Ticks are parasitic spiders that get their food from the blood of mammals, birds, reptiles, and frogs, among other animals. Trees and bushes are good places for ticks to hang out, and they like to stick themselves to people and animals that brush against them.

Ticks and their young can spread a number of dangerous diseases. They can also sometimes cause allergens and anemia.

What is a Nymph?

Insect pests go through either easy or complex metamorphosis to finish their life cycle. In complex transformation, an insect changes from an egg to a larva (also called a caterpillar) to a pupa and finally to an adult.

When a bug hatches, it looks like a smaller version of its adult self. It then goes through a number of molts to become fully grown.

Ticks change into different species. They are called “larvae” when they hatch, but they don’t look like worms. They look like little ticks. They are about the size of a poppy seed and have six legs. They quickly try to connect themselves to any living thing that will give them blood. It takes them off and a change to turn into a nymph with eight legs once they are full. Nymphs are a bit smaller than adult ticks, but they still look like ticks and can spread disease.

If you find ticks in your home, you should carefully remove them and get rid of them the right way. If they keep coming back, you might want to call a professional pest control service.

Tom Selleck has had a long and very successful career in show business. The Magnum, P. I and Blue Bloods star is still passionate about his work – the next season of the successful drama series will actually air soon.

Selleck has played many demanding roles over the years. But the 77-year-old has a history of performing his own stunts – a point which has unfortunately come back to haunt him. 

Tom Selleck wasn’t sure that he wanted to be an actor growing up. Born January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, his family moved to California, where he grew up in the San Fernando Valley.

Tom Selleck – early life

Selleck dreamt about enrolling at the University of Southern California (USC), but his family couldn’t afford the cost of tuition.

In 1962, he graduated from Grant High School. After enrolling at Los Angeles Valley College, he decided to live at home with his parents to save money.

In his early days, it seemed more likely that Tom was to have a career in athletics instead of acting. He was an up-and-coming basketball player and dreamt about going pro. With that in mind, one can only imagine how happy he was after being awarded a basketball scholarship at the University of Southern California.

“I never did school plays. I had no interest,” Tom told AARP in 2015.

But playing basketball at a high college level was easier said than done. As reported by KSL, he scored just four points in seven games for the USC Trojans during the 1965-1966 season. The year after that, he was scoreless in three games.

An excerpt from USC’s school guide reads that Tom was an “agile and quick performer who adds depth on front line. Business administration major is good jumper with fine mobility. Rapidly improving shooter has impressed coaches with his hustle in practice. Needs to work on defense.”

But in the end, Tom simply couldn’t compete with his bigger, taller teammates.

“I was pretty good, but I wasn’t good enough,” Selleck recalled.

Tom Selleck – start of acting career

In the back of his mind, Selleck understood that basketball probably wasn’t going to be his future career. However, he had a backup plan, and took a side job to help pay his tuition. The aspiring student first landed a couple of gigs in television commercials and appeared on The Dating Game.

Looking back, it wasn’t his proudest moment, but it would affect this future more than he ever could’ve imagined.

“Humiliating and embarrassing,” he recalled of being on the dating show. “I lost. Twice. I wasn’t particularly funny or glib.”

Shortly after, though, Selleck was offered a spot on 20th Century Fox’s talent program. He started crafting his skills, but after two years, he took leave to do six months of active duty.

Upon returning, Selleck was dropped. But instead of giving up, he was confident that he would make it as an actor.

In the early 1970s, he landed smaller parts in many television series. Then, approaching his mid-30s, Selleck starred in six television pilots. Despite that, his big breakthrough didn’t arrive.

According to Tom himself, that was why many thought he was an overnight success when he landed the role of Thomas Magnum in Magnum, P. I.

Breakthrough on ‘Magnum P. I’

In reality, he had struggled and fought desperately hard.

“The luckiest thing that happened was that I didn’t get a real job until I was 35,” Selleck explained.

“When I was 25, I looked 35 but sounded 15. There are a lot of very good actors who make it as younger leading men but don’t graduate — because the audience won’t accept them as grown up.”

Magnum, P. I became a huge success. The crime drama television series aired between 1980 and 1988, and it brought Tom instant celebrity status. He was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series five years in a row – he finally won it in 1984.

For more than a decade, Selleck had struggled to make it as an actor, and he was close to giving up.

