That's very good advice, huskylover.
I would hate to see one of in a situation where we've been forced to protect ourselves, only to have a prosecutor or BG's attorney pull up a post from this forum that makes it look like we are trigger-happy and looking for a chance to blow someone away.
In my opinion, using my handgun for protection is an absolute LAST resort. I will always try to escape from an attacker if possible.
I run scenarios through my head all the time, and I'm sure the rest of you do, as well. Things like: "If I'm at the grocery store, and I hear a gun fire inside the store, what do I do? The answer depends on whether I'm alone or if my family/friends are with me. Are they beside me, or somewhere else in the store?" I make a note of where emergency exits are in every building I enter. This isn't just because I fear an attacker, but mostly because I want to know how to get out if there is a fire or earthquake. Mostly, though, I think it's because I am always aware of my surroundings.