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Title: Now is the time
Post by: Amrmaya2 on February 11, 2014, 01:50:00 AM
As I stumbled across this site, reveling in a thankfully negative oral cancer screening, something keeps ringing in my head. My dentist almost sounded surprised that I came back negative. That stung me in a way I've never experienced. I don't think he wanted me to get cancer, surely he didn't. What stung was how foolish this awful habit makes me feel.

I read thru the page and this group seems...comfortable. So...on with a poorly written intro...

I'm 40 as of about a month ago. I've chewed every single day since 16. Never missed a day. Thru marriage, children, losing parents and jobs...this disgusting can has always been by my side. Stinky cup/bottle in tow. Chewing has been a companion, a release, and, ultimately, my nemesis. I love it and I hate it.

I'm working tonight...found this site with a gigantic chew in my mouth that I was barely enjoying anyway. When I sent my registration, I walked to the restroom, threw the can away,spit out my last chew, and am prepared for the inevitably difficult day that awaits me.

I no longer wish to be controlled by a plant. I can and will do this....but not alone.

Folks, in all honesty, I'm terrified...yet resolved. I intend to lean on this group for support.

Wow...that's a wordy intro...
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: jd83 on February 11, 2014, 02:01:00 AM
You can do it. Every time you think about grabbing a dip think about what your last dip was like. Did you really need it? Did it give you that feeling that made all of us here addicts years ago? For me the answer is no. I didn't need the last one, I didn't feel a damned thing because of my tolerance, and I sure as hell don't need another one. Good job quitting brother.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: majorhunting on February 11, 2014, 03:22:00 AM
Quote from: Amrmaya2
As I stumbled across this site, reveling in a thankfully negative oral cancer screening, something keeps ringing in my head. My dentist almost sounded surprised that I came back negative. That stung me in a way I've never experienced. I don't think he wanted me to get cancer, surely he didn't. What stung was how foolish this awful habit makes me feel.

I read thru the page and this group seems...comfortable. So...on with a poorly written intro...

I'm 40 as of about a month ago. I've chewed every single day since 16. Never missed a day. Thru marriage, children, losing parents and jobs...this disgusting can has always been by my side. Stinky cup/bottle in tow. Chewing has been a companion, a release, and, ultimately, my nemesis. I love it and I hate it.

I'm working tonight...found this site with a gigantic chew in my mouth that I was barely enjoying anyway. When I sent my registration, I walked to the restroom, threw the can away,spit out my last chew, and am prepared for the inevitably difficult day that awaits me.

I no longer wish to be controlled by a plant. I can and will do this....but not alone.

Folks, in all honesty, I'm terrified...yet resolved. I intend to lean on this group for support.

Wow...that's a wordy intro...
Welcome!

I know how you feel with the fear. I would say one of the more emotional decisions I have made. Everyone on this forum is here to support you with your quit, as well as you are here to support others. It's a group effort. Get in on your quit group and post roll every day. I am at day 86. Remember One Day At A Time. It's going to be work and will be stressful. But, you have this site and others to guide you in the path to freedom. If you have any questions PM me and I will do my best to help. There are also no dip discussion boards to assist you in just bs'ing with some guys and gals about whatever. Use everyone and everything here to help and reach out when you need it. You have already completed the first step in reaching out and continue to do so for the rest of your quit. So once again, welcome and you got this.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: waketech on February 11, 2014, 05:10:00 AM
Man you don't love chew you think you do but you don't..The shit gave you a cancer scare and you still put in a big fatty. You my friend are an addict and because of this you need help. Post roll every day with you promise not to use nicotine for the day. Wake up the next day and repeat. You need to dig deep and find out why your really here.? This isn't a cute little blog site for you post another attempt.. This is the real deal, this is a fight, maybe even for your life. This site is for quitters. So post up and lets do this. You didn't come here by accident. I will quit with you but you need to do it our way because there is no room for weaknes sin a quit!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Its_Got2Happen on February 11, 2014, 06:08:00 AM
Hey Maya. Dont be a drive by man. You can do this. You are in for a tough ride. The first few weeks really suck, but the freedom is so worth it. Buckle in and get your ass on this site as much as possible. You must learn about your adversary.

