Yesterday was my five year anniversary of quitting. Sometimes I feel like a fraud when I tell people that it's been 5 years because it's just so dang easy now. Other times I remember how hard the first few months were and am proud of the 5 years. I think the more time that passes the more I may take it for granted that it's just part of my identity now: non-smoker. Good luck to all of you starting out. The only advice I have is to remember that this time will pass, you will get through it and it's completely worth it in the end. Stay away from alcohol until the cravings completely go away. One drink with the wrong crowd and you could start back at square one. If you have family that smokes, stay away until you can handle it. If they can't understand that they need to be more supportive. I don't come here very much anymore because the only time I think of cigarettes now is when I'm at my parents and I'm getting a raging migraine from being around their second hand smoke. This site served a fantastic purpose when I needed it most and I wish the best for all of you deciding to quit a very nasty habit.
