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					Originally Posted by AaronM  As a pro-gun person, I firmly believe in being a "responsible gun owner."  Because of this, I'm torn when I see these kind of stories.  On one hand, I'm happy the girl was able to defend herself.  On the other, I'm wondering why an 11 year old had access to a shotgun in the first place. 
This is why the "gun debate" will go on forever.  There are pros and cons to BOTH sides.    | 
	
 Where I live most 11 year old boys know how to use a shotgun since there are tons of hunters here...girls not so much. 
Most of the people I know have guns, and they all have kids.