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Happy birthday to me, 70 today, and for my present, knee surgery tomorrow. You just can't beat it, I am a blessed man. Threes score and 10. Who would have thought it!

I don't like the caliber and did not like the one I had in Vietnam. The platform is just O K to me but I would need one in a better caliber. I do have a last generation Ruger mini 14 Ranch Gun just to play with. If I got one it would be in 308, or 6.5 Creedmoor. Just don't like the 556 or 223 calibers, however who want to sell the farm to purchase one (too expensive).

I gave my 20 ga Mossberg mdl 500 youth mdl home defender to my grandson to rabbit, bird, and squirrel hunt with. It had the 18 1/2 brl. I ordered a 26" brl and 3 choke tubes for it yesterday. The brl was on sale for 175.00 and the choke tubes were 22.00 each. His dad and he hunts on a friends farm around Mt Pleasant South Carolina. He has shot cotton tail, swamp rabbit, and squirrel with the gun so far. He loves to hunt and spend time with his dad. I still remember going hunting, with my dad, around Mt Sterling and Camargo KY when we lived in the Blue Grass State. That is where I was born and lived until I took my senior trip(Vietnam in 67-68). Tet in 68 was lively. Still having many problems from my visit there. My grandson Parker is a hunter at heart. He always want to shoot guns when he comes to visit. Really likes it and is a fair shot for a boy of 9. I started hunting myself when I was 8. I am glad his dad takes time to take him hunting and fishing. Those are memories he will remember for life. I know I sure have. I could have added a few dollars to the cost, and purchased a new one, but he has a versatile gun that will last him for life. Just maybe they won't ban it, in his lifetime, however it holds 6 rounds without the plug. The shot gun was brand new except I did pattern it a couple of times with some different ammo. I used it for a house gun. Still got its big brother the 12 ga.

My prediction is they are going to change the nix system to include a way for all to report any type of depression, which the Dr I saw on T V called it mental illness, into the system. Plus I believe they will make all guns sales, even private sales or giveaways, go through the nix check system this time. That is one reason I am thinning my collection now. The other reason is I am "fastilly" becoming an old codger. I don't want any crazy to be able to purchase a gun, but agree with Farnam. Farnam said older society's used this avenue to get around the gun laws to disarm their populas.

Saw a evening news cast (CBS) that reported the story that now Doctors want to start screening young school children for depression. Of course you do know where that is headed. That question HAVE YOU EVER HAD MENTAL PROBLEMS on that form? Possibly, they will report any depression of children to the gun registry as having mental illness, which the Dr. stated depression was. Guess what will happen when they go to purchase a gun down the road? Better not allow them to check your child. They talked about children from 10 years old and onward. I am getting ready for knee surgery next Monday. A Medicare case worker, for my Dr, called me today and she casually asked if I have had any depression lately. I have been asked that question by 5 different medical people in the last month. Guys, what is going on here?

I just purchased a MP 9C about 5 weeks ago. Like it better than all my Glocks because the Glocks have grips that are too large for my med sized hands. Consider the 2.0 9C a much better fit for me, plus the sights and grip stippling, grip angle, and size feels better in my hand. Is very accurate also, but will say I have not gotten accustomed tot he trigger yet. Have about 200 rounds through it. The feel of the trigger pull is much different than my usual EDC Revolver. I am trying to fit the 2.0 into my EDC routine. Been pocket carrying a Taurus mdl 617 7 shot revolver and am trying to carry the 2.0 in an OWB, with a cover garment for church, and an IWB Cross Breed tuckable for EDC. The last is not working so far.

Reading my Bible always lifts my spirit. Going to study it, with others, this morning. Doing what it says is the hardest. Participating in communion with Christ also this morning. My faith, and hope, is in Him. Good post.

Prayed for him this morning. God go with him. We try and raise them right, then give them to God. Pease for you and the family.

