Today has been ok so far. This is a hard day for me. It’s my partner’s birthday, he died 4 and a half years ago so this Anniversary is always rough. But I won’t smoke. I have made it this far, I don’t want to go back. So far I’ve just been resting today. Working tonight so I will be busy. I feel shaky today but I won’t give in to the temptations.
Thank you Annette. Yes, and I know he wouldn’t want me to smoke again. It’s just days like this are so hard. I’ve been a mess all day. I can’t stop crying. But I will stay strong. I won’t even go to any stores, so I won’t be tempted. Thank you for listening.
My condolences
These are those tough times.
The times we must acknowledge as such without smoking.
Keeo the faith.
Thank you! Yes, I’m staying strong and I’m not going to smoke.
My condolences as well. Anniversaries like that are tough. But I really like what you said. You said, "But I won't smoke". The people I see fail in their quits say things like, "This anniversary is so hard on me, I am trying, but don't know if I can hold out". You are really doing this right. Your partner would be proud.
Thank you Tom. I made it through, didn’t quit quitting and put $10.00 in my non-smoking kitty!!!! Aaron would be very proud of me. Thank you for your encouragement!!!!!
So sorry to hear your loss Mark. My condolenses as well. Wow 4 days quit is big, be proud of yourself. You are half way through hell week and your doing wonderful. NOPE (not one puff ever) is the way we get to the otherside. Keep it going! You CAN do this!
Thank you shashort! I made it another day!!!!! Thank God I stayed strong and held onto my quit. Now I feel like I’m stronger and better!!!!
I know it is difficult for you, but smoking would only make it worse, there is something to be happy about..... you are not a smoker anymore, and that is such a great and positive thing and a herald of good things to come in your life. Take some deep breaths with your healing lungs and be grateful for the life you have. Blessings.
Thank you Karen!! You’re right, smoking would have made it much worse. And if he were alive, he’d kill me for smoking so I know he’s cheering for me from the other side. A big hurtle was overcome today. One day at a time!!!
Oh, Mark. I’m sorry to hear that.
anniversary’s of loss and birthdays are tough. Please be extra kind to yourself. Tears are good, talking it out and remembering the blessings he brought to your life. Those blessings are yours forever, so please hold on to them!
Wishing you a little moment of happiness.
Way to go keeping true to your quit!
Thank you Lisa!!!! Yes I stayed strong and didn’t smoke. Now I feel stronger and much much better!!!
So sorry to hear about your partner Mark. These times are definitely hard, but you remained strong. My husband passed away 11 years ago and I just had my anniversary and his birthday without a smoke. These firsts are a challenge, but we're proving we can do.
I’m so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing but I’m glad you didn’t smoke. Yes I made it through yesterday thank God. Today I feel good. Just put on a new patch and getting ready for work. Hope you have a great day!!!!
Oh yeah, I hear that. My husband died almost 4 years ago, and his birthday was last month. It's hard. And smoking won't make it any easier. You can do this.