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So, you think putting a huge spider under your title is going to get you more readers? I think it's genius. They'll be eager to find out if Adelia survived the night. Let's keep 'em in suspense. If you don't hear from me by morning, my will is in my briefcase.

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Adelia Ritchie, PhD

Author of "The Accidental Expat: A Costa Rican Adventure", science lover, contributing editor at SalishMagazine.org, expat, seeking the interesting and unusual