Reply #50: I don't feel the need...

[sendero]

... to justify my ownership of firearms with the "self defense" argument.

I have teenagers in my house so my guns are under lock and key. My ability to get to one in a home invasion situation is hampered because of that fact, but certainly not impossible.

Nonetheless, I believe in gun ownership, I own many firearms - handguns, rifles and shotguns. It is my right, as well as a responsibility, that I take seriously.

And whether it is likely I would ever use one in a self defense situation or not, I plan on keeping them.