TESTIMONIALS: The Southeastern U.S. and New England

 

Hi Mike,
My husband Fred Ouimette is so glad he came to you to Quit Smoking.  He
has been smoke-free for 6 years on 12/21/2003.  It seems like it was
yesterday, never no cravings and when someone smokes around him, he says
it stinks.  Have a wonderful Xmas and a happy, healthy New Year!
Andrea & Fred Ouimette
 

 

Hello Mike and everyone at ALT.,
I am happy to tell you its been 3 years and going strong since I stopped
smoking with your program. Keep up the great work.
I tell everyone that is considering stop smoking how I stopped I am always
putting the word out there for you. ; )

Have a safe and happy holiday. and a great 2010!!!!!!!

Sincerely,
Renee Prince ; )
 

 

HI MIKE,
ITS HARD TO BELIEVE THAT I HAVE BEEN SMOKE FREE NOW FOR 3 1/2 YEARS!!!
THIS WAS ALL DUE TO ADVANCED LASER THERAPY. AFTER SMOKING FOR 42YRS, YOUR
THERAPY GAVE ME WHAT I NEEDED TO QUIT.
I WANT TO TELL YOU, I STILL CAN'T BELIEVE HOW WELL THIS WORKED FOR
ME...AND OH YES I WAS READY FOR IT.
I HAVE TOLD MANY PEOPLE ABOUT ADVANCED LASER THERAPY. PEOPLE WHO KNOW ME
ARE IN AWE OF WHAT I'VE DONE WITH YOUR HELP.
I WANT TO THANK YOU AGAIN FOR BEING THERE FOR ME ON MAY 12, 2006.
I JUST TURNED 60YRS OLD ON NOV. 3RD AND OFTEN THINK OF WHERE I WOULD BE IF
I HAD NOT STOPPED. I NOW CAN TAKE DEEP BREATHS.
Thank you,
Joanne Beacker
 

Hi Mike;
3 1/2 years and absolutely no desire to get near a cigarette. Best thing I
ever did for myself!!! Retired now and living in Bluffton, SC- 6 miles
from Hilton Head.  Recently sent another person your way.
All the best.

Jim

Jim Vineburgh
21 East Summerton Court
Bluffton, SC 29910

 

 

Hi Mike,

Wish you the very best in your new location!  Thanks to you, I have been
smoke free for almost three years!

Thank you for giving me your support and enthusiasm to quit that awful
habit!!

Best regards,

Mary Hallisey
 

 

Dear Mike,

I hope you and your staff at Advanced are well, and I wish you a Very
Happy New Year.  I just received an e-mail from you congratulating me on
the 2nd year of being "smoke free!"

I cannot begin to explain how grateful I am to you and Advanced for your
assistance in quitting this "dreadful habit."  I feel so much better, and
I know how much I "reaked" of cigarette smoke, because whenever I am near
someone who smokes, that odor just permeates the air..

I have told many people about your wonderful method, and I will continue
to do so...I just hope that each of them will give you a call...

Take care, and God Bless you!!

Mary Hallisey
 

 

Jim & I, are "smoke free" 2 years now! No set backs. I talk about your
service all the time!
So glad we never incurred the extra expense of nicotine patches. I look
around now at my "old" smoker "friends" & see the color of their skin tone
& listen to their cough & thank God for your Laser Therapy & the fact that
i could quit after 37 & 1/2 years of smoking!

Thank you!
Betsy & Jim
Merrimack NH
 

 

Dear Advanced laser Therapy,
For the past ten years plus I have had chronic neck, shoulder, and back
pain with nerve damage.  I have seen multiple physicians including a
neurosurgeon who recommended back surgery without much guarantee of
success.  I have done physical therapy exercises as well as heat and
cold therapy.  Therapy at a pain clinic with steroid injections,
multiple medications, and a chiropractor until I found laser therapy.
After four painless, relaxing, comfortable, and pleasant visits, I am
living without fear of using my back and needing a trip to the emergency
room.  The bulging disc in my lower back is gone.  I'm truly amased with
this treatment and highly recommend this therapy for anyone that has
chronic pain.  For me, this treatment has been nothing short of a
miracle.

