Comments on: Safety for children

By: Talon Windwalker

Talon Windwalker — Mon, 09 Feb 2015 07:45:37 +0000

In reply to Hannah. Well, I hope he doesn't do anything more than what he did with us. It was definitely a very creepy experience, and one I'm glad is pretty rare.

By: Hannah

Hannah — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 21:55:37 +0000

Wow that’s pretty intense, I would not have been able to restrain myself. But you did good, I hope this guy gets locked up.

By: Talon Windwalker

Talon Windwalker — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 03:24:32 +0000

In reply to Granny. It is truly a shame. So important to not be complacent wherever you are in the world, especially at home.

By: Granny

Granny — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 22:13:31 +0000

Getting caught up! I totally agree with what Patti said, but it’s a shame it has to be that way. I was tense just reading it. It really does make you think how complacent we are most times. Safe travels, T.

By: Talon Windwalker

Talon Windwalker — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 05:29:34 +0000

In reply to Lorena (alifetype). How absolutely frightening! So glad things ended up ok.

By: Lorena (alifetype)

Lorena (alifetype) — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 05:14:47 +0000

That’s a terrible experience. I’m glad nothing happened and you both are safe. I’m always checking what’s happening around my kids. Almost 10 years ago two ladies wanted to grab my one month baby boy while I was changing his diaper in a Convent bathroom in Mexico while visiting that tourist place. My mom was near so I called her really loud and the ladies went off. Another situation happened in a restaurant, so I never stop being alert.

We definitely need to enjoy but always need to pay attention, no matter where you are.
I agree about phones too!

By: Talon Windwalker

Talon Windwalker — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:40:42 +0000

In reply to Nicole. I've included smart phones in other posts. I see so many people doing just what you describe, and all I can think is "You're asking for it." I do the same as you. If I HAVE to use it, I duck into a cafe, bathroom, or some place where I'm not easily seen. No need to scream "Hey! I have something expensive you might like right here!"

By: Talon Windwalker

Talon Windwalker — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:38:26 +0000

In reply to Emily.

One of these days we may join you in the RV and sailboat thing. First, I’ll need to learn to sail, though. 🙂

Definitely can’t let fear stop you from living. Imagine where we’d be if we all did that!

By: Nicole

Nicole — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 09:28:53 +0000

I’m glad everything worked out okay. Sketchy people are the worst and the after affects are often worse because you’re left thinking about what could have happened hours after the fact.

Also, great safety list. Do you mind if I add one piece of advice to your list? Damn iphones. I know how addictive it can be to be connected 24/7, but the amount of people walking around with their heads bowed down into their phones these days is just incredible and dangerous. If you’re not paying attention to your surroundings in certain places, especially in public transport, it can be very dangerous.

I never have my phone out in public when traveling unless I’m completely lost and need a quick glance at a map. (This happens often.) But, even then, I step off to the side and try to do it quickly. If you’re not paying attention to someone who is paying attention to you, you’re advertising your vulnerability as a tourist or an “outsider”.

Put the phones down…and pay attention! (Man, I sound old, right? 🙂

By: Emily

Emily — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 01:53:35 +0000

Wow… that was absolutely gripping. My heart was racing just reading your post. I’m so glad nothing happened… and glad you shared your experience – it’s a great wakeup call. Yet, surely that could have happened anywhere…

As you say, fear of something like that happening is definitely not a reason to give up on your travel dreams… overcoming fear is such a huge part of getting up the guts to go traveling, especially full-time, in the first place!! I’ve been on the road for six years with my hubby, but we take our homes with us (an RV and a sailboat), which is a little different…

I have total admiration for you living this adventure with your son…