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The CDC claims that nicotine is a "very addictive drug" that can be "as addictive as heroin or cocaine." Nicotine is typically eliminated from the body within 2 to 3 days, however, physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms may last for much longer depending on the individual. If you are trying to kick the habit, this community is dedicated to giving smokers the...

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rinkpa 01/15/2011

Hi all. Most of you won't know me but 1007 days ago I came here to DS for support and with the help of this group I have managed to stay quit. I have tried many times to quit and never lasted very long but this time I think the support and info I found here made all of the difference in the world. I planned on coming here last Saturday as it was my 1000th day and I thought that was a great milestone to brag about but I forgot...... So here I am shouting out my 1007 days of freedom so far, not only am I healthier, better smelling and richer but I have also met a great group of friends here at DS and that is priceless!!!! Stay strong everyone this is one ride that is definitely worth it!!!

deleted_user 01/15/2011

Congrats to you rinkpa!!! That is a hugh accomplishment! I hope to make it that far also one day. {{hugs}} Linda

forerica 01/15/2011

Wow Rinkpa- you've inspired me since I joined over 2 years ago. A huge congrats to you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Elsiesue 01/15/2011

Wow, That is way Cool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Good Job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Good Job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Good Job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

lchoppel 01/16/2011

WOW - BIG CONGRATULATIONS AND HUGS TO YOU FOR THIS MAJOR FEAT!

lchoppel 01/16/2011

I hit the return bar too fast. I wanted to tell you that rinkpa, you are my idol now. wow, very impressive. And I bet you are richer too! Cigarettes are $6.60 or so a pack, that's maybe one pack a day for a total savings of $660! Incredible. What finally inspired you to quit?

lchoppel 01/16/2011

again, screwed up. You have saved $6,646!!! Not $600. Although $600 would be good, wow, $6,000+ is even better! That's almost a new car for you!

lg1 01/16/2011

Congrats Rinkpa.Glad to see you checking in.
Hope you had a nice reward.

jazzkeys 01/16/2011

Congratulations rinkpa, you are definately someone to look up to by setting such a good example to us. I hope you gave yourself a Huge reward for such a Great accomplishment !!!!!

littlemac 01/16/2011

Huge Congrats rinkpa, so glad you took the time to share. I agree 100%, DS is what made the difference for me too.
Woooooooooo Hoooooooo for rinkpa!
You are de bomb!

rinkpa 01/16/2011

Thank you all!! I just want to add I have a cousin who is battling lung cancer right now, due to smoking, she did quit but not in time!!! She has tried chemo and surgery but could not operate the last two times and she has now decided to try a different type of treatment. A less harsh type of chemo and some other eastern medicine practices.
Please pray for he!! Her name is Joanne she is only 49 years old!!!
Don't Smoke!!!

timetraveler 01/16/2011

Congrats on the 1007 days. Sounds like you are doing great. You are a great role model and I am so happy that you have posted to show people that it can be done. Thanks for the great feat done.

You have saved yourself a pile of money and a good deal of good health. Well done.

And good luck to your friend with lung cancer. I also have a good friend with lung cancer, so I know the heartbreak. So please people, please stop smoking and stay stop smoking. Smoking takes lives. Stop smoking cures a lot of things.

grannie 01/16/2011

Good to hear from you and congratulations on your quit dear. I am sending Prayers to ~~~Joanne~~~.

sambod 01/17/2011

congrats rinkpa. What a stat!!!! That is a huge inspiration to show people it can be done.

aeris7 01/17/2011

You have inspired me since day 1 Rinkpa and I thank you and many others for helping me see the light! Thought and prayers for your friend....

deleted_user 01/17/2011

Wow, you have done very well. Congradulations for showing the strenght that it takes to continue. You are a great rolemodel for others in the group.

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