I have a big dog, big and small guns, and cameras. Someone would have to be really stupid to break in. Alas, the meth is strong here, so it wouldn't surprise me if someone did.
I have to second what @narfcake said, it is kinda a combo deal. Basically you want to be armed in case of burglary (darn Hobbitses are everywhere these days); not have many nice things in the first place (except for the occasional items that are precious to you); living where burglaries are rare and advertising that you have a security system (like living somewhere in the mountains, maybe leave some bones around outside as a warning); some creature that can ward off intruders like a dog (or orc) do nicely.
Sometimes though, despite all your preventative work, you just have to accept that some nasty noser will come along and steals it from us--I mean you.
I live one street away from a Mormon church. I am not religious, but I recognize the power of the Mormon crime free bubble. Haven't had a single door knocker in 4 years either, so I think there is a blind zone around them for that too.
Live on a street with a bunch of retired neighbors. They know e..v..e..r..y..t..h..I..n..g. I dropped a pen getting into my car the other day. It was big news!
For some reason, my house is the only one on the block that wasn't burglarized in the last 5 years. Might have something to do with the alarm company sign. Might have something to do with the roses and other sharp pointed plants under the windows.
Have a teen who complains her mom won't buy good stuff to all her friends (TV has a converter box, laptop screen is broken so attached to a monitor, the ghetto van is 24 years old, an ancient boom box in the living room clearly visible from the window…). The neighborhood thugs then feel sorry for her and don't bother the house.
Security system, high security locks, 2 pit bulls and a 12 gauge.
I did have my stereo stolen out of my truck when I was on vacation though. I wasn't that upset about it because it was actually broken and the insurance company bought me a brand new one that was like $600 retail.
I live in the neighborhood of the burgalars. You know the saying "don't shit where you eat" or is it "don't shit in your neighbor's yard." Either way, good advice.
You forgot, live near an expensive neighborhood. It has worked for us for years. Except for a crime spree by the granddaughter of a neighbor. She would rob a house every time she visited to get drug money. Nobody pays attention to a teenage girl walking around. At least until they saw her climbing into a window.
A combination of them all.
I have a big dog, big and small guns, and cameras. Someone would have to be really stupid to break in. Alas, the meth is strong here, so it wouldn't surprise me if someone did.
I have to second what @narfcake said, it is kinda a combo deal. Basically you want to be armed in case of burglary (darn Hobbitses are everywhere these days); not have many nice things in the first place (except for the occasional items that are precious to you); living where burglaries are rare and advertising that you have a security system (like living somewhere in the mountains, maybe leave some bones around outside as a warning); some creature that can ward off intruders like a dog (or orc) do nicely.
Sometimes though, despite all your preventative work, you just have to accept that some nasty noser will come along and steals it from us--I mean you.
Orcs are great deterrents for thieves and in-laws
Speak softly and carry a loud stick.
Give me a corndog and i'll consider not robbing you.
I have poison ivy in the yard. If it happens, I'll just tell the police to look for the itchy burglar.
None of the above - I was burglarized in January.
Good news: I don't have any nice stuff left.
You forgot to put attack cats on the list.
I live one street away from a Mormon church. I am not religious, but I recognize the power of the Mormon crime free bubble. Haven't had a single door knocker in 4 years either, so I think there is a blind zone around them for that too.
Nice try, Meh. You ain't jacking my stuff.
Live on a street with a bunch of retired neighbors. They know e..v..e..r..y..t..h..I..n..g. I dropped a pen getting into my car the other day. It was big news!
I would go crazy, I can't stand nosey people.
coming from a big family I'm used to everyone knowing my business.
@JonT You made Pinocchio sad.
For some reason, my house is the only one on the block that wasn't burglarized in the last 5 years. Might have something to do with the alarm company sign. Might have something to do with the roses and other sharp pointed plants under the windows.
Heads up, your neighbors assume you're the burglar.
I keep a few Frenchmen on the roof who taunt anyone who tries to break in.
Have the Holy Hand-grenade ready too.
"Not have any nice stuff" Is number one? Buying from Meh.com can change this. Meh.
I have Nickleback blasting in my house 24/7
Your neighbors haven't burned down your house?
Have a teen who complains her mom won't buy good stuff to all her friends (TV has a converter box, laptop screen is broken so attached to a monitor, the ghetto van is 24 years old, an ancient boom box in the living room clearly visible from the window…). The neighborhood thugs then feel sorry for her and don't bother the house.
I retired. I'm now around the house pretty much always, and we're well armed.
Oh Yeah! That's what I'm talking about.
Security system, high security locks, 2 pit bulls and a 12 gauge.
I did have my stereo stolen out of my truck when I was on vacation though. I wasn't that upset about it because it was actually broken and the insurance company bought me a brand new one that was like $600 retail.
I live in the neighborhood of the burgalars. You know the saying "don't shit where you eat" or is it "don't shit in your neighbor's yard." Either way, good advice.
This is America
i'm here hello
@zebadio glad you made it.
You forgot, live near an expensive neighborhood. It has worked for us for years. Except for a crime spree by the granddaughter of a neighbor.
She would rob a house every time she visited to get drug money.
Nobody pays attention to a teenage girl walking around. At least until they saw her climbing into a window.
Will you sell a meh.com sticker? I'll put it in the window and would-be burglars will just assume I only have cheap crap and pass me by.