damn that pesky west nile. if you're anything like me, then bugs are simply attracted to you (my dad said it's my pH level). here're some bug repelents that work, and some that don't (from the july 2004 reader's digest). what works: stuff wit deet (off!), the higher the % the better. oil of eucalyptus (repel lemon eucalyptus insect repellent). and soybean oil (bite blocker for kids). things that don't work: skin so soft. (well, technically, this does work, but only for a lousy 23 mintues.) repellent wristbands and citronella candles don't work at all. and "high tech" devices don't work much either. and my personal tip: drain all stagnent water sources - they're a breeding ground for mosquitos. so don't leave around buckets of water. check all plant ...plates... to make sure there isn't too much excess water down there. and if you've got a pool, be sure to turn on that churning water thing (damnit, i dunno wat it's called, i dont' have a pool!). also, if your pool is already a weird green color, drain it immediatly. first off, the alge and stuff isn't healthy for you. second, it looks gross. and third, it's a good breeding place for mosquitos. one last thing! mosquitos are most attracted to the color blue (light, dark? i dunno) blahblahblah. keep safe this summer!
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