What pissed you off today? Mark II

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When I was in middle school my math class was after lunch. We would drop our stuff off in the classroom and the teacher would lock it and we would head to the lunch room. One particular day I REALLY didn't want to have math class so after the teacher locked the door i jammed a pencil, lead point first into the lock and broke the lead off in it then skipped off for lunch. It took maintenance an hour to get the door open, needless to say no class that day and no one figured out who did it. 😊

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I'm still having to re-login about 12 times a day.

Is anybody else getting this spontaneous log-out issue?
 
I'm still having to re-login about 12 times a day.

Is anybody else getting this spontaneous log-out issue?

are you using a proxy server?
( i assume you're clicking the 'remember me' button when you log in, yes?)
 
If one more person in London runs their 'little case on wheels that I'm dragging behind me' over my feet, I shall not be responsible for my actions. :mad: Ditto the idiot who decided to stop halfway up a flight of stairs at the station so he could check his phone...:rolleyes:
 
Anyway. Something else that is annoying me:

Tens of itchy red spots clustered above my ankles since yesterday, worked out that there must have been something in the socks I was wearing (They're exactly where the 'rim' of them are) so I burnt them in case it was a colony of hatched flea eggs that my cat dropped off.
":cattail:"
According to the NHS guide to skin rashes it's certainly some type of bites, so nothing serious.

But of course that paranoid part of everybody's brain is telling me that it also could be scabies or the onset of Ebola. :rolleyes:
 
Anyway. Something else that is annoying me:

Tens of itchy red spots clustered above my ankles since yesterday, worked out that there must have been something in the socks I was wearing (They're exactly where the 'rim' of them are) so I burnt them in case it was a colony of hatched flea eggs that my cat dropped off.
":cattail:"
According to the NHS guide to skin rashes it's certainly some type of bites, so nothing serious.

But of course that paranoid part of everybody's brain is telling me that it also could be scabies or the onset of Ebola. :rolleyes:

There are several species of fleas. Most of them are species specific, but that doesn't stop them from feeding on another host if it's convenient, it just means they won't stay on that host.

Anyway, "cat fleas" typically bite humans around the ankles and lower legs, usually at night while they're in bed. I would strip your bedding and wash it in HOT water and maybe vacuum your mattress.

Just my 2 cents...
 
There are several species of fleas. Most of them are species specific, but that doesn't stop them from feeding on another host if it's convenient, it just means they won't stay on that host.

Anyway, "cat fleas" typically bite humans around the ankles and lower legs, usually at night while they're in bed. I would strip your bedding and wash it in HOT water and maybe vacuum your mattress.

Just my 2 cents...

They began appearing during the middle of the day, but I'm definitely going to strip the bed now. Thanks :p

So then. This damn cat is finally getting into bio-warfare. I expected this after the fission reactor I found under her bed, better go get a flamethrower and biohazard sheeting...
 
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Sorry, two different people. Try laurel, only because I 'know' her ( she is on GB sometimes) and she's really kind and helpful. They are literotica. sorry for being confusing.

Btw, the VET prescribed spot on things for fleas are excellent, this generation of my cats have never known what a flea even is, but the over the counter ones,seem to have immunity issues in my area now anyway. ( we tried them with the feral cats when we could nonetheless, and seconding the thing about fleas being species specific; our critters don't get fleas even when we have hedgehogs in etc, and they have fleas.

Over the counter treatments aren't as effective, don't last as long as advertised, and can be dangerous to you and your pet (anything that contains permythrins(sp) KILLS cats). Anything you can get at a vet is safe, effective, and they can go over the proper application with you. Fleas are pesky and have a long life cycle (3 months). If your cat has fleas, it's likely there are eggs and larve anywhere that is a soft surface that your cat frequents. So couches, chairs, beds, carpeting etc. There's products you can use on furniture and floors, vacuum carpets frequently and empty it after you're done outside. The heat and vibration can trigger any eggs you suck up to hatch and crawl from your vacuum making things worse. Treating the pet and the environment are the best ways to get rid of the little pests.

If you have questions C you can pm me. I was a veterinary technician before staying home with my kiddos. 😊
 
Anyway. Something else that is annoying me:

Tens of itchy red spots clustered above my ankles since yesterday, worked out that there must have been something in the socks I was wearing (They're exactly where the 'rim' of them are) so I burnt them in case it was a colony of hatched flea eggs that my cat dropped off.
":cattail:"
According to the NHS guide to skin rashes it's certainly some type of bites, so nothing serious.

But of course that paranoid part of everybody's brain is telling me that it also could be scabies or the onset of Ebola. :rolleyes:

I'd make the assumption that you are not the kind of person to bring second hand clothes or furniture into your home, but would encourage you to inspect the seams of both your bed ( box springs as well ) and any furniture you are frequently using around the house ( couch, chair, etc. ). The pattern of bites on your legs certainly is indicative of flea behavior, but pay attention if you start noticing them anywhere else.

Since you have a cat, I don't recommend most types of poison, as they can get it on their paws ( which they lick ). Diatomaceous Earth is a type of powder you can get that is very effective at dealing with fleas and other types of small, biting insects. It is non toxic, instead of poison, it punctures the exoskeleton and kills via dehydration. Sprinkle it near any areas you see activity ( you can check by swiping your foot across carpet, door sweeps, etc. ) and you can also use it as a preventative measure if you think they are coming in from somewhere ( thresholds, windows, vents ).

Another thing to consider, if your cat is flea free and the problem persists, is that there may be another critter bringing them around. If you think that is the case, soak some rags in pure ammonia and leave them outside near any entrances or spots something may be frequenting. The strong odor will make whatever it is think there is something " bigger and badder " around, and move on.

Good luck.
 
I'd make the assumption that you are not the kind of person to bring second hand clothes or furniture into your home, but would encourage you to inspect the seams of both your bed ( box springs as well ) and any furniture you are frequently using around the house ( couch, chair, etc. ). The pattern of bites on your legs certainly is indicative of flea behavior, but pay attention if you start noticing them anywhere else.

Since you have a cat, I don't recommend most types of poison, as they can get it on their paws ( which they lick ). Diatomaceous Earth is a type of powder you can get that is very effective at dealing with fleas and other types of small, biting insects. It is non toxic, instead of poison, it punctures the exoskeleton and kills via dehydration. Sprinkle it near any areas you see activity ( you can check by swiping your foot across carpet, door sweeps, etc. ) and you can also use it as a preventative measure if you think they are coming in from somewhere ( thresholds, windows, vents ).

Another thing to consider, if your cat is flea free and the problem persists, is that there may be another critter bringing them around. If you think that is the case, soak some rags in pure ammonia and leave them outside near any entrances or spots something may be frequenting. The strong odor will make whatever it is think there is something " bigger and badder " around, and move on.

Good luck.


^^^^^ excellent advice.


Also to check your cat, if you have a fine toothed comb run it through her fur at the base of her tail at her spine (fleas like it here because it's harder for her to reach). You'll get fur and probably some dandruff and some other specks. Wet a paper towel and spread your cat nugget out, pushing all the little skin specks against the wet towel. If you start to see rusty red smears or spots, she has fleas, and the spots are flea poop. It turns red because it's digested blood.
 
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