The milestones will be stretched out to a month after today is finished… I sorta promise. I’ve been a non-smoker for 1 week and 1 day now it’s odd, almost like a part of my identity is gone. “My name is Dawn and I was for the most part, a closet smoker…” Well… unless out with friends, I pretty much kept my habit low key.

This is also the first time in AGES where I’ve attempted to quit with no intent of starting up again. In the past when I’ve tried to kick the habit, like most ppl who are addicted… people would beg me to smoke after the first day of going without. It *is* difficult, but physically you have three days of hell and then that’s it. If I can do it cold turkey, anyone can.

My biggest issue HAS been the food. I haven’t allowed my body to break down food normally in a VERY long time. A cigarette after a meal was a requirement- Needless to say I’m eating long after I’m full. I need to get more physical than I am while my body is adjusting and I do need help with that.

Anyway- I’ve now gone an entire work week and weekend as a non-smoker and I live to tell the tale and continue on my journey.

My name is Dawn and I’m a non-smoker.