Hi all!! Today is the day!! It seems much more of an adventure this time with all of us working together, rather than something to dread.

I ate my 200 calorie breakfast, after I did my Denise Austin workout. Felt good!! I'll just be glad when I can move more freely and come close to doing the workout like her :D

Joanna & Wendy - I agree that the smokers (all stages) are sharing their feelings and inspiration. No matter what bad habit and addictions we are trying to get rid of, it is so hard to do. Talking and sharing seems to help a lot!!! I've never smoked but my husband did for years. He quit once, started again for several years and then quit for the second & last time using the Nicorette like John (Mr. Kimmi) did. It really worked for him, too. But watching him struggle, I know how hard it is for those who smoke.

Joanna, my mom is also one who can smoke every once in awhile and then go for a long time without even touching one. But now it has been years & years since she has had a cigarette.

Bonnie – I just read your words of inspirations. You said it all and so beautifully and succinct. Congratulations on your success (and very hard work)!!!! But what is EFX?

Karen & Bonnie – I’m 5 ft 1 ½”. A tad taller than both of you, but still pretty darn short. I don’t mind being short at all but it is just so unfair that we can’t have as many calories and extra weight does show up fast. Oh well . . .

Masaki – I think you said the most important thing of all. “You have to REALLY want to quit smoking” or lose weight, etc, etc. Nobody can do it for us.

Olivia,John, the Cleave, Pam, Southernlady, Marc, Marcie, juicyjuju, Chip, McKeever & Wes – I never got a chance to personally welcome all of you to our group. Enjoyed all of your posts here and all your advice, ideas and encouragement. The posts are being added so fast, I’m not able to respond to all of them. This is so exciting!! Keep the posts coming.

Cyndi