You were not paranoid at all, you have to constantly be aware of your surroundings, call them out, take pictures & videos of them, because if they weren't up to know good, then why did they run?
Exactly. Prior to them realizing I was taking pictures they were standing on the platform trying to act like they were going to take the Sprinter. As soon as they saw me videoing them they left. Not only that, the one with the mask coverIng his face suddenly took it off. He didn't need it anymore. Pretty telling!!
Yes Absolutely you couldv driven away and thought they llbe fine but your caring and your gut feeling is right on que iam soo glad these monsters are truly evil,and have no feeling or empathy for anyone its when they get caught that they get any feeling of being sorry for themselves not for anybody else just because they got caught
@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 Keep on speaking out repeatedly and focus on this crucial topic. Not that many Van Life RUclipsrs have addressed the life or death importance of Situational Awareness as you have, Carol. It is absolutely essential for Van Dwellers and travellers these days
Van life, homeless, nomads etc... all that will cease...you can count on it in the near future... a bill thru the Supreme Court has already been passed that parks are forbidden to sleep in. Trumps first presidency stated, we will get back our streets & sidewalks, parks, city's, we will offer help, treatment, counciling, if they refused they will be jailed. In some state parks, park Rangers are monitoring those that are there do not live in there vehicles. Parking lots of business will be monitoring vehicles parked extended times. People are tired of seeing others parked along curbs, not knowing of their intent.. It's just going to all come to head...so I hope nomaders & such keep current on news...but it's time to plan ahead now, have family, have friends (stay with) no family, no friends - better start making some friends, pair up with others-split costs whether it be a house-apartment-a tiny house-house boat, something other than converting a vehicle into a home.😮
Carole, based on your years working in law enforcement, I don't think you were wrong at all. Your instincts were spot on, especially since those men quickly decided to move out of the area. Appreciate that you used the experience as a teaching moment for your daughter and us glowbies.
They were probably human traffickers in flack wear in case someone fought back and maybe with hypodermic needles in the bag to knock out the victims. I think you did the right thing for you at the moment. Everyone winds up in their own scenarios and has to react based on their own circumstances. You took what action you needed to and averted the situation, so you did the right thing. I would have liked the pictures and that story to have gone to the police on or the internet anyway to expose them. Does your daughter know what human trafficking is? Maybe get her in some self-defense classes. She knew that they wanted to take something from her, but thought she didn't have anything for them to take. Maybe she didn't realize they wanted to take her freedom. Paranoia is a good thing to have. It isn't dangerous until it hampers your life. If it saves your life, it is called being street smart.
I follow you regularly. You should mention that your daughter is autistic. It would make you more cautious. With all the attacks on young women it is wise to be suspicious of men lurking around. You did the right thing. Just this week I was looking to buy something for protection. I think every women should have something in case of emergency.
I used to walk about a mile to elementary school everyday. My mother who was a nurse taught me to never accept a ride from anybody and if somebody stopped to ask me if I wanted a ride to RUN home immediately. This happened once and I ran home and my mother baked me cookies and treated me like a king for the day. That was a great reward
I also had to walk 2 long blocks to school in the 1950’s. No words of advice from my mom, but I started to pay attention to houses that had people in them in the afternoon. My plan was to run up and start pounding on the door. One day a car followed me almost the whole block, circling around 3 times. I was scared to death. I got home okay but that still gives me a sinking feeling in my stomach. Never told my mom, she wasn’t usually interested in things like that.
@cherylkruisheer3365 mom told me to hurry home, everyday, but no warnings as to why. One time I dawdled and got a spanking with her soft belt. 😂I never delayed again. It didn't hurt, but I got the message ❤
No ma'am, you were not being paranoid. As a 9 year old child, "back in the good ol' days in the 60's", when kids could go out and play and roam around freely until dark without supervision, my friend and I were attacked. I wish someone had taught us about being aware of people around us, what the prickly feeling means,not to be isolated, and what to do in such situations. As a former peace officer, you know how quickly things can happen, and thank God you were there.
My 18 year old sheltered granddaughter is flying to New Orleans today for a Taylor Swift concert and I am worried to death. You made me think of her again and I imnmediately sent her another message to be aware of her surroundings.
That was a good call. I ride my bike and e-trike about 12 to 16 miles several times a week. One time on my bike, I had one man on a country road in broad daylight ride up behind me on his bike and play with himself, when he got even with me. He said look what I have here. I looked over and just said, "huh". I didn't scream or get excited, I just kept riding and he turned around and rode off. I think he saw the butcher knife I had in my basket in plain sight. I also had shish kabob sticks velcroed in each side of the handlebars. I also had ammonia in a hair coloring bottle in my water bottle holder. It could be squirted into their eyes. It pays to be prepared, stay calm and just watch your surroundings
Good Job Carol! Those men could have had guns and kidnapped the girls. I was held at gunpoint when I was 17, I was walking home from school, and a man in a car asked me for some directions...before I knew it, He pointed a gun at me and told me to get into the car. I got away, thank God....but your daughter and her friend need to be aware that very bad people are looking for them. They're lucky to be alive! Praise the Lord for your good perception 🙏😇🙏
Oh, honey! I feel sick to my stomach. I have a special needs sister who I have tried to protect since we were kids. Their innocence is very endearing but also frightening. You absolutely did the best thing in that situation! God has given you the gift of discernment so you can help your daughter, as well as so many others! I will continue to lift you and your precious daughter up in prayer.❤🙏🏻
Their are a lot of missing or people that are no longer alive because they didn’t listen to that voice.Thank you you are a wonderful mother and thanks for sharing you are saving lives❤❤❤😊
I think you're amazing! Young innocent girls haven't been around men like that, which those men could see it clearly. When you've been on this earth around all kinds of people we get the ability to see behaviors in others which the young ladies don't recognize it for what it is. If she was mad, that's okay as long as they were safe. Today's world is frightening. I am glad your daughter is safe.
