OT: An eye-opener
greysweatshirt
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I know that I don't post on here a whole lot, but I do read the messages and follow the stories on here, but I do consider you guys like a family to me so I wanted to let you know what happened last night.
My house was broken into during the middle of the night. In all of the places I've ever lived in, I've never had this experience before. Luckily, no one was hurt and the only thing that was taken was my partner's laptop computer. The scariest part is that we were both home and sleeping..unforunately it was so hot that we had the room air conditioner and two fans going so we didn't hear anything happening. It's been an eye-opening experience for sure. I just want to thank everyone here for all of their support, even if I don't say it much, I really love it here!
My house was broken into during the middle of the night. In all of the places I've ever lived in, I've never had this experience before. Luckily, no one was hurt and the only thing that was taken was my partner's laptop computer. The scariest part is that we were both home and sleeping..unforunately it was so hot that we had the room air conditioner and two fans going so we didn't hear anything happening. It's been an eye-opening experience for sure. I just want to thank everyone here for all of their support, even if I don't say it much, I really love it here!
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I know that I don't post on here a whole lot, but I do read the messages and follow the stories on here, but I do consider you guys like a family to me so I wanted to let you know what happened last night.
My house was broken into during the middle of the night. In all of the places I've ever lived in, I've never had this experience before. Luckily, no one was hurt and the only thing that was taken was my partner's laptop computer. The scariest part is that we were both home and sleeping..unforunately it was so hot that we had the room air conditioner and two fans going so we didn't hear anything happening. It's been an eye-opening experience for sure. I just want to thank everyone here for all of their support, even if I don't say it much, I really love it here!0 -
That is such a scary thing, I'm glad noone was hurt! It may be a blessing you didn't hear anything in this day and age desperate people do mean things, and I hope tonight is restful for the both of you! Stay safe!0
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OMG! I am so sorry about that. I know the feeling, you feel so vulnerable, so violated. My house has never been broken into, thank God, but my car was stolen a few yrs ago. I just felt so violated, the feeling is surreal. I can't imagine how you both feel thinking something worse could have happened. I am glad you are both safe. Take care!! :flowerforyou:0
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I'm so glad that you are both safe. That is a terrifying experience, especially after the fact. :noway: Hopefully, you can make some security changes to prevent this from happening again.
A fellow lurker :laugh: ,
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so sorry to hear sbout the break in. it is such a viloation of your space. my son and his familys house was broken int a few months ago, they took guns and cut themselves on the window as broke in and left their blood on everything. so they were caught from dna. but my son was out of town working and my daughter-n-law wasn't home at the time but it was extremely frightning for all of us. That had to be awlful knowing they came in as u slept. thank goodness u were not hurt. possesions can be replaced but u are safe that's the most important. i will keep u in my prayers.0
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I am so sorry ! I cant even imagine. I am glad no one was physically hurt.0
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Luckily...or unluckily I guess..we think we know who did it. The manner in which it was done, plus the fact that they came in for only one thing leads us to believe we know who did it. Hopefully, the police will catch them soon.0
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I am like you. I don't always post, but I too, enjoy reading other people's post. I am so sorry to hear about the theft but am so happy that you are both fine. I think having the air and the fans running was a blessing. Take care of yourselves and hopefully the police will catch this person.0
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So glad you are both safe. I wish you safe feelings. . .I know this is quite a violation.0
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I'm glad to hear that you and your partner are safe. That is great news. I personally have not experienced that situation before, but I can assume it's a scary feeling. Stay strong and I'll keep you both in my prayers...
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Hey there.....Glad that you both are okay and nothing more happened. And if you think you know who it was, hopefully nothing more will take place and he will be caught!
I woke up one time when I was living in Milw. to a guy trying to pry my patio door open with a crowbar! Yikes!!
I know it is such a horrible feeling. Hope everything from now on goes peaceful!
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Good to hear you two are safe. It reminds me of a show on the Discovery channel called "It Takes A Thief." If you haven't seen it yet try to catch an episode or two. Very eye opening about how lax people can be regarding security measures and how easy it is for criminals to gain access to your home. I highly recommend!0
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Grey,
Whether you post alot or not....you are part of our MFP fam!!
We care about you...and I hope our good wishes comfort you.
It is a very unsettling feeling to have the sanctuary of your home violated. :brokenheart:
Wishing you peace.
~Namaste :flowerforyou:
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I'm sorry to hear about this - ugh. Thanks for sharing - we're here to support you!
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Thank you to everyone for the kind words. No news yet from the police..I hope they catch whoever it was and recover the laptop. Ugh!! Let's just say I have NOT been logging my calories today, which is probably a good thing, I'd definitely be in the negatives..MAJOR stress eating today. I'm nervous about going to sleep tonight...I know nothing is going to happen, but I'm still scared..ugh, I hate this feeling!0
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Oh my god that is so scary!
