Semper Paratus (Always Ready)

The weather was cool, but it was a nice evening for dinner downtown with his wife and daughter. Chris parked his truck in the adjoining parking lot as the girls jumped out and headed toward the restaurant to get their seat. He threw on his coat, locked up the car and turned to catch up with the girls already approaching the door of the restaurant. This night was like any other night and they looked forward to a good meal from a place they’d been to countless times. Continue reading VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND RESPONSE →

Not an option

It’s no secret that carrying a concealed pistol is one of the best tools for self-defense. If you already have your permit and actually carry your weapon, good on you. Unfortunately, there are sometimes circumstances that prevent your ability to carry a pistol. It could be that you live in a state or country that prohibits carrying a pistol or even owning a firearm. Continue reading WHEN YOU CAN’T CARRY A GUN →

Intra-office shenanigans

Twelve of us in the office act busy at our computers while keeping one eye on the target as he enters the room and makes his way to the trap armed at his desk. Without alarming the target, everyone tries to smoothly jockey for a clear view of the explosion that is moments away. He moves towards his chair as everyone grimaces in anticipation, but then heads over to the community fridge to grab his lunch. Continue reading BOOBY-TRAPS: AWESOME, BUT ALSO PRACTICAL →