Time to make myself known...

Hello all you like-minded herp-lovers out there! I have lurked this forum for months, ever since I decided to dive into this little "hobby." My name is Solomon, and I turned 30 last year, so around New Year's, I decided I needed a new hobby/pet to keep me more level-headed (my 20's were a bit, um, "extreme"). Tons of research later, I determined that a BP would be the perfect companion, being that my landlord won't allow dogs & cats without a fee. Little did I know that I would fall head-over-heels for these amazing animals. In late January, I was lucky enough to "rescue" a very healthy, unsexed normal from a soldier on craigslist who was headed overseas. By lucky, I mean I wouldn't do it again, knowing what I know now. Everyone here has been so helpful and informative to the lurkers like me, and before long I had the perfect setup for my little dude, affectionately named Harlan. Of course the setup has evolved a bit, and now that I'm firmly entrenched in this hobby and plan on more snakes, I've just purchased a permanent home for my buddy. An Animal Plastics T-8 is being shipped to me sometime next week! I couldn't be more excited to provide Harlan with a spacious forever-home with all of its needs met. Glass tanks just don't cut it, from what I've now learned. Too many variables in temps & humidity for my liking. I will post plenty of pictures in the days ahead, and I plan on being a more regular contributor to this great forum. Until then, I just figured it was certainly time to say HELLO! Thanks for your collective intelligence, it is truly invaluable.

-Solomon

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Sweet stuff. I'm a semi-serious lurker. I have to make a point to post in threads (have to be known when I start breeding). I got into snakes when I was coming home from a deployment a couple of years ago.

Oh, don't forget to post some pictures of Harlan.

Welcome to the forums officially :)

It is a truly addicting and great hobby to be a part of IMO.

Welcome!

Welcome!

Welcome to BP.net!

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome!
Here is one of my favorite pics of Harlan so far...

http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/a...y/IMAG0173.jpg

Welcome to bp.net and the ball python addiction. Your little guy(or girl) is a nice looking one!

Welcome..


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Welcome and good job on the caging. I agree with your views on glass tanks for cages. While most people (myself included) started out using aquariums for their snakes, they're really not the best choice. Aquariums were designed for fish, not reptiles. Looks like you've got yours set up quite nicely and that's a healthy looking snake.

Welcome aboard! Harlan looks like a good eater!

Welcome to the world of BP lovers! I am also new here. Got my 2 years old BP bought from my friend. At first I am quite hesitant on having this kind of pet but seeking this exotic creature leaves me amazed!

Hello Solomon, and :welcome: to BP.net...

Hello Solomon! Welcome to the forum/hobby :) I see you're in WA state - If you're ever need any help, let me know. I'm Olympia, and wouldn't mind getting to know some more locals that are as into this hobby as I am :)

Welcome to BP.net!

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Originally Posted by Anatopism

Hello Solomon! Welcome to the forum/hobby :) I see you're in WA state - If you're ever need any help, let me know. I'm Olympia, and wouldn't mind getting to know some more locals that are as into this hobby as I am :)

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I was just about to inquire as to about where he might be in Wa.... :gj:

Welcome to bp.net and nice boy you have there! And also welcome from another breeder in WA! I'm up by Bellingham myself.

Welcome to BP.net! :welcome: That is one good looking snake you've got there. :) Congrats on finding such a healthy little guy and welcome to the addiction! ;)

Very good looking little guy you have there!:gj:
And :welcome: to BP.net!

Wow, thanks again for all the kind words. I live in Puyallup right now, born & raised in the 253. I'm in Olympia often, since my brother runs sound at one of the downtown bars. Washington is such an amazing state, even better now that I know there's some fellow BP breeders nearby. I'd love to own a Kingpin or a Super Cinnamon someday. Can't wait for my T-8 to show up so I can have the space for a new addition at some point.

My little Harlan is a photogenic duder. Here's another glamour shot:
http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/a...y/IMAG0128.jpg

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Welcome to BP.net! Good lookin guy/gal you got there