For a number of years now our children have referred to their mother as 'Sporty Mum'. The real reason for this naming has been lost in the mists of time. Some say it was for her feats on the basketball court while others refer to the rather unfortunate venture into the world of cycling. You will have to refer to our daughters for their version of the naming.
If you have been following our blog you would remember that for 'Sporty Mum' mosquitoes have been a real problem. She has been fighting this menace the only way she knows how - with her bare hands. The result of this has been that while sitting watching a DVD with her at night the verocity of the clapping makes you believe you are at a charismatic church service.
Yesterday while talking to a friend we were alerted to what is known as the 'Mosquito Bat'. We immediately proceeded to our friendly 'hardware' shop. Of course he stocked them. So for the amazing price of $4.50 we are now the proud owners of a genuine Indian Mosquito Bat.
It has a built-in pop out connection that plugs directly into the power point for charging then it is up to you. Forehand, backhand, overhead smash - Sporty Mum has all the moves.
The best part is when contact is made there is a loud zapping sound and a blue flash which is quite spectacular - result: vapourised mosquito!
My favourite game at the moment is to turn the lights out and swing wildly and be amazed at the light and sound show. Sporty Mum prefers the traditional game - eye on the mosquito, the swing concentrating on correct foot placement, and follow through.
It is safe for small children and a heck of a lot of fun for the whole family.
The acquisition of the genuine Indian Mosquito bat raises a number of important questions
ReplyDelete1. Is it available as part of the Wii fit program so that even if we dont have the mosquitoes we can still have the health benefits of the said bat?
2. Could it be the replacement trophy for the Lowood Classic to be renamed the Chennei Classic? It would have the added advantage of reducing Dengue Fever in Nth Qld.
Love Bruce and Heather
Can I have one please?
ReplyDeleteWho would want to play badminton ... tennis ... squash ... totem tennis ... when one could reach the heights of sporting excellence (and mozzie misery) with a mosquito bat.
Does this mean on your return, Lynn, you'll need to breed plenty of mosquitoes, so you can maintain the forehand, the backhand, the lob, the serve and the overhead smash?
David
MacGregor
Sporty Mum: ˈspɔrti mʌm : a mother who wears running shoes with every outfit, in the expectation of breaking into physical activity at any moment.
ReplyDeleteOh please, please bring it home! Just imagine nights on the patio at Chermside putting on a light show!!! Yes please, bring it home. Sporty mum can join gran here and we'll do fine!
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Heather
Will it work on larger vermin like deer flies? Can you set up shop and ship them to us if so? You guys are having way to much fun :)
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