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Freedom Train Friday.......winner, winner, chicken dinner?

smorgy8513
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‎05-06-2016 09:08 AM

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Good morning fellow EXer's!       The Freedom Train is on the tracks, and prepared to make its daily run to Freedom from smoking!        Everyone is invited to come aboard to celebrate their own personal Freedom and that of their friends!!

If you are new here, this vehicle provides an area for everyone to gather and celebrate the milestones and successes of those in our community!       There are no tickets! The fuel for this locomotive is love and caring!   The rides on this Train are paid for in contributions to the quits of others! The only thing required to ride this Train is a desire to breathe Free!

We welcome everyone to join in the celebration! No matter where you are in your quit, today is special and is cause for celebration!     Celebrate with others and they will celebrate with you!      There are no baggage fees! Bring all your "EXtra baggage"!           We will help you sort it out!

From time to time we do have questions about counting days. While we encourage everyone to celebrate everyday of their Freedom, here at the Freedom Train we count the days you have completed!   Tommy has shared this explanation:

“ For EXample I quit on 01/01/2010. On 12/31/2010 I had reached 365 days. However, I had not completed a year until 01/01/2011! Please feel free to address any questions or suggestions to me at any time.

https://excommunity.becomeanex.org/people/pir8fan”      Thanks Tommy!

We encourage you to come aboard today!      Shout out your personal milestones, and those of your friends!         Show your pride in your quit!     2 Days, 200 Days or 2000 Days!            More, if you have them!  

Let us hear from you, and let us all celebrate our FREEDOM!!   Post pictures, share music and we love when people bring and share food!

IT IS PARTY TIME!!!

This Train is bound for FREEDOM from the Evils tobacco and smoking!!

 

"IF YOU ARE NOT RIDING WITH US, YOU ARE MISSING THE TRAIN"

ALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL ABOARD!!!!!!!!!             Conductor Sharon♥

 

Let's get started with the Winners!

christine__s     has 50 days today.       Great job....you're doing it right if you are at 50.......next stop TDC.   How about a celebration balloon for you?

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So, word has it that Wisconsin is sitting at the depot, waiting for the train.......here you are Terry!

Big Congrats of 600 Days of Freedom!      Doesn't it feel good to be able to rack up those days AND feel good about yourself for doing it?

Think you should have a Celebration Dessert......do you like brownies?

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Or maybe we should have a good old Wisconsin pizza?

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5 different kinds of cheese!

Celebrate You today........it is fun and you deserve it!!!!

Today is National Beverage Day.........this does not mean alcohol (had to say that or Nancy would come and pull my hair!)

Beverage Day is a chance to kick back with your favorite beverage and enjoy the day. The term "beverage" is broadly defined. So, were talking about celebrating all beverages today.  

 

Beverage Day should be a day of pleasure and relaxation.  Grab a bottle, can, a glass, or  a six-pack of your favorite beverage. Sit down in a comfortable chair..... indoors or out. Slowly sip and savor your drink. Life is good!

BE BOLD! Take advantage of Beverage Day to try a beverage that you have never had before.

Other things come in 6 packs!

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Here's one that I'm very fond of.........apparently so is my body!

International No Diet Day encourages us to appreciate the bodies we have. You could consider it a "Big" backlash against becoming little (err thin) people. This day is intended for us to appreciate the body we have. It encourages us to recognize that people come in all shapes and sizes....... and that's okay.

 

Anti-diet groups exist to assist and support people who suffer illnesses like anorexia, in their efforts to shed fat and be thin.  In addition to anorexia, other medical problems can result from taking diet pills, and surgeries, such as stomach stapling, to control weight. 

 

International No Diet Day is a good opportunity to re-assess and evaluate your weight management goals and perspective, and to make certain your efforts to be thin don't come at a risk to your health. If you decide that continuing your diet is right for you, then use today to take a one day break.

