rhino 0 #101 January 13, 2004 QuoteAhh the blame game ... its so ... 6 year oldish! Ahh.. The not admitting that in a restaurant it is rude and selfish.. So pre-schoolish.. QuoteBut don't come here and put the reponsibility on the smokers. That's where it belongs.. It's YOUR ADDICTION/HABIT not mine... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhino 0 #102 January 13, 2004 QuoteOpinions are like assholes, we all have one and they all stink. Yeagh.. But yours stinks on BOTH ends.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhino 0 #103 January 13, 2004 QuoteHas it ever ocurred to you that we may feel like you should mind your own business instead of ours? It becomes OUR business as you say when we have to breath it in a restaurant.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhino 0 #104 January 13, 2004 QuoteI was told by the people around me that the smoke didn't bother them but it bothered me that I could be potentially harming others. Non smokers have every right to breath clean air. We all do. If I want to smoke I will but it is my responsibilty to be sure only I will be included in the consequences. Right on... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites rhino 0 #105 January 13, 2004 QuoteYou don't have a right not to be criticized, but you do have a right to ignore it. You also don't have a right to call anyone names. LOL, OUCH... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites rhino 0 #106 January 13, 2004 QuoteBut your words on this subject come across to me as self-righteous, provoking and demeaning. In fact, as a smoker, I feel they come close to being a personal attack on me. Could you please tell me specifically whay I said that makes you feel that way? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SkydiveNFlorida 0 #107 January 13, 2004 I was a smoker, though I think it was more a habit for me than addiction. I quit many times only to start again. It would start socially, and would work into my free time later. I would then feel the need to quit to gain control, and would do so, then after I conquered that I felt accomplished. Only to start again months later, when there was obviously no nicotine addiction in me. I quit again about 4 months ago when I started dating my boyfriend. He didn't like it, but wasn't rude about it. I just felt that it wasn't necessary, and if it turned him off, that kinda sucked. I missed it for a while, and have had a cig now and again when out drinking with friends... but then I realize how much I really DON'T MISS IT! It smells, makes my throat raspy, makes me cough the next day... did I mention it smells? I'm glad I am not smoking now. But, I can never say never because i've fallen into that trap too many times. But, for now, I do not smoke and am happy about it. When they first banned smoking in restaurants I was pissed (at the time I smoked). But, now that I don't smoke... I see the real need there. When you don't smoke, the smell is really bothersome. Not to mention it makes a family restaurant into a place to go kill your children (I don't have any, but just thought i'd throw that in there). I think it is ok in bars, although i'd rather it not be in there, either... but in restaurants I think it is just unnecessary. It is a place to eat. Eat, drink.. then leave and smoke elsewhere. It isn't all that terrible. just my thoughts. Angela. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites fudd 0 #108 January 13, 2004 Quote... but then I realize how much I really DON'T MISS IT! And that's the key to not start again. There are only 10 types of people in the world. Those who understand binary, and those who don't. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites JoeyRamone 0 #109 January 13, 2004 It isn't your choice.. It's the ASSHOLE that decides to subject my family and I to his NASTY ASS HABIT, "NOT MINE!" that keeps us from going out half of the time.. It IS your right to smoke. BUT IF AND WHEN YOUR HABIT RUNS UP THE NOSTRILS OF A NON-SMOKER YOU ARE VIOLATING HIS OR HER RIGHTS.. Take your NASTY ASS HABIT OUTSIDE, BE CONSIDERATE, STOP BEING SELFISH.. YOU HAVE NO RIGHT to subject my child in a restaraunt to 2nd hand smoke.. My 7 month old on the other hand HAS EVERY RIGHT NOT TO HAVE TO PAY FOR YOUR BAD DECISION AND HABIT... THE ONLY REASON it is still allowed in some states is because we are still in the stone age.. It SHOULD BE AGAINST THE LAW to smoke in a vehicle with a child. Or in a house with a child.. Do I make myself clear? Rhino *** Does that go for bongs too? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites gmanpilot 0 #110 January 13, 2004 QuoteImagine trying to do something and failing. Repeatedly. How would that make you feel? Yup. It'd make you feel like a piece of shit. You know, I am carrying around a tremendous amount of guilt because it was not until the very end of my father's life, when I realized that even though he wanted to quit, he was never going to be able to do it, it was simply beyond his capabilities. Had I and the rest of my family come to peace with that reality, we would have certainly gone easier on my dad for his addiction. I don't know if that makes any sense, but, I am saddened by the thought that I made his life any more difficult than it already was. Do you smokers think it is easier to quit while you are young?