[P95Carry]

It is gratifying to know that indeed, there are good folks around - way more than bad if truth known, but it is the bad that make their presence felt.

While we would all like to be totally self sufficient there are times when help from a (genuine) other can be vital and it is what helps the world go round.

I helped a disabled vet years ago struggling to change his tire because of a flat. He was almost effusive with this thanks and wanted to pay me! I declined and just reminded him that some time he will be at a place and at a time when he can assist someone else - it is all part of what goes around comes around. It applies just as much to good deeds as evil.

I am glad your friends got help when they needed it QK but - pretty obviously, cannot but help think they would have been a shade less scared had they had their own means of defence - the predators are always out during emergencies, waiting to cash in on the misery of others.

 

[Rob72]

I lived off the 610 & Cavalcade, in Houston, for awhile. Good place to be heavily armed; you would also be obscenely out-numbered, if SHTF......

 

[havegunjoe]

I am glad your friends came through the hurricane unscathed. They sound like wonderful peope who don't, or should I say didn't have a clue how terrible some folks can be. I'm talking about the scum loitering around the gas station, not Mr. G.

They are the kind of people that would never think of arming themselves. I have many of those types in my family. That's their choice but I consider it a poor choice. It would be interesting to hear what their reply would be if you suggested that they consider gun training and perhaps arm themselves in the event of another bug out situation. My guess is that they would be agast at the very thought of protecting themselves with a firearm.

 

[Tangle]

I am glad your friends came through the hurricane unscathed. They sound like wonderful peope who don't, or should I say didn't have a clue how terrible some folks can be. I'm talking about the scum loitering around the gas station, not Mr. G.

They are the kind of people that would never think of arming themselves. I have many of those types in my family. That's their choice but I consider it a poor choice. It would be interesting to hear what their reply would be if you suggested that they consider gun training and perhaps arm themselves in the event of another bug out situation. My guess is that they would be agast at the very thought of protecting themselves with a firearm.

That pretty much says it for me too. I have good people, family members and some friends, that don't carry. I love'em but like havegunjoe said, it's their choice, but it's a poor choice.

 

[rocky]

I guess they ere lucky. To not go armed, especially during a crisis is like putting a sign up," rob me". Lots of thugs? How do ya really know. I bet on some days folks look at me and worry too. I work contruction and it tends to destroy clothes, so I wear old worn stuff. (and forget to shave some too). Bottom line, be prepared for the worst.

 

[havegunjoe]

After Katrina they had this fellow being interviewed on the news about how fast the water rose in his home trapping them. He said in a matter of minutes the water was up his street and flooding his home. His next comment was priceless I thought. He said, " we gabbed the guns, ammo, food, and water and headed upstairs". I told the wife the only thing he left out was toilet paper.

 

[QKShooter]

Yep, They Were Very Lucky.

It is always better to have something more substantial with you than just Luck.
My friends thought that they would avoid the traffic & the usual problems by leaving their home in the middle of night.
Of course thousands of other folks thought exactly the same thing. Their car was an extremely expensive car...I'll leave it at that & it failed the test.
Car Trouble ~ that was something that they never thought would happen just going to a destination less than 100 miles away.

 

[KC135]

Sheep and sheepdogs, thanks to a sheepdog they survived.

But did they learn anything??

Can't run air forever when car is at idle or stop and go at average of 4MPH.
Car likely had vapor lock.

Great people without doubt--but people without a clue.

Hope someone who loves them takes the couple in hand and teachs them about life.

They were very lucky this time.

 

[QKShooter]

Kc135

Agree 100%
Sadly Miles will never carry a firearm for protection.
He has been medically indoctrinated - Cure Never Kill.
Extremely intelligent guy...Go Figure!
I have already tried to sway him. All I can do is pray that they stay lucky.
Next time (if there is a next time) I will probably need to go down there and play BodyGuard for them.

 

[gunthorp]

Thanks. Heart warming and fore warning.

A navy carrier pilot brought his wife, a surgeon, to class. Afterward, she related her fear of guns and denial of the need for self protection had vanished. Who knows when or what cause will spark the logic that will especially captivate the intelligent mind?

Never give up on family and friends.

 

[Q-ball]

Sadly Miles will never carry a firearm for protection. He has been medically indoctrinated - Cure Never Kill. Extremely intelligent guy...Go Figure!

So now that he's an MD he can't protect himself? I feel sorry for your friends.

I am glad they made it out ok.

 

[Miggy]

After Katrina they had this fellow being interviewed on the news about how fast the water rose in his home trapping them. He said in a matter of minutes the water was up his street and flooding his home. His next comment was priceless I thought. He said, " we gabbed the guns, ammo, food, and water and headed upstairs". I told the wife the only thing he left out was toilet paper.

Did anybody saw (heard) something similar but with Rita? On Fox news they were interviewing one guy, his last name was Karr or Parr, I can't recall exactly but he was on the phone with the Fox morning crew and he was explaining that he couldn't evacuate because of the intense traffic jam so he decide to ride it out. He said something like:

"I have plenty of water, a footlocker full of canned food, guns and 1,500 rounds of ammunition. I think I am OK."
"And we will be right back with more coverage from Texas"
Cut to commercial.

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