The Three Most Dangerous Places for Women

After reading an article online this morning, a few things came to my mind. The article discusses the three most dangerous places for women.

http://www.news9.com/story/14529766/three-most-dangerous-places-for-women

One thing I think about all the time is my safety when I go shopping. Whether it is pumping gas, going to Wal-Mart, or getting my truck washed, I am always aware of my surroundings. I never take chances. I very seldom talk on my phone while driving. If I know I will be engaged in a long conversation, I will pull over in a parking lot and finish my conversation. I am also very picky at which parking lot I pull in to. I do not take any chances.
Even though it may be during the daytime, it is amazing how many crimes actually happen in the middle of the day when people are not paying attention. Anytime I am doing some paperwork in my truck, or talking on my cell phone, I make sure my windows are rolled up when I park in a parking lot…and my doors are locked. There is no reason to invite trouble.

Here is a little more advice……for men and women, but especially for woman. Anytime you are going to a department store, mall, or Wal-Mart, never, ever, talk on your phone while you are getting out of your car, or while you are walking up to the store. Always check your surroundings before you get out of your car. You never know when someone may be watching you and waiting for the window of opportunity. The same thing goes when you are walking out to your car after shopping. Do not get on your cell phones until you have gotten in your car and locked your doors. Never leave a store talking on your cell phone. Your mind is elsewhere and you are not paying attention to your surroundings.

When you go to wash your car at a car wash, always check your surroundings. If you need change, go to the change machine, but stand to the side when putting your money in. Never stand with your back to others….it’s a good way to get mugged. Once you start washing your vehicle, continue to look around constantly, especially if you wash your car after dark. I would highly suggest if you wash your car after dark, you bring someone with you. As a matter of fact, if you go to a car wash to vacuum out your vehicle, never, ever, do it after dark. Even if someone is with you, vacuuming your car at a car wash after dark is not a good idea. I very seldom vacuum my car in the daylight at a car wash….it’s too dangerous because your back is always to the general public and you are always at a disadvantage.

If you are pumping gas, stay off your cell phone and check your surroundings before you get out of your vehicle. Never leave your purse exposed in the front seat. If you are paying at the pump, use your card and immediately put it back in your purse or billfold. If you have to go into a convenience store, always turn your engine off and lock your doors before entering the store. Never leave your car running and unlocked and NEVER leave a child unattended in your car. That is just plain stupidity.

As you will notice, most of this advice centers around the use of cell phones. Even though cell phones are a great thing to use, they can also be a bad thing. When a person is engaged in a conversation, they are not paying attention to what is going on around them. Always be on the alert and always check your surroundings. Don’t be paranoid, just be safety conscious
 
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