Tomato Worms

I was gone from 10:30 am - 4:00 pm today. I could not believe my eyes when I walked past my 5' tomato vines. They were 4' and most of the top leaves were gone, vanished. Then I saw him, a giant green worm that really blended well on a vine. Same color! The only reason I spotted him was, he was the only thing left on the top vine. YUCK!! I am usually not squeamish but this thing was a monster worm. I quickly got my clippers and cut the stem down to where he was and dumped him on the ground. When there is one there are usually two. Bad things always come in twos or threes for me. Well. I found four of those monsters. I also saw two little cotton balls and saw small worms in the little nest. I took them out.

When I looked down on the cement they were not bothered a bit, they were still chewing away. I was not a happy camper and quickly stomped on them. BIG BIG mistake. I now have to get out the hose and wash down the side of my house which was at least 4' away. I have to wash off my shoes before I can move anywhere. What a mess. Next time I see them I will put them in my favorite butter container filled with soapy water and let them die clean and take out my frustration on something else. At least they had a good last meal.

I learned very quickly!