New Quitter

[Wt57]

Day 236 - 3/7/14

I am two days away from my first Nicotine free birthday since I turned 12.  Although I am very excited for this next milestone I am down right embarrassed to admit that shit.  What kind of idiot start an nasty addiction at that age?  What kind of asshole would condone someone at the age of 12 starting that habit?  How can an Eagle Scout, a retired Marine, a father, a professional man let some little piece of shit weed control their life for that long?

Oh well, fuck it I am quit today and that is going strong for 236 days now, we are taught not to look ahead and see the future but the past is a great reminder of why I am quit.  My own son will turn 12 this month too, and all I can hope is that he is smarter than his dumbass old man was/is.

On a lighter note, I have been driving my new truck now for a little over a week.  It is quite nice not having that Copenhagen smell, finding those little dip turds dried up all over the place (in the glove box, center console, door panel, ashtray, carpet...).

I look forward to many more hurdles, milestones and more of these happy days taking my life back from addictions and afflictions.

P

Happy Birthday Pinched!

Congrats on the nic free Birthday, the new car  the kick ass example for your boy. So many of us are walking the same path, trying to set better examples for our kids.....

The past is a good reminder however, I really like this quote:
"When I am anxious it is because I am living in the future. When I am depressed it is because I am living in the past. ~Author Unknown"
Life should be more like a car windshield, a lot of area devoted to looking at where you are and a very small amount devoted to a rear view mirror.

[golfpro9696]

Day 236 - 3/7/14

I am two days away from my first Nicotine free birthday since I turned 12. Although I am very excited for this next milestone I am down right embarrassed to admit that shit. What kind of idiot start an nasty addiction at that age? What kind of asshole would condone someone at the age of 12 starting that habit? How can an Eagle Scout, a retired Marine, a father, a professional man let some little piece of shit weed control their life for that long?

Oh well, fuck it I am quit today and that is going strong for 236 days now, we are taught not to look ahead and see the future but the past is a great reminder of why I am quit. My own son will turn 12 this month too, and all I can hope is that he is smarter than his dumbass old man was/is.

On a lighter note, I have been driving my new truck now for a little over a week. It is quite nice not having that Copenhagen smell, finding those little dip turds dried up all over the place (in the glove box, center console, door panel, ashtray, carpet...).

I look forward to many more hurdles, milestones and more of these happy days taking my life back from addictions and afflictions.

P

Happy Birthday Pinched!

Congrats on the nic free Birthday, the new car  the kick ass example for your boy. So many of us are walking the same path, trying to set better examples for our kids.....

[rdad]

Day 236 - 3/7/14

I am two days away from my first Nicotine free birthday since I turned 12.  Although I am very excited for this next milestone I am down right embarrassed to admit that shit.  What kind of idiot start an nasty addiction at that age?  What kind of asshole would condone someone at the age of 12 starting that habit?  How can an Eagle Scout, a retired Marine, a father, a professional man let some little piece of shit weed control their life for that long?

Oh well, fuck it I am quit today and that is going strong for 236 days now, we are taught not to look ahead and see the future but the past is a great reminder of why I am quit.  My own son will turn 12 this month too, and all I can hope is that he is smarter than his dumbass old man was/is.

On a lighter note, I have been driving my new truck now for a little over a week.  It is quite nice not having that Copenhagen smell, finding those little dip turds dried up all over the place (in the glove box, center console, door panel, ashtray, carpet...).

I look forward to many more hurdles, milestones and more of these happy days taking my life back from addictions and afflictions.

P

Looking forward to being right there with you buddy- crusing the adventure of whatever life throws. Your son has a good start, and that's all you can do for him. You're a natural leader and give so much to this little community of life saving heros. Glad to know you'll be around for a long time.

And, enjoy that Birthday!

Your son is a lucky Kid to have a Father like you!

[brettlees]

Day 236 - 3/7/14

I am two days away from my first Nicotine free birthday since I turned 12. Although I am very excited for this next milestone I am down right embarrassed to admit that shit. What kind of idiot start an nasty addiction at that age? What kind of asshole would condone someone at the age of 12 starting that habit? How can an Eagle Scout, a retired Marine, a father, a professional man let some little piece of shit weed control their life for that long?

