Why do bugs keep flying in my mouth?

Only recently have I had this problem. Twice in the last month, bugs have flown in my mouth while I have been entertaining visitors to the alpaca farm. Most recently, I was with a friend, and the bug was big. So I just swiped my hand through my mouth, removed the bug, and said, “Yuck! A bug was in my mouth.” Gross, but I survived.

The first time, however, was a different story. Picture it: National Alpaca Farm Day. Open House. People milling around, learning about alpacas. Me, floating around, talking with people, sharing the joy of alpacas. la, la, la. Then I see a couple who have visited me before. This time they have brought other family members. They are really interested in the alpaca business. As I chat with them, intelligently discussing the unique and divine benefits of being an alpaca farmer – a bug flies into my mouth. Make that throat. I am stunned. I want to choke. It’s wings are tickling my throat. My throat is dry and I cannot quite swallow it. But it’s too far back to spit it out. I smile, and continue to converse with the lovely visitors, as though there is not an insect fluttering around in my throat trying to escape.

Finally, I clear my throat a couple of times, and…swallow. My visitors are none the wiser. I wonder how I became this person. And I like to think Jeff Probst would be proud.

October 21st, 2008 | Category: Alpacas | Subscribe to comments | Leave a comment | Trackback URL