From what I hear from you, I don't think a ball python is the snake for you. Too much handling can make your snake stressed out and ball pythons are not good 'chilling' snakes. They like to be left alone to hide out in their cozy secure enclosures. I would suggest getting a corn snake or some other species that can handle the 60gal with less stress, and can be handled more with less stress. You also mentioned being worried about feeding problems. Both the larger tank and the frequent handling can stress the snake out and that is what WILL give you feeding problems.