http://www.suarezinternationalstore.com/july17-182010-closerangegunfighting-hallsvillemo.aspx
Still have a few spots for the Close Range Gunfighting course this weekend in Hallsville, MO. It should be an exciting class with this many people, so come out and join us!
http://www.nraila.org/statelawpdfs/MOSL.pdf
www.handgunlaw.us.
If you need info on concealed carry laws around the country, or info on the state of Missouri, here are a couple of sites for you to check out.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Dog Attacks in Springfield, MO
Dog Attacks Almost 'Epidemic'
Friday, July 09, 2010
The Springfield postmaster says dog attacks have almost become an epidemic in the city. Postmaster Bill Brayman says mail carriers had to quit delivering mail to one neighborhood near Kansas and Nichols because of a vicious dog. Brayman says he sent two warning letters to the dog's owner. But he says nothing changed. Now, he says about two dozen people have to put up new mail boxes. Brayman says two carriers were attacked in different neighborhoods this week. There have been over 30 incidents reported over the last two years.
Stupid people! Look, if you think it's cute to let your dog run loose and chase people, don't be surprised when one of us shoots it!
Carry your gun all the time, folks. 2 legged predators aren't the only thing to worry about in the city. Or the country, for that matter.
-Followed my own advice, and took the boys shooting yesterday at a new indoor range in Ozark, Sound of Freedom, USA. www.sof-usa.com. Shot mainly .22s and .38s. The boys had a great time, and so did I. Even got to help a new shooter on the range, so it was a pretty good day. If you want the firearms tradition to continue, get your kids out there, and teach them right. Besides, the memories you create are worth more than all the money in the world.
Check out Sound of Freedom-USA, too. Anytime we have a new range, especially one as nice as this, they deserve our support.
Friday, July 09, 2010
The Springfield postmaster says dog attacks have almost become an epidemic in the city. Postmaster Bill Brayman says mail carriers had to quit delivering mail to one neighborhood near Kansas and Nichols because of a vicious dog. Brayman says he sent two warning letters to the dog's owner. But he says nothing changed. Now, he says about two dozen people have to put up new mail boxes. Brayman says two carriers were attacked in different neighborhoods this week. There have been over 30 incidents reported over the last two years.
Stupid people! Look, if you think it's cute to let your dog run loose and chase people, don't be surprised when one of us shoots it!
Carry your gun all the time, folks. 2 legged predators aren't the only thing to worry about in the city. Or the country, for that matter.
-Followed my own advice, and took the boys shooting yesterday at a new indoor range in Ozark, Sound of Freedom, USA. www.sof-usa.com. Shot mainly .22s and .38s. The boys had a great time, and so did I. Even got to help a new shooter on the range, so it was a pretty good day. If you want the firearms tradition to continue, get your kids out there, and teach them right. Besides, the memories you create are worth more than all the money in the world.
Check out Sound of Freedom-USA, too. Anytime we have a new range, especially one as nice as this, they deserve our support.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Don't mess with the old guy!
Knife Wielding Home Invaders Put in Hospital by 80 Year Old John Wayne Fan
wfaa.com - Dallas/Fort Worth
Police said one man is in the hospital after an elderly North Texas man took action into his own hands when confronted by two armed brothers inside his home Saturday night.
Police said they believe the brothers went to 80-year-old James Pickett's home with the intent to rob him, and even possibly kill him. However, Pickett - a World War II veteran, former fighter and lifelong John Wayne devotee - wasn't about to let that happen.
It all began Saturday night when Pickett said he opened his door and two men barged inside."He just come through that door stabbing and beating," he said.However, Pickett said just before he went to answer the door, he had first placed a pistol into his pocket.
"And he jumped and turned, and I shot him there," he said.The two brothers, Paul and Holden Perry, ran, but didn't get far before calling an ambulance. One of the bullets just missed Paul Perry's spine.
"He's my hero," said one neighbor of Pickett."Well, I ain't got no business being a hero, by no means," he said.
Both brothers face assault, burglary and robbery charges.
Deputies assured Pickett they aren't likely to get out of jail anytime soon. However, he didn't seem that worried anyhow."I think I'm a ten times better shot than he is," he said. "... But, they best not come back."
And a John Wayne fan to boot!
