wish me LUCK!!!!
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December 9, 2007 at 7:10 am
i filed for social security disability in october of ’06, my lawyer called me yesterday and it seems that my case will be resvolved soon!!!! its the best news i’ve had in months!!!! she did not give me a time frame, so i’m hopeing within the next 3 months!!! i’ve heard of people waiting up to 3 years. right now i’m so far in debt, never been like this before, only debt i ever had was my condo, which i had to sell. my credit is shot, i always had good credit, i’ll had to start repairing that. wish me luck, i need it thanks
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December 9, 2007 at 11:53 am
Will keep you in our prayers that this is resovled quickly and goes through.
I, also, am finding treament for the CIDP very expensive and not sure how we will handle the expense.
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December 9, 2007 at 3:12 pm
i had to move in with my 80 y/o mother, my condo was on the second floor and the only way up was stairs, when ur on a walker, its not easy, the good thing was the condo sold in 6 days
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December 9, 2007 at 6:17 pm
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December 17, 2007 at 12:24 pm
Good Luck, let us know how it went.
I’m hoping it’s a yes for you, we all need the help and it’s not easy to get that help.
I had to move in with my mom after my onset and I’m now 4 yrs disabled, keep fighting until they give you what you deserve! I went three rounds with SSI.
It was a hard battle for me as well, got to hang in there.Wishing you all the best, Valerie 🙂
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Wish Me Luck
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June 7, 2007 at 8:03 pm
Tomorrow I go for laser therapy to stop smoking. I am as ready as ever to do this. I can’t stand the way I smell or the house. Plus I’ll be saving money.
So please send good thoughts and hugs my way tomorrow. I go at 2:30 PM eastern time.
Thanks Friends 🙂
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June 7, 2007 at 8:15 pm
Good Luck Donna 🙂
Sue
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June 7, 2007 at 10:54 pm
Donna,
Good luck with your laser therapy. Stopping smoking can get ‘interesting’. I stopped four or five times a day until I finally got serious.You will be in my prayer tomorrow.
Jim C
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June 7, 2007 at 11:05 pm
You can do this! You are a very strong individual and will work toward your goal. Before you ever light up again…..get out a piece of paper and write down why you want to quit smoking. By then the urge will have passed. BE STRONG!
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June 8, 2007 at 12:38 am
Donna, I’m sending Huge Hugs and Good Thoughts Your way!!!!
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June 8, 2007 at 5:01 am
Donna,
Yes, Ditto on the “Good Luck” wishes from me as well (and this coming from a former smoker……{two packs a day 😮 }).. But, I am curious…..what is this “laser” technique to help quit one self from smoking???
Per
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June 8, 2007 at 8:17 am
Much success with your goal. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
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June 8, 2007 at 10:27 am
I’ve never heard of it, but go for it, Donna. You’ll do great!!!
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June 8, 2007 at 10:44 am
Donna,
Please share with us about this laser therapy.
My work just announced the property will be smoke free in 3 months 😮 I only get 3 cigs in my 8 1/2 hour work day, but… totally freaking out right now. I smoked a whole pack when I got off work yesterday because of stressing on this issue.
So your time is 2:30 today – eastern… I will be thinking of you at 1:30 my time. Good luck!!!
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June 8, 2007 at 10:50 am
Good luck Donna! My neighbor had that procedure and it worked, she smoked three paks a day. She had it done last May and is still smoke free! Just think of all the things you can do with the saved money. By the way, your sons wedding pictures were vety nice, I see you are a boy mom too! It is nice to put a face to the “words”. Based on your previous avatar, I was sooooooo expecting you to look differently!!! I was picturing big hair, leather and maybe a motorcycle!!! Well I hope that gave you a little laugh! Good luck today and every day forward with out smoking! I wish they had a laser surgery for eating! That is my dilema! Dawn Kevies mom 😮
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June 8, 2007 at 11:31 am
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June 8, 2007 at 11:50 am
Hi Jim,
It’s a cold laser that they use on certain pinpoints that target the habit you need to get rid of. Sort of like accupuncture. They aim the laser at your ear,nose, and the webbing between your thumb and pointer finger. I’ll let you know all the specifics tonight or tomorrow. I do have a huge problem though, the friends that I have dinner with every Friday night are all smokers and I will need to stay away from them for awhile. One of the friends said if it works for me, that he is willing to try it. You just need to be ever so ready to give it up, which I am. I have been praying so hard to help me give up this disgusting habit.
