I had soooo much anxiety hearing about this!! I read somewhere that if you are alone and someone is trying to break in yell for a man. “Will someone’s at the door!” So they know you’re not alone. Protect yourselves, ladies!
That’s a great idea. I’ve heard there’s also a device that is a barking dog. But yeah never pretending to not be at home but rather making a noise or comment as mentioned is best
As someone who is a landlord, this situation is worse than bad. Most state laws are on the side of the tenant so for goodness sake, use legal services to pursue this landlord. There are too many like him out there. My daughter is moving out early at her expense from a horrible living situation in New England. She will contact the authorities once she’s fully out in a day or so. While I appreciate you sharing this with your viewers, It belongs in the hands of the proper authorities so this person cannot continue being a slum lord.
Abbey you need a lawyer!!!! Omg this is a mess. Contact a lawyer asap to be compensated for your moving fees. Your landlord should be held accountable. Edited to add: the moving expenses would just be a minimum! You can hold him accountable for reimbursement of back rent as well as the missing packages. I don’t know if you realize how much power you have here! You have texts and documentation. You moved in under the agreement that the door and appliances would be replaced. If that was not done, and if the landlord failed to provide you with a safe, secure living environment, then he is liable for all of these expenses! Please stand up to him, you have young girls watching this channel. Don’t let this go and let these girls think any of this is okay. Set the example and show them what a strong independent woman really looks like! ❤️
Hopefully your safety will never be an issue again but I would look into getting a Master lock door security bar. It’s under $30 and prevents anyone from getting in who is outside the door even if they can unlock the door from the outside. I have one and it’s great for having a little extra security!
I bought one for my daughter when one of her roommates boyfriends just walked into my daughter's room while she was sleeping. It was a scary situation and it never happened again.
Hey girl, I’m a recent subscriber. :) I’ve lived in Chicago for the past 10 years in multiple neighborhoods. I’ve have great apartments…and situations like yours. If you see this, send me a DM. My current landlords are amazing and most of the people who live in my building are single women in our 20s-30s (like myself), so we look out for each other (and each other’s packages)! As someone who has been in a situation similar to yours before (I even suspect we might’ve had the same landlord…), it’s absolutely awful to feel like your own home isn’t a safe sanctuary.
For mail service I have a mailbox at a UPS store. I use this as my mailing address. There is always someone there to sign for packages, they hold them as long as you need. This is not expensive compared to losing mail or packages. You can travel with peace of mind. I’ve been using a mailbox service for years and wouldn’t go back. I lost a lot back in the day when I had packages left at my door.
i was thinking the same thing. I worked at UPS store for years and many of our customers dealt with situations like this. she still should get the heck out of there considering everything else tho!
I'm so glad you're moving. Like this apartment sounds like a disaster. And it's disgusting that your landlord doesn't seem to be very receptive to this craziness. Like it's insane. And girl. Get the ring camera that is for apartments next apartment. And maybe consider getting a P.O Box? If that's a possibility.
Hun, your landlord doesn't care. A door is your first line of home security and he's done nothing. Your fridge is an easy replacement but he couldn't care less, and so on. You don't need to give him the 30 days because he's not even providing you with a secure front door. You can move now. Right now. I'm also going to assume that his promise of the deposit back is just lip service because you really (to be safe) need legal agreements like that recorded as evidence. He's unfortunately demonstrated to you on multiple occasions that he not only doesn't care about the livability of the unit but that he's capable of lying and putting your safety at risk. You deserve better from your housing situation. You deserve a secure front door. 💛
You should really talk to an attorney. I wouldn’t love another day in that apartment. File a claim with your renters insurance and stay at a hotel. Then your renters insurance can go after the landlord
Could also sue for moving costs/lost items and contact the postal service about stolen/misdelivered mail. You can't continue botching deliveries and be like ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Postal inspectors would definitely like a word.
As a single girl myself who lives a jinky apartment i would suggest getting a weapon! I sleep much better knowing i can stop a fully grown man from getting to me!
Learn from this nightmare, Abbey! If a situation (whatever it is) looks bad, get out immediately! I knew from how you described the disgusting condition of the apt when you first got there, this landlord is the worst & you should’ve left then. But moving sucks & I totally understand why you didn’t want to. Just don’t make the mistake of thinking cuz you’re nice, that everyone else is too. There are plenty of bad actors out there, particularly in real estate. Good luck with your next place & please go check it out yourself in person before moving in - please? 🙏
I’m hoping that you didn’t give him your forwarding address. This whole things feels fishy to me. He may have had something to do with the attempted break-in. It seems too coincidental that y’all were in conflict about the door damage and then there was an incident with the door (the break-in attempt). His behavior is very suspect.
You can never be to careful especially a beautiful young woman. Please always think the worst of strangers! You never know! He could have a key cone in the night cover your face with something to knock you out for couple hours and do what every he wanted and you would never kno
This apartment complex sounds like an actual nightmare. I’m not an attorney but I would think that there are certain housing laws that protect tenants that may apply to at least some of these incidents, especially the door. My brother in law is a housing attorney and he literally represents tenants in these types of situations. You should write a letter to the managing company and see if you can get some of your rent money back. If they failed to provide you with a secure and safe place to live and you also incurred financial loss as a result of their negligence and incompetence, I would have to believe that you are protected in some way.
Ugh!! My heart is still racing after that! So sorry you went through all of that Abbey. So incredibly scary and frustrating. So glad you’re moving on from that horrific place! I can’t believe you were dealing with all this and still putting out videos and content! Can’t thank you enough for what you do!
This entire situation is a never ending nightmare come to life. So glad to hear you are safe. Sucks you had to go through this. Wishing you better days ahead.
Abbey, I have lived in Chicago my entire life and work with the criminal justice system. My family and I recently moved to the suburbs due to Chicago’s crime. First and foremost if anyone is ever at your door and you feel unsafe call 911 immediately. Also, start screaming to bring attention to your situation with neighbors. Most criminals that burglarize do not want to enter an apartment or home with someone in it because that is considered a home invasion which carries a stiffer penalty if caught. Get to know your CAPS officers at your local police station. They can be enormously helpful. Attend your police beat meetings, they every other month on Zoom. Residents come together to discuss community concerns and crime and subscribe to your Alderman’s website where you will get notifications about neighborhood happenings and town hall meetings. Contact the City of Chicago regarding the Landlord and Tenant Ordinance. Landlords have obligations affecting habitability and you may be able to recoup some of you costs. I could go on and on and would be happy to help further. Lastly, no matter where you move get yourself a Master Lock Door Lock Stopper Security Bar on Amazon. They are around $25 and prevent forced entry while you are home. Best of luck in your new place.
