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Some of my fondest memories are around range time with my dad. The first time I remember was in the 1st grade shooting the 22 pistol and wanting the end bench so the brass didn't bounce off the wall onto my arm. I also served as spotter when he did long range and rifle. Now, looking back I don't know that he really needed the spotter, but I sure felt like the big cahoney (or however you spell it).

I learned to respect firearms, not fear them, they are not toys but tools, and are ALWAYS loaded until you have checked them yourself and then might still be! You NEVER even joking with a toy pointed a gun at someone. And about once a year we shot frozen milk jugs and old melons or pumpkins; depending on the season, to show what they could do to someones head.

As I got older I did some action "quick draw" competitions and handgun silhouette competition - yes I can knock down a turkey at 150meters with a 44 magnum (aka hand cannon), but only once - 'cause I ain't doing it again! You can do it with a 357 too, and that I did more than once.

Now, I am enjoying taking my daughters to the range, which we did not do enough while they are growing up. At least not consistently - they are good shots, and really enjoy it. As I take the walk in obtaining my CHL - which I can't believe I haven't done sooner - I miss Dad, he would love this, and be right there with us! The main reason I went ahead and got the liberty version of the P238 is because he would love it! It is also the reason I will never get rid of the 10-5 S&W 38 revolver I really learned to do most of my shooting on.

Sorry for the ramble - Enjoy your daughters - thanks for not limiting their choices because they are girls - they will thank you later!

DA