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7/23/2012 11:30:26 AM EST
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Safety is an issue.
physical safety, internet safety, property safety, identity safety
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These days you cannot be too careful. Many things in the world around you affect your safety. Physical safety for one, what are you capable of doing in your present condition. Don't take any thing for granted. Internet safety is being attacked all the time. Property safety is a big concern, fire, theft, break ins. And of course you cannot forget identity safety, the thieves are out there.
Let's take physical safety first, in your heart and mind you are still 23 and can do all of the things you did then. But in reality you are 67 with medical problems that limit your activities. I think the biggest issue right here is allowing yourself more time. When you hurry, you are setting yourself up for a misstep.
Get that aid - crutch, cane, walker, stair chair. What ever you need to make your environment safer to navigate.
You think it will take you 30 minutes to get ready - give yourself an hour.
Internet safety, almost everyone has it now, some use it a lot, others only check their email. Whatever you do you are at risk when you place yourself out there. Get a good virus protection system. Check them out, it is your choice but going without one can be a disaster.
Property safety, what can I say? Protect your possession from the ne'er do wells who are just waiting for the opportunity to take, vandalize, or destroy things that don't belong to them. A good security system or a big mean dog.
Identity safety, protect yours. Don't put information on the internet that you don't want the whole world to know. Not everyone who asks for it really needs your personal information. They can use it to steal your identity or more likely sell it to someone else who will.
Unless you really feel that the whole world needs to know that you will be gone for an extended period of time, don't put that information on Facebook or Twitter.
It sets you up for a world of problems - muggers in the city you will be visiting, home break ins - everyone knows you won't be there, identity theft - phone calls to your family and friends "I am stranded, please send money to..."
Think it over and have a good day,
Janie
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 | | Thanks for reminding everyone Janie.You can't be too careful.
A TB&L for you! |
| | |  | | It always amazes me what some people are willing to knowingly post online. Then there are others who don't fine tune their privacy settings would be shocked to find out what is available about them online. You are right Janie, care must be taken lest we become a victim of the information age. |
| | |  | | Thank you for the information Janie |
| | |  | | It is a scary world, preparation is key. Thanks for a great blog. |
| | |  | | Great blog! I know a lot of people will be helped by this. |
| | |  | | Very timely blog to take care and be safe in many different ways. Especially the internet where virus protection is essential. |
| | |  | | Wow, some great things to thing about Janie. I have tweeted and shared! |
| | |  | | Thanks for the info Janie, sharing for you |
| | |  | | Thanks for the info join...we'll be sharing |
| | |  | | Thanks for sharing awsome blog!!! |
| | |  | | Great blog content and the need to take safety precautions is absolutely necessary. Thanks for sharing. |
| | |  | | Very good tips Janie Will be sharing |
| | |  | | Thanks Janie! I enjoyed your blog. Certain things should remain private & if someone ends up being a victim of identity theft, it's so much harder clearing your name. Looking forward to reading your next blog. |
| | |  | | Excellent advice to all Janie. Thanks for caring about us!
John P. |
| | |  | | In light of the events in the past few days in Colorado, Janie you posted an excellent blog. Thanks for sharing this timely info. Best Wishes |
| | |  | | Great Blog Janie! Really puts things in perspective. Keep up the good work. I will watch for your posts and will share them |
| | |  | | Great post and an enjoyable read, thanks for sharing! |
| | |  | | Great advice Janie, thanks for sharing this great blog! Have a great day! |
| | |  | | As someone in the safety and health profession I can appreciate your blog. Providing for one's safety allows one to maintain their foundation for performance and potential. When safety is over-looked the structure of life is weakened, thereby compromising one's ability to perform (subsequently their ability to achieve their potential). Have a blessed day. |
| | |  | | Excellent information, Janie. I am a 30 year old in a 68 year old body. It's difficult sometimes, but I am learning to live with it. Sharing this. |
| | |  | | Very wise advice. We should always be aware of our surroundings and environment for any safety issues. |
| | |  | | | |  | | Thanks! Great info! I am sending you back to the top! This needs to be read by more! |
| | |  | | Well Said, Janie. Thank you. Liked and shared on face book. |
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