Back to Earth

[shawn6]

What a difference a day makes!

After feeling on top of the world on Day 1, Day 2 smacked me around like a redheaded stepchild.

I don't remember more than a handful of urges throughout the day, but I must say my mood was foul, my attitude was crap and my self-pity meter was on 11 most of the time.
But you know what? I did not smoke.

And now as this worst of days comes to a close, I can at least take some solace that no one around me was hurt today (except by a couple of sharp words) and I was able to endure.

Today was a great reminder that this journey will be filled with ups and downs and sometimes you're the windshield and sometimes you're the bug.

Splat!
Until next time, keep fighting the good fight all!

[shawn6]

Thanks Leslie! I appreciate the support!

[donna22]

Love the bug and the windshield, I'm with Debbie on that one..
Congratulations you're on your way!!!!

[nikkie-noodle]

WHO YOU TELLIN'?? I fight them urges at least once a day!!! I hate it!!!!!!

You will get over this hump! I was a mess!!! I had it in for everyone. I am doing much better now! I will never forget my first two weeks!!! That is what reminds me to never go back!!

CONGRATS Kid! You are your way!!!

[skoshigirl]

I had a stressful thing happen to me tonight. The kind where my heartbeat was elevated and I was seriously mad! The first thing I thought of was smoking a cigarette. I know it wasn't an option for me though. I would not only let myself down but I would let my kids down. I am feeling so good about myself right now that if I did smoke a cigarette that would mean I failed which would make me feel bad about myself. I am getting used to this "I can do it" attitude 😉

[meka]

STAY STRONG Shawn, you can do it! and when those cravings come on strong, wait it out, just keep telling yourself that this too shall pass...and it will, and always remember that at times we may not be able to control the situations around us but we can control how we react to them and giving in to the NICODEMON Is not going to change the circumstance one way or the other,SO DO NOT GIVE IN, your doing great so far, I'm here for you just holla if you need me.

[james10]

Yea the roller coaster is rough.....but hang in there bro....hit me up...if ya need anything

[shawn6]

Thanks guys! I'm feeling better this a.m. Didn't sleep all that well, but I'm looking forward to the day. Thanks again one and all for the support - if I can ever return the favor, let me know!

[angel6]

Shawn ,

You are doing great! Hang in there and keep a positive attitude. We share the same quit day, so I know where you are at. If ya need to talk just let me know. I'll be here for ya!

[cindy25]

The cool thing is.............
every day is a NEW day!
Here is hoping your next few days will be better!