“I think if Magnum hadn’t worked out, I’d never have worked again in this business,” he admitted.

Tom reached cult status through Magnum, and his career ever since has been nothing short of an incredible success story. Other credits include films such as Three Men and a Baby and In & Out. He was also introduced to a new generation of fans when he starred as Monica Geller’s older boyfriend, Richard Burke, beginning in Season 2 of the hit comedy series Friends. 

In 2010, Selleck got the role of Frank Reagan on the drama series Blue Bloods, which opened a new and exciting chapter for the actor. The show has just been renewed for its 13th season, which will premiere this fall.

Tom Selleck’s struggles with back pain

According to Celebrity Net Worth, Selleck has a net worth of around $45 million.

In many films and series, actors have their own stunt-person. Often it can be a dangerous job, but for a small few, having someone else perform their stunts is simply out of the question.

Selleck’s done most of his stunts himself in the past, but that has come at a cost. He says his body is not what it used to be.

“My back’s kind of messed up,” Selleck shared.

“When you do stunts in movies—I do a lot of them—you’re taking a risk, but you’re also sitting around a lot. So you might do a fight scene, and then you sit in your chair, and it’s not like you have a personal trainer saying, “Okay, we’re ready to go, but Tom needs ten minutes of stretching and warm-up.”

“And I think the price,” he added, “I see it with peers, I talk to them sometimes. You just see the price of all those stunts. They weren’t that hard, but I think it’s the stop-and-go of all that stuff.”

Selleck once revealed that he doesn’t like going to the gym, though he’s trying to keep fit by working at the family ranch in Ventura, California.

“I have a 63-acre ranch, and I do not all, but a lot of, the grunt work. Clearing brush, planting trees. We’ve got about a hundred ancient oaks I planted. I’ve probably planted a thousand trees myself.”

Tom Selleck – wife, marriage, daughter Hannah

It goes without saying that Tom’s career is one to admire. But another thing to celebrate is his loyalty to his wife, Jillie Mack. While many celebrity marriages come and go, the pair have been happily married for 35 years.

In an interview with Closer Weekly, Selleck recalled the first time he met Jillie Mack at a performance of the musical Cats, in which Mack was starring. It was the 1980s, after Selleck’s decade-long marriage to model Jacqueline Ray ended.

While Selleck says he’s not as smooth with the ladies as his on-screen counterparts, he approached his future wife backstage, though she was the one who made the first move.

“She had to go on [stage]. I was hemming and hawing, and she finally asked, ‘Do you want to meet for a cocktail?’” Selleck recalled.

The date apparently went well, and Selleck and Mack were married in 1987 in a private ceremony. One year after their wedding, their daughter Hannah was born.

Ever since, Selleck has put his family ahead of stardom and has tried to keep his personal life out of the Hollywood spotlight.

“I quit Magnum to have a family”

In fact, he even let his acting career take a back seat to ensure he had adequate time to spend with his wife and beloved daughter.

“I quit Magnum to have a family,” Tom Selleck told People in 2012.

“It took a long time to get off the train, but I try very hard to have balance, and this ranch has helped me do that.”

“We both thought it was the best environment for Hannah to grow up,” Jillie Mack added.

Tom – a great fan of nature and the outdoors – was keen on sharing his passion with his daughter. Soon enough, he’d passed it on to her!

Tom and his wife Jillie live on the 65-acre ranch in Ventura, and it was there Hannah was brought up. Both father and daughter share a passion for horses; later on, the two had a side business breeding horses. Hannah moved on to pursue riding professionally, and boy, did she do well.

Over the years, she’s qualified for several grand Prix level competitions, collecting several medals.

Hannah Selleck finished top-five in St. Moritz, Switzerland; Belgium; the Netherlands; and the Canadian Pacific Grand Prix at the 2015 Longines Masters of Los Angeles.

Passion for horses

Unfortunately, Selleck shattered her tibia and fibula in a 2018 incident. As a result, she was told that she might not even be able to run again – but luckily, that wasn’t the case.

Later, she translated her passion for horses into a highly successful breeding and training operation named Descanso Farm. Hopefully, she and father Tom will be able to keep their passion for horses intact for many years.

