Making Up for 2016

This year, I’ve told myself to try a lot of new things. Last year was horrible for me. 2016 really put me through a lot of difficult situations. This year, I’ve promised myself to make up for what I have missed out in the past.

Last week, I’ve learned how to shoot a hand gun!

I’ve always wanted to learn. My husband has always wanted me to learn how to shoot for my own protection. I’ve always put it off because I didn’t really feel comfortable with guns. I wanted to learn how to use it but I just didn’t like the big “bang” sound it produces. But last weekend, I told him, “let’s go to a shooting gallery.” He looked at me and said, “today? you want to try to shoot a gun today?” “Yes! I know I’m nervous about it and a bit scared that I might accidentally shoot myself! But I don’t want to be too scared to use it to save my life one day.” I was determined to do it. We didn’t get to shoot that day. The line at the range was long and they had to close the line for the range early. Annoyed that the day I decided to do it, it’s when I can’t do it. So we came back the next day – but much earlier this time. Getting inside with even with ear muffs and an eye protection, I could hear gunshots going off every second. The loud bangs overwhelmed the air along with the smell of gun powder. “I don’t think I can do it.” I told myself in my head. “Nope, you can’t back out now. You can do this!” I reminded myself. I ask Chris to do it first while I try to get myself used to the sound… and while loading the bullets on my gun (not really my gun since I haven’t bought one.. i was just renting from the range). While loading the bullets, my hands started to shake as I keep hearing the shotgun 5 feet away from me. It was so loud my whole body jerked every time I heard it. Two feet away from me was also a handgun just shooting the target non-stop. This went on and on… it felt like forever! I kept telling myself to focus. And so the initial pulling of the trigger. I breathed in…. then exhaled… then another deep breath… then I pulled the trigger. “bang!” “Wow, I actually did it.” Then “bang! bang! bang! bang!” Next thing I know I’m out of bullets! lol I had to reload again. This time around my hands were still a bit shaky but I was able to compose myself better. I’ll be coming back to the range soon!

Next thing on my list is SEWING!!!

One of the things I wanted to learn was to sew! (and no.. not hand stitching.. I already know that. lol) I meant using the sewing machine.

I’ve always wanted to sew. I have been looking at the sewing classes at Jo-Anns. And to my surprise, they actually have a 50% OFF for their in-store classes if you register for their class by today, August 13th! I only had to pay $17.50 for the $35 class. No coupons or promotional codes needed. It’s really 50% OFF. There are different times and days to choose from. If you want to join for me for the “Learn to Sew” (Beginner’s Level) class, you can pm me for the date and time of the class I’ve registered for. There are also other in-store classes to choose from. Aside from the beginners class and intermediate class for sewing, there are also classes for knitting, crocheting, painting & drawing, paper crafts, quilting, and food crafting. And yes, they have classes for kids too. You just have to sign for a form for minors.  #sewing

If there’s something that you’ve always wanted to do, try to do it!