I hate being home alone :sad: 0 -
Oh my god that is so scary! I hate being home alone :sad:
Luckily my partner and two dogs are here with me..but it's still creepy. Every time I hear a noise outside I jump a bit.0 -
If it makes you feel any better, even they aren't dumb enough to return to the scene of the crime. they won't be back. It's highly unlikely that will ever happen to you again. Here's to a peaceful nights sleep.:drinker: I hope all turns out well for you.
Luckily my partner and two dogs are here with me..but it's still creepy. Every time I hear a noise outside I jump a bit.0 -
Oh wow... I'm glad you guys are ok.
Must've been scary:frown:0 -
If it makes you feel any better, even they aren't dumb enough to return to the scene of the crime. they won't be back. It's highly unlikely that will ever happen to you again. Here's to a peaceful nights sleep.:drinker: I hope all turns out well for you.
Luckily my partner and two dogs are here with me..but it's still creepy. Every time I hear a noise outside I jump a bit.
I sure hope not! They were stupid enough to leave fingerprints on the window and a footprint in the sink when they came in. Honestly, we think that because of the size of the window and the fingerprints that it was a younger teenager....actually, the next door neighbor boy and his friend. I've always gotten bad vibes from them, like they're up to something. Unforunately, when the police looked through his room, they weren't able to find anything..so either the friend has it, they got rid of it..or it was just a random thing..0 -
I'm so glad that you are both safe and that is what really matters. Things can be replaced, people can't. My husband works for ADT and has been extremely busy. I guess people do desparate things in hard times, but that is still no excuse for breaking into someone elses home and stealing another's property!
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I'm so sorry to hear that! Glad no one was hurt!
My house was broken into right after Christmas.. I was home.. alone... in the potty! Of all places! It's always been my worst fear to be in there and someone break in... and it happened!
I flushed the toilet and scared them away thank goodness!0 -
I feel the same way about the the site and the people here too!!!
I am so sorry that you have to go through such a scary situation. I've been through that before and it gives me the willies just thinking about it.
I wish you the best of luck at recovering the computer and recovering your peace of mind. I'm also glad that you and your partner are safe. :flowerforyou:
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I feel the same way about the the site and the people here too!!!
I am so sorry that you have to go through such a scary situation. I've been through that before and it gives me the willies just thinking about it.
I wish you the best of luck at recovering the computer and recovering your peace of mind. I'm also glad that you and your partner are safe. :flowerforyou:
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Thank you for the kind words! I sure hope that we are able to get the computer back as well. I will try to keep everyone updated as I find out more details.0 -
Well, no break-in last night,but I didn't get much sleep. I was up until about 3:30 and got up at 8:30. I'm very tired, but feeling slightly better..yay! We're buying those alamrs that go on the windows and doors and installing them today. Hopefully I'll sleep better tonight.0
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I know that I don't post on here a whole lot, but I do read the messages and follow the stories on here, but I do consider you guys like a family to me so I wanted to let you know what happened last night.
My house was broken into during the middle of the night. In all of the places I've ever lived in, I've never had this experience before. Luckily, no one was hurt and the only thing that was taken was my partner's laptop computer. The scariest part is that we were both home and sleeping..unforunately it was so hot that we had the room air conditioner and two fans going so we didn't hear anything happening. It's been an eye-opening experience for sure. I just want to thank everyone here for all of their support, even if I don't say it much, I really love it here!
If it means anything I've been there... had 2 laptops, my ex's purse, and a tin full of sentimental knicknacks stolen when our apartment was burglarized. Worst part of the whole experience was how much of a failure i felt... like it was my responsibility to protect the apartment and everyone here and that I failed. I know it wasn't my fault, but the what ifs just hit too deep. Just don't let 'what ifs' get to you. It'll mess with you really bad. Its over, secure your place and move on.
Did the police say anything? The cop we had basically just said 'welcome to the neighborhood' and left.0 -
wow...what a violation. I know exactly how you feel because years ago my home was burglarized. Fortunately we weren't at home at the time. The thief entered though a small den window that was left open because of the summer heat. They removed the screen and were in. They stole thousands of dollars worth of sentimental jewelry, electronics, cash, and trashed our home in the process of looking for things to steal. It was the worst feeling I've ever felt! I couldn't sleep for nights on end after that and my feeling of being safe in our home did a fast fade. We installed an alarm system after that and it helped somewhat. But the feeling of being violated never truly left until we moved away from that home and area. I wish you well and hope you take all measures to secure your home. God Bless.0
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Yikes!! That is my worst fear!! I am glad you are safe!!!0
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that is HORRIBLE!!!!! But this is true its good that no one was hurt, material good like computers are replaceable lives and items with sentimental value are not. I am glad you are ok:flowerforyou:0
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grey - I am so sorry that this happened to you! I can understand having a hard time sleeping. I hope that the alarms help to renew a feeling of being safe in your own house.
I'm glad you are both OK, and hope that the police are eventually able to recover the laptop. Stay strong! 0
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