Interesting saying which I poached from another site-

You may not believe in guns and thats your right in this country. You may not believe in God and that is your choice. However, if an armed robber breaks into your home the first thing you will do is call someone who has a gun and pray they get there in time.

-- Elizabeth (ekfla@aol.com), October 14, 2001

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Response to Guns and Prayer

Guns are the great equalizer - what else puts a 110 lb. woman on the same level, with respect to self defense, as a 250 lb. Hell's Angel?

-- gita (gschmitz@directcon.net), October 14, 2001.

I am a handicapped 59-year-old grandma who is alone a lot. I also have a fully loaded 9 millimeter pistol handy at all times. If hubby is gone and someone breaks into my home, they aren't looking for a cup of coffee! I will shoot to kill!

-- Ardie/WI (ardie54965@hotmail.com), October 14, 2001.

My niece is just starting a new school in a tough neighbourhood and I am wondering what protection she should have. Does a concealed pistol do anything useful if the bad boys can't see it? How about something obvious like a long barrel Colt worn in a holster belt? Or would a semi-auto shotgun be the best for her? I am a bit dubious of a full sized assault rifle as she is only 5 and quite small for her age.

-- john hill (john@cnd.co.nz), October 14, 2001.

how about homeschool for the little girl, if your that worried about it

-- stan (sopal@net-port.com), October 14, 2001.

LOL!!!........well done, John :)

-- Earthmama (earthmama48@yahoo.com), October 14, 2001.

That would be Lower Hutt, would it, John? If so, then I understand your concern: the axe murder capital of the world.

-- Don Armstrong (darmst@yahoo.com.au), October 14, 2001.

No Don I don't live near Lower Hutt!

-- john hill (john@cnd.co.nz), October 14, 2001.

John, a five-year-old is much too young for an assault weapon, or a gun of any kind!!!

A lightweight (modern plastic) crossbow is a much better choice.

(btw, folks, I own guns....no need to flame me for this wee attempt at humor, thanks...)

-- sheepish (WA) (the_original_sheepish@hotmail.com), October 14, 2001.

How exactly does one go about buying a gun? Could I just go to a gun show and pick one up, or would I have to get some sort of permit?

I know nothing about guns. What sort of a gun would a woman want for protection when the hubby is away? Where do you get ammunition?

I thought the dog we got this summer would help allay my fears, but she'd probably be under the bed before me!!

-- Sharon/WI (pinnow@inwave.com), October 15, 2001.

Just an added thought. I don't remember where it came from or anything but there was a story about someone breaking into a house and beating/killing a family member. Another family member, for safetys sake had a gun locked somewhere and the bullets locked somewhere else. By the time he/she got the gun out and got the bullets out, a murder had been committed and the murder long gone. I have lots of guns and if anyone comes to my house, I tell them that all the guns that they see are loaded. Just leave them alone and if they have kids, make sure that the kids don't touch a gun. No one will be shot with a gun that they thought was not loaded. I'm a retired Army sergeant and am quite familiar with guns but I think this would apply to most anyone. Why have a gun if it's going to take 45 minutes to get it in working order. I believe it is very important to know when not to fire a gun. I believe that a person should use the weapon only if someone's life is in danger. If someone grabs your TV and runs, just let them go. It's not worth it to maybe kill someone unless your life is at stake. Eagle

-- eagle (eagle@alpha1.net), October 16, 2001.

For Sharron/WI I have been shooting guns since I was 9 years old. If you are really interested in getting and learning to shoot a gun, congrats!! Shooting is a fun sport, and the ability to protect yourself and your loved ones is a basic human right. I do not know the laws in your state, but I suggest you visit a gun shop, and do not buy your first gun at a gun show. You need instruction on the handling and safety of the weapon you choose. There are advantages and disadvantages to weigh to decide if you want a handgun or long gun. You own circumstances will determine which you choose. Many gun shops even have female instructors. If you go into a gun shop, and are made to feel uncomfortable, find another one. Also, do not forget to become an active supporter of our second amendment rights. There are several pro-gun groups that will help keep you informed on gun related issues. NRA, GOA, SAS, are just a few. If there are any other questions you have, feel free to email me!

-- Phyllis (tmblweed@wtrt.net), October 16, 2001.

LEARN TO USE IT. DONT KEEP IT HIDDEN SOMEWHERE AND WAIT TILL YOUR LIFE IS IN DANGER. LIKE I SAID BEFORE. LEARN TO USE IT. AFTER YOU LEARN. PRACTICE,PRACTICE,PRACTICE. KEEP YOUR SKILLS SHARP. AND JOHN, UNLESS YOU THE ONE RAISING YOUR NIECE,DONT WORRY ABOUT IT. I'M SURE BY THE TIME SHE'S 6 SHE WILL THANK YOU FOR IT.

-- cody banister (urbusted@alltel.net), October 20, 2001.