By being restricted in their movements to one spot – their web – it’s clear spiders need some deterrent to keep us away. And what better way to do that than to look as creepy as possible.

As for your friend’s blog, that’s quite a spider she caught on camera. I’m sure that’s one spider you wouldn’t want to find in your backyard.

Thanks again for sharing your thoughts. And I’m glad to hear you are enjoying reading my blog.

I have a friend who loves spiders… http://carolom.wordpress.com/category/spiderwoman/

Always a pleasure reading your blog. : )

Obviously, those who suffer from arachnophobia have a bigger hill to climb in how spiders are perceived and the subsequent relationships with these creatures. However, for the majority of us who are affected more by the instinctive fear toward spiders, our aversion toward these animals is worth a re-examination.

Imagine, for example, if we could make spiders look more like cute, furry creatures, how could they protect themselves from predators and other dangers like humans? Unlike skunks that have a potent odour to keep others at bay, all spiders have is their grotesque appearance. Take that away and well, there’s very little left to fear. At the same time, though, there’s still much for us to be grateful for in how they help maintain a balance in our ecosystems.

Thanks Angelina for stopping by and sharing your thoughts. Hopefully, those spiders in your yard won’t stir up your phobias too much this summer season so you can enjoy the weather – when it co-operates that is.

It is innate and a deep rooted feeling. However, since I’ve moved to the country I don’t do the freaky dance every time I see one as often. And if I see more than two in one day, I don’t threaten to pack my bags and head to a hotel like I used to. I can, allow them to live peacefully around me as long as they stay on their side of the sidewalk.