Hi Richard!  Thank you so much for writing. You know what? You matter TOO! I dont think any of us hear it enough. We are good people, all of us, and deserve the best. I didnt see when your quit date was, but whenever it was, I think you are doing great. We deserve to be happy. We deserve to do what it takes to be healthy, and that includes NOT SMOKING.  I have never been one to say 'I love myself"...it sounds weird to hear it, but now I start off my journal in the morning everyday with "I love me'. So, baby steps, but I tell you, I am learning. And with the learning I am becoming more confident. You sound like a very confident person. Keep on going. Congratualtions right back at you!
Sue R, quit date Feb 18, day 57