Sir, That would have really bothered me, been there when I was fairly well off as a younger man. It is interesting as we age, to see that it's more the little things that matter, especially when you lose a lot. But a man needs a couple of things that he really enjoys, "be it a Bike or a classic car", or a fine watch or handgun.
I don't think I will ever get free enough to say I don't need those things, even though I remember being in surgery once and saying if I get through this, I am going to change the way I think.
Now not having most of what I had, doesn't really bother me as long I have what I need, in my estimation. But I still need a few things to enjoy. I don't think I will ever be that non materialistic as to say I don't really need anything, it is a higher form of mental consciousness that I am unable to achieve.
Guns are unique, they protect us and our family's, they have changed the course of history many times, as well as the amazing amount of recreational outlets, and put food on the table, and teach us responsibility we can hand down to the next generation, not many other things I can think of will do that and look as good standing still, they are functional Art, in the truest sense.
I always wonder about those who would strip us of our right to have them, but that is another discussion.
