My Quit

[Instigator]

Mark, you are still my first contact I must get permission from to dip...or eat a cigar in its wrapper. :D

Proud to see this comma day with you tomorrow. You're a good friend and a great quitter we can all look up to.

Gator (Greg)

[Ready]

Merry Christmas ya'll!!!

I will be on day 1000 tomorrow I want to thank everyone that I have met along this journey. I have some old friend and some new ones as well. I have had days when dip never crosses my mind and days that I have thought ah just one won't hurt. I know that I am only one dip away from being back at day one again. I would hate to let you all down.

If you are thinking about quitting today is as good as any to start if you have quit congrats whether you are on day 1 or 10 years we all win this fight one day at a time.

Thanks to all that have helped me and those are not always one with more days than me you may be a new quitter and still inspire someone.
God bless our troops and the work that they are doing.

It's an Honor to quit with you Mark.

Merry Christmas.

[markr]

Merry Christmas ya'll!!!

I will be on day 1000 tomorrow I want to thank everyone that I have met along this journey. I have some old friend and some new ones as well. I have had days when dip never crosses my mind and days that I have thought ah just one won't hurt. I know that I am only one dip away from being back at day one again. I would hate to let you all down.

If you are thinking about quitting today is as good as any to start if you have quit congrats whether you are on day 1 or 10 years we all win this fight one day at a time.

Thanks to all that have helped me and those are not always one with more days than me you may be a new quitter and still inspire someone.
God bless our troops and the work that they are doing.

[markr]

It's the Christmas season again. We all have our own battles going on and for the new quitters here you are struggling to get through the day. I lost my Grandma to cancer a few years ago and she always loved the Christmas season. I learned from her that sometimes what we see as a disappointment really is a blessing. I am always reminded of that by the Christmas Guest from Grandpa Jones.
Have a great holiday season I have included a link to the Christmas Guest enjoy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iyYix9u ... re=related

[markr]

Day 867

I have not posted here in the intro section for quite some time. This weekend was a big weekend for me. We moved my oldest daughter into college and we had to make a trip back because she forgot some things. When we left it was getting ready to storm. Living in Indiana storms are a way of life we were wanting the rain as it has been really dry here. About 1/2 way there the storm unleashed it was pretty bad high wind and driving rain. When we got home we found out that there had been a tragedy at the state fair. The storm we had fought had claimed some lives. I have been a vol Fire fighter for several years and decided a couple years ago to step down. After hearing the stage collapse at the fair I felt not only for the victims but for the rescuers at the scene. It is a very helpless feeling to not be able to save a life. I reached in my empty pocket for the can that rode on many runs with me. It was not there but the trigger was.

Stay strong and Stay Quit.

Thoughts and prayers go out to all involved at the Indiana State Fair stage collapse.

http://www.tmz.com/2011/08/13/sugarland ... tate-fair/

[LaQuitter]

Day 594

Been real solid in my quit still crave but I know how to deal with that now. It is deer season a big trigger for me actually anything to do with the outdoors is a trigger for me. I have been hunting this year a lot with my daughter. She is 14 and is an accomplished deer hunter with several bucks and a few does to show for her time out in the woods. This year was her first year with a bow she worked hard getting conditioned to pull the bow back and worked hard to be accurate with it as well. We had a great bow season she missed a 140 inch 9 point but had a great time hunting and sorting through all the bucks this year. Anyhow this brings me to my point today.

I was a volunteer firefighter and EMT for 25 years I gave up many nights sleep to go help others for no pay other than a thank you. I decided 2 years ago that I wanted to step down from the Fire Department to spend more time with my family they are growing up fast. Today on my way to town The car in front of me dropped the right wheels off the road and the driver over corrected. The car hit a driveway causing it to get airborne and slid sideways into a mini van. We were traveling at about 50 mph so it was basically a 50 mph head on collision. I was able to stop fast enough that I was not involved but the 2 vehicles involved were in real bad shape. I called 911 gave the location as I went to the minivan. The engine was pushed into the drivers compartment the older woman driving was saved by the airbag. She complained of chest pains but was OK. I then heard the scream of a baby. looking over at the car is was almost inverted in the ditch the only thing keeping it from rolling on over was the minivan it had hit. I looked through the window and there was not one but two infants in the car. The child seat belts had broken on the one and I could see that the child was already black and blue in the face and neck area. I still don't know how but I opened  the back door and bent it forward. I had to cut the seat belts to get the car seats out of the car the kids were hanging in the broken belts in their seats. I helped the mother out of the car and she was just worried about here babies. She was busted up pretty bad but refused treatment so she could ride in with her kids.

