Rooter intro

[Athan]

Rooter, nice on the hundy my man. Enjoy the freedom you so selflessly sacrificed for!

[Athan]

Day 77. Got back to the states and holy crap didn’t realize how easy it was to quit while deployed. The “game” has changed back home. Stresses are different, opportunities are different, and everyone around me is using it seems. But with all of that, it’s realistically easy to quit... just one day, one hour, or in really bad times one minute at a time. Repeat as often as necessary.

Had an interesting thing happen at work... got in the work truck and there in the center cup holder was someoneÂ’s spitter. DidnÂ’t realize how sickining that really was until that moment when I had to take another persons uncapped spitter and throw it out.

You are so damn impressive! You have been through so much and are still quit! I love that I can be in this group with you! LetÂ’s keep rollin brother!!! You got this!!!

It is sobering in the extreme to view addiction from the outside. Having abused it ourselves, we have a perspective uniquely our own. I'm glad to see you've acquired it.

[Capital70]

Day 77. Got back to the states and holy crap didn’t realize how easy it was to quit while deployed. The “game” has changed back home. Stresses are different, opportunities are different, and everyone around me is using it seems. But with all of that, it’s realistically easy to quit... just one day, one hour, or in really bad times one minute at a time. Repeat as often as necessary.

Had an interesting thing happen at work... got in the work truck and there in the center cup holder was someoneÂ’s spitter. DidnÂ’t realize how sickining that really was until that moment when I had to take another persons uncapped spitter and throw it out.

You are so damn impressive! You have been through so much and are still quit! I love that I can be in this group with you! LetÂ’s keep rollin brother!!! You got this!!!

[Rooter]

Day 77. Got back to the states and holy crap didn’t realize how easy it was to quit while deployed. The “game” has changed back home. Stresses are different, opportunities are different, and everyone around me is using it seems. But with all of that, it’s realistically easy to quit... just one day, one hour, or in really bad times one minute at a time. Repeat as often as necessary.

Had an interesting thing happen at work... got in the work truck and there in the center cup holder was someoneÂ’s spitter. DidnÂ’t realize how sickining that really was until that moment when I had to take another persons uncapped spitter and throw it out.

[Athan]

It's been Monday all week for me Rooter. A scant 200 days ago, were it not for this site and the MEN I roll with I'd be on my second tin today. Not gonna do it. Gonna reach for a brother not a can. Very looking forward to your safe return to give you a holler and roll with you!
Say, do you like pictures?

[Capital70]

Well soon I will be hitting the 50 day mark. Half way to the HOF. A milestone to be celebrated, I guess. As I sit here I wonder what am I supposed to feel? What is different about day 50 from day 1? What is gonna be different about day 100 from day 50? I am still an addict. I am not cured of anything. I still have to make that promise to not use nicotine one day at a time. I still need the accountability, maybe more so now than ever before. You see I am seeing folks fall off now. They think they are cured. They think that they have the addiction whipped. I know I donÂ’t. I know that if given the chance my brain would have me buying a tin of cancer and stuffing my lip. I know that cause I have been at this point before. I know what would happen. This time is different. This quit isnÂ’t about long term success, this quit is about today! TODAY I quit. I will be a man of my word and quit for today. And if God is willing I will be back tomorrow for another daily dose of quit!

So half way to the HOF and I have figured out that I need this site. I need the accountability. I need to read of others failures and successes. I need to see what thinking you are cured can do. I am not gonna celebrate, I am not gonna boast and brag. I am gonna post my daily promise to quit and go about my day. Facing the day for what it is, a gift and realizing that today is just another day in the life of an addict!

You are doing awesome! And like you I plan on being here for some time. We can plan on keeping each other accountable indefinitely! Congrats on the turn and letÂ’s finish this thing off! Call or text anytime!!

[Rooter]

Well soon I will be hitting the 50 day mark. Half way to the HOF. A milestone to be celebrated, I guess. As I sit here I wonder what am I supposed to feel? What is different about day 50 from day 1? What is gonna be different about day 100 from day 50? I am still an addict. I am not cured of anything. I still have to make that promise to not use nicotine one day at a time. I still need the accountability, maybe more so now than ever before. You see I am seeing folks fall off now. They think they are cured. They think that they have the addiction whipped. I know I donÂ’t. I know that if given the chance my brain would have me buying a tin of cancer and stuffing my lip. I know that cause I have been at this point before. I know what would happen. This time is different. This quit isnÂ’t about long term success, this quit is about today! TODAY I quit. I will be a man of my word and quit for today. And if God is willing I will be back tomorrow for another daily dose of quit!

So half way to the HOF and I have figured out that I need this site. I need the accountability. I need to read of others failures and successes. I need to see what thinking you are cured can do. I am not gonna celebrate, I am not gonna boast and brag. I am gonna post my daily promise to quit and go about my day. Facing the day for what it is, a gift and realizing that today is just another day in the life of an addict!

[Rooter]

Day 39. I have pissed off the Nic Bitch. She is fighting for me to come lay with her in bed. This morning it hit me like a ton of bricks. I was craving hard. I turn to KTC for some answers. As I read through the site I read of men who are currently in the hospital with a kid, read of fathers to be worried about their unborn child, read about guys struggling each day to fight off the nicotine monster. ItÂ’s not an easy task. ItÂ’s not a fun task and some days I wonder if it is even rewarding. You see that is the addict brain still working. Still asking and questioning almost 40 days in. Wondering if this is really what I want. What I need to be doing. What I should be doing. I know deep down it is but that addict brain of mine continues to play games.

There is no “I” in TEAM, but there’s an “I” in QUIT!