Sincerely,

Nikki Hartung
 

Hi Mike,
Two year anniversary today. No cheating, not even interested. no temptation.
Owe it all to you. An absolute miracle.
Have retired and moved to Bluffton SC,near Hilton Head. Sending a person to
one of your FLA locations.
Hope all is well and that the FDA has or will get out of your way.
All the best and THANKS!!!!!
Jim Vineburgh
 

Dear Advanced laser Therapy,
For the past ten years plus I have had chronic neck, shoulder, and back
pain with nerve damage.  I have seen multiple physicians including a
neurosurgeon who recommended back surgery without much guarantee of
success.  I have done physical therapy exercises as well as heat and
cold therapy.  Therapy at a pain clinic with steroid injections,
multiple medications, and a chiropractor until I found laser therapy.
After four painless, relaxing, comfortable, and pleasant visits, I am
living without fear of using my back and needing a trip to the emergency
room.  The bulging disc in my lower back is gone.  I'm truly amased with
this treatment and highly recommend this therapy for anyone that has
chronic pain.  For me, this treatment has been nothing short of a
miracle.

Sincerely,

Nikki Hartung

Happy New Year to you and yours as well, Mike!  Thank you for being there
for me, May 12, 2008 will make it 2 years Smoke Free.....Yippee!!!!!
Happy New Year,
Joanne Becker
Manchester,NH

Wishing you and all the staff and your family the happiest of a New Year.
Jan 10th is my 1 year anniversary of not smoking, now I feel I can really
say  yes I made it!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for all your help.
Virginia Bruton
 

Michael,
 I would like to thank you and everyone at advanced laser therapy, it has
been 9 months yesterday (2/1/07) since my last cigarette. I recommend you to
everyone I know who smokes.
Thank you,
Kim
 

Thank Your Aaron and the Laser Therapy,
  I Vickie Petrigni am so happy that I decided to come to you to quit
smoking.  I, me, myself, and I would prefer to smoke.  However, I know
that I cannot smoke any more.  My health depends on my not smoking. I am
so thrilled and extremely happy that the laser therapy has resulted in
my not smoking.  I have not smoked at all.  I have had brief moments
where I  have thought about it, but it was extremely brief and poof it
was gone.  I have never felt better, HO, HO, HO, ..... One of these days
I will feel great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  In the mean time I will keep
going --  to stay away from smoking.  Your therapy really makes it easy
for ME, because I really needed and really had to quit smoking.  I
really know that when all is well with the mind and the body, you will
succeed. I can't tell you enough that I am so happy that I finally came
to you to quit smoking.  You were the one that helped with the monkey on
my back.   I know that that is just a saying, but the reality of it
 is that is what it is.

  THANK YOU
  THANK YOU
  THANK YOU

  YOU DO A GREAT SERVICE TO EVERYONE THAT COMES TO YOU,   I HAVE GIVEN
YOUR NUMBER TO MANY PEOPLE, I SURE HOPE THEY ALL CALL AND MAKE
APPOINTMENTS SOON.  YOUR SERVICE IS GREAT111111111111

  THANK YOU
  Victoria E Petrigni

 

 

Hi Aaron,
I would like to express my thanks for the treatment I had.  I had been a
heavy smoker for almost 30 years. I had been hoping to give up cigarettes
I tried every thing no luck,until i heard about you. I am smoke free for
almost 4 months now!  I don't know what to say,"thanks and god bless you".
Good Luck and much success.

Raad Aljarah
Manchester,NH

 

 

Hi Aaron. I have to thank you so much for introducing your program to me.
I had smoked for 30 years and came to a point where I wanted to quit but
every attempt was unsuccessful.
I am happy to say, I have been smoke free since our session on Nov 4th,
2006.  I feel like a whole new person. I know that I am smoke free for
life!!!!!

