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This is so dumb. I have quit smoking. I have been a smoker for about 30 yrs. whenever it comes up that I've quit, people say things like "it's about time" or "good for you!" Or "that's great!" (Here's the dumb part) I want people to do cartwheels! Do they not understand that that is HUGE? Well, I know they do, really I do, but I want the sky to open up and drop balloons and confetti... all over the place.

And doves and unicorns, too

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Amen!

I am on day 6 of quitting a 23 year 2 pack a day smoking habit. I agree with you. This is HUGE!

I am super proud of you. Quitting smoking is making the pre-op liquid diet look like a walk in the park.

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Amen!I am on day 6 of quitting a 23 year 2 pack a day smoking habit. I agree with you. This is HUGE! I am super proud of you. Quitting smoking is making the pre-op liquid diet look like a walk in the park.

I AM SO PROUD OF YOU VIRTUAL BALLOONS AND CONFETTI FOR YOU!!

Let's make plans for all the $ we are saving!!

YAYAYhhHhHyayYyyyyaay!!

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I don't know what happened to the $$ sign......

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Congrats on quitting smoking! You can't see me, but I am doing cartwheels for you. Well, in my head I am!

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How about my leprechaun rides in on his unicorn carrying a pot 'o gold!

Seriously, the very best of congrats to you! My mother smoked for over 50 years and it eventually killed her. So to you I say, that is one of the hardest accomplishment one can do and guess What? YOU DID IT!

Wishing you the very best that life has to offer. You are an awesome person!

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My list for the cigarette money I am saving:

1. plastic surgery savings account

2. new clothing allowance

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Congrats on quitting smoking! You can't see me' date=' but I am doing cartwheels for you. Well, in my head I am![/quote']

Thank you so much, I closed my eyes and pictured it!! It was an awesome display of athleticism! Thank you

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How about my leprechaun rides in on his unicorn carrying a pot 'o gold! Seriously' date=' the very best of congrats to you! My mother smoked for over 50 years and it eventually killed her. So to you I say, that is one of the hardest accomplishment one can do and guess What? YOU DID IT! Wishing you the very best that life has to offer. You are an awesome person![/quote']

You don't even know how much that leprechaun ride means to me! Thanks for the encouragement and really scary statement about inevitable death! It's good to hear ( I'm sorry about your mom, though )

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My list for the cigarette money I am saving: 1. plastic surgery savings account 2. new clothing allowance

Sounds like an awesome plan!

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You don't even know how much that leprechaun ride means to me! Thanks for the encouragement and really scary statement about inevitable death! It's good to hear ( I'm sorry about your mom, though )

My leprechaun riding unicorn is YOUR leprechaun riding unicorn and happy to share anytime.

Be proud and Celebrate everyday. I was not trying to scare you, truly I was not, its just a fact with my mom.

Are you still pre op?

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My leprechaun riding unicorn is YOUR leprechaun riding unicorn and happy to share anytime. Be proud and Celebrate everyday. I was not trying to scare you' date=' truly I was not, its just a fact with my mom. Are you still pre op?[/quote']

Thanks for sharing the imaginary friends! I am not scared at all. It's facts!!

I am indeed preop. That will change next Tuesday!

How about you?

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congrats on quitting smoking. it is a really huge deal. (i picture that little band singing I just want to Celebrate another day of quitting!) ive never been a smoker myself but i wish my stepfather and mom would quit.

My stepdad had bladder cancer from smoking back in 2006 and had to have his bladder removed (now wears a bag.) you think that would encourage him to quit but no. believe it or not the man still smokes 7 packs of marlboro a day!

Not even joking. i once timed him and he light up a cig every 3 mins.

congrats again! stay strong!

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Thanks for sharing the imaginary friends! I am not scared at all. It's facts!!

I am indeed preop. That will change next Tuesday!

How about you?

I am 7 months post op and loving life! Have been on a nasty (although pretty typical) stall for the last 2 months but am thrilled with the results thus far! I was self pay and it was the best money I have ever spent on my health!

You will love your sleeve!

Wishing you the best!

I'll take you for a ride on my unicorn post op!

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Here is a 47 second party for you, with confetti, balloons, and even some fireworks!!! Congrats quitting is a HUGE milestone, and one you should be super proud of!!!!

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