You can do this.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Grizzlyhasclaws on February 11, 2014, 06:41:00 AM
Post roll with May 2014.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: lovethelip on February 11, 2014, 07:34:00 AM
One day at a time - sometimes one hour at a time. Cravings can be brutal, but thankfully short lived. I find the story and pics on Outdoor Texan to be particularly useful whenever I begin to doubt my quit: http://outdoortexan.com/mycancer.htm (http://outdoortexan.com/mycancer.htm)
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Menace on February 11, 2014, 08:27:00 AM
Welcome to KTC and the best decision you have made since turning 16 years old. The first few days will be rough and we call that the "SUCK" and it has that name for a reason. Embrace the SUCK it will be motivation for later when that little Nic bitch comes whispering in you ear. Let's do this friend, I too made my Quit at 40 years old the end of last year after dipping since I was 15 years old, 85 days into my quit now. The freedom from that damn little can is worth it. You are an addict like all of us on here but we can and will win if you follow the KTC plan. Post Roll with your May group and start stomping the Nic bitch in the guts. Get some gum, fireballs, toothpicks, water, seeds and whatever else you will need at the start. Give me a shout if you need anything!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Wt57 on February 11, 2014, 09:02:00 AM
How many people have to tell you to post roll before you get serious? There is a reason that everyone keeps telling you the same thing.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: JayDubya on February 11, 2014, 02:54:00 PM
He is on roll - May 14. 'oh yeah'
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: 2Times on February 11, 2014, 03:18:00 PM
So which HOF group do I join - today is day 1 for me.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: slug.go on February 11, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
Quote from: 2Times
So which HOF group do I join - today is day 1 for me.
May 2014, but start your own introduction thread if you haven't already.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Amrmaya2 on February 18, 2014, 02:42:00 AM
Day 7 and hanging in there. The site has been an incredible help. Jaydubya and golfpro have been especially helpful.

Rock it out folks! Stayin quit...
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: rdad on February 18, 2014, 12:09:00 PM
Quote from: Amrmaya2

I no longer wish to be controlled by a plant. I can and will do this....but not alone.

Folks, in all honesty, I'm terrified...yet resolved. I intend to lean on this group for support.
I just wanted to let you know this part of your intro struck a chord with me. 88 days ago I remember feeling terrified and depressed about giving up my best friend and constant companion. I went 12 days by myself and knew I was never going to make it on my own. I moved way out of my comfort zone and joined this community and can tell you without a doubt it has changed my life. You will find in time that quitting dip is just the beginning of a lot of changes. Just keep posting roll everyday and making friends. One day at a time. Just let it come to you. You are doing this. 'oh yeah'
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: slug.go on February 18, 2014, 01:03:00 PM
Quote from: Amrmaya2
Day 7 and hanging in there. The site has been an incredible help. Jaydubya and golfpro have been especially helpful.

Rock it out folks! Stayin quit...
Amr, you're walking the walk, congrats!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Krusty on February 18, 2014, 04:47:00 PM
Quote from: slug.go
Quote from: Amrmaya2
Day 7 and hanging in there. The site has been an incredible help. Jaydubya and golfpro have been especially helpful.

Rock it out folks! Stayin quit...
Amr, you're walking the walk, congrats!
There's a sneaky quit rising through the ranks of Mayhem -- love it! Keep it up Amr -- you're a step closer to clarity. Quit with you today.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Amrmaya2 on February 26, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Day 16...feeling pretty good. Definitely empowering to go over two weeks without the poison. Until finding this site, that was merely a dream. Some fog has lifted, sort of comes in waves, but manageable. Craves seem to ebb and flow, fortunately, none too severe. That could be the mindfuck scarring of the suck, but I'll go with it.

The interactions with jaydubya, golfpro9696, and Paul S have really helped with maintaining focus.

Rock it out Mayhem...stay quit.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Its_Got2Happen on April 04, 2014, 05:51:00 AM
Hey quitter. How about an intro update. You are rocking this quit at 52 days. How are you feeling? Are you 100% roll poster. Are you down with this program? Is day 52 better than day 2? Glad you are winning, tell us about it.

Ryan
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Amrmaya2 on April 16, 2014, 02:55:00 AM
Day 64...

Today is my son's 9th birthday. His first birthday that I will not have a dip in my mouth...then rush to take it out so I can stuff cake in my face...then rush to get another dip in my mouth...you get the point.

