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Community => Introductions => Topic started by: Grandpa on September 19, 2018, 07:18:06 PM
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https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/qs_xtreme/don-39-t-need-no-stinking-spit-cup-t11282.html
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I wanted to preserve my intro on the new site before the old one goes down in flames so I was able to post a link. Regardless, software or no software, I am still quit and intend to be tomorrow as well.
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I have been done with snuff for 45 days as of today. After 33 years of using from the time I awoke until time to sleep. I was addicted to Skoal Straight and most of those 33 years I just swallowed so I was not burdened with finding and hiding a spit cup.
A can lasted between 5 and 6 days, but unless I was eating, I had a pinch between cheek and gum all day. I did my best to keep it in the closet, but was caught on occasion. From the stories I have read on this site, you all know what I am talking about.
I finally got the backbone to make a dentist appointment for this coming Wednesday. I am terrified the dentist will discover cancer. After 33 years of using it will be only by the grace of God that I am clean and healthy. If I get past the cancer test I will need extensive dental work on loose teeth and messed up gums. This will be my 1st trip to the dentist since 1988, so you can imagine the mess I have.
I deeply appreciate what I have learned from this site that has helped me quit.
I would also appreciate that those members who pray, pray for a clean bill of health at my dental torture.
Quitting again today with everyone here.
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I have been done with snuff for 45 days as of today. After 33 years of using from the time I awoke until time to sleep. I was addicted to Skoal Straight and most of those 33 years I just swallowed so I was not burdened with finding and hiding a spit cup.
A can lasted between 5 and 6 days, but unless I was eating, I had a pinch between cheek and gum all day. I did my best to keep it in the closet, but was caught on occasion. From the stories I have read on this site, you all know what I am talking about.
I finally got the backbone to make a dentist appointment for this coming Wednesday. I am terrified the dentist will discover cancer. After 33 years of using it will be only by the grace of God that I am clean and healthy. If I get past the cancer test I will need extensive dental work on loose teeth and messed up gums. This will be my 1st trip to the dentist since 1988, so you can imagine the mess I have.
I deeply appreciate what I have learned from this site that has helped me quit.
I would also appreciate that those members who pray, pray for a clean bill of health at my dental torture.
Quitting again today with everyone here.
Welcome to KTC Grandpa. Like you, I dipped for 38 years or so, whenever I was awake. A can lasted me about 5 days, so we are about the same in that regard. Oh, and I didn't spit either. Tough guys, we are, haha.
Unlike you, I went to the dentist twice a year to get my teeth cleaned. I was told to floss once a day if I wanted to keep my natural teeth past 40. I did, and I have. It's never too late to start the habit of flossing, even if you only have one tooth left. Save it.
I wish you the best news at your dentist appointment. The fact that I dipped in a similar manner to you, and don't have cancer, should ease your mind a bit. Keep in mind, no matter what you find at the dentist, that you are now quit, and should stay that way. You've done a great job posting roll early and every day since you been here. Reach out to others in your group. Get their phone numbers and shoot them a text from time to time. It may sound strange, but texting others really helps you stay quit.
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I have been done with snuff for 45 days as of today. After 33 years of using from the time I awoke until time to sleep. I was addicted to Skoal Straight and most of those 33 years I just swallowed so I was not burdened with finding and hiding a spit cup.
A can lasted between 5 and 6 days, but unless I was eating, I had a pinch between cheek and gum all day. I did my best to keep it in the closet, but was caught on occasion. From the stories I have read on this site, you all know what I am talking about.
I finally got the backbone to make a dentist appointment for this coming Wednesday. I am terrified the dentist will discover cancer. After 33 years of using it will be only by the grace of God that I am clean and healthy. If I get past the cancer test I will need extensive dental work on loose teeth and messed up gums. This will be my 1st trip to the dentist since 1988, so you can imagine the mess I have.
I deeply appreciate what I have learned from this site that has helped me quit.
I would also appreciate that those members who pray, pray for a clean bill of health at my dental torture.
Quitting again today with everyone here.
Welcome to KTC Grandpa. Like you, I dipped for 38 years or so, whenever I was awake. A can lasted me about 5 days, so we are about the same in that regard. Oh, and I didn't spit either. Tough guys, we are, haha.
