Of course when we got there we had to goof off a bit, because isn't that what you are suppose to do when a camera is around and a bunch of good friends?
I patiently waited and then finally got the chance to shoot a gun. My friend Chris tried to give me instructions. I can usually follow instructions pretty well, but I was in WAY over my head.
I managed to calm my shaking enough to shoot the gun three times. Impressive, I know.
This is kind of how I felt about guns after my first experience shooting:
It's not that it was bad, but learning with many, many people staring at you is not what I call fun. Especially when you are as un-gunsmart as I am.
So then we goofed off a little bit more. Which was helpful.
And then a kind guy from the ward taught me how to shoot a different gun. I didn't have to be in the center of everyone, so less people were staring. He talked slower and didn't look at me like I was a dork when I didn't know how to check to see if the gun was loaded. I still wasn't great, but I did manage to shoot a target!
All in all, not a terrible experience! I'm glad I can say I did it! I think I might even like it if I wasn't with such a big group, something to keep in mind for next time!
One more thing to cross off the bucket list!
3 comments:
I liked the side view picture. :) Looks like a lot of fun. I too have never shot a gun. Guns scare me and I'm pretty sure I would scare everyone with a gun . haha. Maybe someday...
I've shot guns a few times, and every time my shoulder ends up bruised. :) Nice that you could get some private lessons! Way to go hitting the target! :) And I have to say that it looks like you hold that Charlie's Angel gun like a pro. :)
So cool! The first time I shot a gun was with Colby and his friends. (Did you know Colby OWNS a gun?!? Crazy, huh)? It can be kinda fun - but hard when people are watching you. I'm glad you did something totally different! Super cool! PS Enjoy your trip soon!
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