Security/fingers

At first it seems odd to see multiple large signs for armed security response on the houses in the neighborhood. Everyone has some sort of alarm system complete with armed response. The threat of robbery is real but it seems to not be a terribly serious issue. Cars are left parked outside, second story windows are left open, and children play within the confines of their courtyard homes.



I don't have to lift a finger
Not completely true, but, the cost of labor is cheap and our maid does the cleaning, dishes, and laundry (including ironing!). I think I can get used to this.