It is not paranoia by any means, but being aware of surroundings. I like to think the best of people, unfortunately people are not always nice. I see the worst of what people can do to each other in my job. That is great that you have not experienced anything that would take your sense of safety away and I hope you never have to. But many people have and I talk with them on a weekly basis. I felt the safest in Detroit and DC believe it or not. Then moved to Texas(which I love) and that is when things got dangerous. When a woman is by herself, or is with someone who needs protecting, you bet I will do what is necessary if someone breaks in. I do not look for it to happen, but I am prepared if it does. Looking forward to getting to the villages and a safer environment. Looking forward to sun and fun and volunteer work.
