Mee

I have lived here all my life and this is my first tornado. I kept telling my husband we should get one of those whole house generators. I now think he agrees with me. We figured we have put $200.00 in gas to keep that generator going for four days now. I think we should get a discount on our electric bill. Troves of electric trucks and electricians have come from all over and are helping to get the power restored. It is heartwarming to see them work so hard and long hours. Many people and businesses , in the community and surrounding communities, have offered help in the way of food, water and charging stations.

We actually had an F1 Tornado touch down in our area Tuesday, Aug 5th. Lots of damage and no power. We have been living off a generator that you have to fill with gas every three hours. We are all sleeping downstairs with a little battery operated fan. More and more we are thinking about getting a whole house generator. The weather has been so crazy anymore. It seems impossible to live without our computers and tv.

Congratulations Doreen. You were a major figure in my quit. So happy and grateful for you!

@DenaliBlues, I felt the same. How could we not feel at a loss. We smoked for every event in our lives. We smoked when we were celebrating, smoked when we were stressed. smoked when we were bored and smoked when we were depressed. How powerful we made that cigarette. The humor and people on this site kept me up and laughing. They showed me where my power was.

@tocevoD Everyday it will get easier. Just keep focused on that freedom.

Sportsfan66, I tried every possible way to quit and failed. This place helped me finally find freedom. Stick around, read the info and blogs and play some games. There is a group of wonderful people from around the world that are dedicated to helping you quit. You can do this!

Congratulations this is a huge feat. Keep marching forward.

How great. Keep that wonderful quit going!

What a beautiful post. Unfortunately when we were addicted to the nicotene that next fix ruled our lives and we shut out what it was physically doing to our bodies.

I have missed you too. I will definitely stay around.

Welcome @Dejvis93. You can find freedom! You just have to stick with it. This is a great place for support and the only way I found to be successful. I smoked for 40 years and tried every way to quit. This place led me to freedom. Stick with it and you can make it too.

Hi Lori. Glad you are here. This is a great place for support and the only place that helped me finally quit. Stick with us because freedom can be yours.

Hi everyone. It has been a while. Life has been busy with enjoying retirement. I don't know how I fit everything in before. I have more time but not enough time to get things done. Probably because my day starts much later. Sleeping in, savoring a couple cups of coffee and relaxing on the porch. The next thing I realize, it is noon. I see some of my old supporters and friends. Jillar, Doreen, Reci. . . I am sure there have been many success stories since last I checked. I need to be a little more present. I miss the support and humor. How are all my old buddies doing? Mee

@SavingMeFromMyself just keep that thought. Hate everything about smoking because it serves you no purpose. You can push through the tough days and find your way to freedom.

10 years is awesome. So glad you are doing so well.

Welcome Molly. So glad your ready to quit. You can do this. Just got to take a deep breath and stop. Freedom is wonderful. I smoked for 40 years and have been quit for 4.

Hi all. Missing my quit train friends and wondering how everyone is doing. I am still smoke free and don't have any urge to return. On the road with my hubby travelling in the RV. We just just enjoyed two months ago f sunshine in Florida. I am going to try and be more present here. I know others are looking for support.

Congratulations on 10 months Kris. Two more and we will be cruising together.

Congratulations Dianne! Don't sail without me. I am bringing the booze.

Congratulations Hat. So glad you made it this far and did so well with very little assistance. You have had the determination you needed and persistence to stay quit. I am coming up on my fourth year and have no thoughts of returning. It is a wonderful feeling to be free. I am enjoying spending all those extra funds.

Good for you Happy Passenger. You have the power and strength to quit. Keep telling yourself you no longer smoke and power through the cravings. The nicotine is gone after a couple of days and then you learn to redirect those thoughts. Stay close to the forum, educate yourself, play some games and get to know us. We would love to help you along your journey.

Two months quit is a great place to be - just continue on the same path and you will stay free.

I found it best to just bite the bullet and quit. The sooner you get that nicotine out of your system, the easier it will become to quit. I found strength among the friends I have made on this forum. Hang around, educate yourself, play some games and get to know us. You can do this.

@Matthew0225 unless you get back on the train and SOS when those strong urges appear, you will continue repeating this cycle over and over. That smoke may taste good and give a short lived feeling of satisfaction but all it does is keep you hooked. You can do this!