Today, on March 7, 2022, I celebrate six-months as a non-smoker and while there have been tough times when I have been tempted to throw up my hands and say enough is enough, I give up--I have stuck with the plan to remain smoke-free.
What has propelled me onward include the following:
1. My commitment to all of you at the EX to not smoke .....one day at a time.
2. Health issues which would be severely impacted should I return to smoking.
3. Being a positive example to family and friends.
4. The knowledge that it is God's will that I not be a smoker.
5. Having hair that smells clean
6. Allowing me extra money to spend on things I need and want, to include saving for a bird cage swinging chair for my living room in honor of my success . (see attachment)
7. Going into public areas and not smelling to others like a filthy ashtray.
8. No longer needing to use the three inhalers I required for many years so that I could breathe.
9. Enjoying sitting on my front porch with others with the awareness that it no longer reeks with stale cigarette smoke.
10. Any number of additional reasons that will come to mind as soon as I submit this post 😊
I believe the dark frame of this beauty will contrast nicely with the mauve walls of my living room. I plan to string it with battery-operated white mini lights and look forward to the relaxation and pleasure it will give me!
