This attitude of the "disappearing gun owner" is becoming more and more prevalent. (I have to say that I don't fault you at all.) This is a cultural shift. Gun owners are putting themselves underground, for social reasons, but the long-term result is the same as if guns were outlawed, and gun owners went underground for penal reasons. Sad to say, having guns is rapidly becoming as socially unacceptable as smoking. Ever notice that TV shows and movies never show people smoking any more? You'll know that the cultural shift on guns is complete when they no longer have a central role in movies and shows.