[Humidston]

Ok. I thought ETS was some organization. And I agree with their findings. I've never seen data to prove ETS is injurious to non-smokers, so I agree completely. Until we see data to prove otherwise, I heartily agree that smoke can't hurt bystanders.

BUT, since I love FReepers, I'm going on record here to say that every time you raise that damned cigarette to your lips and take that long, relaxing drag, you're playing Russian Roulette with your life.

I know. It happened to me. I can't smoke anymore because my lungs are fried and I'm probably going to die gasping for air. Nowadays I can only inhale my inhalers. And a nice walk in the woods is out of the question, as are several other activities I used to enjoy. Please don't be as stupid as I was...

[Just another Joe]

Thanks for your concern. Not sarcasm, I appreciate true concern from anyone.
This isn't about whether smoking can cause harm to the smoker, although I think that's coming eventually to a statehouse somewhere. We all know that smoking is a risk factor for the smoker. This is about property rights and libertys.
I could give up smoking if I truly wanted to. I refuse to give up property rights for no reason other than someone doesn't like a particular smell.