My Quit- Day 1

[Snoopy]

Day 7 - Much better night last night, wife and I made up and I finally got some well needed sleep. Also received my new order of the Mint Pouches. I was down to 3 left and those have really been a nice way to keep the focus on getting past the nic first, then the oral cravings.

Fog has definitely been bad but today seems a little lighter. 'drool'

[Snoopy]

Thanks, looking forward and counting on it getting better. Some of this is the dip, some of this is problems put off and highlighted because of the dip. Seems I have more time and attention to focus on them now, so trying to knock 'em out. Appreciate the support!

[Kdip]

Unless it's frowned upon, just using my Introduction as a rolling journal of the journey.

Tough night last night.  Wife and I fought, not sure how much of that I contributed to because of current state or just other issues that have built up over time.  I know my old me is coming back out and sure that contributes because it is like someone new is there suddenly.  Either way, couldn't sleep and 2 year old son made sure that even if I could have, I wasn't going to.

I don't have my wife's inate ability to go to sleep even if upset or fighting, I just lay there mulling it over. 

Cravings haven't been as hard as I remembered from last time, but of course, I'm substituting the fake mint chew a lot more up front this time, which leads me to believe it's more oral habit for me than the nic, although I know its both.

One thing I have noticed is the extra stimulant is gone.  I have a 30+ mile drive to work each way and already caught myself dozing off more than once each day this week.  Definitely a concern, even went heavier on coffee this morning with sugar, and that didn't even help.  Obviously my chew was filling that void for when I was running on my usual 5 or less hours of sleep.

Should be a fun day, might put mousepad in front of keyboard so my head bounces off it instead of the desk.  :)

Ya'll have  agreat quit day.

Hang in there Snoop!!!! Went through alot of the same stuff, it will get better, I promise!!

Scooter's right, It will get A LOT BETTER!!!. You have to give it time. It takes time for your body to get over all of the abuse you gave it by putting that shit in your lip day after day. Power through this Better days are ahead!!!

[ScooterScum]

Unless it's frowned upon, just using my Introduction as a rolling journal of the journey.

Tough night last night. Wife and I fought, not sure how much of that I contributed to because of current state or just other issues that have built up over time. I know my old me is coming back out and sure that contributes because it is like someone new is there suddenly. Either way, couldn't sleep and 2 year old son made sure that even if I could have, I wasn't going to.

I don't have my wife's inate ability to go to sleep even if upset or fighting, I just lay there mulling it over.

Cravings haven't been as hard as I remembered from last time, but of course, I'm substituting the fake mint chew a lot more up front this time, which leads me to believe it's more oral habit for me than the nic, although I know its both.

One thing I have noticed is the extra stimulant is gone. I have a 30+ mile drive to work each way and already caught myself dozing off more than once each day this week. Definitely a concern, even went heavier on coffee this morning with sugar, and that didn't even help. Obviously my chew was filling that void for when I was running on my usual 5 or less hours of sleep.

Should be a fun day, might put mousepad in front of keyboard so my head bounces off it instead of the desk. :)

Ya'll have agreat quit day.

Hang in there Snoop!!!! Went through alot of the same stuff, it will get better, I promise!!

[Snoopy]

Unless it's frowned upon, just using my Introduction as a rolling journal of the journey.

Tough night last night. Wife and I fought, not sure how much of that I contributed to because of current state or just other issues that have built up over time. I know my old me is coming back out and sure that contributes because it is like someone new is there suddenly. Either way, couldn't sleep and 2 year old son made sure that even if I could have, I wasn't going to.

I don't have my wife's inate ability to go to sleep even if upset or fighting, I just lay there mulling it over.

Cravings haven't been as hard as I remembered from last time, but of course, I'm substituting the fake mint chew a lot more up front this time, which leads me to believe it's more oral habit for me than the nic, although I know its both.

One thing I have noticed is the extra stimulant is gone. I have a 30+ mile drive to work each way and already caught myself dozing off more than once each day this week. Definitely a concern, even went heavier on coffee this morning with sugar, and that didn't even help. Obviously my chew was filling that void for when I was running on my usual 5 or less hours of sleep.

Should be a fun day, might put mousepad in front of keyboard so my head bounces off it instead of the desk. :)

Ya'll have agreat quit day.

[daddioof5]

On to Day 5 now. Just ordered some more of the Mint Snuff pouches, like that best of the fakes I've tried and helps keep mind off the oral aspect.