Ellen Catano
Manchester, NH

 

 

Hello Mike,
It's been a year since I quit. I never dreamed I'd make it this long. I'm
pretty confident and I have no desire to go back. I am a non smoker...


Donna Cress
Portsmouth,NH
 

Hi Aaron,


I have to admit, when we first heard about using Advanced Laser Therapy to
quit smoking, I was skeptical.  However,  my wife wanted to give it a
try,  so she convinced me to make appointments.   As anyone who has ever
tried to  quit smoking knows, it's hard enough when you are totally
committed, let  alone when you are "talked into it", and actually trying
to quit for someone  else.

When I arrived for the first treatment, and the procedure was explained to
me, I was wondering if the whole thing was smoke, mirrors, and the power
of  suggestion.  However, as they say....the proof of the pudding.  Bottom
line,  we both smoked cigarettes right up to the one hour deadline, took
the first  treatment and haven't had another cigarette since.  It's now
been 15 weeks  since our first treatment and our last cigarette.  By the
way, I did the  math.  15 weeks at approximately $65.oo per week for cigs
= $975 versus $650 for both our treatments.

Important safety tip.  Drink the water ---for two reasons.  We both
encountered some angst at one time or another for the first week, or so,
but  guzzling room temperature water (easier than cold water ) did the
trick, and  killed the cravings.  Also, use the water for your "legal
water break"  versus your "legal cigarette break"   After that first week,
it has gotten  easier by the day. (and I'm on a bowling team with 3
smokers)

I should add a brief "smoker's" history.  My wife, Jean, hadn't smoked for
30 years, and I hadn't smoked for 18 years, when we both were over-served
at  a wedding, and ended up bumming some cigarettes.  Smokers know the
rest.  We soon were up to 25 cigarettes a day, and had smoked for the
last 6 years. I had quit or tried to quit many times before, but this
was by far the most painless time.  What's more, neither my wife nor I
ever tried to choke the  life out of the other because of grouchy
withdrawal!!!  The withdrawal just  wasn't there.

Good luck.
Glenn & Jean

 

Dear Lisa,


I would like to express my deepest thanks for the treatment of my son,
Mackenzie.  He had been a heavy smoker for almost 5 years.  As a concerned
parent and non-smoker, I had been hoping he would take the steps necessary
to give up cigarettes.
When he finally decided it was time for a change, I Immediately thought of
you.  He was a little nervous about the laser procedure, but afterwards
revealed that it was quick, painless and that you made him feel completely
at ease.  I am happy to report that he is now seven days smoke free and
reports "Dad, it's amazing. I've lost the urge.  I don't even think about
cigarettes any more."

Good Luck and much success.

Sincerely,

Ellsworth Buck MBA
Vice President

 

Dear Mike:

After smoking for over 40 years, I had your smoking cessation treatment
on January 15,& 16th, 2006 (you did one session and Emily did the other).
I did not have one withdrawal symptom (prior attempts to stop cold turkey
had caused me to be literally disoriented among other things) and have
absolutely no desire to smoke. A miracle. I have heard your recent ads
on WBZ and would be happy to be a spokesperson for you. I have given
your name to numerous people, some of whom I hope have come to see you.
We also discussed your desire to open an office nearer Boston. I hope
you are still considering that. Did you ever consider a promotion
(perhaps around mother's and father's day or birthdays) whereby you would
offer gift certificates so people could send their loved ones to you.
Best thing I have done for myself in years.

Jim
Boston,MA
 

Hey Claudine,


How goes the battle?  Things are going well for me.  I haven't had a
cigarette since Tuesday, September 19th.  I really have had no craving for
a cigarette.  You were right, I find myself reaching for a cigarette out
of
habit, not because I crave one.  I can honestly say I think I've finally
quit.  I now know that I can't have that "one" cigarette and be ok.  I'll
keep you posted, but so far, so good.  Thanks so much for you help!!

