Worktowin's road to winning

[worktowin]

2 weeks ago I flew to Detroit to meet 3 men from my April 2013 group. I've texted all of them. Talked to one 6 or seven times. I stayed with Ryan and his family in their beautiful new house. We drank beer in the backyard and worked on some landscaping together. Nick and Ron showed up later and we piled in his parents minivan and went to watch my royals spank their tigers. Redtrain, amrmaya2, and deeznb showed up for for the game as well.

This was a trip that I will never forget. These men fought a battle alongside me, in different parts of the country, and we share a strong bond. Nick and I quit on the same day - Christmas Eve. We chatted a lot because of the coincidence. Ryan's intro struck a chord with me - he verbalized the misery all of us were living but couldn't put into words. And Ron was like a machine keeping Aprils bumps fixed and the spreadsheet in perfect order at all times. 500+ days later we were happy. We were together celebrating a good time. And we are moving forward. Ron announced Tony Gwynn's death as we were en route to the game. An awkward silence struck this motley crew as we absorbed the news. There but by the grace of god go I...

This week has been one of change for ktc. Many of us were shaken and fearful, and we as humans normally are when change falls upon us. But, change moves us forward. Challenges lead to growth. And struggles lead to triumph. This week I have spent more time communicating with ktc members than I have in the past 3 months combined. Consider that... Sounds like a pretty strong week for ktc!

As always, I'd like to thank those of you that support me and have helped me win at the only thing in life that I consistently failed at. I was sure quitting was hopeless.... And until ktc it was. And a big thank you to the moderators and admins who have worked tirelessly, and often thanklessly, to build and maintain a site that a crazy group of addicts depend on to achieve freedom. I owe you all my life, and I'm grateful everyday to be able to post roll with Ron, Ryan, nick, and the other fine men (and Sage) of April 2013.

Have a great weekend. See you on roll tomorrow.

[Done4Me]

Wow, 500 seems so far away, ODAAT right... Congrats and thanks to all the vets like yourself for supporting new quitters.

[Diesel2112]

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Damn Mike! 500 days! You are a BAD ASS in every sense of the word. I can say with complete conviction that I would not be here and quit today if you were not involved in my quit. I have had many moments where even I questioned what the hell I was thinking when I did or said something, But I have been able to count on you to call it the way it is and bring me back to center. Your quit has touched many lives. Who would have thought 2 Christmas's ago that making one of the hardest decisions would impact so many people for the good? Men here thank you, and I know some wives do as well. You have brought nothing but raw and strong quit to this place. And I for one NEEDED to see you hit 500 today. Keep going forward and we will follow along. I will quit with you all day long!

P.S...... Why do wives like you so much? :D

You my friend make since when no one else has any since. 500 days ago a half comma made no since, but now it makes total since. Am i making any since? Quit with you any day.

2:12 pm here in the Midwest. I'm sitting at a samdwich shop chowing down on something quick before heading back to the office for more nonsensical fire drills, and I decided to log in. I'm sitting here smiling over a half eaten subpar roast beef sandwich for a couple of reasons :

1. Jake - to answer your question... Wives like me because I am hotter than donut grease to the female half of the population. And some of the male half too, but I don't participate in their interest. Just saying.
2. Because general happiness and calm seems to be the new normal.

Point one is obvious, but point two isn't. 500 days ago I was miserable. 499 days ago I thought I had been hit repeatedly by a truck. Then came the fog of death that lasted a hell of a long time. But I stayed with the program, posting every day and believing those that came before me that things would get better. One day at a time, with the support of all of you, I am reaching numbers that not that long ago seemed like some sort of the impossible. Now , I am reaping the rewards and loving life.

If you are new and reading this, I am not "a special butterfly". I suffered the suck just like you are. I didn't think it would ever get better. I dreamed of dip. I avoided convenience stores for 6 months. I had night sweats ... Chills... You name it, and I probably had it. And today I'm really glad that every one of those shitty things happened to me. Because, one day at a time , with my brothers and sisters if ktc, they will never happen to me again.

