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Post by Ann on Nov 16, 2005 17:46:16 GMT -5
LOL!!!!!!!!!!!
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Post by Ann on Nov 16, 2005 13:46:06 GMT -5
From CelticCrone on 9/4/1998 9:49:37 AM Here are my tips for the newly quit:
1. Remove all firearms, ammunition, archery equipment, power tools, kitchen utensils, golf clubs or other dangerous items from your home. For their own protection, young children and incontinent pets should also be removed, it possible.
2. During the first 5-14 days of your quit, you will notice an improvement in your sense of smell. This change may be sudden and dramatic. You may want to avoid any areas known for strong odors during this time. You may also discover that your home is one of those areas. Allow 1-3 hours per day for scrubbing an obscure corner of your home in an effort to remove the mystery smell.
3. One effective technique for reducing stress is the recitation of a mantra. Your mantra for the next few weeks will be: "I'm so sorry. I didn't mean that. I just quit smoking."
4. If you drink the recommended 8 glasses of water each day, you will need to remain within 150 feet of a lavatory during the first 3 weeks of your quit.
5. Many cessation experts recommend you keep a diary of your experience as you quit. A written record of your inability to control your emotions, words and actions may be useful later on during any criminal or civil proceedings. You may also want to discuss with your attorney which homicidal or other violent fantasies about your spouse, employer or local politician should not be recorded in that journal.
6. Many people find driving a car is a major trigger of smoking urges. If it is practical, you may want to consider using public transportation during the early part of your quit. If you must drive, carry gum, mints, cassette tapes of soothing music, a small rubber ball to squeeze in one hand, extra kleenex for crying jags, a roll of duct tape for swearing jags, and extra toll fare change in the event that your aim is effective by the spasmodic trembling in your hands. Again, all firearms should be removed from the vehicle. You may also want to keep your journal handy to hand to the highway patrol officer in the event of an accident or traffic offense, since uncontrollable sobbing may prevent you from speaking clearly at that moment.
7. Whatever you do, DO NOT LOSE YOUR SENSE OF HUMOR.
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Post by Ann on Nov 16, 2005 13:43:45 GMT -5
Words of Wisdom
Good words from an Elder.....
An old Cherokee is telling his grandson about a fight that is going on inside himself. He said it is between 2 wolves.
One is evil: Anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority and ego.
The other is good: Joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith.
The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather,
"Which wolf wins?"
The old Cherokee simply replied, "The one I feed."
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Post by Ann on Nov 16, 2005 13:29:08 GMT -5
Today was my day to volunteer at the hospital and I saw the nurses, orderlies, tech's. etc. run outside to smoke. They couldn't get their cigarettes lit because the wind was so bad . Sure glad I'm not them anymore.
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Post by Ann on Nov 15, 2005 8:25:46 GMT -5
The Smoker’s Vow
To be said just before taking your first puff after having quit for any appreciable period of time
With this puff I enslave myself to a lifetime of addiction. While I can’t promise to always love you, I do promise to obey every craving and support my addiction to you no matter how expensive you become.
I will let no husband or wife, no family member or friend, no doctor or any other health professional, no employer or government policy, no burns or no stench, no cough or raspy voice, no cancer or emphysema, no heart attack or stroke, no threat of loss of life or limbs, come between us.
I will smoke you forever from this day forth, for better or worse, whether richer or poorer, in sickness and in health, till death do us part!
“You may now light the cigarette.”
“I now pronounce you a full-fledged smoker.”
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Post by Ann on Nov 15, 2005 8:23:52 GMT -5
The Relaxation Response Herbert Benson, M.D. - Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - The Mind / Body Medical Institute - Harvard Medical School www.mbmi.org/When the stress of modern life causes the fight-or-flight response, you can use the relaxation response to reduce and counteract the harmful effects. When you are under stress, your mind tells the heart to beat faster. In fact, your mind controls your heart rate and you can use your mind to voluntarily slow it down. With practice and commitment, you may be able to use the relaxation response to achieve a decrease in stress, anxiety, compulsive worrying, and negative thoughts, and an increase in concentration and awareness, as well as greater self-confidence, enhanced performance, and improved sleep. The relaxation response is a natural, physiological response; it can occur when you are not even aware of it. You can initiate this response through mental imaging techniques that involve focusing. Bring to mind, for example, a time when you were lying on a beach, fully relaxed, or the moments before you drift into sleep. Two components are involved in eliciting the relaxation response: 1.) A mental focusing device -- such as focusing on your breathing or repeating a phrase, prayer, or sound to help you shift your mind from everyday thoughts and worries. 2.) A passive attitude toward distracting thoughts, which means not worrying about how well you are doing (and not worrying about anything else, either), but gently directing your mind back to your focus when you notice that you've become distracted. The relaxation response must be learned and practiced, ideally at least once a day. Follow these steps. It may take several attempts before you begin to feel the effects. Once you have mastered the art of eliciting the relaxation response, you will be able to use it any time. Step 1 -- Pick a focus phrase, image, or prayer. Or you may choose to focus on your breathing. Step 2 -- Find a quiet place and sit calmly in a comfortable position. Step 3 -- Close your eyes. Step 4 -- Relax all your muscles. Step 5 -- Breathe slowly and naturally; as you do, repeat your focus word or phrase as you exhale. Step 6 -- Assume a passive attitude. Do not worry about how well you are doing. When other thoughts come to mind, simply return to the repetition. Step 7 -- Continue for 10 to 20 minutes. Step 8 -- Practice the technique once or twice daily.
