They were stink bug eggs.
I was stunned. I keep a clean home. I vacuum regularly, wash my sheets often, and try to stay ahead of anything that might attract pests. But despite all that, there they were—in my bed, no less.
How Did They Get There?
After ruling out every possibility I could think of, I landed on one likely culprit—my dog. He’s a curious little thing, always sniffing around bushes during our walks. My best guess is that he brushed up against some stink bug-infested leaves and brought the eggs into the house without me noticing.
Maybe one of the bugs crawled onto his fur. Maybe the eggs clung to him. Whatever the path, they found their way into the one place that’s supposed to be my sanctuary.
Health Concerns and a Trip to the Doctor
The moment I figured out they were insect eggs, another worry took hold. What if I’d been bitten? What if these bugs carried bacteria, or worse?
I didn’t want to take any chances. I made a same-day appointment with my doctor. After a thorough check-up and some precautionary tests, I was given the all-clear. No bites, no infections, and thankfully, no long-term risks.
Still, the fear lingered. I couldn’t stop thinking about what could have happened if I hadn’t seen those eggs, or if I’d rolled over them in my sleep.
A Hard Lesson Learned
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