[Final Authority]

I must say that the Socratic method of coming to an understanding generally works every time. So it seems here. My understanding is that you exhibit some denial with respect to your smoking habit. I offer my sincere condolences.

[Gabz]

I must admit - I have absolutely no clue what you are talking about.

I do appreciate the fact you refer to my smoking as a habit, rather than the typical anti-smoker preferred term of addiction.

I have no idea why you offer me your condolences.......I engage in a habit I find pleasurable, even knowing the possible health risks the habit entails. I'm not in denial about anything. Reading a book out in the sun is also a risky habit....but guess what? I do it anyway....the pleasure outweighs the risks as far as I'm concerned.

There are lots of things that lots of people do that pose risks to their health, either in the immediate or long term. Why is it that so many people just want to focus on smoking?????