The Perfect Shot

[dnalexander]

The Perfect Shot

The waves of heat rose off the barrel of my gun. A bead of sweat rolled down my forehead and stung my eyes as I squinted to keep a bead on my target. This was the most important shot I had ever taken. My thoughts drifted back to the lessons my dad taught me on shooting. Focus on your sight pattern. Remember to relax, breath, and slowly squeeze the trigger. The pictures of Vietnam from the nightly news came rushing into my head. The visions of the Vietnam war heros had been burned into my brain. This shot was important and would take everything I had to make. The situation dictated that this would be my most perfect shot and there was no room for error.  My thoughts drifted to Janet, whom I had met in first grade. She was taller than I was and had the most beautiful blue eyes. She was my first true love and had the most beautiful red hair that I had ever seen. I was doing this for her; I wanted her to be proud of me. I focused my thoughts again on the task at hand. My target blurred behind my perfectly aimed sights. I focused, my breathing slowed, and I began my slow squeeze of the trigger. My shot rang from the barrel of my gun on its' way to my target. The shot moved in slow motion and I followed the trajectory all the way to the target. The force of my shot sent my target tumbling. It was a perfect shot. The BB had gone straight through the "O" on the Coors can. I jumped up with excitement on my perfect shot. Janet gave me a hug and a kiss on the cheek . My excitement soared as I had hit my target and accomplished my ultimate goal. I had done it for Janet and she had been impressed by my skill. The moment was broken suddenly. "David, Janet ,  come inside it is time for lunch. That was just my first inkling that I would have a life long passion for guns and tall redheads.

David

[Catwoman]

That was purrrrrrrrrfectly written...Please, sir, may I have more?

[dnalexander]

Catwoman, I realize the assignment called for a 500 word essay. I did it in 400 words. I am glad you liked my story. Thanks for letting me work my writing skills.  More to come but I always need an inspirational idea. I get them here on the forum. I am glad you liked the story.

David