Does she have a sister? I average about1 gun every 2 years and the wife can't stand guns. We are both from Alaska, too ( near Fairbanks, where are you?).She grew up around guns and hunting , so I can't figure it out. Some yearsI have a dry spell with no new purchases, only accessories. New barrels, grips for the revolver, etc. I still go hunting with the same Winchester mod 770 30-06that my Father in law bought in 1971 at the PX at Ft. Wainwright. $99 brand new. Can't ever part with that one. I recently added a 12 gaugeMaverick to the harem. All kinds of goodies to buyfor that one!