If they do, let them know that you feel uncomfortable about it. Suggest that the children play at your home instead. If you own a handgun, get rid of it. Nearly all law-enforcement agencies will accept guns that are no longer wanted. Most agencies will send an officer to pick up the gun.
Many communities offer gun buy back programs to trade money, goods or services for unwanted guns.
Let's start the new millenium with a cease fire and a commitment that we all do all we can to make people realize that a home is no place for a gun. This information is brought to you by the Massachusetts College of Emergency Physicians.