One year ago today was my first day in over 38 years without a cigarette. I’m happy to report that I have not had one puff in 366 days!
I have thought about having one from time to time, but now that thought conjures up memories of the very first time I did at age eleven...the horrible taste, the dizziness, the cough. This is my chance to walk back that moment as if it never happened and declare that it will never happen again.
Being a part of this community has been a huge factor in my success, especially so in the first few months. I am grateful for the guardian angels that have made it their daily mission to support us in our journeys and struggles.
One year ago today, I never thought this day was possible. I just couldn’t envision it even though I was determined to make it. Now, here it is, and I can clearly see remaining a non-smoker for however many years lay ahead of me.
So glad you stopped by to celebrate such a fabulous milestone. I know how proud I was when I reached that first year milestone and I feel the pride you're enjoying today. .You're proof to new quitters that it is possible. Hope you planned something special for yourself--you deserve it.
Barb
Welcome to the 6% Club (statistics have shown that only about 6^% of people who quit smoking are still quit after a year)! It's a BIG DEAL!
It is my pleasure to present you with your Golden Key for entry:
Welcome to the ELDER'S LIST!
You can't smoke when your fingers are in your nose! (Referring to your home page avatar.) Keep pickin'.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
I know EXACTLY what you are saying.......a long time ago, I too thought I would smoke for the rest of my life. And the thought would depress me to no end.
But now.....I can BARELY remember the "me" who smoked and was controlled by smoking from the time I woke up until I went to sleep. ENJOY THIS DAY!!!!!
Congratulations! Way to go. Thanks for sharing your one year anniversary and counting. One year is a big milestone. So happy for you.
A super duper CONGRATULATIONS on your precious quit journey YAY for your glorious entrance into the precious 6 % Club YAY for 1 splendiferous Smokefree year and counting WTG YAY for Smokefree living and YAY for each and every Day WON because LIFE really is Grand without a Cigarette in Hand.
Great blog! Congrats on your wonderful quit! Happy one year anniversary!
CONGRATULATIONS, may your FIRST year of freedom be followed by many more! Lovely blog!
Ellen
What a terrific milestone. There's a lot to be said for making it through all four seasons. Would guess most ex-smokers think of that as when they really had it beat.
Congratulations
On 366 days quit !
Congratulations on 1 year smoke free. Many more to come.
Terry