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Changes Comin Round

So R and I decided awhile ago to quit lighting up the smokes on November 3rd. Why this date? Because it's a month after my b-day and for some reason it seemed decent. haha

I am nervous yet I feel ready for it. I remember being in my FIRST quitting smoking class and the instructor dude was like - it's like losing a best friend when you quit. At first I thought the dude was on crack, but then I thought about it and there is truth in that statement. What do I do when I am alone at the bar waiting on someone? I light up. My smoke keeps me company. What do I do when I am sad and crying? I light up and I feel better. What do I do when I need a break at work? I take my friend upstairs and we escape. There are many situations like this. Sounds strange to non smokers I am sure, but I see the truth in it. I am nervous about losing it.

But I am also ready to change. I am 34 and not getting any younger. I want to start working out again without fear that my lungs are going to die. I want to not REEK every moment of every day. Things I look forward to.

I have been applying like a mad woman to positions this week. I applied for about 15 on Monday and 5 more today. Something. Has. Got. To. Give.

Seriously.

I am looking forward to tomorrow at 5:30 to start the weekend. It should be yet another good one! I have the whole weekend off which is fantabulous indeed!

Happy Thursday people!

posted on Oct 30, 2008 1:50 PM ()

Comments:

Today's still the first day
comment by stiva on Nov 3, 2008 10:59 AM ()
Today's the first day
comment by stiva on Nov 3, 2008 6:05 AM ()
i believe in you!!!
comment by writerproducer on Nov 2, 2008 7:33 PM ()
You will make it and you will be so glad and so proud of yourself.
comment by elderjane on Nov 1, 2008 7:04 AM ()
Good idea kristy..best of luck, if you pull that off, you can do anything!
comment by strider333 on Oct 31, 2008 9:28 PM ()
I am proud of you and I hope it works this time! :)
comment by spicybitch on Oct 31, 2008 4:12 PM ()
Do it girl
comment by grumpy on Oct 31, 2008 8:05 AM ()
Do you have a hobby or activity you are taking up to take your mind off it? Maybe knitting or other hand work? You don't strike me as the knitting type, but it does require two hands. A friend of mine got more involved with riding her horse to replace the smoking. Good luck! We are all cheering you on.
comment by troutbend on Oct 30, 2008 7:06 PM ()
The thing about smoking to me is... I enjoy it -

I WILL quit one day, just not sure which day that will be!

I'm excited about the weekend too! It's been a LONG week!
Nite Kristy
comment by greeneyedgemini on Oct 30, 2008 5:43 PM ()
I know how tough quitting can be, this is like day 305?-306?, since Jan1. after almost 50 years of smoking off and on. 2-3 weeks forced without smokes was bad enough, but this is starting to now get over them!!??
comment by oldfatguy on Oct 30, 2008 5:32 PM ()
I gave up smoking over 20 years ago, I smoked 2-3 packs a day. I did it cold turkey, but for me it was going to be all or nothing. It was funny because I truly enjoyed smoking, until the headaches started..thats why I quit. I will be rooting for you & R
comment by redwolftimes on Oct 30, 2008 5:11 PM ()
Well, no matter what, things are going to CHANGE. You've set the ball rolling and I'm crossing fingers that the next new gig is one that makes you happy. Good luck with the smoke out!
comment by sexysadie on Oct 30, 2008 2:26 PM ()
It doesn't sound strange. I've never smoked, but can understand what it's like. My father in law went through it all after more years than you.

Quit
comment by stiva on Oct 30, 2008 2:19 PM ()
ask, believe, receive? DO IT. You won't regret quitting that nasty habit!
comment by mrsstu on Oct 30, 2008 2:16 PM ()
I totally get that, being a smoker myself. My sister quit using that Chantix stuff and it really worked for her. I so need to quit too.
comment by elkhound on Oct 30, 2008 2:00 PM ()
Enjoy the weekend.Maybe you need a little Halloween spirits there.
comment by fredo on Oct 30, 2008 1:55 PM ()

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