Lots of interesting reading in this Thread. My house is pretty well protected with motion lights all around, an alarm system that has its own cell phone and battery backup, and a rescue dog that is always on alert. I recently installed a Ring Doorbell that activates when someone is within 30' of my front door and begins recording 1080p video, whether the doorbell is rung or not. The door bell camera works so well I am soon going to install one of their remote video cameras as well.

The NRA offers a class titled "Refuse to be A Victim" that my wife and I attended. It is well worth the time and nominal fee and you will learn things you have never even thought about in regards to personal safety at home and on the street. It is not a gun class and firearms are just briefly discussed. Check it out.

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