Frank, thanks for your support, but I think you may have gone a little far in implying that smokers are more likely than the average population to be wife-beaters. God knows I'm no big fan of smoking, but I've seen that some of the nicest people are smokers... and I think it's a little harsh to suggest it leads to violence.

I had been pondering whether or not to give pot a try, but I think I won't. I'm starting to hear from people that pot does have a lingering effect on your brain even when done infrequently, and your account is another strong vote against it.

Marion