[wayner]

Wow! If home invasions are so likely, I really would consider moving as being a simpler option than all of this strategic planning and fortification and constant stress.

I took my wife to Memphis last year to see some music on Beal street and was amazed at the amount of police presence as well as tourists ambassadors (police disguised as friendly visitors bureau representatives who were much more interested in scanning the horizon for threats than helping a visitor find a good place to eat).

I felt protected, but didn't feel like I was in a safe place and we were glad to leave.

I feel fortunate to live in Canada where we sometimes do not even lock our doors.