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Hang in there, Aine. I agree that winter months SUCK!!! And you have gone through so much lately. As far as e-cigs - They say they are nicotine free, but what other stuff do they put in them that we don't know about??? They aren't really regulated, right? I'm certainly not for over-regulation, but for addictive stuff like cigs & stuff - yes. It isn't right to sell a product that knowingly addicts people. I'm sorry, Aine. Dont smoke, Girl. Just say NOPE!

Whew! That last one took a lot out of me. I may need a nap before I answer the next. :)

What bucket list/adventure will you do next year?? - Next year in the Spring, I'm making plans to travel to Nashville, TN with my two BESTIE COLLEGE BUDS! For about the last 8 years or so, we have been meeting in a different city for a girls' weekend since we all live in different states. Not sure what else is on the books. I like to try to get in a vacation with the family too and to do a few things locally. :) (No jumping out of planes for me, Sarge!) Where are you originally from? San Diego, CA (technically a suburb, but SD County). How many siblings do you have, do you see them regularly? One brother who I see once in a while. Sometimes our families go camping together. I see him on holidays, for the occasional birthday dinner, and sometimes just randomly. He lives about 35-40 minutes from me. Do you have any major regrets in life (apart from smoking)? I wish I had spent more time with my dad when he was sick and dying (he died from cancer caused by – yep, smoking). I lived in a different state, and wasn’t financially stable at all, but life is valuable, and I wish I had made a stronger effort to be with him a lot more than the few times I went to see him. What would your ideal career/dream job be? To not have one!!! LOL-jk I’ve been lucky enough to have flexible work hours that enable me to be home with my kids when they are home or whenever they need me. That is pretty ideal. Are you happy with what you have achieved in life or do you wish you had done more? Yes, I am happy with what I have achieved. I am healthy, able, secure. I have two great kids, a husband who loves me, loving family nearby. We are able to give a bit to charity financially, but I wish I gave more and that I was more giving with my time on a more personal level. I suppose any of that can change at any time, so I thank God every day for what I have and pray He will continue to guide me and keep me and my loved ones safe. What countries have you been to? England, Switzerland, Spain, Germany, Italy, Greece, France and The Netherlands (Amsterdam) (not in that order) – Hit all those on a European tour I took with those two Bestie College Buds I mentioned earlier after we graduated from college. It was our first trip together and little did we know that many years later we’d be meeting up once a year. Love those two girls!!! And Mexico. If you won the lottery tomorrow what would you do/ change? I’d charter a plane and fly all of my Quit Train friends to a month long (or longer if I can) all-expense paid party on a warm beautiful tropical island, of course!!! Cheers!

I would live in San Diego, CA. Thanksgiving - reminds me all reasons to be Thankful. I miss spending it with my family though. We spend the day at my in-laws. They are very mellow. With my family, it was always loud, chaotic, kids running around, barely room to sit. :) I start every day with two cups of coffee and end it with a glass or two of red wine (maybe a little more on weekends, and the occasional Tuesday - lol), so I guess those are my faves. xx :)

Gotta go to work. Will answer more later. :)

Any time, Bakon! I'd love to go drinking with you. I'll ditch the flip flops, get a pedicure and throw on some strappy sandals. We'll borrow the Pimp's limo, stop at a couple of fun bars, grab some food, maybe hit a strip club. I can't wait! :)

While it sounds appealing, Sarge, you may have to come up with a better offer. This girl ain't jumping out of no plane. I hike well traveled trails below tree level, and I rather swim in an ocean than run in Ohio. As far as gardening goes, my husband has made a huge garden plot, which he so carefully and graciously roto tills each spring with fresh manure. We could have a beautiful, abundant, flourishing garden if that lazy wife of his would put in just a little more effort. But as it is now, we grow an abundance of weeds and a few vegetables - maybe when I retire I'll put a little more love into it. ;) I will however, swing by when I'm in your part of town. I'd be thrilled to meet the lovely Mrs. Sarge... and check out The Sarge's grapes. ;)

Great job - was just thinking of you recently! :)

I've been taking care of my family lately. They need lots of attention and are worth every moment. I did go to Florida and wrestle alligators. I also swam with hundreds of jelly fish! I only got stung once, but others were not so lucky. Well, maybe the "wrestling" with alligators was not true, but we SAW alligators, and the jelly fish story is WAY true. I've got pix to prove it. :) Lots of jelly fish in the water that day! :)

So many things to love about not smoking!!! My fave is that I don't have to hide anymore because it was a HUGE pain in the butt!!! Many people knew I smoked when I was younger, but then I quit and relapsed After I relapsed, I hid it from EVERYONE, my husband, my kids, my friends. It was sooooo hard to find a place to smoke, then hide the smell from my breath and clothes. How ridiculous! Plus I wanted to smoke ALL the time! I LOVE being free! :)

keep it up!!! We quit one day at a time. Everyday is just more awesome! :)

So, yeah. I haven't been here a lot like I was in the early days, lots of new peeps, have had my own threads, but not the "Ask me anything" thread, and I'm in need of a little attention, I guess, so have at it peeps, and I'll tell you what I want you to know if you want to know anything. ;)

#1? I should totally know this. :)

YAY DELTA!!!!! So proud of you young man! Way to keep the quit!!!! We'll have to have a chat party in your honor soon.

YAY WILEY!!!! So happy for you - the funnest BatShark around!!!! :) Conrats!

YAY SARAH! Party it up like a rock star. :)

YAY!!!! 4 months is AWESOME!!!!

# 3 is the lie. I don't really care that much about football; although, once in a while, I watch a game. :)

Two days ago. Shredded beef and bean burrito smothered in green chile. Yummy!!!! When was the last time you worked on a Sunday?

I'll go since she hasn't. 1. Software updates at the office literally make me cry. 2. I'm spending my Sunday at the office. 3. I'm super bummed that not only did I miss the Bronco game, but that they lost to the rams!

Been a while since I have been to this thread. YUMMO!!!!! I made Mac & Cheese with bacon and Panko bread crumbs the other night (photo courtesy of my daughter).

$8 bucks a month. It might cut into the beer budget, so you my have to skip a few. ;)

It's a show we can watch as a family - much unlike Game of Thrones or Orange is the New Black. :)

Watch for it! :)

It's on Netflix, Sonic. I don't think they are making any new ones. :( They have 7 seasons with like 12 episodes each. Season 8 is not yet on Netflix yet, I don't think. :) It's predictable, but funny. :)