Thanks so much y'all for your responses! It's good to know that so many people have had positive experiences with family members who smoke. For the time being I'm not going to, but that's simply because I'm breastfeeding and have read conflicting data on if the amount of THC in the milk is significant. I'd rather be safe than sorry, ya know?

(On the other hand, after being cut open like an animal, a joint sure sounds good - anyone here who's had abdominal surgery will know my pain. I've always found MJ to be far more effective at managing pain than perscriptin drugs.)

I'm not concerned about MJ being a gateway drug or anything of that nature. I just was currious about it's effects on familial relationships, and y'all have been too kind in helping me out.

Thanks again!

~Liz