Fear of terrorism and war. Does it rule you?

The Hierophant · 03-03-2003, 12:12 AM

In 10 days time my plane leaves for Britain, via America (Los Angeles to be precise). A one month vacation is planned. Britain, Rome, Paris, LA. I'll see the sights and all that good touristy stuff [img]smile.gif[/img] It was going to be a family affair, but my family is now thinking of pulling out due to the impending war in Iraq and possible counter-attacks against Britain and the USA. So, what was going to be a great time together going to new places and seeing new things, may end up being a very lonely trip indeed. There's no way in hell I'm not taking this trip, I've saved too damn long and hard to pull out at the last minute.
Hopefully my family will still come along. But what I'm wondering is what would your decision be in the same situation? Most of you live in either Europe or the United States, does fear of attack govern when, where and how you travel? Should I listen to my family and cancel the vacation?
The day I constrict my life for fear of bullying violence is the day that bullying violence wins. But is getting out and seeing the world worth risking my life? I think so, but others may see things differently. What do you think?

Downunda · 03-03-2003, 12:24 AM

no

Azred · 03-03-2003, 12:54 AM

What if you get out of bed in the morning, trip over your shoes, fall down, hit your head, and lie there unconscious for several hours? What if you get into a car accident on the way to work? What if? What if? What if?

You can "what if" yourself into a psychiatric ward with a severe case of agorophobia and severe panic attakcs if you let "what if" govern your life. I could only hope to have the chance to take a month-long vacation to Europe any time soon.

Get up! Get going! Buy film! Have a great time! [img]graemlins/awesomework.gif[/img]

LordKathen · 03-03-2003, 01:23 AM

They are terrorists. They try to instill fear to get there agenda across. Dont let them win. Have a great time.

John D Harris · 03-03-2003, 02:34 AM

Enjoy yourself on your trip. You have a greater chance of being hit and killed by lighting then being killed by terrorist.

wellard · 03-03-2003, 03:10 AM

Go Go Go

the places you are going to are not hotbeds of terroism, with the upgrade in security they should be as safe as you can get in this crazy world.

I first scoffed at the idea that terroism would put me off going anywhere, then I remembered the holiday to Bali that the wife, kids and I were going to go to this winter (june/july). Its not the threat of bombs that have made us think again but the worry over demonstrations and general antagonism from the minority but still large muslim population.

Borvik · 03-03-2003, 03:40 AM

My answer to that is definitely NO!

I have to admit, that I'm a couch potato, but I still refuse to check my favourite furniture every evening!

Enjoy your trip! It's life we all should enjoy instead of fearing death. (sorry, if that sounds lofty...) [img]smile.gif[/img]

slicer15 · 03-03-2003, 04:15 AM

I don't see any point in adding an answer since it seems to be clear what the general feel about the situation is. Go out and enjoy your holiday! Don't let anything like this stop you from enjoying life. There are always risks involved with any flight, some of which have a higher risk of happening than a terrorist attack! Enjoy your holiday! [img]smile.gif[/img]

The Hierophant · 03-03-2003, 04:16 AM

Thank you for all of your replies. It's heartening to read your words of encouragment. I'll be sure to let my family know that I'm not the only one that thinks as you do. [img]smile.gif[/img]

And by the way, it looks like the trip will be going ahead. My mother is a little jittery, but she'll be fine [img]smile.gif[/img]

johnny · 03-03-2003, 04:47 AM

No, nothing has changed.

03-03-2003, 12:12 AM	#1
The Hierophant Thoth - Egyptian God of Wisdom Join Date: May 10, 2002 Location: Dunedin, New Zealand. Age: 43 Posts: 2,860	In 10 days time my plane leaves for Britain, via America (Los Angeles to be precise). A one month vacation is planned. Britain, Rome, Paris, LA. I'll see the sights and all that good touristy stuff [img]smile.gif[/img] It was going to be a family affair, but my family is now thinking of pulling out due to the impending war in Iraq and possible counter-attacks against Britain and the USA. So, what was going to be a great time together going to new places and seeing new things, may end up being a very lonely trip indeed. There's no way in hell I'm not taking this trip, I've saved too damn long and hard to pull out at the last minute. Hopefully my family will still come along. But what I'm wondering is what would your decision be in the same situation? Most of you live in either Europe or the United States, does fear of attack govern when, where and how you travel? Should I listen to my family and cancel the vacation? The day I constrict my life for fear of bullying violence is the day that bullying violence wins. But is getting out and seeing the world worth risking my life? I think so, but others may see things differently. What do you think? __________________ [img]\"hosted/Hierophant.jpg\" alt=\" - \" /><br />Strewth!

