You might want to indicate what area you're in, to hopefully find someone closer to you that's able to adopt...otherwise, shipping by air is daunting & best avoided.
It does sound like the wrong pet for you, especially at this time. Don't beat yourself up...ball pythons can be frustrating pets...it's too bad you chose one for your first
snake, as they can be difficult to feed & care for no matter what, but it's worse when your schedule of school & work leaves you that much more stressed.
Many snakes (like corn snakes, for example) are very nice pets for busy people...easier to keep & feed, & not inclined to bite. I'm mostly a colubrid person myself, but
I've had "my share" of ball pythons in the past. I like all kinds of animals actually, but especially snakes; just remember, there are many kinds but not every kind is right
for every owner. I know you feel discouraged & I agree that feeding live is dangerous for the snake, plus it's tricky to change some BPs to take f/t. Again, something
like a corn snake takes f/t easily, but a break from all pets is a good idea. You aren't the only one to find yourself in over your head with a mismatched pet.
