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Dahli
Member
11-27-2000
| Friday, January 25, 2008 - 10:36 am
Aw Pamy, I remember that so well and how I cried when reading her words of gratitude because really isn't that what this/life is all about? Doing what we can to help each other and support each other and make a difference? She was so very special and you can hear the excitement and power she was feeling communicated in that post....
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Friday, January 25, 2008 - 7:58 pm
Dahli, I meant to post yesterday that I think its awesome that you still come here and encourage people. I didnt realize you were the one that told Fly about the book until I read that post, I love the fact that you helped her feel so powerful, even if it was for just a little while I so agree with what you said and if I can help one person feel the way you made Fly feel my heart would sing!!! xoxoxoxoxo to my friends here I am waiting for some of ya to ck in 
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Friday, January 25, 2008 - 8:46 pm
I am checking in just to keep Pamy company.
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Friday, January 25, 2008 - 8:56 pm
ahhhh thx Juju, YOU ROCK! I was in a 2 hour traffic delay this morning. After 90 min sitting in car I lost it and started screaming F!!!!!!!!!!!!! and other things LOL My friend at work said I bet you were really wanting a smoke..and I said ya know what? it never even crossed my mind. it still amazes me that those kinda words come out of my mouth!!! YAH me!
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Dahli
Member
11-27-2000
| Friday, January 25, 2008 - 9:47 pm
Thanks Pamy - those were fun days and going back and re-reading that thread was eerie especially the parts about my mom. I aso remember how Juju and I were back then but she was and is the constant and amazing never ending source of support in this thread, and she has kept at it all along. I dropped out after the shock of my hubby's diagnosis and his two year cancer fight, my dad's illness and then I really left after my mom's death, I just couldn't unfreeze for many months. Juju's consistent love and support that never seems to wane always impresses me. I am excited to see so many people figuring how to get their freedom back...and your amazing spirit is a big part of it. So absolutely YES -- YAH Pamy! way to go 
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Oldtex
Member
03-06-2006
| Friday, January 25, 2008 - 9:51 pm
Pamy - if I were stuck in traffic for 2 hours, I'd probably take a nap! I called the pharmacy for my continuation pack of Chantix. Can't believe I've been taking them for a month and still I'm not able to keep my mind and hands off a cig. Perhaps my will power is just not strong enough? Or I'm just a stubborn old buzzard. But I am NOT ready to give up! Pamy, hope the rest of your day went better and you are right....you are amazing!
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Oldtex
Member
03-06-2006
| Friday, January 25, 2008 - 9:56 pm
In my original post above, I didn't use the word "buzzard", used another "B" word spelled with numbers. I've seen it done on here before, but I guess those crafty mods are, as usual, on their toes. I'm glad that buzzard is OK. LOL
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 7:00 am
Yay buzzards!! Just keep hanging in there, Oldtex. The fight will get personal one of these days. There will come a moment when you realize you are actually wrestling with the devil and not bidding fond adieu to a dear friend. When that happens, you will start really fighting. 98% of this battle is psychological. Wow, Pamy, I am really impressed. Two hours of frustration and you never once called on good (bad) old Whammy to help you out. Way to go!
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Lumbele
Member
07-12-2002
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 7:35 am
Yay for steadfastness!!!!!!!!!!! Pamy, you're the woman!!!!!!!!!! Oldtex, you'll get there eventually, but it does take that moment of decision, the moment that gives the actual quitting the necessary momentum, I think. Heaven (and Juju) knows, I took a few runs at it. Then suddenly that was it, *the* moment. It didn't make it easy, but it gave the whammy moments the necessary oohmpf to clobber it back down. Am I making any sense? It's early and I didn't sleep all that well.LOL
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Slothkitten
Member
09-16-2003
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 8:11 am
Checking in ! I'm swamped with work and other crap this weekend, but wanted to say I think the Chantix is working on me physically ( blocking the nicotine from my brain ) already. I'm a little discombobulated and feeling irritated and antsy ( somewhat but less symtoms I felt on prior quit ). No side affects noted yet, I was looking forward to the crazy dreams, too ! Pamy, I'd have been throwing the F word around too ! AMAZING that your mind didn't turn to Whammy, that's really something. Yay you !! Oldtex, shoot, you are doing great, still taking the Chantix. Everybody is different and like Juju and Lumbele said, when you ( your mind and body ) are ready, it'll happen. Buzzard is a great way to describe that Whammy,lol. I wasn't here when Fly was doing all her posting , I was here right before she passed and I remember her Goodby/Rememberance thread and all the saddness and love and care for her. I remember that the board format/layout was upgraded in her memory. Reading that post of her's was touching and the way she expressed herself wonderful and yeah, powerful.
