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Topic Started: Jul 16 2013, 01:38 AM (26,709 Views)
rdad
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Luby
May 1 2015, 08:14 PM
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Apr 30 2015, 08:56 AM
worktowin
Apr 29 2015, 08:51 PM
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Apr 29 2015, 05:29 PM
April 29, 2015 - Day 654

I haven't posted in my own intro in quite some time and in lieu of venting my frustrations today towards any specific individual or specifically my fist against their jaw I have decided to write it all here in an effort to release the demon within my head telling me "just do it...he deserves it".

I am trying to wrap up a construction project in Denver Colorado. This client is far and above the absolute worst and most condescending client I have ever worked for. I managed the Preconstruction process for the job for almost a year (cost, scheduling, logistics planning, etc.), then we hired a project team to manage the work...epic fail; one guy was run off by others, two others quit when they figured out they were in over their head, another guy quit way early and never really tired. I then took over the responsibility when I visited the job and identified that they were 11 weeks off the planned schedule. I then got us back on schedule, made no friends doing so but gained the respect of our trade contractors because someone finally "owned it". I now have three other projects for a much different client that I have projects starting for, they want me there...which is home so I am happy. I found a younger guy that although lacks tact in his delivery he gets it and understands the scope of work. Enter owner's representative who always wants to argue contract language with me; the problem he has is that he references old contract language that this client used in the 80s, so he is seldom correct. Let's just say that this guy absolutely hates being proven wrong, even if I do so as though I had feelings.

So to make a real long story a little bit shorter...this Ass Clown decides last night to contact the President of my company (a close personal friend of mine) and indicate that I said something that I did not. I flew off the handle this morning when I found out and was ready to just tear him a new asshole. Thankfully the company president put it into perspective for me and indicated that he had proof that he was talking out his ass, and that I should let it go. So I have kind of let it go, but my 200# heavy bag is going to get it's ass kicked tonight. Tomorrow is a new day and as a matter of fact I am flying home, get to see my kids, coach some baseball and then on Friday meet with my new client.

The moral of the story is that this world is chocked full of Ass Clowns, some of those you can hit and others you can't. I still have a solid quit and though I was fighting mad today I never once thought a dip would make it better. So I close this with the best thing I can as I say 'Finger' Strong Letter to Follow.

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I hate mother fuckers at work. I got to deal with one myself today.

Nicotine only helps make others rich. Mostly doctors dentists and hospitals. Nothing more.

Nice update
656 days ago you would not be thinking as clearly or articulating as well as you are now. You may have acted on your impulses and knocked the guy out and we all know where that would have left you!!! Fast forward to now you win and nicotine looses yet again. I don't know why we all thought nicotine gave us the strength to overcome all our problems. Quit on brother!
I am always damn proud you are a part of my quit, and proud to call you a friend but even more so after reading that. You have my number feel free to vent any time, and enjoy the freedom that comes with dealing with idiots and assholes on your terms and not having to bang the cancer can to handle the stupidity that seems to increase every day. Proud to quit with you today.
Cory, I am also a project manager/super/estimator for a heavy construction company. I feel your pain bro. You are leading the way for me. I will never forget the encouragement you gave me in the beginning of my quit. Peace!
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Ode to my Old Man

Today I sit at my desk with tears welling,
As this anniversary of your death passes.
I miss you more and question if telling
You I loved you was done among masses.

The hardest part has been when I need a guide,
Hey pop how should I do this or what would you do?
Now it sucks because I have to take it in stride,
I know no matter what you will help me through.

I guess in a sense losing you has helped some,
As I know I have become a better dad.
Daily teaching and learning always welcome,
Grateful for the seconds I get and never sad.

This year we started building your dream car,
The kids and I are Hot Rodding your old Ford.
They all take pride in following your star,
We know you are working with us and onboard.

The whole family is not the same now,
Things have changed now without the glue.
I will always be there for mom no matter how,
I hope you know we all miss you.

The irony in all this is I know what I'd hear,
When you say "tough guys don't cry."
Well damn it, you caused this tear,
But trust that I am strong and I will always try.

I know you raised me to be strong and tough,
As I am raising your grandkids the same too.
Losing you in my life was surprisingly rough,
I know I didn't say it enough but I do love you.

Thank you for making me the man I am,
I owe you so much I could never repay.
The best I can do in this life is be who I am,
And smile because you helped make me that way.