My kids used to take the Sprinters to school and I always stressed that they need to be with the crowds. For over 5 years of a Sprinter mom, I say, you did the right thing! Yes, I probably would've already walked over. Trust your gut feelings!!
My daughter and I were traveling to Florida she had to go potty I needed gas. We stop at a station I start fueling and she heads to the bathroom. Two weird os follow her I run over and scream get in the van. She's freaking out and they backed off. I know they were up to no good.
You were lucky yourself!! Not only being alert is key but more importantly what are you gonna do when over-powered? Is your phone on you, is the GPS ON Do you have a stunning device Do you have a LEGAL protection device (there are MANY things besides big bulky guns that hide away quite perfectly that can disable one) Have a plan Have a course of action
A thousand percent not being paranoid. Best reason ever to have an item. What you did was brilliant and effective. Such quick thinking. Very, very scary with a good ending. She knew one guy was a “robber” so she’s definitely aware, next we need to know what to actually do. Very important video.
I think you did what any mother bear would do!! I'd rather have my daughter peeved at me than me grieving the loss of my child. You are right; this is a whole different world and we have to behave differently than what the norms have taught us in the past.
We all think you're a wonderful, responsible mother, protecting her daughter and her friend as well. You're smart, street aware, your head on a swivel, trusting your instinct, feeling when sh!t might come down. Great sense of awareness, probably because of your vanlife experience or other things in your life. Kudos to you for planning this little sherlock spying to make sure your daughter wouldn't get in trouble. Something similar happened to me once, too long to explain here, but I know that enviroawareness saved my but.
You are a mom. You will always be a mom. Your instinct will always be on alert. In today's world especially, you did good. I don't trust anybody anymore.
I would not have thought about doing the safer thing that you did. Dummy me would have walked over there to intervene and ended up being a victim also. That was a GREAT thing you did. You also would have had documented evidence of the crime if one occurred. No; you definitely weren’t being paranoid! I hope your daughter learned a valuable skill that day and that she continues to use it in the future. Thank you for being such a good mama. More children need smart, educational support from their parents like that. Have a great day.
Nobody said she was. In fact, Carole stated that there is "a lot more learning that needs to go forward". So, basically, you're just stating what everybody else already knows.
@@CheriGoodwin Carole seems to be very aware of how to parent her daughter. She was not out unaccompanied and maybe learned a good lesson. I think it's great Carole let her go on that little trip but was monitoring her the whole time.
This is why I tell people do not take life for granted. You're absolutely right. I don't take nothing for granted an hour of red flags. Especially that I live. Alternatively, I'm very careful on my surroundings. I take nothing for granted. No, should you guys.
Carole thank God almighty you were there and I pray that your daughter sees that blessing in her life. This will definitely, hopefully, be enough to make her think about situational awareness from now on. We probably all need a wake up call to make us think safety
You were absolutely not paranoid. You were very quick thinking and I would have done the same thing. Making them aware you both saw them AND had there pictures. What a close call thet was!
Good for you, Carol!!! You're aware, not paranoid.... it's terrible these days for women & children, especially younger women. The most dangerous force on Earth for decent people is denial.
Carol, what you did was right, I'm a little jumpy too much of the time. I would have ran over there and stood in front of the girls and stared at the men while escorting them to where there were others around. I'm sometimes thought of as too much up in people's faces or business. But you and I will not turn a blind eye to these times. I believe that even the bad guy or guys don't want to mess with family protectors! We each can do something. Thanks for your quick thinking with your camera and your protective voice . Love from my house to yours .
I think you handled it in just the right way. That was also a good opportunity to talk to your daughter. It's good that she noticed it too but hopefully she will realize she needs to be more aware herself. But you did good Mom! I might have walked over there myself while taking pictures : ) But that might have forced their hands too.
You were right on in your suspicions and in how you handled it-no actual confrontation, but making it absolutely clear to those guys that your daughter and her friend weren’t the easy pickings they were looking for.
Good instincts, Carol! Your quick thinking probably prevented these guys from preying on the girls. It's not just young ones that don't pay attention though. I staved off an incident while traveling with my 65-year-old friend. She was quite unaware of the danger she was in until the man she was talking to, threw his wine glass at the brick wall of the Irish Pub we were at. As soon as it happened, I alerted staff, who came running, and then I ushered her out. I knew it was coming as soon as she started talking to him. Scary people out there!😁
Too bad the guys got away and are still free to go after other people. I would have called the police first, then proceeded to take pictures and to go over there. I hope you will talk with law enforcement about this and show them the pictures. I shudder to think to think what those guys will do to the next people they can get their hands on. And they will continue as long as they are free. Yes your daughter is safe but unfortunately the next intended victims may not be saved from those men. And as long as they are free there is no telling how many women, girls, children will be taken and most likely trafficked. So very very very bad they were allowed to go free.