_________________________________________ -There's always free cheese in a mouse trap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mfrese 0 #111 January 13, 2004 I understand exactly what you're saying. I have a cousin who supposedly smoked through the air hole left after her laryngectomy (sp?)...I appreciate the fact that some people (based on their own very lucky experience) think that quitting is a piece of cake, but for most people, it really is a hellish experience. My mom was finally forced to quit by the simple fact that her oxygen line was a major fire hazard...that's the ONLY reason she quit, not because she wanted to. She says she'd still like to smoke, and misses it every day. Watching her get the way she is now made it a lot easier for me to quit, though... As for quitting while you're young...absolutely. I seem to recall something from my smoking cessation class that the less time you smoke, the easier it is, as you have less "learned" codependent addictive behavior, but don't quote me. Basically, the longer you smoke, the harder it is to quit.Doctor I ain't gonna die, Just write me an alibi! ---- Lemmy/Slash Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skycutie 0 #112 January 14, 2004 Quote2+ days smoke free. I think I am really going to do it this time!!!! Congratulations!!! I'm also 2+ days smoke free....Both my parents are heavy smokers and I developed asthma at the age of 22. I'm doing this for myself. I won't ask my parents and friends to quit (even though it would help a lot), because it is something I need to do for me. I use to say that it was hard for me to quit because I'm constantly surrounded by smokers, but that is just BS. As I mentioned before, I'm tired of feeling sick all the time. I'm tired of not being able to run and hike without losing my breath. I'm not going to tell others not to smoke, I'll just try very hard not to smoke ever again. MEN: you can't live with 'em, you can't shoot 'em, but you can act psychotic and keep 'em off balance. HISPA #10 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites hmatousek 0 #113 January 14, 2004 Whoo Hoo!!!! While many others here are whining we can celebrate our accomplishments. I just keep thinking of all the people I know and love who don't smoke. That is what is keeping me away from them. Best of luck to you. HeatherLife doesn't have to be perfect in order to be beautiful! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ames_i 0 #114 January 14, 2004 Having smoked (and repeatedly quit) for quite a while I know what you mean about feeling pants when an attempt to quit fails....But DON'T stop trying to quit!!! I cannot remember what number attempt this is but I am smoke free a year now and my mantra every morning is Quit Again Today. I used to think once I'd lasted a month I'd be fine but it'd come back and bite me on the ass. Besides, if you quit, the extra money's great and you'll hack up less furballs....Just show me the door.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites fudd 0 #115 January 14, 2004 QuoteI appreciate the fact that some people (based on their own very lucky experience) think that quitting is a piece of cake, but for most people, it really is a hellish experience. When I was told I could quit cold turkey and and enjoy it, I didn't believe it either. I wasn't the first. Read the reviews at amazon.com and judge for yourself. This book is a small revolution IMHO. There are only 10 types of people in the world. Those who understand binary, and those who don't. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites rhino 0 #116 January 14, 2004 QuoteYou know, I am carrying around a tremendous amount of guilt because it was not until the very end of my father's life, when I realized that even though he wanted to quit, he was never going to be able to do it, it was simply beyond his capabilities. Had I and the rest of my family come to peace with that reality, we would have certainly gone easier on my dad for his addiction. I don't know if that makes any sense, but, I am saddened by the thought that I made his life any more difficult than it already was. Do you smokers think it is easier to quit while you are young? I feel you.. My grandfather, mentor and best friend in the world died in my arms. It took a week of him hacking up his lungs before he finally suffocated in my arms... It was horrifying and pointless for him to die of emphysema.. He only smoked for 12 years.. I tried to get him to listen. But he wouldn't. Now my best friend is gone.. My son does not get to learn from the man that helped shape me into who I am.. It took 60 days for him to die from the time he was diagnosed. BAM!! He was dead.. He use to say that if he quit he would get hit by a mack truck. He apologized before he died for setting