Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Assisting Another Person Not Become Weak The Instant Confronting Danger

By Arnista A McDonald


"Say, exactly where could you buy pepper spray?" That was an unexpected query from my auntie based in Miami, that was 50 years of age. She played tug-of-war along with a crook which wanted her bag and ended up with bruises. Luckily, two men came to her rescue. "I won't be a sitting duck next time," she huffed.

Yes, she was long aware pepper spray was non-lethal and did not leave long-term damage. That was precisely why it was her own weapon of choice. She found a video which demonstrated its effects, a burning sensation and pain if struck inside the face, eyes shutting and gagging. They were fast however short-term.

I asked if she was prepared to make use of a pepper spray, emphasizing this was useless if the user was not comfortable or confident concerning handling it. "My person and my possessions are important, so I will be ready," she answered.

That is my aunt, still a toughie after all these years. And I understand her conviction to shield herself during these uncertain instances. No place looked safe, she rued, thus people have to take precautions. Besides, Auntie Bess would practice appropriate use so there would be no fumbling the moment the time came.

She settled for a 1/2 ounce pepper spray with colored leatherette holster. It was among those mini pepper sprays which were easy to handle and easily fit in the hand. It may be connected to a belt loop or bag strap for quick access.

Having 10 percent oleoresin capsicum concentration, even a half-second burst is going to throw an assailant off with the unpleasant, burning experience. I cautioned my aunt, since this was a strong pepper spray, this is going to be potent. Thus, she didn't need to use much.

Moreover, once this was used and the assailant was briefly disabled, she had to get away or ask for assistance so these bad guys could be cleaned from the streets, I said.

Aunt Bess inquired, "Where can you purchase self defense spray," and she got her answer. Soon, she will be checking out other kinds of pepper sprays on the internet.




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