mixedmedia

This was true for me as well...the "little rituals" and physical habits related to smoking were almost as soothing and addictive as the actual smoking itself.

..............

and on another note:

Let's put an end to the name-calling and put downs now, okay? Lots of people smoke. It doesn't make them dumb or deserving of your scorn.

The OP does not ask for anyone's advice about whether or not to start smoking.

So let's end all that now, capice?

If you want to start your own thread decrying the sins and stupidity of smokers then go right ahead. Although, I'll bet good money that deal's already been done.

Thanks.

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