The writing on the wall

"Align your sight with the target. Keep your focus on the target, not the gun." Audrey's voice filled the cold chilly night.

I followed her guidelines with my hand vehemently pressed to the gun as I pulled the trigger.

The bullet hit the shoulder mark of the target.

"Not bad." Finally praise from Audrey.

"Key both eyes open to ease focusing and reduce eyes strain."

I realized I was flinching my eyes, So I kept them open and focus.

I shot the target aiming for the head mark but I missed it.

"When you are about to shoot draw your breath and exhale about half of it. Then hold your breath as you squeeze the trigger."

"Okay."

I did as she instructed and nearly hit the mark but my grip on the gun was unsteady and I shot through the empty air.

I groan in frustration.