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Post by Ann on Nov 14, 2005 18:05:31 GMT -5
Cool with off again/on again rain & wind and tons of leaves to rake up but I kept the quit.
Jan 20, 2000
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Post by Ann on Nov 11, 2005 7:38:54 GMT -5
The Story of
the Unknown Soldier Armistice Day was observed all over the United States by veteran's parades, public services both religious and secular, with two minutes of silence to honor the dead. In 1920, the British Unknown Soldier was buried in Westminster Abbey, the burial place of kings and queens; that same year a French Unknown Soldier was interred at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, where a perpetual flame burns. In 1921, the American Unknown Soldier, symbolizing all the unknown dead, was chosen in an unusual way. Six soldiers of the American Army of Occupation in Germany were selected from different sectors to act as pallbearers. They met at Chalons-sur-Marne, and were interviewed by General Rogers. Next day, Sergeant Edward F. Younger of the 59th Infantry was asked to make a choice among four caskets, with unidentified bodies disinterred from American cemeteries at Bony, Belleau Wood, Romagne, and Thiaucourt. When the sergeant was ready to perform his solemn duty, he received a bouquet of white roses, with instructions to proceed into the City Hall at Chalons, where the four caskets stood. Sergeant Younger realized fully the grave importance of his action; and after bowing his head, he walked around the coffins three times. On the fourth round, he seemed involuntarily drawn to the second one. Reverently, he laid the roses on it, saluted and reported to his commanding officer that he had accomplished his mission. The body of the Unknown Soldier was brought home on the cruiser, Olympia, reaching Washington, D.C., on November 9, 1921. For three days thousands of people passed by as the body lay in state in the rotunda of the Capitol. For this important Armistice Day in 1921, President Harding requested that flags be flown from sunrise to sunset at half mast, and that all Americans pay silent tribute as the casket was lowered into the tomb at 11 A.M. on November 11, 1921. There were elaborate ceremonies. High army, navy, and other service personnel, along with diplomats, who had followed the caisson to Arlington, heard the President's address. Many wreaths came from all over our country, and from abroad, these were placed on the plain white marble tomb, on which is these words: Here rests in honored glory An American Soldier Known but to God.
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Post by Ann on Nov 11, 2005 7:34:03 GMT -5
Happy Veterans Day!
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Post by Ann on Nov 10, 2005 9:21:22 GMT -5
PHILIP MORRIS TO CHANGE NAME TO ALTRIA; LUNG CANCER TO CHANGE NAME TO PHILIP MORRIS Rebranded Disease Gains Universal Negative Brand Imagery
New York, N.Y. (SatireWire.com) — Just days after Philip Morris declared it will change its name to the Altria Group, lung cancer today announced it will change its name to Philip Morris. According to lung cancer officials, the chance to snap up a brand that is more widely associated with lung cancer than lung cancer itself was too enticing to pass up.
"The 'lung cancer' brand certainly evokes something powerful and terrible, but that brand essence is palpable only in English-speaking markets," explained lung cancer marcom director Reginald Hacking-Coughlin. "In terms of global markets, it lacks universality. That is, if you're in Spain, you cannot just say lung cancer, you have to say cáncer de pulmón. In Germany, it's lungenkrebs."
"Philip Morris," by contrast, ensures instant, worldwide comprehension. "It needs no translation. When you hear Philip Morris, you think lung cancer, no matter if you speak English or German or Cantonese."
Lung cancer analysts, who estimate the market value of the Philip Morris brand at more than $1 billion, applauded the disease's move, and conceded they were mystified by the cigarette maker's adoption of "Altria," which comes from the Latin altus, meaning "high." (Philip Morris currently insists it will still use the name to identify its tobacco subsidiaries; lung cancer is expected to fight for full use of the name in court.)
