Thanks for the comments, all.

It's funny, I got her yesterday, and I'm just now noticing the pattern. I had realized it was reduced, but didn't realize it was so banded! haha, I've been so concerned with how horrible off she is that I never even looked at the pattern. I'll definitely keep you updated on how she's doing.

So right after I got her and checked her out (you'll love this one) I called the lady to complain. I asked her if she'd give my money back if the snake dies, because she's so decimated. She said, "oh, of course. I told your sister she probably needs to eat soon, cause she refused her last meal (a mouse) 4 weeks ago. I think she refused it because she is molting." WHAT?!

Then she has the audacity to tell me, "I'm glad she has found a good home. My kids were supposed to be taking care of her, and it always fell on me! We just love her, but the kids aren't taking enough responsibility for it. She's really been a great snake and a great eater. We really do love her."

Ha! As if!

Then I told her (I hadn't weighed her yet) that an 8 year old BP ought to weigh about 5-7 lbs., and that I would be surprised if she was even 1 pound. To which she replied, "Oh, I'm sure she's more than a pound. We had her out all day, cause we knew she was leaving. I had her on my arm, and I'm pretty sure she's heavier than that." Yeah right! 430 grams is under 1 lb.!!!!!

Anyway, again, thanks for the hopes and comments. Hopefully time and care will get this girl healthy.

It's hard not to want to feed her every other day until she looks fatter, but I don't think her system will take it. Slowly, but surely, she'll do better, I hope.