Eileen Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Kind of have good news but kind of embarrased to announce because with all other people are going through---seems like it is not such a big feat---but I am now 39 days without a cigarette!!!! (I had quit , went back, quit went back, this time I am determined) best wishes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betplace Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 On the contrary my friend! That is wonderful news and a fantastic feat! Do not sell yourself short! Many of us here know how hard it is to achieve 1 week with out smoking let alone over 1 month. It should start to get a little easier now, so keep up the good work, as long as you are determined it will not win! Again, congrates on a really BIG accomplishment Blessings Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Way to go, Eileen!! That's a hard won 39 days.... I'm proud of you! XOXOX MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Eileen, CONGRATULATIONS! You have great determination - keep up the good work - i'm cheerin' for you! Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCarl Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 No big feat!!??? WRONG! Did you know you are 39 days free of the third most addictive substance known to medical science? One that ranks ABOVE heroin in terms of physical addiction? Way to go!!!!! Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MO_Sugar Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Way to go!!! God Bless, MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mini george Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 that's great news eileen. your really cool to stop for 39 days.keep it up mini george Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Wooooo Hooooooooo! I think it's great, and I think it's especially great that you have shared this with us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted February 13, 2004 Share Posted February 13, 2004 Good for you. I applaud anyone you can quit. Its one of the hardest things I have ever done... Its been almost 6years for me and I must say I am proud of it. Be proud of every day you are smoke free, you deserve to brag a little Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debi Posted February 13, 2004 Share Posted February 13, 2004 Eileen, Happy 39 days smoke free!!!! It is SO hard to do, especially when you are living your every day life!! You go girlfriend!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mayos Posted February 13, 2004 Share Posted February 13, 2004 Thirteen days without a cigarette is quite a feat.......Pretty soon you'll be able to "smell" again...and you'll be smelling pretty good yourself. I want to tell you I know how hard you're trying....it took me FOUR long hard tries before I made it. I'm close to five years out now but I still remember how darned hard it was to break away from cigarettes in the beginning. The patches helped me...but I know they're not for everybody. A strong deep desire to quit will carry you through. Good luck. If you feel weak sometimes....drop me a note at caponey67@yahoo.com I have a few goofy things I did while my fight to quit smoking was still going strong. Since I always smoked in my car.....I just sat on top of my free hand so it wouldn't be looking around to light up a cigarette as usual. That tactic worked for me. I stayed away from lounges/bars and some restaurants until I felt strong enough to resist. It will take time for you to get a feel for your natural weaknesses....but you'll process them and settle on an apprroach that is best for you. Come join us on the other side...I know you can do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick m Posted February 13, 2004 Share Posted February 13, 2004 great news!!! stick with it!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted February 14, 2004 Share Posted February 14, 2004 Well Done Eileen! Keep it up!!, Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyCW Posted February 14, 2004 Share Posted February 14, 2004 Eileen, GREAT NEWS!!! Hang in there -- You can do it! Lots of people rootin' for you, here, and I'm one of 'em! BeckyCW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teresag Posted February 14, 2004 Share Posted February 14, 2004 Nice work, Eileen! Stick with it! I do believe that few people who have not done it know how difficult it is to stop smoking. You get to treat youself to something special - maybe a shopping trip is in order? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted February 14, 2004 Share Posted February 14, 2004 Way to go!! You can do it. You have made it through the toughest time ( the 1st 2 weeks) Keep it up!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted February 15, 2004 Share Posted February 15, 2004 Excellent News.... I use to be a 2 pack a day smoker and quit 15 years ago.... and I KNOW HOW HARD IT IS!!! I had to change almost every aspect of my daily routine just to keep those cravings at bay.... Keep up the good work the worse part is over... Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Eileen, This is such great news. I smoked for 38yrs., never once stopping or even trying to quit. On Jan. 10th, 2003, I quit and have not gone back. I can even be around the cigs and smoke and it doesn't bother me. I am now the worst thing a smoker wants to be around (if you know what I mean) I'm not cruel. Just want to help save their life. They don't have a clue what cigs. do to your health and I didn't either. I wish I would have known the real effects of what these da* things would do to me. You are to be admired for quitting and staying off of the things. Hang in there and just keep sayng NO... God Bless and prayers for you... Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 GRAND NEWS! Hang in there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eileen Posted February 17, 2004 Author Share Posted February 17, 2004 Thank you all for your best wishes ---44 days now (but whose counting?) and still going strong I really feel a difference in my breathing---had no choice but to quit as I was having trouble breathing and was wheezing at night ---not good sometimes the cravings gets harder than easier---but I know I have no choice again thanks for all the good wishes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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