[VeniVidiVici]

Every time someone offered that sliding rack on a shotgun bit I'd hand him a broomstick, turn off the lights and tell him to come down the stairs or around the corner holding the stick like a weapon.

So then you're saying it's best to go after the intruder? I would think it would be best to let the intruder come to me. At least given my small house I would certainly have the advantage!

[Eaker]

So then you're saying it's best to go after the intruder? I would think it would be best to let the intruder come to me. At least given my small house I would certainly have the advantage!

wtc911, please feel free to disagree if I am incorrect.

Veni, knowing your home is key. You have figured this out. In your situation I agree. If possible keep the light low as you know where your furniture is and they don't.

I have a 3000 sqft home with the kids upstairs and the our bedroom down. I don't have your option. It is different for everyone, and everyone needs to really think about their situation. You have and you are asking questions. Good job!