45 Days

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Well, it's been 45 days now.  I'm feeling really good about it - it's been a little easier because for the past 45 days, I've also started a new relationship with a non-smoking man - he takes me ice skating - which is great because I now have the lung power.  He has been a godsend - however, I made this decision for myself and am doing it for myself - nobody else.  I also have to give myself credit for making it through 4 weeks of staying with my girlfriend who is a former smoking buddy - I feel stronger since I now know that I can be around smokers (especially my triggers) and stay faithful to my quit.  I made the decision that I would not smoke.  It is a choice that we make - when we are ready.  Once making that decision, even the first 3 days of withdrawal are not that difficult.  And that's the truth. 🙂  Like Jonescarp says, and I also say - just laugh at the cravings - just laugh at our addiction - because we can beat it.