This is the year that my quit smoking became a background in my life. It was the year I appreciated being quit. I was free to care for myself and for others with out having to worry about taking care of my want of a cigarette. I learned other ways of dealing with life stresses and found things to do to keep from getting bored. This was the year I had to watch in horror my husband dying from the affects of smoking. This is the year I watch my son trying to survive brain cancer. This is the year I did not want to reach out for a cigarette to provide me with comfort or to help calm me down. This is the year that I gave thanks to the Lord for the time spent with my loved ones rather than spending time getting my nicotine fix. So much more is happening in my life. Many good things are happening, it is taking a lot of hard work, all my spare money and then some and a lot of driving in areas I do not like to drive but all so worth it just as my quit smoking has been worth it. This past year has been a mixture of great sadness and of joy and I am truly thankful for being smoke-free during this time.
Thank you for being here to share your story your journey of your. You never know just what will help the other person so keep on sharing - the good the bad and the ugly!
My son Matthew is still waiting for more test results before we decide on the next treatment course. His last MRI is showing that it is likely that the tumor growing although he is lacking the symptoms that would indicate that it is getting worse. Continued prayers would be greatly appreciated. Love to you all!
