Well, today I made a monumental decision, and commitment. It is one I have made before, without long term success, but, with hope springing eternal, I am praying that this time it sticks!
I have decided to quit smoking. I've ordered the medication, which is supposed to help, and am working on all the reasons why this is a good decision. You see, I've smoked for 35 years. Yikes! And quite frankly, am tired of being a 'slave' to cigarettes.
What prompted this? My husband, who was taking a creative writing class, had as an assignment a persuasive essay...persuade a friend to quit smoking. As a challenge, I decided to do this essay as well. Mine was called "The Letter", and I wrote it, from one friend to another, upon her deathbed. Well, by the time I'd finished, I was in tears, real ones!
And I realized that could be me! It was, and still is, a real "wake up call". Guess I'll walk around with that essay tucked into my pocket, ready to read should I consider wavering. 35 years of a habit may be hard to break, but God willing, with love and hope, prayer and commitment, this time I'll make it.
Wish me luck! I need it!
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I'm very proud of you for wanting to quit [again]. I'm sure it will be a tough road, but by golly you've been through worse. Good luck!
Love, Stacie
Wow Karen - Mom and I are so happy for you. What fabulous news. I know it will be difficult, but you CAN do this! You'll be in our thoughts and prayers. xxooCathy & Mary Jo
You can do it! You can do it!!! You can call me anytime....I've been there! There is true freedom that will feel so wonderful when you are a few months smoke-free...I promise!
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