I Just Got Robbed

[binka_nugget]

I'm glad everyone is safe!

A friend of mine had his house broken into today too! They took a lot of their stuff. He wasn't terribly mad because material possessions can always be replaced. But he was furious when he realized that the thief had probably kicked one of his dogs.

I hope they get what they deserve.

[aly]

Thank God that you and the furgang are safe. How scary that a kitty got out, but I'm glad he stayed close to home.

What a nightmare to come home to, especially for a pet lover with beloved pets in the house!!

Don't worry about them coming back. I am sure they won't. Most robbers try very hard only to get houses when people aren't home. And once they have the loot, they won't come back. I know how scary it is though. Stay strong.

[Randi]

Oh Liz, how terrible! I hope the police will get them! It's awful that they have taken some of your valuables, but I'm glad to hear you or your furbabies wasn't hurt.

I hope your insurance will cover, and that you have closed your check account for now.

Like others have said, I don't think they'll be stupid enough to come back.

Be safe!

[Barbara]

Liz, how horrible! I can understand how you feel. One day in Spain, someone tried to grab my purse from a motorbike. He didn't succeed but I felt horrible for days. And this is much worse.

On the other hand : This looks like professional work. They took all things they could get money out easily and didn't destroy anything or harm the furries. Therefore I am sure they won't come back.

All the best for you and your furkids

[RobiLee]

Oh, Liz, this is just awful! I just feel so bad for you. I'm so glad you and the furkids are ok. Argh!!!!! This just makes me so mad. Please be safe and take care. We are here for you!

Robin

[Miss Meow]

Liz, I'm so sorry to hear this.

Thank goodness you and your furkids are safe. I believe in karma and hope like hell that something bad happens to the burglar

[Logan]

I'm so glad you're ok and the furkids too. What a horrible thing to have happen, Liz.

How are you today? Were you able to sleep at all?

Logan

[Tonya]

I am so sorry to hear that. That is such a horrible violating feeling. Our house was broken into when I was a little girl and we were home at the time. I had nightmares for years. And for a long time, every little sound would wake me up.

Be greatful that you were not home. You may have been hurt if you were. I am sure that they will not come back there. The police have already been there, so they won't want to.

I know it will take a while to get over something like this. Try your hardest not to worry to much. ((((hugs))))

I have a silly story regarding this...I hope it'll make you smile. My dad used to commute. He'd leave at 4am. This person must have saw him leave and broke in around 4:30am. So, after the incident, my dad bought the gun and taught my mom and I how to use it. It was to be kept loaded in the file cabinet. Well, I was really really paranoid for a while. And one morning, I heard some noise at the door. I grabbed the gun and ran to the door. The door knob was shaking and the door was rattling. I flew the door open and fired the gun chest level. But no one was there. My cat Smurf looked up at me, gave me a dirty look and said "MEOW!" It was Smurf trying to get into the house. My parents hid the gun from me after that. hehe.

[Karen]

Regarding borrowing a gun for safety:

Not a good idea, unless you are trained to use it and confident. I grew up with guns, can list what guns were where in the house. But the standing rule was this: If you think there's a burgular in the house, grab the 45-70 from the gun rack over the stairs. (Rifle from Spanish-American war, big, heavy, and long.) Hold it by the barrel, swing and hit the burgular over the head with it. It WILL knock him or her unconcious. THEN call for help.

Why were these the instructions?

My grandfather was Police Chief. My dad, small arms repair in the military.

Every decent human being invariably points the gun at the person and says "Stop, or I'll shoot." A criminal will use that moment, that warning, to shoot you, or do other grevious physical harm to you - they're already there illegally, and have little to lose.

Now that's over, I am glad you and your pets are okay. It'll be a while before you feel safe in your own home again, that sense of violation is dreadful, but I am glad you, Smokey and kitties are okay, and have each other.

[moosmom]

OMG Liz, I am SO sorry for what they did. I know this isn't much comfort, but be thankful you weren't home and no one was hurt or killed (human or otherwise). All the stuff that was taken CAN be replace. You can't!!

As far as the gun is concerned, please be careful. I know it's your neighbor's gun (and I hope it's registered), but if (God forbid) anyone should try it again and the gun is used, there could be problems. Best thing to do is get your OWN gun, take lessons (it's required) get it registered in your name. This way you're covered. This is advice coming from me, a former cop.

If there is anything I can do, please let me know. I'm only in Michigan and can drive to where you are.

Take care of yourself and your furkids.

((((hugs)))))
Donna

[ChrisH]

Oh, Liz, that is terrible. I don't know how I'd do in that situation. Thank God no harm came to you, Smokey, or the kitties. How are you feeling today? Big, big, hugs to you girl.

Chris

[lizbud]

Well, I didn't sleep much at all last night, & I'm stil shaking.

The lock/door people are coming over this afternoon. I'll
probably have to get a custom made door & it could talk some
time. but the door will be secured today. I have a neighbor to
watch the house while I go out to get some thing later.

I feel rotten. I can barely touch anything to put things away
again. It feels like someone is still here. I hate this feeling.

Smokey and kitties slept like rocks last night, big help they
are. I'll try to check in later tonight, but this old dial
up computer is a real pain to use. Thanks for the kind thoughts.

The gun is a huge 45 & I can barely lift the thing, but it'll do
until I get another. Bye for now. Liz & big stong protector
Smokey.

[sirrahbed]

Glad the night has passed for you Liz. My biggest worry (and it stole some of MY sleep) is the gun. Statisically (so I have heard)- guns in homes are more often used against the homeowner! This is because the homeowner does not know how to use it and is not trained. How about getting a baseball bat instead?? I also like what Karen suggested about the heavy rifle - we have lots of black powder rifles around and I think I would likely grab one of those - a buffalo rifle maybe -unloaded of course - and use it to swing around!

Good idea about the new locks. Oh my - I can sure see how you feel violated - knowing someone was in your home and so sorry you are going through this.

Do you have anyone who could stay with you for awhile??

Take care!!!

[ChrisH]

Oh, Liz, {{hugs}} .. I wish I could help in some way.

I think I understand a little of how you are feeling, I live alone and have a mushy dog too. I also remember years ago when an intruder got in my house, he was scared away but even so I knew someone had got in my home, with me there too - my dog at the time, GSD Penny, wasn't a whole lot of help either - and I felt invaded and nervous for a long time after. About a gun, I am not sure, because they scare me, but, at the time, if guns had been legal and commonplace I may have kept one handy too.

When the door is secured and your neighbour looking out, you hopefully will feel safer.

Take care. Will be keeping you in my prayers.
Chris

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by lizbud

Smokey and kitties slept like rocks last night,
big help they are.

Bad Guy must not have taken any of the FurKids' Toys!

And be Thankful that Smokey did NOT put up a fight -
he could have been badly injured or worse.

As for the GUN - I'd vote to return it to your neighbor!

BEST solution for a break-in if you're home -
Dial 9-1-1

/s/ Phred