You reacted brilliantly, and no, I would not have had the presence of mind to react the way you did. And nothing is ever overboard or too much in protecting our kids. the two bad guys certainly weren’t thinking about how overboard their bad intentions were.
Unfortunately “being seen” is no longer a deterrent for these evil people. Being on the same side of the fencing, on the same side of the rail tracks might have helped. But good for you for doing whatever you could. AND ALWAYS LISTEN TO YOUR INTUITION ‼️ And let your daughter know she failed the “test”, they should have immediately moved toward the other people.
Oh gosh, this story made me sick. You are definitely not being paranoid! I travel solo a lot and I see so many people (lots of women) not paying attention to their surroundings, especially at gas stations and truck stops. I always stand with my back against my car or van while pumping gas, “keeping my head on a swivel”. I lock my car door as I’m getting back in. I don’t ever have my face buried in my phone and I ALWAYS listen to my gut even when it seems crazy. Like you, my traveling item is not always with me when I’m local to my home, but maybe it should be. I’m SO very glad that this situation turned out ok! I think you handled it perfectly. If you had gone over to where they were they may have absconded with all three of you if they were arm-Ed (although seems like there wasn’t even enough time for you to get to them, plus you might have lost sight of the girls). I’m so glad you were watching out for them!! My granddaughter is on the spectrum. It’s definitely been a process learning how to best teach her safety skills. Stay safe everyone! ❤✌️
Carol, this was a much needed video! I hope everyone pays attention. You were very smart the way you handled it! I'm so sorry you and your daughter had to go through this.
Heck no, you averted a crime. Sorry your daughter will give you grief. I have a son with schizophrenia who I have to monitor closely too but he's independent too. He lives independently but we check on him every other day and he ives with us half the time. Just discovered your channel, this is my first video, thank you so much
Thank you. Reminders are so important! And absolutely NOT PARANOID, but an aware, loving mother who cares deeply for her daughter! May we all be blessed with your astute observations! Situational awareness is needed now for all of us! Blessings!
I thought your response was spot on! Thank you for sharing y'alls experience with situational awareness. It was a lifesaver for those two girls that day. Ongoing teaching in that is required, which you realize!! I get so tired of women saying: "well, it's up to men not to be preying on women. Women should be able to go wherever they please, without fear. Men should just leave them alone" Unfortunately, the world doesn't work like that......
You handled that very well. I hope your daughter learned from it too. It's hard to let our kids and grandkids go out on their own now days. Especially if they have special needs! Prayers for you and your daughter!
Carol, you did the right thing. I would have been running to get right next to my daughter. Those guys were up to no good. Glad you were there for them. Alot of meanest in this world.
Your reflection is so poignant. It's heartbreaking to think about the tragedy of the South Tower and the way instinct was set aside in favour of trust in authority. As parents, it's hard not to feel protective over our children, especially when something just doesn't feel right. You handled the situation with your daughter with such wisdom and care. Balancing independence and safety is no easy feat, and it's clear you've done an incredible job navigating that. Your love and instincts as a mother shine through. Well done indeed! 👏🏽 👏🏽👏🏽
Thank you. Itnis doubly difficult with a special needs kiddo. But we do our best. Youbare so right about the tragic consequences sometimes of trusting authority iver intuition. I also think of the fire in Maui where officials reportedly directed people back towards the fire. The ones who refused to follow those directions and went thr opposite way survived.
You did the right thing. A loving mother will do whatever it takes to help their children. Even if your children don't understand. I did countless things like this for my 3 kids, even if they didn't appreciate it. I know I helped them, and they and things would have been worse if I didn't help them. They are all still living and going on with lives.
Carole you are so right and did the right thing. It is sad that we need to assume that anyone, everyone is up to no good, but it is the sad truth today. I appreciate the wisdom you share.
GLOW: Once again, you have provided such sound advice that could and should be shared thruout this community and beyond. I think one of the gifts that was given to you by God was for you to go out in the world as a natural born teacher/educator. This channel is an absolutely perfect place for you to motivate and share your observations and experiences with the rest of the world. Keep it up, Carol!
You were not paranoid,you did the right thing because these days there are so many predators everywhere looking for victims thank God that you were there.❤
It really is a fine line between being appropriately concerned and aware vs paranoid. Itis especially difficult to keep that balance in the times we live in.
I like to be prepared for ANYTHING as much as possible. My dogs really help me sleep at night because they alert me to anything they hear that strikes them as unusual. The best prevention is to stay out of highly populated areas period.
Seeing that you didn’t have, the thing that, you normally have, I believe you handled the situation appropriately. Those guys, got your message, loud and clear. Nice job protecting your daughter, and her friend but it’s just scary to think about what could’ve happened if you weren’t there.
You are a very wise woman. I am SO glad you listened to your spirit of discernment and did something. It's great that you had a discussion with your daughter afterwards about the situation. I will be sure to share your story with other young people about situation awareness.Thank you for caring about others by sharing your story.
Right On Carol, your spidy senses were on point. I’m sending to my son to share with my granddaughter. I don’t think we can be too careful these days! 🏆🥇 Bravo 🏆
I am just so relieved that I stayed and it turned out the way it did. Sometimes you just have to let your kids thi know you are being paranoid and continue protecting them!
