Pests and other events

On May 9, 2018 my apartment will be heated to 140 degrees Fahrenheit  for six hours in the hope that this will kill all unwanted denizens of said apartment. (Marge, who lives in my closet, will be removed during this process.)
Today, April 25, 2018, 1-800-take-away-all-your-contaminated-overstuffed-furniture-that-you-are-afraid-to-sit-on-anymore will remove my couch and chair. For a price. A hefty price.

Also today every apartment in this building will be inspected by professionals for similar occupations of unwanted but unknown or undiscovered denizens. My public commentary, constant complaining, and threats of moving, and/or notifying our Local News Team Working To Solve Your Problems with Debbie Knox may or may not have precipitated this unprecedented action.

Upon reflection, these actions may seem extreme. On the bright side, I  researched and have discovered that these visitors cause no disease.

On the downside one who is visited in the night by one of them may develop unsightly red blotches on visited skin sites. And, more annoying, but still not fatal, itching can ensue. Actually, I can attest to the fact that said blotches and concurrent itching are, indeed, to be expected. And are annoying, but not, so far, fatal. Or even debilitating. So, first world problem dealt with and will be resolved by Race Day.

Replacement furniture, when I get it, will consist of metal or plastic framed outdoor patio furniture with disposable cushions. A chair for me and a chair for a guest. (Shades of Thoreau.)
Meanwhile, sitting upright in a padded card table chair has improved my posture and prompted me to get more exercise because I avoid sitting due to the uprightness necessary in sitting. So.

Last night was Casino Night and I bought (with play money) five chances on a month's free rent.It could happen. I know a lady who won it last year.

Another happy note, it is time to buy a fan to sit in the doorway when it gets hot. We may reach 70 degrees F this week. Oh Happy Day. Summer approaches. And I have a balcony.