Tom Selleck will always have a special place in our hearts, and we wish him and his family good health and prosperity for many years to come.,

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Ah, the memories of days gone by. Do you recall those lovable wooden dolls that used to adorn your grandma’s clothesline? They were called dolly pegs, and they possessed a certain allure that is difficult to resist. In this article, let’s take a trip down memory lane and explore why these petite wooden companions still hold a special place in our hearts, even in the 21st century.

Dolly pegs are the adorable wooden clothespins that resembled miniature people. They had a head, a body, and a pair of tiny wooden arms. However, they were more than just laundry accessories in their time – they were a form of do-it-yourself art and a wellspring of boundless creativity.

Do you ever find yourself reminiscing about the good old days? Well, that is precisely why we are discussing dolly pegs now. These wooden dolls harken back to sunny afternoons spent playing in the backyard and helping out with chores. Remember giving them amusing names and creating epic adventures? Those were truly wonderful times, weren’t they?

Prince Harry is reportedly devastated upon learning that his older brother, Prince William, has been named Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Air Corps, a title previously held by Harry. The announcement, made by Buckingham Palace, has left Harry deeply affected, according to royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams.

Fitzwilliams stated, “King Charles’ announcement that Prince Harry is being stripped of his role as Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Corps is a real kick in the teeth for the son who always felt marginalized.”

The transfer of the title to Prince William, whom Harry reportedly sees as a source of his struggles, has left him emotional. Fitzwilliams added, “Harry needs to realize that when you betray the family, you don’t just escape the things you hated doing as a working royal. You also lose the things you loved.”

The iconic performer’s audacious leap of faith will go down in entertainment history books.

All eyes were on the star in the limelight as the stage was prepared and the audience buzzed with excitement.

The superstar decided to share the spotlight with a naive, innocent little girl, and it was worth it!

The superstar reached out a welcoming hand to the young prodigy, whose pure charisma was ready to electrify the whole stadium, and a smile spread across their face as they did so.

With a mix of anticipation and anxiety, the girl cautiously made her way to the center of the stage, where soft applause shut the audience’s whispers.

Standing there for a split second, the young girl took in the bizarre reality of the scenario, microphone in hand.

The celebrity, seeing promise in this modest ability, filled the room with a feeling of unity. The superstar then encouraged the girl to show the world her talent.

All of the hearts in the room were surprised by her voice—her purity and its force. Beaming with delight, the superstar observed as the small child turned the stage into a magical playground.

A symphony of adoration resounded throughout the venue as the once-mute whispers rose to a crescendo of resounding ovation.

The girl’s voice was a surprising emotional power that shocked the crowd and kept their undivided attention. With every second, the small superstar not only met but surpassed every expectation, as each lyric she sung echoed through the hall.

Unexpectedly, the superstars found themselves sharing the limelight not merely as a gesture of kindness but also to recognize a rising star who had recently made her grand entrance into the world of show showbiz.

The audience’s reaction to the sudden display of genius was so moving that the applause eventually rose to a standing ovation.

A young girl, escorted by the famous star, brought the house down in the span of a few minutes, touching the lives of all who were there to hear it.

The remarkable impact of a superstar’s decision to share their stage with an aspiring performer, regardless of their age, was on full display, demonstrating the power of talent to change lives and the beauty of the moment.

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Casey, an American, embarked on a remarkable weight loss journey with the assistance of a popular TV show, shedding a staggering 200 pounds.

However, the excitement of this achievement soon gave way to a fresh set of challenges as he beheld his reflection in the mirror post-weight loss. The transformation had been so profound that it left Casey in a state of shock. His facial features had become more pronounced, and his skin now displayed noticeable signs of sagging due to the significant weight loss.

Yet, despite the unexpected physical changes and new hurdles that Casey now faced, he remained deeply grateful for the improved state of his health and the success of his weight loss journey.

His determination, however, didn’t stop at shedding the excess pounds; he was determined to undergo plastic surgery to address the cosmetic aspects of his transformation, aiming to restore his appearance to a more familiar and comfortable state.

The reactions to Casey’s transformation were diverse and reflective of the internet’s candid nature. Some questioned the motivations behind his drastic change, while others applauded his tremendous achievement, stating that he had done an excellent job.

However, there were also those who suggested that perhaps he should have halted the weight loss process earlier to avoid the physical alterations that had taken place.

In the midst of these varied responses, there was a strong undercurrent of support and encouragement for Casey. Many regarded him as a hero for taking control of his health and transforming his life through weight loss. Some even expressed their own aspirations to embark on similar weight loss journeys.