It does seem that kids these days are much less aware of dangers and have the attitude nothing will happen to them. That lack of awareness is really frightening as a parent considering how much more dangerous the world around us is these days. When Ibwas growing up I never heard if people going into grocery stores ir movie theaters and shooting up thr place. Trafficking was not an everyday activity. So much has changed.
Great job. First, shadowing your child as they venture into the world. Next, reacting to your excellent observations. With their dog and bags, it is likely they were scouts and a vehicle would have arrived to pick up the young women. Very good and detailed review and explanation. I must point out that it wasn't the voice inside you were reacting to, it was calm, observations and forethought. In classes with my biz, Safety for All Abilities, we would follow up with three other possible defense reactions. Super important, never go with anyone, no matter threats they may give. We'll talk again soon.
OMG NO if you hadn't acted it could have been a violent disaster! You did exactly what I would have. Always Always listen to that voice. I'm so glad they are safe ❤
Wow that would of been scary to watch Carol, I believe your instincts were right, you did the right thing, thanks for sharing your advice on making sure we are aware of our surroundings at all times. Take care 🙋♀️🇦🇺
I don’t know what the condition is with your daughter, but I am so glad you’re vigilant. I have a granddaughter who is 21 and will most likely never live on her own but at the same time we have to try and let them learn as much independence as possible, you did a wonderful job and probably saved your daughters life And you are right much more learning good for you. ❤
This experience is very disheartening, to say the least. I hate to think what could've happened had you not been there. The fact that the two were actually acting as though they didn't know each other is probably why the masked robber stood out to her. People are getting so demonic and desperate nowadays that they are not above using an adorable pet. God forbid if your daughter or her friend would've been tempted or actually petted (got acquainted with culprit no. 2's little doggie. It's also a warning for you too Mama Bear as much as you want to grant your daughter more freedom it's best she sees you as the uncool parent than chance her never seeing you again. At the level of evil, human trafficking, and psychos on the loose best to play it safe. Stay Blessed!👍🏾✝️💙
You were not paranoid. The love for your daughter put you in high alert to watch what was in place. Wished people would did the same for their safety. Much love to you ❤
You absolutely did the right thing! Tell your daughter to NEVER be afraid to insult a stranger in the name of safety. Her gut was right but she still remained in harms way. She needs further safety education even if you have to instill fear in her.
You were not paranoid at all, you have to constantly be aware of your surroundings, call them out, take pictures & videos of them, because if they weren't up to know good, then why did they run?
Exactly. Prior to them realizing I was taking pictures they were standing on the platform trying to act like they were going to take the Sprinter. As soon as they saw me videoing them they left. Not only that, the one with the mask coverIng his face suddenly took it off. He didn't need it anymore. Pretty telling!!
HAVE A SAFE WORD BETWEEN FAMILY/COMPANIONS! 👍
@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621TY 😮🙏 for teaching us and for saving two precious young lives. You are a 😊👍 Good Mama Bear.❤️🛡️🐻✝️🕊️✨
Good job. You have to be careful these days. Your daughter (thank God) was ok.
You was not paranoid you did well cold world
Paranoid or not, …. Go with your gut!
ALWAYS
very well said
What took you so long?❤
A mother's instinct is always right. So glad you were there for them.
SO TRUE!!!!
Yes Absolutely you couldv driven away and thought they llbe fine but your caring and your gut feeling is right on que iam soo glad these monsters are truly evil,and have no feeling or empathy for anyone its when they get caught that they get any feeling of being sorry for themselves not for anybody else just because they got caught
Even as a 68 year old man if doesn’t feel right I’m outta there 😊
Those creepy men were up to something for sure. Makes my skin crawl.
Dear lady, you didn't argue with your intuition and that is the best thing ever. Proud of you👏
Thank you. It has taken awhile and some hard lessons to learn to listen to my intuition.
@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621
Keep on speaking out repeatedly and focus on this crucial topic.
Not that many Van Life RUclipsrs have addressed the life or death importance of Situational Awareness as you have, Carol.
It is absolutely essential for Van Dwellers and travellers these days
Van life, homeless, nomads etc... all that will cease...you can count on it in the near future... a bill thru the Supreme Court has already been passed that parks are forbidden to sleep in. Trumps first presidency stated, we will get back our streets & sidewalks, parks, city's, we will offer help, treatment, counciling, if they refused they will be jailed.
In some state parks, park Rangers are monitoring those that are there do not live in there vehicles.
Parking lots of business will be monitoring vehicles parked extended times.
People are tired of seeing others parked along curbs, not knowing of their intent..
It's just going to all come to head...so I hope nomaders & such keep current on news...but it's time to plan ahead now, have family, have friends (stay with) no family, no friends - better start making some friends, pair up with others-split costs whether it be a house-apartment-a tiny house-house boat, something other than converting a vehicle into a home.😮
Carole, based on your years working in law enforcement, I don't think you were wrong at all. Your instincts were spot on, especially since those men quickly decided to move out of the area. Appreciate that you used the experience as a teaching moment for your daughter and us glowbies.
They were probably human traffickers in flack wear in case someone fought back and maybe with hypodermic needles in the bag to knock out the victims. I think you did the right thing for you at the moment. Everyone winds up in their own scenarios and has to react based on their own circumstances. You took what action you needed to and averted the situation, so you did the right thing. I would have liked the pictures and that story to have gone to the police on or the internet anyway to expose them.