Goes to show, never open the door for people you don't know, and always have your gun handy! This is what we call "disparity of force;" 2 young guys vs. one older guy. However, in this case, the bad guys failed "Victim Selection 101."
wfaa.com - Dallas/Fort Worth
Police said one man is in the hospital after an elderly North Texas man took action into his own hands when confronted by two armed brothers inside his home Saturday night.
Police said they believe the brothers went to 80-year-old James Pickett's home with the intent to rob him, and even possibly kill him. However, Pickett - a World War II veteran, former fighter and lifelong John Wayne devotee - wasn't about to let that happen.
It all began Saturday night when Pickett said he opened his door and two men barged inside."He just come through that door stabbing and beating," he said.However, Pickett said just before he went to answer the door, he had first placed a pistol into his pocket.
"And he jumped and turned, and I shot him there," he said.The two brothers, Paul and Holden Perry, ran, but didn't get far before calling an ambulance. One of the bullets just missed Paul Perry's spine.
"He's my hero," said one neighbor of Pickett."Well, I ain't got no business being a hero, by no means," he said.
Both brothers face assault, burglary and robbery charges.
Deputies assured Pickett they aren't likely to get out of jail anytime soon. However, he didn't seem that worried anyhow."I think I'm a ten times better shot than he is," he said. "... But, they best not come back."
And a John Wayne fan to boot!
Goes to show, never open the door for people you don't know, and always have your gun handy! This is what we call "disparity of force;" 2 young guys vs. one older guy. However, in this case, the bad guys failed "Victim Selection 101."
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Upcoming training...
This is what I have coming up in the next couple of months, through Suarez International:
Close Range Gunfighting
http://www.suarezinternationalstore.com/july17-182010-closerangegunfighting-hallsvillemo.aspx
High Risk Operator-Personal Security Detail
http://www.suarezinternationalstore.com/personalsecuritydetailoperator.aspx
Defensive Knife
http://www.suarezinternationalstore.com/september18-192010-defensiveknife-hallsvillemo.aspx
If you want to learn to be a better fighter, get to class. Or, get in touch with me and let me know if there is something in particular you're looking for.
Close Range Gunfighting
http://www.suarezinternationalstore.com/july17-182010-closerangegunfighting-hallsvillemo.aspx
High Risk Operator-Personal Security Detail
http://www.suarezinternationalstore.com/personalsecuritydetailoperator.aspx
Defensive Knife
http://www.suarezinternationalstore.com/september18-192010-defensiveknife-hallsvillemo.aspx
If you want to learn to be a better fighter, get to class. Or, get in touch with me and let me know if there is something in particular you're looking for.
Teach your children well...
It's high time for all shooters in this country to get off the couch and take a kid shooting.
If the next generation doesn't learn from us, we'll lose our gun rights, eventually. They have to understand the importance of the 2d Amendment to our nation.
During the Cold War, the Soviet Union routinely taught its young people how to shoot, how to move, etc. They wanted to make sure the entire populace was prepared for war. We used to do the same, before we became a nation of indulgent, self important whiners.
Take a kid, any kid, out shooting. Teach them the history of this country, and the role marksmanship has played in it. Stop expecting someone else to do it for you! It is up to every one of us to raise our children in the way they should go.
If the next generation doesn't learn from us, we'll lose our gun rights, eventually. They have to understand the importance of the 2d Amendment to our nation.
During the Cold War, the Soviet Union routinely taught its young people how to shoot, how to move, etc. They wanted to make sure the entire populace was prepared for war. We used to do the same, before we became a nation of indulgent, self important whiners.
Take a kid, any kid, out shooting. Teach them the history of this country, and the role marksmanship has played in it. Stop expecting someone else to do it for you! It is up to every one of us to raise our children in the way they should go.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
New Missouri Pro Gun Laws!
http://www.nraila.org/Legislation/Read.aspx?id=5947
Thursday, July 01, 2010
On the evening of Friday, June 25, Missouri Governor Jay Nixon (D) signed House Bill 2081 into law.
