09-25-2009, 08:13 AM
Several years ago I had problems with mail delivery. My solution was to open a PO box, and have my mailed forwarded to the box, instead of being delivered to my home. Yes, it was not as convenient as going to the mailbox at home and getting my mail, but knowing my mail was secure made the trade-off worth it. I did not change addresses with anyone or any business I had dealings with, only had it forwarded. I hate to be cynical, but the thought of my mail going to someone else is frightening. Not everyone is honest, and there individuals that may actually steal from mail that is misdirected to them. There are also instances of mail being stolen right out mailboxes, and that information being used for identity theft. I am typically a trusting person, so to go through the measures I did at the time was a big deal for me.