Yellow jackets are brutal. Some years ago, we were doing some cleanup around the yard before winter set in, and I unknowingly disturbed a nest in some landscaping timbers. I had dozens of those suckers actually chase me, and was stung numerous times on my leg (I had shorts on). The next morning it was off to the doctor for a shot, since my leg was horribly swollen. I learned my lesson about walking barefoot in the grass too, since previous to that incident, I got stung by stepping on one - all too often. And I now watch the railing on the porch before I put my hand on it, after a wasp got me when I plunked my hand down on the railing that he was occupying!.

Feel better, Karen. I know that itching lasts a long time. Oh - put some toothpaste on it - that helps calm the itch. Make sure it's something like Crest paste - not a gel.