| Author | Message | ||
     las Citizen Username: Las Post Number: 1455 Registered: 10-2003 |
Keep posting, Betsy - we'll keep talking you down. This reminds me: years ago when we lived on the Upper West Side there was a building on Columbus and 73/74. Periodically a man would climb to the roof and threaten to jump. The crowd always formed, he always got talked down. One time, he perched himself on the roof above a tree - a scrawny yet rare street tree. The fire department couldn't set up the safety net without removing the tree, so they cut it down! The crowd boo'd and hissed and pretty much dispersed after that. We left as well, too upset to see the death of a beatiful tree to care about this man. No relevance to you. I just wrote it because I reminded mysef of it. Hang in there, kitten. We are all so proud of you! | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22894 Registered: 6-2001  |
An April fool. | ||
| Lucy Supporter Username: Lucy Post Number: 3334 Registered: 5-2005  |
Bets I think today is a big step for you. I went to sleep thinking of you in my prayers stay strong you have so many people who love you. Good thoughts are coming from so many of your MOL family.  | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22901 Registered: 6-2001 |
Thanks, Lucy. I made it through! One day down, how many thousand to go? | ||
| wendy Supporter Username: Wendy Post Number: 2253 Registered: 5-2001 |
Hopefully many thousands more with a more ample oxygen supply which, as you probably now realize, is making you feel and look healthier and prettier (not that you looked unhealthy or unpretty - but you know what I mean....hopefully). | ||
| Buzzsaw Citizen Username: Buzzsaw Post Number: 4341 Registered: 5-2001  |
I am told that everyday is easier...... When's that Grateful Dead gathering? | ||
| greenetree Supporter Username: Greenetree Post Number: 7136 Registered: 5-2001  |
Also, keep in mind that smoking causes wrinkles. It's true. When you've quit for a little bit, call me. I'll hook you up with some deeply discounted RoC products that work on those lines. | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22902 Registered: 6-2001 |
I'm just taking it one day at a time. Day 2 is nearing an end as I get my arse to bed! I appreciate the support (and the offer of the RoC products, whatever they are)! Look for another Grateful Dead gathering around the anniversary of the 1st in June. | ||
| Lucy Supporter Username: Lucy Post Number: 3355 Registered: 5-2005 |
Betsy take one day at a time in your words to get rid of the poison in your system. I am sending only good Karma your way you can do it and by the way I am very proud of you! | ||
| SoOrLady Citizen Username: Soorlady Post Number: 3199 Registered: 9-2003 |
Bets.. a good day to you today.. keep it up! | ||
| BGS Citizen Username: Bgs Post Number: 857 Registered: 10-2003 |
Bets- am s glad that you are still at it...this will be one of the best things that you have ever done for yourself!!!!! Cheers to you! B | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22915 Registered: 6-2001 |
For the second day in a row, I forgot I ran out of oil.  I really think I'd be better off just having a few ciggies a day. | ||
| Lucy Supporter Username: Lucy Post Number: 3373 Registered: 5-2005 |
Your almost there keep busy think about anything else only good Karma coming your way. Get rid of the poison! | ||
| las Citizen Username: Las Post Number: 1504 Registered: 10-2003 |
Another day! Good for you, Betsy! | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22926 Registered: 6-2001 |
I miss Spring Tour. I'm a wealthy woman: I have 7 sisters and 3 brothers. I love spring except when it's rainy and cold (I really love it then, though, too). | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22929 Registered: 6-2001 |
Managed a full week without smoking. On to week 2! | ||
| Lucy Supporter Username: Lucy Post Number: 3400 Registered: 5-2005 |
I am so proud of you Bets! You are a on your way to and an example to others you love that you can do it  ! | ||
| Buzzsaw Citizen Username: Buzzsaw Post Number: 4420 Registered: 5-2001 |
nice one Bets! | ||
| greenetree Supporter Username: Greenetree Post Number: 7196 Registered: 5-2001 |
How much money have you saved so far? What are you going to buy? Goog job! | ||
| Lucy Supporter Username: Lucy Post Number: 3403 Registered: 5-2005 |
Greenie that's a great idea start a money jar you'll enjoy that one!! | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22930 Registered: 6-2001 |
I have noticed financial benefits already! I'm going to buy a gym membership so I don't put on any weight!  I'd like to be smoke-free for a month before I belive that I've really gotten it out of my system. Thanks as always for your support! | ||
| BGS Supporter Username: Bgs Post Number: 912 Registered: 10-2003 |
Bets---A whole week is incredible!!!! Just continue to take it one day at a time!!!!! I am reliving your whole experience...even though it was over 15 years ago...take a deep breath and think about how good you smell and how good that breath is and all the good things that you are doing for yourself!! Keep up the wonderful work.... B | ||
| las Citizen Username: Las Post Number: 1563 Registered: 10-2003 |
Hellooooo? Is there a birthday girl around? I wanted to wish her the very best and remind her how wonderful she is. If you see her, tell her I say meow. | ||
| ess Citizen Username: Ess Post Number: 1729 Registered: 11-2001 |
