Just being Safe.

We all think we are safe in our homes, a place to relax and feel one hundred percent secure, but this is not always the case. We can achieve this, but it does take effort, and certain rules must be applied.
I think that everyone, once in his life, especially in high risk countries, has said, I wish I knew that, or I wish I had done that. Knowledge is never dear and can eliminate a lot of mistakes that we are prone to make. These mistakes are costly not only financially, but they can cause great physical suffering that we cannot put a price on, even death.

Every time I hear about a friend or family member becomes a victim of these murderous parasites I feel as if I could have done more to help.
In any combat zone its much easier to know your enemy and draw the line. In civilian life its much more difficult with friends or a family member sometimes being the perpetrator.

Here are just a few 'tips' that I can mention that could possibly be of use to friend or foe in the long haul.


If living on the ground floor or in a basement property then keep in mind that they are the most vulnerable.


Detached houses, especially when set well back from the road and screened by walls, fences, trees and bushes, are easy targets. They may suggest a wealthier lifestyle and more valuables. It is also less likely that the burglar will be observed by neighbours or passers-by. Properties backing on to vacant plots, alleyways, public parks and other routes allowing easy access (and getaway) have a greater risk of burglary. An adjacent building site or scaffolding makes a house particularly vulnerable.
You don't have to be wealthy to be burgled! Most homes have a television, stereo, video equipment or other electrical items, all relatively easy to dispose of. Small items such as cash, cameras, watches, medals and jewellery may be slipped into pockets, an important consideration if you have to leave a house by climbing out of an upstairs window!
You can improve the security of the site where you live and also make the house itself more difficult to break into. Security is also an important consideration when looking for a new home, knowing some of the high-risk factors could be one of the influences in your choice.
A home is full of dangers, having all the ingredients for disaster under one roof. Everyone is vulnerable, especially the young and the elderly. The young are inquisitive and adventurous with little sense of fear or danger. The elderly are impaired by slower reactions, forgetfulness, faulty hearing and sight.
We must protect and safeguard our homes so our family and possessions are safe. We can turn our home into a fortress by locking all doors and barring windows, but this can be counterproductive if we have a fire. So a balance must be reached where we are secure but can still evacuate the building in an emergency.
A home is full of dangers, having all the ingredients for disaster under one roof. Everyone is vulnerable, especially the young and the elderly. The young are inquisitive and adventurous with little sense of fear or danger. The elderly are impaired by slower reactions, forgetfulness, faulty hearing and sight.