Quote by Loni Anderson

My mom started smoking when she was 11. She went to the hill next door to try her first cigarette. She set the entire hill on fire, but it didn't deter her.

My mom started smoking when she was 11. She went to the hill

Summary

This quote illustrates how addiction can overpower one's ability to recognize and prioritize the consequences of their actions. Despite unintentionally setting a hill on fire during her first encounter with cigarettes, the narrator's mother's addiction to smoking persisted, suggesting the strength of her dependency. It highlights the profoundly challenging nature of breaking free from addiction, even in the face of potentially destructive outcomes.

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By Loni Anderson

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