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For all those times…

March 17, 2008

For all those times…

Smokefree

 I was totally lying when I said I was taking the trash out for the 7th time in a single day and for so many other times that even I have lost count, I present, gentle blog readers, perhaps my most prized of taggers

Go me.

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  1. RenΓ© says

    March 17, 2008 at 9:44 am

    YAY YOU!! You should definitely celebrate!!

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  2. Jeanne says

    March 17, 2008 at 9:44 am

    Congratulations! I will also be hitting my 2 year since quitting on June 2nd. I am proud of myself for quitting, and my family reminds me alot that they are proud of me too. Go Us! We are Quitters!

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  3. Christy Pair says

    March 17, 2008 at 9:45 am

    Go you- and your lungs!

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  4. Shalini Chandra says

    March 17, 2008 at 9:46 am

    Woo…Hooo…
    Congratulations

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  5. Sophie says

    March 17, 2008 at 9:47 am

    You should be proud of yourself and your lil’ lungs! Way to go!

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  6. Paulette Sarsfield says

    March 17, 2008 at 9:48 am

    Way to go Cathy!!! 11 years for my man & me… you are right, it is a REALLY BIG deal!!!

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  7. Christine Campbell says

    March 17, 2008 at 9:54 am

    HUGE CONGRATS CATHY!!
    It makes me happier than you could ever imagine when someone quits smoking for good.
    You should be so proud of yourself!!

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  8. Joanne Hodges says

    March 17, 2008 at 9:57 am

    go you!! Congratulations Cathy – that’s an awesome anniversary to be celebrating – I’m quite sure your lungs and kids thank you!

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  9. Karen Firstbrook says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:00 am

    That’s right – yea you!
    Congrats on your super important anniversary!

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  10. Jane says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:04 am

    Congrats!!!!!!!!!!

    I am going to do the month of April and I have almost all of my supplies ready to go!
    Can’t wait….just hope I have something worth writing about! And I wish it would be that I quit smoking!

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  11. Susan says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:08 am

    Congrats Cathy! That IS a HUGE accomplishment! Way to go!!

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  12. Deborah P says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:10 am

    Congratulations, Cathy!! You go, girl! And Jane, wouldn’t it be wonderful if 2 years from now, when Cathy posts her 4 year anniversary of being smoke-free, you could chime in that it’s your 2nd anniversary???? πŸ™‚

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  13. tara Whitney says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:11 am

    WHO IS BETTER THAN YOU ARE TODAY?????? HUH MOTHAHLICKAH?!

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  14. lynn whelan says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:11 am

    what’s my favorite thing here, aside from your being smoke-free for 2 whole years. (i shit you not) it’s the cut flowers! i’m sorry but that has always been one of my favorite sayings, and it just feels so darn good to add it back to my vocabulary.

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  15. Pattie says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:13 am

    That’s a HUGE deal! Congratulations!!!!

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  16. Pattie says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:13 am

    That’s a HUGE deal! Congratulations!!!!

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  17. Kari says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:16 am

    This is a case of quitters definitely winning! You rock! Congratulations!

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  18. Meghan E says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:21 am

    you go girl! πŸ™‚

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  19. Bobbi in KY says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:24 am

    You go girl!!!

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  20. Lyn Meeker says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:44 am

    WHOO HOOO! … WAY TO GO GIRL!!!!

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  21. cathy walters says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:46 am

    that is so awesome! Good for you!!!!!

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  22. annie says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:47 am

    Congratulations! That is wonderful.

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  23. Abby P. says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:48 am

    Awesome accomplishment! Cute tag, too!

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  24. ShellyJ says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:49 am

    Congratulations!

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  25. Mel says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:55 am

    Congratulations. I have my big 2 coming up in May and I also have the same weight as you. It is a long journey.

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  26. Tara (aka AbbysMomma) says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:57 am

    Congratulations, Cathy!!!! This is definitely a super HUGE deal! You go, girl!!!

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  27. lynne says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:06 am

    Way to go Cathy!

