PaJ wrote:Glad it turned out OK.
Recently, my 17 year old son was approached while at a gas station. He was aware enough and smart enough to see the guy coming and to tell him to go away. But at 17, he obviously cannot legally carry. I'm also concerned about him going into convenience stores, etc. because of the reason that started this thread. It does help that he's 6'2" and 225# but he's still 17 and thinks he's invincible. I guess that's where we have to continually train our kids and trust God.
Many years ago I wish I were carrying. I was using an outside payphone and a guy approached me from behind and cornered me. He wasn't just in my space - he was pushing his body against mine. He opened his jacket to show me the pins that were in his arm due to a recent surgery to justify his need for a handout. But he was very suspicious about how he did it (imagine trying to show someone an insect in your hands without letting the insect get out), so I was certain they were fake. I also thought I was going to get shot when he started to open his jacket. When I didn't give him anything he shoved me then took off. I was very fortunate, and learned to be much more aware of my surroundings.
I think the 6'2" and 225 lbs does make a big difference. My oldest worked as a security guard, unarmed, and while he had many confrontations, sometimes with groups, they always backed down. By contrast, his much smaller, though scrappier younger brother, had someone attempt to bully him on more than one occasion.