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Today’s Question:
Have you ever had ants (or other type of bug) in your home ? They stroll in from time to time.
If so, did you do something to get rid of them ? Usually the last thing they see is the sole of a size 13EEE shoe coming down on them
If a single bug gets into your home, what method do you use to be rid of it (flyswatter or other) ? Fly swatter, newspaper, magazine, bug spray, or whatever.
While we are on the subject of ants, if they have a post office in their colony my picture is probably hanging on the wall with the other most wanted. When I was growing up I would spend hours shoving firecrackers into ant hills causing mass destruction. Sometimes I would set an entire package of firecrackers on the ant hill and then light them off once they were covered with ants.
Do spiders disconcert, alarm, or frighten you ? No. I currently have a spider living behind the outside mirror on the Jeep. He, or she has covered the mirror with a web. I often see it working on the web. If I decide to go somewhere the spider crawls into the mirror housing while I am driving
Are there any particular insects that you like or at least find less objectionable ? Not really
Extra Credit:
Have you ever accidentally microwaved metal ? Nope. However I have dropped silverware into the garbage disposal
Bonus:
Do you have any jewelry (“dog tags” or medical ID bracelet count) with letters or words on it ? Nope. I wear no jewelry
Just for Fun:
Do you enjoy learning about neologisms (new words or expressions) ? Never gave it any thought
Happy Monday June 15, everybody-and welcome to QOTD.
Today’s Question:
Have you ever had ants (or other type of bug) in your home ?
It's a trick question because ants aren't bugs!
If so, did you do something to get rid of them ?
I get rid of ants. Spray atomized mild household cleaner, like Lysol or Mr. Clean on them and wipe them up - treat entry point and exit point with Raid...a two second shot will do it.
If a single bug gets into your home, what method do you use to be rid of it (flyswatter or other) ?
Some bugs are very nice. I welcome them. Others can even suck. I have used all sorts of violent methods of swift, hateful execution. See suck type of insect or arachnid - take large heavy object - slam suck victim as hard as you can. I always tell them first that they are going to die now and that I am glad.
Do spiders disconcert, alarm, or frighten you ?
Yes, I hate them so much I want to kill them.
Are there any particular insects that you like or at least find less objectionable ?
Click beetles and Japanese beetles (scarabs). Lacewings. Walking Sticks and Mantis'. Leaf Hoppers. Lots more!
Extra Credit:
Have you ever accidentally microwaved metal ?
Nope. I have done it intentionally, though. Some metals are fine in the microwave.
For a neat little bit of fun, slice or chop up an onion and put it in the microwave, on a dish and see what happens. It's pretty cool! DO IT!
Bonus:
Do you have any jewelry (“dog tags” or medical ID bracelet count) with letters or words on it ?
Nope, I don't wear jewelry.
Just for Fun:
Do you enjoy learning about neologisms (new words or expressions) ?
Today’s Question:
Have you ever had ants (or other type of bug) in your home ?
Of course! Who hasn't?
If so, did you do something to get rid of them ?
Stepped on 'em or sprayed them.
If a single bug gets into your home, what method do you use to be rid of it (flyswatter or other) ?
Unless it's a fly, I normally step on it.
Do spiders disconcert, alarm, or frighten you ?
Not at all, because you can step on spiders and kill them.
Are there any particular insects that you like or at least find less objectionable ?
Ladybugs, lightning bugs
Extra Credit:
Have you ever accidentally microwaved metal ?
No, but I did put four blocks in the microwave when I was a child and smoke bellowed through the house.
Bonus:
Do you have any jewelry (“dog tags” or medical ID bracelet count) with letters or words on it ?
Only my class ring from high school.
Just for Fun:
Do you enjoy learning about neologisms (new words or expressions) ?
Quite so!
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Today’s Question: Have you ever had ants (or other type of bug) in your home ? Yes If so, did you do something to get rid of them ? Called in a professional. If a single bug gets into your home, what method do you use to be rid of it (flyswatter or other) ? Magazine/newspaper or shoe. Do spiders disconcert, alarm, or frighten you ? I freak out over spiders!!! Are there any particular insects that you like or at least find less objectionable ? I'm not fond of any insects.
Extra Credit: Have you ever accidentally microwaved metal ? Yes, I left a twist tie on some bread once.
It sparked.
Bonus: Do you have any jewelry (“dog tags” or medical ID bracelet count) with letters or words on it ? Yes, I have some initial jewelry.
Just for Fun: Do you enjoy learning about neologisms (new words or expressions) ?
Have you ever coined one yourself (made up a word or phrase) ?
Today in History: 1836: Arkansas becomes the 25th American state 1919: First non-stop transatlantic aircraft flight (Newfoundland-Ireland in 16 hrs.), by John Alcock & Arthur W. Brown 1934: Official establishment of Great Smoky Mountains National Park (in Tenn. & N.C.) 1943: Birth of Dutch author Xaviera Hollander (Vera de Vries) 1949: Birth of English actor & musician Simon Callow 1955: Birth of American actress Julie Hagerty 1955: Birth of American actress Polly Draper 1959: Birth of American actress Eileen Davidson 1963: Birth of American actress Helen Hunt 1969: Birth of American rapper & actor Ice Cube (O’Shea Jackson, Sr.) 1971: Birth of American actor Jake Busey (William Jacob Busey) 1973: Birth of American actor Neil Patrick Harris 2012: Nik Wallenda becomes first person to cross Niagara Falls on a high-wire (also setting record for longest tightrope walk over a waterfall)
Today’s Word: quincunx /ˈkwinˌkəNGks/ (n.): Geometric arrangement or layout, as on the “five dots” side of a die or domino tile, where four of the points form a square or cross, with the fifth in the pattern’s center. A bit like the maze today
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Today’s Picture: Entrance & exit are at symbols in center towards the right & bottom towards the left (with little dots trailing away from them)-
Thought for the Day: “Finding ways to appreciate advances without embracing complacency is a delicate task.” -Rebecca Solnit
Wishing everyone plenty of positive feedback today.
