Friday, April 1, 2011

Be prepared

                 I was reading articles recently from various news agencies online and I came to the conclusion that no matter how far downhill this world travels there are things that happen every day that still shock me. One piece was about an elderly couple that was beaten and robbed over eighteen dollars. The woman’s injuries were eventually enough to do her in and the suspects left without as much as a trace to their identities. A second article described a woman who was physically assaulted and left in a coma after a dispute over a parking spot with a much larger man. 
                The two stories share a common bond. Criminals will do whatever they have to do to better their own situation and it doesn’t matter who you are or how innocent you may be. They prey on those who make the easiest targets such as the elderly and people much smaller than they are. They will use any advantage they can find to control and take advantage of their victims. Leverage is the only thing that matters in these types of situations and if you don’t have as much as they do you are in trouble.
                I have always been an advocate of self-defense measures, especially within the home or car. When I read these stories the only thing I can think is “If these people were better prepared, could they have escaped? Could they have fought back?” I own a firearm, which I keep locked in my home for protection, but guns aren’t for everyone and some people are understandably nervous about having them around, but there are many other less-lethal means of defending yourself and your loved ones available that many people don’t get to hear much about.

                A while back I had found a perfect gift for those who may be a little leery of carrying a gun for self-defense but would like to do something to be prepared in case they ever need to protect themselves or their family. It is a hand held 3.8 million volt stun gun with a built-in LED flashlight and carrying case. These miniature stun guns fit perfectly in a purse or strap to a belt and don’t look much different than a cell phone. They deliver a shock that can render a person temporarily disabled or unconscious, giving you precious time to fight back or escape an attack. They can be left in a glove compartment and if nothing else you would always have a bright flashlight around.
                They were reasonably priced so I bought a shipment of them and began giving them away to friends and family as gifts and they proved to be quite popular. Now I will be giving one of these self-defense stun guns away right here on my blog. If you are already following me just leave a comment to this post saying you want to be entered for a chance to win. If you are not following me just start following and post a comment telling me you are interested. One person will be randomly selected from the comments to receive a brand new stun gun for free. I will even pick up the shipping!
                So good luck! I look forward to meeting some new followers. The winner will be selected in 2 weeks on April 15th.

11 comments:

  1. Oh you know I am interested. I can't even be in a car in the parking lot without my kitchen knife for "just in case".

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  2. Im following now and definitely would love to win! I'm a stay at home mom of a 4 and 8 year old, and my hubby works long hours. I do get scared sometimes when he's not here, so this would make me feel so much safer. For example, just a couple days ago, these creepy 2 guys came up to the door saying they were selling something, but they didn't have anything in their hands. They seriously looked homeless and were really jumpy, like on drugs or something. There was no way I was opening my door for them! I told them thru the screen door that I wasn't interested and locked the big door.
    I've also been scared before walking thru parking lots alone.
    I could really use a stun gun to help keep me safe and make sure I always come home to my babies. Thanks for the chance!

    mandmvaught@centurylink.net

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  3. I'm a new follower (you can thank both your sisters!) and I agree with you about the need to be able to defend yourself should - god forbid - the need arise.

    I have carried a small knife in my purse since I went off to college (thanks dad!) and have considered carrying a small firearm over the years.... but with 3 small children now, I'll admit that I am more hesitant to get my concealed weapons permit now. A stungun is a perfect compromise = how did I not think of it before! Thanks for the opportunity - I'll be keeping my fingers crossed that you pick me! :-D

    teresa_geer@yahoo.com

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  4. I am a new follower and this is an awesome thing for you to be doing. What a great idea to help us protect ourselves - especially women who are not comfortable carrying a gun. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, and best of luck on your blog! I know it will do GREAT!

    Melanie
    couponadventures@gmail.com

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  5. I am following you on GFC stores1957@yahoo.com

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  6. I'm sure that a real gun should never be in my hands but this seems safe enough! I'm following you on my blog, and now following you on Google.. All thanks to Cricket...

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  7. I'm a new follower :) As a single mom with a baby due any day now I worry all the time about protecting my little family.

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  8. I'm a new follower :) I would LOVE to have this! I go for walks with my daughter around the neighborhood, but I would feel much safer if I had something to defend us with. Someone recently tried to break into our home, and I know that if we were at home when it happened, I would have been completely unprepared.

    aecopley at gmail dot com

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  9. I am a new follower! And would love to win... I am a stay at home mom of 2 kids and loads of animals and this would have been wonderful the other day.

    I was followed around town as I ran my errands they stopped where I stopped and the left when I left I have never seen them before I had no idea what to do I am only 18 so I cannot legally carry a firearm so I do not have anything but a knife and I dont want them to get that close... I was stuck riding around trying to figure out what to do because I did not want to lead them back to my house ...

    This would also be nice because every Saturday I am out very late working for my uncle at an auction and when I come home its just me and I sometimes have to run to walmart... This would be very nice thank you for allowing everyone to try and win..

    I hope to win and I wish we could all win

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  10. You are doing an amazing thing for those lucky enough to know you personally friend or family. New to your blog, and look forward to reading more! http://stacytilton.blogspot.com/

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  11. I am your newest follower, but you don't need to add my comment in your giveaway. I just wanted to follow.

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