Are joining me or just watching me enjoy my nightly ritual of smoking a cigarette before or after my bed time shower or bath?

I pull out a cigarette and light it, feeling the familiar warmth of the flame against my fingers. I know I'll have to go to bed soon, but for now, I'm content to just be here. To savor this moment of peace before the night takes over.

As I inhale the smoke, I can feel the stress of the day melting away.

As I take another drag, I feel the tension in my body start to ease. The nicotine courses through my veins, calming me, grounding me.