t316
Active Member
Well, sorry for the delay in getting started with this one, but since Part 1 was a success (although painful at times), I continue on with a new challenge as promised. The delay comes because of hesitation, on my part, to fully commit, being honest about it. But here goes...
My son & I found out some time back that we have been accepted to a high adventure backpacking trip (about 2 wks worth) with a group of 24 up in New Mexico and Colorado Springs. The trip is not until mid next year (2011), and will cost about $3000 for the two of us. I could strap ourselves a little more, financially, but I have decided to go for free...here's how...
I am giving up tobacco. Not only has this eaten at me that my habit is going to cause havoc related to this trip (physical training, travel, etc.), but I estimate that my habit elimination will save me the needed amount to pay for this trip. No, cigs are not me, rather Skoal. Been doing it since I was 14 (26 yrs). Oh, it's easy to quit, I can attest because I have done it many times
. My last try about a year ago lasted about a month or two. Major irritability, nervousness, mood swings...really bad time.
Long story short, with the
taxes, I estimate that I'm spending $6 a day. I need 500 days to complete this challenge (which I would hope that IF I made it that far, I won't go back). Challenge starts tomorrow morning....trip is in June/July next year, so timing is dead on. This was not a spur of the moment decision, but as the clock has ticked down, so has my body. I have been shaking all day today and have not even started. I don't put as many promises on this one, but I have nothing to lose. My family's pleas, risking my health, nor any other reason has worked, so maybe a little "thriftiness $" will be the incentive. Plus, I knew if I posted it, I would be held accountable.
Not looking forward to it, but wish me luck....T3
My son & I found out some time back that we have been accepted to a high adventure backpacking trip (about 2 wks worth) with a group of 24 up in New Mexico and Colorado Springs. The trip is not until mid next year (2011), and will cost about $3000 for the two of us. I could strap ourselves a little more, financially, but I have decided to go for free...here's how...
I am giving up tobacco. Not only has this eaten at me that my habit is going to cause havoc related to this trip (physical training, travel, etc.), but I estimate that my habit elimination will save me the needed amount to pay for this trip. No, cigs are not me, rather Skoal. Been doing it since I was 14 (26 yrs). Oh, it's easy to quit, I can attest because I have done it many times
Long story short, with the
Not looking forward to it, but wish me luck....T3
