Stats Again! :) - Smoking Cessation Message Board

Deda · 09-24-2004, 12:20 AM

Hey all you non-smoking people, let's do a check-in and post ours "stats" again!
Guess I want to 'cos...

Today is my one year anniversary!

I have probably saved at least $1200 dollars! woo hooo...(purchased them in military commissary)
I used nicotene patches, and brought my frustrations and joy over it to this board! It was tough at first, but now it's a breeze! I rarely crave, and when I do, it sure passes quickly.

To all of those out there that say they want to quit, but fear that you can't do it, I say, keep on trying, NEVER

give up! You CAN do it! I smoked for 30 years, and I loved every minute of it. But I finally got tough with myself, and I wanted it bad enough that I finally became stronger than those little buggers! I had the victory over the nico demon...hehehe

Love, Deda

a very HAPPY NON SMOKER!!

Falynsmommy · 09-27-2004, 08:23 PM

Congrats Deda!!!!!! That is wonderful! You are an inspiration around here.

Myself and my hubby are both still 100% smoke free. We have not had a cigarette in almost 5 months, and we have saved a WHOPPING $2,492.00!!!

And yes, we can tell. We both feel so much better. Our house, car, clothing, bodies, and children don't smell awful anymore. It is such a refreshing feeling, and such a great feeling of accomplishment, knowing that we won. The cigarettes didn't win, we did. We took control. It's great.

We did it cold turkey but I tell people to use whatever method works, whether it be the patch, wellbutrin, Smoke Away, etc. I also loved to smoke, did it for 13 years, and believe me, I have hardly no willpower. I know that if I can find the strength to do this, anyone can. I quit cold turkey, going from 2 and a half packs a day to absolutely nothing. Have faith in yourselves and good luck!

Deda · 09-28-2004, 12:37 AM

Hey, way to go Falynsmommy! Almost 1/2 a year already, and look at all of the $$ you two haved saved so far.

Yes, isn't it great not to stink any longer, and all of the other positive rewards?
Thanks for the nice words, and keep up the great work!
Cheers!

Deda

Phoebe · 11-13-2004, 06:12 PM

Well, it's been 6 months today!

That's how long I quit for the first time. This time, I will not start again. I don't think about it much now if at all. I don't stink. lol I also have so much energy now.

I never realized the amount of energy that I would gain when I stopped. I also think my voice is higher which tell me the effect smoking had on my voice. Has anyone noticed that GERD increased or is noticeable after quitting? Phoebe

Deda · 11-13-2004, 08:36 PM

Hey Phoebe, Congratulations!!!! That's great, 1/2 way to one year! And I'm sure you will make it to that big anniversary.

I'm glad you've decided not to smoke again, you and me both. I had made it to a year not smoking 2 x before, but this time I won't ever go back! I really can't stand to be around it anymore, and I LOVE all the benefits I've gained from quitting, SO many!
About the GERD...I never have found out about there being a connection with quitting smoking. My GERD did start about 1 month after I quit, but I think mine was more caused by my hypothyroid. Did you ever go and post and ask about that on the GERD board? Or you could always start a new thread on this board and ask. My GERD is quite a bit better, (I'm not using prescription meds for it right now, only Tums), but it does come back every now and then, altho not so severe. Aloe vera juice has helped, and eating apples seems to help. Of course there are some foods, (like onions and tomotoes) that are an absolute no no. Hope you can get it under control soon!
Congrats again girl, and keep up the great work..
Deda