DevilDriver

Hmmm...according to some statistics on Wikipedia, there are a few examples (Washington, D.C., Hawaii, New Jersey) that show a fairly strong correlation between an increase in gun control and an increase in gun-related crimes, although this was reported by a conservative (read: gun supporters) think tank. So I don't know what to think. Maybe we're just nicer up here?

Hmmm, I just saw a report from the DoJ that says: "A fifth of the victims defending themselves with a firearm suffered an injury, compared to almost half of those who defended themselves with weapons other than a firearm or who had no weapon." So although that seems counter-intuitive to me, I guess I will have to retract my thoughts on escalation.

I know it's an uphill battle because there are some big gun people here. The only thing I can do is speak from experience. I enjoy shooting guns at a range or out at the farm. It's not a bad hobby. But this notion of protection scares me. You made a mention of illegal guns being used for crime. Where do these illegal guns come from? I assume that these are guns stolen from people who own the guns legally and then sold on a black market...and if that is the source, then I don't see how allowing more people to buy and own guns makes things any safer. I know here in Canada that a large portion of seized guns used in crimes are smuggled illegally into Canada from the US. I can't remember the statistics off the top of my head, but they were staggering. Our gun laws are much tougher, thus making it harder for anyone to get their hands on a gun and the gun-related crimes per capita show it. It's a numbers game...the more guns you put out there, the more guns that are put into the wrong hands. Keep in mind that an extremely diverse group of people can go buy a gun very easily legally in the US, whether they are of a sane mind or not. And once they have the gun, what stops them from using it for whatever they want to aside from the law? You with your gun? Is that safe? Second concern...escalation. I've used this example before and maybe it's flawed...but let's suppose someone breaks into my house intending to rob me. They have a gun, intending to keep me under control. But I surprise them with a gun of my own...and they shoot me. The answer shouldn't be putting a gun in my hands...it should be working harder to keep the gun out of the other person's hands. Third concern...if you are in such a position that it is necessary to carry a concealed weapon to feel safe, I have to wonder why anyone would want to live there. Now, as far as rights and constitutions go...yeah, it's in the constitution, but gay marriage is also outlawed and I don't agree with that either. Although I'm sure there are others here who do agree with it.

What do you need to carry a concealed weapon for?

I have been listening to M.I.A. - Paper Planes way too much lately. Pineapple Express should be a good movie.

~28 mm.

I would put that in the excessively bad category, but I suppose I just have a different outlook than most. I haven't dated in a very long time, either. But to me, I would just ask her if she'd like a drink and start a conversation without being too aggressive (ie. coming when you finger them). Might work, though. There are a lot of women out there who enjoy that type of talk, too. I guess the only way to tell is to just go for it.

MSRP is $1699. If you buy used or NIB from someone, you're probably looking at $700-$800. Dunno what you would pay over the phone, if you can reach anyone.

WYWH really is the absolute greatest album I have ever listened to.

Winding the night down (maybe back up again?) with some Floyd.

Fish out of water!

I haven't done anything all week but party....haven't been home since Monday. Feel worn but satisfied.

Paging Captain Mean Ass. Paging Captain Mean Ass.

There's a tech team?

I know...can't shut my fucking mouth.

Some people may not like that there... Should post it on SoundGround then.

I'll take the cold over the heat, thanks. Best of both worlds here in Canuckistan, although I'd rather be in the mountains.

Please sort by SPLzzz.

Two months...weird. Trying to decide between hamburgers or grilled cheese sandwiches. I really do love a good grilled cheese sandwich....

Should post this on CCA. Good sign that you haven't had any thermal problems with it yet.

Sounds like a good time. Vids or ban.

My foot is asleep and damn irritating.

I had one out at the family farm almost two months ago. It was great.

I like reading old posts of mine so I can get an idea of how not to explain something the next time...lol.

A nap is a good idea, though.