Hmmm, not a bad idea. I had my purse stolen back in April, and the boys SS#'s were written in code on a piece of paper. I doubt that the thugs that stole my purse could figure the #'s out, but you never know. I ran a Credit report on both my sons back then, and put a block on any new accounts being opened. You are right, you just don't know if this is a silly coincidence, or real trouble! Thanks for the heads up!