In some countries, crickets are considered good luck. Because of their ability to reproduce prolifically, they are a symbol of abundance and prosperity. In these cultures, finding a cricket in your home is an auspicious sign, thought to be a harbinger of good fortune.
In most of the United States though, these chirping orthopterans are just another annoying and destructive pest. This is especially true in autumn, when crickets (like other bugs) find their way into your home while seeking a comfortable place to spend the winter.
Halloween is upon us, and with it comes an affinity for all things creepy… and creepy crawly. In addition to 
Playing in a pile of autumn leaves is a core childhood memory. We all remember crisp, cool weekends spent raking leaves and jumping into the ever-shifting heap of reds, yellows, and golds.
