Narrative Essay On Shooting

Hearing the muffled sound of guns firing and seeing everything in a shade of yellow has been a normal Saturday morning for me since I was about ten. The day starts off with a drive to the Los Altos Rod & Gun Club or the Sunnyvale Rod & Gun Club with my dad. Knowing that I am about to shoot a variety of guns consisting of: shotguns, pistols, and rifles; causes my heart rate to go up. I am usually the only girl at the shooting range, and I am not the only one to notice. Whenever I step up to take my round of shooting there is always a line of viewers that gathers to watch. For most people, this pressure would make them feel uncomfortable, but for me it motivates me to show them that a girl can shoot. My average trap shooting score ranges from twenty two to twenty four out of twenty five, and once in awhile I get twenty five. This always amazes the spectators. I think that being the only girl there and doing well has showed people that gender does not change ones ability to accomplish things. It is all about hard work and perseverance. It has taken a lot of practice and time for me to get to the level I am at today. I think that it is very important to step …show more content…
I dislike the fact that people make assumptions due to gender, so by showing people that they are wrong I feel like I am taking a stand against common stereotypes. Shooting alongside grown men that are double my size can seem intimidating, and at first it was, but being exposed to this has shaped how I deal with many other situations and problems in my life. I definitely do not feel as intimidated anymore when I am faced with new situations that I may feel uncomfortable in. Having confidence in oneself is key to succeeding and learning in life, and shooting has definitely given me a lot of confidence. I have also learned that stereotypes can be proven wrong, nothing is set in stone on what I can and can not