My Crazy Life and My Reo

[CatMommy]

I've made it back to the forum after some time. Many of you new folks, I don't yet know, but I see some familiar faces still around.

I just wanted to share my (not so) quick story.

In 2013, my Mother, a long time smoker who lived with a smoker was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer. I traveled back and forth to help care for her until eventually I moved back to the East Coast to care for her full time. Despite all out efforts, she passed in March of 2014. It was the worst experience of my life! She was and still is my best friend and the whole situation is devastating.

Three weeks after returning home, (I knew the day was fast approaching) I had to put down my 19 y/o kitty boy...another Love of my Life! But I will admit I am grateful that he fought so hard to stay on this planet and wait for me to get back before he could bare no more so I could be with him.

I know this isn't the happiest of stories and you're probably thinking why post and what's the relevance...I'll tell you...

Because I now know, if I can get through the most painful time period in my life with my Reo in hand, I will NOT smoke AGAIN.
I am SO, SO grateful to Robert (and everyone here for their helpful advice) for this.

And...well...the next battle has begun for me. I was diagnosed with breast cancer a month ago. It's going to be another hard road ahead, but my doctors think this is just going to be a small interruption in my life before a full recovery.

I discussed the use of my Reo with my oncologist and she has absolutely no reservations about me using it throughout treatment...so everyone better be fast on the trigger when those new woods go on sale cause, I'm all in! LOL....

Anyway, I'm going to try to stick around because I'm sure I'm a year behind on builds and tips, so I'd like to get back up to speed.

Thank you, Robert! And Thank You, REOnauts...new and veteran alike!
Stay Well my Friends!

 

[oldbroad]

Chistina...I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved mother...and then your beloved kitty right after. And I'm very glad that you shared with us!

Us Reonauts aren't all about sunshine and roses.No matter what befalls us, it's good to share the burden with friends. There'll be so many hugs and vibes and caring for you and prayers that you get thru this trying time with your own health issues that you'll feel inundated with love!

Your line in red was quite the awesome testament for our Reos, thank you!

 

[dbrandt01]

Welcome back and I'm one you don't know, but Super X brought me to Reoville

Sorry to hear about your mom, my uncle went through the same thing and my uncle just had a heart attack about 2 weeks ago from smoking. I worry everyday about this with my dad smoking 2 packs a day, but I can't get him a setup to stop smoking yet. I'm still trying though.

Sorry about your cat too, I have a friend that had to put down a Lab she had. It could barely walk, couldn't eat, went blind. He had a great life being your cat though.

Mr. Rob has helped a lot of people. I didn't start with Reo's, but I'm ending with Reo's and won't vape with anything else. I still have cans of unopened dip and even smoke tobacco I rolled my own cigarettes with laying around in a box.

Best of luck to you on your recent diagnosis. Hope you recover quick.
Well Mr. Russ fishes for coils now that's a build tip that has probably got around since you were here. Have a great day CatMommy.

 

[CatMommy]

Welcome back and I'm one you don't know, but Super X brought me to Reoville
.

Ah YES! Super X is always a HUGE wealth of knowledge. As you can imagine, I'm burning through a LOT of cotton. I think I need to experiment with some new wicking material.
Glad you were lead to the promised land, DB!

 

[CatMommy]

Your line in red was quite the awesome testament for our Reos, thank you!

Thanks, Kay. I thought the line needed to stand out because it's so important.
I really wasn't sure what the emotion of the situation was going to bring. Don't get me wrong, there were days that I almost called Robert to see if he would send me another Reo to a non-verified address as back -up to my back-up. (I was hitting it harder than ever...and maintenance was almost non-existent). But, they never failed me.

 

[unsure]

I've made it back to the forum after some time. Many of you new folks, I don't yet know, but I see some familiar faces still around.

I just wanted to share my (not so) quick story.

In 2013, my Mother, a long time smoker who lived with a smoker was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer. I traveled back and forth to help care for her until eventually I moved back to the East Coast to care for her full time. Despite all out efforts, she passed in March of 2014. It was the worst experience of my life! She was and still is my best friend and the whole situation is devastating.

Three weeks after returning home, (I knew the day was fast approaching) I had to put down my 19 y/o kitty boy...another Love of my Life! But I will admit I am grateful that he fought so hard to stay on this planet and wait for me to get back before he could bare no more so I could be with him.

I know this isn't the happiest of stories and you're probably thinking why post and what's the relevance...I'll tell you...

