Smoking Addiction & Recovery Support Group

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 04/15/2010

I was so busy yesterday I never got a chance to sign in and announce my 2 year anniversary. So I will now!!!!! April 14th two years ago was one of the most important days of my life it was the day that I decided to take the ole nicodemon on and so far I am winning!!!! I think I need to think of a really nice reward for this one. I did write a nice journal for all to read and somehow I deleted it but I will do it or one similar another day.
Whooo Hoooo I'm free!!!!!

deleted_user 04/15/2010

congrats on that. the most ive ever made it trying to quit is 2 months until something drove me back into it. its an amazing thing to be able to have that much will power. congrats again!

deleted_user 04/15/2010

good job

jazzkeys 04/15/2010

Congrats rinkpa, you should be proud and give yourself a Huge reward, you're awesome !!!!!!

sambod 04/15/2010

wow rinkpa... 2 years is huge. congratulation!!!!!!! you are an inspiration to us all

Elsiesue 04/15/2010

Way to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!Good Job!!!!! Good Job!!!!! Good Job!!!!! Congratulations. That is way COOOOOOLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Love 'n hug

aeris7 04/15/2010

Way to go Rinkpa! You were always a huge inspiration for me and I want to be just like you someday! (this coming July 25th!) I miss you on the site but am so happy and proud of you for freeing yourself and joining the smoke free world! Congrats, friend!

deleted_user 04/15/2010

YYYYYEEEESSSS!!! im so proud of you! you have played an important roll in many people's recovery, including mine. i am thankful for your input, advice and friendship!!! im proud of you rinkpa and i hope you have a great reward!!!

deleted_user 04/15/2010

2 years, wow, that is awesome. So very proud of you. You made the right choice two years ago.

MayberryDeb 04/15/2010

What a great inspiration you are to all of us. I think of you often and wish you were here more. I have learned a lot from you and want to be hust like you when I grow up...hahaha
Thanks for sharing and I look forward to reading your journjal.
Hugs for you, Deb

deleted_user 04/15/2010

Wonderful news!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Deseves a trip to the nursery to buy flowers for yourself!

deleted_user 04/15/2010

Wow 2 years
That is AWESOME>>
Hope you didnt forget to treat yourself