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#1
May 01, 2007, 12:41 PM
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The last time I tried to quit, I made it 2.5 days before I went to play pool and being in the pool hall make me say screw it, I ripped off the patch and bought a pack of smokes. Well, about a month ago, I set May 1st as the day to try again, because as of today, smoking will no longer be allowed indoors, anywhere. I'm doing the gum this time instead of the patch. The patch actually caused nerve pain. I've only had one piece of gum so far today, and its lasting almost an hour. You only chew it for a few seconds and then "park it" between your gums and cheek like chew. Seems to be doing the trick.
I've also been praying for the obsession of nicotine to be removed today. I know I'm powerless over nicotine and my life is definitely unmanageable because of cigarettes. So....I'll be doing a 4th step soon on my resentment at cigarettes. Last time, I didn't use the steps. This time I am, sooooo maybe it'll work!!!!
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May 01, 2007, 01:05 PM
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Hello ((((((((((RAYNA)))))))))
I think you are making a very crucial decision for your health. You should be very proud of yourself for making this decision. I hope all goes well in the future in your endeavour to stop smoking. Take care and good day. Soidhonia
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#3
May 01, 2007, 01:36 PM
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I know I definitely want to be quit before I'm 30. This isn't my first attempt, but I'm hoping that I've learned from the past. So far its going ok. The gum is awesome, and I'm chewin on straws.
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May 02, 2007, 09:52 AM
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good luck hon!
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May 02, 2007, 11:27 AM
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It's Day 2 now, made it yesterday!!!!
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May 02, 2007, 11:37 AM
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{{{{{{RAYNAY}}}}}}
one of the best things i ever did for myself was to quit smoking its been 12years since. i stopped when i first found out i was preggers. was a bit rough at times ya know after dinner or at a party or just hangin out but. like you i had a new love to help me with any craving feeling. i had my son .like you have your bf now. hope hes not a smoker then that would stink. lol.. so congrats on day 1 and keep up the good work and i totally have faith in you with this. look at what youve already accomplished so this should be a peice of cake for you.   
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#7
May 02, 2007, 01:53 PM
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You can do it Ray!!!! You'll probably have a few cheats but that doesn't mean you can't go back to having quit. Try your best not to cheat though because it sucks you in again so fast if you're not really disciplined. It's hard, I know-it took me a few months of quitting before I REALLY quit. And now when I try to cheat, I don't enjoy it at all. It's icky and nasty and it smells terrible.
You can do it, you'll be sooo glad you did when you wake up and you can breathe in really deep breaths you haven't breathed in a very long time. It feels great. And for a hint to help you through those cravings, do anything that makes you have to breathe in deeply. Getting yourself out of breath is the best thing, or get a bowl of steaming water and put your head under a towel and inhale the steam in deeply add some tea or anything minty (Eucalyptus) to the water to make it really awesome. This trick really works when you get that "swelled lung" feeling. |
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#8
May 02, 2007, 01:59 PM
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I know I can't cheat, cuz that first cigarette would start the obsession. Its been harder today, so I'm cleaning my apartment instead of staying at the desk. I never thought about inhaling steam....there's times I just want to inhale SOMETHING hahaha. I'm breathing easier, but I'm coughing up all the crud today. I don't want to have to do the first day and half over again, so that's what's helping to keep me going.
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May 02, 2007, 03:43 PM
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THIS FREAKING SUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I should have known not to try and quit on the first, the first of the month is always stress time for me, paying bills and watching my damn checkbook dwindle. This month is especially bad because my electric bill is going up having to use a/c and my car battery died yesterday so i had to get a new one and now my damn car registration is due this month too and there's no way I can pay my %#@&#! internet bill that I put off last month thinking I could pay it this month and now there's these unexpected expenses so I don't know what will happen to my internet YET again. Its my %#@&#! fault for not being able to quit smoking until now, they're such a waste of money and got me into this mess so I'M SO %#@&#! FRUSTRATED RIGHT NOW BECAUSE I WON'T SMOKE OVER THIS, CAN'T SMOKE BECAUSE NOW I'M REALLY BROKE.......sooo frustrated!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! With myself.............and I can't get my instant relief from a cigarette. I won't do it. I just won't. I have like $10 left in my acct and thats for gas in my car. I might find a way to get the net paid, but its the only thing I can get away with not having, even though I'll miss PC something terrible.