Some know that I stopped drinking 3378 days ago, that decision was complicated and difficult, but I know I was nowhere near capable of facing that addiction without the deep soul searching I did before this incredible boy entered my life.

Now I am wrapping up day 64 of freedom from tobacco. I never hid my tobacco use from my kids...I wasn't a ninja dipper...I let that shit define a portion of me. Never again. I quit for me, and me alone...but it would be foolish if me to not realize that quitting is the best gift my son will, hopefully, never know he received.

Like many of us, I live and breathe for my wife and kids...my wife continually tells me how proud she is of my quit. This amazing woman even understood when I explained that this quit is for me...she got it....and thanked me for loving them so much.

The suck sucked. The craves suck. The irritability sucks...but nothing beats the immense pride I feel in making it this far...odaat. I'll confess to sort of enjoying the random nic rage...

So this is a wordy way of saying thanks to all on this site who've been there for me so far and who will be there for me going forward. I'm not going anywhere. I will wake up tomorrow, make my promise to this brotherhood, and celebrate with the most amazing and genuine boy I've ever known...and I'll do it tobacco free.

Whew...that was a lot...feels good.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: rothstein57 on April 16, 2014, 03:14:00 AM
Quote from: Amrmaya2
Day 64...

Today is my son's 9th birthday. His first birthday that I will not have a dip in my mouth...then rush to take it out so I can stuff cake in my face...then rush to get another dip in my mouth...you get the point.

Some know that I stopped drinking 3378 days ago, that decision was complicated and difficult, but I know I was nowhere near capable of facing that addiction without the deep soul searching I did before this incredible boy entered my life.

Now I am wrapping up day 64 of freedom from tobacco. I never hid my tobacco use from my kids...I wasn't a ninja dipper...I let that shit define a portion of me. Never again. I quit for me, and me alone...but it would be foolish if me to not realize that quitting is the best gift my son will, hopefully, never know he received.

Like many of us, I live and breathe for my wife and kids...my wife continually tells me how proud she is of my quit. This amazing woman even understood when I explained that this quit is for me...she got it....and thanked me for loving them so much.

The suck sucked. The craves suck. The irritability sucks...but nothing beats the immense pride I feel in making it this far...odaat. I'll confess to sort of enjoying the random nic rage...

So this is a wordy way of saying thanks to all on this site who've been there for me so far and who will be there for me going forward. I'm not going anywhere. I will wake up tomorrow, make my promise to this brotherhood, and celebrate with the most amazing and genuine boy I've ever known...and I'll do it tobacco free.

Whew...that was a lot...feels good.
Great post man. We're all quit with you ODAAT.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Its_Got2Happen on April 16, 2014, 05:27:00 AM
Quote from: rothstein57
Quote from: Amrmaya2
Day 64...

Today is my son's 9th birthday. His first birthday that I will not have a dip in my mouth...then rush to take it out so I can stuff cake in my face...then rush to get another dip in my mouth...you get the point.

Some know that I stopped drinking 3378 days ago, that decision was complicated and difficult, but I know I was nowhere near capable of facing that addiction without the deep soul searching I did before this incredible boy entered my life.

Now I am wrapping up day 64 of freedom from tobacco. I never hid my tobacco use from my kids...I wasn't a ninja dipper...I let that shit define a portion of me. Never again. I quit for me, and me alone...but it would be foolish if me to not realize that quitting is the best gift my son will, hopefully, never know he received.

Like many of us, I live and breathe for my wife and kids...my wife continually tells me how proud she is of my quit. This amazing woman even understood when I explained that this quit is for me...she got it....and thanked me for loving them so much.

The suck sucked. The craves suck. The irritability sucks...but nothing beats the immense pride I feel in making it this far...odaat. I'll confess to sort of enjoying the random nic rage...

So this is a wordy way of saying thanks to all on this site who've been there for me so far and who will be there for me going forward. I'm not going anywhere. I will wake up tomorrow, make my promise to this brotherhood, and celebrate with the most amazing and genuine boy I've ever known...and I'll do it tobacco free.

Whew...that was a lot...feels good.
Great post man. We're all quit with you ODAAT.
Great post Phil and great work on the quit. Over 2 months without the poison. Your mind and body are begining to heal. And it just keeps getting better. It is good to see you update this intro. Dig in man, build that house of quit. This thing is all about accountability.

