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andytrihard

26 posts since
Nov 15, 2007

Dec 16, 2007 7:11 AM

Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

Welcome back ex's! How'd we all do? Smoking wise I"m fine, but sure did miss all of you guys. Sully, Kris, Megs? anybody there? When we last "met" there had been a post from the "dark side of the force tempting us to join him" I was replying to that post when the site went down for re-construction. I don't know if it went through or not so I"m just hoping we didn't lose anybody.

The site has obviously changed a little, and I know my "name" changed ( now andytrihard ) but I think the cause is still the same, so lets hear it out there!!

Ex- smokers of the world unite!!

Andy

andytrihard

26 posts since
Nov 15, 2007

1. Dec 16, 2007 11:33 AM

in response to: andytrihard

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

Hello? Anybody? Awww, c'mon. I know you're out there.

CajnRunner

6 posts since
Dec 16, 2007

2. Dec 16, 2007 3:03 PM

in response to: andytrihard

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

I am still doing good. Last week was a pretty rough week for me, and I even tried to smoke a cigarette to relieve some stress. It was NASTY!!! I couldn't even take 3 drags! Does that count as a relapse? I really was not expecting to hate it so much.

andytrihard

26 posts since
Nov 15, 2007

3. Dec 16, 2007 3:33 PM

in response to: CajnRunner

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

Cajun: Sorry to hear you had a rough week, but glad to hear the cig was nasty.:^0 Amazing how bad they can taste after awhile off of them. don't worry bout the relapse though, it happens. all you can do is keep trying.

Andy

kcarmike

150 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

4. Dec 17, 2007 12:11 AM

in response to: andytrihard

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

Hi Andy!! Thanks for starting us up on the new site.

Cajun, don't feel bad. I am glad to hear you hated the cigarette! I too had a quick relapse after 7 months!

By Thursday I had reached my exploding point. Unlike people who have a job outside their homes and away from their kids, I don't have a day off. I don't go on trips for a week. I don't have anything out of the ordinary to spice up the monotony of playing blocks and cars. And DH gets to travel quite a bit lately leaving me to take care of everything and everyone. And I have volunteered for TOO many things but this base is so small that if I back out, it won't get done. Well, Thursday night at DH's promotion fest, I lost it. Luckily after DH came home he told me to go back since a couple of my friends were still there. And I BUMMED A SMOKE OFF SOMEONE!! I have to admit it felt GREAT! Tasted crappy but FELT great. I only had half because I felt so guilty about letting everyone down. Even my "virtual" friends here. Yes, you all came to my mind. So, I say THANK YOU!! I know it won't happen again because my guilt will do me in.

Have a great run everyone!

Kris

sully702

124 posts since
Jul 9, 2007

5. Dec 17, 2007 5:18 AM

in response to: kcarmike

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

Hang in there Kris and Cajn. I wouldn't beat yourselves up about it. Just get back into your routine and you ll be fine. Holidays are so stressfull and sometimes it happens. Stay positive!

andytrihard

26 posts since
Nov 15, 2007

6. Dec 17, 2007 5:49 AM

in response to: sully702

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

Hey Kris great to hear from you again!!! Sorry to hear bout the slip up but like sully said just keep trying. This is a very stressful time of year with holidays, gatherings, shoppping and such. Not to mention any additional stressers of home life or work. All we can do is to keep trying, remind ourselves why we are quitting, and to ask for help when needed.

Sully, glad to hear from you again as well!

Cajun, I think I forgot to welcome you back yesterday. My bad. Glad you made it through:D

What's everyone think of the new format here? A little harder to navigate I think, but what are ya gonna do, right?

Hang in there EX'S, we'll get through it together!!

Andy

kcarmike

150 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

7. Dec 17, 2007 10:19 AM

in response to: andytrihard

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

Well, I know I am not smoking again. I am not making a big deal of it. I really thank you guys for being here!

As for the "new" CoolRunning, I don't know what to think. I don't really like it yet. It doesn't fit my screen, 25% of the left side is wasted, I wasn't able to find this place. I literally had to save the specific page under my favorites after finally finding it again, just so I wouldn't lose it again. I do like the Word-type of format for posting and I like that I can preview my text before submitting. Not that I couldn't have just scrolled up on the last board but it's nice to have a last check in place. I will give the site a few weeks before I make a final decision. I am going to check out www.runningahead.com. It seems similar to the old Coolrunning board in terms of ease of navigation and discussions.

