I'm a "mom" with reptiles and also from Michigan. I have 6 bp's and 1 milksnake. I can honestly say that none of my friends share my interest in snakes - they all think I am crazy - lol
Since you are also from MI - do you attend the local Taylor Reptile Show?? I try to go every month. I enjoy just looking at all the different reptiles. My boys go with me sometimes also - its hard to find things to do that we all enjoy now that my boys are grown but reptiles is something we all agree on.