the wrong example for me, for copping out and not being strong enough to overcome his addiction. He made me promise to never make the same mistake.. I did.. I associate MASSIVE pain and loss with that pointless, dirty, nasty, poisoness habit. It will likely take one of my parents as well in the next few years.. One thing I DO NOT ALLOW if for ANYONE to smoke around my children. This is not a pissing match.. Smoking is a horrible thing to do to yourself. Granted, it may be hard to quit.. Better to suffer the consequences of quitting than to end up like my grandfather. He made excuses until the last few days of his life stating "you don't understand" "You have never smoked so how can you understand?".. I understand a pointless activity when I see one.. Rhino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jumpinjen 0 #117 January 14, 2004 Wow, this is a pretty amazing thread. Here's yet another reason to not smoke... I'm a nurse. I work in a cardiac cath lab. I was on call this past weekend. We (the call team) were in the lab for 25 hours worth of heart attacks. All are or were smokers. All needed an angioplasty and stent(s). So if you don't want me shaving the pubic hair off your groin at 3:30 in the morning while you're having crushing chest pain, don't smoke. I'm eleven days smoke free. And still tired from this weekend. Jen P.S. Everyone is doing well! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites hmatousek 0 #118 January 14, 2004 Probably the most inspiring post yet. Thanks! HeatherLife doesn't have to be perfect in order to be beautiful! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skycat 0 #119 January 14, 2004 I'm cheering you on sweety, sending all the vibes I can to get you threw the next few weeks. btw...you are one of the considerate ones, Until you posted here that you smoke I never really noticed it and I can't think of one time when you were. *hugs* good lucky *hugs* KelliFly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Unstable 9 #120 January 14, 2004 There is just something horribly UNATTRACTIVE about even the hottest girl with a smoke........ Instant Turn-off for me -- - - - - - =========Shaun ========== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Kris 0 #121 January 14, 2004 QuoteAnd if you do it wrong ?: ATTENTION SMOKERS AND FRIENDS OF SMOKERS Every smoker has done it; either you're distracted by a conversation you are having, you're driving and trying to keep an eye on the road, you're in a poorly lit bar, or you've simply had a few too many drinks in a well lit bar. However it happens, every smoker occasionally lights the wrong end of his or her cigarette, inhales one nasty lungfull of burning filter, curses, throws the now useless thing to the ground, and lights up a fresh smoke. It is unpleasant, annoying, and embarrassing . . . but scientists now believe inhaling the burning fumes from a cigarette filter can cause genital dysfunction in males and females. Cigarette filters contain a chemical known as tralfamadoraphyl that is generally harmless . . . unless it is burned and its fumes inhaled. Tralfamadoraphyl fumes build up in the body over time with each incorrectly lit cigarette, and eventually can restrict the flow of blood to the genitals of both sexes. It is estimated that if an individual were to incorrectly light one cigarette a month, it may take three or four years for the side effects to become recognizable. Cigarette manufacturers are not made to warn the smoking public of this threat to their health because, as one tobacco executive has stated, "If our product is used in the way it has been intended, this will not be a problem." So, it is up to us. Pass this along to all the smokers in your life, and to the nonsmokers who have friends and relatives who smoke. They will thank you. False. http://www.snopes.com/toxins/filter.htmSky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Muenkel 0 #122 January 14, 2004 I was always a "social smoker" on and off. In other words, only when I was out and then smoke free for days in between. I always thought I could take it or leave it. Now since I have been laid up since August, I have suddenly found myself smoking daily. Probably about 5-10 cigarettes a day. So I proved to myself that even social smoking is dangerous. My mom smoked anywhere from 1 to 3 packs of cigarettes from age 16 to 62. This February she will be smoke free for 6 years and she is doing great. She went through literal hell to quit smoking. It is most definitely an adddiction, like Bytch said. In fact it's considered one of the most difficult addictions to beat. I myself have decided to nip it in the bud before it gets too hard. Whenever my family put pressure on my mom to quit, she just smoked more. When she finally quit, she didn't tell anyone so she could remove the pressure. I think I found out a month later. My point is, you are doing a smoker no good by criticizing them and making them feel less than you. Nobody is perfect. They need your support, not your insults. And if you're worried about damaging influences on your kids, I suggest you turn off your TV. Pollution comes in many forms. My prayers to all you smokers who wish to quit. