I don't smoke, and never will. I started high school this past year and I was truly shocked at how many people I knew from elementary school started smoking, especially the girls. I can't even have a conversation with these people about their habit and the health risks because they just don't want to hear it. And I still don't really understand how they get a steady supply of cigarettes. I was at a local convenience store a few weeks ago, and this kid in front of me bought 2 packs of ciagarettes. He goes to my school. He looked like he was maybe 16 and the cashier didn't even ask him for ID. They have a sign on the counter that says "Under 19, No Tobacco. It's the law. We Ask For ID" or something like that. Yet, this child was able to buy the cigarettes, no problem.