I do know 5 people who did this therapy over a year ago and they have not had the urge to smoke since then.
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June 8, 2007 at 11:57 am
[QUOTE=Dawn Kevies mom]Good luck Donna! My neighbor had that procedure and it worked, she smoked three paks a day. She had it done last May and is still smoke free! Just think of all the things you can do with the saved money. By the way, your sons wedding pictures were vety nice, I see you are a boy mom too! It is nice to put a face to the “words”. Based on your previous avatar, I was sooooooo expecting you to look differently!!! I was picturing big hair, leather and maybe a motorcycle!!! Well I hope that gave you a little laugh! Good luck today and every day forward with out smoking! I wish they had a laser surgery for eating! That is my dilema! Dawn Kevies mom :o[/QUOTE]
Hi Dawn,
They do have laser therapy for weight loss. A little secret, I love big hair and I do love riding on a motorcycle.Before I met Frank, one of my boyfriends had a Harley and I loved riding on the back. We drove in the country, it was great. Some of my friends husbands have Harleys and I ride with them all the time. Most of the doctors and lawyers I know all own Harleys, it’s a different breed of people who own Harleys now. Makes me want to buy one and just ride off into the sunset.
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June 8, 2007 at 1:21 pm
Donna,
What great news that you will soon be smoke free! You can do it. I’m thinking of you, and hoping all goes easily for you.
Suzanne
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June 9, 2007 at 3:07 am
Donna,
Praying for you,and crossing fingers too.I quit when I had GBS the first time.That was always one of the first questions asked by each Dr.I had tried several times but really let it go this last time.You can do it I know!Let us know how you did!
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June 9, 2007 at 6:58 am
Good Luck Donna, I am really pulling for you. I know it is hard to quit smoking. I have a friend that has tried to quit 4 times already but just can’t do it.
Big Wishes and Hugs are sent your way. Also that was great wedding pictures. When my oldest son got married, he said him and his wife laught at me so hard boo hooing so hard in that front pew. What can I say, it really hit me that my child was growing up and going out on his own. -
June 9, 2007 at 10:35 am
[B]So far so good. I am not having the cravings or withdrawals. I can’t believe this is working for me. It’s strange, I think about having a cigarette for a brief moment, then it’s gone. No pain, no shakes, no crying.I will keep you posted on my everyday of not lighting up.
I will never smoke again, I will never smoke again, I will never smoke again. [/B]
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June 9, 2007 at 5:47 pm
We’re all with you!You can do this.Proud of you Donna!
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June 9, 2007 at 7:05 pm
Good to hear Brandy 🙂
Sue
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June 9, 2007 at 9:20 pm
[SIZE=3][COLOR=red]WAY TO GO DONNA!!!!!:D [/COLOR][/SIZE]
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June 10, 2007 at 3:21 pm
[SIZE=”6″]Still Smoke Free, Horray:) [/SIZE]
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June 10, 2007 at 7:48 pm
Yayyyyy! Keep up the good work, Donna!
Suzanne
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June 10, 2007 at 10:35 pm
You should just about be over the physical addition. That’s the hard part. Once I made it that far is stayed off cigarettes for years. Why I stated smoking again [twice] is a long story. 😮 This time I haven’t had a smoke since 1992 – one day at a time. 😀
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June 10, 2007 at 11:05 pm
Good for you Donna, hang in there and if you ever need any support you know I am here.
Jer
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June 11, 2007 at 1:42 am
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June 11, 2007 at 11:05 am
[B]Still smoke free and just loving myself for doing this. If I didn’t do the “laser therapy” I never would have gotten through the withdrawals and cravings. This is the best thing I have ever done for myself.
