Hi, My name is Brent and I am addicted to Nicotine. I started dipping 13 years ago, right when we were rolling into Iraq. Needless to say, nicotine became a really good friend keeping me up and focused during intense combat operations over multiple deployments to other combat zones. I always figured I would simply quit when I left the military, but found out that NEEDED nicotine to function. It focused me, calmed me, and generally became a crutch that I simply couldn't live without. It helped me write long papers as I pursued my two degrees. Ironically, I always rationalized that I was in control and could quit at anytime until I actually attempted it...three times. Fast forward and the stakes couldn't be higher. I am married to an amazing woman, and am a father of two beautiful girls (3 yrs and 6 mos). Once a friend that accompanied me into hell and back, Copenhagen/Nicotene has become an enemy that threatens to take the very best of life away from me. No, I don't have cancer, but I know that a day of reckoning always comes. So, here I am beginning Day 3. Up at 3 am because I can't sleep. I discovered this site and couldn't be more excited to join this community to walk this road with. I am excited to be rid of this "friend" and I know that with the support on this site, this time is different!