To avoid losing everything, divide your money into separate stashes and needs. In one secure place, carry enough money to cover that day’s expenses; if you are going to a market or busy place where you will be dipping into … Continue reading →

If you decide to carry out my previous suggestion and use a money belt or neck pouch, conceal it under your clothes and leave it there. Several times I’ve seen people dip in to the concealed pouch in front of … Continue reading →

If it is your habit to use handbag, hold it close to your body, not dangling from a hand or wrist.  Personally, I don’t think much of looping it over 1 shoulder either.  Any of these 3 ways to carry … Continue reading →

It can look disgusting but some people recommend that you don your shoulder bag before you put on your coat.  I’m not in favor of it myself because it inhibits other key protective abilities (like running) but you should know … Continue reading →

Something I just noticed when I was looking at YouTube.  There are a lot of people out there who are fighting or looking for fights for fun.  Or looking to “Bitchslap” people at random for fun.  Nothing new there. But … Continue reading →

You should be aware:  The most vulnerable places to keep your wallet are in your back pants pockets, your inner coat jacket pockets, your backpack and/or your fanny packs (especially if the fanny pack is behind you).   At the same … Continue reading →

Some things you can do to make it harder to pick your pocket: 1.  If you carry your wallet in a pocket, try putting a rubber band around your wallet; the band’s friction against the fabric of your clothes can … Continue reading →

Pickpockets don’t just come out after dark, nor do they hang around only tourist spots and transportation hubs. They strike at all hours, in all venues, especially where money changes hands. So be on alert at banks, currency exchange booths, … Continue reading →

Pickpockets often create distractions to catch shoppers and tourists unaware. Sadly, as cute as groups of children may be, they aren’t always so angelic. While you are fawning over them, one may be slipping her tiny fingers into your pocket. … Continue reading →

This isn’t exactly one of my normal posts but something happened yesterday that I want to talk about.  I was walking my dog in the park when we came up to a young lady and her dog.  She pulled off … Continue reading →