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#1 |
Pope & Young
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: DFW area
Hunt In: Anywhere and when I can!
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After more than 40 years of smoking I've made it 3 weeks without. Did it cold turkey after being sick and figured it was time.
I've also restricted my "happy hour's" to weekend only and on the 3rd week of that as well. Already saved some $$ not buying on the GS, lol!! I have raised a lot of HELL for many years, worked hard and lived hard but want to do my best to live as long as my health will afford, so doing my best to kick the habits and enjoy my family for years to come, God willing. Can't guarantee I'll stay "smoke free" but dam sure going to keep the mindset to stay clean. Just wanted to share...my kid's and wife are amazed...so far, and I'm doing my best to keep them amazed! |
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#2 |
Pope & Young
![]() Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Arlington, Texas
Hunt In: Mason, Ellis and Dimmit counties
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Atta boy.
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#3 |
Pope & Young
![]() Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Houston
Hunt In: Killing Stuff These Days
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Go Don Go...........
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#4 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: Wylie, TEXAS
Hunt In: TEXAS
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Keep it up. Good for you.
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#5 |
Pope & Young
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Burleson TX
Hunt In: For a place
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Keep it up!
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#6 |
Six Point
Join Date: Mar 2017
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A couple months after having my first child, I quit cold turkey. I'm glad I did and haven't looked back since. Keep it up, it will get easier.
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#7 |
Pope & Young
![]() Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Kingwood, Tx
Hunt In: Planet Earth
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Keep it up! Good work
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#8 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: Nebraska
Hunt In: Colorado, Wyoming
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Congrats, keep up the streak! Out of curiosity, why would you consider going back, self control?
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#9 |
Pope & Young
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Texas
Hunt In: Texas
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don't give up...…
If I can do it... So can you.... |
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#10 | |
Pope & Young
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: DFW area
Hunt In: Anywhere and when I can!
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I know this is vague, but it is a part of me that never goes away and I've realized never will. Some call it PTSD, I don't call it that as I feel that's a "catch all" definition and not a reason to "not self control for some?" Just specific to me, but obviously NOT a done deal as the desire could creep up anytime to ease the pain and memories...yep, a crutch. I hope not but I know I'm vulnerable and the battle still rages on even as age progresses. A valid question and I hope this helps you understand..... |
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#11 |
Associate Sponsor
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Houston
Hunt In: Camo (Leon County) - Knifemaker<><
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Keep em amazed!
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#12 |
Eight Point
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Humble, TX
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Go for you man, stay strong.
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#13 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Sheridan
Hunt In: Colorado, Lavaca, and any where im invited
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Good deal. I quit 20 years ago cold turkey. Then quit drinking a year or so later.
I feel for you about the demons. I just call mine ghosts. They are always there then suddenly pop out. I get cravings at the oddest times like 3 am or in the shower. I still take it 1 day at a time. GOOD LUCK an PRAYERS. |
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#14 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Brock
Hunt In: The river
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Good for you and your family, keep at it!
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#15 |
Pope & Young
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Lake Jackson
Hunt In: The Grocery Store...
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I quit cold turkey too. It was tough and I still get occasional cravings and it’s been 8 years or so.
If you fall, just get back up on the horse! |
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#16 |
Pope & Young
![]() Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: White Oak
Hunt In: Bee County
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Good on ya! Keep at it.
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#17 |
Nubbin' Buck
Join Date: Feb 2019
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I need to do the same, great job.
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#18 |
Pope & Young
![]() Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Tomball
Hunt In: Coleman
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Great job so far!!!! Stay strong
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#19 |
Six Point
![]() Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Baird, Texas
Hunt In: Callahan County
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Good job, keep it up!
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#20 |
Six Point
Join Date: Apr 2010
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I promised my wife I'd quit smoking if we got pregnant. Quit when she was about 6 months in. Our daughter is almost 10 now and I've never touched em since the day I sat them down. Keep focused. You can do it. I honestly do not miss it and only regret not doing it sooner.
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#21 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Round Rock, TX
Hunt In: Rosanky and Big Lake
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Hell to da YES!
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#22 |
Pope & Young
Join Date: Feb 2011
Hunt In: Lavaca County
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keep at it...
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#23 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Dirty Bay
Hunt In: Kendall County Texas
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AWESOME NEWS!!!!!!
Keep it up and stay strong..you can make it brother man!! Prayers for strength and will power |
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#24 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Jan 2008
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Congrats to you Sir. Sometimes you need a reason or purpose to quit. I dipped snuff for 30 years before I stopped. My reason was that my craving was stronger than my self control and that angered me that I was that weak. I put it down,prayed on it and never went back. Be strong, you got this.
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#25 |
Ten Point
![]() Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Texas
Hunt In: East tx
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Congratulations and hope it continues. Do it for the Family if no one else.
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#26 |
Ten Point
![]() Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: New Waverly
Hunt In: Mont. County and Anderson County
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Congrats!! Keep it up. I’ve lost a grandmother and most recently a grandfather from smoking. Grandpa was in great health minus the COPD. Got pneumonia and his lungs couldn’t handle the stress and quit on him.