My last apartment was a complete nightmare. It was similar to your story except a crackhead did actually make her way in one night. I dealt with the bullshit for so long because moving is such a nightmare! I can totally relate! Getting out and doing the work to give yourself some peace of mind is totally worth it! Good luck on the apartment hunt!
Hopefully your next apt has those package lockers. My old apt had them and they were great. My current one uses a company called fetch and I’ve found that helpful. If none of these options are possible, the last thing you could set up is have a PO Box.
I’m so sorry you having to go through all of this! I am glad you are able to get out of your lease and find a new safe place. Moving is stressful enough but having to deal with everything you have gone through from the beginning is insane! I’d rather move again! 😉
Girl I’m sorry you’ve had to deal with that! I lived alone in a high rise in Chicago with bad property managers before moving to my current apartment in Chi, and a lot of the same stuff happened to me. I’ve had building workers walk into my apartment with a master key without any communication about it beforehand or knocking, it was filthy when I moved in, my AC broke multiple times in 100 degree weather and they would make me wait forever to fix it each time it happened so I’d have to go stay with family... the list goes on (probably blocking some worse ones out of my brain because, you know, trauma). Anyways all that is to say is crap property managers definitely exist but you can come out the other end of it and find a good place here! Fingers crossed for you that you’ll have that at the next place❤️🙏🏻
I am so so so sorry that all of this has happened to you!!! I’m so glad that you’ve moved and are in a safer place now. Also just want to say these are literally all my biggest fears and I’m so glad you’re working through it considering you’ve made so many life changes and are living alone. I think the universe sometimes has a way of screwing us over lol 😖but you’re gonna be ok!!!!
I’m so sorry you’ve had to go through this, Abbey! What an incredibly stressful experience. Ugh, and the gaslighting landlord- guillotine! I hope that once you’ve gotten settled into your new (new) place, you can have a nice long break from this bullshit.
I have to say the package situation happens in NYC all the time. I lived in a walk-up and things would get stolen constantly. I moved into a building with a front doorman and elevator - never again will I go through that drama. I'm so sorry you have had to endure this.
Been through it before (attempted) through a basement window while my husband was away and I was home alone. I went right up to the window and opened the blind. Was night so I didn't see them. Flicked lights on in and out. But I heard them trying to wedge open the window (good locks). Anyway, I opened that window a few months later and couldn't get it closed again, because it was warped from whoever trying to get in...trust your intuition.
I’m glad you’re safe but oh my god that’s terrifying. I’m glad you’re planning to move because everything about that place sounds awful. I highly, highly recommend that when you move or even before that you get a ring camera. That can help discourage a break in plus it give you proof of deliveries/packages being stolen, things like that. I’d also really recommend having some pepper spray that you can use if someone were to break it. Trying to hit someone or use a knife when you aren’t experienced with it makes it really likely they’ll be able to get it away from you and use it against you. Pepper spray doesn’t require you getting that close to them either and gives you a chance to run away after you use it. Also obviously nobody is in their right mind in a situation like that, especially when you’re woken up in the middle of the night but if something like that were ever to happen again, call 911 immediately. Don’t wait to be sure or for things to get worse just call right away. Time is not on your side in a situation like that and if they hear you calling through the door, that could be enough to get them to run away. Also the fact that guy tried to pretend he was an attorney is beyond a joke. He hasn’t handled anything about this situation the way an attorney would have (coming from the daughter of an attorney). Again, I’m glad you’re okay and you’re moving to a safer place because jfc this is terrifying. Stay safe abbey and take care ♥️
I don’t watch all the time but I do love your channel. When I was binging to catch up and saw you were moving to Chicago my first instinct was to scream , why!? It’s been nicknamed Chi-raq. It has such a high crime rate and not to get political but it’s gotten worse over the last year. Why girl? I’m sure there are some nice areas just like everywhere else. Still, if I were to move somewhere to start fresh, Chicago would NOT be my first choice . Hope you are okay. Also I didn’t come up with this nickname. I was doing research on safe places to buy a house and move. A place with low crime and not too High tax rates and found a documentary where they mentioned this. So hope this didn’t offend anyone.
Wow, Abby so sorry you have had to experience that apartment nightmare. You are one of my favorites . I’ve been following your move to Chicago can’t believe what you have gone through. Keep us updated on your move. Good Luck😊
FYI, keep a can of wasp spray beside your bed. It’s as good as mace, if not better, but the person doesn’t have to be close to you. It shots 12 ft. I keep a can on the floor beside the bed a reach away.
I’m so pleased you have made this decision. When I saw your last video I thought you need to move. Safety is so important. It’s worth the stress of moving. Also Abbey when you showed us your apartment I thought people would be able to work out where you live. When you move - please don’t show us the outside. I pray for your safe move to the most amazing place that you really love. Blessings ❤️🙏
This is so scary and terrifying. I live alone as well and thought how would I protect myself if someone broke in. At 5’1 I don’t think my 10 pound weights made me strong enough 💪. Years ago I saw an episode on Oprah who had a self defense professional and they recommended women have wasp spray in their house. With wasp spray you can stand about 20 feet away and is a stream of spray vs a mist so you don’t need to get close to the person. When sprayed in the face it would give you enough time to at least run. I keep a can by my bedside and in my kitchen. I hope this helps. I am going to look into the master lock bar the other person suggested.
I saw your break-in story on IG and can’t believe that happened *after* you were already out of the lease. As if you needed any more reasons to run! So glad you’re moving. And I completely 100% agree that you can’t live (or do your job!) in a place that can’t deliver packages. That’s absurd.
Omigosh, how frightening! I don't know about Illinois but some states hold landlords negligent for things like that. Even though you're moving, I would suggest you check into getting a taser and/or pepper spray which are both legal in Illinois. You should not be defenseless. I would also advise that in any situation where you feel threatened you should immediately call 911, tell them you are alone and someone is breaking in. It doesn't matter if the intruder leaves before the police get there. Your safety is paramount. I'm sorry you've had to experience all of that. I hope you're able to find a better and more secure place to live.
I was in property mgmt and everyone "is an attorney...has an attorney....blah blah" lol. Civil court is pretty easy if they send you a bill later. Dated photos don't lie 😄.
