MusclesMcGee
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Wow....I didn't think I would get this many responses so fast ! First off, I would like to thank ALL of you for your responses. I'd list you all individually, and the insight you have given me, but it would take up way too much space. Needless to say I was impressed with your advice and support . Someone gave me this line...
"Mom, Dad, I've always listened and respected your opinion. But in this case we disagree. I'm grown now and have to make my own life. I've decided to buy the gun. I think its the right thing to do. I'm sorry if you disagree but, its my choice, not yours. If you don't want me around because you don't agree with me, then that's it. I won't bother you anymore. Good bye."
and that is essentially the stance I ended up taking. My Dad has turned around somewhat, but is still "disappointed" in my decision. I didn't grow up in the country with guns, I'm not gay (How the hell did that come up ???), and I don't live at home, moved out when I was 18. I know the lie/not to lie debate was a tough one, my attitude was as long as it was kept away from them and entirely in my control, they didn't have to know. My sister found out through a close friend who wasn't thinking. When my parents asked, I was honest about it. They have finally aquiesced after about 10 hours of conversation. My father, a Vietnam vet, still had a hard time trying to remember just exactly what a 1911 was !!! He's an old hippie, I forgive him .
OK, I'm tired and starting to babble ...Thanks again, you don't know how much your insight and experience has helped. I hope some day I can return the favor with my own sage advice . Have a great Thanksgiving !
"Mom, Dad, I've always listened and respected your opinion. But in this case we disagree. I'm grown now and have to make my own life. I've decided to buy the gun. I think its the right thing to do. I'm sorry if you disagree but, its my choice, not yours. If you don't want me around because you don't agree with me, then that's it. I won't bother you anymore. Good bye."
and that is essentially the stance I ended up taking. My Dad has turned around somewhat, but is still "disappointed" in my decision. I didn't grow up in the country with guns, I'm not gay (How the hell did that come up ???), and I don't live at home, moved out when I was 18. I know the lie/not to lie debate was a tough one, my attitude was as long as it was kept away from them and entirely in my control, they didn't have to know. My sister found out through a close friend who wasn't thinking. When my parents asked, I was honest about it. They have finally aquiesced after about 10 hours of conversation. My father, a Vietnam vet, still had a hard time trying to remember just exactly what a 1911 was !!! He's an old hippie, I forgive him .
OK, I'm tired and starting to babble ...Thanks again, you don't know how much your insight and experience has helped. I hope some day I can return the favor with my own sage advice . Have a great Thanksgiving !