I must agree with Jersey Girl - gross, gross, gross

However, I find that the ever present dock spider(s) is/are like a roadside car crash. You really don't want to look at it as it scurries around the dock, but yet feel strangely compelled...
I am forever grateful to my husband who is an excellent shot with his shoe. He has taken to the "hunt" with great humor to alleviate my fears and heebee geebees. He also keeps a running count each summer of his "hits". Yep, living on an island will certainly change your sense of humor.