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Jiu Jitsu or Krav Maga? - Martial Arts for Women

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Jiu Jitsu or Krav Maga? - Martial Arts for Women

But Erin, don't you carry concealed? Well, of course I do but I don't see my firearm as the end all, be all. It's my equalizer if my life is on the line, regardless of the size of my attacker. But what if I can't get to my firearm? Or worse...what if I'm in a GUN FREE ZONE? Those are popping up left and right in this free nation of ours. 

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Active Shooter Training With A.L.I.C.E.

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Active Shooter Training With A.L.I.C.E.

ALICE training teaches the attendees how to respond in an active killer situation, regardless of the venue or weapon of choice. Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate

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Afraid No More

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Afraid No More

Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered scared and teary, I wondered what could make me cheery. Then I realized all along, the happiness I'd plum forgot, was really more a thing than not. 'Twas a right to have the safety, that which was fought and won. Some think that right is not right, but that it's wrong to have a gun.Over wine and cheese my love and I, speak of those who tell the lie, that some rich and famous shout about. They say the good should do without, and the evil ones who lurk about will have...

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#TakeAKnee vs #iSTAND: Will We Ever Agree?

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#TakeAKnee vs #iSTAND: Will We Ever Agree?

Once again, Facebook erupts with arguments between friends and strangers. WHY? It’s a perception/perspective thing. Everyone has a certain perception based on his or her upbringing, influence and experiences. Just as we saw this same bickering around the election, it’s reared its ugly face again. Blame the president if you’re so inclined. That’s one perception. Realty: The nation IS divided by perceptions and lack of empathy to see how and why another group does what they do. The president didn’t create it. It’s been here all along. Should he speak publicly about his stance? Your opinion on this topic probably...

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Why I Choose Glock For My Everyday Carry (EDC)

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Why I Choose Glock For My Everyday Carry (EDC)

My husband is a senior Naval officer. I can’t tell you how many conversations we have that involve technical acronyms related to work and his many hobbies. He doesn’t just skim the surface when he’s explaining something to me. He goes deep into the mechanics and inner workings to give me a better understanding and to effectively communicate his point. Among his passions and hobbies are all things guns, hunting, fishing and reloading.  He raves about Glock. He originally introduced me to it while going deep into detail about how versatile and reliable it is. His favorite attribute is the...

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