I've always thought snakes were beautiful and fascinating creatures. I was also born in the year of the snake
I used to keep BP's in my mid 20's (the early 90's) because I thought it was cool but my knowledge of husbandry was almost non-existent. I still did OK with just a screened top tank, a water bowl, and a heat rock. I had one escapee that was never found and another that I had to rehome when I moved. Then it was all parties and wild times for a few years. Fast forward to Feb. 2013. My then 3 year old son wanted a blue lizard for his first pet. The family and I were at the craft store and there just happened to be a Petsmart next door. My son and I go over to look at the animals and search for the magical blue lizard. Of course the snakes are right next to the lizards and once my eyes caught hold of the stunning Cal King in the 10 gallon tank it was a wrap. It was easy convincing my son that the snake was a better choice than than the lizard but my girlfriend wasn't having it. We left the store and I wrestled with myself, and the little lady, for about 10 minutes in the parking lot before finally getting "permission" and taking the leap of faith. I can definitely say my life changed a bit for the better that day. I reignited a dormant passion and I haven't looked back since. I've added three more critters since then and I'm certain I'll keep snakes as long as I'm healthy enough to do so. They've added a lot of joy to my life and keeping them brings me a little more peace.
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