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  28. Tracy Wallace says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:08 am

    Congrats Cathy, as a cold-turkey quitter myself, I applaud you and your lungs!

    Now, for a detail question…..what is the stamp (or maybe they’re rub ons) used for the “years” part of your tag?

    Thanks and enjoy your smoke free day πŸ™‚

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  29. mrstjshelby says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:22 am

    HUZZAH!

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  30. Terri B in Oregon says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:22 am

    Way to go you!

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  31. Shelly in the NW says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:23 am

    WOW!!! Yea You!
    i have always been thankful i never took up that habit, especially since my dad was a 3-pack-a-day-er πŸ™ It seems to be one of the hardest things to quit. So yea you!!! whooo hooooo.

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  32. merideth says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:25 am

    obviously, we’re all proud of you. good thing you quit, too – look what has happed over at pioneer woman: http://thepioneerwoman.com/2008/03/the_following_images_may_disturb_you.html

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  33. Shelby says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:39 am

    Woo hoo you!! πŸ˜€

    I celebrated 2 years smoke-free on February 1st of this year.

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!

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  34. ratqueen says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:47 am

    You can’t see me right now but I’m giving you a HUGE standing O right now. Way to go Cathy!!!

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  35. Nell-Ann says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:55 am

    Congratulations !!!!!!!!!!!

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  36. Vicki Rundlett says

    March 17, 2008 at 12:02 pm

    Go you indeed! Congrats!

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  37. Stacy/CA says

    March 17, 2008 at 12:12 pm

    Go you! Amazing, wonderful, beautiful accomplishment.

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  38. stacy says

    March 17, 2008 at 12:13 pm

    YAHOOOOOOOOO

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  39. Heidi says

    March 17, 2008 at 12:17 pm

    Congratulations!!!!

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  40. debbie cook says

    March 17, 2008 at 12:23 pm

    woohoo! rock on cathy! πŸ™‚

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  41. margie says

    March 17, 2008 at 12:24 pm

    darling…
    so proud of YOU…
    i thank you…
    your boobs thank YOU…
    loves…
    kiss kiss
    m

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  42. janis says

    March 17, 2008 at 12:31 pm

    yipee ya hoo and good for you! (and your family too!) ok, how geeky was that? but the yahoo is very heartfelt. keep it up! πŸ™‚

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  43. Jana says

    March 17, 2008 at 12:39 pm

    Yay for you Cathy! Congrats on your two year anniversary. A toast to you with a glass of Merlot :).

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  44. Rhonda says

    March 17, 2008 at 12:53 pm

    Congrats! Happy 2nd Anniversary! Way to go!

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  45. Maureen says

    March 17, 2008 at 1:03 pm

    Congratulations! Treat yourself to something really great today. Giving up smoking is VERY difficult, I know, it took me oh, about five tries to finally quit for good. That was, wow, 16 years ago, March 11.
    BTW just finished reading C&S the Sequel, cover to cover last night. LOVE it. Love your style. I now have a long list of projects I can’t wait to get started.

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  46. WENDY MYERS says

    March 17, 2008 at 1:14 pm

    WOW I can’t believe it’s been 2 years!!!!

    GOOD FOR YOU!! Wsh I had your will power!

    Maybe one day

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  47. Katrina of Southern California says

    March 17, 2008 at 1:21 pm

    You should celebrate that is a hard thing to conquer. You go Girl!!!

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  48. Heather H. says

    March 17, 2008 at 1:27 pm

    Yes, go you! That is totally awesome!

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  49. sandi says

    March 17, 2008 at 1:28 pm

    Congrats! That is a super big deal!

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  50. Sharon F. says

    March 17, 2008 at 2:26 pm

    WhaaaHoo! Its a super duper big deal. I am so proud of you. I know its a hard thing to do…keep at it everyday!

    sharon f.
    oakland,ca

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  51. reyanna says

    March 17, 2008 at 2:37 pm

    Hear that shouting? It’s me saying, “WOOHOO” all the way from Colorado! Go you, is right! Go you! πŸ˜€

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  52. Nicola says

    March 17, 2008 at 2:41 pm

    You know Jemaine and Bret aren’t here right now but if they were I’m sure they’d say… aww yeah, that’s pretty cool aye. high five.