Girl I am sending you prayers of safety and that a hedge of angels comes around your your apartment to protect you from all unnecessary evil in this world that has been coming to break down your door and your existence. No one, I repeat no one should have to go through what you have been through the past three months. I hope that that slum landlord gets what he deserves and that you get what you deserve which is a great apartment in a nice neighborhood without any harassment from Neighbors or landlords or creeps that just look to prey on those they feel are weak. But you have shown that you are not weak you are strong and you can handle yourself and take care of yourself the way a grown woman on her own needs to. I am proud of you Abby. You are continually in my prayers God bless.
Chicago hasn't 'let' crime run rampant. Like many large cities Chicago is struggling. I am sorry this has happened, being a single woman has it's own issues. The building doesn't seem to have much security. Bldg management being negligent sure doesn't help. Always add additional security with locks and safety measures. Regarding packages being stolen. That happens everywhere especially in the suburbs! Amazon has package lockers in lobbies and stores that are safe & secure. There are many alternative drop off package locations. Naturally you should have the expectation of receiving your orders and not worry about actually getting them! One danger of having such a public platform is having the wrong kind of folks interested in you...where you live. You film in your home, people will turn sleuth and try to 'visit'. Moving seems the only option, it is a shame and an added expense you shouldn't have had to deal with. Your building mgmt really let you down.
@@poorthing yes it has. Numbers don’t lie and those of us living in reality know what’s going on. I lived in NYC for my entire life so I’m very aware of what’s going on. I’m not going to argue with you on Abbeys post though. Good luck!
@@ad231107 No. You didn't read what I wrote...the word is 'let'....Chicago is not letting crime run rampant, it's not a choice. The numbers are unacceptable. I said Chicago is struggling like NYC or any other large city. I don't pretend to know the answers, do you? I lived here ALL my life. I wish Abby all the best and hope she finds a secure building and feels safe and happy. Why you feel you must be confrontational is strange.
@@poorthing it absolutely is a choice but again out of respect to Abbey, I’m not going to argue the merits of it on this post. Only person confrontational is you who left their two cents on my comment when it was not asked for. So keep it moving
Package stealing has been a HUGE problem in my area of Chicago… I won’t say the neighborhood online. One of the thieves was likely a neighbor who liked the stuff I order but it’s also a thing for people to tail delivery trucks here and go in buildings and courtyards right after to steal and/or open packages and mail. Year round, not just holidays. What helped was filing a police report each time (you can do so retroactively, give as much info as you can like delivery date and the delivery company/service) and informing the building and neighbors that I have done so and will continue to do so as for any future problems. I made sure to bring this up with all my neighbors (“hey, if you see something let me know so I can add it to the police report!”) Well, guess who hasn’t had any packages stolen in months 😑 people think they can get away with so much.
I’m so sorry! How scary! I lived in downtown Chicago alone for a long time but I hear it’s gotten pretty bad. I hope you found a place you feel safe. Hugs!
Abbey, I suggest looking at newer development apartment buildings in Chicago. A while back, I moved to Chicago for work and ended up renting in a “trendy” apartment building. The building was owned by a management company and it hadn’t been well-maintained. So many things were wrong with the apartment and the management company was non-responsive. Luckily, that lease was only for ten months, after that, I moved into a new building by Millennium Park. It was much more expensive but definitely worth it! The location was better and the building had great amenities.
Thank goodness you are getting out! I hope you found a new place and I hope that there are some people that can help you move without it being such an expense. I agree with the other comment that said you need to get the release of your lease in writing! I wouldn’t trust that landlord one bit. I remember the videos of the place when you were moving in and how many things were broken. How dirty the apartment was. I was shocked at that point that you actually moved in. Nothing on you, I was just shocked that a landlord would rent an apartment in such bad shape, so unclean etc. I hope your new place is much safer and in much better condition. Thank goodness you got out of the lease, but definitely get it in writing!!!
I'm sure this whole situation is something you want to put behind you as soon as possible but something to consider is that since you are self employed, your landlord's and the building management's negligence is not only at the cost of your well being but at the cost of your business. With the level of documentation you have proving that negligence, there's absolutely an opportunity to obtain a lawyer and it not be a waste of time or money. I'm glad you're getting out of there! You'll find a great, safe place!
This landlord deadass should be sued and you could definitely make a case against him for lost property/safety (depending on the terms of the lease, which I haven’t read through). But I assume repairs under a large building have a maintenance staff, and if you had receipts of the package agreement NOT being left at the door while away, y’all could make a good case. I just feel like something needs to be done for the other tenants who might be feeling the same but stuck in their lease
I am so sorry this happened to you!I I have had somewhat similar things happen in the apartment I was living in (I think the lockdowns probably made things worse in my case). After 2 years of "strange" things happening and trying to rationalize it, I finally gave my notice and moved. It takes me a long time to learn apparentallty. Anyway, I really hope you can find a good place to live really soon!
Abbey this is so scary! I’m relieved that you are safe. Please find yourself an amazing secure place where the management actually cares about the residents.
I am so glad that you got out of this horrible nightmare of a situation. That tenant is awful you should definitely try and press charges if you can! It’s very likely that others in your building are having issues as well and it’s so important that you can keep yourself safe. I hope that your new place is so much better & more peaceful for you 🤍
You need to write a book about this!! My god! The sad thing is I'm sure you are going to leave the unit in better condition than you found it in.....because you are a good person. I hope your new place brings you every happiness (and peace)! :)
So sorry to hear this story! Just the icing on the cake. I hope you find a better place so your new adventure can begin again with a happy and safe restart. Praying for you!
I’m so sorry this happened to you. Sometimes we have a hard time processing something unbelievable is really happening! I think you did AMAZING!! You should be a lawyer!!
I'm so sorry these things are happening to you. Hopefully a better place will come. Sometimes you have to go through the dark to recognize light. Take care.
I think the pounding on your door was a very good thing - to prompt you to get the heck out. No more waffling about whether you should go or not. Yes, go. That was a gift. Take it and run. Moving is not fun, it never is. Stay safe - that's the most important thing.
I'm glad you're okay. It seems a bit odd to me that you tell your landlord that you are moving then someone tries to break in. It also seems like the door isn't secure at all but they couldn't break in. I don't want to insinuate anything but maybe someone was trying to scare you...maybe someone that is upset that you're moving out or something? Probably not but it is a possibility.
