No Ammunition

There are strong convictions about guns. Bottom line, Americans are not going to amend the 2nd amendment.

The countless acts of violence should be enough to make change in our legislation. The innocent lives lost should be enough to change our perception of gun control.

As a woman I have been encouraged to carry a gun for "my protection." My sister-in-law, who is a corrections officer, took me target shooting. I was immediately turned off by the noise, but when I pulled the trigger I was burdened by the destruction these weapons cause outside of the range.

Even with my strong view for stronger laws regarding guns, my personal circle of family and friends are gun holders. My close cousin shared a photo of his new automatic with pride. My dad has heirloom rifles passed down from his father. One of my best friends has a handgun at home because her husband is deployed and she is often alone.

To add to the debate, let me offer a suggestion, no more bullets. Guns are powerless without them. That may be naive, but it could be a small step in a better direction. 

Implement a system that regulates the distribution of ammunition. Track bullets that are involved in violent crimes and trace them back to sellers and buyers and hold them accountable. Remove all social media the promotes DIY gun and bullet assembly and have strict consequences for those content creators. 

Violence is prevalent in our lives. As citizens we have to take ACTION to create safer conditions for people worldwide. When one is at risk, we all are at risk.  

CONTINUOUS PRAYERS FOR ALL THE FAMILIES AFFECTED BY ACTS OF VIOLENCE. 

WE CAN CHANGE.