“A Little Common Sense” with Molly Miracle

Keeping flies* out by closing windows

With fly season upon us any of my readers have asked me how I maintain such a beautiful, obsessive- compulsive fly-free domicile. Well it’s easy if you just follow the basic instructions taped or stenciled on the bottom of your Federal ID Number.

Flies, like humans are attracted to food. Therefore it makes sense to cut off their access to the loot or their primeval passing zones, which often materialize as doors and windows. Many people use screens or other protective devices. Others simply close the openings or obstructions.

Flies and other insects operate on instinct. Their behavior is swiftly manifested on daily survival that could land right on top of your potato salad or fresh-baked cherry pie. Show them that a rational being can outwit them by the employment of simple reason.

*and most other insects