Thanks Everyone for the support, it really helps me. 🙂 [/B]
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June 11, 2007 at 12:38 pm
That’s GREAT Donna!!!!:)
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June 12, 2007 at 5:40 pm
Wow Donna!!! So fantastic 😀
I have been watching your progress with my own situation in mind. May I ask what kind of cost there was? Do you think it will work if I mostly want to quit, but not 100%? Please share with me as much as you can as I am freaking out doing research for my employer – I’m thinking they need a non-smoker to do this research as I get soooo stressed out talking about it all. I’ve checked on the Commit lozenges and gum stuff… may buy some at the store tonight.
I would really like to do what you have done and not tell anyone around me – especially my family. I’m so scared…
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June 12, 2007 at 6:49 pm
Hi Chrissy, 5 Days today, still no pain or withdrawals or cravings
The first question that laser therapy asks is are you sure you are ready to give up smoking? I was 100% ready. The cost here in New Jersey is $299, but I think it’s well worth it considering how much we pay for a pack of cigarettes. Chrissy the “laser therapy” is great, it doesn’t make you stop smoking that is why you must be 100% sure you want to quit. What it does is take away all the cravings and withdrawals, so you feel nothing. Last time I quit smoking I used hypnosis, but it was horrible, the withdrawals for me lasted for 3 weeks, I had a breakdown. With this company New Beginnings, if I need a booster laser therapy they give it to me for free. It lasts for about 5 days, just enough for the nicotine to leave the body. I swear I can’t believe I didn’t do this sooner but I was afraid of all the withdrawals and cravings.
I will not be one of those reformed smokers who tell people to stop smoking because as all smokers know, you have to want it that bad to stop. But if they ask me about the laser therapy I would recommend it in a heartbeat to anyone wanting to stop. Ask me whatever you want and I’ll tell you if I have the answer. There are several different companies who do this procedure. It was quite relaxing actually, sat back in a big overstuffed recliner and nearly fell asleep. I wanted to take the chair home with me.
I really am proud of myself for doing this. 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂
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June 13, 2007 at 6:20 am
Brandy,
I have been quietly waiting to see how you would react to this, Donna. It sounds really good……………..I quit a long time ago… (the hard way… {cold turkey}). I am really excited to see this new technique available for others, that want, and need, to quit smoking. I, like you, don’t want to “preach” or anything….. like a reformed smoker. I am just sooooo happy for you, and totally understand what it is like to undergo the after effects of post smoking…………I started chewing tobacco as an alternative, which was WORSE
. I actually had a harder time quitting that “disgusting” habit. But now, all is well. A big hug and congratulations to you big D!!!!! 🙂 Per
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June 13, 2007 at 8:03 am
Donna,
When I saw that you were doing this, I immediately felt that you would succeed. You seem like such a strong woman.
Congrats and keep up the good work !I dont know if they have laser therapy here in my part of the world. Good ol Nebraska. They have a new pill that I’ve heard of called chantix. My sister tried it and got a really bad belly ache. Another lady tried it and not only quit smoking but quit drinking beer, too.
Like you say, you have to really want it for anything to work. I’m so happy for you !
Stacey
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June 13, 2007 at 11:55 am
Hi Stacey,
From what I understand these laser therapy places are all over the United States.. Guess you could look on google for places in the state you live in.
Thanks for all the support, it really helps me alot.:)
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June 13, 2007 at 1:27 pm
Donna,
Thanks for your input. (I have to smile because the song “Brandy” is on the radio right now. – You’re a fine girl, what a good wife you would be… I’m sure Frank agreed on that.)
As others said, with all that you have been through the past couple of years, you are a very strong woman. And your attitude toward quitting smoking reflects that. I am processing lots of thoughts on this issue and am taking it one day at a time, unfortunately still smoking. I bought another carton yesterday wasting $27.99. You are a shining example for me (and I bet some others reading this too) and I thank you so much!!!
I also bought some Commit lozenges and try one a little later. I usually munch out between 3 and 5 pm at work as my last smoke break (while I still have them) is at 2 pm.
Is your cough gone? Any change in energy level? You are the ONE!!!
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June 16, 2007 at 5:53 pm
[B]Bringing this up again for my friend Roxie to read.[/B]
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June 16, 2007 at 6:03 pm
Hi Chrissy,
I still have my cough, but it doesn’t seem as bad as it used to be, but I also have asthma and severe allergies, so I cough all the time from that.But still much better then a week ago.