What neighborhood did you live in?? I live in Chicago and I absolutely love it! I was born and raised here and yes while it does have crime I think it is just an amazing city. That’s so terrible that someone tried to break in!! I would be so terrified! I live in Wrigleyville, I love it and my landlord is great. It really really sucks but you just have to keep looking. Definitely try to look up reviews and talk to people at the apartments and see what they think!!
Hi Abbey I hope you are safe and well!! You are so brave and strong and I wish you all the best with moving! I hope this isn't inappropriate to ask but could you do a makeup tutorial on the look you are wearing? It is so gorgeous!
So sorry you're going through all of this Abbey!! Wishing you the best with the next move! Unrelated but i love your eyeshadow, would love to see a tutorial!
Could you maybe do a video about how to stop all breakage that could be happening and how/where to start with fixing breakage and what would be a good affordable shampoo to use for good healthy strong hair. ( I’m thinking the kind I use might not be good. Tressemme. ) I seem to be getting a lot during the night ( especially right in the front ) even though I put it in a low loose braid. I have so much breakage and I don’t know what to do.
have been there in my 2 bedroom in Chicago … It’s like people know a girl lives alone & they harass you … I have stories as well & I just moved out when they egged my door 🚪 & threw pancake 🥞 batter on it one random day I had guests over ? Huh 🤔! They didn’t care …2 weeks later I heard them or someone trying to break in & I was alone … And I had no weapons nothing …now I got my conceal carry, my foid card & im armed ready to protect myself… I go to the shooting range I learned there how to use guns & that is that… as women who live alone we are vulnerable don’t take chances girly. Best !
Hi Abbey, The Ignorance of your Landlord is very uncalled for. The safety of his tenants should be high priority. I hope the next property that you move to is more safe and secure to live a life that you wanted to. I pray that everything will work out for you.
As if the condition on move in wasn't bad enough. . . I was out at the shower situation. The front door, the nails show that the LL was well aware of the situation and attempted to conceal it. No, that shipment delivery process won't do. New leaf. So happy you got out of your lease.
I was born and raised in Chicago. Spent 40 years there. I don't live there anymore. It's a horrible place with a MAJOR crime problem. Can't for the life of me figure out why you moved there. Stay safe.
You should report the landlord to an apartment agency of some sort, I'm not sure if one exists in Chicago but I would recommend researching just in the case that landlord tries anything after you move out (charges etc.)
I spent several years in apartment community management and this is horrible customer service from the staff working in the leasing office. Yes, there are not a lot of things that the actual management company can do about crime at the time it is happening, which is why they would advise you to call the police, but this was after the fact. They could have taken steps to make you feel more secure like repairing the door and checking any camera footage they may have, if they have cameras, and just generally being nice and comforting. Good customer service should be expected from your management company. And trust me, I've seen the other side where we've had residents physically throw things at our staff and we were still polite. I'm glad you are getting out. You should report this to the local housing authority because this is not the way a management company should be treating you.
Omg Abby! Ur going to be ok! Al least ur a pro at packing and moving….. and hopefully u decluttered and don’t have too much stuff to move! U’ll feel 150% better once ur settled in ur new place!!🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Might want to consider getting a PO Box or a space at a UPS Store for all your packages. Just to avoid this kind of headache in the future. I worked at a UPS retail store for years and a lot of our customers dealt with situations like this.
Abbey Im sorry about your experience. Honestly I panic from the moment we heard you are moving to Chicago. Is a really dangerous place right now sadly. Stay safe ❤️
I am so glad you got out of your lease and are able to breathe again!! I hope the new place is soo much better and the landlord is more reasonable with problems like this
Hi abbey I’m so sorry this happened to you!! On Amazon there’s a Baton Taser that also has a flashlight. I think it would benefit you in times when someone is trying to break in. It’s metal & almost like a bat but better!!
This is all ridiculous. Your next apartment should have CC cams throughout the building, including entries/ exits and at each floor, if it’s multi level, that can see both ends of the hall. No excuse for this. And definitely in the parking lot as well. This makes me so angry! I’m glad that you’re safe, Abbey 💕
Omg what a nightmare, everything is 🤯🤯🤯. Missing mail and packages can happen even at a house or place of business, maybe getting a PO Box is better option (inconvenient, but I’d rather that then the stress of thieves). Hopefully this will never happen again, but if someone is trying to break in, they r probably high on adrenaline if u yell “I’m going to hurt you, the police on their way”. This should scare them off, regardless if they know ur alone because of the adrenaline.
I’m so sorry this happened to you! I wanted your move to go so much better considering what had already happened. I wish you the best 💗 Always here to support you 💗💗💗
I had soooo much anxiety hearing about this!! I read somewhere that if you are alone and someone is trying to break in yell for a man. “Will someone’s at the door!” So they know you’re not alone. Protect yourselves, ladies!
That’s a great idea. I’ve heard there’s also a device that is a barking dog. But yeah never pretending to not be at home but rather making a noise or comment as mentioned is best
That is good one like holler some random name "Bob someone is breaking in get the pistol" and/or get one
As someone who is a landlord, this situation is worse than bad. Most state laws are on the side of the tenant so for goodness sake, use legal services to pursue this landlord. There are too many like him out there. My daughter is moving out early at her expense from a horrible living situation in New England. She will contact the authorities once she’s fully out in a day or so. While I appreciate you sharing this with your viewers, It belongs in the hands of the proper authorities so this person cannot continue being a slum lord.
Totally correct! Don't let this scum lord do this to another person. Period.
Abbey you need a lawyer!!!! Omg this is a mess. Contact a lawyer asap to be compensated for your moving fees. Your landlord should be held accountable.
Edited to add: the moving expenses would just be a minimum! You can hold him accountable for reimbursement of back rent as well as the missing packages. I don’t know if you realize how much power you have here! You have texts and documentation. You moved in under the agreement that the door and appliances would be replaced. If that was not done, and if the landlord failed to provide you with a safe, secure living environment, then he is liable for all of these expenses! Please stand up to him, you have young girls watching this channel. Don’t let this go and let these girls think any of this is okay. Set the example and show them what a strong independent woman really looks like! ❤️
That landlord needs to be reported or something.Those other poor tenants! So glad you're leaving and hopefully moving to a better and safer place.
Hopefully your safety will never be an issue again but I would look into getting a Master lock door security bar. It’s under $30 and prevents anyone from getting in who is outside the door even if they can unlock the door from the outside. I have one and it’s great for having a little extra security!
Me too! Makes me feel a ton better
I bought one for my daughter when one of her roommates boyfriends just walked into my daughter's room while she was sleeping. It was a scary situation and it never happened again.