Kevin,
Foxboro,MA


 

Hi Mike,

You are too much you know. How exciting was Friday, April 21st? I
was on top of the world, first and foremost I met my 6 month anniversary
of being a non-smoker. How cool is that? I DON'T MISS THEM OR THINK OF
THEM. Ok, even better- your persistence of following up on my weight issue
that was bothering me - I have be sucking down the water, eating 2 pieces
of fruit and guess what? I have started to lose weight. I am on top of the
world thanks to you. I haven't felt this great in a long time. You need to
come out this way and spread your work. We need to do something. Thank
you, thank you thank you. Did I say thank you. I am so, so happy.
Thank you. Mike, maybe we can try something with you coming down here - a
pretrial run so to speak. I have the office- and there are 3 local
stations to advertise on to see what type of feedback we could get. I tell
everyone about you. You know, it's funny some people say, oh I want to
quit smoking, then I tell them about you and they are like oh, ok, I will
think about it. Key, Key - how bad or how ready are you? This is a gift.
What are they waiting for. Keep in touch.

Best Regards
Robin
Ludlow,MA

 

Hello Aaron
  I am very happy with the results.  For the first two weeks I felt no
withdrawal symptoms. My biggest worry was going through withdrawals.  I
would have quit a long time ago if I didn't have the worry of
withdrawals. I have had issues with the cravings and habbit, but they
are decreasing daily.  The biggest problem in the past was withdrawal,
now that I am past that I will never have another cigerette.  Thankyou
for your help.  I am now a non smoker.

Kim
Enfield,NH

 




Hi Mike,
I just wanted to say thank you!  You have helped over 20 employee's now at
G.E. quit smoking.  Not only has it made an improvement in their lives, it
has also made an improvement in our productivity at the plant.  Not to
mention a better working environment for the other employee's.  Keep up the
GREAT work.
Yours Truly,
Cindy
Hooksett,NH

Hi Mike,
Your staff helped a co-worker and me quit smoking about 8 months ago and
we are happy to say, were still smoke free.  It's amazing though, we have
received numerous thanks from other co-workers.  Since we have been
in, you have successfully treated over 37 of our co-workers that we know
of, or at least have acknowledged they had the laser treatment.  We can't
thank you and your staff enough.  By the way, are you going to open a
clinic sometime soon is Massachusetts?  If you do, please let us know.
Again, thank you!
Bill
Woburn,MA

Dear Mark and Danielle of WOKQ,

   I was writing in regard to my mother Jackie Gingras that recently won
your giveaway to Advanced Laser therapy for quit smoking.  I wanted to
thank you both from the bottom of
my heart.  It has truly made a difference in all our lives.  This has
given her a new start on life smoke free....
   Having a mother so dedicated to trying to stop but nothing worked.
This gave her the hope and encouragement try again. We are so so proud
of her accomplishment.
She is now 6 days smoke free and is looking forward to many more.  Thank
you so much for having these great give away.  And thank you so much for
choosing her letter.
         I can't tell you how much I appreciate you and your station WOKQ
97.5....

                                        Thank you so much
                                                    Stacy Lambert

Mike

Thank you, Thank you!!!!
My husband saw you the beginning of January 2005. He is still smoke free. He used to smoke a least two packs a day and he is only 38 years old. I worried about his health and our life together, but now he feels better and we are both grateful to you every day.

Thank you for giving us a longer life together.
Erika Rogers

FLORIDA TESTIMONIALS

Hi Jeff,
I am happy to report that I have been smoke free since the day before I
arrived at ALT. I am so excited! I don't even think about it when I drink
anymore! Thanks so much for your amazing treatment as well as all your
helpful facts and friendly words of encouragement.