Happy Monday June 15, everybody-and welcome to QOTD.
Today’s Question:
Have you ever had ants (or other type of bug) in your home ? Once in awhile a critter sneaks in.
If so, did you do something to get rid of them ? Smirsch em'.
If a single bug gets into your home, what method do you use to be rid of it (flyswatter or other) ? Foot or swatter.
Do spiders disconcert, alarm, or frighten you ? No.
Are there any particular insects that you like or at least find less objectionable ? Bee's. I use to collect A's & C's but I like B's the best.
Extra Credit:
Have you ever accidentally microwaved metal ? NOOOO!
Bonus:
Do you have any jewelry (“dog tags” or medical ID bracelet count) with letters or words on it ? Yes my military dog tags.
Just for Fun:
Do you enjoy learning about neologisms (new words or expressions) ?
Today’s Question:
Have you ever had ants (or other type of bug) in your home ? Yes, in the bathroom. If so, did you do something to get rid of them ? We set out traps. If a single bug gets into your home, what method do you use to be rid of it (flyswatter or other) ? Yes. Do spiders disconcert, alarm, or frighten you ? Not as much as when I was younger. Are there any particular insects that you like or at least find less objectionable ? Butterflies. Extra Credit:
Have you ever accidentally microwaved metal ? No, but some mugs have metal on the finish. Bonus:
Do you have any jewelry (“dog tags” or medical ID bracelet count) with letters or words on it ? My wedding ring is engraved. Just for Fun:
Do you enjoy learning about neologisms (new words or expressions) ? Yes.
Have you ever coined one yourself (made up a word or phrase) ? No.
I keep Black Flag around and use it without thinking twice. no swatters, no picking it up and putting it outside. No being nice. It's dead within a minute. Period.
I don't do jewelry but when I do, it's usually just earrings and those aren't engraved.
Today’s Question:
Have you ever had ants (or other type of bug) in your home ? not often but in years past we had a small problem with a few of them.
If so, did you do something to get rid of them ?
insect spray
If a single bug gets into your home, what method do you use to be rid of it (flyswatter or other) ? swatter works well for most. otherwise I use my left shoe or a tissue.
Do spiders disconcert, alarm, or frighten you ? no normally but there are some that are creepy
Are there any particular insects that you like or at least find less objectionable ? Ladybugs, and Bees Extra Credit:
Have you ever accidentally microwaved metal ? No,,, never! Bonus:
Do you have any jewelry (“dog tags” or medical ID bracelet count) with letters or words on it ? I still have my dog tags from the Army days; so far they haven't called me back in........ Just for Fun:
Do you enjoy learning about neologisms (new words or expressions) ?
Have you ever coined one yourself (made up a word or phrase) ? Not yet!
Today’s Question:
Have you ever had ants (or other type of bug) in your home ?
Yes, every few years-from tiny sugar ants to larger ones.
Ladybugs once or twice a year swarm my apt. but they don't terrify me, and are simple to remove.
If so, did you do something to get rid of them ?
Smoosh with masking tape & toss out. Icky, but effective & involves no hazardous chemicals.
If a single bug gets into your home, what method do you use to be rid of it (flyswatter or other) ?
If of no redeeming value (mosquito), smoosh (as above)-have flyswatter but rarely use it.
If too big-and/or I feel sorry for it, capture in glass covered with postcard & let out the window.
Do spiders disconcert, alarm, or frighten you ? <--- All of those, even though intellectually I know they're beneficial.
Are there any particular insects that you like or at least find less objectionable ?
Ladybugs, beetles (incl. fireflies) in general don't freak me out the way other ones do-
they pretty much get a free pass from me (and are easy to get hold of & gently relocate).
Moths are okay, they're just hard to catch so I can free them outside.
Had forgotten about crickets & dragonflies 'til I saw others here mention them-I'm okay with those, but again, I still want them to remain outside-not inside.
I know bees are "good", but I certainly don't want them all up in my business. So long as creatures respect my boundaries, we're cool.
Extra Credit:
Have you ever accidentally microwaved metal ?
Can't recall-possibly for a second or two, but immediately realized mistake.
Bonus:
Do you have any jewelry (“dog tags” or medical ID bracelet count) with letters or words on it ?
Have couple old rings that state the metal content of them, one is grandmother's class ring but writing has worn off the face.
Just for Fun:
Do you enjoy learning about neologisms (new words or expressions) ?
Have you ever coined one yourself (made up a word or phrase) ? Not sure.
I don't claim to have made them up, but I hold onto turns of phrase or invented/blended words
(which others have generated) that I like sound of (hard to think of them just now)...
"confusify", for one.
Both my parents were clever & creative with language.
No idea the origin story of it, but my mother made up the word "piv"-
which can be conjugated as pivulous, pivulation, etc.
Meaning of it is flexible, though-generally means unfavorable, unappealing, gunk, grot.
As in, "I'm feeling kinda' pivulous today", or "Wait-there's some piv on that bench, don't sit there".
I still use the word today.
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I freak out over spiders!!!
