Who's got Mosquitoes???

[SherylsShado]

They are so bad here right now and are supposed to get worse real soon due to all the rain we've gotten.  (Don't forget about your pets if mosquitos are bad in your area, consult with your vet to see if they recommend heartworm medication.)

[ULuvCeCe]

*KNOCK ON WOOD* But the mosquitoes are definitely starting to go away.  Mid summer I would step out and be bit 5 times within 2 minutes - they really like me.  I do not have an allergies but man those suckers swelled up, some turned to bruises it was terrible, repellent didn't help at all.  My hubby and my son - no bites, they'd land on them then fly away - I must be too sweet hahah

[cloudsoup]

skeeters feast on me too. i have to practically
bathe in "OFF" if i'm gonna be outside for a long
period of time in the summer. even then, i usually
can't escape the little monsters.

i'm so prone to bug bites in general though, and
i'm not sure why? if someone's house has fleas,
i'm always eaten alive and whoever is with me
has no idea what i'm talking about...

sigh, bugs 

[JessieKateRose]

We have them really bad here. I hate them.

[kapeh12]

They were all over my lawn most of the summer.  I was a walking buffet for them anytime I stepped out onto the porch or mowed the lawn.  Then I found out the lawn care company I'm trying this year (weed & feed) had some kind of granular insect treatment that was supposed to kill ants, ticks, Japanese beetles, and mosquitoes - and after they sprayed, no more mosquitoes!  It's been heaven.  The treatment is supposed to work for about a month, then they come out for a secondary application in 30 days.

Will definitely plan on using that again next year.  Can't afford to lose that much blood to those bloodsuckers.

[jordandog]

They haven't been quite as bad here this year and I have no idea why since we have had some very rainy periods. I always treat my yard with a non-toxic (because of my dogs) spray before, during, and at the end of the spring/summer so I think that helps. I also try to make sure I don't give them any breeding grounds like plant saucers, grandkids outdoor toys, or anything that holds rainwater. I dump them out to get rid of it.

They absolutely love me too and my bites get huge also! The females are the only ones who bite because they need the blood to fertilize eggs. The thing that attracts them the most is how much carbon dioxide you give off - I know it sounds weird, but it's true. Some of us, and again for some reason it is mainly females, have a metabolism that gives off more CO2 so they love us. Since they are also nectar feeders, they love any kind of perfume, fabric softener smell, hair products, etc. that have sweetness to them and they love bacteria. So, clean, not clean, groomed or ungroomed, they are going to find the people they like!

[slbaseman1029]

Misquitos are so bad here, you cant even go outside! -Sylver B.

[thetotalfool]

They have finally tapered off near me.  About a month ago, I couldn't wear shorts because my legs looked terrible.

[yvalentin]

ive been getting bitten like crazy over here. so has the rest of my family and it doesnt help that we keep forgetting to use bug spray.

[Valerie1979]

they are bad here and we had more rain today so I'm sure more will appear soon.

I've been wanting a mosquito plant ( a plant that repells mosquitos)

[jordandog]

they are bad here and we had more rain today so I'm sure more will appear soon.

I've been wanting a mosquito plant ( a plant that repells mosquitos)

I don't know if it is the same plant you're talking about, but I keep a couple huge pots of the citronella scented geraniums by my spots with tables and chairs where we always sit outside. The plants smell great, mine never bloom, but they're very pretty and they definately help keep the skeeters away! I pick a leaf or two, crush it in my fingers, and then rub it on my ankles. No, I do NOT smell like a stinky cloud of citronella either.

[jkhanson]

We have had more mosquitoes too due to the extra rains.

Our little town does a GREAT job of spraying frequently though so we have been able to enjoy the outdoors!  Yeah Luverne!!

[dfire247]

i live on the eastern shore in delaware close to the beach and we have them and its awe full when the sun starts to go down. you cant go out with out getting bit

[girlswin2]

Yes we have them here also.  Make sure to call your mosquito control people to come out and spray around your neighborhood and they will.  You can also use mouthwash to keep them away from you in your yard.  Spray it around were your going to be and they will not mess with you.  It sounds crazy but it works so good.  Listerine mouth wash works best but any will do that has a high smell to it.   

[prillycake]

I hate mosquitos i hope they're not too bad we're going on vacation next week by the water. My dad has this light that instantly kills them though it's fun hearing them die.