It began as an ordinary afternoon — errands done, keys in hand — until I noticed a small ribbon tied neatly around my car’s door handle.

It wasn’t decorative, just a plain string, carefully knotted. I dismissed it as random. But when it appeared again days later in a different

parking lot, unease replaced curiosity. Two times felt deliberate. Was it a prank, a mistake, or something meant to mark my car?

That night, I searched online for answers. Some said it was harmless, others warned it might be a tactic to identify vehicles for

attention or targeting. The uncertainty stayed with me, but so did a deeper realization — awareness is everything.

Now, I always take a moment to scan my surroundings before getting in the car. Not out of fear, but mindfulness. In a world where

distractions are constant, staying observant can be our quiet protection. Whether the ribbon was coincidence or intention, it taught me something valuable:

trust your instincts, stay alert, and never ignore the small details that make you pause — they might be your first sign to pay attention.