that all of us can give you the support that you need to continue, because you certainly have a way of making all of us feel hopeful when all seems lost. Thanks for being there for us, you really have a way about you. So, you can't start smoking becuase we all still need you ;-). I've really stuggled with motivation in serveral areas of my life while on this journey, and I just keep thinking, I WILL NOT smoke, NOPE! I must be done with this because I am almost 43, I want to live a long, active life, I hate wrinkles and I want to grow old gracefully (how's that for vanity ;-), I want to see my grandkids and be able to take care of my Mom in her later years. I want to have as much fun when in my 60's and 70's as my parents are having. Gees, they make me want to get old and retire. So, remember where you are going, who you want to be as you age, and suddenly, those ciggies wont look so good. A year or two of discomfort as we readjust to life without our psychological crutch will lend itself to years without having to have a real crutch.
On with our quits, yes?
Thanks again for all that you do here. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/5/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 44
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,320
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $308
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 4 [B]Hrs:[/B] 6 [B]Mins:[/B] 51 [B]Seconds:[/B] 42