The question was asked of me, When replying with a 'Quote', why dont i have the option for smileys and attachments?
Well for anyone haveing the same issue, its a simple fix.
At the bottom of every thread there is a 'Quick Reply' box. You simply need to minimise that box, this way every reply you make will be made in the FULL style message window..
Hopefully the following images will clear this up for you.