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“Tugging her purse strap up on her arm, she headed for the door. “You have my cell number. I’ll text you. If something goes wrong and he pulls an axe, you’ll be the first person I call.” Michelle groaned. “See, this is why I worry. The first person you call is the police. Then you call me and tell…” quote by Virginia Nelson
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““Tugging her purse strap up on her arm, she headed for the door. “You have my cell number. I’ll text you. If something goes wrong and he pulls an axe, you’ll be the first person I call.” Michelle groaned. “See, this is why I worry. The first person you call is the police. Then you call me and tell me the authorities are on their way and you’re hiding in a closet.” “Yeah, ancient wooden closet door versus axe? And you call me the illogical one?””

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About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A tense call to police versus a friend during a dangerous situation.

In simple terms: Choosing who to call in crisis.

Key Takeaway

Know your emergency contacts and protocols.

Themes

danger trust communication

Mood

anxious urgent

Type

dramatic cautionary

When to use this quote

  • home safety
  • emergency planning
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

crisis management friendship

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who should be your first contact in an emergency?
  • How can you prepare for unexpected threats?
A Different Perspective

Relying on friends may delay professional help.

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