Michele
Vero Beach

 

Hi Leslie,
I was contacted recently by phone with questions as to how I was doing
since my laser treatment on Nov 28, 2005. I guess my response was note
worthy as I was asked to drop you line and let you know how I was doing.
All I can say is WOW! I am totally shocked by how the laser therapy has
worked for me. From the first treatment until right this minute I have had
absolutely no desire whatsoever to even pick up a cigarette !!!!!! The
following morning after the first treatment I brought my dogs outside as
soon as we got up. It wasn't until we were back inside that I realized
that I had not smoked. That was usually the first one of the day and one
that I smoked in "auto-pilot". I have gone out with people who smoke and
it does not bother me in the least. Even with a few cocktails I have not
had the desire at all. I am so totally done smoking! I know that I won't
go back to it now. Over the last 30 years I have tried every possible way
to quit! smoking and nothing has been successful for any length of time
but Laser Therapy has been so easy! I actually forget that I used to be a
smoker and it has only been 5 weeks!!! Thank you so much. I am referring
everyone that I know to you. Hopefully they will take a chance and try it
like I did. I know they will be non-smokers as soon as they do. Thanks
again,

Kerry Whalley - Vero Beach, Fla
 

Hi Mike

I just want to let you know that since my session on November 18th, I
haven't smoked one cigarette.  I truly believe in your process, and I tell
everyone I know and see.  This is the first Christmas in 17 years that I did
not have bronchitis.  I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart.  I
hope you and your family had a wonderful Christmas!

Happy and Healthy,

Tracey K.

Mike

Hi from Fran,  We made out OK during both hurricanes.  We  lost a lot of shingles and the soffet under our eaves, but got everything covered immediately so no leaking into the house.  Will need new roof and soffet.  Insurance is paying for everything, already have check but have to wait our turn cause everyone else had damage too.  Didn't cause me to start smoking again so I'm still smokefree.
Sorry about your damage.  Hope everything works out soon for you.
Take care,   Fran
 

Hi Mike
I truly believe the laser works - I also believe you have to be at the point where you want to give it up. The laser certainly helped with the craving - addiction - I didn't feel anxious - angry or frustrated as I have in the past giving it up cold turkey - I am almost 7 weeks, feel great - although am way too hungry - so I have to be aware of that - smoking does increase your metabolism - so it would be great if there was another way to increase it - most difficult time is 5-7 pm.....
Heres to laser therapy!!!!
Tina

I went through the "Stop Smoking" laser therapy over a month ago and I still haven't had a single puff since my treatment started.  I have tried to stop smoking quite a few times, once with accupuncture, twice with hypnosis, and twice I tried patches and nicorette gum.  None of these worked for me.  Thanks to you 'Mike' at Advanced Laser Therapy I'm still smoke free and plan on staying that way.

Thanks again,
Fran
Vero Beach
 

"I chose to live"

I got to the point of my life that I was tired of being controlled by a
deadly substance.  The commercial on how deadly nicotine toxins are that stick to
your clothes, your car, your home, or even worse YOUR LUNGS.  Each time I
smoked I thought why am I doing this; it was a fix for my addiction.  I even tried
to tell myself that I did not smoke that much and I could control it, but then
I counted the years that I was a "part-time smoker" (ha, ha).   Fourteen years
went by; I tried gum, the patch, and even an inhaler (all contained
nicotine).  How can something with nicotine get you over the addiction to it? What a
joke.  I know people who are addicted to the gum; even that is disgusting. 
Nicotine kills; just like Crack, Heroin, or any other drug.  It should be
illegal..... 
 I heard of the laser treatment therapy, but was apprehensive that it would
cost too much or it would be painful.  Whatever it was going to take; I decided
to do this for myself and my family. 
 I was driving down the road and saw a sign; literally a sign "Laser Therapy,
Quit Smoking Now."  So I called. 
The staff was eager to answer my questions and I felt so comfortable; I made
the appointment that same day.  I went home smoked a couple of cigs, then said
good-bye to the Nicotine Monkey.  I took the full pack, ran water over them,
and threw them away.  All it took was a commitment to get to my appointment. 
The laser therapy was painless; actually very relaxing.  That is what it is
all about; you feel like you had a cig and you don't need one.  I think there
are 2 parts of the addiction #1 the Nicotine and #2 the physical addiction.  You
have to keep in your head that you are a nonsmoker and you want to live.  The
rest Mike will help you with.  It was so easy and I am so glad that Laser
Therapy came to Vero Beach!  Every day I wake up I am so proud of myself.  I
will never touch a nasty cigarette again.  Mike; thank you so much for
adding years to my life. 

