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Tag your bags Address labels aren't only for sticking on envelopes. They can be an effective, inexpensive way of making sure your lost items stand a chance of finding their way home. Place an address label -- covered with a small piece of transparent or clear packing tape to prevent wear -- inside your laptop PC bag, designer eyewear case, gym bag, knapsack, and all pieces of luggage, whether they are tagged or not.
Label your stuff Few folks bother to take out insurance on their collection of personal electronics equipment, but replacing a high-end PDA, camera, camcorder, or MP3 player can run into some serious money. Still, a tape-covered address label conspicuously placed on your gear just may facilitate its safe return. Of course, there are no guarantees in these matters, but at least the policy is cheap enough.
Hang on to your umbrella A well-made umbrella can last for years, but that won't help if it's left behind on a bus or train. Minimize the risk of your loss becoming someone else's gain by sticking an address label on the umbrella handle and wrapping it once around with clear packing tape. This protects the label from the elements -- and makes it considerably more difficult to remove.
Secure school supplies It's one of the universal truths of parenthood: Kids' pencil cases, folders, markers, and other school supplies are forever disappearing. You may be able to lessen the losses, however, by affixing address labels with a piece of transparent tape to the contents of your child's desk and backpack.
Identify items for repair Do you suffer separation anxiety when you bring your beloved stereo equipment or another precious item into the repair shop? You may feel better if you place an address label on the base or some other unobtrusive, undamaged area. Note: This practice is not recommended for all personal treasures -- you probably wouldn't want to label paper documents, paintings, photos, and such.
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