There are ups and downs on this journey of non smoking. I was told by the Elders For every trial, test or challenge that we meet and do not smoke we get stronger. I recognize that there is very little you can tell a smoker, that smoking makes no sense. Been there, done that. As a smoker sometimes you just don't see a way out. The desire to smoke or not to smoke is a constant tug on your inner most spirit. The addiction that we voice but don't really understand or know what to do to bring it to end. A vicious cycle,
As I look around and see people smoking, dragging hard on a cigarette as if it is the last one, my heart goes out to them. I too once was blind did not realize that I did not have to smoke. I did not have to throw my money away. That I did not have to burn as Thomas would say a "dried leaf, wrapped in paper dipped in chemicals" to get satisfaction.
Thank God the blinders have been lifted and I have the opportunity not to ever smoke again. Still my choice no one elses. I have learned that each day is different but not yielding to that one puff is saving my life. NOPE I feel so clean that I no longer wonder whether I smell like a cigarette or not. I no longer have to hide or cover up or live a lie. I am by no means perfect but just getting better in this quit journey and it is changing my life. . One day at a time, yet I still look forward to what a new day will bring. I am free from the chains of nicotine.
I pledge this day and forward "SINAO", Smoking is Not an Option. Glad to be at this point in my non smoking journey. Come with me walk, talk, laugh, breathe the air is fresh and clean and free.. SINAO
