tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8604080738678475033.post7297357805020363812..comments2023-07-28T09:40:38.679-04:00Comments on Messy Wife, Blessed Life: Let's Talk GunsMandi Richardshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14641577291206420549noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8604080738678475033.post-26418532698580603282013-03-01T23:16:22.620-05:002013-03-01T23:16:22.620-05:00I think that might be what I would have to do. I w...I think that might be what I would have to do. I was told I need to wait until after I have this baby because the lead exposure at ranges isn't safe for preggos. Do you have any advice about getting over the fear of just being at a range?Jenna @ Call Her Happyhttp://www.callherhappy.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8604080738678475033.post-73223083098777049612013-02-28T22:54:25.539-05:002013-02-28T22:54:25.539-05:00Jenna, if you've never shot a gun, I would sug...Jenna, if you've never shot a gun, I would suggest that you and your husband go to a shooting range, rent some and try it out (or take a class like I did, the instructor had guns he rented out for the class). By learning more about guns and the safety measures you can take, you might find yourself much more confident about being a gun owner. The more time you spend with guns and with gun experts, the more you'll realize that guns are as safe as YOU make them. You might actually realize that you think shooting is fun! If you want to talk more, Jenna, email me!Mandi@Messy Wife, Blessed Lifehttp://www.messywife.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8604080738678475033.post-63883709901352452982013-02-28T22:01:49.671-05:002013-02-28T22:01:49.671-05:00You might be the perfect person to talk to about t...You might be the perfect person to talk to about this. I did not grow up in a gun family. I've never fired one. And up until I met my husband, I had never seen a gun in person. So, it's probably easy to understand why I am frightened of them. I have never been taught about them, and all I can imagine is a horrible accident if we had one in our house.<br /><br /><br />My husband on the other hand grew up with guns. He learned safety, respect and all of the other precautions that are needed. He is not afraid, but has the same viewpoint as you.<br /><br /><br />With recent events and debates happening in our society, my husband and I have been talking about the possibility of buying a gun. I told him that I was open to the idea; I very much support a person's rights to own and carry a gun. I think that more trained citizens is a pretty good idea, actually.<br /><br /><br />But, I cannot get over my fears of these tools/weapons. Do you have any advice for me? Should we not get one because I cannot get over it? Is this something I should overcome? Any other thoughts?Jenna @ Call Her Happyhttp://www.callherhappy.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8604080738678475033.post-18514123382618480222013-02-28T19:13:58.624-05:002013-02-28T19:13:58.624-05:00As a wife of a gunsmith and kung fu instructor we ...As a wife of a gunsmith and kung fu instructor we are pretty big on personal safety and protection. I love that you took this class and had a good time. You have the right attitude and reasons towards gun ownership. I feel the same way. I too grew up like you and loved taking the same class as an adult. Shooting is now an enjoyable hobby of ours. Thanks for posting about your experience. Hopefully it encourages others to be responsible and respectable to those who choose to have guns.Amy Enloenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8604080738678475033.post-44141330857016372762013-02-28T13:18:29.021-05:002013-02-28T13:18:29.021-05:00Interesting post, thanks for sharing your experien...Interesting post, thanks for sharing your experience. As my husband says, "gun control is good- keep both eyes open, and use both hands!" (lol)Elizabeth @SparkandFlamenoreply@blogger.com