Wednesday, January 17, 2007

January 17, 2007

3 more pounds gone! I'm doing something right, down to 225 from a high of 235, five pounds in less than a week (I started this week at 230). I know things will slow down, but this is great so far. My mood has lifted and I am feeling much better.

Today I quit smoking! It's not going to be easy but, my doctor prescribed Chantix to help. It works by blocking the nicotine receptors in the brain, so what I have to battle is the psychological addiction. I smoke for entertainment and to reward myself and to relax. The Chantix, in the beginning at least, gives you dry mouth so you have to drink alot. Also I had a slight queasy feeling in my stomach, but that has passed. This is my 6th day on Chantix, so it's only today that I've actually put down the cigarettes. I don't feel an overwhelming urge to quit, but I know I must because of health reasons. God, please get me through this.

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