I woke up today, to a new day

[Chilli]

Wonderful! I love to hear people quitting smoking. Luckily my dad quit a year or two ago and my Mum quit about nineteen years ago as soon as she found out that she was going to have her first baby.
Unfortunately, my Grandmum lost her battle with Lung Cancer(which also caused bone cancer) caused from smoking last year. She wasn't expected to die as soon as she did, but the fluid caused from the Chemo built up around her heart and caused a heart attack. That year leading up to her death was hard on everyone, but especially her. She left behind her two dogs, and it was so sad to see her older dog looking so lost without her.
I'd hate to see that happen to anyone, especially someone like you who has such a passion for animals.
Good luck!!

[Karen]

Congratulations!!!!! Any need for encouragement, let us know! Smoking has killed too many people we know and love, don't let you be one of them!

[sandragonfly]

(((oh sue!!))) hoorah!! I'm sooo glad for you! keep going girl! any of my friends I love and care so much smoke breaks my heart, more than you know. (that includes you, donna too! can you join us?) quitting smoking - it's just a start, the hardest part - and with extra supports here, with me (keeping an eye on you) - we all know you will!! trust me, would ya? just, just remember as the hardest part goes away, going easier for you. I think overcoming this deadly habit around smokers is a ...big wow!

I've been thinking of you all day/night after we talked about this, hoping you went through the day (and another day) allright! I tried to call you a couple of times today after your work but couldn't with so-so coverage here! (grr) please keep on pm'ing me on how you're feeling/doing and all, I care and will be waiting! I thank you so much for doing this, hanging on this with me.

((((thinking-of-you-hugs!))))... sooo anxious for you and happy!!

[Corinna]

I'm glad to hear your still hanging in there and got rid of a very nasty habit.

[K9karen]

Heartfelt congratulations! Lots of luck! I keep promising myself everyday that I'll stop. The dentist even gave me free samples of the Nicotrol inhaler which is just sitting on the table staring at me. I know it's just an awful habit from nerves. You'd think, after watching my mother suffer from COPD, that I'd have learned my lesson. Plus they're so expensive. Shame on me. I'm so proud of you and wish you success. You're a better person than I am.

[lv4dogs]

I want to thank each & everyone of you for your kind words & support. It is working, I'm on day #2 and still no cigs. The only time I really crave one is a few times throghout the day at work, because ALL of my co-workers smoke. And no I can't get them to go outside or away from me, sometimes I can't even get away from them.

It really isn't TOO hard for me as I didn't smoke that much to begin with. I NEVER smoke in my house or around kids or animals or around people who have issues with it and the only time I would smoke in my car is if I was alone (no people or pets).
I usually only smoke about 3 to maybe 7 or so tops (on a bad day) cigs a day. I used to smoke one in the morning, it was my cup of coffee since I don't drink coffee, then maybe I'd smoke a couple while at work, then one when I get home from work. And possibly when my nerves are shot.
Sometimes I'd smoke a couple if I was drinking with friends too.

[Corinna]

Keep it up. You'll feel better for yourself.

[Laura's Babies]

This is the year I decided I would try to quit smoking again and at our company meeting this week, they told us they will PAY for any method, no matter how many it takes, to help us to quit. No matter the cost or how many trys it takes, they will pay! (I personally think the cigarette companies should pay) So I am REALLY motivated now and plan to give it the best effort I can and hopefully, by the end of this year, I will be smoke free! Could I enlist some PT prayers to help me with this because I know I will need God's help to quit!

[poofy]

Im so thankful if any one quits..
I prayed for god to help me 6 or 7 years ago and havent touched or even wanted one since, and i smoked 4 packs aday and for over 35 years..
I thank God for delivering me from that , and not even a bit of craving left over..quit cold turkey all in one day..Thank God..hang in there..and you dont have to have the carving..it will go away..

[slleipnir]

Congrats! I'm sure it will be really hard, but you can do it It will be worth it :

[Poo]

Wel done you for giving up the smokes, I can understand excatly what you are going through. I tried many times to give up, using the nicotine replacement patches and the gum, but i never suceeded. Then last October I decided to try again with no help, no patches, no gum. I felt that getting up every morning and putting the patch on was just a daily reminder of what I was doing.

I have given up now for just over 3 months. I have got to the stage now where some days I don't give it a thought. It's great, I feel so much better and have saved so much money. I can spoil my furbabies all the more.

Well done you and keep it up

Nicki x

[luvofallhorses]

You can do it! I have been smoke-free for 2 months! I eat a lot, though..

[anna_66]

I'm glad to hear your doing so well. Keep it up

Laura's Babies,
I'll be rooting for you!!!

[lv4dogs]

Day #3 & no ciggs! I feel pretty good too, besides I have that slight quitting smoking cough. Its not that bad though, not as bad as a few years ago when I was smoking almost a pack a day & quit.

I find myself fidgetting (sp?) more & eating more.

[Vela]

That is awesome! Keep up the good work. Find something to do with your hands to keep them busy, play with rubber bands, one of those stress balls, even some clay or silly putty or something. Eat pretzels and other lower fat content foods to help with the snacking, and some fresh fruits cut up. You can keep them handy and take them to work with you, maybe some of those goldfish crackers too. Anyway, keep up the good work, soon that nasty cough will be gone and you'll feel even better and not risk your health with those horrid cigarettes.