Because I now know, if I can get through the most painful time period in my life with my Reo in hand, I will NOT smoke AGAIN.
I am SO, SO grateful to Robert (and everyone here for their helpful advice) for this.

And...well...the next battle has begun for me. I was diagnosed with breast cancer a month ago. It's going to be another hard road ahead, but my doctors think this is just going to be a small interruption in my life before a full recovery.

I discussed the use of my Reo with my oncologist and she has absolutely no reservations about me using it throughout treatment...so everyone better be fast on the trigger when those new woods go on sale cause, I'm all in! LOL....

Anyway, I'm going to try to stick around because I'm sure I'm a year behind on builds and tips, so I'd like to get back up to speed.

Thank you, Robert! And Thank You, REOnauts...new and veteran alike!
Stay Well my Friends!

So sorry for your loss. Rob's REO helped get me through the painful lost of my only child when he was killed in Afghanistan. At first I didn't care whether I smoked, drank or do anything that hindered my health but I managed with the help of my wife and grand kids. Terrible tragedies tend to prey on our weaknesses but we must endure and move on. We always have our memories.

 

[nerak]

((((Christina))))) Right now I am speechless sweetie. But wanted to let you know I am here if you need a ear.

You have been missed around these parts.

Looking forward to your company once again.

Luv ya sweetie!

 

[JC Okie]

CatMommy, good to see you back and so sorry for all the hard times. I'd say you've officially earned NON-SMOKER status. Trial by fire. You will have a whole forum full of friends sending positive vibes and healthy energy your way as you tackle this next battle. We'll all be here to support you. You haven't met all these new Reonauts yet, but as you do you'll see that we've recruited a fine bunch.

Jan

 

[CatMommy]

So sorry for your loss. Rob's REO helped get me through the painful lost of my only child when he was killed in Afghanistan. At first I didn't care whether I smoked, drank or do anything that hindered my health but I managed with the help of my wife and grand kids. Terrible tragedies tend to prey on our weaknesses but we must endure and move on. We always have our memories.

Thank you, Gil. I'm so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. You're right, we must endure. I plan to do just that and I'll send some prayers up for you and yours.

((((Christina))))) Right now I am speechless sweetie. But wanted to let you know I am here if you need a ear.

You have been missed around these parts.

Looking forward to your company once again.

Luv ya sweetie!

You've been such a huge support through this whole ordeal, Karen...both on and off the boards.
I've always had you on speed dial in case I needed you...and just having it was quite a comfort to me.

You're an amazing woman and I so appreciate you!

Fun times ahead! New Wood in the Making!

 

[JC Okie]

Welcome back and I'm one you don't know, but Super X brought me to Reoville

Sorry to hear about your mom, my uncle went through the same thing and my uncle just had a heart attack about 2 weeks ago from smoking. I worry everyday about this with my dad smoking 2 packs a day, but I can't get him a setup to stop smoking yet. I'm still trying though.

Sorry about your cat too, I have a friend that had to put down a Lab she had. It could barely walk, couldn't eat, went blind. He had a great life being your cat though.

Mr. Rob has helped a lot of people. I didn't start with Reo's, but I'm ending with Reo's and won't vape with anything else. I still have cans of unopened dip and even smoke tobacco I rolled my own cigarettes with laying around in a box.

Best of luck to you on your recent diagnosis. Hope you recover quick.
Well Mr. Russ fishes for coils now that's a build tip that has probably got around since you were here. Have a great day CatMommy.

dbrandt01, what do you mean when you say you can't get your dad a set-up to get him off smoking? Do you mean you can't get him interested, or you can't afford to buy him something, or you can't find something that works for him, or what? If he's interested and you just need some equipment, PM me. I'm flush with equipment and anything you/he would need. I'm probably around his age, I smoked as much as he does for over 40 years, and I quit. If he's open to it at all, we can get him set up.

Jan

 

[dbrandt01]

dbrandt01, what do you mean when you say you can't get your dad a set-up to get him off smoking? Do you mean you can't get him interested, or you can't afford to buy him something, or you can't find something that works for him, or what? If he's interested and you just need some equipment, PM me. I'm flush with equipment and anything you/he would need. I'm probably around his age, I smoked as much as he does for over 40 years, and I quit. If he's open to it at all, we can get him set up.

Jan

I'll PM you to clarify so we don't get off topic in this specific thread welcoming back CatMommy

 

[CatMommy]

dbrandt01, what do you mean when you say you can't get your dad a set-up to get him off smoking? Do you mean you can't get him interested, or you can't afford to buy him something, or you can't find something that works for him, or what? If he's interested and you just need some equipment, PM me. I'm flush with equipment and anything you/he would need. I'm probably around his age, I smoked as much as he does for over 40 years, and I quit. If he's open to it at all, we can get him set up.