I post my promise, and I keep my word.

Thank you to everyone in this board. You guys (and girls) saved my life and made it worth living. I wouldn't be here today without every one of you, and I will be here tomorrow (God willing) to post a fantastic day 501.

Thank you!

Well done, sir! You're a great asset to KTC.

Congrats my friend. I tend to be a guy of few words sometimes, but I am proud to be quit with you brother.

Thank you for being a mentor of Quit to so many on this site. People like you are what make this community work. Congrats on 5 hundy. Well done sir. Well done.

5 bills, wow congrats You bad ass. Proud as hell to quit with this man! Anyday / Everyday!

'worship' holy where in the hell has time gone 500+ holy shit keep on keeping on there are many quitters here that u have been part of their quit thanks W2W for all u do

5 bills, already? Way to bash the bitch with the lead pipe. You're one of the bad asses I told you about on your first day.

Well done, champ!!!

[traumagnet]

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Damn Mike! 500 days! You are a BAD ASS in every sense of the word. I can say with complete conviction that I would not be here and quit today if you were not involved in my quit. I have had many moments where even I questioned what the hell I was thinking when I did or said something, But I have been able to count on you to call it the way it is and bring me back to center. Your quit has touched many lives. Who would have thought 2 Christmas's ago that making one of the hardest decisions would impact so many people for the good? Men here thank you, and I know some wives do as well. You have brought nothing but raw and strong quit to this place. And I for one NEEDED to see you hit 500 today. Keep going forward and we will follow along. I will quit with you all day long!

P.S...... Why do wives like you so much? :D

You my friend make since when no one else has any since. 500 days ago a half comma made no since, but now it makes total since. Am i making any since? Quit with you any day.

2:12 pm here in the Midwest. I'm sitting at a samdwich shop chowing down on something quick before heading back to the office for more nonsensical fire drills, and I decided to log in. I'm sitting here smiling over a half eaten subpar roast beef sandwich for a couple of reasons :

1. Jake - to answer your question... Wives like me because I am hotter than donut grease to the female half of the population. And some of the male half too, but I don't participate in their interest. Just saying.
2. Because general happiness and calm seems to be the new normal.

Point one is obvious, but point two isn't. 500 days ago I was miserable. 499 days ago I thought I had been hit repeatedly by a truck. Then came the fog of death that lasted a hell of a long time. But I stayed with the program, posting every day and believing those that came before me that things would get better. One day at a time, with the support of all of you, I am reaching numbers that not that long ago seemed like some sort of the impossible. Now , I am reaping the rewards and loving life.

If you are new and reading this, I am not "a special butterfly". I suffered the suck just like you are. I didn't think it would ever get better. I dreamed of dip. I avoided convenience stores for 6 months. I had night sweats ... Chills... You name it, and I probably had it. And today I'm really glad that every one of those shitty things happened to me. Because, one day at a time , with my brothers and sisters if ktc, they will never happen to me again.

I post my promise, and I keep my word.

Thank you to everyone in this board. You guys (and girls) saved my life and made it worth living. I wouldn't be here today without every one of you, and I will be here tomorrow (God willing) to post a fantastic day 501.

Thank you!

Well done, sir! You're a great asset to KTC.

Congrats my friend. I tend to be a guy of few words sometimes, but I am proud to be quit with you brother.

Thank you for being a mentor of Quit to so many on this site. People like you are what make this community work. Congrats on 5 hundy. Well done sir. Well done.

5 bills, wow congrats You bad ass. Proud as hell to quit with this man! Anyday / Everyday!