The comments section under Casey’s photo became a platform where internet users conveyed their admiration for his determination and acknowledged that, through his transformation, he had become a beacon of hope for those facing similar challenges.

Prince William has a new title, and it’s sure to raise some eyebrows.

Earlier this week, King Charles III announced his eldest son would be named the Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Air Corps, even though it was Prince Harry who served with the unit in Afghanistan.

The Independent reports that had Harry not stepped down from his royal duties, the role, which his father held for the past 31 years, would have gone to him.

While both William and Harry are trained military pilots, it was Harry who served in the Army Air Corps during his second tour in Afghanistan.

William was not involved in active combat during his time in the military, however he did serve as a search and rescue pilot and later as an air ambulance pilot.

“His Majesty the King will officially hand over the role of Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Air Corps to His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. In August 2023, following His Majesty’s Accession, the King was pleased to announce military appointments including that the Prince of Wales would become Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Air Corps. The role was previously held by His Majesty the King, as Prince of Wales, for 31 years,” Kensington Palace said in a statement.

The announcement came the same day Harry arrived in the UK to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.

After much speculation, a spokesperson for the duke confirmed Harry wouldn’t be meeting with his father due to the king’s “full programme.”

“The duke, of course, is understanding of his father’s diary of commitments and various other priorities and hopes to see him soon.”

The last time the two saw each other was in February when Harry rushed to the UK to be by his father’s side for a reported 45 minutes after learning of King Charles’ cancer diagnosis.

Do you think the role would have gone to Harry had he not stepped down? Let us know what you think in the comments.

In bygone times, there existed a tremendous fascination surrounding the life story of a woman burdened by a staggering 500-pound weight. Tragically, her name was tied to a harrowing incident where, in a twist of fate, she accidentally fell upon her nephew, leading to his untimely demise.

She held the dubious distinction of being recognized as the heaviest person in the world, but the weight of this title did not bring her any semblance of happiness. The event, a profound tragedy in her life, cast a long and haunting shadow over her and her entire family.

However, as the narrative unfolded, it was revealed that Myra, the subject of this extraordinary story, was not culpable for the tragedy that had occurred.

In a selfless act, she had woven a web of falsehoods to shield her sister from the consequences of the incident. Ultimately, justice prevailed, and Myra was acquitted, while her sister had to face legal repercussions. Yet, by this point, the story had already captivated the world, becoming an international headline and the focus of immense public curiosity.

Her story serves as a reminder that, in the face of adversity, the power of perseverance and the support of loved ones can lead to incredible personal transformations.

If you found this story as awe-inspiring as we did, we encourage you to share it with your friends so that it may inspire others with its powerful message of determination and triumph.

When a trusted babysitter’s decision during a routine day sparks a heated family argument, a bewildered father turns to Reddit for clarity. The man had returned home early, only to walk into a scene of chaos. He saw his wife furiously yelling at their teenage babysitter, driving her to tears. After learning why, he defended the teen, putting their marriage at risk.

On a day that began like any other, a father was thrust into the midst of a sudden family crisis, triggered by a decision made by their teenage babysitter, Daisy.

In search of clarity and guidance, he turned to Reddit after coming home to a highly charged scene: his wife was in a heated argument with Daisy, who was distraught and in tears, while their children were visibly upset by the commotion.

This predicament led him to support Daisy, causing a rift between him and his wife over how the situation was handled. The incident exposed underlying tensions and challenged the family’s usual harmony, prompting the father to seek advice on navigating the complexities of responsibility, trust, and conflict resolution within the family dynamics.

The man revealed that he and his wife had a 16-year-old babysitter named Daisy who had been helping out their family for years.

The young girl had been babysitting the couple’s daughter and two sons since their oldest was just a baby. She would assist the children’s grandmother in caring for the kids, and the couple would pay her a few dollars for her help.

At 16, she had already formed a significant bond with the two older children, who visibly loved her. The youngest, at 7 months old, also seemed relatively happy with Daisy, according to the father.

Daisy’s transition from an auxiliary helper to the main babysitter marked a significant shift in her responsibilities and the family’s reliance on her capabilities.

The incident occurred on a Friday, a day when the usual routine was altered due to the children’s daycare being closed for renovations. Daisy offered to babysit the kids from 3:30 to 6:00 pm, taking over from their grandmother who would be caring for them earlier.

