Sue, that's unbelievably horrible. Those poor people.
Fire bad. Tree pretty.
Buffy ,'Chosen'
Natter 64: Yes, we still need you
Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, duct tape, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.
Zenkitty - Jul 24, 2009 8:38:41 pm PDT #687 of 30001
Every now and then, I think I might actually be a little odd.
msbelle - Jul 25, 2009 12:01:59 am PDT #688 of 30001
I remember the crazy days. 500 posts an hour. Nubmer! Natgbsb
And....mac came in at 4:30 which led to me....seeing a bed bug. Guess I know what I'll be doing today, laundry, plastic bags, contacting the management company (to see who calls the exterminator and to make sure they send out a notice), mattress encasement, more laundry. Maybe Home Depot to get shelves for the storage area, since I think I'll be needing to shift a bunch of stuff down there.
I've already pulled the down comforter off since that is where I saw them and have it in a plastic bag.
flea - Jul 25, 2009 1:35:48 am PDT #689 of 30001
information libertarian
Oh god, msbelle, like you needed more stress and work in your home life.
msbelle - Jul 25, 2009 1:56:42 am PDT #690 of 30001
I remember the crazy days. 500 posts an hour. Nubmer! Natgbsb
right?
Anyhoo, I found a highly recommended exterminator on a bedbug forum, already called them and much to my surprise the guy picked up and will be getting back to me today with some instructions.
Apparently I should not wash too much before an inspection. mac's bed has been in plastic covering and it shows no signs, so hopefully his bed is free.
I just want to run the vacuum everywhere RIGHT NOW (seal up the bag and toss it), also start the laundry, and shower (I know not helpful). WHat I do not want to do is think about how much money this is all gonna cost.
ok, off to email the management company.
flea - Jul 25, 2009 2:09:33 am PDT #691 of 30001
information libertarian
I have no idea if homeowner's insurance would cover it, but it's worth a check, anyway. Or maybe the co-op has some insurance?
msbelle - Jul 25, 2009 2:13:48 am PDT #692 of 30001
I remember the crazy days. 500 posts an hour. Nubmer! Natgbsb
the co-op won't cover anything, I am positive, but I should check with my insurance. treatment is definitely going to hit my deductible, if it is a covered thing.
Theodosia - Jul 25, 2009 2:22:23 am PDT #693 of 30001
'we all walk this earth feeling we are frauds. The trick is to be grateful and hope the caper doesn't end any time soon"
Oh crap, msbelle! There's an epidemic of them around here, too, and they are totally capable of hitching a ride into your home, so no matter how cleanly you are, you're not guaranteed that you won't get hit.
Here's hoping that you're getting the infestation in its first few days, so that it can be dealt with decisively and swiftly.
msbelle - Jul 25, 2009 2:44:06 am PDT #694 of 30001
I remember the crazy days. 500 posts an hour. Nubmer! Natgbsb
Oh yeah, Theo - intellectually I know this is not about me being clean, but like so many other things lately, it seems like an indictment on my life.
msbelle - Jul 25, 2009 3:04:29 am PDT #695 of 30001
I remember the crazy days. 500 posts an hour. Nubmer! Natgbsb
no insurance coverage.
Kat - Jul 25, 2009 4:56:46 am PDT #696 of 30001
"I keep to a strict diet of ill-advised enthusiasm and heartfelt regret." Leigh Bardugo
oh fuck. msbelle, I am sorry.