With Gratitude,
Laura
Vero Beach, FL.

New England Testimonials

 

Mike

I just wanted to write to give you a quick follow up on me. I came to you
on, March 4 2006 to quit smoking. At that time I was smoking almost 4
packs a day and at times into 4 packs, and I was only sleeping about 4-5
hours a night. At the time I went, my boyfriend also came for the
treatment Jack).  Here it is 10 months later and I still have not had one
cigarette. Jack did start smoking again,I believe it was because of his
line of work he is a Paver.  He went back to work in may and not pick back
up again until about his 3rd week into work. I feel it was because he
related his breaks with a smoke and also all the other guys at worked
smoked. As for myself I have no desire at all to ever smoke again. So many
people have seen that this works for me that they too are going to quit or
have quit. My sister is setting up a appointment for Jan. with you.
Again Thank You.
Susan Patnaude

 

Hi Emily,
Just a quick not to say it's been a month, and I must admit, I was worried
about Thanksgiving this year.  You know, all the family, in-laws and of
course the normal strees, but I never had the desire to lite up.  On top
of that, all my family and extended family couldn't believe it.
Thanks again,
Rick
Boston

Hi Mike,
I just wanted to drop you a line to say thank you!  It's been 3 months, I
have never made it more than 3 days in the past!  I truly was impressed
with your entire staff, from the time I made the appointment, to the time
I arrived at your office.  I will be referring you to our Human Resources
department here at the hospital.
Happy Holidays,
Beth
Cambridge,MA

Hi Ceal,
I'd like to thank you personally, if it wasn't for you, I don't think I
would have made the appointment.  As you know, I've tried every method
known to man over the last 37 years.  So when I called pertaining to Laser
Therapy, you understood my skeptism to say the least.  I must say, it was
you truly understanding my concerns, but more concerned for my well being,
that re-assured me of your therapy.  It been 4 months and I will never go
back to smoking. You are truly an angel!
Thanks,
Stan
Manchester,NH

Mike,

Sorry I took so long to write back to you!   I  experienced the laser
therapy treatment on October 10th and have not  smoked at all since.  I
feel so much better since becoming a  nonsmoker; I no longer have a cough,
my breathing is so much better and I can  feel the increased capacity of
my lungs.

I had tried to quit many, many times in the past but always gave into the
terrible cravings that always occurred.  Quitting with laser treatment has
 been
so much easier.  I don't have the constant cravings to smoke, I am not
always eating, I have not gained any weight and I have so much more  energy!

I have recommended Advanced Laser Therapy to every smoker I know!   Keep up
the good work and say hello to Cecile and Emily for me!

Sincerely,


Shelley
Fall River, MA

Hi Mike,

I visit your website from time to time and I'm so happy to see your now in New England!  You treated me at your Vero Beach, Florida location over a year ago, and I'm still smoke free.  I can't believe how it has changed my life, thank you!  I will now let all of my friends and co-workers know that your here in New Hampshire, your about an hour and 20 minutes from me in West Lebanon.  I wish you all the best, take care.

Smoke Free in West Lebanon,NH
Jayne H.

Hi Mike, Just a quick not to thank you for coming to Long Island New York. I just wanted to let you know Advanced Laser Therapy has changed some many lives here. It’s unbelievable everybody in our entire group is still not smoking and it’s been 3 months! We can’t thank you and your staff enough.

Marie

Patchogue, Long Island

Hi Mike,

I just wanted to say thank you for helping me quit smoking. I’ve tried every method to quit during my 30+ years and have never been able to kick the habit until now. Thank you!

Tom

Merrimack, NH

Hi Mike,

Thank you, thank you! I can’t thank you enough, I can wake up with out going into a coughing attack. I’ve smoked for 30 years and have never been able to get this monkey off my back. Not only do I thank you, but my entire family!

