as stated many times above the "cuddling" isnt a hi i like you lets snuggle thing. its a move mofo i want you spot thing. i have been keeping reptiles for right at 15 yrs and i would NEVER house two snakes together for any other reason that for them to breed. if your friends or anyone else is telling you it is ok they are simply ignorant. but like stated before it seem like you have your mind already made up so good luck with what ever decision you do make.