That day, the man, who usually got home from work at six, found himself heading home earlier and arrived at half past five. But what greeted him upon his return was a scene of unexpected turmoil.

Upon entering his home, he was met with his wife’s loud and angry voice, Daisy’s tearful apologies, and the distant sound of their children crying. The atmosphere was charged with tension, confusion, and distress — far from the peaceful homecoming he had anticipated.

He later learned that a 911 call had been made…

The man, curious about what the commotion was about, asked his wife what was going on, and she accused Daisy of wasting their money.

To make matters worse for Daisy, the wife threatened to call the police and denied the young babysitter her day’s wages. She ordered the teen to leave the house and never come back.

Distraught, Daisy rushed out of the house in tears, while the man left his wife to cool off. He rushed to his children, who were crying in another room, and he tried to comfort them.

“I think Daisy did the right thing but my wife doesn’t.”
The man was still clueless about what caused the confrontation. He later learned that a 911 call had been made. His wife filled him in with the details.

Central to the day’s chaos was a 911 call made by Daisy. The youngest child had a history of breath-holding spells. He had a peculiar habit of holding his breath during bouts of pain or frustration, sometimes leading to fainting.

These spells, while alarming, were not unfamiliar to the family; they knew that gentle intervention or simply waiting a few moments would resolve the issue. Typically, the baby would recover quickly, or a gentle blow on his face would help him resume breathing normally. In severe instances, he would faint or his skin would turn blue, but he would regain consciousness within a few seconds.

Unfortunately, this critical piece of information had not been communicated to Daisy, leaving her unprepared when the frightening situation happened under her watch.

In a state of panic and with the child’s well-being as her top priority, Daisy called 911. This decision, made out of concern and a lack of knowledge about the child’s condition, sparked the subsequent confrontation. The mother viewed the call as unnecessary and financially burdensome, given the costs associated with emergency medical services.

The father’s discovery of the reason behind the conflict led to a divergence in perspectives between him and his wife. “I think Daisy did the right thing but my wife doesn’t,” the man penned on Reddit, empathizing with Daisy’s predicament and supporting her decision to err on the side of caution, given the circumstances. In contrast, his wife’s reaction was driven by frustration over the perceived overreaction and its implications.

Their disagreement escalated into a heated argument, with both parties expressing hurtful sentiments. The immediate outcome was a temporary separation, with the wife choosing to stay with her mother to reflect on her husband’s priorities concerning their relationship. This physical and emotional distance between them highlighted the depth of the rift the incident had caused.

After the father shared his story, the Reddit community rallied to offer their perspectives, advice, and judgments. The responses were varied, but a clear consensus emerged, showing that most readers condemned the wife’s actions towards the babysitter, who was completely blameless.

“Your wife is truly, truly awful and I hope you’re having her read these responses,” one reader commented, while another queried, “Is she often like this? The level of cruelty and verbal abuse towards a 16-year-old who only acted in your child’s best interests is terrifying. I’d be worried for your children too.”

Many highlighted that Daisy’s reaction stemmed from her lack of knowledge about the baby’s history of breath-holding. One reader noted, “How could Daisy know what to do and what was happening if nobody told her? She’s completely innocent in this[?] OP is NTA and the wife is horrible.” Echoing this sentiment, another added, “Better safe than sorry. Without information, Daisy did the only right thing she could do. She called 911.”

A person also criticized the mother’s priorities, remarking, “OMG THIS….this is your child and you are worried about the cost of an ambulance?”

The majority concurred that Daisy’s dismissal was unjustified. A reader stated, “Daisy is owed an apology, her full pay, and a good reference for her next babysitting gig.” In agreement, someone else mentioned, “Agreed. Unfortunately, since Daisy seems to have good judgment, she’ll never be sitting for OP again.”

The father’s choice to share his story on Reddit was not merely a quest for validation or advice but a reflection of his need to understand the situation from multiple perspectives. His narrative opens up broader discussions on the responsibilities of babysitters, the importance of clear communication, and how to navigate emergency situations involving children.

Moreover, it underscores the importance of trust — both in the babysitter’s judgment and in the parental partnership to support each other through challenging times. The story also touches on the emotional and practical challenges of managing family crises, the impact of stress on relationships, and the process of reconciliation.