I also talk to them before I travel on personal trips and they help clarify any stupid laws like kolorado. Additionally, many of these will spec distances that are entirely ridiculously false, while others are actually pretty good (but you pay more for it). The Verve - No Knock on My Door Lyrics The Verve - Rather Be Lyrics The Verve - No Knock on My Door Lyrics The Verve - This Could Be My Moment… Sonnet - The Verve + Lyrics View All. :-), Like you I carry all of the time for pretty much the same reasons. Quick update on the Ring Doorbell… evidently it was Operator Error! We keep a claw hammer by each door. DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR! I guess the Pikes at the front gate are doing their job…. Both components are battery powered and the remote alarm is small enough to carry in your pocket. Be careful with signs that you put up. Why? Scary, but becoming more prevalent. I use to be a people person, but not anymore. About the noise of a jumbo jet racing down the runway. Oh NO! By the time I looked out no one was on the porch nor any vehicle out there so obviously they were on foot. I don’t like anyone to think they can come back at another time and get in because no one is protecting the home. You mean you don’t always carry the 45 with scope, laser, flashlight, and extended gajillion round magazine? Though some of the regions are far more dangerous than others. Haven’t seen him since. When I do go there, I get as much done as possible so I don’t have to go back anytime soon. Am6 G I took her to a room and I showed her myself, She made feel proud and respectful, There's nothing that this girl won't do for me, For that I've gotta thank her , … country, We have a game camera that photographs all license plates as they come up the driveway. When I worked for the Census, I always rang once and then backed up so whoever was inside could see who I was. Remember that excessive pressure causes rejection. Since we have lived in our home (BOL) full time in the last 15 years, we have had unexpected visitors twice. I have an idea that has worked before, it is not expensive. Note the caveat listed above: I have a dog… he barely barks! It is called a glass break alarm and can sound at 120 decibels which is very loud. I’m a single mother with two children. If you think that three knocks predict a death, you will be more attentive to news of a death after hearing three knocks, and then connect the two events. Ten minutes later, his mother passed away. Ladder on one of the cars took most of his head off. Three units, three different frequencies. That said, I believe you’re referring to speaking through the door. True, but they could also use posted material as a means of shutting down “hate speech” that they attempt to inspire. The question is, what should you do when a stranger knocks on your door? Anyway, yes the intercom door bell is practical. An Extra Large dog bowl outside the front door sends a strong message! No knock on my door Love in the jar has been painful I know I know. This is generally either a scam or substandard work for cash. If any one knocks after the lights are out they better have a good reason to be there. Really cool. Can’t say that I blame you. Darn cops keepin’ us from havin’ fun takin’ care of bidness. We live in a small town and know each other. The second time was tonight. I am a female alone. On the two occasions that the Sheriff had to be called, it took 45 minutes one time and an hour the other time. Okay, check out the rest of my original article and 10 tips: It happens to some of you, sometimes regularly depending on the neighborhood. I remained quiet and texted my mom and she said look out the window. hermit us, Soon no one will want to work for the protection of the population. A number of years ago, I was driving down by the creek and saw a stray Pitbull roaming on my property so I took out my .45 to rid the world of the cur when 2 young boys came crashing out of the woods calling for their lost dog. We do not see many religious pamphlets or business cards of gardening services left on our front stoop these days. I’ll look further into it. Three days later, his brother was murdered. I do look out my peephole before I answer the door. Ken We use one set of units for the driveway and perimeter with several remote alarms around the house. It was dark outside and I had been working in a very well lit area therefore I could not see where the tapping was coming from. When someone dies weeks or months later, it is connected with being foretold by the knocking. Once when I was working 2nd shift and home while my wife was at work a solicitor from well-known group knocked on the door and it was a young lady in short, short, shorts so tight she would have to have a razor blade to remove them. Quote, “I’m new to this site; but, still have a hard time believing the low regard many here seem to have of the public at large.”