I wanted to let you all know that I have reset my quit date to today. I cannot be a member of the January No Nics because I find I need the stimulus of the nicotine. Let me explain - I am on a chemotherapy drug that has, as an unfortunate side effect, loss of energy. I was finding that I could never get enough sleep, and this was not due to depression. I was happy that my medical condition was stable, but my quality of life was suffering from chronic fatigue. The truth is, I need a stimulant. I am currently taking 7 different medications, so one more is not an option for me. I found that increasing my nicotine intake over the last week has improved my energy levels, and life is much better for me. I truly recognize the hazards of cigarette smoking, and while this has made me feel much better this last week, I realize that smoking is not an option. The additives in cigarettes are lethal.
So, for those of you who are totally anti nicotine, I can't do it at this time. For those of you who are able to support me in anti smoking, I am resetting my meter to 0, and would appreciate your support.
I will continue to visit this site, because there are some awsome people here, and you are doing a great job. I will continue my battle on both fronts, cancer and smoking, and will offer support to others as appropriate.
DL, Mr. Ed, Lainey, Teresa, Aloha, Deck, JDK and Rockstar- you have become special people in my life. Keep the quit, for me
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]3/7/2008
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 0
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 0
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $0.00
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 2 [B]Mins:[/B] 39 [B]Seconds:[/B] 14