Unlike you, I went to the dentist twice a year to get my teeth cleaned. I was told to floss once a day if I wanted to keep my natural teeth past 40. I did, and I have. It's never too late to start the habit of flossing, even if you only have one tooth left. Save it.
I wish you the best news at your dentist appointment. The fact that I dipped in a similar manner to you, and don't have cancer, should ease your mind a bit. Keep in mind, no matter what you find at the dentist, that you are now quit, and should stay that way. You've done a great job posting roll early and every day since you been here. Reach out to others in your group. Get their phone numbers and shoot them a text from time to time. It may sound strange, but texting others really helps you stay quit.
^^ solid advice there. Get active and post roll and when you think of chewing remember the fear of going to dentist.
Your body will heal each day forward, post roll, never go back!
Idaho
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I have zero temptation to use anything with nicotine in it at this point. The self disgust toward what I have done to myself over the years has remained strong and vivid for 46 days.
On the other hand, I have been using Smokey Mountain straight as a crutch. I really like it and I suspect it is my new addiction.
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Welcome to September Gramps! Glad to have you and quit with you today!
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I have zero temptation to use anything with nicotine in it at this point. The self disgust toward what I have done to myself over the years has remained strong and vivid for 46 days.
On the other hand, I have been using Smokey Mountain straight as a crutch. I really like it and I suspect it is my new addiction.
Use whatever it takes to keep that shit out of your mouth. I used SM pretty heavily in my first 100-150 days. I am at 334 today and I do have two cans sitting on my dresser that I have no clue when I bought. I do chew gum from time to time and I like atomic fireballs but I am pretty much dome with SM.
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I have zero temptation to use anything with nicotine in it at this point. The self disgust toward what I have done to myself over the years has remained strong and vivid for 46 days.
On the other hand, I have been using Smokey Mountain straight as a crutch. I really like it and I suspect it is my new addiction.
Use whatever it takes to keep that shit out of your mouth. I used SM pretty heavily in my first 100-150 days. I am at 334 today and I do have two cans sitting on my dresser that I have no clue when I bought. I do chew gum from time to time and I like atomic fireballs but I am pretty much dome with SM.
Welcome Grandpa. I take it that you are "seasoned" like myself. I used for 32+ years, and am sitting here at day 836 quit as fuck ... and proud of it. Embrace that self-disgust, as it will take you to freedom, adding a finality to this quit. That's what you need.
As far as fake ... I used Jerky Chew for 430 days. It was and remains a fantastic tool, especially in the beginning. I held onto it like a 5 year-old holding a pacifier ... more out of habit than anything. Now I'm free from that too. That being said, I will always recommend fake when times get hard in the beginning of a quit.
Keep yourself engaged on this site, and keep kicking ass. Every day is another victory. Enjoy your freedom, tell EVERYONE that you are quit. Make yourself accountable to every last soul you know. Just more tools in the shed. Congrats on taking control back in your life!
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Day 46 has turned out quite remarkable. The dentist office called this morning saying they had a canceltion would I be able to come in today instead of tomorrow. Thinking I might as well get it over with I told them I would be there.
The good news is the dentist saw nothing he was suspicious of concerning cancer. What a huge relief! Thank you God in heaven!
The bad news is I will probably need a full mouth of implants with in the next 12 months. A painful, expensive price to pay for neglect and addiction, but it could be worse.
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Day 46 has turned out quite remarkable. The dentist office called this morning saying they had a canceltion would I be able to come in today instead of tomorrow. Thinking I might as well get it over with I told them I would be there.
The good news is the dentist saw nothing he was suspicious of concerning cancer. What a huge relief! Thank you God in heaven!
The bad news is I will probably need a full mouth of implants with in the next 12 months. A painful, expensive price to pay for neglect and addiction, but it could be worse.
Great news and after a while having the dentist looking in your mouth will be a good comfort.
ODAAT!
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Spuds:
I cannot foresee the day that I will look forward to going to the dentist. Although I have to admit it went far better than expected. The clean bill of health was great. The hot hygienist with the great hands was also a treat ( I am old but not dead yet).
Strange story- when I had my heart attack, the cardiologist that saw me in the ER asked if I smoked. I told him I used snuff. His response, "so does my partner". I cannot say I used that for justification to continue using for another year and a half, it certainly was not motivation to stop. Just crazy!
