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My mom started smoking when she was 11. She went to the hill next door to try her first cigarette. She set the entire hi
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"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"

- Loni Anderson

About this Quote

This quote speaks to the power of dependency and the lengths people will go to in order to satisfy their yearnings. It likewise speaks to the recklessness of youth and the lack of understanding of the consequences of their actions. The quote indicates that the mother was so desperate to attempt her first cigarette that she wanted to risk setting a hill on fire. This talks to the power of dependency and how it can take control of an individual's life. It likewise speaks to the risks of smoking cigarettes and how it can have major consequences. The quote likewise speaks with the value of teaching kids about the risks of smoking and the value of making responsible decisions.

About the Author

USA Flag This quote is written / told by Loni Anderson somewhere between August 5, 1946 and today. She was a famous Actress from USA. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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