NO AMOUNT...

... of well-meant advice would have made any difference Dannymatt. I knew perfectly well what the dangers of smoking were, but being an addict I was able to set those aside whenever I needed a fix. It would have made no difference WHO had bullied, cajoled, persuaded, harangued - I had to make the decision myself AND needed to do it the only way I knew would work. It's only been just over one day. I may not see it through. But I reckon the first day should probably be the worst - and it's actually been a doddle!!!