Day 2

[iizphilister]

Hey brother!

Thank you so much for te inspiration for this Ode. Brotherhood is indeed one of the most important aspects of a successful quit. Damn proud to be quit with you. Stay strong, stay quit. Keep it real!!

Ode to Brotherhood

I never joined a frat, but this I know,
Their bond is strong, as brotherhoods go!
When seen together either day or night,
These brothers stick together, prepared for a fight.
There is no relation, their not bound by blood,
But wherever they are, they'll show their brothers some love.
And here on KTC, we have a brotherhood too!
We stand with each other; our quit to get through.
In fact I say there's no stronger bond to see.
Than that of our brothers keeping each other nic free.
We do it by txt, posting roll, and through chat.
Our battle is for life, and we're never turning back!
But unlike the frat, there are sisters among us.
We love 'em like family, even if they do fuss!
We battle the nic, like a well practiced team.
And look closely at that word, there's no "I" to be seen.
Truth be told, we know we can't win them all,
But that's not gonna stop us from answering the call.
So ERUSSELL you're right, this topic was ideal!
Shout out to you my brother, thanks for keeping it real!

[Erussell]

Ok you guys have been so supportive of me today I hate to damper. But I read a post on Srans thread (whom is a bad ass I would follow to the end) that broke my heart about the guy dipping with his little boy.

It almost brings me to tears and makes me sick at my stomach that the very kid living in my house (my 18 yr old brother-in-law) who i have to move cans and spitbottles around becuase of, dips largely due to me. That's heavy on my heart, all I can do now is show him a more manly way to live his life and hope he catches on. He is such a fantastic young man too! So sins yes I have committed plenty and you can see one of the reasons I am so passionate about my quit!

Admitting my responsibility for this has been hard for me and impossible until tonight. More than just ourselves depend on what we are doing here in this brotherhood folks. I quit with you bad asses.

Many, many people look up to you. You have made a big difference to many of the members on this site. Your brother in law can surely see the passion, dedication, leadership, and pride you have shown throughout the past 51 days. And it only gets better from here. I can't imagine a better role model. You can't quit for him, he can't quit for you. It is his decision, but just as you show us the light, you can show him the light.

Keep up the fine work.

Oh, one more thing... Tonight I read your first post and almost started laughing. Dude, you would go apeshit crazy if someone posted they were on the patch right now!!! Look at how far you've come!!!

I just went back and read that, your right and I did laugh. I would likely hurt myself trying to generate and type out a response to that post, in fact I would probably have to pass and post after a few of you more seasoned guys and the vets chimed in 'crackup' Lmfao ha ha ha ha oh..... how this site has changed me!
And thank you for the words of encouragement I have taken them to heart bro! I quit with you.

[worktowin]

Ok you guys have been so supportive of me today I hate to damper. But I read a post on Srans thread (whom is a bad ass I would follow to the end) that broke my heart about the guy dipping with his little boy.

It almost brings me to tears and makes me sick at my stomach that the very kid living in my house (my 18 yr old brother-in-law) who i have to move cans and spitbottles around becuase of, dips largely due to me. That's heavy on my heart, all I can do now is show him a more manly way to live his life and hope he catches on. He is such a fantastic young man too! So sins yes I have committed plenty and you can see one of the reasons I am so passionate about my quit!

Admitting my responsibility for this has been hard for me and impossible until tonight. More than just ourselves depend on what we are doing here in this brotherhood folks. I quit with you bad asses.

Many, many people look up to you. You have made a big difference to many of the members on this site. Your brother in law can surely see the passion, dedication, leadership, and pride you have shown throughout the past 51 days. And it only gets better from here. I can't imagine a better role model. You can't quit for him, he can't quit for you. It is his decision, but just as you show us the light, you can show him the light.

Keep up the fine work.

Oh, one more thing... Tonight I read your first post and almost started laughing. Dude, you would go apeshit crazy if someone posted they were on the patch right now!!! Look at how far you've come!!!

[worktowin]

Ok you guys have been so supportive of me today I hate to damper. But I read a post on Srans thread (whom is a bad ass I would follow to the end) that broke my heart about the guy dipping with his little boy.

