Renee, On the tan...I've been in the habit of using a self tanner, year round. Started using one of the bronzing body moisturizers this past spring, and really like the results I'm seeing. Also, during the summer months, I'm outdoors, a great deal, especially enjoy the pool.

As for the fear of being alone, or going out alone, I don't have a problem there. Of course, I don't take what I'd call unnecessary risks, nor do I wander into areas common sense tells me to avoid. I'm also someone who pays attention to my surroundings. Not out of fear, but because I can hear my mama's advice, about 'keeping your wits about you'.

There's an ecclectic little neighborhood, Little Five Points, that I enjoy strolling around, in the summer, in the afternoons, or evenings. A great hodge-podge of street musicians, theaters, cafes, retro-clothing shops, wine bars. Yet, you would never find me strolling around there at midnight or later!

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