thanks for sharing Jim....and how true it all is [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 8/12/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 29 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 825 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $113.68 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 6 [B]Mins:[/B] 33 [B]Seconds:[/B] 11

Thanks for sharing this with us, Jim. Very vivid, powerful description. Ericon [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 8/18/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 23 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 827 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $166.75 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 15 [B]Mins:[/B] 44 [B]Seconds:[/B] 29

Wow....very interesting thread. I was just sitting here thinking about some of the truths stated in this reading and wondering how I never truthfully thought about what nicotine was doing to me and my body's health. I used to wonder why I could never quite clear my throat everyday. OMG....it feels so great not having to cough, constantly clear my throat, engulf large amounts of air to breathe after climbing those 4 steps...and I'm very thankful I don't hold any babies with one hand and a cig with the other anymore. That was terrible. I love my new found freedom from nicotine and shall continue my journey of...'kickin' nic's butt!!' Leolibra N.O.P.E. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 8/26/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 15 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 271 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $75 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 1 [B]Hrs:[/B] 0 [B]Mins:[/B] 19 [B]Seconds:[/B] 59

Thank you :gasp:marie [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 6/13/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 90 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,350 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $360 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 11 [B]Hrs:[/B] 20 [B]Mins:[/B] 55 [B]Seconds:[/B] 21

Jim, Thank you for this motivational thread, it is sure to inspire many. A big thanks to Duffis also. Danielle _________________________ The SSC Support Team

Great post, JimO. Thanks. Shevie [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 5/23/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 475 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 9,511 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1805 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 88 [B]Hrs:[/B] 15 [B]Mins:[/B] 42 [B]Seconds:[/B] 51

I wish I could claim this one, but I can't, I thought tho' that it was worth sharing. My name is Nicotine. This is my story. For many years no one knew I was a killer. I am very cunning, while looking so innocent. I am dressed in a white wrapper. I think my shape is great. I am long, slender and easy to hold. This is great for the 90's (or today's) image. I've come a long way baby. Billions of dollars have been spent to keep me looking good. My favorible image is an illusion. My addictive power is reality. My advertising team has worked very hard to continue to present me as a positive influence in daily life. I have been showcased as making men strong, sexy, and full of life. I have been packaged to make women think they are sexy, daring, and provocative. It took longer to get the women to use me, but in time I won them over. I am a liar. I tell you that you can enjoy and be more comfortable in every situation if you use, I am always there for you when you are bored, nervous, or upset. I will tell you how cool you appear while you smoke me, how good I taste. I especially like to tell younger folks how much I can do for them. I lie. I have some friends and associates: Caffeine, Alcohol, cough medicine, and Mouthwash. I make money for a lot of other industries, beyond the tobacco folks. Doctors love me too. Now caffeine, alcohol and I go way back. We have worked together on almost everyone. You may think you can get rid of us, but we will make your life miserable if you try. I will cause people to leave their homes in the middle of the night in search of me. I am powerful once I have you, I will require a lot of your time. I need to have ashtrays and lighters. I make a mess as my ashes drop on your carpet, car seat, furniture and loved ones. It delights me to see the little burn marks in your expensive clothes, furniture, counter tops and carpets. Did I mention how awful I smell? I have a particular aroma that will linger in your hair, clothes, and your furniture. I can turn your car into an ashtray. I will mark you. I am an addiction. I tried for a long time not to let this secret get out. It was bad enough when people said I was a nasty habit. Now everyone knows I am an addiction. Once I get in your grasp, you can not easily pu