Jan

This is why I Love and Miss REOville. Look at the willingness to help.

Thank you for your kind words, Jan. This little village of ours always attracts the kindest of people.

 

[CatMommy]

I'll PM you to clarify so we don't get off topic in this specific thread welcoming back CatMommy

Post away! Please...maybe someone else will be able to provide some helpful information. I don't mind...

 

[Fishcakes]

Im sorry to hear of your troubles catmommy. Glad youre back, and im sorry we havent had the pleasure of meeting earlier. You seem like an amazing woman. My cat id had since i was 5 died when i was 22. Still dream about her occasionally. She was 18 or 19 and was the best friend i could ever ask for. I wish you the best, and remember WERE ALL HERE TO HELP. Dont hesitate to pm or post in times of stress.

YOU GOT THIS!

 

[dbrandt01]

Post away! Please...maybe someone else will be able to provide some helpful information. I don't mind...

The gist of what I sent in the PM was he's 62 and smokes 2-3 packs a day. He likes using my set up and vaping, but he doesn't want to do it for himself. (I've tried to justify getting him a Reo just so I can have a third when he hates it) I can't bring myself to do that though. He's tried to quit, but it only lasts about a month tops. He likes simple. No building coils, no charging 18650s. A tank he can fill up and go for a while. I know he's used my iTaste vv/vw v3 and a protank and he absolutely hated it. He likes my unflavored nic base, but the 100% vg is a problem with most tanks. My IPV3 he used before I sold it was too big for him.

 

[Fishcakes]

The gist of what I sent in the PM was he's 62 and smokes 2-3 packs a day. He likes using my set up and vaping, but he doesn't want to do it for himself. (I've tried to justify getting him a Reo just so I can have a third when he hates it) I can't bring myself to do that though. He's tried to quit, but it only lasts about a month tops. He likes simple. No building coils, no charging 18650s. A tank he can fill up and go for a while. I know he's used my iTaste vv/vw v3 and a protank and he absolutely hated it. He likes my unflavored nic base, but the 100% vg is a problem with most tanks. My IPV3 he used before I sold it was too big for him.

What about using cartos or some throwaway low res attys from robs site? Then all he has to do is fill the bottles and charge batts.

 

[dbrandt01]

What about using cartos or some throwaway low res attys from robs site? Then all he has to do is fill the bottles and charge batts.

I've thought of that, but even trying to explain charging that batteries isn't easy to him. I can't even get him to grasp squonking, I think he managed to catch my cotton on fire a couple times

 

[CatMommy]

I've thought of that, but even trying to explain charging that batteries isn't easy to him. I can't even get him to grasp squonking, I think he managed to catch my cotton on fire a couple times

When I tried to get my Mother and her Husband vaping...I went Basic, Basic...808s...but even then, it worked for a while and they got tired of it. The sad thing is that smoking is easier...buy and light...So Frustrating! I know how you feel.

 

[Fishcakes]

Well ive got an mvp v2 and a couple ce4 things laying around. Im not gonna use em, and the mvp lasts like 2 days without a charge. I never had problems running 100% vg juices through em. If you want it, just to see if itll work for him, pm me.

MODS: THIS IS NOT AN ATTEMPT AT A SALE!!

 

[dbrandt01]

When I tried to get my Mother and her Husband vaping...I went Basic, Basic...808s...but even then, it worked for a while and they got tired of it. The sad thing is that smoking is easier...buy and light...So Frustrating! I know how you feel.

Exactly, Especially for my dad. Turning a computer on is a task for me to explain. My mom was easy with vaping. She got my iTaste vv/vw v3 and I got her from a pack a day to 3 cigarettes. Which only are smoking in the morning waking up and at night before sleeping. My dad, no so much. I know he dipped and smoked a lot when I was younger like I did. Then he switched to smoking twice as much when he stopped dipping. After his gum problems.

Well ive got an mvp v2 and a couple ce4 things laying around. Im not gonna use em, and the mvp lasts like 2 days without a charge. I never had problems running 100% vg juices through em. If you want it, just to see if itll work for him, pm me.

MODS: THIS IS NOT AN ATTEMPT AT A SALE!!

I'll see what Jan thinks first, I can always save addresses and send them back if it doesn't work.
I know he lately he's been on a kick of 1 pack of Pall Mall blues and 1 pack of pall mall menthol a day.