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LOL! I know, I know... I just didn't have time to go into it with her right then. Their town has really gone down hill since back when I lived there in the 80's. A few years ago there was a home invasion and shooting right in their neighborhood. Everyone dismisses it a "drug related." Like if you aren't deal drugs, nobody will break into your house. They've had cars broken into, burglary, etc... Honestly, I feel MUCH safer in my neighborood than in my parents'.

Ever since I began carrying, I make it a point to carry everywhere I can. A few weeks ago, at my parents house, my Mom noticed (only because my Dad, who also has his CHL asked about my current holster). She made a comment to the effect of "Why do you have a gun here? Our house is safe." I told her that there were plenty of unsafe miles between my house and theirs. I'm especially vigilant for anyone on foot while I'm stopped and I'm obsessive about keeping the car doors locked. I also make a point of leaving room between my car and the car in front of me when stopped. A little thought goes a long way in preventing car-jacking.