03-03-2003, 12:24 AM	#2
Downunda Set - Egyptian God of Chaos Join Date: January 7, 2002 Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Age: 46 Posts: 2,975	no __________________ \"Doing stuff is overrated, like Hitler, he did lots of stuff, but doesn\'t everybody wish he\'d just stayed at home and smoked pot?!?\"

03-03-2003, 12:54 AM	#3
Azred Drow Priestess Join Date: March 13, 2001 Location: a hidden sanctorum high above the metroplex Age: 55 Posts: 4,037	What if you get out of bed in the morning, trip over your shoes, fall down, hit your head, and lie there unconscious for several hours? What if you get into a car accident on the way to work? What if? What if? What if? You can "what if" yourself into a psychiatric ward with a severe case of agorophobia and severe panic attakcs if you let "what if" govern your life. I could only hope to have the chance to take a month-long vacation to Europe any time soon. Get up! Get going! Buy film! Have a great time! [img]graemlins/awesomework.gif[/img] __________________ Everything may be explained by a conspiracy theory. All conspiracy theories are true. No matter how thinly you slice it, it's still bologna.

03-03-2003, 01:23 AM	#4
LordKathen Ma'at - Goddess of Truth & Justice Join Date: September 15, 2002 Location: Kennewick, WA Age: 53 Posts: 3,166	They are terrorists. They try to instill fear to get there agenda across. Dont let them win. Have a great time. __________________

03-03-2003, 02:34 AM	#5
John D Harris Ninja Storm Shadow Join Date: March 27, 2001 Location: Northport,Alabama, USA Age: 63 Posts: 3,577	Enjoy yourself on your trip. You have a greater chance of being hit and killed by lighting then being killed by terrorist. __________________ Crustiest of the OLD COOTS "Donating mirrors for years to help the Liberal/Socialist find their collective rear-ends, because both hands doesn't seem to be working. Veitnam 61-65:KIA 1864 66:KIA 5008 67:KIA 9378 68:KIA 14594 69:KIA 9414 70:KIA 4221 71:KIA 1380 72:KIA 300 Afghanistan2001-2008 KIA 585 2009-2012 KIA 1465 and counting Davros 1 Much abliged Massachusetts

03-03-2003, 03:10 AM	#6
wellard Dracolisk Join Date: November 1, 2002 Location: Australia ..... G\'day! Posts: 6,123	Go Go Go the places you are going to are not hotbeds of terroism, with the upgrade in security they should be as safe as you can get in this crazy world. I first scoffed at the idea that terroism would put me off going anywhere, then I remembered the holiday to Bali that the wife, kids and I were going to go to this winter (june/july). Its not the threat of bombs that have made us think again but the worry over demonstrations and general antagonism from the minority but still large muslim population. __________________ fossils - natures way of laughing at creationists for over 3 billion years

03-03-2003, 03:40 AM	#7
Borvik Drow Warrior Join Date: November 25, 2002 Location: Germany Age: 58 Posts: 274	My answer to that is definitely NO! I have to admit, that I'm a couch potato, but I still refuse to check my favourite furniture every evening! Enjoy your trip! It's life we all should enjoy instead of fearing death. (sorry, if that sounds lofty...) [img]smile.gif[/img] __________________ There are two times in a man\'s life when he should not speculate: when he can\'t afford it, and when he can.<br /><br />(Mark Twain)

03-03-2003, 04:15 AM	#8
slicer15 Symbol of Cyric Join Date: November 12, 2002 Location: Banstead, Southeast England Age: 38 Posts: 1,162	I don't see any point in adding an answer since it seems to be clear what the general feel about the situation is. Go out and enjoy your holiday! Don't let anything like this stop you from enjoying life. There are always risks involved with any flight, some of which have a higher risk of happening than a terrorist attack! Enjoy your holiday! [img]smile.gif[/img]

03-03-2003, 04:16 AM	#9
The Hierophant Thoth - Egyptian God of Wisdom Join Date: May 10, 2002 Location: Dunedin, New Zealand. Age: 43 Posts: 2,860	Thank you for all of your replies. It's heartening to read your words of encouragment. I'll be sure to let my family know that I'm not the only one that thinks as you do. [img]smile.gif[/img] And by the way, it looks like the trip will be going ahead. My mother is a little jittery, but she'll be fine [img]smile.gif[/img] __________________ [img]\"hosted/Hierophant.jpg\" alt=\" - \" /><br />Strewth!

03-03-2003, 04:47 AM	#10
johnny 40th Level Warrior Join Date: April 15, 2002 Location: Utrecht The Netherlands Age: 59 Posts: 16,981	No, nothing has changed. __________________

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