[_landry]

I just want to remind everyone to be careful when using your credit cards these days. I found out tonight that my Disney Visa account number was stolen and $10,000 worth of merchandise was charged to my account!! Thank goodness I am not being held accountable for any of it, although I wish I could keep the reward points!!

I tried to charge dinner at a restaurant tonight and my card was declined. As soon as I got into my car, I called customer service to find out why, since I knew something had to be wrong. The customer service agent said that I had over $10,000 charged in the last few days which exceeded my limit. Well, needless to say, panic sets in!! After reviewing the charges (all in Sacramento Tower Records and some Golf shop) we confirmed that the charges were not mine. She immediately closed my account and will reissue me a new one.

I asked how if I have the card in my possesion, someone else could be using my account. She said anytime you use your card to buy gas, hand it over at a restaurant, or use it on the internet, your account number can be stolen.

So, I just want everyone to remember to be as cautious as possible when using your cards. And check your accounts often for fraudulent activity!!

Hopefully all will turn out well.