I used to smoke a lot.  Perhaps more than 20 a day.

I started when I was in school and can remember my first cigarette.  I was sitting on a wall and trying to act real cool.  After a few inhales I completely lost my balance, felt really dizzy and fell over the other side of the wall.

I should have taken that as a hint - but I didnt.

I never really liked smoking but it was the social aspect that appealed to me. 

So after a few attempts to give up (some succesful - some not) I decided for good when I was 30 that I would quit forever.  And I have!

Over 5 years since I had a cigaratte.  Actually, thats not entirely true.  About 4 years ago I was feeling socially outcast as I sat at a cafe in Bangkok - on a high chair!  Can you guess what happened next?  Yep, I fell off the chair, hit my head and was unconscious for a few minutes.  Smoking really can damage your health.

The only negative part of giving up smoking has been the increase in weight.  I have certainly enjoyed my food more since I gave up smoking and as a result I am "overweight". 

I am hoping that I can add a new article soon entitled "Lost Weight"..... IjustDidIT!