Quit on Monday

[SirDerek]

Life is a bitch sometimes Pinched; that is for sure. I invite everyone to read through my Quit journey. Were there times I contemplated grabbing a chew and saying Fuck It? Absolutely there were. Did it ever go beyond a small, passing thought, Fuck NO! Life can kick me when I fall, when you fall. But, what life can't do is make me decide to walk away from my Quit. I would have to consciously choose to do that. What would that accomplish? That is a massive step back in the evolution of my life. I am not willing to step backwards. I already know where those footprints led me.

I am here daily because I choose to be Quit and show respect to those who allowed me to lean when I needed to. I am your rock, your steadying force, your shoulder, your ear, your kick in the ass.

I am here because Quitters like Pinched, SFGE, Sir Derek, 2mch, NOLAQ, Keddy, Syndrome, Coach Steve, and the rest of y'all would never stand by and let someone give up.

Oh, and life, just remember when you kick at me, I'm sweeping your other leg and knocking YOU on YOUR ASS!

YES! By far the best closing statement I have read on here in a long time!

My friend, nay brother.... you have been hit hard, but you have always stood back up, never taking the easy way out. You always have been a strength in our group and around that table of my closest quit family. You have found that extra bit inside you to carry on, and I will always follow and be by your side.

(and hope to get rid of that stranger tag, as one day will road trip the 8 hours west of where I am to get out your way).

[Pinched]

Life is a bitch sometimes Pinched; that is for sure. I invite everyone to read through my Quit journey. Were there times I contemplated grabbing a chew and saying Fuck It? Absolutely there were. Did it ever go beyond a small, passing thought, Fuck NO! Life can kick me when I fall, when you fall. But, what life can't do is make me decide to walk away from my Quit. I would have to consciously choose to do that. What would that accomplish? That is a massive step back in the evolution of my life. I am not willing to step backwards. I already know where those footprints led me.

I am here daily because I choose to be Quit and show respect to those who allowed me to lean when I needed to. I am your rock, your steadying force, your shoulder, your ear, your kick in the ass.

I am here because Quitters like Pinched, SFGE, Sir Derek, 2mch, NOLAQ, Keddy, Syndrome, Coach Steve, and the rest of y'all would never stand by and let someone give up.

Oh, and life, just remember when you kick at me, I'm sweeping your other leg and knocking YOU on YOUR ASS!

YES! By far the best closing statement I have read on here in a long time!

[eric71]

Life is a bitch sometimes Pinched; that is for sure. I invite everyone to read through my Quit journey. Were there times I contemplated grabbing a chew and saying Fuck It? Absolutely there were. Did it ever go beyond a small, passing thought, Fuck NO! Life can kick me when I fall, when you fall. But, what life can't do is make me decide to walk away from my Quit. I would have to consciously choose to do that. What would that accomplish? That is a massive step back in the evolution of my life. I am not willing to step backwards. I already know where those footprints led me.

I am here daily because I choose to be Quit and show respect to those who allowed me to lean when I needed to. I am your rock, your steadying force, your shoulder, your ear, your kick in the ass.

I am here because Quitters like Pinched, SFGE, Sir Derek, 2mch, NOLAQ, Keddy, Syndrome, Coach Steve, and the rest of y'all would never stand by and let someone give up.

Oh, and life, just remember when you kick at me, I'm sweeping your other leg and knocking YOU on YOUR ASS!

[Pinched]

No special reason to post today really. Day 1318, no anniversary of any kind; just feel the need to revisit the Intro thread. Wow, how this place has evolved. Yet the one constant remains: Quit is a life choice and lifestyle. I am proud to walk side by side with people I may never meet or recognize. Sound weird? Don't we all strive for betterment? The paths are wide and varied but we are linked by a common road. Never, ever, for any reason fail to reach out when your road needs repaired; to any of us still here. There is so much value and wisdom in the reams of text inscribed in the cyber journal of Quit. Use it and use me!

Semper Fi

Eric, you are incorrect, there is a special reason to post in your intro. You see many of the newbie quitters have not walked along the path as long as you have. You posting in your intro brings it back to the top of the pile and lets others read your story. Plus you have had plenty of "life" happen since you first quit and never once used that as an excuse. We have lost many a quitter here because their problems piled up. Man, if only they could see and understand that sometime others have bigger problems and they can find a way out on their own without the need of a helping hand form Nicotine.

