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Trem2 Years Smoke Free
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I had to make a big decision this week. My husband and I are traveling to the U.K, Scotland and Ireland in August and I've been having a few problems with my teeth. I normally go to Bali to have all my dental work done. It works out cheaper and I get a holiday out of it. When he asked me had I booked the other day I told him I won't be going. To his surprise I told him that I didn't think I was strong enough just yet to go with no support. If you've been to Bali you know everybody smokes everywhere. He was very proud of me and told me he believes that this time I will succeed in giving up. It was a great feeling to hear it even though the missing out on a Bali trip wasn't.

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Nozmo profile image
NozmoValued Contributor

That's great to hear Trem...you're really going for this.

Big trip in August! Hope our weather is kind to you.

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Trem2 Years Smoke Free in reply to Nozmo

Nozmo so do I. I have been told it will be your summer over there and that the weather should be around the 16 degrees through out the day. I'm also looking forward to not withdrawing on the plane and going through customs. It will definitely be a different experience for me

Cheers

Nozmo profile image
NozmoValued Contributor in reply to Trem

Yeah, it's about that here today. In August you might get into the twenties, depending on where you are. If you're going to London it seems to have its own microclimate and is almost always warmer than the rest of the country. I'm up close to Scotland...we usually get the rubbish weather here!

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Trem2 Years Smoke Free in reply to Nozmo

Thanks for information Nozmo

Now that is a big decision and I'm delighted you chose the safe option. Missing out on trips or outings or just going to the pub in order to protect your quit is the smart choice and of course is a temporary solution. These things will be waiting for you when you are comfortable in your quit.

I hate to be around smokers now, not because I find it tempting but because I find the smoke irritating and the smell disgusting. I don't think I'll ever get to Bali in that case!

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Lucy12552 Years Smoke Free in reply to

I agree miscy I'm not that fond being around smokers with this sore throat I have been having and the smell really make me sick

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Trem2 Years Smoke Free in reply to

Great way of looking at it, never thought about it that way and your right they will be there waiting for me when I'm strong enough. But then again it might not be as appealing to me by then. Thanks Hidden another reason I like this forum 😊

RoisinO1 profile image
RoisinO1Administrator3 Years Smoke Free

Hey Trem , its such a great feeling to get that family support and encouragement which I think is vital in our quits.

As said to you during the week, there will be plenty of time for you to get strong enough for your holiday in August, you can save in the meantime and live it up!

With regards the weather I am afraid in Ireland its just the luck of the draw! You could be up north and have glorious weather and go down south and have 4 seasons in one day! But one thing is for sure, if you get the good weather Ireland (and UK, Scotland) are so beautiful :)

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Trem2 Years Smoke Free

RoisinO1 thanks again for your words of encouragement and to be honest when it comes to the weather it's what will be will be. Looking forward to seeing another new country.

Hercu profile image
HercuValued Contributor

Trem...Surely a difficult decision but reading your seriousness on this quit in your post...Well done....!!

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Trem2 Years Smoke Free in reply to Hercu

Thanks Hercu its good to know people can see I'm giving this 110%. I can't believe I have saved $1544 and haven't smoked 1931 smokes. I have to stay focused I'm not letting that nicotine demon anywhere near me again

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HercuValued Contributor in reply to Trem

Surely 110+% and that is why you will succeed because you rely want to..!!!

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Andrewquits2 Years Smoke Free

Passing up on a trip to Bali, that shows some real quit determination! But if you dont feel ready to confront smokers yet then its a great move.

I've been to Bali, and know what you mean! Its one big blue cloud of smoke, yet still a stunning holiday destination.

It will still be here when you are ready! :)

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Trem2 Years Smoke Free

Thanks heaps I will keep strong and determined

FordyP profile image
FordyP3 Years Smoke Free

Trem a great post - sounds to me like you have this thing nailed. Have you planned where abouts in the UK you will be visiting when you come over?

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Trem2 Years Smoke Free

Thanks FordyP but sometimes easier said than done and I'm in no way going to let my guard down. My husband and his mate are in the process now of where and which way we will travel. My girlfriend and I just sit back and go with the flow.

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FordyP3 Years Smoke Free in reply to Trem

Sounds like the right attitude to me!

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