[scottiemom]

I am not easily alarmed but my concern has been steadily growing. I am retired,living about an hour from Austin, in a sparsley populated, rural town. I live on property next to my sister and brother in law. They are world travelers and I am often alone for months at a time.

I can't help but imagine the worst case scenario where the entire Texas hill country is overrun with marauding groups of lawless thugs who will stop at nothing for food and shelter.

Am I being an alarmist? It doesn't seem as though these people can be stopped in a non-violent fashion. Seriously, what exactly, are Presdent Trump's realistic options? I am an NRA member but have never owned a gun. Should I purchase one?

I would welcome practical insight from those so inclined. Thanks.

[Keyhopper]

Can’t go wrong with a shotgun. Get one you’re comfortable with.

[patriot08]

By all means; get a gun! (I have one) and a couple of big dogs to sound the alarm if someone comes around.

Can't you just imagine that hostile mob of thousands pouring across the Texas border, raping, murdering and robbing innocent Texans as they storm through small communities?

Trump and Abbott had best quit talking and DO something!

[arrogantsob]

Not only would I buy a gun but would become a capable user.

Probably a pistol would be best for you.

I do not believe this Mob will ever enter the country or even get close to it.

We are about to see a humanitarian catastrophe about to unfold.