'worship' holy where in the hell has time gone 500+ holy shit keep on keeping on there are many quitters here that u have been part of their quit thanks W2W for all u do

[Erussell]

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Damn Mike! 500 days! You are a BAD ASS in every sense of the word. I can say with complete conviction that I would not be here and quit today if you were not involved in my quit. I have had many moments where even I questioned what the hell I was thinking when I did or said something, But I have been able to count on you to call it the way it is and bring me back to center. Your quit has touched many lives. Who would have thought 2 Christmas's ago that making one of the hardest decisions would impact so many people for the good? Men here thank you, and I know some wives do as well. You have brought nothing but raw and strong quit to this place. And I for one NEEDED to see you hit 500 today. Keep going forward and we will follow along. I will quit with you all day long!

P.S...... Why do wives like you so much? :D

You my friend make since when no one else has any since. 500 days ago a half comma made no since, but now it makes total since. Am i making any since? Quit with you any day.

2:12 pm here in the Midwest. I'm sitting at a samdwich shop chowing down on something quick before heading back to the office for more nonsensical fire drills, and I decided to log in. I'm sitting here smiling over a half eaten subpar roast beef sandwich for a couple of reasons :

1. Jake - to answer your question... Wives like me because I am hotter than donut grease to the female half of the population. And some of the male half too, but I don't participate in their interest. Just saying.
2. Because general happiness and calm seems to be the new normal.

Point one is obvious, but point two isn't. 500 days ago I was miserable. 499 days ago I thought I had been hit repeatedly by a truck. Then came the fog of death that lasted a hell of a long time. But I stayed with the program, posting every day and believing those that came before me that things would get better. One day at a time, with the support of all of you, I am reaching numbers that not that long ago seemed like some sort of the impossible. Now , I am reaping the rewards and loving life.

If you are new and reading this, I am not "a special butterfly". I suffered the suck just like you are. I didn't think it would ever get better. I dreamed of dip. I avoided convenience stores for 6 months. I had night sweats ... Chills... You name it, and I probably had it. And today I'm really glad that every one of those shitty things happened to me. Because, one day at a time , with my brothers and sisters if ktc, they will never happen to me again.

I post my promise, and I keep my word.

Thank you to everyone in this board. You guys (and girls) saved my life and made it worth living. I wouldn't be here today without every one of you, and I will be here tomorrow (God willing) to post a fantastic day 501.

Thank you!

Well done, sir! You're a great asset to KTC.

Congrats my friend. I tend to be a guy of few words sometimes, but I am proud to be quit with you brother.

Thank you for being a mentor of Quit to so many on this site. People like you are what make this community work. Congrats on 5 hundy.  Well done sir. Well done.

5 bills, wow congrats You bad ass. Proud as hell to quit with this man! Anyday / Everyday!

[KC_Guy]

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Damn Mike! 500 days! You are a BAD ASS in every sense of the word. I can say with complete conviction that I would not be here and quit today if you were not involved in my quit. I have had many moments where even I questioned what the hell I was thinking when I did or said something, But I have been able to count on you to call it the way it is and bring me back to center. Your quit has touched many lives. Who would have thought 2 Christmas's ago that making one of the hardest decisions would impact so many people for the good? Men here thank you, and I know some wives do as well. You have brought nothing but raw and strong quit to this place. And I for one NEEDED to see you hit 500 today. Keep going forward and we will follow along. I will quit with you all day long!

P.S...... Why do wives like you so much? :D

You my friend make since when no one else has any since. 500 days ago a half comma made no since, but now it makes total since. Am i making any since? Quit with you any day.

2:12 pm here in the Midwest. I'm sitting at a samdwich shop chowing down on something quick before heading back to the office for more nonsensical fire drills, and I decided to log in. I'm sitting here smiling over a half eaten subpar roast beef sandwich for a couple of reasons :

1. Jake - to answer your question... Wives like me because I am hotter than donut grease to the female half of the population. And some of the male half too, but I don't participate in their interest. Just saying.
2. Because general happiness and calm seems to be the new normal.

