[quote=georgec]Thanks for the encouragement and understanding. I read Rich's Plea and looked at the pictures. I said to myself, "that could be me." Sometimes quitting seems so overwhelming but I'm sure I can do it. Not much else to say except that I am not giving up. [/quote]

George, I had an oral cancer scare last fall and fortunately dodged the bullet however I spent a fair amount of time reading other's experiences with oral cancer and that was enough to convince me to quit smoking. I had been a heavy smoker for 40 years or so. I continue to read these forums on a regular basis and that is enough to keep me honest.

Good luck to you.