Yes I would say walking side by side with a strange I never met was weird, but that was 934 days ago, now I do it without a hesitation.

Semper Fi brother!

[eric71]

No special reason to post today really. Day 1318, no anniversary of any kind; just feel the need to revisit the Intro thread. Wow, how this place has evolved. Yet the one constant remains: Quit is a life choice and lifestyle. I am proud to walk side by side with people I may never meet or recognize. Sound weird? Don't we all strive for betterment? The paths are wide and varied but we are linked by a common road. Never, ever, for any reason fail to reach out when your road needs repaired; to any of us still here. There is so much value and wisdom in the reams of text inscribed in the cyber journal of Quit. Use it and use me!

Semper Fi

[redtrain14]

So today marks 3 years since I threw the nic bitch to the curb and quite a lot has transpired in that time. Those of you who know of me, very few of you "know" me, know that I speak my mind and am comfortable enough in my own skin to do so. The journey of a quitter is never over; it just changes. My journey as a quitter has me questioning the value of intimate relationships. The type of relationship so close to your being that if/when it ends, you cannot recall what you were before that relationship started or who you are able to be after it. Today is extremely bittersweet. 3 years ago my family celebrated me throwing a can of chew in the garbage. They cried, kissed, hugged, loved me, and supported my decision. Today, I walk this journey alone. My family is gone. Wife seeking divorce, lying, cheating, and placing a protection order against me to "protect" her and my children from having contact with me. I've done nothing, no one in my family was ever harmed. I finished coaching my son's baseball team on Tuesday evening and may not see my children ever again. I have been ostracized by those I let inside my armor. My celebration today is seeing all those who quit today remain quit. There will be no anniversary dinner, no ice cream, no hugs, kisses, pats on the back. There is a bitter memory of days gone by; of a life squandered, a journey for reason and purpose. I still am quit. I still do it for myself and to show my children that commitment is hard and that the reward of a journey IS THE JOURNEY ITSELF. Somehow, at least today, this reward feels less like a reward and more like a sentence. If you are not giving back to those you love on a daily basis in thoughts, deeds, or time, you're missing the opportunity afforded you by your adherence to remain quit. Being quit and not utilizing your journey to better yourself and those you come in contact with is nothing more than an empty quit. It is the self serving prayers by the Pharisee in the temple. The "generosity" of the Politician who steals your hard earned dollars to give to the lazy and undeserving. Don't be empty. Be quit and be a fulfillment to your life and others.

Congrats on 3 years and hang in there bro.

Sounds like life is kicking you in the balls a little bit, but stay true to your beliefs and trust in yourself. Life has a funny way of evening itself out and it definitely sounds like you're due for some good to come your way.

Hang tough and quit on!

Thanks Diesel and continued success to you in your journey. Life will work itself out, in its own time. Patience is far from my finest quality. Today I reached the 11th floor (1100 days) and I have a stronger urge to chew now than I have in some time. This is the lesson to us all...No matter the time or duration of your quit, there will come a time where you feel weakness re-enter the equation. Your actions at this time show your true character. Be the person you profess to be. Be strong enough to reach out for help if it's needed. Be grateful to show you are not too proud to ask or tell someone of your struggle. They will be the strength you need. This community can be that someone. You, me, all of us are here for a reason.

Eric,
Wow man I hate to say it but amazing your post decision journey recalls a bunch with me bud. I too coach my kids baseball and family is also on each end of the spectrum. I can say that you were one who reached out to me early on and I have trusted in your advice and continued to follow this path and for that I thank you. Like Diesel said you are due some luck soon.

I am glad that you have the perseverance that you do and I look forward to many more days quit right along side you brother. Hang tough and keep your chin up.

P

Congrats on 1100 Eric. Hang in there man.

[Pinched]