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  53. Tammy says

    March 17, 2008 at 2:48 pm

    Congratulations Cathy! You should celebrate with a nice long … walk, breathing in and out deeply, feeling the fantastic fresh air in your lungs!! And, on this Happy St. Patrick’s Day…

    As you slide down the bannister of life,
    May the splinters never point the wrong way.
    Irish Blessing

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  54. Vicky says

    March 17, 2008 at 2:58 pm

    Hell Yes GO YOU! im 4 years on the 31st…still miss it everyday like an old friend

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  55. Sue in Grapevine says

    March 17, 2008 at 2:59 pm

    Congratulations! I’m proud of you!
    We studied about addictions @ church & the research shows that it’s harder to quit cigarettes than it is to get off heroin!
    Think of how much more of your children’s lives you’ll be able to share!
    You definitely made the right choice.

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  56. Lauren says

    March 17, 2008 at 3:09 pm

    Congrats, Cathy…it’s awesome for YOU, but really really awesome for your kids, and also your grandkids. Gotta do all we can to make sure we’re around to enjoy them….even if it is down the road a ways.

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  57. Jane says

    March 17, 2008 at 3:23 pm

    Ok just placed the order for my last set of stamps I need to start by April book! I was lucky enough to get just the numbers I needed from company believe it or not…..I don’t need the letters and in my conversation with the guy he said he had a set that had bad letters in it and if I wanted he would send me just the numbers…WOOHOOO! Uh, YES and for only 10 bucks!

    And I did see the pioneer woman web site this morning and cracked up! I think someone is trying to tell me something!

    Jane

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  58. bobbie says

    March 17, 2008 at 4:31 pm

    Congrats!! I DO know what the big deal is!!! You GO girl!!!

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  59. Linda says

    March 17, 2008 at 4:35 pm

    Go you is right!!!

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  60. Lisa says

    March 17, 2008 at 4:42 pm

    Way to go! That is awesome for you and your lungs and your whole oral cavity! Lisa

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  61. Charity says

    March 17, 2008 at 5:04 pm

    Way to go, Cathy! That IS a BIG deal!!! I say we throw you a party where we can all eat excessively while we celebrate you being smoke free! What do you say? I’ll plan to eat a nice big slice of chocolate cake tonight, on your account! Good job! (P.S. Do you have issues now with your garbage overflowing?)

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  62. Nadia says

    March 17, 2008 at 5:52 pm

    yay you! funny cause today I came across a journal page that reminded me that it has been four years for me. my dad recently quit smoking after 50+ years. not an easy thing to do! I am so happy for you! you go girl! now we get to have you around longer! this is good!

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  63. MaryRuth Francks says

    March 17, 2008 at 5:53 pm

    Congrats!!! That’s a huge accomplishment!!!

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  64. Lovebug Kat says

    March 17, 2008 at 6:12 pm

    COngrats on 2 years smoke free Cathy!
    I am on my 3rd day and that is a big step for me, I hope to be able to do a 2 year anniversary too!

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  65. Kristina says

    March 17, 2008 at 6:33 pm

    Congrats and keep up the great work!!!! Your family will be soo proud!

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  66. Valerie says

    March 17, 2008 at 6:38 pm

    Congratulations Cathy – keep fighting the good fight! I quit cold turkey 10 years ago on Feb. 1 – it was the hardest thing I ever did – but the best thing. I hope you did something special today to celebrate this great achievement!!
    Val in NJ

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  67. ngaire Bartlam says

    March 17, 2008 at 6:39 pm

    Go you indeed.
    the only thing better than a fabulous woman with talent, class , and wit to burn.. is that woman with happy lungs and smoke free breath and hair! :))

    peace.
    Ngaire
    x

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  68. Madeline says

    March 17, 2008 at 6:44 pm

    Yes! I too am very proud of having done this. You go indeed. We’ll have far fewer wrinkles and age spots, while we are living much longer.

