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lol True I am a Southern Bell transplanted in PA Dutch country and everything is pickled here. At least they won't be able to tell it is me that has "that" smell. lol

I spent the day washing clothes and sheets and towels.... I realized they STINK!!! ugh washing them in vinegar so now they won't smell smokey but I will now smell like a pickle.

Yeah!!!

Buddies sounds great! I was afraid to do the electronic in that they resemble the real thing too much. I loved it but knew it was time to do something. I was afraid if I didn't it would hurt my chances on having surgery. GO US! lol

I haven't had surgery yet but I love this place. The way I work I can't attend Support Groups in my area so I come here and read and read and read and take a gaziliion notes. The people here are awesome and so supportive. I have never ever seen anyone ridiculed for any type of question or concern. I am single and work 3 jobs and basically have no friends ....since I have no time for a social life. You can do it... and I am so sorry about your Mother.

thanks everyone! I love this place! I woke up yesterday morning and didn't have that instant thought of "wheres my cigs?" It was a very weird feeling. But I loved it. I finally decided to take control. Having the bypass surgery looming in the distance didn't deter me but when this other surgery reared it's head...I knew I had to do something, I get the I guess "habit" feelings...not really a craving but my brain at times just pops a picture of a cig in my mind. Usually when I am driving....so weird. I just kind of go hmmmmmm NO! and it passes!

SMOKING!!!!! After 35 years I quit!!!! It was surprisingly easy. I used the nicorette lozenges and it was a breeze. I knew I had to quit before my bypass surgery in December, but, found out last week my thyroid must be removed so it was like DO IT!!! I went for my 5th surgeon appt on Thursday. One more and then we go for Approval. I had my gallbladder ultrasound done and like he said, we ain't gotta remove anything else. ha ha. Still gotta have my EGD but am gonna wait until I am off for my thyroid since I don't want to miss much more work outside of the surgeries. And, also, did I mention I QUIT SMOKING!!! I am so happy and proud of myself.

You look amazing! I love the look of joy i can see in your face!

So glad they found the problem and fixed it! Sucks on the liquids but just very happy they got you fixed up!

Prayers for you!!

Good Luck!

you look great! congrats and great job!

Yeah and congrats

IF IT DOESN'T CHALLENGE YOU, IT DOESN'T CHANGE YOU I saw this quote yesterday and it struck home....I am excited about my upcoming surgery yet am scared too of the lifestyle changes. This quote made me stop and think..I CAN DO THIS! Hope everyone has a great day! d

Wow - thanks for sharing your story. Good Luck!!