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Blowing smoke rings as a teen was pretty cool. Of course, that was before I understood the implications and health issues -- and that I wasn't invincible -- and quit smoking cigs in my late 20s.
This Sumatran toddler may not have the benefit of maturity to open his eyes to the dangers. Hell, at 40 cigarettes a day, he might not get a chance to blow smoke rings as a rebellious 16-year-old.
The government has tried to help, even offering the parents a car if they get the kid to quit.
His parents say the toddler gets too angry without cigs. And that he looks fine. Yes, fine!
http://gawker.com/5548199/two+pack+a+day-smoking-baby-totally-cooler-than-you