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freefallfreak 0 #123 January 14, 2004 QuoteSo if you don't want me shaving the pubic hair off your groin at 3:30 in the morning Uhh, I dont mind if you remember to be gentle and remember...turn about is fair play, lol. FFF "Upon seeing the shadow of a pigeon, one must resist the urge to look up." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites zyne 0 #124 January 14, 2004 Take things out of context why don't you. That was in a reply to the constant "quit smoking, can't you quit blah blah" not your restaurant dilemma ... Keep track will ya ... 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rhino 0 #105 January 13, 2004 QuoteYou don't have a right not to be criticized, but you do have a right to ignore it. You also don't have a right to call anyone names. LOL, OUCH... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhino 0 #106 January 13, 2004 QuoteBut your words on this subject come across to me as self-righteous, provoking and demeaning. In fact, as a smoker, I feel they come close to being a personal attack on me. Could you please tell me specifically whay I said that makes you feel that way? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveNFlorida 0 #107 January 13, 2004 I was a smoker, though I think it was more a habit for me than addiction. I quit many times only to start again. It would start socially, and would work into my free time later. I would then feel the need to quit to gain control, and would do so, then after I conquered that I felt accomplished. Only to start again months later, when there was obviously no nicotine addiction in me. I quit again about 4 months ago when I started dating my boyfriend. He didn't like it, but wasn't rude about it. I just felt that it wasn't necessary, and if it turned him off, that kinda sucked. I missed it for a while, and have had a cig now and again when out drinking with friends... but then I realize how much I really DON'T MISS IT! It smells, makes my throat raspy, makes me cough the next day... did I mention it smells? I'm glad I am not smoking now. But, I can never say never because i've fallen into that trap too many times. But, for now, I do not smoke and am happy about it. When they first banned smoking in restaurants I was pissed (at the time I smoked). But, now that I don't smoke... I see the real need there. When you don't smoke, the smell is really bothersome. Not to mention it makes a family restaurant into a place to go kill your children (I don't have any, but just thought i'd throw that in there). I think it is ok in bars, although i'd rather it not be in there, either... but in restaurants I think it is just unnecessary. It is a place to eat. Eat, drink.. then leave and smoke elsewhere. It isn't all that terrible. just my thoughts. Angela. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fudd 0 #108 January 13, 2004 Quote... but then I realize how much I really DON'T MISS IT! And that's the key to not start again. There are only 10 types of people in the world. Those who understand binary, and those who don't. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeyRamone 0 #109 January 13, 2004 It isn't your choice.. It's the ASSHOLE that decides to subject my family and I to his NASTY ASS HABIT, "NOT MINE!" that keeps us from going out half of the time.. It IS your right to smoke. BUT IF AND WHEN YOUR HABIT RUNS UP THE NOSTRILS OF A NON-SMOKER YOU ARE VIOLATING HIS OR HER RIGHTS.. Take your NASTY ASS HABIT OUTSIDE, BE CONSIDERATE, STOP BEING SELFISH.. YOU HAVE NO RIGHT to subject my child in a restaraunt to 2nd hand smoke.. My 7 month old on the other hand HAS EVERY RIGHT NOT TO HAVE TO PAY FOR YOUR BAD DECISION AND HABIT... THE ONLY REASON it is still allowed in some states is because we are still in the stone age.. It SHOULD BE AGAINST THE LAW to smoke in a vehicle with a child. Or in a house with a child.. Do I make myself clear? Rhino *** Does that go for bongs too? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gmanpilot 0 #110 January 13, 2004 QuoteImagine trying to do something and failing. Repeatedly. How would that make you feel? Yup. It'd make you feel like a piece of shit. You know, I am carrying around a tremendous amount of guilt because it was not until the very end of my father's life, when I realized that even though he wanted to quit, he was never going to be able to do it, it was simply beyond his capabilities. Had I and the rest of my family come to peace with that reality, we would have certainly gone easier on my dad for his addiction. I don't know if that makes any sense, but, I am saddened by the thought that I made his life any more difficult than it already was. Do you smokers think it is easier to quit while you are young?_________________________________________ -There's always free cheese in a mouse trap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mfrese 0 #111 January 13, 2004 I understand exactly what you're saying. I have a cousin who supposedly smoked through the air hole left after her laryngectomy (sp?)