So today marks 3 years since I threw the nic bitch to the curb and quite a lot has transpired in that time. Those of you who know of me, very few of you "know" me, know that I speak my mind and am comfortable enough in my own skin to do so. The journey of a quitter is never over; it just changes. My journey as a quitter has me questioning the value of intimate relationships. The type of relationship so close to your being that if/when it ends, you cannot recall what you were before that relationship started or who you are able to be after it. Today is extremely bittersweet. 3 years ago my family celebrated me throwing a can of chew in the garbage. They cried, kissed, hugged, loved me, and supported my decision. Today, I walk this journey alone. My family is gone. Wife seeking divorce, lying, cheating, and placing a protection order against me to "protect" her and my children from having contact with me. I've done nothing, no one in my family was ever harmed. I finished coaching my son's baseball team on Tuesday evening and may not see my children ever again. I have been ostracized by those I let inside my armor. My celebration today is seeing all those who quit today remain quit. There will be no anniversary dinner, no ice cream, no hugs, kisses, pats on the back. There is a bitter memory of days gone by; of a life squandered, a journey for reason and purpose. I still am quit. I still do it for myself and to show my children that commitment is hard and that the reward of a journey IS THE JOURNEY ITSELF. Somehow, at least today, this reward feels less like a reward and more like a sentence. If you are not giving back to those you love on a daily basis in thoughts, deeds, or time, you're missing the opportunity afforded you by your adherence to remain quit. Being quit and not utilizing your journey to better yourself and those you come in contact with is nothing more than an empty quit. It is the self serving prayers by the Pharisee in the temple. The "generosity" of the Politician who steals your hard earned dollars to give to the lazy and undeserving. Don't be empty. Be quit and be a fulfillment to your life and others.

Congrats on 3 years and hang in there bro.

Sounds like life is kicking you in the balls a little bit, but stay true to your beliefs and trust in yourself. Life has a funny way of evening itself out and it definitely sounds like you're due for some good to come your way.

Hang tough and quit on!

Thanks Diesel and continued success to you in your journey. Life will work itself out, in its own time. Patience is far from my finest quality. Today I reached the 11th floor (1100 days) and I have a stronger urge to chew now than I have in some time. This is the lesson to us all...No matter the time or duration of your quit, there will come a time where you feel weakness re-enter the equation. Your actions at this time show your true character. Be the person you profess to be. Be strong enough to reach out for help if it's needed. Be grateful to show you are not too proud to ask or tell someone of your struggle. They will be the strength you need. This community can be that someone. You, me, all of us are here for a reason.

Eric,
Wow man I hate to say it but amazing your post decision journey recalls a bunch with me bud. I too coach my kids baseball and family is also on each end of the spectrum. I can say that you were one who reached out to me early on and I have trusted in your advice and continued to follow this path and for that I thank you. Like Diesel said you are due some luck soon.

I am glad that you have the perseverance that you do and I look forward to many more days quit right along side you brother. Hang tough and keep your chin up.

P

[eric71]

So today marks 3 years since I threw the nic bitch to the curb and quite a lot has transpired in that time. Those of you who know of me, very few of you "know" me, know that I speak my mind and am comfortable enough in my own skin to do so. The journey of a quitter is never over; it just changes. My journey as a quitter has me questioning the value of intimate relationships. The type of relationship so close to your being that if/when it ends, you cannot recall what you were before that relationship started or who you are able to be after it. Today is extremely bittersweet. 3 years ago my family celebrated me throwing a can of chew in the garbage. They cried, kissed, hugged, loved me, and supported my decision. Today, I walk this journey alone. My family is gone. Wife seeking divorce, lying, cheating, and placing a protection order against me to "protect" her and my children from having contact with me. I've done nothing, no one in my family was ever harmed. I finished coaching my son's baseball team on Tuesday evening and may not see my children ever again. I have been ostracized by those I let inside my armor. My celebration today is seeing all those who quit today remain quit. There will be no anniversary dinner, no ice cream, no hugs, kisses, pats on the back. There is a bitter memory of days gone by; of a life squandered, a journey for reason and purpose. I still am quit. I still do it for myself and to show my children that commitment is hard and that the reward of a journey IS THE JOURNEY ITSELF. Somehow, at least today, this reward feels less like a reward and more like a sentence. If you are not giving back to those you love on a daily basis in thoughts, deeds, or time, you're missing the opportunity afforded you by your adherence to remain quit. Being quit and not utilizing your journey to better yourself and those you come in contact with is nothing more than an empty quit. It is the self serving prayers by the Pharisee in the temple. The "generosity" of the Politician who steals your hard earned dollars to give to the lazy and undeserving. Don't be empty. Be quit and be a fulfillment to your life and others.

Congrats on 3 years and hang in there bro.

Sounds like life is kicking you in the balls a little bit, but stay true to your beliefs and trust in yourself. Life has a funny way of evening itself out and it definitely sounds like you're due for some good to come your way.

Hang tough and quit on!