Happy birthday to your son. I have boys around the same age. My oldest boy turned 9 the month I hit HOF. He knew all about my struggle with dip. He watched me swear to quit dozens of times, only to fail a week later. I will never forget him telling me that he was proud of me. I was stunned and convicted. My 9 year old was "proud of me". Wow, what does one do with that. Well I tucked it away in my heart and used it as motivation to never give up, and never succumb to the addiction.

It is now my mission to do everything in my power to protect my kids from addiction. I will never stop talking about it. I will never stop showing them pictures of what it can lead to.

Quit with you today. Keep it up.

Ryan
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Grizzlyhasclaws on April 16, 2014, 09:24:00 AM
Quote from: Its_Got2Happen
Quote from: rothstein57
Quote from: Amrmaya2
Day 64...

Today is my son's 9th birthday. His first birthday that I will not have a dip in my mouth...then rush to take it out so I can stuff cake in my face...then rush to get another dip in my mouth...you get the point.

Some know that I stopped drinking 3378 days ago, that decision was complicated and difficult, but I know I was nowhere near capable of facing that addiction without the deep soul searching I did before this incredible boy entered my life.

Now I am wrapping up day 64 of freedom from tobacco. I never hid my tobacco use from my kids...I wasn't a ninja dipper...I let that shit define a portion of me. Never again. I quit for me, and me alone...but it would be foolish if me to not realize that quitting is the best gift my son will, hopefully, never know he received.

Like many of us, I live and breathe for my wife and kids...my wife continually tells me how proud she is of my quit. This amazing woman even understood when I explained that this quit is for me...she got it....and thanked me for loving them so much.

The suck sucked. The craves suck. The irritability sucks...but nothing beats the immense pride I feel in making it this far...odaat. I'll confess to sort of enjoying the random nic rage...

So this is a wordy way of saying thanks to all on this site who've been there for me so far and who will be there for me going forward. I'm not going anywhere. I will wake up tomorrow, make my promise to this brotherhood, and celebrate with the most amazing and genuine boy I've ever known...and I'll do it tobacco free.

Whew...that was a lot...feels good.
Great post man. We're all quit with you ODAAT.
Great post Phil and great work on the quit. Over 2 months without the poison. Your mind and body are begining to heal. And it just keeps getting better. It is good to see you update this intro. Dig in man, build that house of quit. This thing is all about accountability.

Happy birthday to your son. I have boys around the same age. My oldest boy turned 9 the month I hit HOF. He knew all about my struggle with dip. He watched me swear to quit dozens of times, only to fail a week later. I will never forget him telling me that he was proud of me. I was stunned and convicted. My 9 year old was "proud of me". Wow, what does one do with that. Well I tucked it away in my heart and used it as motivation to never give up, and never succumb to the addiction.

It is now my mission to do everything in my power to protect my kids from addiction. I will never stop talking about it. I will never stop showing them pictures of what it can lead to.

Quit with you today. Keep it up.

Ryan
Hey I hear you on enjoying the random nic rage. It makes you feel alive.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Amrmaya2 on April 22, 2014, 11:37:00 PM
day 71...

Staying quit...been dealing with nagging craves the past week or so...nothing unbearable, to be sure, more annoying than anything else. I've found myself drawing closer to the site. Over the course of the next few weeks, will begin seeing my quit brothers from May start entering the hall...amazing stuff.

QLFEDD...not the James Gordon way...
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Doc Chewfree on April 24, 2014, 12:51:00 PM
Quote from: Amrmaya2
day 71...

Staying quit...been dealing with nagging craves the past week or so...nothing unbearable, to be sure, more annoying than anything else. I've found myself drawing closer to the site. Over the course of the next few weeks, will begin seeing my quit brothers from May start entering the hall...amazing stuff.

QLFEDD...not the James Gordon way...
Way to be a stud quitter, Bro!
Proud to be experiencing all of these nic-free firsts with you. 5.0714285 ISG is freaking awesome!
I'll save you a seat in HOG!
QLFEDD with you! (and James Gordon if he's for real)
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Amrmaya2 on April 28, 2014, 11:46:00 PM
Day 77-

First trip to the dentist tomorrow since I quit. I'm not terrified for the first time, but I do have a general uneasiness...suppose that's a conditioned response. I know that I'm not desperately looking for a reason to cancel it...so some rewiring seems to have happened.

Fuck tobacco. Fuck addiction.

