Girls and Guns
I know a lot of women are probably too scared of guns to learn how to use them. I admit, it can be a little intimidating at first. They are loud, potentially dangerous, and just might knock you flat on your rear! But I want to encourage all you ladies out there to give it a shot (ha! pun intended)! There are lots of different styles of guns out there, you just gotta find the right fit for you.
When I turned 16, my dad gave me a 20 gauge shot gun. I was actually very excited about it, and eager to learn to shoot. We’d practiced with the local high school, shooting skeet on the weekends. For those who don’t know, skeet, or “clays” are round clay disks that are flung into the air for you to shoot at. I enjoyed it immensely… especially when I put the boys to shame!
There is something incredibly empowering about knowing how to handle a gun. Having the confidence to know that I can defend myself, and my children, if I am ever alone in a dangerous situation is a peace I cannot explain. I may be a petite little thing, but when I’ve got my gun loaded and ready, this is 110 pounds of girl you do not want to mess with!
So ladies, if you don’t know how to shoot, or you’ve never handled a gun, I challenge you to find somebody you know who does have one, or rent one, and get yourself on a range. Learn to shoot. Learn to be comfortable with a gun. And then keep one in a safe place in your home. Owning one that you can handle might just save your life.
Do you own a gun? Do you know how to shoot? If not, what is holding you back?
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Love that you’re wearing a pretty dress in this pic!
Yep, I know how to shoot, and so do my children.
Denise,
LOL! I know!! Actually, I didn’t know we’d be shooting. We had a birthday party/family get together over the weekend, and my uncle thought it would be fun to bring his guns and some skeet to shoot. I couldn’t miss out on the fun… dress or no dress!!
I couldn’t agree more Kendra! I learned to shoot at 7
Great picture!!! You can even see the spent shell flying through the air!!!!
We have a shotgun, and a 22, and a 257, and a 300, and a couple pellet guns. All we’re missing is a pistol!
But we hunt so that’s why we have all those.
Debbie,
LOL, I thought that was cool too
I wondered if anyone would notice that!
The dress and shotgun just prove your complete dedication to your Husband, Fashion, Prepping and Homesteading.
I think this picture is a win.
Thanks, Richard
I think this post is awesome! I got a bb gun for Christmas as a kid after much pleading, I have always loved to shoot. Then I joined the Marine Corps and got proper technique training and qualified as an Expert (highest) all but once when I needed new glasses Lol. I couldn’t even see the numbers under the targets, may have been helping someone out beside me?? My husband is way into guns, more than I ever thought of being. We have semi-auto pistols, rifles, shotguns and the newest one is a revolver called Public Defender that I haven’t made time to go out and shoot yet. My hubby tells me it’s awesome, a .410 that fits in your purse
Sweet!!
I can’t understand why anyone would advocate taking and restricting guns. I hope the American spirit stays strong and I wish every single home had at least one gun just because. Gun control is hitting the target! Period!
Btw, that is a great pic
I had a .22 but we ended up selling it because we were having a rough month. My husband has a desert eagle. I have not shot that one yet but I did learn how to shoot a .45 and of course my .22. I plan on getting another one very soon.
My hubby has a couple of pistols, but I wish we had at least one shotgun. I don’t feel comfortable handling a gun (yet) for all the reasons you mentioned. Guns have always made me nervous; however, as I’ve gotten older and have had children, I don’t want to be defenseless if, God forbid, something happened. I’m planning on taking a NRA-certified gun safety class and will perhaps get my conceal carry because I wanted to learn how to defend myself and my children, just like you have said.
My dad gave my brother one of his guns and wants to give me one, too (being equal? not sure, but I appreciate it). It’s a .45 and he says he wants to be sure I can handle it before he gives it to me. lol.
So, yeah, here in West Virginia, we cling to our religion and guns. But I’m not sure why that’s a bad thing.
Everyone I know only has guns to hunt (and yes, we eat the venison) or for home/self defense.
Steph, my dad has a shirt that says, “Gun Control is using both hands.”