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#27 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Lewisville
Hunt In: Coleman & Loving
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You can do it. You’ve done the hardest part in just deciding to quit.
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#28 |
Four Point
![]() Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: haskell
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keep right frame of mind and don't give in.
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#29 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Harker Heights,TX
Hunt In: Bell Co, San Saba Co
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Good luck
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#30 |
Pope & Young
Join Date: May 2009
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Good for you!!!! This coming Thursday will be 3 weeks for me..... I did the same thing, enough was enough and threw a pack in the trash. I’ve had 2 smokes since then..... I got it beat, but **** it’s tough
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#31 |
Pope & Young
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Fort Worth, Tx
Hunt In: Jones and San Saba Counties and Missouri
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Way to go! May God strengthen you in your quest for better health.
Gary |
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#32 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Was Midland- Now Charlotte NC
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You got this!!
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#33 |
Pope & Young
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: DFW area
Hunt In: Anywhere and when I can!
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Thanks all...by the way, my wife is a smoker so the added pressure, BUT...has not been a problem so far. Actually it's helped her cut down as she is sympathetic to my cause.
And NO...I don't give her any BS as I know it's a personal decision and you quit when you are ready or not. Appreciate all the comments and prayers, staying strong and determined! |
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#34 | |
Pope & Young
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: DFW area
Hunt In: Anywhere and when I can!
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She never gives me any gripes about our hunting costs so just another benefit when you smoke as much as I "did" everyday. |
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#35 |
Eight Point
Join Date: Sep 2018
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Sir - I congratulate you for your efforts and trying to better yourself.
There are two things only that will keep you on the right path - faith and family. Believe that the Lord is with you each step of the way and never forget the impact you have on your loved ones - what you do will affect them for the rest of their lives Prayers to you for continued strength |
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#36 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Snyder
Hunt In: Southern Taylor County, Tom Green County
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Sounds like you have the right mindset!! Realizing you don’t HAVE to have it is the first step.
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#37 | |
Ten Point
Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: Nebraska
Hunt In: Colorado, Wyoming
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Fair enough, you didn’t owe me an explanation, but thanks for taking the time anyways! How have you felt physically since quitting (once the cold passed), do you *feel* better in the mornings, etc? |
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#38 |
Eight Point
Join Date: Apr 2015
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Good luck!
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#39 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Mar 2010
Hunt In: North central Tx, Kansas
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Keep it up, you can do it!
My dad has smoked his whole life and always been in good health. He used to be an avid quail hunter but stopped about 20 years ago due to lease costs. Fast forward to a couple of years ago, he joined my friends and I on a guided pheasant hunt. He’s in his early 60’s and although he wouldn’t admit it, the walking long distances isn’t near as easy as it should be. I know he loved the hunt but it was disappointing to see his years of smoking holding him back. |
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#40 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: Portland, Tx
Hunt In: Atascosa County, Tx
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Bought a pack when I was 16 years old because the fireworks stand didn't have any punks to light them. Turned 57 this year and can't imagine the money I have wasted all these years. I know I need to quit but the problem is until you want to quit you won't.
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#41 |
Ten Point
![]() Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Rock Island, TX
Hunt In: Colorado County
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I quit cold turkey also. Tomorrow will be 6 months and 3 weeks smoke free after 35 years. If I can do it, anyone can do it. Keep it up, you got this!
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#42 |
Ten Point
![]() Join Date: May 2015
Location: Houston
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Good stuff man! I’m working to give up sugar and caffeine. I’m shocked how hard that is. I can’t imagine giving up smoking.
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#43 |
Ten Point
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Gulf Coast
Hunt In: Texas
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Good for you and those that love you! Will keep you in my prayers.
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#44 |
Pope & Young
![]() Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Lubbock, TX
Hunt In: Kent Co., Stonewall Co., CO, Limpopo RSA
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Congrats and hope you can stay with it!
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#45 |
Pope & Young
![]() Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Forney, TX
Hunt In: Schleicher County
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Good for you Kuma...keep it up
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#46 |
Pope & Young
![]() Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Sunnyvale
Hunt In: San Saba
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Brother Kuma....just now saw this. I'm very proud of your decision to quit. I swear nicotine is the devil. I got caught up in the snuff habit for way too long and finally went to the doctor for chantix. It helped me quit so don't be afraid to go that route if you have to. Stay strong and remember the cravings only last so long and then they pass. You can do this.
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#47 |
Pope & Young
![]() Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: East TX
Hunt In: East TX
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Good work!!
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#48 |
Pope & Young
![]() Join Date: May 2011
Location: Magnolia,Tx
Hunt In: Cass county
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I used tobacco for over 30 years and quit cold turkey> You can do it, it may not be easy but never give up. If it gets to much just ask the Lord for some help. He will help you.. By the way i quit oer 20 years ago and feel better now than i did then..
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