Hey girl, I’m a recent subscriber. :) I’ve lived in Chicago for the past 10 years in multiple neighborhoods. I’ve have great apartments…and situations like yours. If you see this, send me a DM. My current landlords are amazing and most of the people who live in my building are single women in our 20s-30s (like myself), so we look out for each other (and each other’s packages)!
As someone who has been in a situation similar to yours before (I even suspect we might’ve had the same landlord…), it’s absolutely awful to feel like your own home isn’t a safe sanctuary.
For mail service I have a mailbox at a UPS store. I use this as my mailing address. There is always someone there to sign for packages, they hold them as long as you need. This is not expensive compared to losing mail or packages. You can travel with peace of mind. I’ve been using a mailbox service for years and wouldn’t go back. I lost a lot back in the day when I had packages left at my door.
This. Then you don't have a tempting pile of boxes at your door daily which attracts sketchy attention.
i was thinking the same thing. I worked at UPS store for years and many of our customers dealt with situations like this. she still should get the heck out of there considering everything else tho!
I'm so glad you're moving. Like this apartment sounds like a disaster. And it's disgusting that your landlord doesn't seem to be very receptive to this craziness. Like it's insane. And girl. Get the ring camera that is for apartments next apartment. And maybe consider getting a P.O Box? If that's a possibility.
Hun, your landlord doesn't care. A door is your first line of home security and he's done nothing. Your fridge is an easy replacement but he couldn't care less, and so on. You don't need to give him the 30 days because he's not even providing you with a secure front door. You can move now. Right now. I'm also going to assume that his promise of the deposit back is just lip service because you really (to be safe) need legal agreements like that recorded as evidence. He's unfortunately demonstrated to you on multiple occasions that he not only doesn't care about the livability of the unit but that he's capable of lying and putting your safety at risk. You deserve better from your housing situation. You deserve a secure front door. 💛
Yes please let us know if you actually get the deposit back
You should really talk to an attorney. I wouldn’t love another day in that apartment. File a claim with your renters insurance and stay at a hotel. Then your renters insurance can go after the landlord
Def! Invest in renters ins if you haven't!
Could also sue for moving costs/lost items and contact the postal service about stolen/misdelivered mail. You can't continue botching deliveries and be like ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Postal inspectors would definitely like a word.
As a single girl myself who lives a jinky apartment i would suggest getting a weapon! I sleep much better knowing i can stop a fully grown man from getting to me!
Learn from this nightmare, Abbey! If a situation (whatever it is) looks bad, get out immediately! I knew from how you described the disgusting condition of the apt when you first got there, this landlord is the worst & you should’ve left then. But moving sucks & I totally understand why you didn’t want to. Just don’t make the mistake of thinking cuz you’re nice, that everyone else is too. There are plenty of bad actors out there, particularly in real estate. Good luck with your next place & please go check it out yourself in person before moving in - please? 🙏
I am so sorry this happened to you, that sounded terrifying! I am glad you are moving! I hope your new place is cleaner and safer 🥰
I’m hoping that you didn’t give him your forwarding address. This whole things feels fishy to me. He may have had something to do with the attempted break-in. It seems too coincidental that y’all were in conflict about the door damage and then there was an incident with the door (the break-in attempt). His behavior is very suspect.
Yes! My thoughts exactly. I was about to comment saying to not trust the landlord!
I think is the landlord
Landlords have key access so that wouldn’t make sense
You can never be to careful especially a beautiful young woman. Please always think the worst of strangers! You never know! He could have a key cone in the night cover your face with something to knock you out for couple hours and do what every he wanted and you would never kno
My thoughts exactly, he could be a total perve and thought he'd try his luck before you move out - sounds super dodgy!
This apartment complex sounds like an actual nightmare. I’m not an attorney but I would think that there are certain housing laws that protect tenants that may apply to at least some of these incidents, especially the door. My brother in law is a housing attorney and he literally represents tenants in these types of situations. You should write a letter to the managing company and see if you can get some of your rent money back. If they failed to provide you with a secure and safe place to live and you also incurred financial loss as a result of their negligence and incompetence, I would have to believe that you are protected in some way.
Wouldn't that be nice to get every pennie back!!!
Ugh!! My heart is still racing after that! So sorry you went through all of that Abbey. So incredibly scary and frustrating. So glad you’re moving on from that horrific place! I can’t believe you were dealing with all this and still putting out videos and content! Can’t thank you enough for what you do!
Girl - wow! just wow! I am so deeply sorry you're going through all of this! Things will get better! You will find a better place!
This entire situation is a never ending nightmare come to life. So glad to hear you are safe. Sucks you had to go through this. Wishing you better days ahead.
Abbey, I have lived in Chicago my entire life and work with the criminal justice system. My family and I recently moved to the suburbs due to Chicago’s crime. First and foremost if anyone is ever at your door and you feel unsafe call 911 immediately. Also, start screaming to bring attention to your situation with neighbors. Most criminals that burglarize do not want to enter an apartment or home with someone in it because that is considered a home invasion which carries a stiffer penalty if caught. Get to know your CAPS officers at your local police station. They can be enormously helpful. Attend your police beat meetings, they every other month on Zoom. Residents come together to discuss community concerns and crime and subscribe to your Alderman’s website where you will get notifications about neighborhood happenings and town hall meetings.
Contact the City of Chicago regarding the Landlord and Tenant Ordinance. Landlords have obligations affecting habitability and you may be able to recoup some of you costs. I could go on and on and would be happy to help further. Lastly, no matter where you move get yourself a Master Lock Door Lock Stopper Security Bar on Amazon. They are around $25 and prevent forced entry while you are home. Best of luck in your new place.
My last apartment was a complete nightmare. It was similar to your story except a crackhead did actually make her way in one night. I dealt with the bullshit for so long because moving is such a nightmare! I can totally relate! Getting out and doing the work to give yourself some peace of mind is totally worth it! Good luck on the apartment hunt!
Hopefully your next apt has those package lockers. My old apt had them and they were great. My current one uses a company called fetch and I’ve found that helpful. If none of these options are possible, the last thing you could set up is have a PO Box.
I’m so sorry you having to go through all of this! I am glad you are able to get out of your lease and find a new safe place. Moving is stressful enough but having to deal with everything you have gone through from the beginning is insane! I’d rather move again! 😉
Holy crap. I’m amazed at the ignorance of your landlord. I am so glad you are getting the heck out of the there!! Be safe ❤️
I’m so sorry! This has sounded like a nightmare and I’m glad you’re moving into a new place!
