In case of civil unrest, rioters would be well served to stay away from people with rings on their fingers. A single person might choose to retreat, but those who can’t maneuver due to kids would be more inclined to make a stand. They won’t feel guilty about removing any perceived threats to the kids and spouse. — Oleg Volk

I tend to agree with Oleg on this one.  I am not much of a runner all by myself.  I’m under no illusions about how far and how quickly I could run if I had to try to carry/shepherd my brood in an emergency.  I drive more carefully when my wife and kids are in the car than I do when I’m alone, I’m more attentive to where everyone is when we’re out and about, and I’m much more likely to fight than to flee if someone scares me when it comes to my kids.