when people ask why i carry i usually say something along the lines. you have house insurance right? incase something happens to the house, car insurance in case something happens to the car. this is my insurance that i will be able to try to defend myself if put in a life or death situation. usually shuts them up lol or they make some off color comment and walk away. either or, doesnt bother me much anymore. i do what i want within the laws limits and they can jump on their high horse and gallop into the sunset for all i care