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The TVClubHouse: Archives: 2004 January - Arpil: Who wants to quit smoking with me? (ARCHIVES): Archive through January 23, 2004 users admin

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Llkoolaid

Thursday, January 15, 2004 - 3:35 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Scoopgrl, I don't think you should use the gum and the patch at the same time. I would check that out with your pharmacist or doctor first. Too much nicotine I think.

Halfunit

Thursday, January 15, 2004 - 3:58 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Ack - Kool, you are right. Don't use the patch and gum at the same time. I was thinking of Sc00p's future, after the patch when I mentioned the gum.

Thank you for bringing up combining methods though. You have to be careful!


Llkoolaid

Friday, January 16, 2004 - 2:29 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
I figured that is what your meant Halfunit but I was just making sure that Scoop didn't get it confused. I know they warn not to smoke while using either the patch or gum because it can be dangerous and she is probably aware of it too. Just being cautious.

Hope everyone is having as easy a time with quitting as I am with my diet. I know that this doesn't belong here but this is where I feel at home.

Urgrace

Friday, January 16, 2004 - 3:04 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Ten months! is where I am at
{Now I wish I wasn't fat}
It's okay LL, in here
That's why I must say this cheer
Today starts on eleven
And I'm in 7th heaven
Ten months done and I don't smoke
And don't feel about to croak
Clean air, breath and even clothes
Glad this is the way I chose!
Grace

Llkoolaid

Saturday, January 17, 2004 - 2:47 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Whoohooo Gracie, what a poet.

Maris

Saturday, January 17, 2004 - 4:11 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Dont worry about the weight Grace. I put on thirty pounds when I quit, the weight is gone and I have been smoke free two years this month. So eat that ice cream if it helps!!

Lancecrossfire

Saturday, January 17, 2004 - 4:13 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Congrats Gracie!! Way to go ScOOp and 1/2!!

Texannie

Saturday, January 17, 2004 - 5:14 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Grace, I gained weight too and many times wondered why I quit, but it will be 4 years for me next month. Congrats to you!

Juju2bigdog

Saturday, January 17, 2004 - 7:51 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Statistically, you are better off with the weight than the addiction.

Kristylovesbb

Sunday, January 18, 2004 - 5:46 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
I didn't know you were trying to quit smoking mom. You would have been getting cheers and congrats from me too. You go mom!

Sc00pgrl

Sunday, January 18, 2004 - 9:38 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
hey, I'll be sure not to mix the gum and the patches. I agree probably too much at one time.

WTG grace!!! I've put on about 8-10 lbs myself and I'm only on my 18th day! lol I should be as big as a house before too long. I feel as if I need to be eating something constantly! I mean food does taste better now. I have found a few things that I don't like anymore since quitting. Popcorn taste gross to me now and use to be one of my favorites. Oh well

Lets all keep it up!!! Go Us!!!

Llkoolaid

Monday, January 19, 2004 - 2:50 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Scoopgrl, that need to feed you face will pass, at least it did for me. When I quit, if it didn't move fast enough I was chewing on it, but it passed. Just drink water as much as you can.

Kristylovesbb

Monday, January 19, 2004 - 9:28 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Oh my goodness Scoopgrl read my profile. I don't like popcorn any more either and I am a popcorn freak! What is the deal with that?

Two weeks today!! I had to see my doctor today for some sleep apnea test results and I told him that I quit smoking. He got so excited that he ran across the room grabbed me and hugged me! LOL

Keep up the good work you guys!

Juju2bigdog

Monday, January 19, 2004 - 10:26 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
LOL, Kristy! (about the doctor running across the room and hugging you)

Congratulations on making it to two weeks. If I recall, you are the one going cold turkey. That is a really hard thing to do. You can be very proud of yourself for your accomplishment to date.

Yay Sc00pgrl!!

Halfunit

Thursday, January 22, 2004 - 9:59 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
!! YAY Non Smokers !!



1439½ hours!

Egbok

Thursday, January 22, 2004 - 10:04 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
(Half, I'm really not following you around on the board...hee-hee!)

I'd just wanted to pop in and say YAY!!! to the Non Smokers too!

....and Half, you are doing so good. I was thinking about your goal with this thread last night and sending positive vibes your way!!


Fruitbat

Thursday, January 22, 2004 - 1:27 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
This is day #2 for me! I am amazed at how easy this is. It may get more difficult after the initial high of actually doing it has passed but Nicorette is a powerful aid. I tried the lozenges and I dont care for the taste or feel in my mouth. I will give them to anyone who would like them, only one gone. :) I prefer the gum.

email me at fruitbat54@aol.com and give me your address.

I will now take some time to read this very long thread. I just couldnt wait to post this.

I have a question that may have been asked. I dont anticipate gaining weight. I didn't when I quit years ago. Did those of you who gained use the gum or lozenges? Nicotine speeds metabolism so just quitting without eating more can cause some gain but since I am still putting nicotine in my system I would think it would deter this effect.

I am more active down here in Florida this winter than I usually am so I expect more activity to help as well.

Landi

Thursday, January 22, 2004 - 1:55 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
fruit - i sent you an email. as long as i had something in my mouth (i use lollipops, swizzle sticks, toothpicks) i'm okay. heck, i'm just glad if i'm not smoking, don't care about the weight yet! figure i'll work on that one next and go to the weight thread!

Fruitbat

Thursday, January 22, 2004 - 2:08 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
I got it. They will be in the mail soon. Glad I can give these to someone who does not get the mouth creeps with them. I am sticking with the gum.

Denecee

Thursday, January 22, 2004 - 4:45 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Congrats to all the non-smokers!

Llkoolaid

Thursday, January 22, 2004 - 6:20 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Way to go Fruitbat, welcome aboard, so glad to have a new member to our little club here. Just remember you can do it and we are here for any support you want.

Juju2bigdog

Thursday, January 22, 2004 - 6:33 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Fruitbat!!! Yay!!!

Bat, I know you have mentioned the weight gain before, but honestly, the fact is you are better off with a little extra weight than with the continual poison in your system. New clothes are cheaper than a funeral.:)

Maris

Thursday, January 22, 2004 - 6:40 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
I quit cold turkey and only gained the weight because I compensated with food.

Fruitbat

Friday, January 23, 2004 - 4:23 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Thanks all.

Of course extra weight is better than smoke in your lungs but that offers me no solice. I do NOT want to gain. I will see to it that I dont! :)

Thanks Maris. It is a cigarette craving that comes, not hunger. I may be OK with this one.

I am still having an easy time compared to times I quit without the gum. Are others finding this too?

Kristylovesbb

Friday, January 23, 2004 - 11:05 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Hi Fruitbait, congrats on quitting smoking! I found that when I used the gum or the patch the craving for cigarettes never left me. I always returned to smoking with those methods. This time I chose cold turkey and I am doing great. The cravings lasted about a week and since then it has been easy for me. It has only been a couple of weeks for me but I feel I will never, ever smoke again.