Girl I’m sorry you’ve had to deal with that! I lived alone in a high rise in Chicago with bad property managers before moving to my current apartment in Chi, and a lot of the same stuff happened to me. I’ve had building workers walk into my apartment with a master key without any communication about it beforehand or knocking, it was filthy when I moved in, my AC broke multiple times in 100 degree weather and they would make me wait forever to fix it each time it happened so I’d have to go stay with family... the list goes on (probably blocking some worse ones out of my brain because, you know, trauma). Anyways all that is to say is crap property managers definitely exist but you can come out the other end of it and find a good place here! Fingers crossed for you that you’ll have that at the next place❤️🙏🏻
Oh my goodness, I’m glad you are safe! I’m glad you are moving.
I am so so so sorry that all of this has happened to you!!! I’m so glad that you’ve moved and are in a safer place now. Also just want to say these are literally all my biggest fears and I’m so glad you’re working through it considering you’ve made so many life changes and are living alone. I think the universe sometimes has a way of screwing us over lol 😖but you’re gonna be ok!!!!
I’m so sorry you’ve had to go through this, Abbey! What an incredibly stressful experience. Ugh, and the gaslighting landlord- guillotine! I hope that once you’ve gotten settled into your new (new) place, you can have a nice long break from this bullshit.
I have to say the package situation happens in NYC all the time. I lived in a walk-up and things would get stolen constantly. I moved into a building with a front doorman and elevator - never again will I go through that drama. I'm so sorry you have had to endure this.
Been through it before (attempted) through a basement window while my husband was away and I was home alone. I went right up to the window and opened the blind. Was night so I didn't see them. Flicked lights on in and out. But I heard them trying to wedge open the window (good locks). Anyway, I opened that window a few months later and couldn't get it closed again, because it was warped from whoever trying to get in...trust your intuition.
I’m glad you’re safe but oh my god that’s terrifying. I’m glad you’re planning to move because everything about that place sounds awful. I highly, highly recommend that when you move or even before that you get a ring camera. That can help discourage a break in plus it give you proof of deliveries/packages being stolen, things like that. I’d also really recommend having some pepper spray that you can use if someone were to break it. Trying to hit someone or use a knife when you aren’t experienced with it makes it really likely they’ll be able to get it away from you and use it against you. Pepper spray doesn’t require you getting that close to them either and gives you a chance to run away after you use it. Also obviously nobody is in their right mind in a situation like that, especially when you’re woken up in the middle of the night but if something like that were ever to happen again, call 911 immediately. Don’t wait to be sure or for things to get worse just call right away. Time is not on your side in a situation like that and if they hear you calling through the door, that could be enough to get them to run away.
Also the fact that guy tried to pretend he was an attorney is beyond a joke. He hasn’t handled anything about this situation the way an attorney would have (coming from the daughter of an attorney).
Again, I’m glad you’re okay and you’re moving to a safer place because jfc this is terrifying. Stay safe abbey and take care ♥️
I don’t watch all the time but I do love your channel. When I was binging to catch up and saw you were moving to Chicago my first instinct was to scream , why!? It’s been nicknamed Chi-raq. It has such a high crime rate and not to get political but it’s gotten worse over the last year. Why girl? I’m sure there are some nice areas just like everywhere else. Still, if I were to move somewhere to start fresh, Chicago would NOT be my first choice . Hope you are okay.
Also I didn’t come up with this nickname. I was doing research on safe places to buy a house and move. A place with low crime and not too
High tax rates and found a documentary where they mentioned this. So hope this didn’t offend anyone.
I'm so sorry that you're going through this. 🙏🙏🙏
Wow, Abby so sorry you have had to experience that apartment nightmare. You are one of my favorites . I’ve been following your move to Chicago can’t believe what you have gone through. Keep us updated on your move. Good Luck😊
I'm glad you're safe! Thank god you're moving!!!!
FYI, keep a can of wasp spray beside your bed. It’s as good as mace, if not better, but the person doesn’t have to be close to you. It shots 12 ft. I keep a can on the floor beside the bed a reach away.
I’m so pleased you have made this decision.
When I saw your last video I thought you need to move. Safety is so important. It’s worth the stress of moving.
Also Abbey when you showed us your apartment I thought people would be able to work out where you live.
When you move - please don’t show us the outside. I pray for your safe move to the most amazing place that you really love. Blessings ❤️🙏
100 %
Agreed
This is so scary and terrifying. I live alone as well and thought how would I protect myself if someone broke in. At 5’1 I don’t think my 10 pound weights made me strong enough 💪. Years ago I saw an episode on Oprah who had a self defense professional and they recommended women have wasp spray in their house. With wasp spray you can stand about 20 feet away and is a stream of spray vs a mist so you don’t need to get close to the person. When sprayed in the face it would give you enough time to at least run. I keep a can by my bedside and in my kitchen. I hope this helps. I am going to look into the master lock bar the other person suggested.
I saw your break-in story on IG and can’t believe that happened *after* you were already out of the lease. As if you needed any more reasons to run! So glad you’re moving. And I completely 100% agree that you can’t live (or do your job!) in a place that can’t deliver packages. That’s absurd.
Omigosh, how frightening! I don't know about Illinois but some states hold landlords negligent for things like that. Even though you're moving, I would suggest you check into getting a taser and/or pepper spray which are both legal in Illinois. You should not be defenseless. I would also advise that in any situation where you feel threatened you should immediately call 911, tell them you are alone and someone is breaking in. It doesn't matter if the intruder leaves before the police get there. Your safety is paramount. I'm sorry you've had to experience all of that. I hope you're able to find a better and more secure place to live.
I was in property mgmt and everyone "is an attorney...has an attorney....blah blah" lol. Civil court is pretty easy if they send you a bill later. Dated photos don't lie 😄.
Girl I am sending you prayers of safety and that a hedge of angels comes around your your apartment to protect you from all unnecessary evil in this world that has been coming to break down your door and your existence. No one, I repeat no one should have to go through what you have been through the past three months. I hope that that slum landlord gets what he deserves and that you get what you deserve which is a great apartment in a nice neighborhood without any harassment from Neighbors or landlords or creeps that just look to prey on those they feel are weak. But you have shown that you are not weak you are strong and you can handle yourself and take care of yourself the way a grown woman on her own needs to. I am proud of you Abby. You are continually in my prayers God bless.
