Predator or Prey?

I just watched a Spider build a web. It was perfect, set up to angle between the kitchen window light and it. Nature can teach us if we will heed the lessons. The eight legged predator has set the trap, much like two legged ones. 

The spider has chosen the time and place to execute the attack against the innocent. The spider has a huge advantage against an innocent insect that gets too close. That is a lesson to be learned. If you get too close, you cannot win against a seasoned predator. Awareness is key to me to avoid and back out of a potentially hostile situation if possible.

Many think if they strap on a Handgun, it is a Talisman to ward off evil. Sorry, it does not work that way on many levels. The BEST I have done presenting from concealment and getting the first accurate shot off is currently is 1.28 seconds. This is on a target that is not moving, not firing at me, and I know the test before hand. I also do not have anyone in my face to prevent me presenting the Handgun. 


In so many ways it brings up "War Games".



Yes, have a Handgun. Learn how to run it. Learn how not to be put in that position by using situational awareness if at all possible. 

Now before you get bent, remember I am an advocate of concealed carry, open carry and the Second Amendment. I tell my students that one of my main concerns on holster selection is the fact that the Handgun will stay in it if I need to run. My definition of self defense is that I get to go home at the end of the day. Period. I'm not LEO, nor am I some superhero.  


The fact that the predator already has played this game and simply views me as fresh meat in a location they chose means a great deal. If I get into this situation, I probably will not win. I will fight, but I would rather choose not to play the predators game if at all possible. The odds are always in their favor if I play the game they have setup.