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Smeds:
I am seasoned alright. Mid 60's and counting.
I have not tried jerky chew. Is it real salty?
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KillTheCamel,
Your quit is 6 great days ahead of me. Don't ever let me pass you. I plan to quit every day chasing you.
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KillTheCamel,
Your quit is 6 great days ahead of me. Don't ever let me pass you. I plan to quit every day chasing you.
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WildIrish,
Thank you for your good wishes.
You were much smarter about dental care than I. Cleanings always made me climb the walls. I also did not want to hear the scolding about using snuff. I found it easier to just chicken out.
I have as a result ruined my gums and bone. Implants are next unless I want to eat soup the rest of my life.
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The good news is it is never too late to be a quitter here at KTC. A piece of advice for you is to make sure you stay here at KTC. It might seem trivial but this is the place that keeps you (me) quit. For me, just two days ago the Nic bitch was calling me hard. I think I chewed 7 pieces of gum that day. Yesterday and today, I've been good, never even thought about a dip to be honest. But two days ago was crazy and this is after 980 days of being quit. She is a sneaking little bitch and that is why I stay here at KTC. Welcome to the asylum and glad you got clean bill of health!
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WildIrish,
Thank you for your good wishes.
You were much smarter about dental care than I. Cleanings always made me climb the walls. I also did not want to hear the scolding about using snuff. I found it easier to just chicken out.
I have as a result ruined my gums and bone. Implants are next unless I want to eat soup the rest of my life.
Grandpa, 38 year dipper here. No cavities at 52. Brushed and flossed daily. Dentists every six months. Can a day man. Dentist didn't know I dipped for years. I do have receding gums that my dentist said are fine but if I would have continued I would have had some major work done on them. I had a heart attack at age 49 , doctor says pretty damn sure it was nic related. I continued dipping 1.5 years after with a stent in before I was finally fortunate enough to find Ktc! Thank God! 577 days later its still and always will be ODAAT! I quit with you!
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WildIrish,
Thank you for your good wishes.
You were much smarter about dental care than I. Cleanings always made me climb the walls. I also did not want to hear the scolding about using snuff. I found it easier to just chicken out.
I have as a result ruined my gums and bone. Implants are next unless I want to eat soup the rest of my life.
Grandpa, 38 year dipper here. No cavities at 52. Brushed and flossed daily. Dentists every six months. Can a day man. Dentist didn't know I dipped for years. I do have receding gums that my dentist said are fine but if I would have continued I would have had some major work done on them. I had a heart attack at age 49 , doctor says pretty damn sure it was nic related. I continued dipping 1.5 years after with a stent in before I was finally fortunate enough to find Ktc! Thank God! 577 days later its still and always will be ODAAT! I quit with you!
Grandpa... Grab a hold of pab...
He Sir... is better than a 4 wheel dive!
Work on your quit hard.
You dont need it.... Or a substitute.
Be Still..
Breath.
Stay focused on the Truth.
Truth sets us free.
The old body is dead.
No place to go back too.
Experience the New ODAAT.
And if you get Stuck in the Mud...
Text Pab.
I quit with you today.
Rawls 616
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Smeds:
I am seasoned alright. Mid 60's and counting.
I have not tried jerky chew. Is it real salty?
It's not that bad sodium-wise. Kinda sweet. Main reason I tried it is because I wanted to get as far away from anything that looked like chew. Plus, I could gut it ...
Your mileage may vary.
Keep piling those quit days bro, every day it gets better.
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I have reached day 50, and can honestly say that I have had no real temptations to use tobacco again. The tales of success and failure here have been truly motivational.
Physically, so far it seems my toes are warmer. I assume that means my circulation is improving. I am disappointed that my blood pressure has not show any improvement. Again, I question how much physical recovery is possible at my age.
The message to the you men and women coming here is: quit now and stay quit. Do not be like me, mid 60's, health issues, teeth falling out before you finally quit for good. Quit now while you have a lot of life ahead of you.
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I have reached day 50, and can honestly say that I have had no real temptations to use tobacco again. The tales of success and failure here have been truly motivational.
Physically, so far it seems my toes are warmer. I assume that means my circulation is improving. I am disappointed that my blood pressure has not show any improvement. Again, I question how much physical recovery is possible at my age.