Thanks Diesel and continued success to you in your journey. Life will work itself out, in its own time. Patience is far from my finest quality. Today I reached the 11th floor (1100 days) and I have a stronger urge to chew now than I have in some time. This is the lesson to us all...No matter the time or duration of your quit, there will come a time where you feel weakness re-enter the equation. Your actions at this time show your true character. Be the person you profess to be. Be strong enough to reach out for help if it's needed. Be grateful to show you are not too proud to ask or tell someone of your struggle. They will be the strength you need. This community can be that someone. You, me, all of us are here for a reason.

[Diesel2112]

So today marks 3 years since I threw the nic bitch to the curb and quite a lot has transpired in that time. Those of you who know of me, very few of you "know" me, know that I speak my mind and am comfortable enough in my own skin to do so. The journey of a quitter is never over; it just changes. My journey as a quitter has me questioning the value of intimate relationships. The type of relationship so close to your being that if/when it ends, you cannot recall what you were before that relationship started or who you are able to be after it. Today is extremely bittersweet. 3 years ago my family celebrated me throwing a can of chew in the garbage. They cried, kissed, hugged, loved me, and supported my decision. Today, I walk this journey alone. My family is gone. Wife seeking divorce, lying, cheating, and placing a protection order against me to "protect" her and my children from having contact with me. I've done nothing, no one in my family was ever harmed. I finished coaching my son's baseball team on Tuesday evening and may not see my children ever again. I have been ostracized by those I let inside my armor. My celebration today is seeing all those who quit today remain quit. There will be no anniversary dinner, no ice cream, no hugs, kisses, pats on the back. There is a bitter memory of days gone by; of a life squandered, a journey for reason and purpose. I still am quit. I still do it for myself and to show my children that commitment is hard and that the reward of a journey IS THE JOURNEY ITSELF. Somehow, at least today, this reward feels less like a reward and more like a sentence. If you are not giving back to those you love on a daily basis in thoughts, deeds, or time, you're missing the opportunity afforded you by your adherence to remain quit. Being quit and not utilizing your journey to better yourself and those you come in contact with is nothing more than an empty quit. It is the self serving prayers by the Pharisee in the temple. The "generosity" of the Politician who steals your hard earned dollars to give to the lazy and undeserving. Don't be empty. Be quit and be a fulfillment to your life and others.

Congrats on 3 years and hang in there bro.

Sounds like life is kicking you in the balls a little bit, but stay true to your beliefs and trust in yourself. Life has a funny way of evening itself out and it definitely sounds like you're due for some good to come your way.

Hang tough and quit on!

[eric71]

So today marks 3 years since I threw the nic bitch to the curb and quite a lot has transpired in that time. Those of you who know of me, very few of you "know" me, know that I speak my mind and am comfortable enough in my own skin to do so. The journey of a quitter is never over; it just changes. My journey as a quitter has me questioning the value of intimate relationships. The type of relationship so close to your being that if/when it ends, you cannot recall what you were before that relationship started or who you are able to be after it. Today is extremely bittersweet. 3 years ago my family celebrated me throwing a can of chew in the garbage. They cried, kissed, hugged, loved me, and supported my decision. Today, I walk this journey alone. My family is gone. Wife seeking divorce, lying, cheating, and placing a protection order against me to "protect" her and my children from having contact with me. I've done nothing, no one in my family was ever harmed. I finished coaching my son's baseball team on Tuesday evening and may not see my children ever again. I have been ostracized by those I let inside my armor. My celebration today is seeing all those who quit today remain quit. There will be no anniversary dinner, no ice cream, no hugs, kisses, pats on the back. There is a bitter memory of days gone by; of a life squandered, a journey for reason and purpose. I still am quit. I still do it for myself and to show my children that commitment is hard and that the reward of a journey IS THE JOURNEY ITSELF. Somehow, at least today, this reward feels less like a reward and more like a sentence. If you are not giving back to those you love on a daily basis in thoughts, deeds, or time, you're missing the opportunity afforded you by your adherence to remain quit. Being quit and not utilizing your journey to better yourself and those you come in contact with is nothing more than an empty quit. It is the self serving prayers by the Pharisee in the temple. The "generosity" of the Politician who steals your hard earned dollars to give to the lazy and undeserving. Don't be empty. Be quit and be a fulfillment to your life and others.