House Bill 2081, sponsored by State Representative Jeanie Riddle (R-20), specifies that a pregnant woman may use deadly force if she reasonably believes that deadly force is necessary to protect her unborn child against death, serious physical injury, or any forcible felony. Under current Missouri State statute, a pregnant woman can be criminally charged if she uses deadly force to protect her unborn child when violently attacked. (It's pretty bad when there has to be a law for a woman to protect her child, unborn or not. )
However, since being transmitted to him on May 25, House Bill 1692 remains on Governor Jay Nixon’s (D) desk, awaiting consideration.HB1692, introduced by State Representative Jason Smith (R-150), contains numerous pro-gun provisions, such as: expanding Missouri’s “Castle Doctrine” protections to any property boundaries one leases or owns; capping the sheriff fee at $10 for permit holders who change addresses; and clarifying the language, “intoxicated with a firearm,” so that the person cannot be charged with a felony if they lawfully possess firearms in their home while intoxicated. This provision also extends to self-defense. HB1692 would also allow a prosecutor with a Right-to-Carry permit to carry in a courthouse, and with the judge’s permission, in the courtroom as well. If signed, the bill would also bring Missouri’s gun laws into compliance with federal law exempting antique firearms from “unlawful possession” citations.It is important that important self-defense legislation like HB1692 be signed into law.
Please contact Governor Nixon and respectfully urge him to sign HB 1692. The Governor can be reached by phone at (573) 751-3222 or visit http://governor.mo.gov/contact/ to send email.
If you live in Missouri, contact the Governor and let him know that this needs to be signed into law ASAP, and remember to thank him for supporting Right To Carry!
Thursday, July 01, 2010
On the evening of Friday, June 25, Missouri Governor Jay Nixon (D) signed House Bill 2081 into law.
House Bill 2081, sponsored by State Representative Jeanie Riddle (R-20), specifies that a pregnant woman may use deadly force if she reasonably believes that deadly force is necessary to protect her unborn child against death, serious physical injury, or any forcible felony. Under current Missouri State statute, a pregnant woman can be criminally charged if she uses deadly force to protect her unborn child when violently attacked. (It's pretty bad when there has to be a law for a woman to protect her child, unborn or not. )
However, since being transmitted to him on May 25, House Bill 1692 remains on Governor Jay Nixon’s (D) desk, awaiting consideration.HB1692, introduced by State Representative Jason Smith (R-150), contains numerous pro-gun provisions, such as: expanding Missouri’s “Castle Doctrine” protections to any property boundaries one leases or owns; capping the sheriff fee at $10 for permit holders who change addresses; and clarifying the language, “intoxicated with a firearm,” so that the person cannot be charged with a felony if they lawfully possess firearms in their home while intoxicated. This provision also extends to self-defense. HB1692 would also allow a prosecutor with a Right-to-Carry permit to carry in a courthouse, and with the judge’s permission, in the courtroom as well. If signed, the bill would also bring Missouri’s gun laws into compliance with federal law exempting antique firearms from “unlawful possession” citations.It is important that important self-defense legislation like HB1692 be signed into law.
Please contact Governor Nixon and respectfully urge him to sign HB 1692. The Governor can be reached by phone at (573) 751-3222 or visit http://governor.mo.gov/contact/ to send email.
If you live in Missouri, contact the Governor and let him know that this needs to be signed into law ASAP, and remember to thank him for supporting Right To Carry!
Friday, July 2, 2010
It's Independence Day weekend, and while everyone is celebrating, remember our service members fighting for our way of life, and all our veterans, living and passed. I'd ask you to read our country's history, and what was sacrificed for our freedom.
Have a Happy, and safe, Independence Day weekend!
I didn't write this, but I thought I'd share it with you, especially on this holiday:
WHAT IS A VET?
Some veterans bear visible signs of their service: a missing limb, a jagged scar, a certain look in the eye. Others may carry the evidence inside them: a pin holding a bone together, a piece of shrapnel in the leg - or perhaps another sort of inner steel: the soul's ally forged in the refinery of adversity.
Except in parades, however, the men and women who have kept America safe wear no badge or emblem. You can't tell a vet just by looking. What is a vet?
He is the cop on the beat who spent six months in SaudiArabia sweating two gallons a day making sure the armored personnel carriers didn't run out of fuel.
He is the barroom loudmouth, dumber than five wooden planks,whose overgrown frat-boy behavior is outweighed a hundred times in thec osmic scales by four hours of exquisite bravery near the 38th parallel.
She - or he - is the nurse who fought against futility and went to sleep sobbing every night for two solid years in Da Nang.
He is the POW who went away one person and came back another- or didn't come back AT ALL.
He is the Quantico drill instructor who has never seen combat-but has saved countless lives by turning slouchy, no-account rednecks and gang members into Marines, and teaching them to watch each other's backs.
