I got the same thing from people on my facebook when I just got my first ball python a month or so ago. I've wanted a snake for at least 10 years and my mom would never let me...she was scared it would get out and kill our cats or our small 9 pound dog haha So I waited about a year after I moved out and decided it was time for me to get my first ball python!

The worst I got was actually at work...the older people I work with think I am insane. They think its disgusting and have no problem telling me that. I just dont get it really...I think snakes are just very misunderstood.

You're true friends will be happy for you and your pet choice.