I wrote this in Odes to Quitters but I wanted to add this to my intro thread as well. Since losing my dad I have learned many great things:
1 - No matter how strong you are as a person, being a man and losing your father unexpectedly is a very humbling experience. I felt so vulnerable and scared yet knew as the successor I had no choice but to step up.
2 - Tell your loved ones that you love them, as often as you can, enjoy your kids, take pride in family (even the crazy ones). Enjoy life and rise above ignorance
3 - Make time to take time, do not wait for a perfect time and never let perfect be the enemy of good
4 - Anything you do in life, think about who is watching, what will they see, what will they think, and care about that a little but mostly consider if your dad would be proud or ashamed of what you are about to do
5 - Be yourself, be proud of what you are and what you have become

My father was by no means a Saint, but he was my father and it is my opinion that his way of bringing me up made me into the man I became and thought I too am not a Saint, I am proud to be what I am and I vow to wear the name he gave me proudly. This is My Last Name, I love you dad and I am eternally grateful to what you have handed me.

>P<
"If you want to quit then stop talking and just QUIT. If you want to kill yourself a bullet is cheaper and faster than a tin, plus it eliminates my hearing you whine and cry like a bitch."

Best thing I have read on KTC...Submitted by tgafish on 7/3/14

Former Skoal Straight and Cope Longcut user that started at the age of 12. QUIT on 7/15/13
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Beautiful Corey! I lost my Dad when I was 24. He was 48. Not a day goes by that I don't think about him. Thanks for this. I feel the same!
Edited by rdad, May 15 2015, 03:55 PM.
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May 15 2015, 10:53 AM
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Ode to my Old Man

Today I sit at my desk with tears welling,
As this anniversary of your death passes.
I miss you more and question if telling
You I loved you was done among masses.

The hardest part has been when I need a guide,
Hey pop how should I do this or what would you do?
Now it sucks because I have to take it in stride,
I know no matter what you will help me through.

I guess in a sense losing you has helped some,
As I know I have become a better dad.
Daily teaching and learning always welcome,
Grateful for the seconds I get and never sad.

This year we started building your dream car,
The kids and I are Hot Rodding your old Ford.
They all take pride in following your star,
We know you are working with us and onboard.

The whole family is not the same now,
Things have changed now without the glue.
I will always be there for mom no matter how,
I hope you know we all miss you.

The irony in all this is I know what I'd hear,
When you say "tough guys don't cry."
Well damn it, you caused this tear,
But trust that I am strong and I will always try.

I know you raised me to be strong and tough,
As I am raising your grandkids the same too.
Losing you in my life was surprisingly rough,
I know I didn't say it enough but I do love you.

Thank you for making me the man I am,
I owe you so much I could never repay.
The best I can do in this life is be who I am,
And smile because you helped make me that way.


I wrote this in Odes to Quitters but I wanted to add this to my intro thread as well. Since losing my dad I have learned many great things:
1 - No matter how strong you are as a person, being a man and losing your father unexpectedly is a very humbling experience. I felt so vulnerable and scared yet knew as the successor I had no choice but to step up.
2 - Tell your loved ones that you love them, as often as you can, enjoy your kids, take pride in family (even the crazy ones). Enjoy life and rise above ignorance
3 - Make time to take time, do not wait for a perfect time and never let perfect be the enemy of good
4 - Anything you do in life, think about who is watching, what will they see, what will they think, and care about that a little but mostly consider if your dad would be proud or ashamed of what you are about to do
5 - Be yourself, be proud of what you are and what you have become

My father was by no means a Saint, but he was my father and it is my opinion that his way of bringing me up made me into the man I became and thought I too am not a Saint, I am proud to be what I am and I vow to wear the name he gave me proudly. This is My Last Name, I love you dad and I am eternally grateful to what you have handed me.

>P<
Awesome and insightful post.
I'm thinking of You, Your dad and my dad Today.
Thank you for sharing and making a big difference!
ODAAT and NAFAR
I also have this confidence that since I did this, I can do anything -mcarmo44

Caving is NOT an option. ~KTC Quitter

The Guys @ KTC may not be the cream of the crop of Mental Health... But if you wanna quit NIC for good and all ... these crazy bastards are all the support you will ever need!! - cmark

-'Stop being a pussy and quit' Tarpon17

Keeping my jaw and tongue, I like them. ~30isEnuff
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700 days of bad ass quit right here! If any newbie is looking for proof that it goes a lot better - this intro is a great example! Proud to quit with you today!
Quit Date 12/24/2012
HOF 4/2/2013
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Jun 14 2015, 06:39 AM
700 days of bad ass quit right here! If any newbie is looking for proof that it goes a lot better - this intro is a great example! Proud to quit with you today!
Another nice milestone for you Corey. Not that your quit needs milestones to tell you how well you've done. You can use the 100's of quitters you've passed advice along to as a testament to your quit.
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June 14, 2015 - Day 700

Wow what a long and fucks up trip it has been. This morning I woke to the chime from a couple of text messages that each helped me to remember that I am not alone. Over the last 700 days I have been tobacco and nicotine free and today that fight is easy. However, it has not always been that way. I recall a cave from another quitter a day before my HOF as I learned of the cave sitting down over beers with Evil-Won. I also recall the "political" uprising that caused us to le some good people. Shit happens to all of us but no matter what the brotherhood here is what keeps me here as well as the path to freedom.