Point one is obvious, but point two isn't. 500 days ago I was miserable. 499 days ago I thought I had been hit repeatedly by a truck. Then came the fog of death that lasted a hell of a long time. But I stayed with the program, posting every day and believing those that came before me that things would get better. One day at a time, with the support of all of you, I am reaching numbers that not that long ago seemed like some sort of the impossible. Now , I am reaping the rewards and loving life.

If you are new and reading this, I am not "a special butterfly". I suffered the suck just like you are. I didn't think it would ever get better. I dreamed of dip. I avoided convenience stores for 6 months. I had night sweats ... Chills... You name it, and I probably had it. And today I'm really glad that every one of those shitty things happened to me. Because, one day at a time , with my brothers and sisters if ktc, they will never happen to me again.

I post my promise, and I keep my word.

Thank you to everyone in this board. You guys (and girls) saved my life and made it worth living. I wouldn't be here today without every one of you, and I will be here tomorrow (God willing) to post a fantastic day 501.

Thank you!

Well done, sir! You're a great asset to KTC.

Congrats my friend. I tend to be a guy of few words sometimes, but I am proud to be quit with you brother.

Thank you for being a mentor of Quit to so many on this site. People like you are what make this community work. Congrats on 5 hundy. Well done sir. Well done.

[Its_Got2Happen]

congrats on 500. Great to have you in the Fog cutter group. Your support is amazing. You post in more groups than anyone else that I know of on here. Keep it up man. I am right behind you.

[Jlud007]

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Damn Mike! 500 days! You are a BAD ASS in every sense of the word. I can say with complete conviction that I would not be here and quit today if you were not involved in my quit. I have had many moments where even I questioned what the hell I was thinking when I did or said something, But I have been able to count on you to call it the way it is and bring me back to center. Your quit has touched many lives. Who would have thought 2 Christmas's ago that making one of the hardest decisions would impact so many people for the good? Men here thank you, and I know some wives do as well. You have brought nothing but raw and strong quit to this place. And I for one NEEDED to see you hit 500 today. Keep going forward and we will follow along. I will quit with you all day long!

P.S...... Why do wives like you so much? :D

You my friend make since when no one else has any since. 500 days ago a half comma made no since, but now it makes total since. Am i making any since? Quit with you any day.

2:12 pm here in the Midwest. I'm sitting at a samdwich shop chowing down on something quick before heading back to the office for more nonsensical fire drills, and I decided to log in. I'm sitting here smiling over a half eaten subpar roast beef sandwich for a couple of reasons :

1. Jake - to answer your question... Wives like me because I am hotter than donut grease to the female half of the population. And some of the male half too, but I don't participate in their interest. Just saying.
2. Because general happiness and calm seems to be the new normal.

Point one is obvious, but point two isn't. 500 days ago I was miserable. 499 days ago I thought I had been hit repeatedly by a truck. Then came the fog of death that lasted a hell of a long time. But I stayed with the program, posting every day and believing those that came before me that things would get better. One day at a time, with the support of all of you, I am reaching numbers that not that long ago seemed like some sort of the impossible. Now , I am reaping the rewards and loving life.

If you are new and reading this, I am not "a special butterfly". I suffered the suck just like you are. I didn't think it would ever get better. I dreamed of dip. I avoided convenience stores for 6 months. I had night sweats ... Chills... You name it, and I probably had it. And today I'm really glad that every one of those shitty things happened to me. Because, one day at a time , with my brothers and sisters if ktc, they will never happen to me again.

I post my promise, and I keep my word.

Thank you to everyone in this board. You guys (and girls) saved my life and made it worth living. I wouldn't be here today without every one of you, and I will be here tomorrow (God willing) to post a fantastic day 501.

Thank you!

Well done, sir! You're a great asset to KTC.

Congrats my friend. I tend to be a guy of few words sometimes, but I am proud to be quit with you brother.

