She is lovely, Jo. Its unreal to us to think that our Sammy could get as big as Tequila. I know what you mean though about holding a big snake. I was overwhelmed the first time I actually held Sam, it was amazing. She was more active, less shy, faster moving, and much heavier than any of our other babies, she explored for a bit and then settled down with most of her coiled next to me and her head on my stomach.
I loved it, so I know how you feel!!!!