Does your daughter know what human trafficking is? Maybe get her in some self-defense classes. She knew that they wanted to take something from her, but thought she didn't have anything for them to take. Maybe she didn't realize they wanted to take her freedom. Paranoia is a good thing to have. It isn't dangerous until it hampers your life. If it saves your life, it is called being street smart.
That feeling is Holy Spirit telling you something is wrong. Not paranoid. Fantastic response.
It is so critical to learn to recognize and listen to the Holy Spirit when It speaks to us!!
@@rebeccaprange9310 for sure. It has saved my bacon more than once! All thanks to God
How you handled the two men, likely saved your daughter and her friend....good work ~
I follow you regularly. You should mention that your daughter is autistic. It would make you more cautious. With all the attacks on young women it is wise to be suspicious of men lurking around. You did the right thing. Just this week I was looking to buy something for protection. I think every women should have something in case of emergency.
Baby, the minute you mentioned your gut feeling I had your back! That feeling is real and has saved me twice!
Oh, yeah, babe.
I used to walk about a mile to elementary school everyday. My mother who was a nurse taught me to never accept a ride from anybody and if somebody stopped to ask me if I wanted a ride to RUN home immediately. This happened once and I ran home and my mother baked me cookies and treated me like a king for the day. That was a great reward
Home to an empty house is not good advice, after all, these subhumans do not want the company of adults, so run to very public areas.
I also had to walk 2 long blocks to school in the 1950’s. No words of advice from my mom, but I started to pay attention to houses that had people in them in the afternoon. My plan was to run up and start pounding on the door. One day a car followed me almost the whole block, circling around 3 times. I was scared to death. I got home okay but that still gives me a sinking feeling in my stomach. Never told my mom, she wasn’t usually interested in things like that.
You Sir, are a Gentleman & a Scholar 🙌🏽
That's sad. Glad you made it home safely. @cherylkruisheer3365
@cherylkruisheer3365 mom told me to hurry home, everyday, but no warnings as to why. One time I dawdled and got a spanking with her soft belt. 😂I never delayed again. It didn't hurt, but I got the message ❤
No ma'am, you were not being paranoid. As a 9 year old child, "back in the good ol' days in the 60's", when kids could go out and play and roam around freely until dark without supervision, my friend and I were attacked. I wish someone had taught us about being aware of people around us, what the prickly feeling means,not to be isolated, and what to do in such situations. As a former peace officer, you know how quickly things can happen, and thank God you were there.
Wow have you ever shared your story on social media? ❤
@SoundTheHorn. No. That was 61 years ago, and the feelings are still too raw to talk about.
@@PlainVanillaGrandmaCarol I’m so sorry that memories still haunt your #metoo
@@PlainVanillaGrandmaCarol oh ok. I’m so sorry. Thank you for sharing as much as you did. May God grant you complete healing and virtue ❤️
@SoundTheHorn. Thank you for your kind words. You sound like such a sweet person. I hope you have a wonderful day.
Way to go MOTHER BEAR! Your instincts and your actions were right on!
Indeed, you are a mother bear!!
Good actions mom. There is a fine line between freedom and protection with our children
I would have done the same. I have a daughter with health problems that needs some help still. Those guys definitely sound suspicious.
My 18 year old sheltered granddaughter is flying to New Orleans today for a Taylor Swift concert and I am worried to death. You made me think of her again and I imnmediately sent her another message to be aware of her surroundings.
Did she return or was she kidnapped into the prostitution world?
You have no idea what her value is to the sex world per day.!
Great Mom . You were there for not only your daughter , but for someone else's daughter too . Good move and fast thinking .
You were super smart to do that Carol!! We can’t be too careful these days.
That was a good call. I ride my bike and e-trike about 12 to 16 miles several times a week. One time on my bike, I had one man on a country road in broad daylight ride up behind me on his bike and play with himself, when he got even with me. He said look what I have here. I looked over and just said, "huh". I didn't scream or get excited, I just kept riding and he turned around and rode off. I think he saw the butcher knife I had in my basket in plain sight. I also had shish kabob sticks velcroed in each side of the handlebars. I also had ammonia in a hair coloring bottle in my water bottle holder. It could be squirted into their eyes. It pays to be prepared, stay calm and just watch your surroundings
Good job mom God did not give us the spirit of fear but of POWER and LOVE and A SOUND MIND 🙏🏽💕
Amen!!
Mom, you ROCK out LOUD!
NO!!! YOU WERE NOT BEING PARONOID!! YOU SAVED YOUR DAUGHTER'S LIFE!!!
And her friend also. Good mom❤
YES! AND HER FRIEND!
Good Job Carol! Those men could have had guns and kidnapped the girls. I was held at gunpoint when I was 17, I was walking home from school, and a man in a car asked me for some directions...before I knew it, He pointed a gun at me and told me to get into the car. I got away, thank God....but your daughter and her friend need to be aware that very bad people are looking for them. They're lucky to be alive! Praise the Lord for your good perception 🙏😇🙏
An adult needed to be with them...
Oh, honey! I feel sick to my stomach. I have a special needs sister who I have tried to protect since we were kids. Their innocence is very endearing but also frightening. You absolutely did the best thing in that situation! God has given you the gift of discernment so you can help your daughter, as well as so many others! I will continue to lift you and your precious daughter up in prayer.❤🙏🏻
Yes innocence, no one cares about innocence, people see it as food
Walked past more than once. That's all I need to know.