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  69. Judy in Carefree says

    March 17, 2008 at 6:48 pm

    Good for you! I never smoked, but my hubby quit a little over two years ago and I’m so proud of him and you too, because I know it wasn’t easy!

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  70. Georgia says

    March 17, 2008 at 6:50 pm

    WOO HOO!!!! Congrats!!

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  71. Kathryn says

    March 17, 2008 at 7:04 pm

    Way to Go Cathy! This is a great achievement to add to your long list!

    Kathryn

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  72. DarlaLOU says

    March 17, 2008 at 7:39 pm

    WAY TO GO!!!!!!!! This is a super big deal!

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  73. Aleks says

    March 17, 2008 at 7:39 pm

    Congrats Cathy, I just hit the 1 year mark….(again!)

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  74. Jill says

    March 17, 2008 at 8:21 pm

    WOOT! That’s a really BIG deal.
    Congrats!

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  75. kim in Camas - ScrapToMyLu says

    March 17, 2008 at 8:57 pm

    now that makes me happy! The more smoke free people we have, the better!
    My dad would have been 71 today……..but the nasty habit took his life at 64.
    I know it must be one of the hardest things you’ve ever done. congrats!

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  76. RachelG says

    March 17, 2008 at 9:17 pm

    Happy Anniversary to you and your lungs!
    Congratulations to the three of you!

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  77. amy says

    March 17, 2008 at 10:43 pm

    Woo Hoo!!! Congrats 2 U!

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  78. Sharon says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:03 pm

    Major congrats- what an accomplishment! Keep up the good work.

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  79. Rebecca says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:19 pm

    magnificent

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  80. Tracy says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:42 pm

    Congratulations – so cool that this fell during your “tag month” so you could capture such a milestone!

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  81. Amylynn says

    March 17, 2008 at 11:52 pm

    This coming May will be my two years. I am so so so glad that I dont smoke anymore, yet I still think about it everyday. Oh well!

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  82. Kay says

    March 18, 2008 at 5:05 am

    As my 2 year old DS loves to say, BRAVO!!!

    And yes he says it at the top of his lungs, so you must also read it that way. πŸ˜‰

    All kidding aside. It’s a great thing you have done for yourself and all who love you. Seriously, Bravo!

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  83. Lainey says

    March 18, 2008 at 6:54 am

    Go Cathy! I quit just over a month ago and am SO happy I did! I can’t wait to celebrate my 2 year anniversary like you!

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  84. Melissa Miller says

    March 18, 2008 at 7:36 am

    I normally just lurk on your blog but I want to say great job!!! I know it’s hard to quit. My brother is trying again. Awesome!!!

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  85. Jennifer says

    March 18, 2008 at 7:41 am

    Booyah and congrats to you! As a former smoker I know what a big deal this is. Just keep on keeping on and you’ll be fine!

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  86. Debbie says

    March 18, 2008 at 8:30 am

    Yes, indeed. Happy Anniversary.

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  87. Jennifer says

    March 18, 2008 at 9:37 am

    Congratulations! Good job, that is definately something to be proud of!

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  88. Christine Villacarlos says

    March 18, 2008 at 10:37 am

    WTG, Cathy!!! Happy Anniversary!!!

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  89. cindy b says

    March 18, 2008 at 10:43 am

    CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!

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  90. Julie Mitchell from Canada says

    March 18, 2008 at 11:09 am

    BRAVO!!!

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  91. Lisa says

    March 18, 2008 at 11:43 am

    That. Is. Huge. No wonder you look so youthful! Now if we could just get you off the Crac. πŸ™‚

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  92. Stephanie says

    March 18, 2008 at 1:42 pm

    Woohoo!
    Huge Congrats on hitting that 2 year mark!

