jmcquown wrote:
> MG wrote:
>> <snip>
>>>> So, if one part, about the baby crying is untrue, Jill, Does it make
>>>> the rest of the things to be treated the same way?, as bad advice?
>>>>
>>>> Bigbazza (Barry) Oz
>>> Did you actually read the parts where I agreed with most of your
>>> post? Or did you just focus on the one thing?
>>>
>>> Jill
>> was just about to post the same statement, you beat me to it Jill
>>
>> just as I didn't say anything about the other "warnings" as most of
>> these are common sense, not that common sense is all that common
>
> I'll add some "common sense" that wasn't in Barry's original post.
>
> Don't walk out of a store with your wallet in your hand, fumbling to get it
> into your purse (if you carry a purse). If you do that, you aren't going to
> be paying attention to who is around you. Put your money and your wallet
> away before you leave the store.
>
> If you are a man (women aren't the only people who are robbed/mugged) don't
> carry your wallet in your back pants pocket. In a crowd situation the old
> bump and lift the wallet routine is a pickpockets' dream. If it won't
> detract from fashion (heh), consider a wallet with a chain that links to
> your belt. I'm sure you can find a fine gold chain, but that would only
> attract more attention LOL
Another old anti-pickpocket device is a simple rubber band, slipped over
the wallet and the wallet stashed in a pocket. Rubber band pulls on the
trouser pocket when pickpocket attempts the pick.
>
> Always have your keys in your hand when exiting an establishment to walk to
> your car, with the car key being the one you're holding onto so you don't
> have to fumble for it.
Stick one key out between your forefinger and middle finger and it
becomes a handy eyeball scratcher if someone grabs you.
>
> When you arrive home, make sure it's the house key you're holding.
>
> If there are tall bushes or shrubs around your doorway, consider cutting
> them back or having them removed.
>
> If your entry-way is dark, invest in an outside floodlight. Motion sensor
> lights are fairly cheap. If you aren't surrounded by trees you can get
> solar-powered versions.
>
> Jill
>
>
A pet alligator also helps.