I have carried since 1980. I never carried for self protection but in the hopes I could help someone in need should it ever arise. I am thankful that I have done that and never once had to pull my weapon. I saw an ad one day several years ago and thought, what if I do discharge my weapon, what would I suffer for that good deed? The more I read the more I understood why I needed USCCA! For my protection in case I ever had to protect my family or myself or even a stranger in trouble. Since joining I have have spoken up to friends that carry and explained the USCCA organization. They immediately joined. I am thankful for you guys being there; just in case.