Let me tell you it doesn't matter how many times you have seen a baby strapped to a backboard it will haunt you for awhile. I hope that all from this accident fair well.
I know now why I stepped down I have seen this way too much in my life when I got in my truck after everything was over if I had a can I would have probably taken a dip. Life can change in the blink of an eye we are fighting an addiction and I will fight it for many more days and years to come.

I had to vent today the urge to dip was really strong for a few minutes. My kids told me they were proud of me for quitting I would have a hard time telling them that I failed but you all understand that. 

Stay Quit and let your family know you love them life can change in the blink of an eye.

Good looking out for others Mark. And as far as the having a can goes, you do know that you would have to get my permission first.

Nuff said.

Thanks Ready just kinda got me down today .

You're a good man Mark. And a hell of a quitter. This is a good reminder that we must be vigilant. The addict in all of us is always looking for an excuse. But today, the QUITTER inside of you won another battle.

I hope your daughter has the chance to tag a nice buck this season. Enjoy your time with her.

[markr]

Day 594

Been real solid in my quit still crave but I know how to deal with that now. It is deer season a big trigger for me actually anything to do with the outdoors is a trigger for me. I have been hunting this year a lot with my daughter. She is 14 and is an accomplished deer hunter with several bucks and a few does to show for her time out in the woods. This year was her first year with a bow she worked hard getting conditioned to pull the bow back and worked hard to be accurate with it as well. We had a great bow season she missed a 140 inch 9 point but had a great time hunting and sorting through all the bucks this year. Anyhow this brings me to my point today.

I was a volunteer firefighter and EMT for 25 years I gave up many nights sleep to go help others for no pay other than a thank you. I decided 2 years ago that I wanted to step down from the Fire Department to spend more time with my family they are growing up fast. Today on my way to town The car in front of me dropped the right wheels off the road and the driver over corrected. The car hit a driveway causing it to get airborne and slid sideways into a mini van. We were traveling at about 50 mph so it was basically a 50 mph head on collision. I was able to stop fast enough that I was not involved but the 2 vehicles involved were in real bad shape. I called 911 gave the location as I went to the minivan. The engine was pushed into the drivers compartment the older woman driving was saved by the airbag. She complained of chest pains but was OK. I then heard the scream of a baby. looking over at the car is was almost inverted in the ditch the only thing keeping it from rolling on over was the minivan it had hit. I looked through the window and there was not one but two infants in the car. The child seat belts had broken on the one and I could see that the child was already black and blue in the face and neck area. I still don't know how but I opened  the back door and bent it forward. I had to cut the seat belts to get the car seats out of the car the kids were hanging in the broken belts in their seats. I helped the mother out of the car and she was just worried about here babies. She was busted up pretty bad but refused treatment so she could ride in with her kids.

Let me tell you it doesn't matter how many times you have seen a baby strapped to a backboard it will haunt you for awhile. I hope that all from this accident fair well.
I know now why I stepped down I have seen this way too much in my life when I got in my truck after everything was over if I had a can I would have probably taken a dip. Life can change in the blink of an eye we are fighting an addiction and I will fight it for many more days and years to come.

I had to vent today the urge to dip was really strong for a few minutes. My kids told me they were proud of me for quitting I would have a hard time telling them that I failed but you all understand that. 

Stay Quit and let your family know you love them life can change in the blink of an eye.

Good looking out for others Mark. And as far as the having a can goes, you do know that you would have to get my permission first.

Nuff said.

Thanks Ready just kinda got me down today .

[Ready]

Day 594

Been real solid in my quit still crave but I know how to deal with that now. It is deer season a big trigger for me actually anything to do with the outdoors is a trigger for me. I have been hunting this year a lot with my daughter. She is 14 and is an accomplished deer hunter with several bucks and a few does to show for her time out in the woods. This year was her first year with a bow she worked hard getting conditioned to pull the bow back and worked hard to be accurate with it as well. We had a great bow season she missed a 140 inch 9 point but had a great time hunting and sorting through all the bucks this year. Anyhow this brings me to my point today.

