The Tick Boy

"Ticks are blood-feeding parasites that are often found in tall grass and shrubs where they will wait to attach to a passing host. A tick will attach itself to its host by inserting its chelicerae (cutting mandibles) and hypostome (feeding tube) into the skin. The hypostome is covered with recurved teeth and serves as an anchor.^[2] Physical contact is the only method of transportation for ticks. Ticks do not jump or fly, although they may drop from their perch and fall onto a host. Some species stalk the host by foot...Ticks can be found in most wooded or forested regions throughout the world. They are especially common in areas where there are deertrails or human tracks. (www.wikiepedia.org)"

These little bloodsuckers have found a new host. My Adam has had more ticks in the past week than I have had in my entire lifetime.  He has now had 7 ticks!  Eeeekk!  They sure do love his fresh blood.

Speaking of blood,  TrueBlood starts tonight! Is anyone as excited as I am?