My Introduction

[J2b]

Rhester,

Thanks for all that you do. Congrats on the 80, and early congrats on the little girl.

Its good to be quit with you.

Stay safe, stay quit.

[rhester03]

I thought I'd give an update here on Day 80. I made it successfully through the 70's that I had been warned so heavily about. Work picked up so much during the time that several days I almost forgot to post roll. Though it sucked being that busy, I think it helped me signifcantly in getting through unscathed.

A few weeks ago, I did have to break down and tell my wife that I quit. I was planning on waiting until going home on RR to see if she noticed and to surprise her, but I guess things got stressful for her on the homefront for a while and she was taking it out on me. Rather than fighting back, which wouldn't have solved anything, I broke down and told her that I quit and couldn't deal with arguing because of withdrawls and she was pleasantly surprised. She couldn't believe that I was quitting while in Iraq. She asked why I quit and I forwarded her the link to the Kern story, and told her that by coincidence my 100th day is the due date for our little girl.

No doubt there are still cravings, and the fleeting thoughts of having "just one." but they are manageable now. I haven't had any dip dreams that I'm aware of, but I never remembered dreams before I quit either. For certain I feel better without my heart racing all the time. I also don't have to worry about how I'm going to get to the PX before I run out of chew.

Despite being deployed, I've found that believe it or not, you can fish without a dip, and you can also grill without a dip in. I will have to wait until I'm home on leave to find out if you can cut the grass without a dip in, but I'm thinking its possible since you can fish without it...

Thanks for the support.

[rhester03]

So I'm finally just about done with the dental work. The dentist filled three cavities today...luckily they were all pretty superficial so I didn't need a root canal and all less than a year old because I didn't have them when I inprocessed post last march. Of course Had I not been chewing tobacco, they cavities wouldn't have been there to begin with....

The good part is that since I quit chewing, the dentist will do the molds so I can do the whitening....and its free.

[BeerBottleSpittoon]

As I have recently gone past 30 days, I wanted to give an update.  I have yet to have a dip dream, but then I have never been one to remember my dreams, so who knows for sure.  The wall of Tobacco at the PX doesn't phase me any more, and I'm at the point that when I see someone else dipping I get a little chuckle and think to myself "I'm glad I don't do that any more."  I still have a few cravings after meals, but now I don't even use the fake stuff any more.  Although I enjoyed some of the flavors, it dried out too quickly, so when i ran out, I just quit the same way I quit the real stuff. 

I told our Battalion Doc about the website, support group, and the fake dip, and she actually called me this morning wanting to refer it to other Soldiers who come to her for Tobacco Cessation.  She said she is surprised the number of Soldiers who are wanting to quit over here, which is great news because smokeless tobacco is such a huge part of the military culture.  I guess may of the Soldiers realized there are enough ways to die over here without poisoning themselves on top of it.

Just to add to your thoughts. I am at 87. I never had a dip dream until 70 or so. For what ever reason, the 60s and 70s were the hardest for me. I did not have the cravings, just depression, or what seems to be called the blahs. That has past. The past two weeks have been awesome. So, you may still have some struggles, but it is so worth it.

Keep up the great work!

The 70's are a very strange time. Be prepared. You have the tools must make sure you use them.

rhester -

I was in basic training at Fort Leonardwood, Mo. in 1992 when I got my first taste of the nic. My battle buddy from Louisiana bought a pack of smokes (somehow) and we snuck out onto the the 2nd story concrete ledge outside our window for a smoke in the middle of the night. That was it. Smokes turned into dip shortly after getting out. And then the years went by.

I'm working on my quit. I post every day. I read what others have to say and I appreciate this site.

To you rhester and all of my military friends. I am quit with you.

[Greg5280]

As I have recently gone past 30 days, I wanted to give an update.  I have yet to have a dip dream, but then I have never been one to remember my dreams, so who knows for sure.  The wall of Tobacco at the PX doesn't phase me any more, and I'm at the point that when I see someone else dipping I get a little chuckle and think to myself "I'm glad I don't do that any more."  I still have a few cravings after meals, but now I don't even use the fake stuff any more.  Although I enjoyed some of the flavors, it dried out too quickly, so when i ran out, I just quit the same way I quit the real stuff. 

I told our Battalion Doc about the website, support group, and the fake dip, and she actually called me this morning wanting to refer it to other Soldiers who come to her for Tobacco Cessation.  She said she is surprised the number of Soldiers who are wanting to quit over here, which is great news because smokeless tobacco is such a huge part of the military culture.  I guess may of the Soldiers realized there are enough ways to die over here without poisoning themselves on top of it.

Just to add to your thoughts. I am at 87. I never had a dip dream until 70 or so. For what ever reason, the 60s and 70s were the hardest for me. I did not have the cravings, just depression, or what seems to be called the blahs. That has past. The past two weeks have been awesome. So, you may still have some struggles, but it is so worth it.

Keep up the great work!

The 70's are a very strange time. Be prepared. You have the tools must make sure you use them.

[Scowick65]

As I have recently gone past 30 days, I wanted to give an update. I have yet to have a dip dream, but then I have never been one to remember my dreams, so who knows for sure. The wall of Tobacco at the PX doesn't phase me any more, and I'm at the point that when I see someone else dipping I get a little chuckle and think to myself "I'm glad I don't do that any more." I still have a few cravings after meals, but now I don't even use the fake stuff any more. Although I enjoyed some of the flavors, it dried out too quickly, so when i ran out, I just quit the same way I quit the real stuff.