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 10:22 am
ahhh ya all are so sweet! you made my day Juju is super special, isnt she? Juju ROCKS! Dahli, I am so sorry to hear all the pain you have gone thru these last years, I hope the comming years bring you much happiness. Oldtex, you havent given up and thats FANTASTIC!!! just keep taking chantix, that magic day will happen soon enough! I believe Twinkie took it the whole 3 months.... have you cut way down though? I think now you are dealing with the psych part of it all. Maybe reading Carr's book would be help to you at this point. Oldtex, you are awesome because you havent given up! I am proud of you! <waves to Boberg and Sloth>
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 10:25 am
MODS!!SEAMONKEY can you please add SLothkitten to the chart she started last week I think YAH SK! so glad to hear its working so quickly for you!! I agree that Fly's post is very powerful.
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Lumbele
Member
07-12-2002
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 10:30 am
Sea, if you are updating the chart anyway: I smoked for 36 years between 1 and 1 1/2 packs a day. Yikes!
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Urgrace
Member
08-19-2000
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 12:32 pm
Me too. Quit Feb 2003, think it was Valentine's Day, Cold Turkey - it's now 4 years 11 months, 10 days - started 38 years ago, (but quit during pregnancy then started up again!) Happy to go anywhere without worring about finding a place to smoke away from the non-smokers!
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 12:34 pm
yah!!! more chart toppers!!!! I hear ya Gracie!! I still like the smell of ppl smoking and go outside with them sometimes, never makes me want one but I just enjoy the smell for a bit. I havent gone out for a month so who knows if i will still like it 
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 8:44 pm
Oldtex, I think maybe getting the book would be a good idea for you, along with the Chantix. The Chantix can't do it all. YOU have to have the will to get free. You are not going to succeed until you get your head in the right place. Think about those colds, think about that cough.
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Boberg
Member
10-04-2002
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 9:17 pm
You all never know who all you are talking to when you post. I had a horrible day (smoking wise) doesn't seem like I am taking Chantix today. I worked a couple days this week with out ever going out for a cig...no problem, but today I am like a chimney again. I read your advise to Oldtex and I took it...went to Amazon and ordered the book...should be here in a week. Oldtex hang in there with me! We will fake it till we make it.
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Oldtex
Member
03-06-2006
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 9:32 pm
Pamy - to answer your question - YES - I have cut down on the number I smoke. And I'm rarely coughing. That part is a big lift for me. Every now and then, I tell myself "that's it! I don't want or need a cig", and a few hours will pass - BAM - the whammy wins out. I did get my continuation supply of Chantix filled today. Tomorrow will be the start of my 2nd month. And I really appreciate each and every one of the words of encouragement. Your words make me not to feel alone in this battle.
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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 9:36 pm
Boberg, I have used that expression many times in my life and it works! Fake it til you make it! Good for you in ordering the book! While you are waiting think about this: since the Chantix is blocking the nicotine receptor in your brain you aren't really getting any enjoyment from the cigs, you are just smoking out of habit. You guys taking Chantix don't worry about how long you take it. Just keep taking it and one day you just won't want to smoke anymore. It'll happen!
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 9:38 pm
Very cool Boberg. I think you will really enjoy the book and it will help you stay quit. You are doing such a great job!!!! Oldtex, you are still doing great!! I am proud that you are still taking chantix!! Have you tried the 5 min rule???? when Whammy hits, tell yourself...ok I will give it 5 mins if I still want one in 5 min I will go have one.....that helped me. 
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Oldtex
Member
03-06-2006
| Saturday, January 26, 2008 - 10:03 pm
Pamy, I have tried the 5 minute wait...and I caught myself watching the clock so I could allow myself one. Strangely enough, waiting an hour has been working best for me, and then before I realize it, 3 hours or so have passed! OK, guess I'll have to look into getting that book. Boberg, I think you are going to beat me to the end game. And that's OK, I'll be right behind you!
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Sunday, January 27, 2008 - 10:34 am
You guys just all hang in there. The important thing is to want to get free and to just keep trying until you succeed. If you want it enough, it wlll happen. And I love how you are supporting each other. You go, Power No Puff Gals!!!
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Sunday, January 27, 2008 - 5:19 pm
JUJU, you are the team captain of the Power no PUff girls!! You have been here since the start 
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Lawrie
Member
08-03-2002
| Sunday, January 27, 2008 - 7:12 pm
Yay to all the recent quitters as well as to those who have taken those first steps of considering the reasons for quitting. I believe that all the activity in this thread is also serving to encourage a few lurkers to begin to move in the right direction.
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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Sunday, January 27, 2008 - 8:22 pm
I hope you are right, Lawrie! I hope we get lots of new quitters in here! Keep up the good work, everyone!
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