We live in a crazy world and everyone should be able to protect & defend themselves. But, not everyone thinks they have what it takes to be comfortable with firearms. I was 8yo when I pulled a trigger for the first time. I don’t even recall what it was that I was firing, and although the kickback nearly jettisoned it from my hands, the feeling was exhilarating. I was more than excited and couldn’t wait to do it again. Each time, a little less fearful and more confident. Working on, and finding a stance that felt comfortable…elbows locked to negate the powerful recoil. I was becoming increasingly more comfortable with a gun in my hand than being in my own skin (but, that is an entirely different subject, lol). All the women in my family are ‘gun friendly’…my mom, aunts, cousins, etc. My grandfather & uncle are the ‘gun nuts’ and thought learning how to shoot was the next practical step after walking.
No doubt it is a scary proposition to draw and possibly shoot another person. But, anymore, it is something that everyone should consider. Especially with the increasing amount of independent, free-thinking women and transgender women in our world that must deal with continued ‘third class citizen’ thinking (also, a subject for future consideration) and are susceptible to men who prey on what they believe are the weak. I have never had to draw on someone before, although a few times I have ‘shown’ just where I stand during situations that had escalated to a physical nature. Only one of those instances were directly related to me, the others were with other, at the time non-carry friends. All of which now carry.
I am a staunch advocate for all women & transgender to carry. As we move forward in an ever increasingly progressive world, somehow the need to protect one’s self is also ever increasing.
To this day, having my hands wrapped around a strong, heavy piece…knowing that I am in control of it, that my hands will determine if, and when, it will fire off is still totally exhilarating. And…yes, I’m still speaking about guns, although it does make me think of something else (but again, that is material for another day!!)
Hoping you have a firm but relaxed grip, and when you're ready, take a deep breath & keep squeezing until you are totally and completely empty.
Jules
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1:30 pm Sunday, 16th April, 2017
You're an intelligent young lady, that's the most impressive thing about you. I support people's right to carry a firearm, but I do support sensible control. I really enjoyed your personal story about your gun experience. Brains and beauty you're the total package. |
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7:21 pm Wednesday, 27th December, 2017
Really like your style of writing.. Well done.. love the humour as well.. as a retired police officer I share your experiences with firearms. as a forensic specialist I have become a firearms expert... anyway, have you written anything else besides these blogs.. is there any where else i can go read more of your work, and more importantly talk with you. Cheers Bill |
