I didn't give up smoking. I've never smoked or drank alcohol, part of my religion. We don't drink coffee either, so the Dt. Dew is kind of bad because I do look at it as a cold form of coffee. It would be better if I gave it up entirely.

It is a vice, and one that I'm working on getting completely out of my life.

Now the whole diet thing is something else entirely. I've had struggles with weight my entire life! Low fat, low carb, who knows what really works. I think we'd all benefit by adding more grain and fruit/vegetables, limiting our meat intake, and exercising more.

I'm also one who has yearly physicals for other things, and visits the dentist every 6 months.

I think the biggest help to my health I've given myself is lessening my stress. I quit worrying about what others think/do, and just be the best person I can be. I don't have to be in charge, and I'm willing to let others fail without jumping in to save them. If it is my responsibility, then I'm there! But I don't need other's problems in my life. That includes my children and their families. I'll do whatever I can to help - if they only ask!