Little trick for carrying your wallet and avoiding theft to add to your comments.
Wrap an elastic band around the wallet. a big one.
When someone tries to lift it from you, you will feel it moving due to the friction of the elastic on your pocket.
I am not sure why I know this but I do.
Re: welcome home party - if you miss the first one let me know. I can make the second one if it is after the 17th