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That is great Lisa! That is such a healthier way to deal with stress than turning to a cigarette. Oh- I am sure my husband would tell you that I have a tiny temper also- just saved for him ;) .

Welcome to the board! Great job on your decision to break the chains!

Evelyn, You can do this. Just remember, even the strongest craves go away, acknowledge them and tell them that you do not smoke anymore and to go away, then get busy doing something. It is tiring at first, but so worth it. Hang in there.

I just replaced it with something, like a lollipop. My difficult time was driving. I had a bag of lollipops in the car so as soon as I got in the car I grabbed a lollipop. I don't think it is the cigarette you are missing, because it did not give you anything, I think it is the way it kept you occupied, hand mouth movement, etc. Try something different, to keep your hands, eyes, brain busy. Needlepoint, magazines, reading a book, etc. I know you will get over this hurdle Beacon, you have a great quit. Cigarettes do not give you anything but poor health and empty wallets.

Tracey, Congratulations on your forever quit. That was such a nice post. Everyone is tested with their quit, but that is ok, when you know and have the confidence that you will pass that test, and you do know. Proud of you!

I am so happy for you Jackie. It is such a great feeling when you realize you have gone through a whole day and smoking has not crossed your mind. Your body is so much healthier now that it has been in such a long time. Great work on your huge accomplishment.

I know I am a little late in the response, but no worries, like everyone has said. Drink all the milk you want. My weakness was chocolate (still is) . It all evens out. You are so much healthier now. Keep up the great work.

Wow, this is fabulous Ladybug- So proud of you!!

CONGRATULATIONS MELODY! 5 MONTHS IS FABULOUS!

CONGRATULATIONS CRAIG! SO PROUD OF YOU! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK.

Wow, today makes day 8! CONGRATULATIONS! :) YOU ARE DOING FABULOUS, KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK AND TAKE IT MINUTE BY MINUTE. YOU WILL GET THERE. p.s.- NICE TO MEET YOU TOO- ;)

WAY TO GO ON THREE MONTHS! WOO-HOO!!

Jackie, BIG CONGRATS ON THREE MONTHS!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHIP! :D

I agree, Jeni, I miss you too!

I love this Lisa, thanks for sharing.

CONGRATULATIONS ANDREW!

CONGRATULATIONS!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARKUS!

Congratulations Baffled! Way to go on 9 months! I am so glad you have done so well on your quit. You are a great person. I am so happy that I was able to share this journey with you!

CONGRATULATIONS MARTI!

CONGRATULATIONS ON MAKING IT THOUGH HELL WEEK! YOU HAVE DONE ONE FABULOUS JOB!

ACTION, THIS IS FABULOUS! CONGRATULATION, WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK.

CONGRATULATIONS EVELYN!

CONGRATULATIONS PETRA! 9 MONTHS IS FABULOUS!