Actually woke up to the alarm this morning at 5 and although snoozed a bit, did manage to get downstairs and exercise for a few minutes, which is a step in the right direction. Reclaim some of that dipping time I no longer need.

Jack

Sounds like we are feeling about the same! Congrats Jack!

Lets kick this crap for another day! 'boob'

[Snoopy]

On to Day 5 now. Just ordered some more of the Mint Snuff pouches, like that best of the fakes I've tried and helps keep mind off the oral aspect.

Actually woke up to the alarm this morning at 5 and although snoozed a bit, did manage to get downstairs and exercise for a few minutes, which is a step in the right direction. Reclaim some of that dipping time I no longer need.

Jack

[daddioof5]

Thanks for checking in on me Wayne. Made it and just roll called with flying colors. Long weekend and Sunday/Monday especially tough since the in-laws stay over to watch kids. I'm here, rough one yesterday but had my wife sit down and read the spousal support pages and withdrawal pages since she apparently had not. Had a piece of nic gum in my hand but was eventually pitched.

Sorry if this was a repeat, had started typing up to vent last night and don't know that I ever submitted.

Anywho, Happy Monday and thanks again for checking in Wayne!

Jack

'na na' - Just seemed appropriate this morning.

Awesome! Glad to see your roll call! Very tough weekend. My wife has given up on my "I'll never dip or smoke again promises"! Cant say I blame her. So I got alot of proving to do.

Congrats on the first weekend. I hear the other weekends get easier. We shall see.

Have a great Monday.

Wayne

[Snoopy]

Thanks for checking in on me Wayne. Made it and just roll called with flying colors. Long weekend and Sunday/Monday especially tough since the in-laws stay over to watch kids. I'm here, rough one yesterday but had my wife sit down and read the spousal support pages and withdrawal pages since she apparently had not. Had a piece of nic gum in my hand but was eventually pitched.

Sorry if this was a repeat, had started typing up to vent last night and don't know that I ever submitted.

Anywho, Happy Monday and thanks again for checking in Wayne!

Jack

'na na' - Just seemed appropriate this morning.

[daddioof5]

Snoopy have not seen your Monday roll call yet just checking in on you to make sure you are ok!

Wayne

[daddioof5]

Welcome Snoopy look forward to quitting with you. I have been reading everything I can on this site for the past few hours. I waited until my fifth day to join and I am heading into my first weekend without the nicotine in I cant tell you how long. Which I am sure you are in the same boat! Looking forward to posting on Monday with you that we successfuly made it thru the weekend. Good luck and stay busy!

Wayne

[Snoopy]

Great, it's a very powerful feeling knowing I have the strength of others who have been down this path. As I'm sure others can relate, your spouse can support you but they really don't understand.

I'll head over and post day 1.

Thanks!

[NowItsTime]

Thanks Tapout, nice to have someone on the same quit schedule. Been here before so that helps a little but lot different in my life too so expect new challenges. Same back at you, happy to make myself available phone or online.

As an update, moved my quit day to today. Headed down to restroom, put one huge last plug in, call it milestone so I could recognize time of last chew, and dumped can down toilet. Last act of the ceremony was to take my own dump on the kodiak I dumped out.

My quit - 10:25 am on 7 August 09

Fantastic Snoopy. Welcome to the quit. You know how bad the first few days/weeks/months suck so embrace it. Embrace the suck. You got a lot of people here who have your back so give your word every day, and don't chew. It's that simple. Tomorrow, repeat.

Here is your quit group, November 09. Some bad ass quitters in here and some quitters starting over. Post a day 1.

index.php?showtopic=2596

[Snoopy]

Thanks Tapout, nice to have someone on the same quit schedule. Been here before so that helps a little but lot different in my life too so expect new challenges. Same back at you, happy to make myself available phone or online.

As an update, moved my quit day to today. Headed down to restroom, put one huge last plug in, call it milestone so I could recognize time of last chew, and dumped can down toilet. Last act of the ceremony was to take my own dump on the kodiak I dumped out.

My quit - 10:25 am on 7 August 09

[Tapout75]

Right on man. I am on day 2 , so we are in the same boat. The last 2 days whenever i get to craving, i just look at my daughter whos 5 and think about when she gets married someday i want to be able to walk her down the aisle. If you need anything hit me up. I am always available online or by phone.