I am hoping that my asthma slows down a bit, it has gotten so bad in the last few months, that was another reason that I wanted to stop smoking.
I am not as strong as I appear to be, I have my melt downs all the time. I just try to stay as positive as I can when I come here, not wanting to burden all of my friends with my moments of craziness.
I do thank all of you who help to keep my head above water all the time, I couldn’t do it without the love and support I get from my family here.
Chrissy when you are ready to stop smoking, you will know that it’s the right time for you. I’ll be your #1 cheerleader when you decide it’s your time.
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June 18, 2007 at 12:26 pm
Donna,
Just checking in to see how you are doing this Monday, June 18?
Thank you for offering your support maybe in the near future?!?! I have tried one of those Commit lozenges – they are more like a chalky rolaids, but worked for delivering nicotine to my system. I go to my regular PCP next week and plan to ask him about Wellbutrin to take along with Paxil. My niece has taken the two together and reports weight loss (she doesn’t smoke) and anxiety and depression are both better. Wellbutrin (aka Zyban) is supposed to help with nicotine addicition. The newest drug, Chantix, is just that – the newest drug and I don’t want to be a guinea pig. Thanks for listening.
Good luck Donna!!!!
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July 2, 2007 at 3:20 pm
Donna,
How are you doing? I’m still stressing over the fact that I have got to quit rather soon. At least my tone has changed a little bit in that I know I cannot escape this withdrawl forever. I just started Wellbutrin and can’t tell anything yet.
Very curious as to your status?!?!?!
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July 2, 2007 at 5:22 pm
Hey Donna, just wanted you to know I am thinking of you as we approach the fourth. I hope you are doing well without smoking 🙂
Jerimy
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July 3, 2007 at 12:48 pm
[B]Thanks for asking and wondering Jer. I am still smokefree and this Friday it will be a month. Hooray for me. My asthma is so much better too. I hardly cough anymore, the only coughing is allergy and asthma related, but like I said so much better.:) [/B]
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July 3, 2007 at 12:51 pm
[B]Hi Chrissy,
Still smokefree and loving every minute of it.I hope you have the success I have had and if you need a cheerleader I’ll be here for you, just e-mail me.
It’s 4 weeks this Friday.:D [/B] Chrissy by the way the newest med to stop smoking Chantix is an excellant med, I know a few people who used it to stop smoking and it worked like a charm for them. It has been about 8 months since they last smoked.
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July 3, 2007 at 8:47 pm
WAY TO GO DONNA!!!!!:) Keep up the Good Work!!!
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July 4, 2007 at 7:39 am
Great work Donna, You have my support.
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July 4, 2007 at 12:01 pm
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July 6, 2007 at 2:10 pm
[B]Yippee, Horray, Smoke free for 1 month today.:D 😀 😀 😀 [/B]
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July 6, 2007 at 4:13 pm
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July 6, 2007 at 5:15 pm
Congratulations you should be over the worst of it. The physical craving should be gone. Just as side note, the psychological craving never goes away entirely. It can pop is ugly head up any time. But if you have gone this far you can beat it if it does.
I know I stop back in 92 and every once in a while I get an urge to light one up. Fortunately there isn’t that may place were people can smoke so that helps a lot.
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July 6, 2007 at 5:59 pm
Brandy,
Keep up the good work! You are doing something that is so difficult, but so important. I know you can do it!
Suzanne
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July 23, 2007 at 2:47 pm
Brandy,
Do you still need luck, Or is just success one day at a time?
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July 23, 2007 at 9:08 pm
Sending a big HOORAY your way!!!
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July 24, 2007 at 11:49 am
[B]Still smokefree, thanks for all the encouragement everyone. Every now and then I get a very strong urge to smoke but I keep telling myself “No Way” So far so good, hopefully this will last forever. 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 [/B]
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July 24, 2007 at 11:53 am
You [COLOR=red]ROCK [/COLOR][COLOR=black]Girl!!!! Keep up the Great Work!!!:D [/COLOR]
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