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Post by sandyf on Jan 4, 2005 15:53:12 GMT -5
I've cut out all sugar and simple starches the last couple of days as well as walking for 30 minutes daily. I haven't had any cravings and feel great. I've also starting taking B vitamins and Omega 3's plus cal/mag and a multivitamin. A friend who has quit and is really into and educated about alternative health measures has swore this will make all the difference in the world. This routine is supposed to really help with mood swings.I'll keep ya posted
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Post by sandyf on Jan 2, 2005 23:41:40 GMT -5
Hi everyone! As of today I've quit smoking for 4 mths and all this leeway with food I've given myself while I've fought the worse of this battle has got to stop. I kid you not, I've gained close to 35 lbs in 4 mths. OMG. And all this carb noshing is contributing to my mood swings and negativity. What a wicked web we weave ourselves. Well, the holidays are over. Time to get back to work in more ways than one. I'm ready to roll(Literally) sandyf
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Post by sandyf on Jan 3, 2005 0:02:39 GMT -5
The good news is my jeans still fit. The bad news is they only fit one leg.
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Post by sandyf on Jan 2, 2005 23:55:37 GMT -5
Hi Elaine, It looks like we have a lot in common. I need to join this camp as well. I'm geared up ane ready for the next battle but wouldn't it be nice to just have access to some magic pills to take away all these quirky, irky urges to smoke,eat,kill people etc .
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Post by sandyf on Jan 4, 2005 16:06:48 GMT -5
I have gained an alarming amount of weight in 4 mths. I couldn't even get out of the tub last night! I'm gonna need one of those handrails on the wall like gramma has...For some reason it's not sinking in, I keep thinking it will just go away and feel like it's not really me. I have been feeding my feelings not my hunger. My appetite is huge. I've even been thinking of getting some kind of appetite suppressant. I can see the shock on peoples faces when they see me. Since I'm starting to feel like a really bad example of what quitting can do to your weight I'm taking action. Been on track the last couple of days and feel better already. My mood is great too!
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Post by sandyf on Jan 2, 2005 23:47:23 GMT -5
I joined WW the week before Christmas hoping it would help keep me on track over the holidays. I wonder if I can claim my 100 bucks donation to WW on my taxes. I haven't been back,paid 6 weeks up front as it was a special deal. It is a great program but right now I'd be a little embarrassed, no make that downright mortified to weigh in up about 10 lbs.heavier then when I joined. Oy Vey...
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Post by sandyf on Aug 7, 2005 19:44:00 GMT -5
Hi! How's everyone? It's been awhile. I got my deactivation notice which led me to get back on board. I read the boards occasionally but haven't posted in quite some time. As I close in on a year I'd like to thank all of you for the support I received during some of my weakest hours. It really made a difference in keeping my quit. I used to read about the people who had quit for a year or more and wish I was there. Well, I'm almost there! Sept. 2nd is my anniversary date. Hang in there newbies you'll get there. I am free!!!!
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Post by sandyf on Aug 7, 2005 19:44:00 GMT -5
Hi! How's everyone? It's been awhile. I got my deactivation notice which led me to get back on board. I read the boards occasionally but haven't posted in quite some time. As I close in on a year I'd like to thank all of you for the support I received during some of my weakest hours. It really made a difference in keeping my quit. I used to read about the people who had quit for a year or more and wish I was there. Well, I'm almost there! Sept. 2nd is my anniversary date. Hang in there newbies you'll get there. I am free!!!!
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Post by sandyf on Feb 22, 2005 20:47:15 GMT -5
Still Snorting but Alive! It's been almost 6 mths for me. I still have little,fleeting urges but not nearly as many as I had as a smoker when all I could think about the majority of the time was when I could get my next one in. It is so freeing to reach a point where you can truly relax and not always feel like you're in need of something. A feeling I experienced a lot as a smoker. There are so many positives about quitting. I love to wear a nice handcream and smell my fresh hands. I love sitting in quiet places like a movie theatre and not having that embarassing cough, I love not spending money on killing myself,I love not having to go outside and freeze my butt off cuz I'm an addict. I love having hope that I've quit in time to avoid the big C rather than constantly worrying about it when I cough,feel chest pains etc. I love being able to taste,smell and breathe.I love being able to spend time with nonsmokers instead of getting all twitchy and unable to concentrate cuz all I want is a smoke. I like having white teeth and rosy skin...I like being in control of my life!!!!!
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Post by sandyf on Feb 22, 2005 20:47:15 GMT -5
Still Snorting but Alive! It's been almost 6 mths for me. I still have little,fleeting urges but not nearly as many as I had as a smoker when all I could think about the majority of the time was when I could get my next one in. It is so freeing to reach a point where you can truly relax and not always feel like you're in need of something. A feeling I experienced a lot as a smoker. There are so many positives about quitting. I love to wear a nice handcream and smell my fresh hands. I love sitting in quiet places like a movie theatre and not having that embarassing cough, I love not spending money on killing myself,I love not having to go outside and freeze my butt off cuz I'm an addict. I love having hope that I've quit in time to avoid the big C rather than constantly worrying about it when I cough,feel chest pains etc. I love being able to taste,smell and breathe.I love being able to spend time with nonsmokers instead of getting all twitchy and unable to concentrate cuz all I want is a smoke. I like having white teeth and rosy skin...I like being in control of my life!!!!!
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Post by sandyf on Feb 6, 2005 23:30:17 GMT -5
O.K. This is going to be a weird post. I don't know if I can even describe it accurately but I'll give it a go. Since I quit ,5 months ago, I occasionaly make an odd snuffling,snorting sound sorta like a horse. I can't really tell if it originates in my nose or throat but I think it's my nose. Also, sometimes it feels likes there is some kinda blockage there, I've turned into a mouth breather cuz I can't seem to get enough air in through my nose. Who else could I ask these questions.....anyone experience anything like this? What were some of your weirdest recovery symptons?
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Post by sandyf on Feb 6, 2005 23:30:17 GMT -5
O.K. This is going to be a weird post. I don't know if I can even describe it accurately but I'll give it a go. Since I quit ,5 months ago, I occasionaly make an odd snuffling,snorting sound sorta like a horse. I can't really tell if it originates in my nose or throat but I think it's my nose. Also, sometimes it feels likes there is some kinda blockage there, I've turned into a mouth breather cuz I can't seem to get enough air in through my nose. Who else could I ask these questions.....anyone experience anything like this? What were some of your weirdest recovery symptons?
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Post by sandyf on Feb 6, 2005 23:36:21 GMT -5
And just think how many more you'll be around to celebrate now that you are nonsmokers!
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Post by sandyf on Feb 6, 2005 23:36:21 GMT -5
And just think how many more you'll be around to celebrate now that you are nonsmokers!
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Post by sandyf on Jan 31, 2005 22:12:29 GMT -5
So the big day is here! It's scary isn't it...but the anticipation is over...the big event has arrived....today is the first day of the best of your life. You go girl!
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