To all those people...

That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
"GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll ever
do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory for
those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.

GregB
7 years + some

One of the great benefits of this group is I read first hand how tough it is
for my fellow quitbuddies. I know these people are intelligent,
resourceful, motivated and accomplished in life and yet struggle with this
addiction. The very best have had their ass kicked by this addiction. If I
struggle with it I am in good company. The addiction isn't just some simple
urge that just anybody can ignore and forget in the blink of an eye. It
gnaws away at some even after a long time clean. Even if I feel complacent
at times, this group brings the memory of the struggle to the fore ground of
my thoughts. I agree with you GregB. I am on the team.

Bill S.
smoke-free day #266


"Gregory Baxter" <Gregory.Baxter@nospam.unisys.com> wrote in message
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> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll ever
> do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
> diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory
> for those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
> weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.
>
> GregB
> 7 years + some
>

"Gregory Baxter" <Gregory.Baxter@nospam.unisys.com> wrote in message
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> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll ever
> do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
> diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory
> for those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
> weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.
>
> GregB
> 7 years + some
Thanks Greg!! Very inspiring!

Sarah and Steve
Eight months, two days, 5 hours, 34 minutes and 4 seconds. 6130 cigarettes
not smoked, saving $2,452.32. Life saved: 3 weeks, 6 hours, 50 minutes.

"Patches Forever" <jorkimer99@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> One of the great benefits of this group is I read first hand how tough it
> is for my fellow quitbuddies. I know these people are intelligent,
> resourceful, motivated and accomplished in life and yet struggle with this
> addiction. The very best have had their ass kicked by this addiction. If
> I struggle with it I am in good company. The addiction isn't just some
> simple urge that just anybody can ignore and forget in the blink of an
> eye. It gnaws away at some even after a long time clean. Even if I feel
> complacent at times, this group brings the memory of the struggle to the
> fore ground of my thoughts. I agree with you GregB. I am on the team.
>
> Bill S.
> smoke-free day #266
>
266 Bill! Good to see!! You are doing great!

Sarah and Steve
Eight months, two days, 5 hours, 34 minutes and 37 seconds. 6130 cigarettes
not smoked, saving $2,452.32. Life saved: 3 weeks, 6 hours, 50 minutes.

On 14 Jun, 04:08, "Gregory Baxter" <Gregory.Bax...@nospam.unisys.com>
wrote:
> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll ever
> do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
> diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory for
> those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
> weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.
>
> GregB
> 7 years + some

Hi

snip from Bills post

I agree with you GregB. I am on the team.

Yep sign me up too
Chris

damn straight, every day is a victory and every day we can look at ourselves
and grin with pride at our achievement.

i know it puts a spring in my steps.

best wishes GregB
richard

"Gregory Baxter" <Gregory.Baxter@nospam.unisys.com> wrote in message
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> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll ever
> do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
> diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory
> for those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
> weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.
>
> GregB
> 7 years + some
>

You know, it's only the ones who never smoked or "aren't quitting right now"
that diminish quitting. I don't listen to those jerks.

Smokers that really want to quit...or have quit...in the process
of...whatever...they are the ones who get it. Really get it.

AS3 understands what it means, stay close everyone!

joy
5y+
once again topposting gregory baxter
"Gregory Baxter" <Gregory.Baxter@nospam.unisys.com> wrote in message
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> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll ever
> do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
> diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory
> for those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
> weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.
>
> GregB
> 7 years + some
>

"Gregory Baxter" <Gregory.Baxter@nospam.unisys.com> wrote in message
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> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll ever
> do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
> diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory
> for those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
> weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.
>
> GregB
> 7 years + some


He's right, you know.

Cheers Greg

Paul
SFB

I love it when you do that , look I'm on top again.

GregB

"ok2bwild" <ok2bwild@yahho.com> wrote in message
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> You know, it's only the ones who never smoked or "aren't quitting right
> now" that diminish quitting. I don't listen to those jerks.
>
> Smokers that really want to quit...or have quit...in the process
> of...whatever...they are the ones who get it. Really get it.
>
> AS3 understands what it means, stay close everyone!
>
> joy
> 5y+
> once again topposting gregory baxter
> "Gregory Baxter" <Gregory.Baxter@nospam.unisys.com> wrote in message
> news:f4qbiu$6d1$1@localhost.localdomain...
>> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
>> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll
>> ever do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let
>> anyone diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a
>> victory for those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery,
>> strength over weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay
>> the course.
>>
>> GregB
>> 7 years + some
>>
>
>

On Jun 13, 11:08 pm, "Gregory Baxter"
<Gregory.Bax...@nospam.unisys.com> wrote:
> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll ever
> do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
> diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory for
> those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
> weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.
>
> GregB
> 7 years + some

