We were lying in bed the other night – I peacefully reading my book, when Herself spotted a “bug on the ceiling”. It turned out to be a small moth. I’m thinking “no big deal, it will fly away.” My wife, on the other hand, foresees an Alfred Hitchcock ending in which that moth will give a signal and legions of moths will descend on her. While I’ve never heard of moths actually attacking humans, particularly as they have only what, one nerve cell and no brain? So, the chances are pretty slim that they’ll be planning an attack on her in the night, but no matter – it could happen. I sprang into action, going in search of a swatter. The moth thoughtfully, and unlike most other insects I’ve encountered, stayed in place until I could return and miss it with a truly vibrant swipe. It wisely flew off and is most likely still hiding behind a bureau wondering what all the fuss was about. Continue reading “Accosted By Nature – My Wife’s Story”