Amen! I believe they have been around her already! I pray they continue
Horrible to hear this Abbey, I’m very glad you’re safe ❤️ it’s a shame Chicago has let crime run rampant. Stay safe ❤️❤️
Chicago hasn't 'let' crime run rampant.
Like many large cities Chicago is struggling. I am sorry this has happened, being a single woman has it's own issues.
The building doesn't seem to have much security. Bldg management being negligent sure doesn't help.
Always add additional security with locks and safety measures.
Regarding packages being stolen.
That happens everywhere especially in the suburbs! Amazon has package lockers in lobbies and stores that are safe & secure. There are many alternative drop off package locations.
Naturally you should have the expectation of receiving your orders and not worry about actually getting them!
One danger of having such a public platform is having the wrong kind of folks interested in you...where you live.
You film in your home, people will turn sleuth and try to 'visit'.
Moving seems the only option, it is a shame and an added expense you shouldn't have had to deal with.
Your building mgmt really let you down.
@@poorthing yes it has. Numbers don’t lie and those of us living in reality know what’s going on. I lived in NYC for my entire life so I’m very aware of what’s going on. I’m not going to argue with you on Abbeys post though. Good luck!
@@ad231107 No. You didn't read what I wrote...the word is 'let'....Chicago is not letting crime run rampant, it's not a choice. The numbers are unacceptable. I said Chicago is struggling like NYC or any other large city. I don't pretend to know the answers, do you?
I lived here ALL my life.
I wish Abby all the best and hope she finds a secure building and feels safe and happy. Why you feel you must be confrontational is strange.
@@poorthing it absolutely is a choice but again out of respect to Abbey, I’m not going to argue the merits of it on this post. Only person confrontational is you who left their two cents on my comment when it was not asked for. So keep it moving
@@ad231107 omg...you are something
Package stealing has been a HUGE problem in my area of Chicago… I won’t say the neighborhood online. One of the thieves was likely a neighbor who liked the stuff I order but it’s also a thing for people to tail delivery trucks here and go in buildings and courtyards right after to steal and/or open packages and mail. Year round, not just holidays. What helped was filing a police report each time (you can do so retroactively, give as much info as you can like delivery date and the delivery company/service) and informing the building and neighbors that I have done so and will continue to do so as for any future problems. I made sure to bring this up with all my neighbors (“hey, if you see something let me know so I can add it to the police report!”) Well, guess who hasn’t had any packages stolen in months 😑 people think they can get away with so much.
Abby I am so sorry to hear the bad news, No one should go thru this. The post office should deliver
I’m so sorry! How scary! I lived in downtown Chicago alone for a long time but I hear it’s gotten pretty bad. I hope you found a place you feel safe. Hugs!
Oh Abbey, my heart breaks for you, but you are doing an amazing job of taking pics, documenting, etc. So glad you are moving woman:)
Abbey, I suggest looking at newer development apartment buildings in Chicago. A while back, I moved to Chicago for work and ended up renting in a “trendy” apartment building. The building was owned by a management company and it hadn’t been well-maintained. So many things were wrong with the apartment and the management company was non-responsive. Luckily, that lease was only for ten months, after that, I moved into a new building by Millennium Park. It was much more expensive but definitely worth it! The location was better and the building had great amenities.
Thank goodness you are getting out! I hope you found a new place and I hope that there are some people that can help you move without it being such an expense. I agree with the other comment that said you need to get the release of your lease in writing! I wouldn’t trust that landlord one bit. I remember the videos of the place when you were moving in and how many things were broken. How dirty the apartment was. I was shocked at that point that you actually moved in. Nothing on you, I was just shocked that a landlord would rent an apartment in such bad shape, so unclean etc. I hope your new place is much safer and in much better condition. Thank goodness you got out of the lease, but definitely get it in writing!!!
I'm sure this whole situation is something you want to put behind you as soon as possible but something to consider is that since you are self employed, your landlord's and the building management's negligence is not only at the cost of your well being but at the cost of your business. With the level of documentation you have proving that negligence, there's absolutely an opportunity to obtain a lawyer and it not be a waste of time or money.
I'm glad you're getting out of there! You'll find a great, safe place!
Oh my goodness I’m so sorry ur going through all this stress 😢
This landlord deadass should be sued and you could definitely make a case against him for lost property/safety (depending on the terms of the lease, which I haven’t read through). But I assume repairs under a large building have a maintenance staff, and if you had receipts of the package agreement NOT being left at the door while away, y’all could make a good case. I just feel like something needs to be done for the other tenants who might be feeling the same but stuck in their lease
Sorry you’re going through that!!! Also, I would love to see more personal, chatty type videos! Whether it’s a GRWM or story time or whatever! ☺️💜
I am so sorry this happened to you!I I have had somewhat similar things happen in the apartment I was living in (I think the lockdowns probably made things worse in my case). After 2 years of "strange" things happening and trying to rationalize it, I finally gave my notice and moved. It takes me a long time to learn apparentallty. Anyway, I really hope you can find a good place to live really soon!
Whew! How frightening! I hope you find a new place quickly!💕
Oh my goodness! So glad you’re safe! I hope things work out wherever you try to live next. 💕
Abbey this is so scary! I’m relieved that you are safe. Please find yourself an amazing secure place where the management actually cares about the residents.
I am so glad that you got out of this horrible nightmare of a situation. That tenant is awful you should definitely try and press charges if you can! It’s very likely that others in your building are having issues as well and it’s so important that you can keep yourself safe. I hope that your new place is so much better & more peaceful for you 🤍
Girl so sorry you’ve had to go through all this. Def get out hopefully your next place is much better!
You need to write a book about this!! My god! The sad thing is I'm sure you are going to leave the unit in better condition than you found it in.....because you are a good person. I hope your new place brings you every happiness (and peace)! :)
So sorry you’ve had to deal with this!
So sorry to hear this story! Just the icing on the cake. I hope you find a better place so your new adventure can begin again with a happy and safe restart. Praying for you!
I’m so sorry this happened to you. Sometimes we have a hard time processing something unbelievable is really happening! I think you did AMAZING!! You should be a lawyer!!
I'm so sorry these things are happening to you. Hopefully a better place will come. Sometimes you have to go through the dark to recognize light. Take care.
I think the pounding on your door was a very good thing - to prompt you to get the heck out. No more waffling about whether you should go or not. Yes, go. That was a gift. Take it and run. Moving is not fun, it never is. Stay safe - that's the most important thing.