[Minny]

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Damn Mike! 500 days! You are a BAD ASS in every sense of the word. I can say with complete conviction that I would not be here and quit today if you were not involved in my quit. I have had many moments where even I questioned what the hell I was thinking when I did or said something, But I have been able to count on you to call it the way it is and bring me back to center. Your quit has touched many lives. Who would have thought 2 Christmas's ago that making one of the hardest decisions would impact so many people for the good? Men here thank you, and I know some wives do as well. You have brought nothing but raw and strong quit to this place. And I for one NEEDED to see you hit 500 today. Keep going forward and we will follow along. I will quit with you all day long!

P.S...... Why do wives like you so much? :D

You my friend make since when no one else has any since. 500 days ago a half comma made no since, but now it makes total since. Am i making any since? Quit with you any day.

2:12 pm here in the Midwest. I'm sitting at a samdwich shop chowing down on something quick before heading back to the office for more nonsensical fire drills, and I decided to log in. I'm sitting here smiling over a half eaten subpar roast beef sandwich for a couple of reasons :

1. Jake - to answer your question... Wives like me because I am hotter than donut grease to the female half of the population. And some of the male half too, but I don't participate in their interest. Just saying.
2. Because general happiness and calm seems to be the new normal.

Point one is obvious, but point two isn't. 500 days ago I was miserable. 499 days ago I thought I had been hit repeatedly by a truck. Then came the fog of death that lasted a hell of a long time. But I stayed with the program, posting every day and believing those that came before me that things would get better. One day at a time, with the support of all of you, I am reaching numbers that not that long ago seemed like some sort of the impossible. Now , I am reaping the rewards and loving life.

If you are new and reading this, I am not "a special butterfly". I suffered the suck just like you are. I didn't think it would ever get better. I dreamed of dip. I avoided convenience stores for 6 months. I had night sweats ... Chills... You name it, and I probably had it. And today I'm really glad that every one of those shitty things happened to me. Because, one day at a time , with my brothers and sisters if ktc, they will never happen to me again.

I post my promise, and I keep my word.

Thank you to everyone in this board. You guys (and girls) saved my life and made it worth living. I wouldn't be here today without every one of you, and I will be here tomorrow (God willing) to post a fantastic day 501.

Thank you!

Well done, sir! You're a great asset to KTC.

[worktowin]

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Damn Mike! 500 days! You are a BAD ASS in every sense of the word. I can say with complete conviction that I would not be here and quit today if you were not involved in my quit. I have had many moments where even I questioned what the hell I was thinking when I did or said something, But I have been able to count on you to call it the way it is and bring me back to center. Your quit has touched many lives. Who would have thought 2 Christmas's ago that making one of the hardest decisions would impact so many people for the good? Men here thank you, and I know some wives do as well. You have brought nothing but raw and strong quit to this place. And I for one NEEDED to see you hit 500 today. Keep going forward and we will follow along. I will quit with you all day long!

P.S...... Why do wives like you so much? :D

You my friend make since when no one else has any since. 500 days ago a half comma made no since, but now it makes total since. Am i making any since? Quit with you any day.

2:12 pm here in the Midwest. I'm sitting at a samdwich shop chowing down on something quick before heading back to the office for more nonsensical fire drills, and I decided to log in. I'm sitting here smiling over a half eaten subpar roast beef sandwich for a couple of reasons :

1. Jake - to answer your question... Wives like me because I am hotter than donut grease to the female half of the population. And some of the male half too, but I don't participate in their interest. Just saying.
2. Because general happiness and calm seems to be the new normal.

Point one is obvious, but point two isn't. 500 days ago I was miserable. 499 days ago I thought I had been hit repeatedly by a truck. Then came the fog of death that lasted a hell of a long time. But I stayed with the program, posting every day and believing those that came before me that things would get better. One day at a time, with the support of all of you, I am reaching numbers that not that long ago seemed like some sort of the impossible. Now , I am reaping the rewards and loving life.

