Smoking . . . It's The Habit I Like!

It Rights My Emotions

by Lonny May Dodkins

Hey there, let's go back you and I to that fated day when we gagged on our first cigarette. Remember, it was your close friend convincing you to take your first drag. You didn't want to, but their persistance won out and you succumbed. And, what a drag it was. How did I know those chemicals in that smoke would do what it did? I was just little ole naive and free. For sure, it didn't take long and I was a buzzin' and was experiencing something definitely new. My mind was no longer the same after that, because my close friends made sure cigarettes were available at all times. It became the social thing to do because we were "cool" to do it. Soon, I found that whenever I was down emotionally or upset over something, a cigarette was lit to smooth me out. Smoking became my emotional roller coaster braker. It helped me put the brakes on frustration and stimulated a new plan to get me through whatever I was trying to get over. So, there you have it. Now eight years later, I'm addicted to the process. It gives my body the chemicals to right itself physically and emotionally. Too bad I can't quit now . . . it's just too hard!

>Can anyone share there comments on how they became addicted to smoking?

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How Much Money Will You Save If You Quit Smoking?

It All Goes Up In Smoke Anyways

by Buddy Nelson

Let's see . . . my dollars are going up in smoke. I'm lighting up another cigarette and I am enjoying the heck out of it. They say that I have an addiction. And guess what, they're right! Who gives a hoot? I like smoking. It gives my body a rush, and I really think better while taking another hit. I am a smoker. Yes, I spend anywhere between $4.50 to $5.00 a pack. And yes, I smoke a pack a day. So, let the math speak. I'm spending over $30 dollars a week. This adds up to over $125 dollars per month. Now by multiplying that by 12, I spend over $1500 per year. Who cares? It's my money . . . Apparently, I have the money to spend on it or else I couldn't afford it. So bug off Mr. and Mrs. Non-smoker! And yes, I'll go outside if I have to - in order to have my smoke. Laws be damned, you can't stop me, I'm a Smoker. If you would understand me, then you'd know that I'm just not into saving money. Get it! I enjoy seeing it go up in smoke . . .

>Anyone out there care to make a comment or two on smoking addiction?

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