...I appreciate the fact that some people (based on their own very lucky experience) think that quitting is a piece of cake, but for most people, it really is a hellish experience. My mom was finally forced to quit by the simple fact that her oxygen line was a major fire hazard...that's the ONLY reason she quit, not because she wanted to. She says she'd still like to smoke, and misses it every day. Watching her get the way she is now made it a lot easier for me to quit, though... As for quitting while you're young...absolutely. I seem to recall something from my smoking cessation class that the less time you smoke, the easier it is, as you have less "learned" codependent addictive behavior, but don't quote me. Basically, the longer you smoke, the harder it is to quit.Doctor I ain't gonna die, Just write me an alibi! ---- Lemmy/Slash Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycutie 0 #112 January 14, 2004 Quote2+ days smoke free. I think I am really going to do it this time!!!! Congratulations!!! I'm also 2+ days smoke free....Both my parents are heavy smokers and I developed asthma at the age of 22. I'm doing this for myself. I won't ask my parents and friends to quit (even though it would help a lot), because it is something I need to do for me. I use to say that it was hard for me to quit because I'm constantly surrounded by smokers, but that is just BS. As I mentioned before, I'm tired of feeling sick all the time. I'm tired of not being able to run and hike without losing my breath. I'm not going to tell others not to smoke, I'll just try very hard not to smoke ever again. MEN: you can't live with 'em, you can't shoot 'em, but you can act psychotic and keep 'em off balance. HISPA #10 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hmatousek 0 #113 January 14, 2004 Whoo Hoo!!!! While many others here are whining we can celebrate our accomplishments. I just keep thinking of all the people I know and love who don't smoke. That is what is keeping me away from them. Best of luck to you. HeatherLife doesn't have to be perfect in order to be beautiful! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ames_i 0 #114 January 14, 2004 Having smoked (and repeatedly quit) for quite a while I know what you mean about feeling pants when an attempt to quit fails....But DON'T stop trying to quit!!! I cannot remember what number attempt this is but I am smoke free a year now and my mantra every morning is Quit Again Today. I used to think once I'd lasted a month I'd be fine but it'd come back and bite me on the ass. Besides, if you quit, the extra money's great and you'll hack up less furballs....Just show me the door.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fudd 0 #115 January 14, 2004 QuoteI appreciate the fact that some people (based on their own very lucky experience) think that quitting is a piece of cake, but for most people, it really is a hellish experience. When I was told I could quit cold turkey and and enjoy it, I didn't believe it either. I wasn't the first. Read the reviews at amazon.com and judge for yourself. This book is a small revolution IMHO. There are only 10 types of people in the world. Those who understand binary, and those who don't. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhino 0 #116 January 14, 2004 QuoteYou know, I am carrying around a tremendous amount of guilt because it was not until the very end of my father's life, when I realized that even though he wanted to quit, he was never going to be able to do it, it was simply beyond his capabilities. Had I and the rest of my family come to peace with that reality, we would have certainly gone easier on my dad for his addiction. I don't know if that makes any sense, but, I am saddened by the thought that I made his life any more difficult than it already was. Do you smokers think it is easier to quit while you are young? I feel you.. My grandfather, mentor and best friend in the world died in my arms. It took a week of him hacking up his lungs before he finally suffocated in my arms... It was horrifying and pointless for him to die of emphysema.. He only smoked for 12 years.. I tried to get him to listen. But he wouldn't. Now my best friend is gone.. My son does not get to learn from the man that helped shape me into who I am.. It took 60 days for him to die from the time he was diagnosed. BAM!! He was dead.. He use to say that if he quit he would get hit by a mack truck. He apologized before he died for setting the wrong example for me, for copping out and not being strong enough to overcome his addiction. He made me promise to never make the same mistake.. I did.. I associate MASSIVE pain and loss with that pointless, dirty, nasty, poisoness habit. It will likely take one of my parents as well in the next few years.. One thing I DO NOT ALLOW if for ANYONE to smoke around my children. This is not a pissing match.. Smoking is a horrible thing to do to yourself. Granted, it