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I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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Cubicle Life, The Cubicle Chick Don't · August 5, 2010

Call It Discrimination But I Can’t Tolerate Smoking


I am not a smoker.

Okay, now that I got that over with, let’s get to the point of this whole blog post. As you may already know, I am not one to use my blog to complain and moan about things—that is just not me. I like to inform people and share information. But lately, I have grown weary of smokers in public, that is to say that I am tired of breathing in second hand smoke. It has gotten to the point that the last few nighttime outings that I participated in were not fun ones because of smokers. It seems everywhere I go, there is a smoker lurking somewhere breathing out their air filled venom in which my poor lungs take in.

I am not amused.

I don’t have anything against smokers. I am not the type of person who will go up to someone smoking and verbally let them know my dissatisfaction. But there is nothing cool or sexy about smoking. It makes your breath stink, your clothes smell, and gives you lung cancer. Smoking is just not fabulous at all. And yes, that is my opinion.

Here in St. Louis, there is not a ban on smoking in restaurants. So people may go to a restaurant or club and sit in the “smoking section” which is usually right across from the “no smoking section” which is why my lungs are not happy. Many large cities have a smoking ban indoors period, but St. Louis is still lagging behind in that area.

Then there are the times when I am outside on the patio enjoying a good dinner when someone at the next table is smoking with their back behind me and the smoke is just getting everywhere—in my hair, food, etc. They look at me and I look at them and scowl in disgust and they smile, as if they have no idea that I am not happy that they are smoking. At one recent event, my friend and I were sitting at a table outside and the woman next to us continued to chain smoke cigarette after cigarette throughout our whole meal. We were sitting there first but she didn’t care. And didn’t even bother to ask that pesky question, “Is this smoke bothering you?”

I wish there was an island at every event that smokers could go to which was sealed of and cordoned so I would not have to deal with this foolishness.

So that is my rant and I am sticking to it. Call it discrimination if you want, but I cannot tolerate cigarette smoke.

What is your take? Are you a smoker who thinks I should just “get a life?” Or do you agree with me? Has smoking cramped your style at parties and events? Comment please and let me know your opinion.


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Comments

  1. Chanelle says

    August 5, 2010 at 10:02 am

    I'm with you!! I've often gone out and been the only non-smoker in the group only to be left at the table by myself for what seems like an eternity while everyone goes out to smoke.

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      August 5, 2010 at 1:04 pm

      And let’s not talk about the employees at work who take endless smoke breaks while you are working your butt off. I started taking mini breaks as well even though I don’t smoke because of the principle.

      Reply
  2. Leslie says

    August 5, 2010 at 11:48 am

    I have been absolutely spoiled that since I left Missouri, the three states I've lived in all have smoking bans in restaurants. When I was in STL a few weeks ago, we ate at Houlihan's in Union Station. Like you described, we were in "non-smoking" but directly adjacent to the bar. Some inconsiderate idiot was smoking a CIGAR and blowing it our direction. Mom, hubby and I put our shirts over our noses and mouths while my dad stared a hole through the guy. He finally put it out. Jerk.

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      August 5, 2010 at 1:03 pm

      St. Louis needs to get with the times, really. You are not the first person who has mentioned that they hate going out to dinner here in Missouri. SMH.

      Reply
  3. tkharmonic says

    August 5, 2010 at 3:50 pm

    I live in Charlotte, NC. We are pretty much right on the SC border. NC has a smoking ban, but SC does not. People here who really want to smoke in clubs/restaurants go to SC. There have been articles in the paper about how much of an increase the SC border businesses have had since the ban was established in NC. I think private clubs that require membership are exempt from the ban.

    Ideally people should not smoke, it is a public health hazard as well as an individual health hazard, and it is a fire safety issue as well. That said, I do believe people who chose to smoke should be allowed to do so on their own property. Also, it's reasonable to expect smoker's to be able to go the time of a typical restaurant visit without smoking.

    Reply
  4. Hannah says

    August 6, 2010 at 12:41 am

    Totally with you but you'll be happy to know that St. Louis passed a smoking ban in all public places in the city and county that takes place on January 2. http://www.smokefreestl.org/

    I like that it's in the winter so if people want to smoke they have to suffer outside!

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      August 5, 2010 at 8:52 pm

      I will be so glad when that goes into effect, Hannah! I for one will not miss the smoke! Thanks for the clarification.

      Reply
  5. IvyLeBon says

    August 6, 2010 at 5:01 pm

    I am a smoker New Orleans. I can relate to you as I hate other people's smoke being blown directly in my face but I totally disagree with you when it comes to clubbing or parties. People who go out to bars or clubs should expect a certain amount of smoke in the air. Drinking and smoking go hand in hand for me and I'm sure this is true for many others. I respect non-smokers, but if I'm outside or within the smoker's section of a certain place and you give me the side eye, I will gladly tell you to suck it.

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When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday
To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement fro To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement from me to you for Love Day. ❤️❤️❤️ #valentines #valentinesday #love
Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT
We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from 2013. Strike a pose, the remix.
Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally be Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally been able to get a staycation on the calendar. Having fun with these ladies!
Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school i Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school in Jacksonville, and I had 3 different hairstyles going on at the same time.  #FBF #backintheday
So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of thi So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of this year’s @shesaidstlouis  on Friday, March 10th at The Sheldon. We’ll be sharing our stories monologue style, and it’s going to be a good time. If you’d like to get tickets, hit me up! A portion of the proceeds will go to @rungforwomen. 👍🏾
February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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