Preparedness and Defense Against Home Invasions: A Personal Perspective

I am indeed concerned about home invasions. They do happen, and they can be fatal, which is why preparation and taking precautions are crucial. However, I am not frantically worried. Just as I ensure my family eats nutritious foods, such as broccoli, to prevent cancer, I maintain and keep firearms for protection from potential home invasions.

Personal Experience and Preparedness

Three years ago, a tragic incident occurred on the 6th floor of my building. A man was murdered and robbed by intruders. While such an event is always a possibility, itrsquo;s essential to be prepared. I donrsquo;t dwell on it, but I know the risk is there. My family and I have taken several precautions to ensure we are prepared for the worst.

We keep two large, well-trained dogs as a deterrent and have planted trees around our home for additional security. My wife, my daughter, and I are all prepared to face the worst-case scenario, allowing us to go about our lives without excessive worry.

Real Incidents and Lessons Learned

I have gone through two home invasion experiences in the past. The first was particularly traumatic. An intruder came into my home, armed with a machete, for a two-on-one confrontation. This event caused me to undergo several trips to the emergency room and extensive blood cleanup. It also left a lasting scar, both physical and emotional, on a young 9-year-old girl who watched her father receive stitches. She was lucky to have survived the encounter and was not raped or kidnapped, but the incident remains a painful memory.

The second incident was more fortunate. I was home when the intruders broke in, and I was able to use my Mini14 to fend them off. The intruders fled like their lives depended on it, and my 11-year-old daughter was completely unaware of what had just happened. While these incidents have left lasting impressions, they have also reinforced my belief in the importance of being prepared.

Given these experiences, I am concerned to a degree, but not in the sense of constant worry. I am more concerned about the potential for a black bear to break into my home while I am cooking salmon in my current location. This newfound concern with wildlife does not negate the importance of being prepared for home invasions. As such, I always keep a pistol within reach, understanding that shit happens, and being unprepared can lead to significant pain.

Conclusion

Worrying about something you cannot control is a form of insanity and can be detrimental to your mental health. Instead, being prepared and having a plan can provide peace of mind. Just as I take out car insurance in case of an accident, I prepare for the remote but very real possibility of a home invasion. This approach allows me to be concerned without allowing worry to consume me. The tools and plans I have in place ensure that, when necessary, I am ready to handle any situation that may arise.