Hey MichaelJames,
Lot of similarities in our situation. I'm a type one diabetic (also asthmatic). I started smoking again last month after a long time off. I have two young kids who need me around, so I know I must quit.
Interestingly, my first and middle names are Michael James as well. Anyway, I keep saying each cigarette is my last, but an hour or so later, I want another one. My wife is supportive, but doesn't mind that I'm smoking again.
I'm going to set my quit date for November 1 as well. In the meantime I'm going to try to cut down each day. 10 today...8 tomorrow...Good luck and hope to see you post again soon.
Mike