Oh well, fuck it I am quit today and that is going strong for 236 days now, we are taught not to look ahead and see the future but the past is a great reminder of why I am quit. My own son will turn 12 this month too, and all I can hope is that he is smarter than his dumbass old man was/is.

On a lighter note, I have been driving my new truck now for a little over a week. It is quite nice not having that Copenhagen smell, finding those little dip turds dried up all over the place (in the glove box, center console, door panel, ashtray, carpet...).

I look forward to many more hurdles, milestones and more of these happy days taking my life back from addictions and afflictions.

P

Looking forward to being right there with you buddy- crusing the adventure of whatever life throws. Your son has a good start, and that's all you can do for him. You're a natural leader and give so much to this little community of life saving heros. Glad to know you'll be around for a long time.

And, enjoy that Birthday!

[Winter Green]

Day 236 - 3/7/14

I am two days away from my first Nicotine free birthday since I turned 12. Although I am very excited for this next milestone I am down right embarrassed to admit that shit. What kind of idiot start an nasty addiction at that age? What kind of asshole would condone someone at the age of 12 starting that habit? How can an Eagle Scout, a retired Marine, a father, a professional man let some little piece of shit weed control their life for that long?

Oh well, fuck it I am quit today and that is going strong for 236 days now, we are taught not to look ahead and see the future but the past is a great reminder of why I am quit. My own son will turn 12 this month too, and all I can hope is that he is smarter than his dumbass old man was/is.

On a lighter note, I have been driving my new truck now for a little over a week. It is quite nice not having that Copenhagen smell, finding those little dip turds dried up all over the place (in the glove box, center console, door panel, ashtray, carpet...).

I look forward to many more hurdles, milestones and more of these happy days taking my life back from addictions and afflictions.

P

Kick ass Pinched. You are a bad ass quitter and you are a leader on KTC. You inspire me and give me quit wood :wub: Keep up all that you do. Not only quitting yourself but giving back to the KTC community on a daily basis. Somebody get this guy a beer!! Oh yeah Ill buy you one if you put together that st.louis meet!!

Quit on big dog

WG

[Pinched]

Day 236 - 3/7/14

I am two days away from my first Nicotine free birthday since I turned 12. Although I am very excited for this next milestone I am down right embarrassed to admit that shit. What kind of idiot start an nasty addiction at that age? What kind of asshole would condone someone at the age of 12 starting that habit? How can an Eagle Scout, a retired Marine, a father, a professional man let some little piece of shit weed control their life for that long?

Oh well, fuck it I am quit today and that is going strong for 236 days now, we are taught not to look ahead and see the future but the past is a great reminder of why I am quit. My own son will turn 12 this month too, and all I can hope is that he is smarter than his dumbass old man was/is.

On a lighter note, I have been driving my new truck now for a little over a week. It is quite nice not having that Copenhagen smell, finding those little dip turds dried up all over the place (in the glove box, center console, door panel, ashtray, carpet...).

I look forward to many more hurdles, milestones and more of these happy days taking my life back from addictions and afflictions.

P

[Evil_Won]

Day 222 - 2/21/14

Sick and tired...OK quitters what the fuck?  I have read a week's worth of bullshit on here and frankly I am glad that I can say that my decision 222 days ago was made by me and with no plan B.  I quit because I wanted to, and I really really wanted to.  It took a couple of weeks before I starting really drinking the KTC Kool-Aide.  Then I started exchanging numbers, using the KTC tools provided and the finally decided that meeting some quitters would be a good idea. 

It turns out I was wrong, meeting fellow quitters was a great idea.  I have met some men on here (sounds really ghey) that are by far some of the most stand up men I have met since my service.  I know that those guys, the ones that I text with regularly and my fellow Duck Fips will always be there to pull or poke me.

You get from this site what you put into it, kind of like life.  You may make your own choices and although they may cause emotions or reconsiderations there is nothing that you can do to hamper my quit.  I am quit today and frankly I like being able to say that as well as enjoy the gift of life.

My words of wisdom to all on here is do what you can to, take what you can take but understand that all of us are here for support.  Exchange numbers, when offered to meet a quitter take them up on it.  Watch the Quitter Get Together section and get active in your area.

