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mr__ed's avatar
mr__ed
Explorer
Jun 10, 2013

OOOPS! Left My Door Open Today!

Well I've never done this before. I just arrived in Albuquerque this morning and after setting up camp at a local RV park I began loading my truck with laundry to be done (I had a lot of other things on my mind, too). I left my campsite so I could complete my chores in the city (laundry, food shopping, etc.) and when I returned hours later I was shocked to see my RV's entry door was wide open. My first thought was a break-in but then I noticed that the door was neatly latched and the screen door was closed. (sigh of relief!)

So that's a lesson. Check the RV before leaving and don't be so absentminded! I'm glad to be in a good, safe park inhabited by mostly older folks who aren't likely to enter another's RV without an invitation. ;)

I'm sure some of you may have had a similar experience. If so, share it with us.....
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  • naturist's avatar
    naturist
    Nomad
    Jun 11, 2013
    On the one hand, it is great to have nothing amiss when making such a mistake. On the other hand, one ought not COUNT on that outcome, eh?

    And no, I've never done that.

    Although once, at the sticks 'n' bricks, I left my chainsaw sitting on the front steps, house door unlocked, while I made "quick" dash to the store for something. We live back in the woods off the beaten track, out in the country. Still, I don't usually do that.

    While I was in the store "just for a minute," a gully-washer came up, and as I'm driving up my driveway, I remembered I left the chainsaw outside, the water won't kill it, but sure won't do it a lot of good, either. Imagine my surprise to find that the chainsaw had let itself in the house and was sitting just inside the doorway. And yes, I am certain no family members moved it.
  • LadyRVer's avatar
    LadyRVer
    Explorer II
    Jun 11, 2013
    OK.. will share.. LOL..

    Went out last thing at night with furkid, locked up the truck, went inside and locked up door (2 locks) for the night and the next morning keys were on the picnic table. Guess I laid them down to take off collar and leash on cocker,
    went in and that was it for the night! Surprise!!!!

    Just the other day, now have a Class C, locked up entry door, both locks.
    Came back, forgot to lock the cab doors. Hmmmm.
  • brirene's avatar
    brirene
    Explorer
    Jun 11, 2013
    I think, fortunately, in the majority of campgrounds that wouldn't be an issue. Only problem I've ever had was some decorations being taken on a night when some kids (probably) were causing mischief. That said, I would never knowingly leave my door unlocked while not there. I suppose there are some where that might be an issue; hope I don't find them!
  • Crowe's avatar
    Crowe
    Explorer
    Jun 11, 2013
    Been there, done that! Have also done it with the garage door at home. Not worried so much about human break-ins but critter break-ins!

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