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May 02, 2007, 04:48 PM
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I'm doing a little better. I sucked it up and emailed my dad asking for help. Hopefully he'll help. Not panicing as bad. Sorry for rambling....
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May 02, 2007, 05:33 PM
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(((((((((Rayna)))))))))))
I know exactly what you are feeling and the stress you are going through. I'm so sorry it's bothering you like this. It's easy to make excuses....don't take the easy route hon. You are doing fine....get it out of your system....yell...scream....holler.....it will get better!!!! Keep going girl...you CAN and WILL succeed!!!!!!! I have faith in you and your abilities to care for yourself. Big Hugssssssss J |
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#12
May 02, 2007, 05:49 PM
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I didn't run out and buy any. Busied myself doing dishes. Got a soda from the vending machine in the laundry room. Made some popcorn. This too shall pass, I know, and I don't want to go through this again, EVER.
Thanks for your kind words. I'm still trudgin.....
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May 02, 2007, 06:38 PM
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you are doing so good!! one minute at a time hon!
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May 03, 2007, 12:00 PM
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Its really hard right now. Got an email from my dad the really upset me last night. Now I really want to smoke this morning.....but I won't. Popped my gum and am chewin a straw. Hangin on by a thread.....taking it a minute at a time.
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May 03, 2007, 12:55 PM
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well done ray ray. knew you wouldn't give in- you dont realise hw strong you are - i see it - so do others - i know you're now a non-smoker cause yuo put your mind set in right direction - well done
kerry xoxoxoxoxo love you hon |
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May 03, 2007, 01:15 PM
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Thanks Jinn. Its a little easier now. I've posted a lot about whats making me sad, so its helping with the cravings.
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May 04, 2007, 11:04 AM
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Made it past day 3....the longest I've ever gone. Whooo hoooo!!!!!
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May 04, 2007, 11:05 AM
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Oh, and my apartment is now becoming spotless....haha!
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May 04, 2007, 12:33 PM
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{{{{{{{{RAYNAY}}}}}}}}
keep it up.. it will get easier.. so proud of you  since your house is clean come help do mine! |
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May 04, 2007, 01:01 PM
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way to go Ray!! I have been thinking about quitting myself. I started again after 18 years nicotine free, WHAT WAS I THINKING?!>?!?!?!?!? Good for you, keep us posted!
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May 05, 2007, 07:54 PM
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Hi Ray,
You're doing great!!!! I know it's really hard, especially the first three days. You can do this! (((((((Ray)))))))))) 
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May 05, 2007, 09:37 PM
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(((((((((((RAY)))))))))))))))))
You go girl...here let me give you my moms number lol.... your doing great keep up the good work..k? Take it one day at a time.. if you need me or need to chuck something dont be afraid to call for some backup...you can call upon me ok ?? Go ahead and chuck away..im a good dodger...lol keep up the wonderful work...
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#23
May 06, 2007, 04:04 AM
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(((ray ray)))
so proud u are trying again ur a strong one |
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#24
May 06, 2007, 08:29 AM
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Awesome job (((((((((((((((((Rayna)))))))))))))))))
Way to go girl!!! Whenever I quit, the 4th day has always been the hardest....You rock woman! Hugssssss J |
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#25
May 06, 2007, 11:32 AM
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Great job, Ray!! I am on day 1, I gotta do it this time.
You are ahead of me so you are an inspiration. Keep on keepin' on! Radar |
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