Hi,
Judih! Yes... that SooZen!! What a gal, I tell you. She was mega-help on all fronts. And this thread she began, terrific. I'd be one depressed fellow if it weren't for her during this whole ordeal.
mnaz, amigo! all is A-OK on the Phar Lepht side so far. Much to overcome, many new changes need to churn away, and regrets about the past must be dissolved. All in all : I'd rate the future a 10.
mousey-one, my friend! thank you. good to be back in the stream, although it may be another week or so to do another one
arcadia! hola, amiga. rolling with the flow as best as I can, and liking the new directional ride!
doreen, ex-smoking buddy! 10 days today and counting. (2) chews of nicorette last Sunday and Monday, but cold turkey otherwise. occasional passing desire that must be stopped. like an alcoholic, i cannot ever smoke tobacco again or else ... I've quit before for five years but could not say no to a cigar. bip! i was shortly hooked again. this time the warnings are too loud and too dire. i truly hope you can stop the habit.
i'll keep you posted on the changes within.
all of you - thank you for your words, truly!