Still not smoking!

I am a non smoker! I am sooo happy to be one, and to be able to say it! I haven't checked in on my blog since my last post back in March! Basically, it's because I don't have much more to say about how Chantix worked for me, and I will be forever grateful I requested it from my doctor.

I do have to admit that a few weeks ago, I was tempted. You see, hubby still smokes and sitting beside him at an outdoor bar (an extremely rare activity for us) was very tempting. He didn't let me smoke any of his cigarette though and the craving passed very quickly. I can't believe I haven't smoked in over 2 1/2 years. That is intoxicating to me.

My life keeps chugging along and getting better and better with a fabulous man at my side. There have been stressful moments with family matters, but I resolve the issues and move on. What else can a person do, really?

At this time in my life, I can't see myself going back to smoking. I've done without it so long, I know I don't need it. I try to eat right and exercise to control my diabetes. Many times I do not succeed, but I feel resolved today, and I know I can get back with it. Today has been a very good day so far as my blood sugar goes, and I'm not hungry, so Yay!

I always say, I'll update again soon, but I really don't have much to say. I live a very normal settled life for the most part. My niece is getting married next month, so we are looking forward to that. I won't be smoking at the reception, so I'm pleased about that.

I hope everyone had a nice Halloween and has a wonderful Thanksgiving and Christmas. Such a busy and fun time. Enjoy every moment on this beautiful earth!

Two year anniversary today!

I have been smober for 2 whole years now! I am eating right, exercising, not smoking, and feeling great! I don't miss smoking. Sometimes when things get stressful, I have a small craving, but I squelch it, and it's no big deal.
I know a lot of people have tried Chantix and had bad side effects, but it worked for me. I am not endorsing it, but rather, letting you know my experiences using it. I don't post as often. In fact, I post infrequently, but there's really not that much to report.
I'm wondering if I will have strong cravings at the 3 year mark. I've read that really strong cravings come at 3 days and 3 months, so I will let you know what I experience.
I guess my replacement for cigarettes has been the computer. I like keeping my hands busy, so I play a few Facebook games and other computer games. I think being on the computer more often is better than being outside smoking.
Anyway, I have a fairly busy day planned today. I am having lunch with my brother and have some errands to run. I like keeping busy, but I enjoy my downtime, too.
In closing, if I can quit, anybody can. Be strong and stay strong! You can do it!

Hope everybody had a Happy Labor Day! I did. I spent time with my husband and a friend. Just hanging out for the most part, but it was fun. I'm still not smoking, and I am still working out at the gym. I'm still eating too much, so my weight hasn't gone down, but I am building muscle, so that's good. I am also keeping better control of my diabetes.

Things are going well. I have everything I need and most of what I want. I would like to take a long trip with my husband but will have to wait on that as I don't want to leave my Mom for too long. She is being taken care of in assisted living and has 24 hour sitters, but she needs me to run errands for her and feels more secure with me around.

I have been reading more about starting a garden, and have hubby fairly convinced we need to start a home garden. We tried beans at the beginning of the summer, but they didn't work out. I think they were not watered enough. I've been reading a bit about container gardening and may try that during Fall and Winter.

Enjoying being a non smoker and I credit God given will power and Chantix. Hope you stay smober!

Here's what I made for our Labor Day lunch. A grilled filet, steamed asparagus and a salad. Very good.