Trust me, I am one of the "pet" people. We are about to get our third snake, who I believe to be my "snakie soulmate," if one can have such a connection. I just don't buy the tail wagging. I posted somewhere else about snakes knowing our moods through scent of hormones, blood pressure, respiration rate, heart rate, etc. Many disagreed with me. But I still appreciate the devil's advocate, even in myself.
BTW, I think this thread took a dive on the mud slinging. WE are capable of love, so let's show more of it to each other.
Edit: P.S. I voted "yes" and am darn proud of it!