I am sure others will chime in but I don't think you local pet store did not do you or your snake any favors. There is no shame in making a mistake only in not correcting it. For example, I am guessing by looking at your desk that I could keep four to six adult ball python enclosures in the same amount of space (I use tubs). These snakes require and are "happy" in far less room than you may think. Please read the sticky husbandry threads on this board to get pointed in the right direction. A proper set up will most likely cost you far less than that one did.