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While we all wish it would never happen to us or anyone else for that matter it does. Its just a matter of how and when. Its like knowing what is beyond your target when firing. I made that mistake once and will never forget it. In my case a doe was laying behind some bushes and was struck. I reported it and dealt with the legal punishment.I've also been on the receiving end of a .22 discharge when it fell off a table at the range. I made the mistake and grabbed the muzzle as it was the closest part to grab. The round went through my hand.
Things happen for a reason I feel and those lessons are meant to teach us. I have no problems talking about my mistakes as a way of teaching others. You shouldn't feel ashamed to talk about it. Sure the ego has taken a big hit but as long as we learn from it and apply it to better ourselves.