That is all...622
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Grady on April 29, 2014, 07:37:00 AM
Quote from: Amrmaya2
Day 77-

First trip to the dentist tomorrow since I quit. I'm not terrified for the first time, but I do have a general uneasiness...suppose that's a conditioned response. I know that I'm not desperately looking for a reason to cancel it...so some rewiring seems to have happened.

Fuck tobacco. Fuck addiction.

That is all...622
A, day 77 is awesome, keep the quit! Isn't it funny how when you went to the dentist before you actually tried hiding the fact that you chewed? Well, in my case anyways. My dentist is an enabler. He'll say to me, you'll be fine just move it around.

Be proud man, walk in the joint like you own it and tell the hygienist, I QUIT.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Minny on April 29, 2014, 07:44:00 AM
I just read your entire intro and just wanted to say that there is some great quit going on here. Stay close to KTC and keep your guard up. Regarding the visit with the dentist: be honest and have them be thorough. Enjoy the feeling when you get a clean bill of health.

+1
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Amrmaya2 on April 29, 2014, 01:34:00 PM
Quote from: Minny
I just read your entire intro and just wanted to say that there is some great quit going on here. Stay close to KTC and keep your guard up. Regarding the visit with the dentist: be honest and have them be thorough. Enjoy the feeling when you get a clean bill of health.

+1
Thanks Minny...for the kind words and the avatar!

Heading to dentist shortly...
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Doc Chewfree on April 29, 2014, 03:04:00 PM
Quote from: Amrmaya2
Quote from: Minny
I just read your entire intro and just wanted to say that there is some great quit going on here. Stay close to KTC and keep your guard up. Regarding the visit with the dentist: be honest and have them be thorough. Enjoy the feeling when you get a clean bill of health.

+1
Thanks Minny...for the kind words and the avatar!

Heading to dentist shortly...
May the Gordon be with you as you head on your journey through dental hygiene.
Doc622
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Amrmaya2 on April 29, 2014, 03:18:00 PM
All clear at the dentist!!!

Absolutely blown away by how much healing has occurred in the past 78 days.

NAFAR!!!!