Roberta

Ludlow, MA

Hi Mike,

WOW, what else can I say! I did it, and it didn’t hurt a bit! I’ve tried everything, the patches, gum, lozenges, hypnosis, you name it. I did NOT have the desire, cravings or withdrawls, and my friends, co-workers and family still love me. I was not miserable or grouchy during the process.

Thank you,

Sheila

Nashua, NH

Hi Mike,

Thank you for ending a 35 year battle. I never thought I could do this, but your staff made it possible from the time I walked in the door. My biggest worry was possible weight gain as you know, each time I had tried to quit in the past I gained from 15-20 pounds. It’s now been 10 weeks and I’m the same weight and enjoying life!

Thanks,

Kathy

Danville, NH

Hi Mike,

I just wanted to let you know our entire is still smoke free! The day we all agreed to give it a try, we didn’t know what to expect. Your staff is excellent and the follow up has been GREAT! Our entire business is now smoke free, thanks to Advanced Laser Therapy. We are forever grateful!

Dani,

Portland,ME


 

"My Cigarette, My Friend?"
How do you feel about a friend who has to go everywhere with you? Not only
does he tag along all the time, but since he is so offensive and vulgar, you
become unwelcome when with him. He has a peculiar odor that sticks to you
wherever you go. Others think both of you stink.

He controls you totally. When he says jump, you jump. Sometimes in the
middle of a storm, he wants you to come to the store and pick him up. You
would give your spouse hell if he or she did that to you all the time, but
you can't argue with your friend. Sometimes, when you are out at a movie or
play he says he wants you to go stand in the lobby with him and miss
important scenes. Since he calls all the shots in your life, you go.

Your friend doesn't like your choice of clothing either. Instead of politely
telling you that you have lousy taste, he burns little holes in these items
so you will want to throw them out. Sometimes, he tires of the furniture and
gets rid of it too. Occasionally, he gets really nasty and decides the whole
house must go.

He gets pretty expensive to support. Not only is his knack of property
destruction costly, but you must pay to keep him with you. In fact, he will
cost you thousands of dollars over your lifetime. And you can count on one
thing, he will never pay you a penny in return.

Often at picnics you watch others playing vigorous activities and having
lots of fun doing them. But your friend won't let you. He doesn't believe in
physical activity. In his opinion, you are too old to have that kind of fun.
So he kind of sits on your chest and makes it difficult for you to breathe.
Now you don't want to go off and play with other people when you can't
breathe, do you?

Your friend does not believe in being healthy. He is really repulsed by the
thought of you living a long and productive life. So every chance he gets he
makes you sick. He helps you catch colds and flu. Not just by running out in
the middle of the lousy weather to pick him up at the store. He is more
creative than that. He carries thousands of poisons with him which he
constantly blows in your face. When you inhale some of them, they wipe out
cilia in your lungs which would have helped you prevent these diseases.

But colds and flu are just his form of child's play. He especially likes
diseases that slowly cripple you—like emphysema. He considers this disease
great. Once he gets you to have this, you will give up all your other
friends, family, career goals, activities—everything. You will just sit home
and caress him, telling him what a great friend he is while you desperately
gasp for air.

But eventually your friend tires of you. He decides he no longer wishes to
have your company. Instead of letting you go your separate ways, he decides
to kill you. He has a wonderful arsenal of weapons behind him. In fact, he
has been plotting your death since the day you met him. He picked all the
top killers in society and did everything in his power to ensure you would
get one of them. He overworked your heart and lungs. He clogged up the
arteries to your heart, brain, and every other part of your body. In case
you were too strong to succumb to this, he constantly exposed you to cancer
causing agents. He knew he would get you sooner or later.

Well, this is the story of your "friend," your cigarette. No real friend
would do all this to you. Cigarettes are the worst possible enemies you ever
had. They are expensive, addictive, socially unacceptable, and deadly.
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©1984. by Joel Spitzer