We booked the class in January and the first date available was a 12 hour class on April 27. The class was packed. I am grateful to Mark at Elite Handgun Academy. He made a long class fun and informative. Before class started, there was a list of guns for purchase and I spent some time perusing over what would be my future gun.
The material was interesting and I never got bored, but as the day wore on, I wanted a gun less and less. As a matter of fact, I began to dread the idea of going to the range and shooting at a human looking target. Now don't get me wrong, I can shoot. My family has a farm, so I know my way around a shotgun. I have no problem shooting a snake. In my opinion, the only good snake is a dead snake, but I digress.
Once at the range, I was scared. I realized I don't like the thought of ever aiming a gun at a human being, even a paper rendition. During the qualifying test, I found myself shaking a bit and having to stop and take some deep breaths. I got through it and passed! If my family or myself were in a life threatening situation, no problem. I pray that never happens.
My take away? Guns are scary. I think everyone should get their CHL. I now know all about gun safety and can defend myself and family if ever necessary. This is the year of stepping through my fear. I stepped to my edge and jumped. I survived.
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