Their are a lot of missing or people that are no longer alive because they didn’t listen to that voice.Thank you you are a wonderful mother and thanks for sharing you are saving lives❤❤❤😊
I think you're amazing! Young innocent girls haven't been around men like that, which those men could see it clearly. When you've been on this earth around all kinds of people we get the ability to see behaviors in others which the young ladies don't recognize it for what it is. If she was mad, that's okay as long as they were safe. Today's world is frightening. I am glad your daughter is safe.
Better safe than sorry, kudos to you mom.🙌🏾
My kids used to take the Sprinters to school and I always stressed that they need to be with the crowds. For over 5 years of a Sprinter mom, I say, you did the right thing! Yes, I probably would've already walked over. Trust your gut feelings!!
wow you did the right thing without anyone getting hurt, meaning you or your daughter and her friend,,
My daughter and I were traveling to Florida she had to go potty I needed gas. We stop at a station I start fueling and she heads to the bathroom. Two weird os follow her I run over and scream get in the van. She's freaking out and they backed off. I know they were up to no good.
You were lucky yourself!! Not only being alert is key but more importantly what are you gonna do when over-powered?
Is your phone on you, is the GPS ON
Do you have a stunning device
Do you have a LEGAL protection device (there are MANY things besides big bulky guns that hide away quite perfectly that can disable one)
Have a plan
Have a course of action
A thousand percent not being paranoid. Best reason ever to have an item. What you did was brilliant and effective. Such quick thinking. Very, very scary with a good ending. She knew one guy was a “robber” so she’s definitely aware, next we need to know what to actually do. Very important video.
I think you did what any mother bear would do!! I'd rather have my daughter peeved at me than me grieving the loss of my child. You are right; this is a whole different world and we have to behave differently than what the norms have taught us in the past.
We all think you're a wonderful, responsible mother, protecting her daughter and her friend as well. You're smart, street aware, your head on a swivel, trusting your instinct, feeling when sh!t might come down. Great sense of awareness, probably because of your vanlife experience or other things in your life. Kudos to you for planning this little sherlock spying to make sure your daughter wouldn't get in trouble.
Something similar happened to me once, too long to explain here, but I know that enviroawareness saved my but.
You are a mom. You will always be a mom. Your instinct will always be on alert. In today's world especially, you did good. I don't trust anybody anymore.
ALWAYS listen to your Spidey Senses!! Good for you! You did good Mom!!
I would not have thought about doing the safer thing that you did. Dummy me would have walked over there to intervene and ended up being a victim also. That was a GREAT thing you did. You also would have had documented evidence of the crime if one occurred. No; you definitely weren’t being paranoid! I hope your daughter learned a valuable skill that day and that she continues to use it in the future. Thank you for being such a good mama. More children need smart, educational support from their parents like that. Have a great day.
She's not ready to go out unaccompanied.
Nobody said she was. In fact, Carole stated that there is "a lot more learning that needs to go forward". So, basically, you're just stating what everybody else already knows.
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@@CheriGoodwin Carole seems to be very aware of how to parent her daughter. She was not out unaccompanied and maybe learned a good lesson. I think it's great Carole let her go on that little trip but was monitoring her the whole time.
You did the Correct thing!!!!!!!!!!! THANK GOD OF THE UNIVERSE YOU WERE THERE!!!!!!!
This is why I tell people do not take life for granted. You're absolutely right. I don't take nothing for granted an hour of red flags. Especially that I live. Alternatively, I'm very careful on my surroundings. I take nothing for granted. No, should you guys.
Carole thank God almighty you were there and I pray that your daughter sees that blessing in her life.
This will definitely, hopefully, be enough to make her think about situational awareness from now on. We probably all need a wake up call to make us think safety
You were absolutely not paranoid. You were very quick thinking and I would have done the same thing. Making them aware you both saw them AND had there pictures. What a close call thet was!
Good for you, Carol!!! You're aware, not paranoid.... it's terrible these days for women & children, especially younger women. The most dangerous force on Earth for decent people is denial.
Carol, what you did was right, I'm a little jumpy too much of the time. I would have ran over there and stood in front of the girls and stared at the men while escorting them to where there were others around. I'm sometimes thought of as too much up in people's faces or business. But you and I will not turn a blind eye to these times. I believe that even the bad guy or guys don't want to mess with family protectors! We each can do something. Thanks for your quick thinking with your camera and your protective voice . Love from my house to yours .
I think your daughter is very lucky you stuck around to make sure they got on the train safely. The power of love 💗🙏💗
Wow. Lucky your daughter has you for a mom. You are such a blessing to do many. You are wise and not afraid to stand up when need be.
Oh, no, dear, SMART Carol!! What you did was brilliant!!
I think you handled it in just the right way. That was also a good opportunity to talk to your daughter. It's good that she noticed it too but hopefully she will realize she needs to be more aware herself. But you did good Mom! I might have walked over there myself while taking pictures : ) But that might have forced their hands too.
You were right on in your suspicions and in how you handled it-no actual confrontation, but making it absolutely clear to those guys that your daughter and her friend weren’t the easy pickings they were looking for.
Bravo to you. Your daughter is very lucky to have a mom like you!