The real people of KTC are the lifeblood here, you cannot get this kind of coaching, encouragement or counseling for free anywhere else.  So use the tools and take advantage of this path which is clearly laid out in front of you.

P

Nice. Well said. Stay Ghey and stay quit. 'archer'

Agree with  and Mthomas. The people here make it worth coming back everyday.

[Mthomas3824]

Day 222 - 2/21/14

Sick and tired...OK quitters what the fuck? I have read a week's worth of bullshit on here and frankly I am glad that I can say that my decision 222 days ago was made by me and with no plan B. I quit because I wanted to, and I really really wanted to. It took a couple of weeks before I starting really drinking the KTC Kool-Aide. Then I started exchanging numbers, using the KTC tools provided and the finally decided that meeting some quitters would be a good idea.

It turns out I was wrong, meeting fellow quitters was a great idea. I have met some men on here (sounds really ghey) that are by far some of the most stand up men I have met since my service. I know that those guys, the ones that I text with regularly and my fellow Duck Fips will always be there to pull or poke me.

You get from this site what you put into it, kind of like life. You may make your own choices and although they may cause emotions or reconsiderations there is nothing that you can do to hamper my quit. I am quit today and frankly I like being able to say that as well as enjoy the gift of life.

My words of wisdom to all on here is do what you can to, take what you can take but understand that all of us are here for support. Exchange numbers, when offered to meet a quitter take them up on it. Watch the Quitter Get Together section and get active in your area.

The real people of KTC are the lifeblood here, you cannot get this kind of coaching, encouragement or counseling for free anywhere else. So use the tools and take advantage of this path which is clearly laid out in front of you.

P

Nice. Well said. Stay Ghey and stay quit. 'archer'

[duathman]

I need some money.

[Pinched]

Day 222 - 2/21/14

Sick and tired...OK quitters what the fuck? I have read a week's worth of bullshit on here and frankly I am glad that I can say that my decision 222 days ago was made by me and with no plan B. I quit because I wanted to, and I really really wanted to. It took a couple of weeks before I starting really drinking the KTC Kool-Aide. Then I started exchanging numbers, using the KTC tools provided and the finally decided that meeting some quitters would be a good idea.

It turns out I was wrong, meeting fellow quitters was a great idea. I have met some men on here (sounds really ghey) that are by far some of the most stand up men I have met since my service. I know that those guys, the ones that I text with regularly and my fellow Duck Fips will always be there to pull or poke me.

You get from this site what you put into it, kind of like life. You may make your own choices and although they may cause emotions or reconsiderations there is nothing that you can do to hamper my quit. I am quit today and frankly I like being able to say that as well as enjoy the gift of life.

My words of wisdom to all on here is do what you can to, take what you can take but understand that all of us are here for support. Exchange numbers, when offered to meet a quitter take them up on it. Watch the Quitter Get Together section and get active in your area.

The real people of KTC are the lifeblood here, you cannot get this kind of coaching, encouragement or counseling for free anywhere else. So use the tools and take advantage of this path which is clearly laid out in front of you.

P

[brettlees]

Day 214 - 2/13/14
Traveling for work sucked ass this week. Delays due to "Polar Vortex Version 2", meetings for work that were non-fucking stop, and then again having a damn dead battery when arriving at the car lot. Again, travel sucks, but the Quit life is great.

As I was feeling low I took the time to send a text to a quitter who reached day 7 today, again this was during my battery being dead and me waiting on a jump, Text simple stated "How you doing?"

A few brief replies followed confirming that he was Quit, and he was feeling OK (not great but OK). That kind of news instantly made me feel better because I felt great just knowing that he was quit. I went home disgusted with my truck and ready to take it for a long drive off a short pier, but got to sleep in my own bed.

This AM that same quitter sends me a text thanking me for my brief text the night prior. Little does he know or understand know that his text to me did as much for me as it may have done for him. So all quitters take note, if you want to insure your quit is a real quit remember that the KTC forum is a great toolbox and has many a tool in it (both good and bad) the personal connections go well beyond a keyboard.

P

Where's the "like" button when you need it? Inspring at just the right time. Thank you for posting!

[Pinched]

Day 214 - 2/13/14
Traveling for work sucked ass this week. Delays due to "Polar Vortex Version 2", meetings for work that were non-fucking stop, and then again having a damn dead battery when arriving at the car lot. Again, travel sucks, but the Quit life is great.