I was a volunteer firefighter and EMT for 25 years I gave up many nights sleep to go help others for no pay other than a thank you. I decided 2 years ago that I wanted to step down from the Fire Department to spend more time with my family they are growing up fast. Today on my way to town The car in front of me dropped the right wheels off the road and the driver over corrected. The car hit a driveway causing it to get airborne and slid sideways into a mini van. We were traveling at about 50 mph so it was basically a 50 mph head on collision. I was able to stop fast enough that I was not involved but the 2 vehicles involved were in real bad shape. I called 911 gave the location as I went to the minivan. The engine was pushed into the drivers compartment the older woman driving was saved by the airbag. She complained of chest pains but was OK. I then heard the scream of a baby. looking over at the car is was almost inverted in the ditch the only thing keeping it from rolling on over was the minivan it had hit. I looked through the window and there was not one but two infants in the car. The child seat belts had broken on the one and I could see that the child was already black and blue in the face and neck area. I still don't know how but I opened the back door and bent it forward. I had to cut the seat belts to get the car seats out of the car the kids were hanging in the broken belts in their seats. I helped the mother out of the car and she was just worried about here babies. She was busted up pretty bad but refused treatment so she could ride in with her kids.

Let me tell you it doesn't matter how many times you have seen a baby strapped to a backboard it will haunt you for awhile. I hope that all from this accident fair well.
I know now why I stepped down I have seen this way too much in my life when I got in my truck after everything was over if I had a can I would have probably taken a dip. Life can change in the blink of an eye we are fighting an addiction and I will fight it for many more days and years to come.

I had to vent today the urge to dip was really strong for a few minutes. My kids told me they were proud of me for quitting I would have a hard time telling them that I failed but you all understand that.

Stay Quit and let your family know you love them life can change in the blink of an eye.

Good looking out for others Mark. And as far as the having a can goes, you do know that you would have to get my permission first.

Nuff said.

[markr]

Day 594

Been real solid in my quit still crave but I know how to deal with that now. It is deer season a big trigger for me actually anything to do with the outdoors is a trigger for me. I have been hunting this year a lot with my daughter. She is 14 and is an accomplished deer hunter with several bucks and a few does to show for her time out in the woods. This year was her first year with a bow she worked hard getting conditioned to pull the bow back and worked hard to be accurate with it as well. We had a great bow season she missed a 140 inch 9 point but had a great time hunting and sorting through all the bucks this year. Anyhow this brings me to my point today.

I was a volunteer firefighter and EMT for 25 years I gave up many nights sleep to go help others for no pay other than a thank you. I decided 2 years ago that I wanted to step down from the Fire Department to spend more time with my family they are growing up fast. Today on my way to town The car in front of me dropped the right wheels off the road and the driver over corrected. The car hit a driveway causing it to get airborne and slid sideways into a mini van. We were traveling at about 50 mph so it was basically a 50 mph head on collision. I was able to stop fast enough that I was not involved but the 2 vehicles involved were in real bad shape. I called 911 gave the location as I went to the minivan. The engine was pushed into the drivers compartment the older woman driving was saved by the airbag. She complained of chest pains but was OK. I then heard the scream of a baby. looking over at the car is was almost inverted in the ditch the only thing keeping it from rolling on over was the minivan it had hit. I looked through the window and there was not one but two infants in the car. The child seat belts had broken on the one and I could see that the child was already black and blue in the face and neck area. I still don't know how but I opened the back door and bent it forward. I had to cut the seat belts to get the car seats out of the car the kids were hanging in the broken belts in their seats. I helped the mother out of the car and she was just worried about here babies. She was busted up pretty bad but refused treatment so she could ride in with her kids.

Let me tell you it doesn't matter how many times you have seen a baby strapped to a backboard it will haunt you for awhile. I hope that all from this accident fair well.
I know now why I stepped down I have seen this way too much in my life when I got in my truck after everything was over if I had a can I would have probably taken a dip. Life can change in the blink of an eye we are fighting an addiction and I will fight it for many more days and years to come.

I had to vent today the urge to dip was really strong for a few minutes. My kids told me they were proud of me for quitting I would have a hard time telling them that I failed but you all understand that.

Stay Quit and let your family know you love them life can change in the blink of an eye.

[markr]

Day 544
This Really got to me One of my friend had this on his Facebook post today the more I thought about it the more I wanted to spread the word. God Bless our troops!!!!!

LindsayLohan, 24, is all over the news because she's a celebrity drug addict. While Justin Allen 23, Brett Linley 29, Matthew Weikert 29, Justus Bartett 27, Dave Santos 21, Chase Stanley 21, Jesse Reed 26, Matthew Johnson 21, Zachary Fisher 24, Brandon King 23, Christopher Goeke 23, ...and Sheldon Tate 27 are all Marines that gave their lives this week, no media mention. Honor THEM by reposting this!!