I'm glad you're okay. It seems a bit odd to me that you tell your landlord that you are moving then someone tries to break in. It also seems like the door isn't secure at all but they couldn't break in. I don't want to insinuate anything but maybe someone was trying to scare you...maybe someone that is upset that you're moving out or something? Probably not but it is a possibility.
What neighborhood did you live in?? I live in Chicago and I absolutely love it! I was born and raised here and yes while it does have crime I think it is just an amazing city. That’s so terrible that someone tried to break in!! I would be so terrified! I live in Wrigleyville, I love it and my landlord is great. It really really sucks but you just have to keep looking. Definitely try to look up reviews and talk to people at the apartments and see what they think!!
Hi Abbey I hope you are safe and well!! You are so brave and strong and I wish you all the best with moving! I hope this isn't inappropriate to ask but could you do a makeup tutorial on the look you are wearing? It is so gorgeous!
:( I am legitimately so scared for you. Please get some mace or pepper spray or something and get out of that apartment soon. ❤️
So sorry you're going through all of this Abbey!! Wishing you the best with the next move! Unrelated but i love your eyeshadow, would love to see a tutorial!
Could you maybe do a video about how to stop all breakage that could be happening and how/where to start with fixing breakage and what would be a good affordable shampoo to use for good healthy strong hair. ( I’m thinking the kind I use might not be good. Tressemme. ) I seem to be getting a lot during the night ( especially right in the front ) even though I put it in a low loose braid. I have so much breakage and I don’t know what to do.
Dang! I’m sorry your going through this hard transition. Things will get better, sending lots of love ❤️❤️🙏
Omg 😫 this is scary! So sorry all of this happened to you xxx
Oh Gosh, that’s freaking scary.
I’m so sorry Abby. That’s so scary! I just want to hug you 🤗 I hope you find a safe place very soon.
I am so glad you are getting out of there!!!
have been there in my 2 bedroom in Chicago … It’s like people know a girl lives alone & they harass you … I have stories as well & I just moved out when they egged my door 🚪 & threw pancake 🥞 batter on it one random day I had guests over ? Huh 🤔! They didn’t care …2 weeks later I heard them or someone trying to break in & I was alone … And I had no weapons nothing …now I got my conceal carry, my foid card & im armed ready to protect myself… I go to the shooting range I learned there how to use guns & that is that… as women who live alone we are vulnerable don’t take chances girly. Best !
Hi Abbey, The Ignorance of your Landlord is very uncalled for. The safety of his tenants should be high priority. I hope the next property that you move to is more safe and secure to live a life that you wanted to. I pray that everything will work out for you.
As if the condition on move in wasn't bad enough. . . I was out at the shower situation. The front door, the nails show that the LL was well aware of the situation and attempted to conceal it. No, that shipment delivery process won't do. New leaf. So happy you got out of your lease.
New leaf?
I was born and raised in Chicago. Spent 40 years there. I don't live there anymore. It's a horrible place with a MAJOR crime problem. Can't for the life of me figure out why you moved there. Stay safe.
Me either! Like it’s literally been called “Chi-raq” because of all the crime.
Sounds like your landlord was causing all of this insanity. Sounds like all the LA landlords I’ve dealt with in small claims court. And I always won.
You should report the landlord to an apartment agency of some sort, I'm not sure if one exists in Chicago but I would recommend researching just in the case that landlord tries anything after you move out (charges etc.)
What an ordeal you’ve been through! Best of luck finding a new place. Prayers for you! 🙏🏼
I spent several years in apartment community management and this is horrible customer service from the staff working in the leasing office. Yes, there are not a lot of things that the actual management company can do about crime at the time it is happening, which is why they would advise you to call the police, but this was after the fact. They could have taken steps to make you feel more secure like repairing the door and checking any camera footage they may have, if they have cameras, and just generally being nice and comforting. Good customer service should be expected from your management company. And trust me, I've seen the other side where we've had residents physically throw things at our staff and we were still polite. I'm glad you are getting out. You should report this to the local housing authority because this is not the way a management company should be treating you.
Did u get your deposit back!!
I would report that landlord so fast!! Bc your experiences will most likely repeat themselves w others :( So glad you’re out of there tho!!
What a nightmare! So sorry for you!
Omg Abby!
Ur going to be ok! Al least ur a pro at packing and moving….. and hopefully u decluttered and don’t have too much stuff to move!
U’ll feel 150% better once ur settled in ur new place!!🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
What a nightmare! I hope you find a new place that is safe and comfortable for you.🍀♥️
Might want to consider getting a PO Box or a space at a UPS Store for all your packages. Just to avoid this kind of headache in the future. I worked at a UPS retail store for years and a lot of our customers dealt with situations like this.
Abbey Im sorry about your experience. Honestly I panic from the moment we heard you are moving to Chicago. Is a really dangerous place right now sadly. Stay safe ❤️
I am so glad you got out of your lease and are able to breathe again!! I hope the new place is soo much better and the landlord is more reasonable with problems like this
what a flipping NIGHTMARE!!! you poor soul, sending so much positivity your way for future places
I'm so sorry this happened! From the beginning, that guy was a total jerk and douchebag! I'm so glad you're moving out. Sendng you a big hug! ❤️
Im so sorry Abbey! Yes get out..too many bad vibes. I feel it through the tv lol🧡 Any luck finding a new place?
Hi abbey I’m so sorry this happened to you!! On Amazon there’s a Baton Taser that also has a flashlight. I think it would benefit you in times when someone is trying to break in. It’s metal & almost like a bat but better!!
Omg! Total nightmare! I'm so sorry, Girl!!
This is all ridiculous. Your next apartment should have CC cams throughout the building, including entries/ exits and at each floor, if it’s multi level, that can see both ends of the hall. No excuse for this.
And definitely in the parking lot as well. This makes me so angry! I’m glad that you’re safe, Abbey 💕
Omg what a nightmare, everything is 🤯🤯🤯. Missing mail and packages can happen even at a house or place of business, maybe getting a PO Box is better option (inconvenient, but I’d rather that then the stress of thieves).
Hopefully this will never happen again, but if someone is trying to break in, they r probably high on adrenaline if u yell “I’m going to hurt you, the police on their way”. This should scare them off, regardless if they know ur alone because of the adrenaline.
I’m so sorry this happened to you! I wanted your move to go so much better considering what had already happened. I wish you the best 💗 Always here to support you 💗💗💗