Good instincts, Carol! Your quick thinking probably prevented these guys from preying on the girls. It's not just young ones that don't pay attention though. I staved off an incident while traveling with my 65-year-old friend. She was quite unaware of the danger she was in until the man she was talking to, threw his wine glass at the brick wall of the Irish Pub we were at. As soon as it happened, I alerted staff, who came running, and then I ushered her out. I knew it was coming as soon as she started talking to him. Scary people out there!😁
I hope your friend appreciated you for stepping in and also learned something!!
Too bad the guys got away and are still free to go after other people. I would have called the police first, then proceeded to take pictures and to go over there. I hope you will talk with law enforcement about this and show them the pictures. I shudder to think to think what those guys will do to the next people they can get their hands on. And they will continue as long as they are free. Yes your daughter is safe but unfortunately the next intended victims may not be saved from those men. And as long as they are free there is no telling how many women, girls, children will be taken and most likely trafficked. So very very very bad they were allowed to go free.
You reacted brilliantly, and no, I would not have had the presence of mind to react the way you did. And nothing is ever overboard or too much in protecting our kids. the two bad guys certainly weren’t thinking about how overboard their bad intentions were.
Unfortunately “being seen” is no longer a deterrent for these evil people. Being on the same side of the fencing, on the same side of the rail tracks might have helped. But good for you for doing whatever you could. AND ALWAYS LISTEN TO YOUR INTUITION ‼️
And let your daughter know she failed the “test”, they should have immediately moved toward the other people.
You saved your daughter’s life. (And her friend)
Bless you ❤
Oh gosh, this story made me sick. You are definitely not being paranoid! I travel solo a lot and I see so many people (lots of women) not paying attention to their surroundings, especially at gas stations and truck stops. I always stand with my back against my car or van while pumping gas, “keeping my head on a swivel”. I lock my car door as I’m getting back in. I don’t ever have my face buried in my phone and I ALWAYS listen to my gut even when it seems crazy. Like you, my traveling item is not always with me when I’m local to my home, but maybe it should be.
I’m SO very glad that this situation turned out ok! I think you handled it perfectly. If you had gone over to where they were they may have absconded with all three of you if they were arm-Ed (although seems like there wasn’t even enough time for you to get to them, plus you might have lost sight of the girls). I’m so glad you were watching out for them!!
My granddaughter is on the spectrum. It’s definitely been a process learning how to best teach her safety skills.
Stay safe everyone! ❤✌️
Carol, this was a much needed video! I hope everyone pays attention. You were very smart the way you handled it! I'm so sorry you and your daughter had to go through this.
Thank you so much!
Heck no, you averted a crime. Sorry your daughter will give you grief. I have a son with schizophrenia who I have to monitor closely too but he's independent too. He lives independently but we check on him every other day and he ives with us half the time. Just discovered your channel, this is my first video, thank you so much
Thank you. Reminders are so important! And absolutely NOT PARANOID, but an aware, loving mother who cares deeply for her daughter! May we all be blessed with your astute observations! Situational awareness is needed now for all of us! Blessings!
I thought your response was spot on! Thank you for sharing y'alls experience with situational awareness. It was a lifesaver for those two girls that day.
Ongoing teaching in that is required, which you realize!!
I get so tired of women saying: "well, it's up to men not to be preying on women. Women should be able to go wherever they please, without fear. Men should just leave them alone"
Unfortunately, the world doesn't work like that......
You handled that very well. I hope your daughter learned from it too. It's hard to let our kids and grandkids go out on their own now days. Especially if they have special needs! Prayers for you and your daughter!
Clowns have been on our trains and trolleys in SoCal knowing there is zero security. Good momma! 🙌
Carol, you did the right thing. I would have been running to get right next to my daughter. Those guys were up to no good. Glad you were there for them. Alot of meanest in this world.
Your reflection is so poignant. It's heartbreaking to think about the tragedy of the South Tower and the way instinct was set aside in favour of trust in authority.
As parents, it's hard not to feel protective over our children, especially when something just doesn't feel right. You handled the situation with your daughter with such wisdom and care. Balancing independence and safety is no easy feat, and it's clear you've done an incredible job navigating that. Your love and instincts as a mother shine through. Well done indeed! 👏🏽 👏🏽👏🏽
Thank you. Itnis doubly difficult with a special needs kiddo. But we do our best. Youbare so right about the tragic consequences sometimes of trusting authority iver intuition. I also think of the fire in Maui where officials reportedly directed people back towards the fire. The ones who refused to follow those directions and went thr opposite way survived.
Thank you for covering these topics. Nowadays it is very needed. God bless you you and your family.
You did the right thing. A loving mother will do whatever it takes to help their children. Even if your children don't understand. I did countless things like this for my 3 kids, even if they didn't appreciate it. I know I helped them, and they and things would have been worse if I didn't help them. They are all still living and going on with lives.
Carole you are so right and did the right thing. It is sad that we need to assume that anyone, everyone is up to no good, but it is the sad truth today. I appreciate the wisdom you share.
You handled it exactly the right way! 👏🏻 Things did not escalate and the guys got the message to get lost!! Always go with your intuition ladies.
GLOW: Once again, you have provided such sound advice that could and should be shared thruout this community and beyond. I think one of the gifts that was given to you by God was for you to go out in the world as a natural born teacher/educator. This channel is an absolutely perfect place for you to motivate and share your observations and experiences with the rest of the world. Keep it up, Carol!
