Rubbing Salt In Raw Wounds  To the Editor:  Thought I could
maybe help out Lou Carpenter [“The Holster On My Hip,” Letter
Hive, 8/23/13] and others confused about why many of us in
Newtown/Sandy Hook might get very upset seeing them open-carry
their weapons around town.  I realize that some of these people
might have their heart in the right place and truly may not
understand.  A few months ago, as you know, our town was rocked
by the use of guns to try to terrorize and destroy us. Needless
to say, we are highly sensitive on the subject… yes, it was a
madman using the gun, but regardless, it was a gun that was
used.  I repeat:  it was a gun.  And there are quite a few in
town who don’t have a problem with hunting rifles, revolvers,
and bows used in the right place and at the right time. I am one
of those. Those who understand that owning a gun, although a
right, is also a privilege. You respect your guns.  Here is what
I have observed:  Before this event, no one bothered with open-
carrying. It just was not re