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Member Since: September 17, 2004
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Last Update: October 3, 2007
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I really value the advice you gave me when my guy had a misunderstanding about me.It helped me alot...

My messenger add is - shameera8@hotmail.com


I would greatly appreciate having you as someone to advice me.. Because sometimes i feel all alone...


Thanks alot in advance

also... if you choose to add me please mail me a little note verifying you cos i get a alot of unknown ppl adding me which i usually reject...

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I sent a request and an email; hoping I can check in with you again soon. :)

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OK here's the deal. I smoke cigarettes .. yes I know all the bad stuff about it already and I know I shouldn't do it, blah blah blah. My best friend doesn't know tho. Shes my best friend in the entire world and I hate keeping this from her. A couple of people who she doesnt like know I smoke. She doesnt even know i talk to them. I hate keeping it from her. I dont want to quit. She thinks smoking is really stupid. How can I tell her about it ?

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It sounds like you're "coming out" to her as a smoker. ;)

Honestly, I don't think it's really necessary, since it doesn't effect her rights, responsibilities, or decisions in any way.

Just start being honest about what you're doing -- quite simply, by not hiding it. Listen to her input and respect her feelings -- she's likely to be concerned about your health, but as long as you show some understanding and consideration for that concern, it should turn out fine.

All you have to do is be honest and do whatever you can to show compassion for her feelings. You don't have to bend over backwards, change, or justify yourself; just treat her with consideration.

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