Congrats Camillj.Set goals as you have done, i.e first day on a stream,on a boat etc.Don't give in until you reach those goals and by then it will be even more bearable.I just passed 17 months myself after a pack+/day for 24 years.You are certainly capable of losing the smokes, and gaining 25 lbs.Its worth it Camillj,you'll feel better and fish longer.Best of luck.