Just want to say 'hi' to all y'all.... :)

[LuckyCat]

Hi, everyone! Obviously, I'm new here- been lurking for a few days and thought it was time to join in. I'm only 32 (nearly 33), but I started smoking cigarettes twenty years ago, which instantly enslaved me. I honestly never imagined it would be possible for me to get through a full day without either smoking or verbally assaulting whomever stood between me and a cigarette. The guilt, fear, and regret has literally kept me awake at nights. I would just toss and turn, anxiously wondering how many cells were mutating by the minute. My whole life has revolved around when and how I would get my fix (always smoke before putting the kiddo to bed, lest he take too long to fall asleep, smoke two in the morning before showering and getting dressed so I smell fresh for as long as possible, definitely smoke before cooking/grocery shopping/any task that took an hour or longer), it's been a major bone of contention in my relationship (boyfriend is a fitness freak and we have to practically schedule affection so he doesn't find the odor/taste totally intolerable), and the addiction is just a total drag. No pun intended.

On a whim, never expecting it to really work or compare, I ordered a Joye 510 kit. It arrived three days ago. I've already placed orders for two more cigarettes and several bottles of e juice. I haven't smoked a traditional tobacco cigarette in two days and I don't care at all. After being a pack a day smoker for years....at least 12....this is the first time I have ever glimpsed a light at the end of that tar-filled tunnel. All I can say is AMAZING! I am so, so very grateful to have found this community! I finally feel hopeful.

 

[OaklandCA]

welcome aboard...good first purchase...lurking pays. don't run out of stuff--it's easy to get in a bind and end up at the corner smoke shop/convenience liquor store for some familiar analogs.

 

[LuckyCat]

Thanks, Oakland. I'm not sure I've ever been so pleased with a purchase! I am a bit worried, however, about batteries and atomizers dying suddenly, so I'm wondering about the recommended number of models or parts to start with. Should I have ten or twenty atomizers and batteries tucked away in case of emergency?

 

[Riverwolf]

Welcome to ecf and I think you made a good choice on your first pv although I have moved on to bigger batteries that is what got me to quit the analogs. I would say 1 extra battery and a couple of attys should be good plus the 1's you already have. as far as liquid everyones tastes are different but whomever you buy from be sure to get a couple of different flavors...like 1 tobacco and 1 fruity flavor.yes i said fruity it sounds weird but they are deliscious.

 

[pkj]

Welcome to the forum. Glad you decided to jump in here with the rest of us vapers.

Happy Vaping,
Paula

 

[LuckyCat]

Hi, Riverwolf. That's somewhat reassuring. I was afraid I was going to have to fill a tackle box to accommodate my new habit. I did purchase a tobacco e liquid and also placed another order for 0mg Maxboro, as well as strawberry e juice. And, THEN, almost immediately afterward (I suppose once I was actually confident that vaping was superior, albeit different, to smoking), I placed ANOTHER order with FreedomSmokeUSA for several other flavors in various nic strengths. I figure the tobacco eliquids will probably be my all day vape- I'm not sure I could quit analogs solely with sweet flavors, but they will be a nice deviation from the norm and I figure no one nearby would complain about the scent of banana nut bread or butterscotch, right?

 

[LuckyCat]

Hi, Paula! Thanks! I'm excited to join the world of vaping!

 

[DuncanDisordely]

Hi LuckyCat! Nice to hear another vaper is on board and saving their life

On the flavour note, I never knew I liked strawberry until I vaped it, now its my all day vape. I have 8 or 10 bottles of flavour tucked away that I didnt really like and I keep coming back to this strawberry! What I'm saying is don't be afraid to try new flavours all the time as it is highly likely you'll find that delicious taste that will keep you away from the analogs for good. And it might be something you never knew you liked!

Happy vaping!

Duncan

 

[GMoney]

Congratulations LuckyCat! It sounds like you are off to a great start.

I only started a few weeks ago myself. I've been very surprised to find how much I like some of the non-tobacco flavors. I went into this thinking exactly as you do about the tobacco flavors and while I do really like some of them, I also love menthol despite the fact I couldn't stand menthol cigarettes. I also find that I really like a Blackberry Champagne and a Black Cherry I tried. I never would have expected that.

Good Luck and Enjoy!

 

[sidetrack]

Welcome LuckyCat! You have just completed phase 1, ain't it great?. The next phase will be mail carrier stalking. Like you I started out(1 month 2 weeks ago) on the tobacco flavors thinking that's what I was addicted to, not so, now I can't stand the smell of the tobacco flavors, they now smell like an ashtray to me. The flavor possibilities are endless. Good luck to you and congrats on giving up the stinkies. ECF is a great resource and the members here are the best.
Happy Vapin'

 

[francis_a]

Welcome to ECF LuckyCat. I'm a noob myself with my last analog being on 2/10/11. Glad you got the good PV to start with. The 510 is awesome as that's the one I have now. Just ordered more juices myself as well as a PCC that can store 2 batteries (1 on charge) and 6 carts.

Good luck on your vaping journey. I've been enjoying it so far. And, this community is great, a very helpful crowd.

 

[knobbysmoo]

When I started vaping (1/15) I only ordered tobacco flavored juice. Bad decision on my part! As soon as my sense of taste started to adjust I couldn't stand those flavors anymore. Now I have a large tackle box (yes, a tackle box haha) filled with multiple batteries, atomizers and tons of different flavored juices. My tastes are still changing so I never know what I will like. So glad you are here and taking this huge step! CONGRATULATIONS!