I can't help myself from bragging a little bit about my wonderful wife on this one.....first gun she fired was a Winchester 1300 12g with pistol grips front and rear and a side folder. Not the best beginner weapon, so I was a little concerned she would drop it in the gravel and then kick me in the shins. She's 5'1" and it just about knocked her on her butt and scared the bejeezus out of her....but that smile didn't leave her face the rest of the day. She was pumping slugs through the thing in no time, and has since mastered the AR and the subcompact .45 I bought for her. Now she even works ammo into our monthly budget so I don't have to sweat it. Possibly the greatest woman ever. Sounds like you got a great catch yourself! Cheers! Nothing better than knowing your wife is perfectly capable of defending your home and family if you're away.