Daily Pledge, Bonfires and Quit Celebrations: Traditions born from the members
December, here we are! Time flies, doesn't it? There are a lot of things going on this month, that may cause stress/ anxiety. Lot's of family, friends presents to buy and not much money to buy them with. Remember that those things are going to be there whether we smoke or not! Smoking helps nothing and creates more stress! So, please, remember to get your butt in here to pledge and so will I, so we can lift each other up and strengthen our commitments!
Let's begin with Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, celebrated on December 7th.
December 21rst is the first day of winter, get your hats, gloves, and scarves out and ready to go!
December 25th is Christmas Day! The day we celebrate our savior! and Santa and get/give presents! I only do for Brandy and my youngest daughter, Sarah. I send homemade greeting cards with a picture of Brandy and I on them to family and close friends. I buy small things at the dollar tree for my AA friends and usually pass some out to homeless too. In past years I have also volunteered to help serve the meal down at the Salvation Army. What do you do during the Holidays? Stay busy! NO SMOKING REQUIRED!
Also on December 25th is the first day of Hanukkah!
Kwanzaa begins December 26th. Happy Kwanzaa!
The Nguzo Saba
(The Seven Principles)
Dr. Maulana Karenga
Kwanzaa was created to introduce and reinforce seven basic values of African culture which contribute to building and reinforcing family, community and culture among African American people as well as Africans throughout the world African community. These values are called the Nguzo Saba which in Swahili means the Seven Principles. Developed by Dr. Karenga, the Nguzo Saba stand at the heart of the origin and meaning of Kwanzaa, for it is these values which are not only the building blocks for the community but also serve to reinforce and enhance them.
Last but not least, December 31rst is New Year's Eve. and at 12:01 we will be starting 2017!
Ready, set, pledge!
My name is Terrie and I have 513 days smoke-free! I pledge not to smoke this day and I am reaching my free hand out to the next person that wants to pledge!
Happy December! Don't Quit on your Quit! ~Terrie~
Hello to all. It's been a few days since I've been on.....I tend to sleep a lot and don't get on computer much. Cindy, I"ll take your hand and pledge that I will not smoke today no matter what! My other hand is out to the next in line.
Sharon 1232 DOF
Sharon,
I am proud to take your hand today as I pledge not to smoke, no matter what. I am extending my free hand to the next person who would like to pledge.
Ellen 1065 DOF
Hi Ellen! I l gladly take your hand this cold morning as I pledge not to smoke today, no matter what! I extend my free hand to the next person in line to pledge...
Penny 50 DOF!!!
Hi Penny. Congratulations of 50 days of freedom! It was nice to see you on the train. Thanks for offering me your hand. I join in the pledge to not smoke today no matter what and give my hand to nEXt to join us. c2q. Commit to the quit.
Pati
Good Morning
I gladly take your hand Pati and promise to not smoke today and
offer my free hand to the next in line to pledge.
Mags at 1252 DOF
Mags I'm grabbing your hand again today and joining in your promise to not smoke tody no matter what and I offer my free hand to the next that would like to join us...
Maureen
Never give in,, never give up, just say NO a day at a time
Hey Maureen
I am happy to take your hand while extending a hand to the next person and pledging that I will not smoke. 694 dof
Hello, Jackie, I am thrilled to take your hand as I pledge not to smoke! I offer my free hand to the next person in line to pledge!
Terrie 12 DOF
I Won't Quit on my Quit!
Hey Terrie. I am pleased to take your hand and extend a hand to the next person who wishes to pledge, and I pledge that I will not smoke today. (Starting Day 26)! |