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I'm glad you have stayed true to your self commitment to quit Solo. That's huge! For me I think it was around the 7th month mark when I just knew I would make it. There was noting specific but just a mental feeling that I would not smoke again because for whatever reason, I just knew smoking gave me nothing. Don't misunderstand me - I loved smoking. Especially that down time you spoke of. Just me and a cigarette. Now I see that as me just avoiding life and life's issues. Now, I just meet them head on, like it or not but I can tell you for sure, I don't miss it one bit. Take some time over the next 6 months to think about what it really is you miss about smoking and at the same time, think about the benefits you now enjoy (there should be lots). Mulling those two things over from time to time should help clarify which lifestyle is more precious to you. Glad to see you back here. If it's support you're looking for ..... this is the place!

I hope you got 2 of those cakes cuz we got someone turning 6 tomorrow!

That's right Ankush - never forget why you quit. That reason, whatever it might be, was powerful enough to move you to take on the biggest challenge of your life so ....... never forget what brought you to this point. It will continue to motivate you through the entire process.

Congratulations Jayhawk on being 1 year smoke free today! After a false start, you applied the lessons learned and forged ahead with your forever quit. We are all very happy and proud for you. And, to welcome you to the Lido Deck and cheer you on, we have managed to get a very special guest to come do the honors ............

We have a special guest who will appear to pipe the inductee onto the Lido too

With a Welcome to the Lido Deck celebration tomorrow, we almost had a big problem with the launching of our new ship! Turns out, ship's OK ..... launching vehicle, not so much 😮

Then, the wife tells me she wants BBQ chicken for dinner?

I decided to quit the day before I did quit so there wasn't much time to think about anything let alone one specific thing I would miss. There was just a dark cloud of trepidation as to how I would possibly be able to quit doing something I loved doing and had done all my life pretty much. Funny how one's perspective can change so completely in such a short period of time. I don't miss anything about smoking now - nothing!

Ducking in and out of the house doing outdoor chores cuz it's +45C (113F) today with humidity factored in so getting into the AC from time to time is a blessing. I was thinking about how it was just back in Feb. sometime it was at around -40 (-40F) for a bit. That was just over 4 months ago. Unreal how the temperature can swing that much in 4 months. No wonder Canadians complain about the weather constantly. It's too hot .... It's too cold 😣

Stevo1 - You are 3 months into your quit now - congratulations! You must be starting to enjoy some of the benefits you have been seeing since you've quit. Stop around and tell us how you're doing; we'd love to hear from ya. Hope you celebrate the occasion of being a quarter year quit and treat yourself to something nice. It's raining 3's!!

My stat is I was quit all day today. That's 1 more day quit than I ever had when I was a smoker.

A guy walks into a bar, sits down next to another guy and immediately notices the guy has a very large Bic cigarette lighter. The first guy says "Wow, that's a huge lighter...where did you get it?" The guy replies "A genie from this bottle granted me one wish." "Great, can I try it?" "Sure." The first guy rubs the bottle and the genie appears. "You are granted one wish" says the genie. The guy says, "I want a million bucks!" "Done" says the genie and disappears. A few minutes go by and suddenly the bar door swings open and pouring in come ducks. Thousands and thousands of ducks falling all over each other through the bar door. "I can't believe this," says the guy who had just placed his wish, "I asked for a million bucks, not a million ducks!" The second guy then says, "Do you really think I wished for a 12 inch Bic?"

You made it Ankush! 3 Months smoke free and a major contributor to this forum. You are two-sixths, or one third of the way to completing your first year already No matter how you do the math ........... you're doing GREAT!!

Congratulations on reaching your 8 month smoke free anniversary Wantsit! Two thirds of the way there now. Steady as she goes!

Congrats Linda on your final monthly Woo-Hoo before you are piped onto the Lido Deck - only 1 month away now! You came here full of doubt and trepidation about quitting and in 11 short months have found yourself and created not only a strong quit but have helped so many others seeking the same thing. That's what makes this a special place and you are a cornerstone of that place. Hope you celebrate the occasion and we'll all look forward to your very own special day next month

Hey Dizzy, you're 3 months quit today - congrats! You're doing a great job in ridding yourself of slavery to cigarettes. 1/4 of the way to completing your 1st year already! Keep up the great work after celebrating this milestone 👏

Congrats Kdad. You are cruising to the Lido Deck now and are 3/4 the way there with 9 months under your belt. Hope you celebrate the occasion today

Today, you're 3/4 of the way to the Lido Deck TobacNO - congratulations! 9 Months is quite an accomplishment. Be sure to celebrate by doing something nice today.

Wow! Look at you @Ferimeth. 2 Months smoke free already. Congratulations. With a steadfast commitment, faith and good support, you can do anything. Keep up the good work!

Fantastic @Warbelian! You have now completed the hardest month of your quit journey. Hang in there as your quit base in now built and things will start to settle down more. Treat yourself to something nice today in recognition of a job well done!

Wow! 2 Years already @justanotherme. A huge accomplishment and a shining light to others here just beginning their journey! Hope you celebrate YOUR day and maybe drop by and let us all know how you're enjoying your smoke free life

Congrats Solo fo reaching another milestone on your quit journey! You are into serious quit territory now and only a month away from the half yesr mark so be sure to celebrate today in some way. You're doing great!

Great job @freeatlast! You are officially though the hardest month of all so celebrate wildly then back to work on month 2

Congrats Pearlie on your 3rd full year being smoke free! Drop by and let us know how you're enjoying that smoke free life