I took a drive through Pioneer square and downtown last night, I was shocked at how bad it looked, roving gangs, clear criminal activity, guys walking IN the street trying to stop cars, packs of thugs on every corner trying to intimidate anyone who passes by. I saw a guy corner three young women between there car and a wall they had just parked by, the girls were obviously scared so I pulled up next to the guy and watched carefully, ready to jump out and throw his ass to the ground or get myself stabbed in the process, after a minute or so the guy realized what the girls aready knew, that I was right beind him, he backed off and the girls scurried away after giving me a quick "thanks" glance. Something has definately changed on the streets downtown. It's as if the only guys with balls are the criminals. Oh yeah, I didn't tell anyone about the little incident last night, I'm always doing shit like that and I'm sick of friends, family, neighbors etc. telling me I should be more careful and just hide in the closet with my cell phone more often. Sorry if this is a bit off topic.