The message to the you men and women coming here is: quit now and stay quit. Do not be like me, mid 60's, health issues, teeth falling out before you finally quit for good. Quit now while you have a lot of life ahead of you.
Hey gramps give it time, your blood pressure that is. It will go down. Took me a good 6 months or Better. You're doing great and damn proud of you! Quit on!
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I have reached day 50, and can honestly say that I have had no real temptations to use tobacco again. The tales of success and failure here have been truly motivational.
Physically, so far it seems my toes are warmer. I assume that means my circulation is improving. I am disappointed that my blood pressure has not show any improvement. Again, I question how much physical recovery is possible at my age.
The message to the you men and women coming here is: quit now and stay quit. Do not be like me, mid 60's, health issues, teeth falling out before you finally quit for good. Quit now while you have a lot of life ahead of you.
Hey gramps give it time, your blood pressure that is. It will go down. Took me a good 6 months or Better. You're doing great and damn proud of you! Quit on!
Agree... Time heals.
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I am in 65 days quit, but today was one of my worst. I did not sleep well last night, my digestive track is angry, and close to the worst fog of any day during this quit. For now I am assuming it is my addiction trying to show me who is boss again. I have been cruising along so far and was not expecting this.
The good news is that I have zero temptation to use snuff.
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I am in 65 days quit, but today was one of my worst. I did not sleep well last night, my digestive track is angry, and close to the worst fog of any day during this quit. For now I am assuming it is my addiction trying to show me who is boss again. I have been cruising along so far and was not expecting this.
The good news is that I have zero temptation to use snuff.
The roller coaster has many more ups and downs in store for you Grandpa, but the intensity starts to mellow out. I had one of my worst funks a couple weeks ago as I was approaching day 400. We aren't ever cured. Just keep pushing through ODAAT and the general trend will continue upward.
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I am in 65 days quit, but today was one of my worst. I did not sleep well last night, my digestive track is angry, and close to the worst fog of any day during this quit. For now I am assuming it is my addiction trying to show me who is boss again. I have been cruising along so far and was not expecting this.
The good news is that I have zero temptation to use snuff.
The roller coaster has many more ups and downs in store for you Grandpa, but the intensity starts to mellow out. I had one of my worst funks a couple weeks ago as I was approaching day 400. We aren't ever cured. Just keep pushing through ODAAT and the general trend will continue upward.
Hey gramps deal with it. It's worth every thing you go through. 597 day's and had a craving today. You know what I did, I laughed it off and said not today bitch I'm on roll! Seriously it last maybe 15 seconds now and definitely a lot more days where I don't even think about it. I guess what I'm trying to say is there's no timetable for addicts but one damn things for sure, that names on the roll, you're never alone! Quit on!
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Tomorrow will be my day number 97. I will get to celebrate by have all of my teeth removed first thing in the morning. For me that will be 30 teeth (2 already have fallen out). No cavities, but nothing left for the teeth to anchor to. I can thank Skoal straight fo that.
I am not looking for sympathy (well, maybe a little), but throwing this out as a warning to anyone who maybe wondering if they need to quit, especially young users.
Continue to use and you will pay a price. The list of potential consequences has been well documented on this forum and tooth loss is one of the less dangerous ones.
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Congratulations on reaching HOF! What an awesome feat, proud to be quit with you!
Let's continue this thing EDD!!
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Congratulations on reaching HOF! What an awesome feat, proud to be quit with you!
Let's continue this thing EDD!!
Congrats on your 100 +++ days!
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Hope to be the first to congratulate you on one year. Proud to be quit with you today. -Dave
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Tomorrow will be my day number 97. I will get to celebrate by have all of my teeth removed first thing in the morning. For me that will be 30 teeth (2 already have fallen out). No cavities, but nothing left for the teeth to anchor to. I can thank Skoal straight fo that.
I am not looking for sympathy (well, maybe a little), but throwing this out as a warning to anyone who maybe wondering if they need to quit, especially young users.
Continue to use and you will pay a price. The list of potential consequences has been well documented on this forum and tooth loss is one of the less dangerous ones.
Thank you for sharing your story; inspirational. Congrats on one year Pa!
cowboy