622 bitches...622.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Knockout on May 21, 2014, 03:14:00 AM
One absolute badass quitter here. Welcome to the triple digit HOF buddy!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Grizzlyhasclaws on May 21, 2014, 03:16:00 AM
Quote from: Knockout
One absolute badass quitter here. Welcome to the triple digit HOF buddy!
Congrats!! Awesome quit! Keep it up brother.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: rothstein57 on May 21, 2014, 03:48:00 AM
Quote from: grizzlyhasclaws
Quote from: Knockout
One absolute badass quitter here. Welcome to the triple digit HOF buddy!
Congrats!! Awesome quit! Keep it up brother.
Way to go on 100 brother! Quit with you every day!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Done4Me on May 21, 2014, 07:05:00 AM
Quote from: rothstein57
Quote from: grizzlyhasclaws
Quote from: Knockout
One absolute badass quitter here. Welcome to the triple digit HOF buddy!
Congrats!! Awesome quit! Keep it up brother.
Way to go on 100 brother! Quit with you every day!
Congrats on 100. Good intro, good quit, lots of +1s.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Grady on May 21, 2014, 08:14:00 AM
'clap' A, congrats to you on the milestone. Don't let up, keep the quit man.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Doc Chewfree on May 21, 2014, 09:43:00 AM
Quote from: Done4Me
Quote from: rothstein57
Quote from: grizzlyhasclaws
Quote from: Knockout
One absolute badass quitter here. Welcome to the triple digit HOF buddy!
Congrats!! Awesome quit! Keep it up brother.
Way to go on 100 brother! Quit with you every day!
Congrats on 100. Good intro, good quit, lots of +1s.
Good job, Phil! Welcome to the HOF.
Now, on to 200 ODAAT!
622!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: JayDubya on May 21, 2014, 10:32:00 AM
Quote from: Doc
Quote from: Done4Me
Quote from: rothstein57
Quote from: grizzlyhasclaws
Quote from: Knockout
One absolute badass quitter here. Welcome to the triple digit HOF buddy!
Congrats!! Awesome quit! Keep it up brother.
Way to go on 100 brother! Quit with you every day!
Congrats on 100. Good intro, good quit, lots of +1s.
Good job, Phil! Welcome to the HOF.
Now, on to 200 ODAAT!
622!
Im really proud of you, Friend!! Way to represent KTC style!!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: brettlees on May 21, 2014, 10:35:00 AM
Quote from: JayDubya
Quote from: Doc
Quote from: Done4Me
Quote from: rothstein57
Quote from: grizzlyhasclaws
Quote from: Knockout
One absolute badass quitter here. Welcome to the triple digit HOF buddy!
Congrats!! Awesome quit! Keep it up brother.
Way to go on 100 brother! Quit with you every day!
Congrats on 100. Good intro, good quit, lots of +1s.
Good job, Phil! Welcome to the HOF.
Now, on to 200 ODAAT!
622!
Im really proud of you, Friend!! Way to represent KTC style!!
Nice work! Keep it up, you're doing great!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: slinger on May 21, 2014, 10:39:00 AM
Quote from: brettlees
Quote from: JayDubya
Quote from: Doc
Quote from: Done4Me
Quote from: rothstein57
Quote from: grizzlyhasclaws
Quote from: Knockout
One absolute badass quitter here. Welcome to the triple digit HOF buddy!
Congrats!! Awesome quit! Keep it up brother.
Way to go on 100 brother! Quit with you every day!
Congrats on 100. Good intro, good quit, lots of +1s.
Good job, Phil! Welcome to the HOF.
Now, on to 200 ODAAT!
622!
Im really proud of you, Friend!! Way to represent KTC style!!
Nice work! Keep it up, you're doing great!
Congrats on the HOF! Well done.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: MN_Ben on May 21, 2014, 10:40:00 AM
Quote from: brettlees
Quote from: JayDubya
Quote from: Doc
Quote from: Done4Me
Quote from: rothstein57
Quote from: grizzlyhasclaws
Quote from: Knockout
One absolute badass quitter here. Welcome to the triple digit HOF buddy!
Congrats!! Awesome quit! Keep it up brother.
Way to go on 100 brother! Quit with you every day!
Congrats on 100. Good intro, good quit, lots of +1s.
Good job, Phil! Welcome to the HOF.
Now, on to 200 ODAAT!
622!
Im really proud of you, Friend!! Way to represent KTC style!!
Nice work! Keep it up, you're doing great!
Congrats bud... What a great day, I hope you feel proud about what you've accomplished here
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: loot on May 21, 2014, 10:41:00 AM
*LOOT stumbles down the steps from whatever floor he is on these days, makes a pass through the 2nd floor corridors to kick JDubya and tell him and his boys to clean their shit up, heads down another set of stairs, and opens the door to the HOF for his friend*

Well done AmAMayan...well done. You've met the first goal. You get to hang out with the kewl kids.

Now, do us both a favor and set yourself a new goal. A man with no obtainable goal roams aimlessly through life. Roaming aimlessly will get your ass killed. So..maybe let's set our sights on 200? Commit to post Roll with your group, to your group, for the next 100 days. You know what posting Roll Call daily and honoring your word gets you. Go read Aggies intro if you need a refresher on what happens when you don't make that daily commitment.

100 is awesome...but your an addict. Your addiction still has some work to do on you. You are not out of the woods by any stretch. There is nothing magical about 100. You are not cured. In fact, you will never be cured. 100 is a nice number that once reached, should arm you with some tools. Tools you've acquired to help you manage life as a recovering addict. You know how to make the right choices and you should be armed with enough contacts here that will help you when you know the right choice, but your addiction is getting the better of you. Don't be ashamed to make that call. Reach out...get that help. None of us can do this alone. We've got to help each other over the rough spots.

Funks come in fairly predictable patterns. Your next one will likely hit around 125. Then 250. Then 400. Then 700. Be ready. Get your mind right. Use the lulls in the storm to rest. Rest for the fight you know is going to hit you when you least expect it. Your demons know when you are cruising and they will jump all over your ass in an attempt to get you back to an "active" addict. You combat that by never being complacent in your cleanliness. Complacency is death. You combat that with daily Roll Call.

LOOT hopes you have a great day. Celebrate with vigor. Indulge yourself. Try not to dwell on the fact you are an addict. Then, tomorrow, put your fucking head down and get back to the daily grind of clean.

We've talked about the dual quits of alcohol and nicotine in private. We've done both. We agree nicotine is by far the more difficult to quit. That is another reason why today is special. You've done what 99% of nicotine addicts only wish they could do. Be proud friend. Be proud.

