[Superman]

Len, your invitation is tempting but I know I'd fail at this point. Still, I'm tempted just to take a chance, and to support you. But right now, there is virtually no question I would fail.

Couple of years ago I took bupropion and it was kind of amazing. I didn't really care to smoke. Some "helps" are not much help at all, but that stuff seemed to make a big difference.

No, I've made snap decisions to quit before and it has not worked. I don't want to go into this thinking I'll fail. I'm going to line up my resources and put together a strategy that I can feel confident about, and that I can pursue tactically. Just sitting there deciding each two seconds to not smoke......well......I just don't have what it takes to do that.

I have some idea what you're going through though, Len. And you have my admiration. And I'd help you with some company if I thought I could keep up.

BTW, I'm having many of the same thoughts. The stuff about family. You see, I truly did not think I would live this long. Sounds funny but it's true. So now, I'm starting to think I might not be killed by a vehicle or a bullet or something, and that maybe it's going to boil down to age and health. Even then, the finish line is obviously getting closer. Pretty wild ride, this "life" thing.