I Quit Smoking ! -- Updated
And I never intended to quit. It just happened.
I was a pack a day or more, smoker for 38 years.
I got curious about E-Cigarettes and started doing some research. At the very least -- I would see if I could like e-cigs, I could maybe cut down on my smoking a bit and maybe I could save some bucks in the process. I never intended to quit smoking. Let's just try this out and see what happens.
So .... I researched, found and gave Halo a shot. I ordered a Basic Starter Kit and a selection of Smoke Juices. $ 77.96. I got the total up over $ 75 so I could get free shipping. 15 July 2012.
By the 25th of August 2012, I smoked the last cigarette from my carton while watching Seth Meyers on SNL Weekend Update that Saturday night.
OK. I've lied. But, I have "all but quit". I've bummed a few from friends from time to time ( maybe a few packs worth ) and I have bought 2 packs, for what I justified as, occasions. But I went right back to Halo. Maybe I will never truly quit smoking but, I have for the most part, quit buying cigarettes and quit smoking.
Why Halo ?
What I like about Halo are several things ....
Made in the USA is first and foremost. Hopefully, their products are of better quality because of this. I have had few glitches so far. Are they perfect ? No. But, I am happy with their stuff and continue to order from them.
Their pricing seems resonable for what you get in return. Their packaging of their products is very nice.
I like their varried selection of smoke juices. I've tried most of them except the menthol genres. I never did menthol. I like Belgian Cocoa, Tribeca and Captain Jack the best so far.
The free shipping is great and once the order is placed, you can receive it within a week, straight to your doorstep.
And Halo is always running some sort of special, usually on a month to month basis. You can sign up to their newsletter to keep informed of these specials. They gave 20% off over the Holidays. They give away free samples of their new smoke juices if your order is large enough.
What's the cost ?
I used to drive a 15 mile round-trip to the nearest indian reservation, about once a month, to buy 3 cartons of the cheapest cigarettes I could buy. $ 34.95 / carton. $ 104.85 total per trip. These 3 cartons would hopefully last me the month, usually 25 to 30 days, depending on what I had going on in my life at the time. So, I was a pack a day, plus a few, smoker. So, let's estimate that I spent $ 110 a month or $ 1320 per year. And that isn't counting the gasoline costs. I was smoking about as cheaply as I could.
| Date | Cost | Quantity |
| 15 July 2012 | $ 77.96 | 35 ml |
| 17 September 2012 | $ 79.96 | 102 ml |
| 21 November 2012 | $ 76.47 | 45 ml |
| 24 December 2012 | $ 83.95 | 90 ml |
| 21 February 2013 | $ 79.85 | 100 ml |
| 8 April 2013 | $ 79.93 | 60 ml |
I will update this table as I make further orders, so you can judge for yourself.
Notice that every order has been over $ 75, so I could get free shipping. The quantity column is the amount of smoke juice included in each order, both what I purchased and what was promotional. Maybe you can determine the quanity you will use from this. At the end of a year, I will total this all up and figure out an average for all of this.
Obviously, I am saving money, and I was smoking cheaply to start with. $ 478.12 spent so far as opposed to around $ 990 for three quarters of a year. That is over 50 % in savings.
What have I bought ?
I initially purchased a G6 Starter Pack which has everything you need to kick off your own e-cig experiment.
Rechargeable Batteries. I have bought about 8 of them now in various colors. I have needed 3 - 4 going for a typical day. You don't want to run out of power. I like the automatic type, but you can also buy manual ones. The batteries can be used for several hours and seem to last from 3 - 6 months.
Chargers. Wall chargers, car chargers, USB chargers. You need batteries and chargers.
I like the USB battery that can be plugged into the laptop. Very handy and I personally use it a ton. It can also be plugged into the car charger for use during road trips or for your commute to work and back. If you drive or work at a computer a lot, this is a must have.
Cartomisers. These are refillable and do wear out. They last around 1 - 2 weeks each depending on their usage. You don't want to run out of these. They come 5 in a pack and I've gotten 5 - 6 packs over this time.
And Smoke Juices. I started with a Sample Pack and have since have tried most of the other varieties except for the menthol types. I now buy the 30ml size for $ 20 each which will last me around 3 weeks. Halo has a wide choice here and these are a real experiment in that eventually you will find the tastes that you like. They have 7ml sizes that you can try out and find your favorites. I haven't found any that have been repulsive, and have found some that I don't care for and others that I love. I have had fun with this quest and have settled on 4 - 5 that I switch around with.
And here is the deal with the juices. They come in different strengths. 24, 18, 12, 6 & 0 mg of nicotine. I started with 18 and am now down to 12. One can slowly ween themselves off of the nicotine addition over time. I've been thinking about going to 6 very soon.
Eventually, I would like not to buy E-cigarettes also !
What do you have to lose ?
Give Halo a try. Just click on banner images and place an order. Can you quit smoking ? Maybe. Will you save money ? Probably.
If you click on these banner advertisements here, Halo will give me an affiliate commision. Do I want to make a buck ? Sure. I'll get 20% on your order. BUT, I would rather see anyone basically quit smoking. I've always preached against cigarettes. A stupid habit indeed. So give it a shot like I did. Really, what do you have to lose, but a nasty habit ! Good luck to you.
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