BULL'S EYE!

I suddenly realized that it's been a while since I last posted here.

It's been a busy month for me, in terms of my social life . And I must say, I am having sooo much fun!

After my interest in travel waned, I had more time to mingle with friends - old and new. And found, to my delight, that there's so much out there that I can and would like to do!

Talking to people is one of them. I used to be so anti-social, having a hard time opening up conversation with strangers. But after a few hesitant tries, to which those people have responded warmly to, I find it so easy to approach people now.

I have discovered that all it takes to talk to someone is a simple "hello". It works wonders, believe me.

Anyway, last weekend, I went with a newfound friend to a shooting range which he's been telling me about. I wasn't interested in target shooting before, but after he described it to me, I got curious and wanted to give it a try. Fortunately, my new friend was willing to take me there.

So off we went. I asked for the lightest pistol they had ('cause I was afraid I wouldnt be able to handle the recoil of a heavy gun), and they gave me a .45 caliber pistol.

One of the staff assisted me and taught me the basics - how to handle the gun, the proper stance, how to take aim, and how to pull the trigger properly. So after a few tries with a blank magazine, he declared me ready.

As he inserted the loaded magazine into the pistol, I could feel my heart start beating faster. I tried to calm myself a bit, 'cause I know my erratic pulse would affect my aim.

Inhale. Exhale.

Inhale. Exhale.

Inhale. Exhale.

Okay, Im ready.

So I aimed. Took the proper stance. CLicked the safety button down.

Then I fired.

And I hit the bull's eye.