Moejoe's quit smoking! - Page 2

desertgrandma · 06-04-2009, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Moejoe

Ahhh now, there's the downside to all this. I can't write. My writing routine became so intertwined with smoking that every time I've tried to write since quitting, I can't get more than a paragraph before losing my concentration. Can't even edit at the minute without losing my train of thought.

I'm hoping that's only fleeting

Absolutely. Your body is fighting you tooth and nail to get another cancer stick between your lips. Transitory, yes, but it will feel like it will never end.

Hang in there. Grab a lollipop! Hell, I'll send you a case.........send your address.........

Moejoe · 06-04-2009, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by desertgrandma

Absolutely. Your body is fighting you tooth and nail to get another cancer stick between your lips. Transitory, yes, but it will feel like it will never end.

Hang in there. Grab a lollipop! Hell, I'll send you a case.........send your address.........

Just got myself a bumper pack of Chupa Chups lollipops, and I think that's done the trick. Like a miracle cure I'm back to writing again

Now I must have a Kojak avatar

GeoffC · 06-04-2009, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Moejoe

Just got myself a bumper pack of Chupa Chups lollipops, and I think that's done the trick. Like a miracle cure I'm back to writing again

Now I must have a Kojak avatar

Write fast to remove those extra calories ....

desertgrandma · 06-04-2009, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Moejoe

Just got myself a bumper pack of Chupa Chups lollipops, and I think that's done the trick. Like a miracle cure I'm back to writing again

Now I must have a Kojak avatar

Who loves ya, baby....btw.......they just started replaying his series here. I love love love that show......

Moejoe · 06-04-2009, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by desertgrandma

Who loves ya, baby....btw.......they just started replaying his series here. I love love love that show......

I have the Series 1 DVD of Kojak, always worth a rewatch...all those 70's crime shows are still great, Kojak, Columbo, Banachek, Petrocelli...

vivaldirules · 06-04-2009, 10:55 AM

Hey, anybody else want to join in with Moejoe? There is no time like the present - particularly for quitting smoking. My dad smoked for over fifty years until he finally went to his doctor with emphysema and his doctor told him "I don't suppose there's any way I can get you to stop smoking to save your life. You won't last much longer otherwise." He quit immediately somehow and has been smoke free for about 8 years. Only problem is that he waited so long that he struggles to get oxygen and uses a concentrator continuously. He's one respiratory infection away from the grave, at this point. So, how many more years would you like to wait to quit?

vivaldirules · 06-04-2009, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by vivaldirules

Hey, anybody else want to join in with Moejoe? There is no time like the present - particularly for quitting smoking. My dad smoked for over fifty years until he finally went to his doctor with emphysema and his doctor told him "I don't suppose there's any way I can get you to stop smoking to save your life. You won't last much longer otherwise." He quit immediately somehow and has been smoke free for about 8 years. Only problem is that he waited so long that he struggles to get oxygen and uses a concentrator continuously. He's one respiratory infection away from the grave, at this point. So, how many more years would you like to wait to quit?

Man, I can lay it on thick and heavy sometimes, can't I? Sorry about that.

Moejoe · 06-04-2009, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by vivaldirules

Man, I can lay it on thick and heavy sometimes, can't I? Sorry about that.

No problems here, I have a history of heart-related problems in my family (Dad's side and all male/smokers) so it was as good a reason as any to stop. Health, money, the smell, but most of all....WHAT THE HELL WAS I DOING SUCKING IN SMOKE THROUGH MY MOUTH AND PAYING FOR THAT PRIVILIDGE!!!

desertgrandma · 06-04-2009, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by vivaldirules

Man, I can lay it on thick and heavy sometimes, can't I? Sorry about that.

Don't you dare be sorry. My mom smoked all her life (I grew up inhaling it) and I got to take care of her as she died from emphysema.

It was one bad habit I never wound up with.

Imagine my shock as I walked into her room finding her STARTING to light a cig, while on oxygen.....THATS how addictive this crap can be to some people

Her death was not pretty, people.

desertgrandma · 06-04-2009, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by vivaldirules

Hey, anybody else want to join in with Moejoe? There is no time like the present -

'sigh. They do say confession is good for the soul.

I need to lose about 30 lbs......seriously. I know how, WW works for me, it has in the past. I know the plan inside and out. I just don't have the desire. I can rationalize with the best of them.

