Boy you must certainly portray a negative picture of yourself as an armed individual. I say so because the images you have of yourself, seen through the eyes of others, are all negatives. Doesn't anyone see you having guns as a plus besides you? If not there could be something wrong, or maybe it is just misperception on your part of how others view you as an armed individual.
As for me the plusses would include, but not be limited to:
1) I am enjoying one of my rights.
2) I am able to defend myself and family, and innocent others.
3) I have a wonderful hobby/interest.
4) I have met many others through my interest in guns, who see me as a valuable member of the community because of that interest.
5) I have made friends through mutual interests in firearms.
6) Other shooters see me as trustworthy and responsible because they know I handle firearms safely.
7) Neighbors and friends respect my choice to be armed, and consider me a responsible person.
8) Others whom I have taught to shoot respect me for my instructor abilities and because I helped them learn to handle firearms and shoot safely, and because I taught them to appreciate firearms.
9) Many politicians see me as one of a group of many who are an important voting block.
10) My daughter used to shoot with me and enjoy it, and my son still shoots with me and enjoys it (this is the best).
Was there something negative that I should mention. Oh yeah ultra-liberals, terrorists, bad guys, all hate and fear me because I exercise my right to keep and bear arms. Now wait a mintue, that is a good thing too.
Best regards,
Glenn B
Nope nothing negative.