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Reply to: Easy ways to harden your home against intruders Posted February 25, 2021

Ah, the “thorny bushes” are mentioned in the photo description, not the text of the article. That’s how I missed it. Thanks! Great work!

Reply to: An introduction to threat modeling Posted February 24, 2021

I don’t have a set of decision points. I need to. Probably use some sort of decision tree that’s personal to my circumstances.

Reply to: Easy ways to harden your home against intruders Posted February 24, 2021

Your articles are very thorough so I’m surprised this point was omitted; for additional deterrence near first floor windows, plant roses or other thorny bushes. Common thieves won’t want to mess with the scratches. The knockout brand of rose grows pretty well and can be trimmed like any hedge. No finicky care required.

Reply to: An introduction to threat modeling Posted February 23, 2021

Sorry this reply is so long coming. I just found this site. Your comments really resonate with me. The critical decision-making in times of crisis are borne by me, with my family’s wellbeing and/or survival on the line. I have a fairly established rural bug-out location not far from my main suburban residence. What threat, intensity and proximity, will trigger a BO decision? You don’t want to overreact, but a delayed decision to bugout means the roads are congested, either on foot or auto, with like minded individuals, many of whom may be desperate. I saw this congestion first hand during a hurricane evac. Nine hours and 125 miles traveled with empty gas stations along the way. I am in Texas, where 4MM people suddenly lost power in the coldest weather in 130 years. My aunt recorded 19F inside her home at one point. Obviously, we are not walking 40+ miles in that weather, but we did lose power and it was uncertain when it would return. I’ve focused on keeping the primary residence stocked for up to 2 weeks of interruption and, depending on the scenario, potential to thrive and even help neighbors. This recent weather event has re-engaged me in this mindset, and your comment has challenged my pre-conceived notions of what the BO decision and execution looks like. Cheers!

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Reply to: Easy ways to harden your home against intruders Posted February 25, 2021

Ah, the “thorny bushes” are mentioned in the photo description, not the text of the article. That’s how I missed it. Thanks! Great work!

Reply to: An introduction to threat modeling Posted February 24, 2021

I don’t have a set of decision points. I need to. Probably use some sort of decision tree that’s personal to my circumstances.

Reply to: Easy ways to harden your home against intruders Posted February 24, 2021

Your articles are very thorough so I’m surprised this point was omitted; for additional deterrence near first floor windows, plant roses or other thorny bushes. Common thieves won’t want to mess with the scratches. The knockout brand of rose grows pretty well and can be trimmed like any hedge. No finicky care required.

Reply to: An introduction to threat modeling Posted February 23, 2021

Sorry this reply is so long coming. I just found this site. Your comments really resonate with me. The critical decision-making in times of crisis are borne by me, with my family’s wellbeing and/or survival on the line. I have a fairly established rural bug-out location not far from my main suburban residence. What threat, intensity and proximity, will trigger a BO decision? You don’t want to overreact, but a delayed decision to bugout means the roads are congested, either on foot or auto, with like minded individuals, many of whom may be desperate. I saw this congestion first hand during a hurricane evac. Nine hours and 125 miles traveled with empty gas stations along the way. I am in Texas, where 4MM people suddenly lost power in the coldest weather in 130 years. My aunt recorded 19F inside her home at one point. Obviously, we are not walking 40+ miles in that weather, but we did lose power and it was uncertain when it would return. I’ve focused on keeping the primary residence stocked for up to 2 weeks of interruption and, depending on the scenario, potential to thrive and even help neighbors. This recent weather event has re-engaged me in this mindset, and your comment has challenged my pre-conceived notions of what the BO decision and execution looks like. Cheers!