Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Smokin'

There is a song that says, "Last cigarette, last cigarette, one before I go to bed!" That is the song I will be singing tonight.

Shocked?!?!?! I know that those of you who didn't know are probably shocked to find that I have been a smoker (off and on) since I was 14 years old. Those of you who did know are probably shocked to see that I am telling the world... since I have been pretty embarrassed and secretive about the habit for many years.

I have been taking with my doctor for several months about Chantix. It is a nicotine inhibitor rather than a constant supply of nicotine like all of the other ways I have tried to quit. So last Thursday I started the medicine with the goal of quitting on the 30th (per the instructions on the box).



Tomorrow is the 30th! I am ready! I have many supporters! And I have the hope of a healthier and better smelling life!

I hope I haven't disappointed anyone. I feel like I am standing here naked. But, I also feel like quitting has to be something I do in public since I have kept the other so private. Please don't judge me. Pray for streingth and faith that I can do it!

Thank you,
Leslie Cooper

3 comments:

betty cooper said...

you go girl!! you have my support and prayers and love.

abby said...

You make me so proud! And you're a little cuter than that lady on your blog. ;) Whatever it takes, we'll help you and pray hard! I LOVE YOU SO!

julie said...

Awesome!

After nicotene, you really need to give up smoking crack. It is so expensive. And so bad for you!

No really, that is admirable and I will be prayin' hard for you! Anything tangible that would help? Maybe a favorite gum I could send you?