Let's keep meeting here. We have a lot to share and support during stressful times is so important. I really mean it when I say I am greatful for this thread. I had never felt the urge to smoke sooo strongly before the other night. Knowing I could come here afterwards was a huge relief. (BTW, I still consider May 14, 2007 my last cigarette.)

jennicap05

147 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

8. Dec 17, 2007 10:43 AM

in response to: andytrihard

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

YEAH I FOUND YOU GUYS! I came on earlier and never saw the actual coolrunning boards! I posted a ex-smokers post on the active newbie thread and was nervous b/c of all the active people! LOL Hope everyone is doing well!

Megs411

12 posts since
Dec 17, 2007

9. Dec 17, 2007 11:18 AM

in response to: andytrihard

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

Hey everyone! Glad we all made it back!

Don't worry about falling off the wagon you guys. It happens. Especially this time of year. We had a big snow storm here in Michigan and for some reason I really felt like smoking. Something about the snow and the quiet night reminded me of sitting outside smoking and enjoying the stillness. Then I remember how cold it was out there and the urge quickly passed.

Good luck with the rest of the week!

bigcatchnc

5 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

10. Dec 17, 2007 11:30 AM

in response to: andytrihard

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

Hi guys... just saw this and it peaked my interest b/c I have stopped smoking several times in the past year. Just letting you know I might stop by and post some - mostly just need to read your posts and know I'm not alone. It's so frustrating!

fragileknees

32 posts since
Nov 7, 2007

11. Dec 17, 2007 11:59 AM

in response to: andytrihard

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

I found you! Phew, I am so lost on this site. My weekend was quite stressful. I managed to stay in Friday night, but Saturday I went out, got drunk, and smoked a bit. I woke up hungover and feeling awful. I ran today and felt a little out of it. I slip, but I jump back on. I HATE SMOKING. What I really want is to make it through the **** weekends. I am an angel during the week (no cigs, near perfect diet, excellent exercise routines), but I am a party girl who can't seem to give up my weekend indulgances. Sigh. Any suggestions are appreciated.

drayzimplode

5 posts since
Dec 17, 2007

12. Dec 17, 2007 1:34 PM

in response to: fragileknees

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

I am still going with the no smoking. I am on day 38. Dont worry about slipping up. You all are doing great. The one time I smoked I felt horrible. And I did think about everyone here as well. Everyone is so supportive. It is great. Keep up the good work everyone.

andytrihard

26 posts since
Nov 15, 2007

13. Dec 17, 2007 3:24 PM

in response to: andytrihard

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

Yeah!!!! The gangs all here!! Welcome back,Fragilknees, Megs, Jennicap, and Drayz!! I truly missed all of you. I was hoping if I started the post you'd all find it:-)

Kris, I totally agree, let,s keep meeting here. I think what we're all doing here is great. Nowhwere have I found such a great support system, that's so friendly, open, caring and FUN!! On that note, who was the originator of this? Was it you jennica? My thanks to whomever it was.

Fragil: You're doing great. Just got to get through the weekends though?:| How can we help you do this? Hmmmmm.......I'm forgetting, did you use anything to quit,or go cold turkey? Either way "Im thinking some thing along the lines of cig. substitution. Anything that you can replace the smokes with when the urge strikes. If it's "party" situations, maybe pretzel rods? I don't know-

Drayz, Glad you found us. Welcome back.

Megs: What are we up to? I've lost track. Last count had us at 115?

Bigcatchnc: Hello and welcome. Feel free to jump in anytime. You'll find plenty of support and positive energy here. Look forward to hearing from you.

I"d also like to welcome anyone else out there maybe browsing the site, "lurking", or otherwise just curious, if you have quit or are trying to quit smoking join us here. We'd like to help.

Well super ex's, that's bout it. Take care, keep trying, and Happy Holidays!!:D

sully702

124 posts since
Jul 9, 2007

14. Dec 17, 2007 4:33 PM

in response to: fragileknees

Re: Ex-Smokers support 12/16-12/22

Frangle, why don't you try some Nicorette on the weekends. It helps me because it keeps my mouth busy and it will give you a little kick to keep you away from the cigs. Weekends are tough for me too, especially with my smoking wife. It's not easy being a work out god during the week and a party animal on the weekends. lol I really do feel your pain - hang in there, your getting closer.

Andy thanks for keeping the thread going. I think half the battle is trying to figure out how to use this site.

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