In the days that followed, we decided that gratitude alone wasn’t enough — we needed to take action.
We invested in a comprehensive home security system:
- Motion-sensing floodlights around the yard
- Door and window alarms connected to our phones
- High-definition cameras covering every angle of our property
But the most important change wasn’t just in technology — it was in mindset.
We began talking more with our neighbors, setting up a small neighborhood watch group. We shared tips, schedules, and emergency contacts. The sense of connection — something modern life often forgets — made all of us feel safer.
The Lesson That Stays With Me
It’s been months since that terrifying night, but I still think about Ravi every time I see the camera feed on my phone.
He didn’t have to get involved. He could’ve dropped off the food and left, pretending not to notice. But he didn’t. He took the risk to warn us, quietly and courageously.
