Can I wear mosquito netting on a daily basis?

Not just netting. I'd keep my clothes on as well.

There are mosquitoes aplenty, but my reason for wanting to wear the netting is the FLIES. They are fat and slow and prefer landing on lips. Everyone walks around waving their arms, hitting themselves at random, fanning their nose and ears... I've tried to refrain from inhaling through my mouth. Ever.

And, no one is safe from my swatting. At least now I have a valid excuse for abusing Matt & the kids. (c'mon-you know it's just a joke.)

Poor Taylor. He is a feast for these insects. Bits of milk and banana are always dried to his face and crusted in his hair (not to mention the flys' favorite: poo in his pants). He rarely shoo's them away himself; it's the kids who are constantly on alert to "protect" him by slapping him. Won't it be a surprise when he starts slapping them back!

Here we are at dinner. The Rileys had us over for a barbie (Q) the other evening. Notice the swatter in Ben's hand. He never set it down. He once got 3 in one blow. It was hilarious. Until he smacked one on the serving platter. That kinda killed my appetite.

You would not believe how perfectly normal it is to have a conversation with someone while constantly waving your hand in front of your face. I once mocked the traditional bush ranger hats. Now, I'm seriously considering wearing one at all times. If you're not familiar with these hats, they have little corks at the end of the ropes. As you move, the corks swing around and keep the flies away.

This one's a souvenir for sure. The real ones have corks all in front of your face, too.

And, I've heard the flies haven't even gotten bad yet.