Stay Quit Brothers and drop a prayer for our service men and women keeping us free.

[Greg5280]

Great post !! Reflection is one of the hardest parts of my quit so far. I think about what I did, how I acted and I am ashamed. My son smokes and I feel responsible for that. He was created by NIC soaked DNA so that had to play a part in him starting.

I know quitting is the best thing I have ever done. We are all setting an example and others will follow whether we know it or not. We are all making an impact in someones life, I know I actively talk to people about quitting. I left some business cards at two dentists close to my house so I am trying to pay back for my past sins. I have been talking to my son about quitting for almost 3 months, I hope he decides to toss the bitch out of his life too.

Stay active and help the newbs, that makes us heros in my book.

STAY QUIT
Greg

[markr]

Day 502

Still solid in the quit and enjoying a healthier life. It's been really hot lately so I have not been out in the shop anymore than I have to be. The other day I stumbled across a old can of Skoal. Some of you may remember when they made commemorative lids on the cans, anyhow this is one that I had saved. It had the picture of a Firefighter on it. I was a volunteer Firefighter for about 25 years. Most of the guys on the department either chewed or smoked. I find it funny that those who know the risk of tobacco are some of the highest users. You make runs and see what cancer does to the body yet you ignore it you think it will never happen to you. The can lid said Americas hero's with a picture of a Firefighter facing a big blaze and it was on the lid of a can of poison. That lid had meaning to me back then now it is just a Skoal can lid with a picture on it. Yea we were hero's OK saving everyone but slowly killing ourselves. I remember going to schools to give programs in between classes we went out to pack our lips. Then tell all those kids not to use drugs. Looking back I am ashamed to have done what I did. How can someone like that be a hero? I just want you to stop and think for a minute who's HERO are you? Trust me someone looks up to you do you want to be the one that says don't do it and then turn around and do just the opposite?

I say it is time for the hero's here to stand tall and proud!!
Don't put nicotine back in your body make whoever is watching you proud to have you as their HERO!!!

Stay Quit!!

[Smokeyg]

Day 455

So your quit. So you think you have won and beat the Nic Bitch right?
I read something this morning on this site a hardcore quitter that I looked up to is struggling to keep their quit. They supported me in my start and it really hit home I could not reply because I was at work and could not use this site there. My thoughts have been with them all day and I hope that they made the decision to stay quit. I have felt this way before and it is hard to describe thee feeling you just want to give up the fight. Every time I feel that way I think back to all the people I have met here they are just everyday guys and gals. We are bonded by the fact we are all nicotine addicts and always will be. I just thought I would post here tonight it looks like they got plenty of help today but my thoughts are still with them.

I think it is funny you get a bond with someone you have never met. They could be sitting next to you and you might not know them but they are still like family and you care about what happens to them. 

Stay Quit!!!

I will Brudda, I will. :ph43r:

Also Quit :ph43r:

[Ready]

Day 455

So your quit. So you think you have won and beat the Nic Bitch right?
I read something this morning on this site a hardcore quitter that I looked up to is struggling to keep their quit. They supported me in my start and it really hit home I could not reply because I was at work and could not use this site there. My thoughts have been with them all day and I hope that they made the decision to stay quit. I have felt this way before and it is hard to describe thee feeling you just want to give up the fight. Every time I feel that way I think back to all the people I have met here they are just everyday guys and gals. We are bonded by the fact we are all nicotine addicts and always will be. I just thought I would post here tonight it looks like they got plenty of help today but my thoughts are still with them.

I think it is funny you get a bond with someone you have never met. They could be sitting next to you and you might not know them but they are still like family and you care about what happens to them.

Stay Quit!!!

I will Brudda, I will. :ph43r:

[markr]

Day 455

So your quit. So you think you have won and beat the Nic Bitch right?
I read something this morning on this site a hardcore quitter that I looked up to is struggling to keep their quit. They supported me in my start and it really hit home I could not reply because I was at work and could not use this site there. My thoughts have been with them all day and I hope that they made the decision to stay quit. I have felt this way before and it is hard to describe thee feeling you just want to give up the fight. Every time I feel that way I think back to all the people I have met here they are just everyday guys and gals. We are bonded by the fact we are all nicotine addicts and always will be. I just thought I would post here tonight it looks like they got plenty of help today but my thoughts are still with them.

I think it is funny you get a bond with someone you have never met. They could be sitting next to you and you might not know them but they are still like family and you care about what happens to them.

Stay Quit!!!