I decided that I wanted one final post before moving on up to the Penthouse, as it's been a while since my last and I don't get involved on here nearly as much as I'd like to
My moving day is Sunday and I'm so excited!
I was thinking earlier on today just how much not smoking has changed my life (my health, my purse etc) while, at the same time, not changing me in any way at all.
I have noticed subtle differences in my confidence, as an example, and my ability to handle stressful situations in a better way (not running off to "relax" and have a ciggie). I also love how great I smell and how nights out with friends don't need to be interrupted every half an hour or so by cravings. I get to be the one now that tuts when someone stands up and leaves the table for yet another smoke :rolleyes:
But this last year has proven, more than anything else, that life is the same for all of us, smokers and non-smokers. The difference is in HOW we deal with life and it's challenges. Smoking only hinders us further and it's tragic that so many people lose their lives because of it.
So it's time to say goodbye to 6 months + and get ready for my trip to the legendry Penthouse!!
Thanks everyone for your continued support and good luck to all in this room! Time moves by quicker than you think, so I'll see you all soon! xxx
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yoursmiles.org/tsmile/rulez..., I so can't wait to catch you up. You are spot on with that analogy though, life as a non-smoker is the same but with less stress and a little bit more time - you are an inspiration, by the way, can I have your old room? yoursmiles.org/tsmile/rulez...
yoursmiles.org/tsmile/rulez..., I so can't wait to catch you up. You are spot on with that analogy though, life as a non-smoker is the same but with less stress and a little bit more time - you are an inspiration, by the way, can I have your old room? yoursmiles.org/tsmile/rulez...
Awwww thanks hun You certainly can have my old room. I'm afraid you won't be able to keep it long though, as you'll soon be making your way to the Penthouse too!! xxx
There is one Hell of a Party arranged for Sunday night-of course,being the Penthouse,nobody needs to work so no worries about hangovers on Monday morning xx :p
I'm soooo excited!! Kat is counting down the days for me and it's like waiting for christmas day! He he
Looking forward to my party. I wonder if my boss would let me use your excuse on Monday morning?
"Sorry I'm still p****d, I was in the Penthouse last night celebrating my one year milestone!" Lol xxx
Wow, well done you!! 🎉
You must be soooo proud! And an inspiring down to earth post to spur all of us on. So pleased for you, can't wait to be where you are but it seems a long way off for me...!
You must be soooo proud! And an inspiring down to earth post to spur all of us on. So pleased for you, can't wait to be where you are but it seems a long way off for me...!
Xx
Thank you Yes I am very proud.
I know it seems a long way off, but it goes soooo quickly! Now you've got those first couple of months under your belt things will start to become very natural on the non-smoking front. You'll be partying with us in no time!! Xxx
Congratulations on your brilliant achievement and thanks for such an insightful post. Shows me the way. I've pasted it into a diary that I keep so I can read it whenever I get doubts.
Congratulations on your brilliant achievement and thanks for such an insightful post. Shows me the way. I've pasted it into a diary that I keep so I can read it whenever I get doubts.
Wow, the entries into the Penthouse just keep on going and aint that just fabulous?
Huge congrats and I hope you are going to celebrate in style on Sunday Sarah, even if you're off the beer for it. You've had some seriously tough times but your quit never really looked like anything but a roaring success.
Speaking of which, I just realised, isn't it your surgery today? I'll keep everything crossed that it goes smoothly.
See you on Sunday for your party Sarah, well done
Just read on your page that your op has been moved back, that's a shame but you can now have BEER on Sunday! Wayhay :D
Wow, the entries into the Penthouse just keep on going and aint that just fabulous?
Huge congrats and I hope you are going to celebrate in style on Sunday Sarah, even if you're off the beer for it. You've had some seriously tough times but your quit never really looked like anything but a roaring success.
Speaking of which, I just realised, isn't it your surgery today? I'll keep everything crossed that it goes smoothly.
See you on Sunday for your party Sarah, well done
Just read on your page that your op has been moved back, that's a shame but you can now have BEER on Sunday! Wayhay :D
Molly, thanks so much for your post and for remembering my op date It means a lot that people on here are more than just quit buddies!
Yes, it has been moved to 5th March, which means I can have beer!!! Woop!
I'm really well thanks. I had a bit of a wallow in a puddle of self pity last week, it was a year since I'd lost my mum but I'm back on form now.
I think it helps when the sun shines, I always feel like smiling in spring, I can't help it.
It has flown by this last year hasn't it! I remember all of you being new members and me feeling like I'd been here ages. Now, there doesn't seem to be a gap at all! Weird!
I'm so proud of you Sarah, and I'll look out for your post on Sunday and join in your party as well. I assume it's an all day affair isn't it? :D
I'm really well thanks. I had a bit of a wallow in a puddle of self pity last week, it was a year since I'd lost my mum but I'm back on form now.
I think it helps when the sun shines, I always feel like smiling in spring, I can't help it.
It has flown by this last year hasn't it! I remember all of you being new members and me feeling like I'd been here ages. Now, there doesn't seem to be a gap at all! Weird!
I'm so proud of you Sarah, and I'll look out for your post on Sunday and join in your party as well. I assume it's an all day affair isn't it? :D
But of course! It wouldn't be a proper party if it didn't go on all day!
It has flown by, and it's really amazing how normal being a non-smoker is. I always hoped that I would quit smoking by 30 and by the time I want to have children, and I was five years early!!
I'm sorry to hear about your week. I don't think losing someone close ever gets easier, but hanging onto the happiest memories can always help. And we're entitled to a good old self pity now and then, aren't we?
Like you said. sunshine seems to change the world for the better. So I'm happy for this weather to stick around! xxx
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