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In git.general Michael Phillips <gt5773b@prism.gatech.edu> wrote:
> Realize that some people don't lead sheltered lives, such as many of you do.

Realize that not having a gun at age 8 doesn't make you sheltered, and
having one doesn't make you a man.  

I completely agree with your father teaching you respect and safety
regarding firearms at an early age.  4 may be a bit too young, but you
could obviously handle it.  I just don't agree with a child that young
having general access to any sort of gun beyond the lessons.  

Some children do not learn well, and some parents do not teach well.
Either of those things can lead to a very unpleasant accident.

> People are raised differently, my father taught me how to respect firearms and
> what they can do at the young age of 4.  But then again I grew up the son of a
> Naval Officer, not some sheltered little boy that couldn't wipe his own ass
> until he was 12.

Now then, don't get uppity cause you're the son of a naval officer.  The
armed forces, in general, are far from comprehensive or openminded about
their teachings and ideals.  That's the way we, as a country, want it
(whether we admit it or not).  But that means that there are a _lot_ of
things that you can't learn in the Navy.  

I understand you know virtually nothing about me, but don't make the
mistake of thinking I've led a sheltered life.  ;)

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