Today marked the 1 year mark for me of being a non-smoker! I am amazed at how fast the time really went. In the beginning it seemed as if the time would never pass. Now I am here celebrating with my quit buddies. Others have said this, but if I can do it you can do it.
It is wonderful to be able to take a deep breath without coughing and choking. At this time last year I had not slept the night through for 5 years. I would wake myself up coughing. I'm not saying I still don't have moments when I think about smoking because even at a year quit I still think about it. The difference is now I know that it is just an urge, one that will pass if I let it.
So I'm doing a wonderful thing for my health and for the health of the planet. My birthday is also Earth day, so I really get to celebrate each year.