LOOT will quit with you today.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Thumblewort on May 21, 2014, 11:21:00 AM
Gratz on the hundo!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Mthomas3824 on May 21, 2014, 11:54:00 AM
Quote from: loot
*LOOT stumbles down the steps from whatever floor he is on these days, makes a pass through the 2nd floor corridors to kick JDubya and tell him and his boys to clean their shit up, heads down another set of stairs, and opens the door to the HOF for his friend*

Well done AmAMayan...well done. You've met the first goal. You get to hang out with the kewl kids.

Now, do us both a favor and set yourself a new goal. A man with no obtainable goal roams aimlessly through life. Roaming aimlessly will get your ass killed. So..maybe let's set our sights on 200? Commit to post Roll with your group, to your group, for the next 100 days. You know what posting Roll Call daily and honoring your word gets you. Go read Aggies intro if you need a refresher on what happens when you don't make that daily commitment.

100 is awesome...but your an addict. Your addiction still has some work to do on you. You are not out of the woods by any stretch. There is nothing magical about 100. You are not cured. In fact, you will never be cured. 100 is a nice number that once reached, should arm you with some tools. Tools you've acquired to help you manage life as a recovering addict. You know how to make the right choices and you should be armed with enough contacts here that will help you when you know the right choice, but your addiction is getting the better of you. Don't be ashamed to make that call. Reach out...get that help. None of us can do this alone. We've got to help each other over the rough spots.

Funks come in fairly predictable patterns. Your next one will likely hit around 125. Then 250. Then 400. Then 700. Be ready. Get your mind right. Use the lulls in the storm to rest. Rest for the fight you know is going to hit you when you least expect it. Your demons know when you are cruising and they will jump all over your ass in an attempt to get you back to an "active" addict. You combat that by never being complacent in your cleanliness. Complacency is death. You combat that with daily Roll Call.

LOOT hopes you have a great day. Celebrate with vigor. Indulge yourself. Try not to dwell on the fact you are an addict. Then, tomorrow, put your fucking head down and get back to the daily grind of clean.

We've talked about the dual quits of alcohol and nicotine in private. We've done both. We agree nicotine is by far the more difficult to quit. That is another reason why today is special. You've done what 99% of nicotine addicts only wish they could do. Be proud friend. Be proud.

LOOT will quit with you today.
^^^^^^^That's a good read for me today^^^^^^^^^
Everyone should take the time to read Loot's post.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: AppleJack on May 21, 2014, 12:34:00 PM
Quote from: loot
*LOOT stumbles down the steps from whatever floor he is on these days, makes a pass through the 2nd floor corridors to kick JDubya and tell him and his boys to clean their shit up, heads down another set of stairs, and opens the door to the HOF for his friend*

Well done AmAMayan...well done. You've met the first goal. You get to hang out with the kewl kids.

Now, do us both a favor and set yourself a new goal. A man with no obtainable goal roams aimlessly through life. Roaming aimlessly will get your ass killed. So..maybe let's set our sights on 200? Commit to post Roll with your group, to your group, for the next 100 days. You know what posting Roll Call daily and honoring your word gets you. Go read Aggies intro if you need a refresher on what happens when you don't make that daily commitment.

100 is awesome...but your an addict. Your addiction still has some work to do on you. You are not out of the woods by any stretch. There is nothing magical about 100. You are not cured. In fact, you will never be cured. 100 is a nice number that once reached, should arm you with some tools. Tools you've acquired to help you manage life as a recovering addict. You know how to make the right choices and you should be armed with enough contacts here that will help you when you know the right choice, but your addiction is getting the better of you. Don't be ashamed to make that call. Reach out...get that help. None of us can do this alone. We've got to help each other over the rough spots.

Funks come in fairly predictable patterns. Your next one will likely hit around 125. Then 250. Then 400. Then 700. Be ready. Get your mind right. Use the lulls in the storm to rest. Rest for the fight you know is going to hit you when you least expect it. Your demons know when you are cruising and they will jump all over your ass in an attempt to get you back to an "active" addict. You combat that by never being complacent in your cleanliness. Complacency is death. You combat that with daily Roll Call.

