Today I meet a cross orbweaver spider.
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| Cross Orbweaver Spider |
In the cooler weather, I know these spiders find warmth inside my house. Spiders terrify me, but I want to give her a chance. One can’t destroy another just because of fear, just because of misunderstanding.
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| Orbweaver Spider in the Woods |
I learn that this spider rarely bites. In fact, it’s supremely difficult to provoke her. Inside a home, she’ll eat dust mites, fruit flies, and various pests. Her webs help clean the house.
I also learn that she eats her web every single night and builds a fresh one every single morning. She keeps her web free of debris by starting over every single day.
I love that she starts fresh each morning, removing debris from the day before. I love that she stays calm and unprovoked. I love that she’s helpful.
I want to be more like her. Welcome, little spider.
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Do you encounter unusual spiders in your home this time of year?
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I'm not fond of spiders, either, having been bitten by a recluse spider. However, this year, I allowed the spiders to spin their webs inside or out as long as they didn't interfere with day to day stuff. Mosquitoes carry heart-worm larvae which can infect my dogs. If spider webs can trap mosquitoes in the house, I thank them and think of each as “Charlotte.”
None of mine are an orbweaver – she would be welcome!
Facing fear helps us know which is irrational vs rational.
Beautiful pictures & message!