ashtrays
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I've always though about this subject whenever I am going down the road, some INCONSIDERATE SMOKER throws their butt out the window, and it bounces off the windshield of my truck (or car for that matter) - how would they like a lit M80 thrown in their car? I have found by experience that it is no fun getting burnt by that person's cigarette as it lands in my vehicle. Maybe someday when I can get my hands on a few M200's.......
And as for those who throw them out the window or on the ground, do you just drop them on the floor of your HOUSE when you finish that last drag? Why not? Don't you like to see the mess?
'nother question - why is it many smokers keep their heater set on the recirc mode? I get in those vehicles, cough, wind down the windows cause it is so musty/stale in there, and stick my head out the window so I can see since the windows are so smeared and hazy. I like that idea about cleaning the passenger side!
And as for those who throw them out the window or on the ground, do you just drop them on the floor of your HOUSE when you finish that last drag? Why not? Don't you like to see the mess?
'nother question - why is it many smokers keep their heater set on the recirc mode? I get in those vehicles, cough, wind down the windows cause it is so musty/stale in there, and stick my head out the window so I can see since the windows are so smeared and hazy. I like that idea about cleaning the passenger side!
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NC has a law that if you rear-end someone you automatically get the ticket
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Unless of course, if there were witnesses.
That rear-ender concept is over-looked & you would get a fine for either Stunting or some other breech of the law.
The police are also looking past the old > I had to stop for cat or squirrel explanation.
I too have a problem with being around lousy driver's so I put a sign in the back window that says:
"Hey You ! Try and Be a Good Driver like Me"
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Unless of course, if there were witnesses.
That rear-ender concept is over-looked & you would get a fine for either Stunting or some other breech of the law.
The police are also looking past the old > I had to stop for cat or squirrel explanation.
I too have a problem with being around lousy driver's so I put a sign in the back window that says:
"Hey You ! Try and Be a Good Driver like Me"
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From: Black Hills of SD
Originally posted by 99xlt4.04x4
Every action has an equal and opposite reaction, so yeah i guess its ok for me to slam on the brakes in front of him. NC has a law that if you rear-end someone you automatically get the ticket. I guess smokers should think about that (not all smokers, only thoses who throw trash out the window).
Every action has an equal and opposite reaction, so yeah i guess its ok for me to slam on the brakes in front of him. NC has a law that if you rear-end someone you automatically get the ticket. I guess smokers should think about that (not all smokers, only thoses who throw trash out the window).
Last edited by willowbilly3; Dec 23, 2003 at 08:56 PM.
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From: Illinois
why do you people feel the need to retaliate the way you do over a measly cigarette? i dont want to argue, but i feel its stupid to go those lengths where you could possibly hurt someone by cutting them off or throwing m80s at them. thats insane.
i admit that i smoke. i keep it to a minimum though. im not irresponsible about it either, i make sure not to do it around someone who doesnt like it. you wouldnt know my trucks been smoked in either, i gurantee it. i always have the windows down no matter how cold it is when i do it.
i agree that smoking isnt a good thing. but thats a persons choice. people should be able to make there own choices even if they arent good ones and they shouldnt be singled out and be attacked in some way for that.
-just my opinion
i admit that i smoke. i keep it to a minimum though. im not irresponsible about it either, i make sure not to do it around someone who doesnt like it. you wouldnt know my trucks been smoked in either, i gurantee it. i always have the windows down no matter how cold it is when i do it.
i agree that smoking isnt a good thing. but thats a persons choice. people should be able to make there own choices even if they arent good ones and they shouldnt be singled out and be attacked in some way for that.
-just my opinion
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From: northern ca
Originally posted by 3broncocrazy
h/j.....
Ever kissed a girl who smoked.........yuk like lickin the bottom of a ash tray
h/j.....
Ever kissed a girl who smoked.........yuk like lickin the bottom of a ash tray
long story short, I'd rather kiss a girl who smokes than the ashtray anyday
really do prefer nonsmokers though
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From: Eastern, NC
Originally posted by 99xlt4.04x4
Every action has an equal and opposite reaction, so yeah i guess its ok for me to slam on the brakes in front of him. NC has a law that if you rear-end someone you automatically get the ticket. I guess smokers should think about that (not all smokers, only thoses who throw trash out the window).
Every action has an equal and opposite reaction, so yeah i guess its ok for me to slam on the brakes in front of him. NC has a law that if you rear-end someone you automatically get the ticket. I guess smokers should think about that (not all smokers, only thoses who throw trash out the window).
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From: Black Hills of SD
Well those of you that never smoked don't understand that most of us would rather quit. We just happen to be hooked on the most addictive drug ever introduced to mankind. Most smokers will tell you they have tried the gum, tried the patches or even tried cold turkey. I have quit dozens of times, even for several weeks, but just can't get over the hump.
And while we are on the subject, what happened to all the settlement money? Of all the millions that every state got you would have thought they might apply it to the wound and offer some help to the smoker, since the money came from us anyway. But no, they buy a few anti-smoking ads on tv and dump the rest in the general fund and use it for something else. Of course with the amount of tax revenue they get from ciggys, they really don't want people to stop anyway. At least half of the cost of a pack is taxes and this is a huge cash cow they can always put the squeeze on without public outcry. Their justification is that we can quite, well hey, no we can't or most of us would
And while we are on the subject, what happened to all the settlement money? Of all the millions that every state got you would have thought they might apply it to the wound and offer some help to the smoker, since the money came from us anyway. But no, they buy a few anti-smoking ads on tv and dump the rest in the general fund and use it for something else. Of course with the amount of tax revenue they get from ciggys, they really don't want people to stop anyway. At least half of the cost of a pack is taxes and this is a huge cash cow they can always put the squeeze on without public outcry. Their justification is that we can quite, well hey, no we can't or most of us would
Last edited by willowbilly3; Dec 24, 2003 at 01:34 AM.
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From: Kalispell, Mt.
I smoke like an old steam engine, but it irritates me to great end to see someone emptying an ashtray anywhere other than the trash can or fireplace.
Bottom line is though, that a lot of people just don't give a dang.
Bottom line is though, that a lot of people just don't give a dang.
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