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Indoor Lighting
You hear this advice all the time, but it is worth repeating: Always leave a light or 2 on in your home. I use the bathrooom light and 1 other. Why? Because someone can be in the bathroom at any … Continue reading
Light switches
The light switches that have a clock built in so that they turn on and turn off on a pre-determined schedule can be useful if you go on a trip or want to be sure you are coming home to … Continue reading
Identity theft
I saw this on a list serve I use a lot and liked it. The issue was one of identity theft since someone discovered that another person was using their name and credit. Anyway, Michael T. Spadea (who I don’t … Continue reading
Identity security and your Mailbox
I haven’t confirmed this one but I’ve heard of a new scam: people steal your outgoing mail from the home mailbox at the end of the month to get bill and credit card and checking information. Then they use the … Continue reading
Watch what you shoot at!
Today I read about VP Cheney’s hunting trip. Apparently he shot a companion in the head and chest with his shotgun. Fortunately, the companion is expected to live. But let’s think about this a minute. Our VP is surrounded by … Continue reading
Weapons training
While I’m thinking about it, if you do decide to get a weapon for self-defense, get the proper training to use it. And take a refresher course periodically. And practice using the weapon safely. I don’t mean just practice shooting, … Continue reading
Do you feel like a Sherpa?
If so, you are not alone. Today’s Washington Post Style Section has a big article about how much many of us carry around with us. (Wish I could figure out how to past the link here.) http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/02/07/AR2006020702030.html One woman is … Continue reading
Comment Response
Greg Broiles makes a very good comment in his response to my last post. It is true that many people live where it is difficult or impossible to get a concealed carry permit. My post was for people who *can* … Continue reading
defense against a firearm
While I think about it, here is the magic secret to self defense when the other person has a firearm: place a solid brick wall (or the equivalent) between you and the person and run like Hell! There is no … Continue reading
Get a Permit
It almost seems redundant but there are many people out there who buy firearms for defense and don’t get a concealed carry permit. This is silly. I don’t care what state you live in, or what the local state laws … Continue reading
