Shower vs. Armed - Page 7

gottabkiddin · October 27th, 2009, 08:53 PM

Okay, truthful answer here. If I'm alone in the house I set the alarm and my LCP stays in the front pocket of the shorts, or jeans that I'm coming out of when gettin in the shower. If something goes down, my alarm will give me some amount of advanced warning and I'm good with that.

EvilMonk · October 28th, 2009, 05:19 AM

I guess Rogerthat has a point. I mean if I was going to perform a home invasion, I would wait for a best case scenario to occur. The shower is a top contender for just that title. When we go to sleep, it can take some of us an hour or more to get into a deep REM sleep state. Some of us are light sleepers. Not to mention that the darkness would be as much a hindrance as an asset.

Meanwhile, in the shower, you're distracted. Soap on your face, hands, feet, and so on. The noise from the water, fan, radio, etc. will keep you from hearing anyone coming in. I can tell you from personal experience that in some apartment buildings (remember folks, we use pressboard and Celotex in this country) you can easily hear when your neighbor is taking a shower (or many other activities as well).

On the other hand, it does strike me as a bit on the paranoid side. Emphasis on the "bit" part. Yes, I have put a Glock on the toilet tank for an easy grab if I hear a foreign sound. Yes, I have considered a more robust strategy for moments when I am not at a tactically sound position. Yes, I have noticed a distinct lack of consideration on my part for some portions of my day.

But I guess that I consider (not a judgment call on ANYONE BUT MYSELF) my actions to be flying in the face of my own naturally occurring fears. I have PTSD from Iraq, and it is difficult to differentiate between a sound strategy for safety and plain old paranoia. It is just my way of telling myself to "Shut-up and relax" sometimes. Will this become an issue later?

God, I hope not.

But in the meantime, I will only take the actions that I NEED to to protect my family and myself. Every time I strap on my gun, I weigh the odds and decide from there. I don't Constant Carry, I only do so when I feel that the odds are not in my favor.

Bathroom Business in general is one moment of many that we are all in a "guard-down" state, and I try to balance my carrying habits to such accordingly.

celticredneck · October 28th, 2009, 09:24 AM

I keep a 9mm in the bathroom at all times, and lock the door, whenever I'm in there for any reason. Before everyone gets all upset, I'm over 65 and no young kids around, just the wife and myself.

Random · October 28th, 2009, 10:12 AM

I have to admit - after 7 pages, I'm surprised this hasn't come up.

Ah, well, someone had to :)

64zebra · October 28th, 2009, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Random

I have to admit - after 7 pages, I'm surprised this hasn't come up.

Ah, well, someone had to :)

post 39 mentioned it
http://www.defensivecarry.com/vbulle...01-post39.html

Quote:

Originally Posted by Geronimo45

Bah. Some of us have seen Psycho.

charliej47 · October 28th, 2009, 01:39 PM

When I was younger and had to travel I NEVER left home without a defensive blade taped to my thigh. It never came off unless I was swimming until I came home.

If I'm up, I'm armed!

No matter when, no matter where if it is legal.

I have come out of a sound sleep grabbing for my weapon because of a strange noise.

I have dogs at home that will bark if they hear a strange noise. one of the dogs stays in my bedroom with me and my wife.

I know that someone can get to me but I will take care to see that I am prepared whenever possible.

RogerThat · October 28th, 2009, 01:48 PM

I'm a true believer in murphys law. I do prep for incase of home invasion or someone lurking in my home. The best one of them all as most would agree.. is to have a gun nearby. There for I'm going to take advantage of the fact that I have one in all scenarios. I don't think someone is going to break in my home when I'm showering or doing other things as well, but I do know there is a possibility. That in itself is enough reason for me to not ignore it. Paranoia can also save ones life if you want to even call it that. Paranoia is anxiety or fear that isn't rational, but know that most people who don't like the fact that you even have a gun on you when your out in public think that you are paranoid. So there are different levels and degrees of this. Am I slightly paranoid? Or are you obliviant? Are anti-gun peeps Obliviant? or are you paranoid? Perception is reality. I'm not going to duct tape a gun to me while I'm in the shower, but I am going to leave one in my bathroom as I know I'm eliminating a slight possibility of being caught off guard. To whoever said they could just stab me through the shower curtains... I coincidentally have clear transparent shower curtains. Not something I planned.

walrusjax · October 28th, 2009, 03:45 PM

I wear a bandoleer and 2 six-guns in the shower.....oh yeah, and boots.

subierex · October 28th, 2009, 08:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by walrusjax

I wear a bandoleer and 2 six-guns in the shower.....oh yeah, and boots.

I'm really thinking you should consider the claymores. It's gonna be in for 2010.

Patti · October 28th, 2009, 09:06 PM

Skip the shower.

Take a bubble bath.

Problem solved.