Happy birthday, Bets!!! Best wishes for all your dreams to come true! (And for this to be a smoke-free year!) | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22938 Registered: 6-2001 |
Thank you for everything, las! You're a very special person to me. Ess - in my 12th day and hoping to post 2 weeks on Monday! Thanks for the birthday wishes. | ||
| Lucy Supporter Username: Lucy Post Number: 3450 Registered: 5-2005 |
I love ya Bets and you were just glowing. You look and sound healthy I am so proud of you my friend ! Happy Birthday your not getting older just better and a hell of alot wiser! | ||
| greenetree Supporter Username: Greenetree Post Number: 7244 Registered: 5-2001 |
A special birthday sentiment, composed by my nephew when he was 4: Singing' Happy Birthday, Singin' Happy Birthday. Ay yi yiiiiii We have no idea where he got it from, but it only gets "sung" to special people. You have reached that magic, wonderful number when women become wise and calm and focused. It's the best drug in the world. Let us know when the high kicks in. | ||
| las Citizen Username: Las Post Number: 1573 Registered: 10-2003 |
Betsy, your family sure knows how to throw a party! Not only could I feel the love they have for you the moment I walked through the door, but the gifts - they chose were so, so thoughtful. I have never seen a collection of presents so appropriate for the receipient. Wow. Sorry I had to leave before the living art demonstration entitled Lamp Shade and Naked Man got underway, but I was able to snap a couple of photos of tipsy partygoers with the shade! Hugs to you. And a great, great year, my friend.     | ||
| Lucy Supporter Username: Lucy Post Number: 3454 Registered: 5-2005 |
Bets that is some balancing act and I love your Easter Bonnet!! | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22940 Registered: 6-2001 |
Week 2 is over and week 3 begins! It's supposed to be easy from here on out, right? | ||
| SoOrLady Citizen Username: Soorlady Post Number: 3250 Registered: 9-2003 |
Well, in a manner of speaking. You'll notice that you're breathing easier. You'll notice that you don't stink and neither do your clothes. You'll notice that food tastes better. And, if you're like me, you'll still want a cigarette, but you know that "just one" won't be just one and after all the effort, going back isn't an option. Hang in there! | ||
| Lucy Supporter Username: Lucy Post Number: 3485 Registered: 5-2005 |
Follow Greenie's advice just think what you can buy with the money you have saved  | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22964 Registered: 6-2001 |
My heart a tiny seed unfolding in the rays of love, afraid to grow, hugging the dark earth, but finally turning outward to the sun with a burst of bloom. When you are through, my sun no more, when it must die, tear it quickly from the turf and leave the tendril curling into death, or pour sharp acid of words on it that will destroy with quick blinding pain; leaving a dead heart. I was given a copy of my Mom's journal about a year ago, in a very exasperating condition (8x11 pages containing pages 1-3, 2-4, 5-7, etc and one of my favorite students (PB) cut the pages in half and re-copied the journal with pages in logical order. I made copies for all of my siblings (+ extras 'cause I know!) and have one myself. But I never read it. Couldn't. Too. Much. Sadness. I started tonight and those are the opening paragraphs of the diary, dated Dec. 1948. And I already know from a sibling this unfolding love was not for my Dad. But she meets my Dad and journals it. And I'm terrified to read it. Us, our last Christmas (12/95):  Mom, I love you! I quit smoking, and your grandson Cody turned 18 today. It was a beautiful day, which of course reminded me of you. | ||
| Wendy Supporter Username: Wendy Post Number: 2385 Registered: 5-2001 |
Thank you very, very much for sharing this Bets. It's been an honor reading your blog and getting to know you. Congratulations too. (Analytically speaking (or however), do you think being able to start to read your Mom's journal and your quitting smoking are related?) I remember feeling both more vulnerable but stronger when I quit. | ||
| greenetree Supporter Username: Greenetree Post Number: 7330 Registered: 5-2001 |
Two thoughts. 1. You look just like your mom. 2. You look exactly the same as you did 10 years ago. Bitch.  | ||
| Lucy Supporter Username: Lucy Post Number: 3507 Registered: 5-2005 |
Bets what a great picture! It seems as the smoke clears in your life there is more room for the joy past and future. Thanks you have given me a lot to smile about today may only good Karma come your way my friend. | ||
| las Citizen Username: Las Post Number: 1636 Registered: 10-2003 |
Betsy, would it surprise you to learn I also have my mom's journal? It is my treaure. Enjoy this insight into her life. Cherish her words and use them as you need. Her words you'll have always - they can never leave you. And I agree with G'tree: you look the same as you did ten years ago...byotch! | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22969 Registered: 6-2001 |
Greenie: I wish! But thank you! Lucy: You're beautiful when you smile. Las: Wow! We have something in common? How AMAZING!  | ||
| bets Supporter Username: Bets Post Number: 22984 Registered: 6-2001 |
Beautiful spring day: appreciated Joe Jackson on the car stereo: nice! Giving a ride to a favorite MOL friend: awesome! Loving your job: priceless. | ||
| Lucy Supporter Username: Lucy Post Number: 3572 Registered: 5-2005 |
Great to hear you day is going so well and smoke free too. Enjoy the moments Bets you deserve it |
