I just wanted to say that I am going to have to disappear from the Armed Polite Society and The High Road for a while, maybe several years. I hope they are still here when I return someday. There are a number of things to which I need to pay more attention, and I spend too much time on these forums (the only ones I contribute to). Unfortunately, every paragraph I write in a thread means at least half-an-hour of pondering and composing. (I think thoroughly, not quickly!) Come to think of it, its probably been over a year since Ive fired even one round. Whats worse, the wife and I just got a television, so now Im really in danger of wasting time!
I have really enjoyed the lively debate with some of you, and I never fail to learn something when Im here. I never guessed there would be so many gun-nuts who are libertarian, Jewish, Pagan, cat-owners or all of the above. And this just brushes the surface of the diversity and collective knowledge found on these boards. I recall straightening out someone named Pat Rogers on the definition of machine gun some time ago, and wondering why everyone thought I was either gutsy or foolish to argue with him. Then I learned about his credentials.
I would especially like to thank Hunter Rose and Salukifan for challenging my arguments, and forcing me to think a little harder. My first few months, I was pretty rough around the edges, but I have learned quite a bit about how to argue effectively and politely.
I will be watching for response to this thread, but beyond that, Im gonna need to quit. If you catch me responding to any other threads, please remind to shut up and go do something. Thanks everyone, and best wishes!