You were not paranoid,you did the right thing because these days there are so many predators everywhere looking for victims thank God that you were there.❤
It really is a fine line between being appropriately concerned and aware vs paranoid. Itis especially difficult to keep that balance in the times we live in.
I like to be prepared for ANYTHING as much as possible. My dogs really help me sleep at night because they alert me to anything they hear that strikes them as unusual. The best prevention is to stay out of highly populated areas period.
You did wonderfully… perfect instinct…you can’t be too careful…don’t worry about offending the creeps!!
Carole, you were proactive and wise. Thank the Lord you did not leave your daughter unattended.
Always follow your gut feelings. You were right in your actions. Your gut never fails you!
Smart Mother, blessed child and her friend! You are awesome! Love you, stay strong!
You’re a pretty smart. I don’t think I would’ve been able to think of it that quick. I’m glad you were able to protect your daughter and her friend.
I bet you would have. You would be surprised how quickly you can act when your child is in danger.
No you weren’t being paranoid.
Seeing that you didn’t have, the thing that, you normally have, I believe you handled the situation appropriately. Those guys, got your message, loud and clear. Nice job protecting your daughter, and her friend but it’s just scary to think about what could’ve happened if you weren’t there.
You did the right thing!! Awareness is so important as well as following your gut.
If they weren't up to anything wrong, why did they leave?
You are a very wise woman. I am SO glad you listened to your spirit of discernment and did something. It's great that you had a discussion with your daughter afterwards about the situation. I will be sure to share your story with other young people about situation awareness.Thank you for caring about others by sharing your story.
Thank you for being so concerned about other young people to share this information
You were on point , they were sizing them up and planning a strategy to confront them
Right On Carol, your spidy senses were on point. I’m sending to my son to share with my granddaughter. I don’t think we can be too careful these days! 🏆🥇 Bravo 🏆
You did exactly the right thing. Trust your gut! Discernment is key. You're a caring mother. Kudos 👏
Thank you so much 🤗
You did good. Your daughter is lucky to have you. You’re lucky nothing happened. Thank you for sharing.
I am just so relieved that I stayed and it turned out the way it did. Sometimes you just have to let your kids thi know you are being paranoid and continue protecting them!
You absolutely did the right thing. Thank you for sharing this important information!
You did the right thing. Our kids are unaware of these things in life. You saved your daughter and friend! 🙏🏾
It does seem that kids these days are much less aware of dangers and have the attitude nothing will happen to them. That lack of awareness is really frightening as a parent considering how much more dangerous the world around us is these days. When Ibwas growing up I never heard if people going into grocery stores ir movie theaters and shooting up thr place. Trafficking was not an everyday activity. So much has changed.
Great job. First, shadowing your child as they venture into the world. Next, reacting to your excellent observations. With their dog and bags, it is likely they were scouts and a vehicle would have arrived to pick up the young women. Very good and detailed review and explanation. I must point out that it wasn't the voice inside you were reacting to, it was calm, observations and forethought.
In classes with my biz, Safety for All Abilities, we would follow up with three other possible defense reactions. Super important, never go with anyone, no matter threats they may give.
We'll talk again soon.
You were being a protected parent!
Glad you made the right decision!
OMG NO if you hadn't acted it could have been a violent disaster! You did exactly what I would have. Always Always listen to that voice. I'm so glad they are safe ❤
Wow that would of been scary to watch Carol, I believe your instincts were right, you did the right thing, thanks for sharing your advice on making sure we are aware of our surroundings at all times.
Take care 🙋♀️🇦🇺
No! You weren't paranoid. Your instincts are on point My Girl❤ tell your daughter she's lucky and blessed to have you❤
I don’t know what the condition is with your daughter, but I am so glad you’re vigilant. I have a granddaughter who is 21 and will most likely never live on her own but at the same time we have to try and let them learn as much independence as possible, you did a wonderful job and probably saved your daughters life And you are right much more learning good for you. ❤
Basic self defence classes is a REQUIERMENT for us and our loved ones these days! So happy you took action. Blessings!
Good job mom !❤
You did the perfect thing! Trust your Gut Mama. ❤️🙏
Glad you stayed and watch your child and saved her and friend from something terrible.
I am so glad to. Even though my daughter did 't want me to!!
This experience is very disheartening, to say the least. I hate to think what could've happened had you not been there. The fact that the two were actually acting as though they didn't know each other is probably why the masked robber stood out to her. People are getting so demonic and desperate nowadays that they are not above using an adorable pet. God forbid if your daughter or her friend would've been tempted or actually petted (got acquainted with culprit no. 2's little doggie. It's also a warning for you too Mama Bear as much as you want to grant your daughter more freedom it's best she sees you as the uncool parent than chance her never seeing you again. At the level of evil, human trafficking, and psychos on the loose best to play it safe. Stay Blessed!👍🏾✝️💙
We jeed to always pray for discernment and wisdom thru the Holy Spirit.
You did the right thing. God was with the young ladies.
Those guys were probably up to no good. Thank God for your quick actions.❤
You were not paranoid. The love for your daughter put you in high alert to watch what was in place. Wished people would did the same for their safety. Much love to you ❤
Yes! A good instinct.
You absolutely did the right thing! Tell your daughter to NEVER be afraid to insult a stranger in the name of safety.
Her gut was right but she still remained in harms way. She needs further safety education even if you have to instill fear in her.