Both of my kids know how to shoot, I think it is that important. I also think I am going to outfit my daughter with at least some pepper spray. If a woman gets in the habit of holding the spray at the ready (even with it in one hand on her side with her finger on the release button) coming out of stores or whatever, even if they have to ask the store to be escorted to their car if they have more than one bag, is prudent these days. I'd rather have my daughter laughed at for being paranoid, than have to organize a search party to recover her body.
I know it is hard for people to think that way, but we are coming to the point in our society where we have to always think of personal protection and safety. Even in my low crime town. It is hard to keep your guard up, people always think it won't happen to them. I'm not Monday morning quarterbacking, but I always think "what if" for my family. We cannot plan for every event, but we can try to be less of a target and at least, at a minimum, be aware of our surroundings.
I have thought that way practically all my life. I walk with my hand near my firearm at all times. Sometimes with it inside the purse compartment ready to shoot through the purse if necessary. It is as easy as wearing a seatbelt once you get used to it.
I Absolutely agree 100%. This is a wonderful idea. It is great to be asked to be escorted to your car, especially if you have a child that you have to put in a car seat. That is really an opportunity for someone like this perp to use to his advantage.