3 Boxes of BS

So far the responses have been mixed. Heard from a few folks (mostly people I missed in the email) and have a few confirmations.

Paul K and guest

The Redneck Engineer, Joanna and 5 to 10 guests

Nick the Blogless

DanielS – Among the Leaves

William Brown – Where there’s a William   and guest Mike; offered to bring bottled water and iced tea.

Greg Tag and guest — Watermelon or Potato Salad.

Cormac and possibly “a handful of people”

Daddy Hawk, his Queen and M&M –  and possibly a friend or two – Tentative willing to bring either Mac & Cheese or Chili

 Southern Belle & KX59 with 3 Kids in Tow

John Dickson and Son — bringing “Hot Corn Casserole”

OrbitUp and Mrs from Subject To Change

And that is the blogging side of the invitation list — 20 confirmed
On the family/friends side; I have Son Troy and his wife Ash (3 kids non-shooters), Daughter Carolyn, Rich and his daughter, Julie & Bradly (2 kids), Randy & Carol, Samantha & Jason, Cliff & Gretchen (2 kids, possibly shooting) Lindsey & boyfriend, Bill, Scott, Ann & Don, Paul & Aliya and 2 others, Kelli& Alan (1 kid possibly shooting), Raquel, Vanessa & Rebekah, Jason & Patty = 34 39
(bold indicates owns firearms and will bring them)

From the Board of Directors/Club
I have Matt & Sandi (possibly), Byron, Frank, Gary, Jack — another 6.

So that is 65 people by my count confirmed and another 10-15 or more possible. Everyone is welcome but please let me know as soon as possible so we can coordinate food.

Please spread the word about the blog shoot; it is open to all bloggers, readers, commentators, etc. I just have to know who is coming to provide directions.

So am I missing anyone from the list?

…I really do. I hope that I’m concerned over nothing but I can’t see this not going bad at some point.

I really don’t understand the mindset of these people; those are undomesticated animals that they are training to hunt — while raising them in the house with their children. I hope and pray that nothing bad ever happens but I certainly won’t be surprised if it does.

I’m not going to say “There should be a law”; people should be allowed to put themselves and their children in jeopardy if they choose. Just as I’m allowed to think they are all kinds of dumb for doing so.

Please join the discussion.

An email went out today, if you didn’t get it please let me know so I can add you to the distribution list.

Thanks

Renewed !

Received my updated license today; 30 days after mailing the paperwork.

Got it two weeks before expiration.

Sorry I’ve  been quiet the last couple of days; asthma kicking me in the teeth.

Another Boy Scout Troop trailer stolen by scumbags.

Members of the Boy Scouts of America Troop 811 are seeking information on the Sunday night theft of their trailer from the parking lot of First United Methodist Church, 1300 W. Westhill Drive in Cleburne. The trailer, pictured above, is white with the Boy Scout logo and troop number painted on the side. Anyone with information on the trailer’s location should call the Cleburne Police Department at 817-645-0972.

 

It probably has a new paint job by now but if any one sees it, please contact the police.
This particular type of theft really hits home with me. When my sons and I were active; our troop lost 2 trailers to thieves. Police say they are mostly used by landscaping, paint or moving companies and are seldom recovered.

The theft of a trailer is a huge financial hit for any troop; not only is the trailer expensive but they have customized interiors, shelves or frame work to hold all the gear. And much of the troops gear is often stored in the trailer. Tent, cook stoves, lanterns, water jugs/containers, axes, saws, ropes and more.
Many troops try to camp or have an outdoor activity once a month so this also might affect those plans. Not to mention this is only a month or two before Summer Camp for most Scouts.

I hope that I never encounter the low life who stole a Scout trailer; I really don’t need the stress**

**See the second definition

Starting to see more signs of recovery; 9 mil on the shelves at less than “not so minor body part” prices.

Picked up 3 boxes in the last 3 days. And I will neither confirm nor deny that this morning someone circumvented Academy’s ’1 box per caliber per person’ limit by giving a stranger cash to buy a box of 9 mm. Although I will admit that I had a great conversation with a stranger while waiting in line.

At least 1 day a month, I can make it over to Academy as they open at 8 a.m. (Allergy shots don’t start till 9) on a weekday.

Words of advice to those seeking ammo; be patient and be consistent in your efforts.

So how is everyone else doing in stocking up?

Hey you anti-rights cultists protesting the N.R.A. convention; I have a suggestion for you.

Gun control advocates were determined to have a presence outside the convention hall. Across the street Friday, the No More Names vigil read the names of gun violence victims since the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre

Instead of reading the names of the victims, why don’t you read the rap sheets and/or mental health records of the people committing committing violent crimes using firearms?
Probably would take you a little longer then the weekend.

* Thirty-six percent of violent felons had an active criminal justice status at the time of their arrest. This included 18% on probation, 12% on release pending disposition of a prior case, and 7% on parole.

* Seventy percent of violent felons had a prior arrest record, and 57% had at least one prior arrest for a felony. Sixty-seven percent of murderers and 73% of those convicted of robbery or assault had an arrest record.

* A majority (56%) of violent felons had a prior conviction record. Thirty-eight percent had a prior felony conviction and 15% had a previous conviction for a violent felony.

And after you are through, you might spend the time needed to get your voice back by listening to the millions of people who have used firearms to stop crime. Of course, that might be too much for you since it would require you to actually have an open mind about the issue.

H/T to Pistolero