During that 700 days I have lost my father and grandfather, had to relocate for work, helped shape a company and witnessed the crumble of a family. I remain here daily because above all of this bullshit and drama I have risen from the ashes not like a Phoenix but like an addict. Fuck addiction and cancer! If you don't believe that KTC is a personal connection, go read the intro of Traumagnet because that emotional outpouring and support is unparalleled. Todd we are all with you as we know you are us.

I personally thank you all because though I am a strong man I would be a weak quitter if not for all of you. You guys and gals are really amazing.

>P<
"If you want to quit then stop talking and just QUIT. If you want to kill yourself a bullet is cheaper and faster than a tin, plus it eliminates my hearing you whine and cry like a bitch."

Best thing I have read on KTC...Submitted by tgafish on 7/3/14

Former Skoal Straight and Cope Longcut user that started at the age of 12. QUIT on 7/15/13
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June 14, 2015 - Day 700

Wow what a long and fucks up trip it has been. This morning I woke to the chime from a couple of text messages that each helped me to remember that I am not alone. Over the last 700 days I have been tobacco and nicotine free and today that fight is easy. However, it has not always been that way. I recall a cave from another quitter a day before my HOF as I learned of the cave sitting down over beers with Evil-Won. I also recall the "political" uprising that caused us to le some good people. Shit happens to all of us but no matter what the brotherhood here is what keeps me here as well as the path to freedom.

During that 700 days I have lost my father and grandfather, had to relocate for work, helped shape a company and witnessed the crumble of a family. I remain here daily because above all of this bullshit and drama I have risen from the ashes not like a Phoenix but like an addict. Fuck addiction and cancer! If you don't believe that KTC is a personal connection, go read the intro of Traumagnet because that emotional outpouring and support is unparalleled. Todd we are all with you as we know you are us.

I personally thank you all because though I am a strong man I would be a weak quitter if not for all of you. You guys and gals are really amazing.

>P<
Congrats on 700 days friend. I am thankful for you!
The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person who is doing it. ~ Chinese Proverb
Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply. ~ Stephen R. Covey

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Jun 14 2015, 01:27 PM
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Jun 14 2015, 09:08 AM
June 14, 2015 - Day 700

Wow what a long and fucks up trip it has been. This morning I woke to the chime from a couple of text messages that each helped me to remember that I am not alone. Over the last 700 days I have been tobacco and nicotine free and today that fight is easy. However, it has not always been that way. I recall a cave from another quitter a day before my HOF as I learned of the cave sitting down over beers with Evil-Won. I also recall the "political" uprising that caused us to le some good people. Shit happens to all of us but no matter what the brotherhood here is what keeps me here as well as the path to freedom.

During that 700 days I have lost my father and grandfather, had to relocate for work, helped shape a company and witnessed the crumble of a family. I remain here daily because above all of this bullshit and drama I have risen from the ashes not like a Phoenix but like an addict. Fuck addiction and cancer! If you don't believe that KTC is a personal connection, go read the intro of Traumagnet because that emotional outpouring and support is unparalleled. Todd we are all with you as we know you are us.

I personally thank you all because though I am a strong man I would be a weak quitter if not for all of you. You guys and gals are really amazing.

>P<
Congrats on 700 days friend. I am thankful for you!
Congrats on 700 and thank you for your support in April '14. Fine man, fine quitter!
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Pinched! Keep blazing the path for yourself and for us new guys. Congrats on 7th floor!!!
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Jun 14 2015, 02:20 PM
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Jun 14 2015, 01:27 PM
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Jun 14 2015, 09:08 AM
June 14, 2015 - Day 700

Wow what a long and fucks up trip it has been. This morning I woke to the chime from a couple of text messages that each helped me to remember that I am not alone. Over the last 700 days I have been tobacco and nicotine free and today that fight is easy. However, it has not always been that way. I recall a cave from another quitter a day before my HOF as I learned of the cave sitting down over beers with Evil-Won. I also recall the "political" uprising that caused us to le some good people. Shit happens to all of us but no matter what the brotherhood here is what keeps me here as well as the path to freedom.

During that 700 days I have lost my father and grandfather, had to relocate for work, helped shape a company and witnessed the crumble of a family. I remain here daily because above all of this bullshit and drama I have risen from the ashes not like a Phoenix but like an addict. Fuck addiction and cancer! If you don't believe that KTC is a personal connection, go read the intro of Traumagnet because that emotional outpouring and support is unparalleled. Todd we are all with you as we know you are us.

