Same crap; different day.

[ShiroiHikari]

At this moment, I am recovering from a panic attack.

I struggle with depression and I've been going through a very "down" phase lately. It's been hard for me to get up and do things, and it's been hard for me to eat, which obviously doesn't help my energy levels.

I only slept for maybe a couple of hours thanks to a certain movie I saw. Finally, around 6:30 this morning (about two hours ago, my time) I decided to get up and piddle around online to help clear my head.

Well, thanks to some other people that lived in our building, there's been a roach problem all summer. It got better for about a month or so, but when I came out to the living room this morning there were far too many hanging around for my tastes. I hate, fear, and loathe roaches more than I can say. I couldn't handle it and I freaked the hell out.

I am sick and tired of dealing with this. I really don't know if I CAN handle anymore of this. This plus some other problems I've been having is just too much. (Maybe I'll talk about the rest of it another time.) I feel like I'm trapped in my own personal hell and that there's no way out. I feel bad having to make my husband put up with this and I'm really terrified he might get sick of it and leave me or something, which I know is irrational but I'm not exactly thinking clearly lately.

Anyway, I just really need some prayer, and some help, and some peace.

[Midknight74012]

It is a little known fact that roaches like high places. If you put boric acid on TOP of your kitchen cabinets (not inside), if space allows between ceiling and cabinets, the roaches will take the boric acid to their nests, killing all of them. Boric acid is toxic by mouth - keep away from children and pets.
Diatomaceous earth is a safe alternative which can be sprinkled in areas where roaches congregate, especially hidden areas such a cabinet tops and behind appliances. Harmless to people, the tiny particles cut the waxy exoskeleton and kills the insect within 48 hours. For a week or so after the treatment, the dehydrating insects will search more actively for water. Therefore, do not be surprised if you see roaches more often after the treatment. Most roaches should be killed within two weeks of application. more info or to purchase
Catnip is a natural repellent to cockroaches. The active ingredient is nepetalactone, which is non-toxic to humans and pets. Small sachets of catnip can be left in areas of cockroach activity. Catnip can also be simmered in a small amount of water to make a "catnip tea" which can be used as a spray to apply around baseboards and behind counters. This natural repellent should only be used in homes without cats!
(A site visitor who has tried this sends the following comments)
Keep a spray bottle of soapy water on hand. Spraying roaches directly with soapy water will kill them.
In an empty one pound coffee can, place 1 or 2 pieces of bread which have been soaked thoroughly with beer. Place in areas known to have roach infestations.
Leave bay leaves, cucumber slices or garlic in the affected area as deterrents.
The fruit of the Osage orange tree, the hedgeapple, is a natural roach repellent. Leave one hedgeapple per room for effective deterrence up to two months. You can learn more about hedgeapples for pest control at hedgeapple.com.


This'll show'em

[Atria35]

The fruit of the Osage orange tree, the hedgeapple, is a natural roach repellent. Leave one hedgeapple per room for effective deterrence up to two months. You can learn more about hedgeapples for pest control at hedgeapple.com.

Osage oranges are also very good for keeping out spiders- they don't care for them either. Just remember to rotate the hedgeapples about once a day, so that it will dry out and not mold.

In any case- praying that the roach situation gets better!

[Furen]

Praying

[Hiryu]

I share your hatred with roaches.

If you've got a bit of money, and one day when you've got nothing to do, you can buy foggers to put in your house.

[Yuki-Anne]

I'll pray.

[goldenspines]

I'll be praying. *hugs*

All roaches need to go away and die. >.<;;

[Arya Raiin]

It is a little known fact that roaches like high places. If you put boric acid on TOP of your kitchen cabinets (not inside), if space allows between ceiling and cabinets, the roaches will take the boric acid to their nests, killing all of them. Boric acid is toxic by mouth - keep away from children and pets.
Diatomaceous earth is a safe alternative which can be sprinkled in areas where roaches congregate, especially hidden areas such a cabinet tops and behind appliances. Harmless to people, the tiny particles cut the waxy exoskeleton and kills the insect within 48 hours. For a week or so after the treatment, the dehydrating insects will search more actively for water. Therefore, do not be surprised if you see roaches more often after the treatment. Most roaches should be killed within two weeks of application. more info or to purchase
Catnip is a natural repellent to cockroaches. The active ingredient is nepetalactone, which is non-toxic to humans and pets. Small sachets of catnip can be left in areas of cockroach activity. Catnip can also be simmered in a small amount of water to make a "catnip tea" which can be used as a spray to apply around baseboards and behind counters. This natural repellent should only be used in homes without cats!
(A site visitor who has tried this sends the following comments)
Keep a spray bottle of soapy water on hand. Spraying roaches directly with soapy water will kill them.
In an empty one pound coffee can, place 1 or 2 pieces of bread which have been soaked thoroughly with beer. Place in areas known to have roach infestations.
Leave bay leaves, cucumber slices or garlic in the affected area as deterrents.
The fruit of the Osage orange tree, the hedgeapple, is a natural roach repellent. Leave one hedgeapple per room for effective deterrence up to two months. You can learn more about hedgeapples for pest control at hedgeapple.com.


This'll show'em

*applause*

I'll be praying. I also share a hatred for roaches... may they all be killed.

[Kunoichi]

Praying. I deal with both Shiro and its very, very difficult to live day in and day out with. Just know that while we may feel in hell, while it may feel unbearable, we gotta trust that God loves us. It is so so so hard to do that especially when we don't see a change in situations, don't feel Him, but that's the nature of faith and trust unfortunately. I'm in a different situation than you, and I am in a position of pain. Just remember that pain will not last forever. Praying and praying for you hun xxxxx

[MrKrillz0r]

Praying, I hope it all gets better!

[Jingo Jaden]

I will certainly pray for you.

[Beau Soir]

I prayed and will pray for you, I hope everything will get settled and that God will bring you peace.

[steenajack]

I'll be praying as well.

[Sheenar]

I'll be praying for you, friend.