Thank you Greg. I know it is the hardest thing I do every day. Harder
than not drinking. Harder than getting up and putting one foot in
front of the other when depression is debilitating. Not smoking is
the hardest thing I do, and I need to be reminded I am choosing life,
freedom, strength and education every single bloody day that I
accomplish not smoking. Best, Stephanie

On Jun 14, 12:23 am, "Patches Forever" <jorkime...@comcast.net> wrote:
> One of the great benefits of this group is I read first hand how tough it is
> for my fellow quitbuddies. I know these people are intelligent,
> resourceful, motivated and accomplished in life and yet struggle with this
> addiction. The very best have had their ass kicked by this addiction. If I
> struggle with it I am in good company. The addiction isn't just some simple
> urge that just anybody can ignore and forget in the blink of an eye. It
> gnaws away at some even after a long time clean. Even if I feel complacent
> at times, this group brings the memory of the struggle to the fore ground of
> my thoughts. I agree with you GregB. I am on the team.
>
> Bill S.
> smoke-free day #266
>
> "Gregory Baxter" <Gregory.Bax...@nospam.unisys.com> wrote in message
>
> news:f4qbiu$6d1$1@localhost.localdomain...
>
>
>
> > That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
> > "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll ever
> > do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
> > diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory
> > for those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
> > weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.
>
> > GregB
> > 7 years + some- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -

Bill I couldn't agree with you more. I see in here people with such
strength and wisdom, and it makes me realize how insidious and soul-
clenching this addiction can be if we let it have its way with us. I
am honored to be in the company we keep here. And so grateful.
Best, Stephanie

"Gregory Baxter" (Gregory.Baxter@nospam.unisys.com) writes:
> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll ever
> do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
> diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory for
> those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
> weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.
> GregB
> 7 years + some

Truer words were ne'er spoken -- the reminder is priceless.

Thanks, Greg. It's good to see you.

mmm
7 and 7 and some

just like a man, always trying to top me

"Gregory Baxter" <Gregory.Baxter@nospam.unisys.com> wrote in message
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>I love it when you do that , look I'm on top again.
>
> GregB
>
> "ok2bwild" <ok2bwild@yahho.com> wrote in message
> news:KF9ci.3867$bP5.1967@newssvr19.news.prodigy.ne t...
>> You know, it's only the ones who never smoked or "aren't quitting right
>> now" that diminish quitting. I don't listen to those jerks.
>>
>> Smokers that really want to quit...or have quit...in the process
>> of...whatever...they are the ones who get it. Really get it.
>>
>> AS3 understands what it means, stay close everyone!
>>
>> joy
>> 5y+
>> once again topposting gregory baxter
>> "Gregory Baxter" <Gregory.Baxter@nospam.unisys.com> wrote in message
>> news:f4qbiu$6d1$1@localhost.localdomain...
>>> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
>>> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll
>>> ever do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let
>>> anyone diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a
>>> victory for those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery,
>>> strength over weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay
>>> the course.
>>>
>>> GregB
>>> 7 years + some
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

"Marilyn Matte" <ag868@FreeNet.Carleton.CA> wrote in message
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> "Gregory Baxter" (Gregory.Baxter@nospam.unisys.com) writes:
>> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
>> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll
>> ever
>> do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
>> diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory
>> for
>> those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
>> weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.
>> GregB
>> 7 years + some
>
> Truer words were ne'er spoken -- the reminder is priceless.
>
> Thanks, Greg. It's good to see you.
>
> mmm
> 7 and 7 and some
>

Hi Marilyn, once in a while we all need a reminder why we started this
journey.

GregB

Thanks Greg. I needed to hear this today.

Hugs,
Cat
OF+



"Gregory Baxter" <Gregory.Baxter@nospam.unisys.com> wrote in message
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> That tell you "It's just smoking, what's the big deal, just stop", I say
> "GET A CLUE!". For most of us this is one of the hardest things we'll ever
> do. So for you quitters be proud of yourselves and don't ever let anyone
> diminish your accomplishment, every day you stay smoke free is a victory
> for those that choose life over death, freedom over slavery, strength over
> weakness, and education over ignorance. Be strong and stay the course.
>
> GregB
> 7 years + some
>

"CuckooCat" <silly@laughing.net> wrote in message
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> Thanks Greg. I needed to hear this today.
>
> Hugs,
> Cat
> OF+
>
Welcome Cat, it just seemed that quite a few fellow quitters were having
trouble and sometimes we get so wrapped up in the details we lose sight of
the bigger picture. I tell you it's the reason I hang out here after so many
years, I never want to forget what that first week was like, and how hard it
was to get to that first week.

GregB