[eric71]

Day 841:

This is an excerpt from the drama of Oct12. If you choose to read it, by all means do. If you could care less, tell me as much. Quite frankly, I don't give 2 shits if you read it or not. This is my intro page and I'll use it how I want. For me though, this is an example of the mind fuck of nicotine at its highest level; pitting quitter against quitter and pushing the greater good we all seek, to the background. There is no crave here, understand that, to my estimation, all involved in this BS are rock solid quitters who are steadfast in their battle against nicotine. There is a crave for power and control and isn't that what addiction is by definition in the first place? So, without further delay:

It's high time this shit came to a close. Derek, you know I support you and think the world of what you do in regards to helping keep Oct12 rolling and supporting new and old quitters alike. Knowing that is who you are, why would you let this dissuade you from being who you are? If the collective "they" can keep you distracted from doing what you do best, don't they win?

I don't know or care who "they" are or where this all stemmed from. I don't want to know. It is painfully obvious that what is going on has absolutely no benefit for ANYONE involved.

I would ask all that are involved though, to take a minute and truly think about whether or not this BS has any long term positive effects on the site, on the people supporting the site, and on those who come here to be fed. We are leaning on each other in here everyday. All it takes is one person to say the hell with it, lean on someone else, and the army then has a weakness. If you think the enemy will not attack where they see a weakness, you've all missed the entire purpose of this site to begin with.

I suggest you all get back to being adults and step up to the greater good.

[eric71]

Day 784:

Is it really necessary to think we are smarter than the system?

Quite Simple Folks: That is the nic bitch fucking with your head! All of you, regardless of days quit, know that each day you walk without posting roll is an invitation for your addictive mind to rationalize and let your guard down. Don't try to be Einstein and come up with a new theory on how to quit! There are times to be sheep and times to be a shepherd. True knowledge and wisdom is shown by your actions. Understand the difference?

You are always an addict. That is in your genes and is your predisposition. It sucks, but it's who we are. The minute we forget what we are is the second your addiction latches on and the battle shifts in a different direction; away from the goal. Patton didn't allow the distractions of war to cloud his vision of the goal and his role in it.

Be a sheep and be quit.

Good stuff on a Monday morning Eric!

Thanks Fleas, your input is always appreciated. Quit on!

poof!

[eric71]

Day 784:

Is it really necessary to think we are smarter than the system?

Quite Simple Folks: That is the nic bitch fucking with your head! All of you, regardless of days quit, know that each day you walk without posting roll is an invitation for your addictive mind to rationalize and let your guard down. Don't try to be Einstein and come up with a new theory on how to quit! There are times to be sheep and times to be a shepherd. True knowledge and wisdom is shown by your actions. Understand the difference?

You are always an addict. That is in your genes and is your predisposition. It sucks, but it's who we are. The minute we forget what we are is the second your addiction latches on and the battle shifts in a different direction; away from the goal. Patton didn't allow the distractions of war to cloud his vision of the goal and his role in it.

Be a sheep and be quit.

Good stuff on a Monday morning Eric!

Thanks Fleas, your input is always appreciated. Quit on!

[Sand_Fleas_Gotta_Eat]

Day 784:

Is it really necessary to think we are smarter than the system?

Quite Simple Folks: That is the nic bitch fucking with your head! All of you, regardless of days quit, know that each day you walk without posting roll is an invitation for your addictive mind to rationalize and let your guard down. Don't try to be Einstein and come up with a new theory on how to quit! There are times to be sheep and times to be a shepherd. True knowledge and wisdom is shown by your actions. Understand the difference?

You are always an addict. That is in your genes and is your predisposition. It sucks, but it's who we are. The minute we forget what we are is the second your addiction latches on and the battle shifts in a different direction; away from the goal. Patton didn't allow the distractions of war to cloud his vision of the goal and his role in it.

Be a sheep and be quit.

Good stuff on a Monday morning Eric!

[eric71]

Day 784:

Is it really necessary to think we are smarter than the system?

Quite Simple Folks: That is the nic bitch fucking with your head! All of you, regardless of days quit, know that each day you walk without posting roll is an invitation for your addictive mind to rationalize and let your guard down. Don't try to be Einstein and come up with a new theory on how to quit! There are times to be sheep and times to be a shepherd. True knowledge and wisdom is shown by your actions. Understand the difference?

You are always an addict. That is in your genes and is your predisposition. It sucks, but it's who we are. The minute we forget what we are is the second your addiction latches on and the battle shifts in a different direction; away from the goal. Patton didn't allow the distractions of war to cloud his vision of the goal and his role in it.

Be a sheep and be quit.