"Yes, I do. And I wanted you to know about it. I don't want there to be any surprises or misunderstandings during the night." She continued, "It's not that I don't trust you. It's just that I almost always carry a gun. And I always sleep with one. "I didn't want to leave it in the tent or my car tonight, so I brought it here." She slid the gun back in her gym bag. I didn't say anything. "Does it bother you that I have a gun? Would you rather I didn't tell you about it?" I hesitated, then said, "I can understand why a single girl camping in a tent might want to carry a gun. But do you know how to use it?" Anna nodded, "Yes, I know how to use it. I've taken the safety course, and even have a concealed carry permit, so I'm perfectly legal." I sighed, "Well, I'm glad you told me about it. But do me a favor. There's a good chance Bob will try to climb into bed with you tonight. Please don't shoot him. "In fact, try not shooting anybody in here, okay?" Anna smiled, "It's a deal.