If you are new and reading this, I am not "a special butterfly". I suffered the suck just like you are. I didn't think it would ever get better. I dreamed of dip. I avoided convenience stores for 6 months. I had night sweats ... Chills... You name it, and I probably had it. And today I'm really glad that every one of those shitty things happened to me. Because, one day at a time , with my brothers and sisters if ktc, they will never happen to me again.

I post my promise, and I keep my word.

Thank you to everyone in this board. You guys (and girls) saved my life and made it worth living. I wouldn't be here today without every one of you, and I will be here tomorrow (God willing) to post a fantastic day 501.

Thank you!

[srans]

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Damn Mike! 500 days! You are a BAD ASS in every sense of the word. I can say with complete conviction that I would not be here and quit today if you were not involved in my quit. I have had many moments where even I questioned what the hell I was thinking when I did or said something, But I have been able to count on you to call it the way it is and bring me back to center. Your quit has touched many lives. Who would have thought 2 Christmas's ago that making one of the hardest decisions would impact so many people for the good? Men here thank you, and I know some wives do as well. You have brought nothing but raw and strong quit to this place. And I for one NEEDED to see you hit 500 today. Keep going forward and we will follow along. I will quit with you all day long!

P.S...... Why do wives like you so much? :D

You my friend make sense when no one else has any sense. 500 days ago a half comma made no sense, but now it makes total sense. Am i making any sense? Quit with you any day.

[jake frawley]

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Damn Mike! 500 days! You are a BAD ASS in every sense of the word. I can say with complete conviction that I would not be here and quit today if you were not involved in my quit. I have had many moments where even I questioned what the hell I was thinking when I did or said something, But I have been able to count on you to call it the way it is and bring me back to center. Your quit has touched many lives. Who would have thought 2 Christmas's ago that making one of the hardest decisions would impact so many people for the good? Men here thank you, and I know some wives do as well. You have brought nothing but raw and strong quit to this place. And I for one NEEDED to see you hit 500 today. Keep going forward and we will follow along. I will quit with you all day long!

P.S...... Why do wives like you so much? :D

[jbradley]

Great work on 500 days. You have been a great supporter and have talked me off the ledge a couple of times. Thank you for everything you do for quit everywhere.

Happy half comma to the guy with the ability to cut to the heart of the issue and consistently deliver solid support and advice as needed. Really, hats off and thank you for all you've done for my quit and hundreds others.

Nice 500. You are a badass quitter!

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Half a comma...that is so Damn Cool. Congrats. You totally epitomize the 3 words on the coin Worktowin! enjoy your day, you certainly have earned it.

Congrats, W2W! 500 days is unbelievable!

Half commas are awesome!

[Doc Chewfree]

Great work on 500 days. You have been a great supporter and have talked me off the ledge a couple of times. Thank you for everything you do for quit everywhere.

Happy half comma to the guy with the ability to cut to the heart of the issue and consistently deliver solid support and advice as needed. Really, hats off and thank you for all you've done for my quit and hundreds others.

Nice 500. You are a badass quitter!

no ass grabbing on 1/2 comma day


'oh yeah'

Half a comma...that is so Damn Cool. Congrats. You totally epitomize the 3 words on the coin Worktowin! enjoy your day, you certainly have earned it.

Congrats, W2W! 500 days is unbelievable!

[rdad]

Great work on 500 days. You have been a great supporter and have talked me off the ledge a couple of times. Thank you for everything you do for quit everywhere.

Happy half comma to the guy with the ability to cut to the heart of the issue and consistently deliver solid support and advice as needed. Really, hats off and thank you for all you've done for my quit and hundreds others.

Nice 500. You are a badass quitter!

no ass grabbing on 1/2 comma day


'oh yeah'

Half a comma...that is so Damn Cool. Congrats. You totally epitomize the 3 words on the coin Worktowin! enjoy your day, you certainly have earned it.