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.
