Hi All,
I apologize for being away so long. I take it as a good sign because it means my life as an ex-smoker is going well and there is no fear or threat of me smoking.
I am really enjoying the freedom. I love the fact that people sit next to me on the bus. I love that people walk by me and no longer do that fake cough as I exhale a stream of cigarette smoke. I'm so glad that people don't avoid me or give me a wide berth because I smell like stale cigarettes. I love the freedom that comes from no longer being held back by an addiction. I love the money I save and the debts I've paid off, the new clothes I've been able to buy, the extra money I have to have an active social life and the trip I took earlier this year. I love that it gets easier with time. I love the support I received in the past, and the support that awaits me should I ever need it again. I love that a friend of mine just announced she is quitting smoking and today is her first smoke free day! Most of all, I love life and I'm so happy I will have a long and healthy one. I love knowing I will be the proud owner of two rosy pink, healthy lungs in 8 more years. I love that I will be celebrating my two year anniversary on November 4, 2015.
I'm so happy to be an ex-smoker!
If these are not enough reasons to celebrate Thanksgiving with a heart filled with gratitude, appreciation, love and well being, then I don't know what is!
I know most of my friends are American, but here in Canada we will be celebrating Thanksgiving this weekend. Feel free to celebrate with me!
I hope you're all doing well. ❤️