LOOT hopes you have a great day. Celebrate with vigor. Indulge yourself. Try not to dwell on the fact you are an addict. Then, tomorrow, put your fucking head down and get back to the daily grind of clean.

We've talked about the dual quits of alcohol and nicotine in private. We've done both. We agree nicotine is by far the more difficult to quit. That is another reason why today is special. You've done what 99% of nicotine addicts only wish they could do. Be proud friend. Be proud.

LOOT will quit with you today.
Well done brudda... well done.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Spence249 on May 21, 2014, 12:44:00 PM
Well done AmAMayan. The more I hang out in the chat room, sharing thoughts with like-minded individuals, the more I am convinced I found the right place for me to quit. Quitters like you help more than you know. Thank you, and congrats.

p.s. MN Ben said that in reaching the HOF, you are going to receive a personalized "sample" trophy! Good luck with that.

Spence
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Amrmaya2 on May 21, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
Thanks a ton folks...means a lot. Today has been a good one. Tomorrow, we all continue the fight together.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: loot on June 16, 2014, 07:55:00 PM
OK AmAMayan. ..you should be around 125 or so....tell us about that funk.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: slug.go on August 29, 2014, 10:30:00 AM
Officially 200 today! Great job!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: worktowin on August 30, 2014, 08:07:00 AM
Quote from: slug.go
Officially 200 today! Great job!
200 is sweet. Nice job amrmaya2!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: jbradley on August 30, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Quote from: worktowin
Quote from: slug.go
Officially 200 today! Great job!
200 is sweet. Nice job amrmaya2!
Congrats 200 is awesome
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Its_Got2Happen on August 31, 2014, 07:40:00 AM
Quote from: jbradley
Quote from: worktowin
Quote from: slug.go
Officially 200 today! Great job!
200 is sweet. Nice job amrmaya2!
Congrats 200 is awesome
Nice work man. Never again for any reason. Keep cruising.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Doc Chewfree on August 31, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Quote from: Its_Got2Happen
Quote from: jbradley
Quote from: worktowin
Quote from: slug.go
Officially 200 today! Great job!
200 is sweet. Nice job amrmaya2!
Congrats 200 is awesome
Nice work man. Never again for any reason. Keep cruising.
Bad ass, brother! Glad you got to enjoy the day twice :)
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: MN_Ben on September 02, 2014, 01:50:00 AM
Quote from: Doc
Quote from: Its_Got2Happen
Quote from: jbradley
Quote from: worktowin
Quote from: slug.go
Officially 200 today! Great job!
200 is sweet. Nice job amrmaya2!
Congrats 200 is awesome
Nice work man. Never again for any reason. Keep cruising.
Bad ass, brother! Glad you got to enjoy the day twice :)
Congrats bud.. very nice work.
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Doc Chewfree on December 07, 2014, 10:30:00 AM
Nice 3 hundy! Keep up the good work. Proud to quit with you EDD. 'oh yeah'
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: slug.go on December 07, 2014, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Doc
Nice 3 hundy! Keep up the good work. Proud to quit with you EDD. 'oh yeah'
FANTASTIC!!!! 'oh yeah' 'oh yeah'
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: worktowin on December 07, 2014, 12:19:00 PM
Quote from: slug.go
Quote from: Doc
Nice 3 hundy! Keep up the good work. Proud to quit with you EDD. 'oh yeah'
FANTASTIC!!!! 'oh yeah' 'oh yeah'
Congratulations you Michigan bad ass! Enjoy this huge milestone!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: jbradley on December 07, 2014, 01:56:00 PM
Quote from: worktowin
Quote from: slug.go
Quote from: Doc
Nice 3 hundy! Keep up the good work. Proud to quit with you EDD. 'oh yeah'
FANTASTIC!!!! 'oh yeah' 'oh yeah'
Congratulations you Michigan bad ass! Enjoy this huge milestone!
Congrats, 300 is awesome!
Title: Re: Now is the time
Post by: Its_Got2Happen on December 07, 2014, 03:17:00 PM
Quote from: jbradley
Quote from: worktowin
Quote from: slug.go
Quote from: Doc
Nice 3 hundy! Keep up the good work. Proud to quit with you EDD. 'oh yeah'
FANTASTIC!!!! 'oh yeah' 'oh yeah'
Congratulations you Michigan bad ass! Enjoy this huge milestone!
Congrats, 300 is awesome!
Congrats Phil. Keep killing it