 

Remember the old saying: "You're body is your temple." In your efforts to make your temple a thin one, do so in a safe and healthy manner.

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And the flower of the day is:

Mammoth Sunflower

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Recipe of the day is Grilled Eggplant

Ingredients:

      
  • 2 medium eggplants, cut into 1 1/2" slices
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  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
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  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
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  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
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  • 2 teaspoons oregano
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  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
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  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
 

Preparation Directions:

1.     Pour vegetable oil into a bowl.

2.     Mix in all ingredients, except eggplant and mozzarella cheese.

3.     Dip slices into mixture and place on grill.

4.     Close grill cover and grill on medium heat for 8-10 minutes, or until tender.

5.     Turn over eggplant slices and brush on oil mixture.

6.     Top with mozzarella cheese.

7.     Cook another couple minutes until cheese has melted.

8.     Serve hot.

SOUNDS IS TO ME SO I THINK I'LL HAVE:

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Because it is International No Diet Day!

What about you?

What are you doing today?

Found out yesterday I have bronchitis bordering on pneumonia so I'm supposed to take it easy.......guess I'll binge watch more of Nurse Jackie!

My name is Sharon and I have 1005 Days of Freedom!

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Gone but Not Forgotten. RIP I've thought so many times about quitting, done a few quits with the longest being 9 months. Blamed that relapse on my sister because she broke her hip. This time I feel different 8/5/13:The first day of my forever quit. About me? Well, I'm old enough that I am going to semi-retire (work 2 days per week) starting in October, 2013. I have 2 grown sons, 2 older sisters, 2 cats. I'm passionate about my work, love mystery books. I give all the glory for my work, any successes I may have to God and prayer. I have a lot of people praying for me right now and that is where I feel the strength. I also am finding strength, information and support from this site. I hope I can offer some of that to others when I get past the newbie stage. 9/4/13 30 days today!! I've learned so much since I've been coming here each morning (and sometimes at night). Words: choose, not try-----decision----not giving anything up, but gaining---I'm worth so much more than a cigarette. These are only a few of the pearls of wisdom that I've taken to heart. So many great people. I learn something each and every time I come on here. I'm learning about myself too. I teach clients everyday that feelings are feelings and ok to have, but I've always fought that concept myself. I heard when I was little "what have you got to cry about?" so I learned not to cry. If anger was shown it meant going back and shutting the door 10 times quietly or maybe getting the wrath of my parent. So, I learned not to cry, not to feel anger. I'm learning now that I have those feelings and that smoking pushed them aside and down. They are there and real. Now I'm trying to learn how to show and express them instead of going off by myself for a smoke. I have supporters. The biggest pride is what I feel in myself. With each day I wake up I can say "Today is day ____" and I feel proud. Not the kind of pride like I could never fail. That is a realization and why I need to be aware and conscious each moment. No, smoking doesn't solve anything. And today I am proof that I can go on without the crutch of a cigarette! 8/5/17 4 Years Quit!!! Who would have "thunk" it? I never took responsibility for my relapses, always blamed whatever it was that occurred. So, when I quit on 8/5/13 I knew I REALLY wanted it to work, knew that I needed as much support as I could get but I think deep down I was afraid this one wouldn't take either. So, I did as much positive as I could: Chantix, prayer, atomic fire balls, telling friends AND coming to the EX many times throughout the day. The people here became my friends as well as my family. I could share when I was struggling and get encouragement. Have there been struggles in my life since then that would have "caused" me to smoke in the past? Of course! Life goes on and troubles happen even when you don't smoke. I lost my sister who was also my best friend, my diagnosis of lung cancer and the treatment that has gone on since then (dr tells me "not curable, but treatable"). Would smoking make any of those things better? OF COURSE NOT! But when you're an addict the brain tells tons of lies to you..... Newbies: use the resources that the EX provides to you and you will have major milestones too. I thank my family here and love each and every one of you that have helped me! Too many names to mention.