As I was feeling low I took the time to send a text to a quitter who reached day 7 today, again this was during my battery being dead and me waiting on a jump, Text simple stated "How you doing?"

A few brief replies followed confirming that he was Quit, and he was feeling OK (not great but OK). That kind of news instantly made me feel better because I felt great just knowing that he was quit. I went home disgusted with my truck and ready to take it for a long drive off a short pier, but got to sleep in my own bed.

This AM that same quitter sends me a text thanking me for my brief text the night prior. Little does he know or understand know that his text to me did as much for me as it may have done for him. So all quitters take note, if you want to insure your quit is a real quit remember that the KTC forum is a great toolbox and has many a tool in it (both good and bad) the personal connections go well beyond a keyboard.

P

[rdad]

Day 208 - 2/7/14
Reaching out...

The last couple of days I have noticed myself doing a lot of reaching out.  No not reaching around you sick fucks!

Yesterday I reached out to a quitter that affected my quit early on.  He was well into his quit when he decided to start fucking with me.  Now I refer to him as the brother I never wanted but I believe that he knows that is total bullshit.  He is a great man, one that no matter what I could always count on him being there to say something that would make me laugh.  It just so happens that we both call the same state home.

Today I get a text from another quitter whom simply said that he was having an urge or craving.  Although he blamed it all on a medical treatment, I helped him see that Proper Preparation Prevents Piss Poor Performance.  He will continue to hit a +1 tomorrow.

Today a brother Duck Fip of mine that caved, came back.  Although, he caved I called his ass to the carpet and he answered the questions.  Though, his answers may not be what mien would have been, he answered them.  Then he and I exchanged numbers.  I pointed out that if he had toed the line that he would be on day 200 today in lieu of 1.  Man that would fucking suck.  However, he is making a mends and I have agreed to walk this trail with him.

Other quitters that I watched do or achieve something amazing I simply sent a text or PM to, saying congrats.  Vets, remember when you hit your HOF date and people damn near stood in line to congratulate you?  Continue to reach out to others to do the same. 

Plus let's be honest regardless of what day number you are on you need to remember that helping another quitter not only helps them but it helps heal you too.  Talk about a direct reminder.  We all have the addict behaviors sewn into our being after years of being just that, addicts.

Newbies, veterans and all quitters; from the bottom of my heart I thank you.  If not for all of you I would be that moron in line at the cash register asking to pay way too much money for a can of shit that can fuck up my life.  Thanks to KTC I too can say  'Finger' UST!

P

Great read pinch. It has been my pleasure to walk with you down quit road. This is bigger then any one of us.

Pinched
Thanks for writing that. I know that newbies are always in good hands as long as you are around. You have the best way of getting us on the right track right away. Its a little overwhelming at first joining a group like this. What you did for me in the beginning helped me immensely! This site would be nothing without guys like you and all the others that could have moved on but didn't.
Thanks!

Us veterans (if I can call myself that) would be nothing if it weren't for all the newbies constantly reminding us of all those early days too. So this is totally a two way street, but thank you very much kind sir.

Nice read pinched

Just like rdad said, you helped me through the fog tremendously. I'm just now getting the hang of the site and feel like I'm trying to "pay it forward" like so many have done to me. Thanks and thanks to others like you that walk us through the fog so we learn to kick our own training wheels off.

I quit with you today as well

Hey Pinched! Brett said you was a bad ass. I looked up all those numbers in your signature . (I'm glad you are on our side) 'na na'

[String11]

Day 208 - 2/7/14
Reaching out...

The last couple of days I have noticed myself doing a lot of reaching out.  No not reaching around you sick fucks!

Yesterday I reached out to a quitter that affected my quit early on.  He was well into his quit when he decided to start fucking with me.  Now I refer to him as the brother I never wanted but I believe that he knows that is total bullshit.  He is a great man, one that no matter what I could always count on him being there to say something that would make me laugh.  It just so happens that we both call the same state home.

Today I get a text from another quitter whom simply said that he was having an urge or craving.  Although he blamed it all on a medical treatment, I helped him see that Proper Preparation Prevents Piss Poor Performance.  He will continue to hit a +1 tomorrow.