"Philip Morris, the parent company, has spent more than a century building up phenomenal brand equity. That they would voluntarily relinquish it for the first pretty pseudo-word to come along is unfathomable," said Janet Spittingblack-Phlegm.
At least one expert with an even worse name, however, theorized that the corporation, which includes subdivisions such as Kraft foods and Miller Brewing, may have chosen Altria for more than its pretty sound.
"I wonder if they decided to change names precisely because people do associate it with cigarettes and lung cancer," said Richard Sooty-Bits-of-Lung-On-A-Handkerchief of Salomon Smith Barney. "It could very well be that, far from embracing that well-earned image, they want to distance themselves from it."
One issue most agree on is that changing names can be an expensive marketing proposition. Last year, for instance, Andersen Consulting had to spend an estimated $175 million to rebrand itself as Accenture. Hacking-Coughlin, however, insisted the change to Philip Morris will require very little outlay.
"For a time, patients will have to get used to hearing 'We suspect you have Philip Morris' instead of 'We suspect you have lung cancer,'" he said. "But in terms of comprehension, I think they will instantly understand what they're being told."
Branding consultants, meanwhile, suspect lung cancer's announcement may signal the beginning of a wider trend. Already, officials from Hypertension and Heart Disease say they have left standing offers with McDonald's if that company should ever decide to change its name.
Copyright © 1999-2002, SatireWire.
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Post by Ann on Nov 10, 2005 9:10:00 GMT -5
THROAT CANCER SYMPTOMS FOR ME
Symptoms of throat cancer. I can only tell you what happened to me.
It started back in August, 2003. I noticed that I was kind of hoarse alot, and my friend said, I was always clearing my throat. Although, I never noticed. Anyway, in August, I felt kind of like something was raw down in my throat, or at least on the way down. I would eat grapes at night and they would feel acidic, and kind of burn. Before that, I would constantly get this tickle in my throat. Where, I would try to cough and end up sneezing really bad, as though some kind of little particle was in there tickling my throat. Anyway, everyone thought it was allergies. But, in August, when the burning started, then cold and hot water kind of hurt going down. Something in my gut, said, something was wrong. I never even went to my internist. I immediately went to a throat specialist. The reason was, that about 30 years ago, I had a polyp removed from my voicebox. It was not cancer, but the doc said, you better quit smoking. I didn't listen. Well, that is why when I had these symptoms, I got scared. The throat guy was older and about to retire and he did not have a scope to look down. He looked at my throat the old fashion way, with a tongue depresser. Well, he could see it was very swollen. And he asked me, are you always hoarse like this and I said, I never noticed my hoarsness, I just always talk alot. Well, he thought it might be from acid relex. Apparently, reflux can cause alot of throat problems. Well, he put me on Prednisone for the swelling and said come back in two weeks. Two weeks later, I went back and it was better. He had quit smoking about 10 years ago and was still chewing the nicorette gum. He said, well, it is better than smoking. Anyway, about a week later, I felt those same symptoms again. I went back, and he said, I am really worried. You need to have your throat scoped. I got scared, so the one he recommended was booked, so I got a referral to a new one. I went to him and he scoped my throat (does not hurt at all) and he saw lots of swelling, which made it hard to see. He also thought for sure it was from reflux. He put me on Pred. and extra stomach meds and said come back in a month. I went back a month later, all the swelling was down, and then he could see a white little nodule on my vocal cord. Ya know, he said, that could be anything. I don't think it is cancer, but just to be sure, let's biopsy it. Believe me, I never thought it would be cancer. He said, on a scale of one to ten, cancer would be number 10. Anyway, Dec. 3, 2003, I went into hospital (outpatient) for a one-hour procedure. That night I woke up and I knew something was wrong. Only the Nurse was there and I said, so, what was it and she said, they'll let you know. I was looking for my husband. In he came, "you've got squamous cell carcinoma" stage 2. We were all in shock. I couldn't believe it. They said, I was lucky, radiation should get it. Anyway, I went thru 7 weeks of radiation, twice a day. Lost, 20 pounds, put on heavy drugs, couldn't eat anything, but cream of wheat. The pain was bad, but the other effects were worse. Lots of mucuous formed and I had to keep spitting that up, it was horrible. I just slept until it was time to go to Radiation. After my treatments ended in Feb. 04, by the way, my son had a wedding planned on Jan.3 2004, I had to get thru, but by Feb. it was getting bad. My voice was gone, it hurt to yawn, sneeze or anything. They said, my voice would come back, after a few weeks, it never did. By April, 04, they were worried that I still had cancer. They couldn't understand why my voice had not returned. They thought about oxygen therapy. I didn't need that, (the only oxygen I needed was the kind I would get from quitting smoking). In August of 04, I got the flu and didn't smoke for three days. My voice started to make a little sound. I go every other month now to my throat guy, he says, finally, on the last visit, my right vocal cord is moving a little bit. It was frozen solid. Guys, you must know, this was strictly caused from smoking. I was one of the lucky ones. But, if your gut tells you that something is not right, if your food feels like it gets stuck in your throat, or you have trouble swallowing pills or just feel a lump in your throat, get it checked out. Even if you do not have health insurance, it does not cost that much to be scoped. I smoked since I was 15, I am now 54. I have quit a few times, and my quit never stuck. I even started here, way before I got throat cancer. I hope this helps, qmail me if you have a specific question or symptom. I love all of you, I think we have a great bunch here. I had cravings today and now they are gone, just by sharing with you all. A special thanks to those of you who have taken the time to show some interest in me.
