I enjoy the sound of the distant crack of rifle fire.

Another deer rifle season comes to a close. My favorite time of year. I get out in the woods on ambush, my trusty rifle cradled in my arms with just the subtle quiet noises of nature and weather and have time to think as a huMan back in his natural element.
The crack of vicinity rifle fire breaks the quiet and causes a whole shift in thought and reflection. Every sense i have on full alert expecting a whitetail buck to thunderbolt through my fire lane.

The random crackling of rifle fire; one shot here, 3 overthere, reminds me of the sound of skirmishes across the country side. It takes me to Lexington and Concord of the American Revolution. The "Shot heard 'round the world".
The crack of rifle fire reminds me of freedom, of struggle, of self determination, survival, and ability to choose your ground.
The crack of rifle fire gives me HOPE and CHANGE promised but undelivered by others yet potential to bring it with my freedom, my carbine, and my own two hands.
The Crack of rifle fire inspires me and makes me pround to be an American. The American Hunter and Woodsman IS Homeland Security.
The crack of rifle fire is thrilling and gives me hope for USA.