may be hard to quit.. Better to suffer the consequences of quitting than to end up like my grandfather. He made excuses until the last few days of his life stating "you don't understand" "You have never smoked so how can you understand?".. I understand a pointless activity when I see one.. Rhino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpinjen 0 #117 January 14, 2004 Wow, this is a pretty amazing thread. Here's yet another reason to not smoke... I'm a nurse. I work in a cardiac cath lab. I was on call this past weekend. We (the call team) were in the lab for 25 hours worth of heart attacks. All are or were smokers. All needed an angioplasty and stent(s). So if you don't want me shaving the pubic hair off your groin at 3:30 in the morning while you're having crushing chest pain, don't smoke. I'm eleven days smoke free. And still tired from this weekend. Jen P.S. Everyone is doing well! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites hmatousek 0 #118 January 14, 2004 Probably the most inspiring post yet. Thanks! HeatherLife doesn't have to be perfect in order to be beautiful! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skycat 0 #119 January 14, 2004 I'm cheering you on sweety, sending all the vibes I can to get you threw the next few weeks. btw...you are one of the considerate ones, Until you posted here that you smoke I never really noticed it and I can't think of one time when you were. *hugs* good lucky *hugs* KelliFly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Unstable 9 #120 January 14, 2004 There is just something horribly UNATTRACTIVE about even the hottest girl with a smoke........ Instant Turn-off for me -- - - - - - =========Shaun ========== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Kris 0 #121 January 14, 2004 QuoteAnd if you do it wrong ?: ATTENTION SMOKERS AND FRIENDS OF SMOKERS Every smoker has done it; either you're distracted by a conversation you are having, you're driving and trying to keep an eye on the road, you're in a poorly lit bar, or you've simply had a few too many drinks in a well lit bar. However it happens, every smoker occasionally lights the wrong end of his or her cigarette, inhales one nasty lungfull of burning filter, curses, throws the now useless thing to the ground, and lights up a fresh smoke. It is unpleasant, annoying, and embarrassing . . . but scientists now believe inhaling the burning fumes from a cigarette filter can cause genital dysfunction in males and females. Cigarette filters contain a chemical known as tralfamadoraphyl that is generally harmless . . . unless it is burned and its fumes inhaled. Tralfamadoraphyl fumes build up in the body over time with each incorrectly lit cigarette, and eventually can restrict the flow of blood to the genitals of both sexes. It is estimated that if an individual were to incorrectly light one cigarette a month, it may take three or four years for the side effects to become recognizable. Cigarette manufacturers are not made to warn the smoking public of this threat to their health because, as one tobacco executive has stated, "If our product is used in the way it has been intended, this will not be a problem." So, it is up to us. Pass this along to all the smokers in your life, and to the nonsmokers who have friends and relatives who smoke. They will thank you. False. http://www.snopes.com/toxins/filter.htmSky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Muenkel 0 #122 January 14, 2004 I was always a "social smoker" on and off. In other words, only when I was out and then smoke free for days in between. I always thought I could take it or leave it. Now since I have been laid up since August, I have suddenly found myself smoking daily. Probably about 5-10 cigarettes a day. So I proved to myself that even social smoking is dangerous. My mom smoked anywhere from 1 to 3 packs of cigarettes from age 16 to 62. This February she will be smoke free for 6 years and she is doing great. She went through literal hell to quit smoking. It is most definitely an adddiction, like Bytch said. In fact it's considered one of the most difficult addictions to beat. I myself have decided to nip it in the bud before it gets too hard. Whenever my family put pressure on my mom to quit, she just smoked more. When she finally quit, she didn't tell anyone so she could remove the pressure. I think I found out a month later. My point is, you are doing a smoker no good by criticizing them and making them feel less than you. Nobody is perfect. They need your support, not your insults. And if you're worried about damaging influences on your kids, I suggest you turn off your TV. Pollution comes in many forms. My prayers to all you smokers who wish to quit. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freefallfreak 0 #123 January 14, 2004 QuoteSo if you don't want me shaving the pubic hair off your groin at 3:30 in the morning Uhh, I dont mind if you remember to be gentle and remember...turn about is fair play, lol. FFF "Upon seeing the shadow of a pigeon, one must resist the urge to look up." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites zyne 0 #124 January 14, 2004 Take things out of context why don't you. That was in a reply to the constant "quit smoking, can't you quit blah blah" not your restaurant dilemma ... Keep track will ya ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites zyne 0 #125 January 14, 2004 You should try becoming one yourself, it would do you good! LOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 3 4 5 6 Next Page 5 of 6 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
