[New Girl]

As sad as it is that this advice is necessary and legitimate,young women should be *very* wary of men that they meet at 2AM.

True! Also, young women should always have a buddy with them -- never split up. My parents drilled this into me from a young age -- always, always, have a girlfriend with you -- even when you use a public restroom.

[onyx]

That's right and don't be afraid or hesitant to be rude to strangers.

[PeskyOne]

I've been accused of being overly protective, but I still caution my daughters about going to any store alone in the evening. I've also encouraged them not to allow my grandsons to go into a restroom alone. I have a horror of some pervert being in there who could scar them for life. Since a woman had her purse snatched in the morning hours at WalMart and was sprayed with Mace, I've told the girls to get a can of Mace or Pepper and be prepared!