The reason I choose to carry has nothing to do with being an escort. I exercize my right to own, carry, and conceal a firearm because I can. And was carrying long before I entered into this business.

I am a trained marks-"woman", and enjoy shooting as a hobby.

I wish more people would carry, and carry smart. Ie: be trained, practice often and know when it's appropriate to use it.
I fear that the government will take away the right to have your firearm with you if enough people aren't serious about keeping that around.

I have never had to use a weapon, and don't foresee needing to use one, but it's nice to know that I have that option available to me.


I suggest that everyone whether you want to carry or not, take a firearms safety class, as well as the AZCCW course. Knowledge can never hurt

Dearest Tina:

I am sorry if I offended you. It was not my intention and I did not mean to slight the profession in any way.

I agree; the right to bear arms is an esteemed American privilege (I like your picture, by the way!).

The Sheika enjoys shooting, too; though I don’t go to the range as often as I should.

PEACE,

Sheik Fatima
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Re: "Packing heat"...by SHEIKA FATIMA

Very disturbing!  If you pre-screen and check the references there shouldn't be a need for anyone to have to carry a weapon.

I don't disagree that we all have a right to bear arms - I spent 20 years of my life protecting that (and other) freedoms.  I just don't think that it's needed and would not feel comfortable knowing that someone is bringing a weapon into my home.  

In this day with the stories violence against the ladies, I can understand that some ladies would want to security of carrying.
However, I knew a very popular lady who told me she carried a .38 in her purse on every appointment, "just in case".
She actually carried it into the room and never told her client.
The problem was, she wasn't licensed to carry a concealed weapon and had no training.
That scared me to no end.

As Tina said, if someone gets the proper training, practices with it, and gets the proper license, I have no problem with a lady carrying a weapon for her protection.
BUT...if you are going to carry a weapon, you must be mentally and emotionally willing and able to take anothers life, if necessary, to protect your own.
A gun is not a toy, it is not a threat.
It is the last resort, the final straw, the no other option left answer to saving your own life. If you pull it, you must be ready and willing to use it.  

BTW, I do have a CCW in Florida, and I do carry a Sig 226 under certain circumstances.

Just my opinion...
B

I absolutely support the right to 'bear arms'.
But I prefer to 'bare arms' myself.

I think that the trend of violence against providers is not a new one.  I do think that today's woman is bit more empowered when it comes to handling her own safety and that could be a catalyst for increased gun ownership.

Having been a victim in the past, I didn't turn towards 'packing heat' because I have a personal aversion to firearms.  But the experience certainly made me consider it.  Instead, I found some alternative safety measures that have worked out well for me so far.

On the other hand, providers have only a split-second at the door to consider whether their guest might be packing heat.  A scary thought.  

Perhaps the trend will become 'strip searches' as an ice-breaker.  Might not be all bad.  

Even though I grew up with weapons and used to hunt, the only protection I need these days is my dog

voff, voff!!

Swedish Anna

Im rated marksman on both the .45 and the 9mm as well as sundry long arms. I even have the correct permits to carry a concealed weapon however i choose not too.

Now if i were in a situation of dubious legality were i to know the other person was armed i certainly would also feel the need to be armed, peferably with my 1100 Remington behind some hard cover with a nice field of fire

so rather than succumb to my inherent paranoia id have to ask them to leave i do believe.