. If it is someone I don’t know, especially at night, I don’t answer. I also find that new people I’ve trained for the CHL (Concealed Handgun Licence) are often a bit awkward when first carrying, so I recommend that they carry as often as they can, just to get used to the weight and feel of the firearm. This bunch here are probably not in the illegal drug game, so it’s highly unlikely you will be a target (this most certainly will change after a societal breakdown). Most women are not as physically strong as men, and may be vulnerable in that regard. First, let’s do bottom to top. The vets arrived 15 minutes later, but the dog died an hour after that. I’ve heard of the travelers before. LOL, Wow! Agree. And lest your tongue give you away, being super discreet when talking with anyone who is not part of your household is another thing to mind. That is something acdh would have done…R O W L. You sure do have a lot of drama heavy experiences. This is an elderly disabled woman who I could not see making it to our home on a sunny summer day and this was a 20 degree 4 inches. Can it act as a deterrent to would be intruders?? That changed when my sister had her running car stolen at a gas station. Oh no, you thought that I would always need you Well, it's hard When you're the one that's gasping for air I don't need you there [Chorus] Knock, knock, knock, knock on my door You can knock some more Lived on the East Coast for a while decades ago. Wait a moment… Anyone with any decency will not attempt to snoop / let a little time pass before opening the door and observe… Does he or she try to look into a side window or move to a peak into a primary window.. If you have one, you might consider an upgrade, LIKE THIS ONE. Just read this, I sympathise with you, you must be feeling very worried and I do not blame you. I have been to Chicago numerous times giving training seminars. Why are some people so awkward at best and just bad at worst? Sometimes low tech is the better choice. Keep your firearm concealed. Wireless easy-install Doorbell Intercom(potential amzn commission at no extra cost to you). I had a guy come to the door using a cane. He then stuck his foot in my door as I was closing it. Props? But you have validated your superstition. You are NOT obligated to let anyone into your home (except for police with a search warrant). Tonight’s visit was a little unnerving for me. Does anybody know about the NRA firearm use insurance? I suggest you take Tommyboy’s advice seriously about ‘taking a hike’. What to do if a stranger knocks on your door at night, or a stranger ringing your doorbell: First I am going to talk about the “late at night” part of the question. It is a tough decision to pull that trigger or swing that ax, but the alternative of being an injured victim or being dead are tougher (slight understatement). Perhaps gullible. Three days later she learned that her mother had died back in Germany. ALL except that NRP dude, he’s wayyyyyyy over the edge of crazy, him and his 600 rolls of TP, Makes ya feel sorry for Ole Blue a little don’t it? This happened to one of my old bosses. It also works with Alexa (not required). Benign visitors would think nothing of it. Sad, but they are good for a laugh. They consist of a sensor and a remote alarm. Most robberies occur during the day. While washing a dish, I heard a gentle knock on the door. They will get a surprise. You don’t want to invite them back to steal your guns while you are out. The truck had two words on the back end, that equaled six letters. Daytime knockers can be dangerous. If it is someone I don’t know, especially at night, I don’t answer. Another thing i would suggest, is NO, you/your DH should NOT go outside and look around to see if they can “see”anyone…As in HUH, you dont know who/what is out there. With cell phones now pretty much ubiquitous, that hasn’t happened in years. I answered the door wearing my Ruger GP100 .357 magnum in a shoulder rig, fishing shirt and compression shorts underwear. If you have a strong and well mounted door chain lock, you could simply crack open the door to speak with the stranger through the gap. I dont answer the door to anyone unless I know them personally or I am expecting mail like parcels that are to big to fit in my letter box. If I am expecting a delivery as such from a reputable online order supplier or a visit, of course I answer. If the solicitor is a potential burglar ‘casing the place’, they will not want to deal with a dog and will move on to easier targets. That’s just terrible. As you practice, it becomes smoother and easier. A technician was scheduled to arrive between 10-12 in the morning to fix a problem with my internet, and it was about 10:30 when the knock came, so I thought he had arrived. They called me from multiple numbers repeatedly. That is, you hear an unexpected knock on your front door. I am a 5’2″ senior citizen. I have those same alarms OP talks of. Plus, he area around the door is well lit so people can be identified fairly easy at night. Current SecDef General James “Mad Dog Mattis hit the nail on the head when he was addressing a group and stated: “Be polite, be professional, but have a plan to kill everybody you meet”. I thought it was my parents so I went up the stairs. 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