minesafety

Hey -- I was there. As far as I am concerned, pulling your gun out to show your friend is reckless disregard for other's safety. Couldn't hehave shown his buddy at one of their houses? What the story doesn't tell you is that there was a family with a newborn and toddler (2 - maybe) sitting at the table next to them, a family of six sitting across from them, and then my friend and I having our girls lunch out,and then there was the manager seating people and the waitress. Had that gun misfired in any other direction, he could have easily injured or killed someone else. As it was, he put a significant hole in his hand. Part of me feels bad for him -- 70 years old and now he faces his retirement years missing his pinky and part of his hand. On the other hand, part of me says, "You deserve what you got," and I am just furious. Yes, this is the type of yahoo that gives gun owners a bad reputation. As far as losing his permit, he apparently has several handguns. However, whether he loses his rights will obviously be up to a judge. I think he should be barred from having a handgun. On another note, the Cottage is a well respected establishment in our hamlet, and Hillary has done a fantastic job over the last several years of making improvements. You can't beat the food, or service. What's even better is that is doesn't matter if you come in your barn clothes, camo, or a business suit, you will be treated the same. As a matter of fact, the front area was filled with duck hunters when we came in. There is a game room that the kids all play in, while their parents can sit and chat waiting for food. We all appreciate what the Cottage has to offer our community, which is a small, laid back place with great food, great prices and great service.