One of the extras of living here is the nighttime protection given by mosquito nets. The nets come with round tops, like this one and large rectangular ones. The net is intended to be tucked under the mattress on 3 sides then tucked under the 4th side after one is inside.
For me, it is easier to let it rest on the sides of the bed and hang down on the side used to get in and out of bed. Some nets come with chemicals embedded to kill mosquitoes on contact. Mine are just plain ones. I don't like the idea of breathing in more chemicals than absolutely necessary.
In the morning, the net is pulled together and hung out of the way, as the bed often is used during the day as well. :) I did tell you once about my naps, didn't I?? One of the perks of retirement. :)
Good enough, nets aren't necessary all year long where I live. But when the “mossies” are out, it allows for restful sleep.
(This article was written about a month before I came down with malaria. Seems I had a few mosquitoes living inside the net with me as their food source!)