I told our Battalion Doc about the website, support group, and the fake dip, and she actually called me this morning wanting to refer it to other Soldiers who come to her for Tobacco Cessation. She said she is surprised the number of Soldiers who are wanting to quit over here, which is great news because smokeless tobacco is such a huge part of the military culture. I guess may of the Soldiers realized there are enough ways to die over here without poisoning themselves on top of it.

Just to add to your thoughts. I am at 87. I never had a dip dream until 70 or so. For what ever reason, the 60s and 70s were the hardest for me. I did not have the cravings, just depression, or what seems to be called the blahs. That has past. The past two weeks have been awesome. So, you may still have some struggles, but it is so worth it.

Keep up the great work!

[andrew]

As I have recently gone past 30 days, I wanted to give an update. I have yet to have a dip dream, but then I have never been one to remember my dreams, so who knows for sure. The wall of Tobacco at the PX doesn't phase me any more, and I'm at the point that when I see someone else dipping I get a little chuckle and think to myself "I'm glad I don't do that any more." I still have a few cravings after meals, but now I don't even use the fake stuff any more. Although I enjoyed some of the flavors, it dried out too quickly, so when i ran out, I just quit the same way I quit the real stuff.

I told our Battalion Doc about the website, support group, and the fake dip, and she actually called me this morning wanting to refer it to other Soldiers who come to her for Tobacco Cessation. She said she is surprised the number of Soldiers who are wanting to quit over here, which is great news because smokeless tobacco is such a huge part of the military culture. I guess may of the Soldiers realized there are enough ways to die over here without poisoning themselves on top of it.

Great, you told the BN doc about it? I hope you mentioned my name and recommended me for an award.

[rhester03]

As I have recently gone past 30 days, I wanted to give an update. I have yet to have a dip dream, but then I have never been one to remember my dreams, so who knows for sure. The wall of Tobacco at the PX doesn't phase me any more, and I'm at the point that when I see someone else dipping I get a little chuckle and think to myself "I'm glad I don't do that any more." I still have a few cravings after meals, but now I don't even use the fake stuff any more. Although I enjoyed some of the flavors, it dried out too quickly, so when i ran out, I just quit the same way I quit the real stuff.

I told our Battalion Doc about the website, support group, and the fake dip, and she actually called me this morning wanting to refer it to other Soldiers who come to her for Tobacco Cessation. She said she is surprised the number of Soldiers who are wanting to quit over here, which is great news because smokeless tobacco is such a huge part of the military culture. I guess may of the Soldiers realized there are enough ways to die over here without poisoning themselves on top of it.

[Greg5280]

I've been to the PX a couple of times in the past two days, one of which was a trailer where the checkout is completely surrounded by tobacco.  I didn't even bat an eye, didn't even think about it, even with it staring me in the face.  They may as well have been feminine hygene products.

You're the MAN Rhester! Stay strong!!

Enjoy the victories as they come. It is amazing how good life can be without that shit in your face..

Well done !!

[Larry Drummer]

I've been to the PX a couple of times in the past two days, one of which was a trailer where the checkout is completely surrounded by tobacco. I didn't even bat an eye, didn't even think about it, even with it staring me in the face. They may as well have been feminine hygene products.

You're the MAN Rhester! Stay strong!!

[rhester03]

I've been to the PX a couple of times in the past two days, one of which was a trailer where the checkout is completely surrounded by tobacco. I didn't even bat an eye, didn't even think about it, even with it staring me in the face. They may as well have been feminine hygene products.

[brianl]

I just wanted to let everyone know I will be out of town for a day or two, I am bringing my computer with me, but in the event I don't have anywhere to plug it in, I am still quit, and my not posting roll does not mean I've caved.

PM me and I will give you cell phone number. If you can't plug your computer in then call or text me and I will post for you.

PS.... you should be getting numbers from your Quit group as well.

Brian

He's in Iraq dude.




I'll have contact with him, however sporadic that may be. If he doesn't have access he doesn't have access, nothing he can do about it.

My Bad........

In that case, Stay Alert/Stay Alive/Stay Quit.

[andrew]

I just wanted to let everyone know I will be out of town for a day or two, I am bringing my computer with me, but in the event I don't have anywhere to plug it in, I am still quit, and my not posting roll does not mean I've caved.

PM me and I will give you cell phone number. If you can't plug your computer in then call or text me and I will post for you.

PS.... you should be getting numbers from your Quit group as well.

Brian

He's in Iraq dude.




I'll have contact with him, however sporadic that may be. If he doesn't have access he doesn't have access, nothing he can do about it.

[brianl]

I just wanted to let everyone know I will be out of town for a day or two, I am bringing my computer with me, but in the event I don't have anywhere to plug it in, I am still quit, and my not posting roll does not mean I've caved.

PM me and I will give you cell phone number. If you can't plug your computer in then call or text me and I will post for you.

PS.... you should be getting numbers from your Quit group as well.

Brian

[rhester03]

I just wanted to let everyone know I will be out of town for a day or two, I am bringing my computer with me, but in the event I don't have anywhere to plug it in, I am still quit, and my not posting roll does not mean I've caved.