Screens

In theory, screens are supposed to keep things out of the house.  However, since we didn't have electricity/fans yet, we needed to get as much air flowing through the house which meant leaving the door open.  Also, with people (and us) working on the house, the door was pretty much constantly open.

 

I don't think the living things around here know quite what to do with windows and screens.  At our house right now, things get in, but can't get out.  Most "windows" around here are just bars, with no glass.



 

 

Miguel Angel showing Sofi the bird he caught in the house while painting, before letting it go.

 



 

 

This is another guy that I find often in the house, going around and around the window trying to get out.  Around here they call it a "Cuija" (KWEE-ha).  It's skin is almost clear, allowing you to see it's veins.  It also makes a really loud kissing sound... or the sound you make when you suck your tongue against the roof of your mouth to coax an animal to come to you.  It is so strange, it makes me laugh whenever I hear it.

 

Of course, my first questions is "Does it bite?" and "Is it poisonous?" Many people kill them, because they crawl on the ceiling and "if they fall into your food on the stove, it will make you sick."  Well, I cover my food on the stove anyways to save gas, so I guess I am safe.  They eat insects, spiders, and even scorpions.  That's all I needed to hear! Little white guy, you are welcome to stay!