Quitting Smoking

[Frazod]

Both the wife and I need to quit, and since we've tried to quit at the same time before, and THAT REALLY SUCKED, I took the plunge first.

Haven't had a cigarette since last night. I've quit several times in the past, sometimes for up to three months - quitting ain't the problem - it's staying quit that kicks my ass.

Any advice on non-smoking methods/products or encouragement would be appreciated.

[Bowser]

Originally Posted by Gonzo

1755 hrs. Lumpy arrives to domicile.
1755:44 hrs. Gonzo ducks for cover.
1759 hrs. Toddler cries because Lumpy took his stuffed Elmo and ripped its arms off.
1802 hrs. Lumpy decides to go on a cleaning spree, Gonzo is still hiding underneath stairwell.
1840 hrs. Domicile is nearly spotless due to rage infected cleaning spree. The feline inhabitant of said domicile was 'meowing, then sudden silence. I fear it may be in the oven.
1849 hrs. I heard a loud slamming noise, followed by several expletives. I don't think the girl scouts will ever be back. So much for this years supply of thin mints.
1905 hrs. I slowly, (almost ninja-like) abandoned my secret bunker to make sure my child was still moving. He plays possum when scared. I found him huddled in the delapidated dog house outside singing the Elmo's world song over and over again. This will take years of therapy.
1911 hrs. I noticed several steak knives were gone and her laptop was open. On the screen was the google entry for the John Bobbit case file.
1917 hrs. I have decided to check into a hotel with my son, an armless Elmo toy and a shaved cat. I will keep you all updated.
Pray for me.

[Frazod]

Nothing out of Gonzo for over an hour.

I wonder if we should start a prayer thread?

[Lumpy]

Originally Posted by frazod

Nothing out of Gonzo for over an hour.

I wonder if we should start a prayer thread?

That wouldn't be a bad idea. He did keep his distance from me tonight, (even more so than usual).

Anyway, I didn't do too bad this morning, but this afternoon was rough and I caved. Not bad though and I'm certainly not going to give up. This happens every time I try to quit and I usually get past the heavy cravings after the first day.

I was just hoping that my day would have stayed on an even keel. But, oh hell no!! I told my boss about me being on the patch and the usual torment was multiplied x20. FML

My biggest problem is that I get annoyed by the smallest shit and it gets worse when I'm not smoking. I pretty much just want to be left alone unless someone's willing to lend their support.

Thanks again for all of the pointers and encouragement, guys!

[aturnis]

Not a smoker, just very interested. Have any of you quitters tried e-cigarettes, and to what level of success?

[ShortRoundChief]

Originally Posted by aturnis

Not a smoker, just very interested. Have any of you quitters tried e-cigarettes, and to what level of success?

I have after the first 72 hours and it lead me back to the real thing.

[Gonzo]

Originally Posted by Lumpy

That wouldn't be a bad idea. He did keep his distance from me tonight, (even more so than usual).

Anyway, I didn't do too bad this morning, but this afternoon was rough and I caved. Not bad though and I'm certainly not going to give up. This happens every time I try to quit and I usually get past the heavy cravings after the first day.

I was just hoping that my day would have stayed on an even keel. But, oh hell no!! I told my boss about me being on the patch and the usual torment was multiplied x20. FML

My biggest problem is that I get annoyed by the smallest shit and it gets worse when I'm not smoking. I pretty much just want to be left alone unless someone's willing to lend their support.

Thanks again for all of the pointers and encouragement, guys!

Ok then...

You are about to embark upon the great crusade of which you have striven these many years. The eyes of chiefs planet are upon you. The hopes and prayers of carcinogen-free people everywhere quit with you.
Your objective will not be an easy one. Big tobacco is well trained and battle - hardened. They will fight savagely with magazine ads and cartoon camels.

But this is the year 2012! Much has happened since 1994... You have had a child, (of which I'm fairly certain is your husbands as well).

I have full confidence in your courage and devotion to not have a lung transplant and mad not smoking skillz. I will accept nothing less than full Victory!

Good luck! And let us beseech the blessing of the Almighty Marlboro Man upon this great and noble undertaking.

[Dr. Johnny Fever]

Originally Posted by Inmem58

Somewhere in the world Beerme is punching the wall out of jealous rage

You guys all have it wrong. Gonzo is the one I want. He's hotter than hell. Lump is just my avenue to get to him.

[dmahurin]

Originally Posted by Gonzo

Ok then...

You are about to embark upon the great crusade of which you have striven these many years. The eyes of chiefs planet are upon you. The hopes and prayers of carcinogen-free people everywhere quit with you.
Your objective will not be an easy one. Big tobacco is well trained and battle - hardened. They will fight savagely with magazine ads and cartoon camels.

But this is the year 2012! Much has happened since 1994... You have had a child, (of which I'm fairly certain is your husbands as well).

I have full confidence in your courage and devotion to not have a lung transplant and mad not smoking skillz. I will accept nothing less than full Victory!

Good luck! And let us beseech the blessing of the Almighty Marlboro Man upon this great and noble undertaking.

Full flavor victory or lights?

I'll be joining you guys as tobacco free (again) in a couple weeks. I have all daughters so I'm not all that worried they're going to take up a chewing habit but my boy will not grow up watching me chew. So, he pops out and my chew pops out too.

[Dr. Johnny Fever]

Salem Gold shorts for the last 8 years. I quit for nearly 12 years while I was married before that because she wouldn't have it. The day I moved out I bought a pack. It was Kool Superlongs before that.

I hate that I smoke. I watched my dad die of his 3rd bout with cancer from it and I still light up. They don't call it adiction for nothing. I'd give anything to be able to quit for good. From a health standpoint, a financial standpoint, to not be a slave anymore.

I've tried e-cigs and they were worthless. Same with the patch. I can stop for a day... sometimes two... but beyond that hasn't happened yet.

Maybe I'll quit when I cough up blood.

[ShortRoundChief]

Originally Posted by Dr. Johnny Fever

You guys all have it wrong. Gonzo is the one I want. He's hotter than hell. Lump is just my avenue to get to him.

I'm here to help with a flawless plan.

Step 1) get soap
Step 2) get gonzo in the shower
Step 3) drop soap
Step 4) dominate like a chihua who found just the right leg

[ShortRoundChief]

Originally Posted by Phobia

I'll be joining you guys as tobacco free (again) in a couple weeks. I have all daughters so I'm not all that worried they're going to take up a chewing habit but my boy will not grow up watching me chew. So, he pops out and my chew pops out too.

I plan on giving it a try on Friday. We'll see how the patches hold up.

Don't "try". Just do.

[Dr. Johnny Fever]

Originally Posted by Phobia

Don't "try". Just do.

Maybe you don't understand addiction? Just do is easy for people who don't struggle with any kind of addiction. It's an insult to people who do. Like we'd keep doing things we know are bad for us if we could just stop. That's very helpful. We've never heard that before. No offense.

Originally Posted by Dr. Johnny Fever

Maybe you don't understand addiction? Just do is easy for people who don't struggle with any kind of addiction. It's an insult to people who do. Like we'd keep doing things we know are bad for us if we could just stop. That's very helpful. We've never heard that before. No offense.

Maybe you could read 5 posts earlier.