Aimee, that is too cool. I’ll have to get one of those
Go Kendra
Right there with you! I want that dress, lol 
Way to go girl!!! I love it when a girl picks up a gun. I too was scared of guns and still prefer the quiet .22 revolver.
I think every person should know how to shoot and handle a gun. Even if you never use it, having the knowledge is priceless. You never know when you might come across a situtation that requires you to handle one and you should at least know what to expect when you do. It’s not just a matter of protection, it may be a matter of getting something to eat in the wild.
I grew up shooting cans in the gravel bed with my brother when we were kids. No, our parents weren’t right there, either. I have a shotgun and my pistol permit. Every woman should know how to shoot a gun.
My dad was a fire arms instructor when I was growing up in Colorado. I was probably 12 or 13 when he taught me how to shoot. When I was 15 I got my hunter’s safety card. I have no idea how many guns we had (and my dad has only added to the collection). I’ve never been hunting with him, but some of my siblings have. One of my sisters even got a deer in high school! (I loved your comment Aimee…they are living in West Virginia now.)
Up until two months ago, I lived with a roommate who had a concealed weapons permit and a rifle in our condo. Now that I moved out, I don’t have access to her gun anymore. I never thought about it until I read your post, but I should probably call my dad and talk to him about getting something for my home. As a single woman living alone, it wouldn’t be a bad idea…
Kendra, you bring a spot of much needed glamour to 12 bore. I wish you could shoot some pheasant with us here. Some of the chaps I shoot with are just plain ugly.
“My hubby has a couple of pistols, but I wish we had at least one shotgun.”
Does he know this? Methinks you wouldn’t have to twist his arm too much to appease you
Wow – I’ve always wanted to learn how to fire a gun. Not just for protection, but for hunting in case myself or my family were ever in a situation where we needed to get our own food.
I think the only thing holding me back is the cost. I’m afraid they’re expensive to purchase – and then there’s the cost of the gun safety/instruction classes. I’m on a really tight budget right now and fear that I cannot afford one right now.
The other obstacle is that the apartment building my mom and I live in will not allow firearms in the building. So I do not want to violate my lease. However, when we get our own home, I will likely look into seriously purchasing a gun – either a rifle or a handgun. It’ll give me time to save up for it too.
TeeJay,
Your apartments won’t allow firearms?? Isn’t that like a 2nd Amendment violation? I would totally challenge that. That’s not right. Secondly, you can get a used gun for a reasonable price. And you don’t have to take gun safety classes unless you just want to. If you know anybody who has some land, maybe you could practice there.
Hi, Kendra.
I love your blog. Especially now that I’ve found your gun interest. I grew up with guns in the house, and shot some skeet as a teenager, but mostly, I was afraid to touch a firearm. And my husband grew up in a liberal anti-gun household. Three years ago, my Dad took me to a concealed-weapons-permit class. He was getting his permit and thought to bring me along. I had a BLAST!
But my husband was turned off. Imagine my surprise when a couple of years ago (he loves to research current events online) he began talking about food storage and guns and ammo. I was thrilled! I’d been begging for a Glock 19 ever since I shot one at the class. We both got our CWP’s, I got my 19, and he got a Glock 17 (refurbished ex-wildlife officer weapon). I also requested a Shotgun, and we settled on the very nice and affordable Maverick 20 gauge (at WalMart). And for our anniversary, he surprised me with a .223 AR-15.
Unfortunately for our budget, I’ve become something of a gun-collector. I want a .22 pistol and a larger hunting rifle!
A note about the cost- with inflation going the way it is right now, we believe that buying guns and ammo is actually “converting” our cash (which is losing value) into something that will hold its value. If only I could stockpile gasoline!
Lainie,
A girl after my own heart!! That’s so awesome. I’m thrilled for you to hear that your husband has come around. And especially that you see the value in collecting guns/ammo for the future. Definitely a wise investment with the way things are going in our economy and country in general. I wish we could afford to buy several different firearms like that. Something for the birthday wish list for sure!!
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