I personally thank you all because though I am a strong man I would be a weak quitter if not for all of you. You guys and gals are really amazing.

>P<
Congrats on 700 days friend. I am thankful for you!
Congrats on 700 and thank you for your support in April '14. Fine man, fine quitter!
This community is never as you left it. It's fluid....just like our quits should be.

Make your mark. Keep making your mark. 700 is phenomenal, but it's not 701. Keep striving, and keep walking that path man. Proud of you.
In the end I Surrender, I and I alone accept that I have and always will have a Nicotene ADDICTION. It is my choice to quit, but I can't do it alone. I get to go down this path one time, I want to do it right. I recognize that my word, my integrety to you is on the line and is only as good as my actions. Caving is not an option in this plan-Eafman 7/11

I am not cured. I will quit one day at a time. I will continue to do what works. Posting roll everyday. To do otherwise would be foolish on my part. You can do this-Ready 12/11

To overcome your addiction you must comprehend what it means to fail-Razd 3/12

Theres a lot of people that come here, especially vets, that WANT to be reminded that they are addicts.-Tarpon 6/12

Just as a building starts with architectural drawings. Your daily quit begins with a promise.-Scowick 2/13

Here and now, focused on today, minute by minute, whatever it takes, I promise to all my bros and myself not to become a negative stat and stay quit!-krok 1/15

I want everyone to be quit. Even the assholes.-Probe1957 1/18

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Jun 14 2015, 09:33 PM
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Ginet
Jun 14 2015, 01:27 PM
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Jun 14 2015, 09:08 AM
June 14, 2015 - Day 700

Wow what a long and fucks up trip it has been. This morning I woke to the chime from a couple of text messages that each helped me to remember that I am not alone. Over the last 700 days I have been tobacco and nicotine free and today that fight is easy. However, it has not always been that way. I recall a cave from another quitter a day before my HOF as I learned of the cave sitting down over beers with Evil-Won. I also recall the "political" uprising that caused us to le some good people. Shit happens to all of us but no matter what the brotherhood here is what keeps me here as well as the path to freedom.

During that 700 days I have lost my father and grandfather, had to relocate for work, helped shape a company and witnessed the crumble of a family. I remain here daily because above all of this bullshit and drama I have risen from the ashes not like a Phoenix but like an addict. Fuck addiction and cancer! If you don't believe that KTC is a personal connection, go read the intro of Traumagnet because that emotional outpouring and support is unparalleled. Todd we are all with you as we know you are us.

I personally thank you all because though I am a strong man I would be a weak quitter if not for all of you. You guys and gals are really amazing.

>P<
Congrats on 700 days friend. I am thankful for you!
Congrats on 700 and thank you for your support in April '14. Fine man, fine quitter!
This community is never as you left it. It's fluid....just like our quits should be.

Make your mark. Keep making your mark. 700 is phenomenal, but it's not 701. Keep striving, and keep walking that path man. Proud of you.
what are the chances of you being in Dallas on your 2 yrs celebration ??

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Two years quit my friend Corey! I bet when you started this journey you didn't think two years was possible. Now you are here. Anything is possible one day at a time! Congrats my brother! Enjoy the milestone and the start of your journey tomorrow with a +1!!!
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Two years quit my friend Corey! I bet when you started this journey you didn't think two years was possible. Now you are here. Anything is possible one day at a time! Congrats my brother! Enjoy the milestone and the start of your journey tomorrow with a +1!!!
Congrats >P< ... that's some solid quitting!
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HOF --- 07/21/2014
2nd Floor --- 10/29/2014
3rd Floor --- 02/06/2015
One YEAR! -- 04/13/2015
4th Floor --- 05/17/2015
5th Floor --- 08/25/2015
6th Floor --- 12/03/2015
7th Floor --- 03/12/2016
TWO YEARS --- 04/13/2016
8th Floor --- 06/20/2016
9th Floor --- 09/28/2016
Monster Quit Dick, aka: 1,000 --- 01/06/2017
THREE YEARS --- 04/13/2017
11th Floor --- 04/16/2017
12th Floor --- 03/19/2017
13th Floor --- 11/02/2017
14th Floor --- 02/10/2018
15th Floor ... 05/21/2018
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Jul 14 2015, 08:12 AM
Two years quit my friend Corey! I bet when you started this journey you didn't think two years was possible. Now you are here. Anything is possible one day at a time! Congrats my brother! Enjoy the milestone and the start of your journey tomorrow with a +1!!!
Congrats >P< ... that's some solid quitting!
Enjoy and celebrate a huge achievement! Quit with you today!
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