What a journey. I was a hurting unit when I said I was never going to smoke another cigarette. I had smoked for 52 years. I was diagnosed with COPD. I thought to myself, " I am not going to stop smoking." I was in the car driving. A few minutes later, a little voice said, "Oh I think you can do better than that." I began to devise a plan. The truth is, I wanted to live more than I wanted to smoke cigarettes. Chronicled on this site are my ups and downs and all arounds. Losses, gains. illness and wellness. Looking back I would change nothing. I am happier, healthier and living life to the fullest. All the lovely people and experts on this site have taught me and supported me. I am so grateful to God and Ex. I tried for decades to stop smoking. I was never able to accomplish it until I found Become an Ex. If I can do this, you can too. Love, Barbara