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  93. kathleen says

    March 18, 2008 at 2:17 pm

    fantastic!!!!!!!!!!!

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  94. Melissa Cavanaugh says

    March 18, 2008 at 2:54 pm

    Hey Ms. Cathy
    I did not have time to post yesterday, but I wanted to go ahead and tell you congrats on the smoke free thing! How awesome is that?!? You rock my friend, happy st. paddy’s day as well…
    Melissa

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  95. Sharon says

    March 18, 2008 at 2:58 pm

    Congratulations – that is a great achievement!

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  96. Debbi (no 'e' on the end) says

    March 18, 2008 at 3:31 pm

    I just passed 14 years on February 21st so I know you should be very proud of yourself. Hopefully you will help others make the decision to quit too! Congrats!!

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  97. Regina says

    March 18, 2008 at 8:02 pm

    YOU GO GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I know it is hard thing to quit! ..believe me I KNOW!! Keep it up!!!

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  98. Carolyn says

    March 18, 2008 at 8:05 pm

    WTG Cathy! two years is amazing, you should be so darn proud of yourself for being able to say 2 yrs., of course you should know now that you can stay this way for many more years. This is one of the things you talk about on your blog that helps me and my goal to keep as an ex-smoker. Hopefully someday I will be able to say 2 yr. anniversary, too.

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  99. Gina says

    March 18, 2008 at 10:18 pm

    You’ve got it right! As one who’s in that particular sisterhood with you, I know that it’s SUPER BIG! Congratulations to you.

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  100. Jeanette Brooks says

    March 18, 2008 at 10:38 pm

    CONGRATULATIONS ON SUCH A HUGE ACCOMPLISHMENT! YAY YOU, INDEED!

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  101. sansku says

    March 18, 2008 at 10:59 pm

    It’s not like you need another comment (wow – 100!!) but I just have to tell you “way to go girl!” for quitting smoking. Love these tags and I started making my own. Also – thank you so much for the David Bowie video. Loved finding that as I LOOOVE that song and it’s my “David Bowie” favorite. Loved the different versions of it. Thanks! Keep up the good work! πŸ˜€

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  102. Ginny says

    March 18, 2008 at 11:37 pm

    Congrats! My hubby is an ex smoker & my brother has tried quitting so many times, I lost count. Good for you, it isn’t easy, but so worth it!

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  103. wende moore says

    March 19, 2008 at 1:47 am

    you’re right, SUPER BIG DEAL! congratulations and keep up the awesome work!

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  104. Sara-Jane (New Zealand) says

    March 19, 2008 at 2:00 am

    Go you !!! I’m so proud πŸ™‚

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  105. Sharon says

    March 19, 2008 at 4:01 am

    HI Cathy – congratulations on the two years of fag free life!!

    Question – I recently had to have my hard drive replaced, and lost my much loved ss mono font…but I can’t remember where I got it (apart from something to do with Simple of course!) Please could you tell me where to find it again……

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  106. Kelly says

    March 19, 2008 at 9:21 am

    That is wonderful! Your hubby and kids and all those who love you I’m sure are so proud– and thankful to know you will be around much longer!! Way to go!!

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  107. Kelly says

    March 19, 2008 at 9:23 am

    That is wonderful! Your hubby and kids and all those who love you I’m sure are so proud– and thankful to know you will be around much longer!! Way to go!!

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  108. Kelly says

    March 19, 2008 at 9:50 am

    Awesome. What an incredible accomplishment. Go you!

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  109. Ann says

    March 21, 2008 at 10:44 pm

    I celebrated my 2 year escape from smoke prison in January. I hope to celebrate my return to my normal weight soon.

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  110. Barb A. Stewart says

    March 25, 2008 at 8:45 pm

    WOW, that’s fabulous Cathy~! I love hearing people say that they’ve quit smoking! I really believe that my parents would still be around had they quit early on.
    Your family must be so proud and happy for you!
    Congratulations & Keep up the good work!

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