Step 42: Shoot a Gun

Look, I might survive... maybe, five minutes in the Zombie Apocalypse! :)

Ok, ignoring all the political and criminal issues that come up when talking about guns, I still say that everyone should shoot a gun at least once in their life (preferably in the structured safety of a shooting range). It's not as easy as the cops on tv make it look (at least, not your first go at it--you should have seen my experienced friend's target, it was much more torn up than mine). The noise is nerve wracking, the kickback is a little jolting, and it's hard to tell if you've actually hit your target when it's a piece of paper that doesn't go down screaming in pain.

But there may come a day when you need to shoot something, and you should know what to expect when you pull that trigger. And, in all honesty, once you get past the initial shock, it's kind of exhilarating. Not that I'll ever do more than shoot in a range or at laser tag! But it'd definitely be up for trying it again sometime. It's a good way to hone my zombie-slaying skills. :)

So, my question to you: Have you ever shot a gun, and if so, what did you think?
And my challenge to you: For Valentine's Day, go play laser tag, either with your significant other or a group of your single buddies. Bet ya didn't see that challenge coming!