Love, Linda found on Quitnet
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Post by Ann on Nov 9, 2005 13:29:02 GMT -5
How to make a woman happy?
To make a woman happy, all a man has to do is:
1. Be her friend 2. He companion 3. Her lover 4. Her brother 5. Her master 6. Her father 7. Her carpenter 8. Her plumber 9. Her teacher 10. Her mechanic 11. Her cook 12. Her decorator 13. Her stylist 14. Her sex counselor 15. Her gynecologist 16. Her psychologist 17. Her psychiatrist 18. Her therapist 19. Be strong 20. be brave 21. Be a good organizer 22. Be charming 23. Be extra clean and tidy 24. Be very fit and athletic 25. Be sweet and loving 26. Be a good father 27. Show lots of attention 28. Be elegant 29. Be intelligent 30. Be funny 31. Be creative 32. Be tender 33. Be dependable 34. Be tolerant 35. Be prudent 36. Be understanding 37. Be ambitious 38. Be capable 39. Be courageous 40. Be respectful 41. Be passionate 42. Be determined
NOT FORGETTING TO:
43. Pay her lots of compliments 44. Love to shop 45. Not to create problems 46. Be very rich 47. Never stress her 48. Never look at other women
AND OF COURSE:
49. Treat her like a queen whilst not being jealous 50. Get on well with her family without imposing oneself 51. Give her space, whilst showing concern as to how she feels
IT IS ALSO VERY IMPORTANT TO:
52. Never forget birthdays, anniversaries and important events
HOWEVER..
Notwithstanding the above, men should know that her happiness cannot be guaranteed as she could feel that too much perfection is difficult for her to live with and as a result...
She could simply run off with the first alcoholic kinky bastard that shows up!
How to make a man happy?
To make a man happy, all a woman has to do is:
1. **** him often
2. Leave him alone
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Post by Ann on Nov 8, 2005 7:45:17 GMT -5
IT TAKES PERSISTENCE TO REACH YOUR GOAL. ----------------------------------------------- "Keep trying" is the rule that must be followed if you want to be successful at anything.
Your success will always be connected with your actions. Just keep moving towards your goal. You'll make mistakes along the way but don't ever quit. You may even have to hang on after others have let go.
Persistence means taking pains to overcome every obstacle, to do all that's necessary to reach your goal.
In the end, the only people who fail are those that do not try. All great achievements takes time. ------------------------------------------------------------------- ©2005 by Max Steingart Reproduce freely but maintain © notice -----------------------------------------------
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Post by Ann on Nov 8, 2005 7:43:44 GMT -5
DAILY SURVIVAL KIT Author Unknown Toothpick, Rubber band, Band aid, Pencil, Eraser, Chewing gum, Mint, Candy kiss, Tea bag
Why?
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1. Toothpick - to remind you to pick out the good qualities in others
2. Rubber band - to remind you to be flexible: things might not always work out the way you want, but it will work out.
3. Band aid - to remind you to heal hurt feelings, yours and someone else's
4. Pencil - to remind you to list your blessings everyday
5. Eraser - to remind you that everyone makes mistakes, and it's OK
6. Chewing gum - to remind you to stick with it and you can accomplish anything
7. Mint - to remind you that you are worth a mint!
8. Candy kiss - to remind you that everyone needs a kiss or a hug every day
9. Tea bag - to remind you to relax daily and go over your list of blessings
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Post by Ann on Nov 8, 2005 7:35:30 GMT -5
CONGRATULATIONS You've done a great job of Keeping The Quit!
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