He is the parade - riding Legionnaire who pins on his ribbonsand medals with a prosthetic hand.
He is the career quartermaster who watches the ribbons and medals pass him by.
He is the three anonymous heroes in The Tomb Of The Unknowns, whose presence at the Arlington National Cemetery must forever preserve the memory of all the anonymous heroes whose valor dies unrecognized withthem on the battlefield or in the ocean's sunless deep.
He is the old guy bagging groceries at the supermarket -palsied now and aggravatingly slow - who helped liberate a Nazi death campand who wishes all day long that his wife were still alive to hold him when the nightmares come.
He is an ordinary and yet an extraordinary human being - a person who offered some of his life's most vital years in the service of his country, and who sacrificed his ambitions so others would not have to sacrifice theirs.
He is a soldier and a savior and a sword against the darkness, and he is nothing more than the finest, greatest testimony on behalf of the finest, greatest nation ever known.
So remember, each time you see someone who has served our country, just lean over and say "Thank You."
That's all most people need, and in most cases it will mean more than any medals they could have been awarded or were awarded.
Two little words that mean a lot, "THANK YOU."
"It is the soldier, not the reporter,
Who has given us freedom of the press.
It is the soldier, not the poet,
Who has given us freedom of speech.
It is the soldier, not the campus organizer,
Who has given us the freedom to demonstrate.
It is the soldier,
Who salutes the flag,
Who serves beneath the flag,
And whose coffin is draped by the flag,
Who allows the protester to burn the flag."
Father Dennis Edward O'Brien, USMC
Have a Happy, and safe, Independence Day weekend!
I didn't write this, but I thought I'd share it with you, especially on this holiday:
WHAT IS A VET?
Some veterans bear visible signs of their service: a missing limb, a jagged scar, a certain look in the eye. Others may carry the evidence inside them: a pin holding a bone together, a piece of shrapnel in the leg - or perhaps another sort of inner steel: the soul's ally forged in the refinery of adversity.
Except in parades, however, the men and women who have kept America safe wear no badge or emblem. You can't tell a vet just by looking. What is a vet?
He is the cop on the beat who spent six months in SaudiArabia sweating two gallons a day making sure the armored personnel carriers didn't run out of fuel.
He is the barroom loudmouth, dumber than five wooden planks,whose overgrown frat-boy behavior is outweighed a hundred times in thec osmic scales by four hours of exquisite bravery near the 38th parallel.
She - or he - is the nurse who fought against futility and went to sleep sobbing every night for two solid years in Da Nang.
He is the POW who went away one person and came back another- or didn't come back AT ALL.
He is the Quantico drill instructor who has never seen combat-but has saved countless lives by turning slouchy, no-account rednecks and gang members into Marines, and teaching them to watch each other's backs.
He is the parade - riding Legionnaire who pins on his ribbonsand medals with a prosthetic hand.
He is the career quartermaster who watches the ribbons and medals pass him by.
He is the three anonymous heroes in The Tomb Of The Unknowns, whose presence at the Arlington National Cemetery must forever preserve the memory of all the anonymous heroes whose valor dies unrecognized withthem on the battlefield or in the ocean's sunless deep.
He is the old guy bagging groceries at the supermarket -palsied now and aggravatingly slow - who helped liberate a Nazi death campand who wishes all day long that his wife were still alive to hold him when the nightmares come.
He is an ordinary and yet an extraordinary human being - a person who offered some of his life's most vital years in the service of his country, and who sacrificed his ambitions so others would not have to sacrifice theirs.
He is a soldier and a savior and a sword against the darkness, and he is nothing more than the finest, greatest testimony on behalf of the finest, greatest nation ever known.
So remember, each time you see someone who has served our country, just lean over and say "Thank You."
That's all most people need, and in most cases it will mean more than any medals they could have been awarded or were awarded.
Two little words that mean a lot, "THANK YOU."
"It is the soldier, not the reporter,
Who has given us freedom of the press.
It is the soldier, not the poet,
Who has given us freedom of speech.
It is the soldier, not the campus organizer,
Who has given us the freedom to demonstrate.
It is the soldier,
Who salutes the flag,
Who serves beneath the flag,
And whose coffin is draped by the flag,
Who allows the protester to burn the flag."
Father Dennis Edward O'Brien, USMC
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