Today a brother Duck Fip of mine that caved, came back.  Although, he caved I called his ass to the carpet and he answered the questions.  Though, his answers may not be what mien would have been, he answered them.  Then he and I exchanged numbers.  I pointed out that if he had toed the line that he would be on day 200 today in lieu of 1.  Man that would fucking suck.  However, he is making a mends and I have agreed to walk this trail with him.

Other quitters that I watched do or achieve something amazing I simply sent a text or PM to, saying congrats.  Vets, remember when you hit your HOF date and people damn near stood in line to congratulate you?  Continue to reach out to others to do the same. 

Plus let's be honest regardless of what day number you are on you need to remember that helping another quitter not only helps them but it helps heal you too.  Talk about a direct reminder.  We all have the addict behaviors sewn into our being after years of being just that, addicts.

Newbies, veterans and all quitters; from the bottom of my heart I thank you.  If not for all of you I would be that moron in line at the cash register asking to pay way too much money for a can of shit that can fuck up my life.  Thanks to KTC I too can say  'Finger' UST!

P

Great read pinch. It has been my pleasure to walk with you down quit road. This is bigger then any one of us.

Pinched
Thanks for writing that. I know that newbies are always in good hands as long as you are around. You have the best way of getting us on the right track right away. Its a little overwhelming at first joining a group like this. What you did for me in the beginning helped me immensely! This site would be nothing without guys like you and all the others that could have moved on but didn't.
Thanks!

Us veterans (if I can call myself that) would be nothing if it weren't for all the newbies constantly reminding us of all those early days too. So this is totally a two way street, but thank you very much kind sir.

Nice read pinched

Just like rdad said, you helped me through the fog tremendously. I'm just now getting the hang of the site and feel like I'm trying to "pay it forward" like so many have done to me. Thanks and thanks to others like you that walk us through the fog so we learn to kick our own training wheels off.

I quit with you today as well

[Grizzlyhasclaws]

Day 208 - 2/7/14
Reaching out...

The last couple of days I have noticed myself doing a lot of reaching out.  No not reaching around you sick fucks!

Yesterday I reached out to a quitter that affected my quit early on.  He was well into his quit when he decided to start fucking with me.  Now I refer to him as the brother I never wanted but I believe that he knows that is total bullshit.  He is a great man, one that no matter what I could always count on him being there to say something that would make me laugh.  It just so happens that we both call the same state home.

Today I get a text from another quitter whom simply said that he was having an urge or craving.  Although he blamed it all on a medical treatment, I helped him see that Proper Preparation Prevents Piss Poor Performance.  He will continue to hit a +1 tomorrow.

Today a brother Duck Fip of mine that caved, came back.  Although, he caved I called his ass to the carpet and he answered the questions.  Though, his answers may not be what mien would have been, he answered them.  Then he and I exchanged numbers.  I pointed out that if he had toed the line that he would be on day 200 today in lieu of 1.  Man that would fucking suck.  However, he is making a mends and I have agreed to walk this trail with him.

Other quitters that I watched do or achieve something amazing I simply sent a text or PM to, saying congrats.  Vets, remember when you hit your HOF date and people damn near stood in line to congratulate you?  Continue to reach out to others to do the same. 

Plus let's be honest regardless of what day number you are on you need to remember that helping another quitter not only helps them but it helps heal you too.  Talk about a direct reminder.  We all have the addict behaviors sewn into our being after years of being just that, addicts.

Newbies, veterans and all quitters; from the bottom of my heart I thank you.  If not for all of you I would be that moron in line at the cash register asking to pay way too much money for a can of shit that can fuck up my life.  Thanks to KTC I too can say  'Finger' UST!

P

Great read pinch. It has been my pleasure to walk with you down quit road. This is bigger then any one of us.

Pinched
Thanks for writing that. I know that newbies are always in good hands as long as you are around. You have the best way of getting us on the right track right away. Its a little overwhelming at first joining a group like this. What you did for me in the beginning helped me immensely! This site would be nothing without guys like you and all the others that could have moved on but didn't.
Thanks!

Us veterans (if I can call myself that) would be nothing if it weren't for all the newbies constantly reminding us of all those early days too. So this is totally a two way street, but thank you very much kind sir.

Nice read pinched