October 27th, 2009, 08:53 PM	#61
gottabkiddin Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Earth, 33°46'18.21"N 84°23'21.87"W Posts: 1,347	Okay, truthful answer here. If I'm alone in the house I set the alarm and my LCP stays in the front pocket of the shorts, or jeans that I'm coming out of when gettin in the shower. If something goes down, my alarm will give me some amount of advanced warning and I'm good with that. __________________ When seconds count, a Cop is only minutes away. Never hit anyone in anger unless you're sure you can get away with it. "Russell Ziskey" Glock 36, Kahr CW9, Glock 23, Taurus 24 7 Pro DS, Ruger LCP, S&W 642...ect

October 28th, 2009, 05:19 AM	#62
EvilMonk Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N. Kentucky Area Posts: 275	I guess Rogerthat has a point. I mean if I was going to perform a home invasion, I would wait for a best case scenario to occur. The shower is a top contender for just that title. When we go to sleep, it can take some of us an hour or more to get into a deep REM sleep state. Some of us are light sleepers. Not to mention that the darkness would be as much a hindrance as an asset. Meanwhile, in the shower, you're distracted. Soap on your face, hands, feet, and so on. The noise from the water, fan, radio, etc. will keep you from hearing anyone coming in. I can tell you from personal experience that in some apartment buildings (remember folks, we use pressboard and Celotex in this country) you can easily hear when your neighbor is taking a shower (or many other activities as well). On the other hand, it does strike me as a bit on the paranoid side. Emphasis on the "bit" part. Yes, I have put a Glock on the toilet tank for an easy grab if I hear a foreign sound. Yes, I have considered a more robust strategy for moments when I am not at a tactically sound position. Yes, I have noticed a distinct lack of consideration on my part for some portions of my day. But I guess that I consider (not a judgment call on ANYONE BUT MYSELF) my actions to be flying in the face of my own naturally occurring fears. I have PTSD from Iraq, and it is difficult to differentiate between a sound strategy for safety and plain old paranoia. It is just my way of telling myself to "Shut-up and relax" sometimes. Will this become an issue later? God, I hope not. But in the meantime, I will only take the actions that I NEED to to protect my family and myself. Every time I strap on my gun, I weigh the odds and decide from there. I don't Constant Carry, I only do so when I feel that the odds are not in my favor. Bathroom Business in general is one moment of many that we are all in a "guard-down" state, and I try to balance my carrying habits to such accordingly. __________________ That which does not kill us leaves us broken and bleeding... Convenire Volui Spectatus

October 28th, 2009, 01:39 PM	#66
charliej47 Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Middletown, Ohio Posts: 21	Carrying When I was younger and had to travel I NEVER left home without a defensive blade taped to my thigh. It never came off unless I was swimming until I came home. If I'm up, I'm armed! No matter when, no matter where if it is legal. I have come out of a sound sleep grabbing for my weapon because of a strange noise. I have dogs at home that will bark if they hear a strange noise. one of the dogs stays in my bedroom with me and my wife. I know that someone can get to me but I will take care to see that I am prepared whenever possible. __________________ The Second Amendment is about the right to be able to protect oneself from all who would do us harm including Legislators! I came into this world screaming and covered in someone Else's blood, don't care if I go out the same way

October 28th, 2009, 01:48 PM	#67
RogerThat Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 30	I'm a true believer in murphys law. I do prep for incase of home invasion or someone lurking in my home. The best one of them all as most would agree.. is to have a gun nearby. There for I'm going to take advantage of the fact that I have one in all scenarios. I don't think someone is going to break in my home when I'm showering or doing other things as well, but I do know there is a possibility. That in itself is enough reason for me to not ignore it. Paranoia can also save ones life if you want to even call it that. Paranoia is anxiety or fear that isn't rational, but know that most people who don't like the fact that you even have a gun on you when your out in public think that you are paranoid. So there are different levels and degrees of this. Am I slightly paranoid? Or are you obliviant? Are anti-gun peeps Obliviant? or are you paranoid? Perception is reality. I'm not going to duct tape a gun to me while I'm in the shower, but I am going to leave one in my bathroom as I know I'm eliminating a slight possibility of being caught off guard. To whoever said they could just stab me through the shower curtains... I coincidentally have clear transparent shower curtains. Not something I planned. __________________ A man with a briefcase can steal millions more than any man with a gun. No law ever prevented a crime. -Anonymous A Fool refuses to protect himself, his family, and his home. - Me

October 28th, 2009, 03:45 PM	#68
walrusjax Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 27	I wear a bandoleer and 2 six-guns in the shower.....oh yeah, and boots. __________________ I am the Walrus...Goo Goo Goo Joob “Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch. Liberty is a well-armed lamb contesting the vote.” –Benjamin Franklin

October 28th, 2009, 09:24 AM	#63
celticredneck Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Amelia Virginia Posts: 255	I keep a 9mm in the bathroom at all times, and lock the door, whenever I'm in there for any reason. Before everyone gets all upset, I'm over 65 and no young kids around, just the wife and myself.

October 28th, 2009, 10:12 AM	#64
Random Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Clayton NC Posts: 267	I have to admit - after 7 pages, I'm surprised this hasn't come up. Ah, well, someone had to :)

October 28th, 2009, 09:06 PM	#70
Patti Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Missouri, The Show Me State Posts: 1,168	Skip the shower. Take a bubble bath. Problem solved. __________________ Marxism game plan = Make 51% of Americas population dependent upon the fed govt for its subsistence, bribe their vote, keep themselves in power & keep the remaining portion of Americas productive population enslaved to pay the bills.

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