Ruger LCP on one nighstand and an 1858 with a 6" barrel on the other.
I'd keep the 12 gauge but then I'd need a bigger nightstand
Felt compelled to say something about the whole minors having access. I was taught about guns since I was a wee girl so guns on the nightstand have always been a feature in my life.
If you don't teach your kids about guns and something bad happens then it is your own fault and I don't see what business the state has that could be worse than a parent being careless enough to have their child hurt themselves.