I am generally an easy going person, but I am sensitive to the issue of smoking. I hate it when a person looking for suppport comes to this site, and immediately is asked if he/she is a smoker. Many smokers feel the animosity of non smokers, and I'm sure it makes them feel vunerable.

I personally believe that smoking is an addiction same as alcohol. No on blames an alcoholic!!! Actually smoking is more addictive than alcohol, drugs, etc. It's just that you don't see someone falling down and/or wasted. Like all addictions it does fill some deep psychological need.

That said, I do believe that smoking should not be allowed in
places where it would annoy others such as restaurants, etc. But remember people, you breathe in as much or more toxic air when you walk down a bustling traffic area and/or stand at a bus stop!

Just my 2 cents. I'll be positive from here on out!
Sandy S.