I know what you mean.
Now that we have access to so much crime info, it gives the appearance of having gone from a sleepy village, to the pits of hell.
This stuff has been going on as long as I've been here, other than the rise in dope usage.
All the older members here should try to advise the newbies about security.
If they get alarmed, so be it.
At least they will be safe.
Crime is everywhere and we all have to do our part.
If we have no security, we are inviting crime.
We would also be encouraging criminals, by making it easy.
It's no different here than anywhere else, except that we have to take a personal interest, instead of cops or security companies doing it for us.
If we can't deal with that, we shouldn't be living here.
With all the freedom here, comes a certain amount of responsibility to do the right thing, without being told to do so.
I was victimized 50 times more in the early 90's, than I am now.
The difference is that I pay attention to making my property secure.
Is that so hard to do?
If you really believe the DR is a dangerous place to live, it's time you go check out some other parts of the world.
As for me, I'm laughing.
Never had it so good.
Comfy, cozy and secure.