We traveled across the northern U S two years ago. We stopped at Whitefish Bay to view the Lighthouse and the Shipwreck Museum located there. They have the Ship's Bell off the Edmund Fitzgerald in that shipwreck museum. This video has been viewed over 28 million times. Amazing! Gordon Lightfoot, read an article, in Newsweek Magazine, about this ship and how it disappeared in Lake Superior. He told his friends the sailors deserved a song of remembrance for them. He sat down and wrote this song. It raised the hair on the back of my neck when I stood in front of the Ship's Bell and memorial to the big ship. I punched a button and this song started to play. I tell you it brought cold chills. They had a film and a narrator to answer questions. I asked her if Gordon Lightfoot ever visited that Museum. She said he comes just about every year, now, when the families of the Edmund Fitzgerald have a yearly reunion there. He is an Canadian Indian that lives across the border on the other side of Lake Superior. Has to be a good man to do this kind of thing. Hope the site works for you. https://www.google.com/search?source=hp&ei=DsV9WrSsN6rbjwTLjaCwAQ&q=youtube+wreck+of+the+edmund+fitzgerald&oq=u+tube+Wreck+of+the+edmund+fitsgerald&gs_l=psy-ab.1.0.0i13k1j0i8i13i30k1l2.10763.29649.0.46391.37.24.0.13.13.0.310.4291.0j18j5j1.24.0....0...1c.1.64.psy-ab..0.36.4706...0j0i131k1j0i10k1j0i8i13i10i30k1.0.lKEfVDSDl7M

wipfel, our Usher Team policy is not to go out of our building and approach, once we are locked inside. We are an unarmed team, and I only conceal carry for my own personal protection. Our leaders wants us to stick to the policy, and just observe. If this continues we will contact the Police, after we get some pictures of his car and tag. Our team focus is on safety of our church, locking entry doors, and keeping one person on observation while Bible class and worship services are going on.

Bersaguy, funny you mentioned going to the Mail box. I had a scary incident, about 3 years ago, while going to the mail box. Three druggies got between me and my house(100 yards from road) and I almost had to draw my pocket carried revolver on them. One of them told the other, who was bearing down on me, "Come on Bobby, it ain't worth getting shot over." By that time I had squared up and put my hand in my pocket and partially unholstered my EDC. In a commanding voice, I put my hand up and told the lead guy he had better stop and go back to his truck. His buddy stopped and the lead guy looked back and finally stopped, when he seen he had no backup. The 3rd guy was laughing hysterically, probably out of his mind on drugs, while sitting back in their ratty old truck. They went farther down the road and beat my neighbor, who was doing the same thing(mail box). My neighbor was legally blind, but had very little sight. He was 87 and his big thrill was walking and getting his mail. They beat the life out of him, and robbed him. He died 3 weeks later, and his son said he never really recovered from the beating he took. Going to the box can get one in serious trouble, sometimes. If I only had one gun it would be my Taurus mdl 617 7 shot 357/38 revolver. Easy to pocket carry, holds 7 rounds, and one can get ammo for it anywhere.

If he shows up again, this coming Sunday, we are going to attempt to get a picture of his plate. Leaders don't want to see unfriendly, in case it was someone trying to get courage to come in, to which I explained the guy has been doing this for a while now, and twice a weeks ago. They don't want us to seem overly aggressive so we will keep an eye out for the car. Thanks for the advice, and I agree with you guys, but we will follow their direction, for now.

I carried my new M P 2.0 to church, as my primary, and moved my 7 shot Taurus revolver to my weak side pocket. I used the Aker Belt Slide Holster and covered it with my sports coat. Rode fine and had no problems. Going to try the same rig under a light long tail jacket for tonight. I am still more comfortable with the 7 shot revolver, for now, but want the extra rounds(15) on board. Getting more accustomed to the 2.0 as it does not have the weight nor the recoil the 357 revolver has. Have had it out on several occasions and plan another this week. Wish the ground would dry so I could get in some serious movement. Just too wet as the ground has been frozen and we had over 1 inch of rain last evening. It is hard for an old dog to learn new tricks. I have always loved revolvers. Need to check out the new 8 shooters, but so far they all have been a little too large for concealed carry in church. Our church leadership has agreed to put signage on the back entrance doors, and it is already there, to alert late comers to go the main entrances to enter the building. Several have expressed agreement with their decision and want them doors locked to control someone entering in our classroom wing doors, which are a good 100 yards from the main entrances and auditorium. Our ushers now stays in the main lobby, even during Bible Classes, after locking the back doors. Now everyone who enters, after classes start, will be profiled by our ushers. I think that is a good thing. Our attendance is way up and we has several visitors today. We meet/greet every visitor, who enters the building, and talks with them. I believe that is a good thing, and it gives one a feel of the disposition of folks. We have had a man circle our parking lot almost every Sunday morning, after services start, for the past 6 weeks. I seen him circle 2 times this morning. We have a policy not to confront anyone, after entrance doors are locked, in the parking lot, but just to be a good witness. Don't know what this guy is doing, as he does not drop anyone off. Kinda bugs us, but we are keeping an eye out for the car. It is a fairly new auto. Puzzling! If it continues we may need to get Police to intercept him to find out what he is doing. What do you guys think? Any suggestions?