1) I'm happy with myself
2) Life is to short to deny myself
3) Food is my comfort, my emotional support, screw you who are you to tell me I need to change??

So........heres the deal. Moejoe.....shall we do this together?

Yeah.....I can hear the howls already. "How can you compare overeating with smoking?? Nicotine is ADDICTIVE!!"

Let me tell you folks, I'm a fast food addict. Give me a cheeseburger, chicken nuggets, mac and cheeze, popcorn with lots of butter...and fried potatoes.....lots and lots of fried potatoes.

Staying away from these foods, denying myself a bowl of mashed potatoes when I want one, turns me into a bonafide *itch. Can't get much more addictive than that.

We have to be honest..I'll start tomorrow. There is some chicken salad in the fridge that needs to be eaten......

Whaddya say?

ahammer · 06-04-2009, 11:35 AM

I think I maybe Addicted to the internet. this seems like not the time nor place to give it up. :Þ

pshrynk · 06-04-2009, 11:42 AM

Yeah, okay. I'm heading off to WW now to get myself started. 40 pounds for me...

Damn, I hate exercising!

desertgrandma · 06-04-2009, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by pshrynk

Yeah, okay. I'm heading off to WW now to get myself started. 40 pounds for me...

Damn, I hate exercising!

Walking is excellent exercise.

pdurrant · 06-04-2009, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by desertgrandma

Yeah.....I can hear the howls already. "How can you compare overeating with smoking?? Nicotine is ADDICTIVE!!"

Food's addictive too. You eat less than your body thinks it needs and you'll know about it.

OK - I'm a bit overweight. Only 20 pounds or so, but that's 70,000 calories I didn't need that I ate.

If MoeJoe can give up smoking, I can stop comfort eating. If I only eat when I'm hungry, and only until I'm not hungry, I'll be fine.

So I'm in. I won't snack, and I won't over-eat. Perhaps I can lose that 20lb by this time next year. (I know - less than 1/2 lb a week doesn't sound a lot. But it's still 200 calories per day. I think I can manage that.)

desertgrandma · 06-04-2009, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by pdurrant

Food's addictive too. You eat less than your body thinks it needs and you'll know about it.

OK - I'm a bit overweight. Only 20 pounds or so, but that's 70,000 calories I didn't need that I ate.

If MoeJoe can give up smoking, I can stop comfort eating. If I only eat when I'm hungry, and only until I'm not hungry, I'll be fine.

So I'm in. I won't snack, and I won't over-eat. Perhaps I can lose that 20lb by this time next year. (I know - less than 1/2 lb a week doesn't sound a lot. But it's still 200 calories per day. I think I can manage that.)

Excellent!! For me, tho, it more than just not snacking. I have to change my eating habits completely. Therein lies the rub.......however, it can be done.............

Losing weight quickly isn't the answer......the slower you lose it, the longer you'll keep it off. So, yes, 1/2 lb or so a week is great.

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06-04-2009, 10:55 AM	#21
vivaldirules When's Doughnut Day? Posts: 10,059 Karma: 13675475 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Houston, TX, US Device: Sony PRS-505, iPad	Hey, anybody else want to join in with Moejoe? There is no time like the present - particularly for quitting smoking. My dad smoked for over fifty years until he finally went to his doctor with emphysema and his doctor told him "I don't suppose there's any way I can get you to stop smoking to save your life. You won't last much longer otherwise." He quit immediately somehow and has been smoke free for about 8 years. Only problem is that he waited so long that he struggles to get oxygen and uses a concentrator continuously. He's one respiratory infection away from the grave, at this point. So, how many more years would you like to wait to quit?

06-04-2009, 11:35 AM	#26
ahammer cybershark Posts: 314 Karma: 2227 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: AZ Device: none	I think I maybe Addicted to the internet. this seems like not the time nor place to give it up. :Þ

06-04-2009, 11:42 AM	#27
pshrynk Beepbeep n beebeep, yeah! Posts: 11,726 Karma: 8255450 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: La Crosse, Wisconsin, aka America's IceBox Device: iThingie, KmkII, I miss Zelda!	Yeah, okay. I'm heading off to WW now to get myself started. 40 pounds for me... Damn, I hate exercising!