[Athan]

Nicotine affects blood sugar levels and your body may still be adjusting. I had some issues with that where I'd be walking and thought I was going to pass out. Haven't had it happen for a while now. Didn't think of it until you brought it up.

[Rooter]

Day 32... have been in a world of spins. Feels like I am buzzed... would be fun except there is no end to it. ItÂ’s one of those spins where I would have to put my foot on the floor. Seems this kind of physical response occurs with others as well. ThatÂ’s one of the great things about this site, can consult with others who know exactly what you feel. As opposed to the doctor I mentioned previously who had no idea what I am experiencing.

[pab1964]

Have a story that I need to share with you all. As many of you know i am in the military and currently overseas. Part of the redeployment process or outprocessing if you will is to see a military doctor. After answering a full questionnaire about everything from what I have done to how I feel I get to meet with the doctor. Now one of the questions is something to the effect of how irritable are you... I answer somewhat. This answer sends alarm bells ringing through the place as everyone is supposed to be happy living in tents, 120 degree heat, sandstorms and doing our jobs. Anyway I tell the doctor I am also quitting dipping. His next breath was what medicines are you on? As if there was no other option. I look at this doctor and reply with, none... I am cold turkey. Now this guy sounds like one of those that would fit right in with the old site as he goes into some long story about why it is ok to use and to ween yourself off nicotine and how if I slip everything will be ok. He offers me a prescription of some sort for nicotine replacement... as I look at him in the eyes and tell him no thanks I am free of nicotine, why would I reintroduce that into my body? He stares at me like I was stupid as I shake his hand and turn to leave. I know I was shaking my head in disbelieve. How is it this site has it figured out but others can not grasp that? How is it even health care professionals want to give us the drug that our bodies crave? ThatÂ’s like giving more dope to a dopehead. I just had to share this interesting piece of my day with you all. Stay quit. ODAAT

Love the story! But as you may already know everything in life revolves around money
Drugs=money
YouÂ’re doing it right my friend. I pray that you will get home soon. Stay safe and quit on! ODAAT

PAB 1284

[Rooter]

Have a story that I need to share with you all. As many of you know i am in the military and currently overseas. Part of the redeployment process or outprocessing if you will is to see a military doctor. After answering a full questionnaire about everything from what I have done to how I feel I get to meet with the doctor. Now one of the questions is something to the effect of how irritable are you... I answer somewhat. This answer sends alarm bells ringing through the place as everyone is supposed to be happy living in tents, 120 degree heat, sandstorms and doing our jobs. Anyway I tell the doctor I am also quitting dipping. His next breath was what medicines are you on? As if there was no other option. I look at this doctor and reply with, none... I am cold turkey. Now this guy sounds like one of those that would fit right in with the old site as he goes into some long story about why it is ok to use and to ween yourself off nicotine and how if I slip everything will be ok. He offers me a prescription of some sort for nicotine replacement... as I look at him in the eyes and tell him no thanks I am free of nicotine, why would I reintroduce that into my body? He stares at me like I was stupid as I shake his hand and turn to leave. I know I was shaking my head in disbelieve. How is it this site has it figured out but others can not grasp that? How is it even health care professionals want to give us the drug that our bodies crave? ThatÂ’s like giving more dope to a dopehead. I just had to share this interesting piece of my day with you all. Stay quit. ODAAT

[Dejvis]

Interesting morning here from the sandbox. Went to the bx (shopping center) here on Base. The nicotine just like everywhere else in the world is kept near the checkout. Of course I got the opportunity to buy some things. As I stand at the checkout I see all the cans of cancer. I was looking for a can of smoky mountain... of course they have none. So the rest of the cans start calling me. They have all the different kinds loaded to the edge of the shelf just waiting. I gazed lovingly into her eyes as I gave her the big “f off.” But it made me think about you guys and my early morning promise to quit. If I didn’t have that roll posted would I have given in? I don’t know but it’s not a risk I am going to take! Moral of the story... post roll early and hit the site often.

Rooter you are absolutely right. The promise given to all these people here and also to our selves makes the difference. They say quit only for yourself, BUT not alone. The support is the most important thing I did not understand last years and the reason I failed so many times is that I was trying to do it alone.

So, thank you for these wise words and I quit today with you of course.

[Rooter]

Interesting morning here from the sandbox. Went to the bx (shopping center) here on Base. The nicotine just like everywhere else in the world is kept near the checkout. Of course I got the opportunity to buy some things. As I stand at the checkout I see all the cans of cancer. I was looking for a can of smoky mountain... of course they have none. So the rest of the cans start calling me. They have all the different kinds loaded to the edge of the shelf just waiting. I gazed lovingly into her eyes as I gave her the big “f off.” But it made me think about you guys and my early morning promise to quit. If I didn’t have that roll posted would I have given in? I don’t know but it’s not a risk I am going to take! Moral of the story... post roll early and hit the site often.

[Dejvis]

As we roll into July itÂ’s a huge month for me. First, it is the first time I can remember where I will celebrate the 4th without nicotine. That is huge to me. Second, itÂ’s my anniversary month with the wife... happens to fall on the 4th. See guys thatÂ’s how you do it, get married on a holiday so you will never forget the date! Third itÂ’s the wifeÂ’s birthday. CanÂ’t think of anything else that I want to give her than a healthy nicotine free husband. Last, hope that this is the month that I make it back to the states. That means some long travel days and some new challenges this month. But as long as I quit one day at a time I will be fine! LetÂ’s kick this months ass and have some quality quit!

Happy anniversary Rooter! She will not get only healthy nicotine free husband but also a stronger man who is not a slave to this short-term pleasure. Quit with you today, tomorrow and all July.