My wife conceal carries a Ruger LCR in 38 spl and her house gun is a S W Model 65 I purchased used for her. It is a 357 mag/38 spl and she keeps it loaded with 38 spl Cor Bon DPX. It is much heavier and has a 3" brl which makes it easier to shoot well. Good advice for her to go to a range and shoot several different guns before she purchases one. If you go the 22 LR way, IMO the 22 magnum is much better and is still lower recoil than the 9MM or 38Spl. You could also look at 380 if she could rack the slide on a pistol. You guys need to get some serious training, and practice, to become proficient with any firearm. If you arm yourself, get some training. Might save your life.

I had double bypass 2 years ago. Big change in my life. Said a prayer for Doug this morning.

IMO, many need Jesus Christ working on their hearts and minds. Like it or not, "Real Religion," taken to heart," makes one more tolerant of others.

Many of my Doctor offices have no gun signage. Don't see a way around that one, for sure on Medicare like I am. Not a lot of choices with that insurance! Sometimes, not doing business in prohibited areas is not as easy as one might think. Just my Opinion.

I have a Remington 1148, 16 Ga I inherited from my father. It has a improved cylinder, and is a semi auto which he hunted quail with a lot. It is a sweet shotgun. Not as light as some of the newer guns but it has never failed to cycle. I have some Mossberg's but they are as heavy as your 870.

Shoot one before you purchase. Some have a hard time getting good hits with the shockwave. They are hard to shoot well.

I have 3 Taurus 7 shot model 617 revolvers, two in 357/38spl, and one ultralight in 38spl only. All have 2" brls and do not take moon clips. They are great revolvers and I have EDC carried one for over 5 years. They are a mid size frame and I pocket carry them loaded with Cor Bon DPX 357 ammo. Some people had problems with the early models, but my 3 have been perfect. My 617 does not have a cylinder for the 9MM. They are hard to find holsters for. I had to modify a Desantis Nemesis pocket holster to accommodate the 7 shot cylinder. Glad to see Taurus is expanding the 7 shooter.

Got my new BladeTec Kydex OWB holster and It is not very comfortable. Don't know if it will be worn much am trying around the house. May be another for the holster bin. Well, it was only 29.00 so I am not hurt too bad. Also got the Crossbreed Super tuck, combat cut, IWB holster, and I believe it is going to work out well. Am also wearing it around the house now. Really glad I got my 30.00 dollar belt a size too large. It fits perfectly. By the way I do recommend the 30. dollar belt(google 30dollargunbelt). Well made. I got 2 of them. This holster (crossbreed) is comfortable even sitting. Sitting was where I had trouble with the Blade Tec. Have not received my Aker OWB leather belt slide holster yet. Hope it works out better than the Blade Tec straight draw. I want OWB for church carry, if possible. Watched The Best Defense program on TV last evening. The whole program was aimed toward an active shooter in church. Was quiet insightful and sure gave something to ponder, as far as training goes. Sweetie said the program (scenarios) were not what she pictured, in her mind, and was very revealing to her. They stressed reaction too, and practiced drawing from weak side, should strong side arm be injured, and strong side as well. The program showed strong arm tactics and knife as a defensive tactic as well. They stressed not to bring a knife to a gun fight(bad Idea), but was an alternative if you had nothing else to fight with. Myself, I am going with the gun route, as I am to old and feeble to be in hand to hand any longer. Will be pocket carrying on my weak side.

We ended up with 4" and our road is still a solid sheet of Ice. Had to go out to the Dr yesterday and main roads are clear, just secondary roads are a mess. Looking forward to the thaw and almost 60 degrees they are predicting. It is 0 here in Lascassas this morning(Thursday). I live in a very low spot and it is always 2 degrees lower than higher ground. My heating bill will be out of site also, but I am going to stay warm as long as I can pay the bill. Sweetie, and I wants it set on 71 when we are up. Stay warm.

the-armory.com Has Corbon DPX on sale for 19.99 + Shipping. Just purchased 8 boxes of 115 gr 9MM + P DPX. Good price guys.

We have at least 2" or 3" on the ground and it is still snowing at 10:30 here in Lascassas TN. Supposed to snow until 1:30. Rutherford County Schools are out, and most probably will be tomorrow. We have 3 grandkids today. Just fed them breakfast and planning lunch. You know children, if their awake they are hungry. They tried to build a snowman, but the snow is too dry and powdery. Wife's shiatsu dog is loving the snow. I told them not to eat the yellow snow!!!!

I had double bypass 2 years ago. Prayer said for you, Doug. Do all your rehab Doug. It helps down the road. Wishing/praying your recovery goes well. Don't forget to rehab the, "most important", spiritual side as well.