It almost brings me to tears and makes me sick at my stomach that the very kid living in my house (my 18 yr old brother-in-law) who i have to move cans and spitbottles around becuase of, dips largely due to me. That's heavy on my heart, all I can do now is show him a more manly way to live his life and hope he catches on. He is such a fantastic young man too! So sins yes I have committed plenty and you can see one of the reasons I am so passionate about my quit!

Admitting my responsibility for this has been hard for me and impossible until tonight. More than just ourselves depend on what we are doing here in this brotherhood folks. I quit with you bad asses.

Many, many people look up to you. You have made a big difference to many of the members on this site. Your brother in law can surely see the passion, dedication, leadership, and pride you have shown throughout the past 51 days. And it only gets better from here. I can't imagine a better role model. You can't quit for him, he can't quit for you. It is his decision, but just as you show us the light, you can show him the light.

Keep up the fine work.

[Erussell]

Ok you guys have been so supportive of me today I hate to damper. But I read a post on Srans thread (whom is a bad ass I would follow to the end) that broke my heart about the guy dipping with his little boy.

It almost brings me to tears and makes me sick at my stomach that the very kid living in my house (my 18 yr old brother-in-law) who i have to move cans and spitbottles around becuase of, dips largely due to me. That's heavy on my heart, all I can do now is show him a more manly way to live his life and hope he catches on. He is such a fantastic young man too! So sins yes I have committed plenty and you can see one of the reasons I am so passionate about my quit!

Admitting my responsibility for this has been hard for me and impossible until tonight. More than just ourselves depend on what we are doing here in this brotherhood folks. I quit with you bad asses.

[Erussell]

Wow guys what kind statements. I am a quitter just like each of you, no more - no less. I can be a little passionate at times lol. I have traded one addiction for another, I am now addicted to quitting, seriously! You guys are such bad ass quit brothers you make it easy to want to involved. I Thank all you guys! I am overwhelmed by each of your comments especially your support. I quit with you bad asses!

[Jungleland]

Ditto. I appreciate you reaching out to me and others. Leading by example. Great job. You've been helpful with my quit, what more could a fellow bad ass ask for.

[jake frawley]

You are an inspiration to all of us August badasses. I cant tell you how many times I come on these boards and read one of your posts and it just fires me up to stay quit. You are a bad mofo erussel. I quit with you anyday bro.

X100. Agree wholeheartedly

[KC_Guy]

You are an inspiration to all of us August badasses. I cant tell you how many times I come on these boards and read one of your posts and it just fires me up to stay quit. You are a bad mofo erussel. I quit with you anyday bro.

[Erussell]

Srans, Jayhawk, truamagnet and all you guys that sent me PMs posted with me and sent me text thanks guys, I can tell you that it is the brotherhood and accountability to that hood that has made this possible. I am so proud of myself, I can't even tell you guys! The ones before, thank you for the paved road and the ones after, follow us we will show you the way to freedom. KTC Thank you, each of you. quit on!

[srans]

A little late, but good job on the 50+1 mark. Proud of you bro....

[Jayhawk]

Congrats on 50 days! Half Way. You are paving the way for guys like me. Keep going brother - I quit with you!

[traumagnet]

Mr Eruss,
Half way to the HOF proud of ya man keep up the good work odaat, payin it forward and backwards...quit with you any damn day Bro

[worktowin]

Jake  erussell - just wanted to take a minute this morning to thank both of you. Erussell is probably the most positive new quitter I've seen on here and is a true leader in every respect. Jake pissed me off, and I think I may have even called his cave pathetic... But the resolve and dedication along with honesty and accountability has regained my complete respect.

There are probably 8 people of this site that have been key to my 165 days of success this far. The others know who they are. Welcome to the list.

The message here is... Your quit is more than your quit. Keep it up men!

[Erussell]

You played a valuable roll to ktc you know. You coming back showed that people should not be so quick to give up on an individual. You helped me to see that maybe there is still hope sometimes. Bottom line, a lot of us are not on this sight for money, recognition, glory or bored. I'm here to help people and at the same time it helps me stay quit. I like being part of something bigger than me. Thanks for coming back,, you may be savings someones life. Glad to be quit with you.


Wisdome words!!!! Srans your a BA. I agree thank you Jake!