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Post by Graciedonovan on Feb 17, 2012 16:43:25 GMT -5
This one never gets old. Thanks Judy.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Feb 17, 2012 16:41:34 GMT -5
Oh Dorothy, I'm so sorry to hear about Roger. You're in my prayer dear friend.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Feb 17, 2012 16:14:07 GMT -5
Of course we remember you Dot. I don't come here very often any more, but am still smoke free. Perhaps 2012 will be your year. As was said before, never give up the good fight.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Feb 17, 2012 16:10:55 GMT -5
Hi all. It's been a long time, but I just dropped by to say Hi. Still loving life smoke free.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Jan 1, 2009 21:29:38 GMT -5
Thanks Pat. I love seeing 5 years on that certificate. You're so great to keeping give us our milestones. Thanks a bunch.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Jan 1, 2009 21:28:03 GMT -5
Happy New Year everyone. You guys are awesome. Thanks to you, I have been smoke-free for 5 YEARS! I know I don't come here often anymore, but I do think about all of you wonderful quitters. Thanks for all that you have done for me. Without you, I'd still be puffing away.
Love to all.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Dec 24, 2008 20:13:18 GMT -5
Merry Christmas everyone. I know I haven't been around for a long time, but I wanted to wish all of you the best, happiest and safest Christmas and New Year. Coming up on 5 years in another week. My best to all of you.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Nov 28, 2008 22:47:16 GMT -5
Hi guys. It's been quite a while since I've checked in. All is well, and still smoke free. I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Feb 10, 2007 21:06:41 GMT -5
I think that a lot of us don't post here because it is very depressing. On the one hand, you are doing something great for yourself by quitting smoking, but on the other hand, you gain weight. I'm still fighting the "pudge", but at least I'm not smoking. Also, I think the older you are, the harder it is to lose. That's my excuse anyway, and I'm sticking to it. I am just practicing moderation and simple exercise. I just bought a new pilates machine with a rebounder. I'm working up to that -- slowly. I didn't gain overnight, and I'm not going to lose overnight.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Feb 2, 2005 14:17:27 GMT -5
Matt, I'm sorry you are still struggling with fatigue. I was tired because of the exercise. I'm way out of shape, and not used to it. However now that I have a couple of weeks of exercise under my belt, I find that I do actually have more energy. If your energy doesn't return soon, I'd check with the doctor. Keep us posted on how you're doing.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Jan 25, 2005 11:48:54 GMT -5
LOL Don. But I'm too practical to fall for a line like that. Unfortunately, I have eyes that can veiw a mirror. Good luck with that one though.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Jan 24, 2005 13:59:44 GMT -5
Since I am laid off work, I have lost my excuse for not joining the fitness center at hubby's work. I use to always say, "I don't have time". Well now I do. I joined last Thursday and they walked me through the machines. Then they gave me a calendar of activities. So, I decided that today I would do the 1 hour water aerobics class, and the 1/2 hour cardio routine they mapped out for me. Boy am I in rotten shape. Then before I came home, I made myself do the grocery shopping. That was probably a mistake. I wanted to eat everything that wasn't nailed down at the store. I was so hungry. But, I was good. Spent too much money because everything looked so good, I had to buy it. LOL. Lots of fresh fruits and veggies. Boy am I ever tired. I don't think I'll have any problems getting to sleep tonight. The problem is staying awake the rest of the day.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Feb 2, 2005 14:20:57 GMT -5
Matt, starches are high carbohydrate food such as potatores, pasta, rice, etc. The carbohydrates found in fruits and vegetable are the good carbs, the starches are the bad carbs.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Nov 18, 2004 11:34:33 GMT -5
I usually weigh myself no more than once a week, but preferably every 2 weeks. I know people who weigh everyday. That would drive me crazy. The water weight fluctuation alone would be frustrating.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Nov 15, 2004 20:17:46 GMT -5
One thing I did with this, my final, quit is to identify if I was really hungry. Eating won't satisfy a craving, and smoking will not satisfy hunger, but the sensations are very similar. I didn't really gain any weight with this quit, but I did with my last one, and never took it off. If you think you're hungry, wait 15-30 minutes. If you still feel hungry, check what time you ate last. Also consider that it might be a nasty little craving. I don't know if any of this will help, but thought I'd throw it in anyway. Keep us posted on your progress.
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