Pam:
You and I don't really know each other, so I hope you don't take offense at the question I'm going to ask. Now that you're a nonsmoker (or exsmoker, whichever catch phrase you prefer), why would you choose to date a smoker? I know there are those who live with smokers, generally because the person they're living with is a smoking spouse. But why would you seek out a relationship with a smoker? The stench alone would be a big turn-off for me.
I don't advocate "throwing" people away simply because they smoke, but since you're a single woman, you have a choice. Heck of a blackout for you to have this out of body experience and suddenly find yourself with a cigarette to your lips. Scary, to say the least.
I'm no relationship expert, but let me say this. You've made major changes in your life by adopting a nonsmoking lifestyle...very positive changes. Not sure of your major life goals, but if you're dating, I'm assuming you would be open to a long-term, committed relationship with someone you found to be your "soulmate." Wouldn't you prefer a nonsmoking soulmate? That way, smoking wouldn't be a point of contention between you. Better to find someone who doesn't smoke than to hope/pray they will quit smoking before they get sick, or better yet, subject your future children to secondhand smoke.
Just a thought, but one you should seriously consider. It's pretty apparent that you are especially vulnerable when you put yourself in a position to be tempted. Think about it.
-Sharon
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 5/15/2005
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 435
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 10,883
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $913.5
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 46 [B]Hrs:[/B] 2 [B]Mins:[/B] 17 [B]Seconds:[/B] 32
