A great New Years Resolution
Acquaintance AlphaPatriot has come up with a magnificent New Years Resolution:
I resolved that if I were wearing a belt, it would have a holster on it. Sometimes it would hold my carry weapon but more often than not the holster would be empty, but it would always be there.
He goes on to explain why:
Every day when I thread a belt through my holster and walk out the door unarmed because I am going to a place where I cannot protect myself I am reminded that our rights have been eroded over decades of history. Each time my hand brushes across the empty leather I am reminded that our forefather's words have been twisted and corrupted. Each time I notice the empty container I am reminded that the struggle to keep our rights is one that must be fought every day because those that seek to take them away never tire and never rest. Each time I become aware of my vulnerability to criminals I am reminded of the gun control has failed on every continent except Antarctica and that law abiding innocents have paid the price for that failure with their blood.
I think this is a wonderful resolution that all citizens should consider. Whether you own a gun or not, this will bring your awareness about the issue to a whole new level.
I used to carry, a right that was taken away from me by my mental illness. I still have my expired CCW license and I pull it out and look at it from time to time to remind myself of what I have lost.
Carry a holster, even if you don't have a gun. I promise you that you will soon fill it.