In a message dated 99-03-31 19:32:51 EST, you write: << this trip is quickly degenerating into a bad thelma and louise sequel! think i will have to buy a notebook computer for the trip so you can all keep me posted as to which states i am wanted by the feds in! >> Kari, I have but one word for you - Ty-Bo (alright, two small hyphonated wordlets) Believe me when I tell you, nothing strikes fear into the heart of a male (whether armed or no) like a woman coming at him screaming, yelling, and trying to neutralize his identity with her bare hands (and/or feet). Seriously, I would recommend a GOOD self-defense course (such as those taught by your local police department) as an alternative to a handgun. Guns have a purpose but in the hands of someone who doesn't regularly shoot and, more importantly, isn't FULLY prepared to do so, they can be a tremendous liability - in many ways. Interesting antedote: I once knew a woman who travelled extensively alone. Carried one of those inflatable punching bags with her. Every evening she would clamp that thing to a door, tree, or whatever was handy and proceed to beat the living HELL out of it for about a half hour. There wasn't a person I knew that would even THINK of trying to mess with that lady! Sometimes image is everything! Sam Bateman Fork Union, VA '87 Vanagon GL '85 Audi 5000S Avant |
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