hmatousek 0 #118 January 14, 2004 Probably the most inspiring post yet. Thanks! HeatherLife doesn't have to be perfect in order to be beautiful! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #119 January 14, 2004 I'm cheering you on sweety, sending all the vibes I can to get you threw the next few weeks. btw...you are one of the considerate ones, Until you posted here that you smoke I never really noticed it and I can't think of one time when you were. *hugs* good lucky *hugs* KelliFly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unstable 9 #120 January 14, 2004 There is just something horribly UNATTRACTIVE about even the hottest girl with a smoke........ Instant Turn-off for me -- - - - - - =========Shaun ========== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #121 January 14, 2004 QuoteAnd if you do it wrong ?: ATTENTION SMOKERS AND FRIENDS OF SMOKERS Every smoker has done it; either you're distracted by a conversation you are having, you're driving and trying to keep an eye on the road, you're in a poorly lit bar, or you've simply had a few too many drinks in a well lit bar. However it happens, every smoker occasionally lights the wrong end of his or her cigarette, inhales one nasty lungfull of burning filter, curses, throws the now useless thing to the ground, and lights up a fresh smoke. It is unpleasant, annoying, and embarrassing . . . but scientists now believe inhaling the burning fumes from a cigarette filter can cause genital dysfunction in males and females. Cigarette filters contain a chemical known as tralfamadoraphyl that is generally harmless . . . unless it is burned and its fumes inhaled. Tralfamadoraphyl fumes build up in the body over time with each incorrectly lit cigarette, and eventually can restrict the flow of blood to the genitals of both sexes. It is estimated that if an individual were to incorrectly light one cigarette a month, it may take three or four years for the side effects to become recognizable. Cigarette manufacturers are not made to warn the smoking public of this threat to their health because, as one tobacco executive has stated, "If our product is used in the way it has been intended, this will not be a problem." So, it is up to us. Pass this along to all the smokers in your life, and to the nonsmokers who have friends and relatives who smoke. They will thank you. False. http://www.snopes.com/toxins/filter.htmSky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #122 January 14, 2004 I was always a "social smoker" on and off. In other words, only when I was out and then smoke free for days in between. I always thought I could take it or leave it. Now since I have been laid up since August, I have suddenly found myself smoking daily. Probably about 5-10 cigarettes a day. So I proved to myself that even social smoking is dangerous. My mom smoked anywhere from 1 to 3 packs of cigarettes from age 16 to 62. This February she will be smoke free for 6 years and she is doing great. She went through literal hell to quit smoking. It is most definitely an adddiction, like Bytch said. In fact it's considered one of the most difficult addictions to beat. I myself have decided to nip it in the bud before it gets too hard. Whenever my family put pressure on my mom to quit, she just smoked more. When she finally quit, she didn't tell anyone so she could remove the pressure. I think I found out a month later. My point is, you are doing a smoker no good by criticizing them and making them feel less than you. Nobody is perfect. They need your support, not your insults. And if you're worried about damaging influences on your kids, I suggest you turn off your TV. Pollution comes in many forms. My prayers to all you smokers who wish to quit. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freefallfreak 0 #123 January 14, 2004 QuoteSo if you don't want me shaving the pubic hair off your groin at 3:30 in the morning Uhh, I dont mind if you remember to be gentle and remember...turn about is fair play, lol. FFF "Upon seeing the shadow of a pigeon, one must resist the urge to look up." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zyne 0 #124 January 14, 2004 Take things out of context why don't you. That was in a reply to the constant "quit smoking, can't you quit blah blah" not your restaurant dilemma ... Keep track will ya ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zyne 0 #125 January 14, 2004 You should try becoming one yourself, it would do you good! LOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
