Creepy Fun (by Megan)

Yesterday I mourned the fact that I didn't have my camera. The kids had been counting the days until our town's "Old Home Day," and we promised to bring them to a couple of the events. The heat and humidity were oppressive, so we opted out of the pony rides. We did check out the "Reptiles on the Move" exhibit. I didn't expect a whole lot from this - maybe a couple of locals showing off their pets. Boy was I in for a surprise...

This was the most incredible, hands-on science event my kids or I have ever experienced! They passed around close to a dozen snakes for the kids to hold and examine - a python, a ball snake, a milk snake, a rat snake, a king snake... Then came the alligators!! I was thankful that their mouths were tied shut. The kids played on the grass with several turtles and learned how to safely handle them. For the grand finale, they introduced their boa constrictor. This is where you must close your eyes and imagine that massive, formidable creature wrapped around my kids' shoulders, squeezing them into a great big, snakey hug. It was incredible!

I told Sis that, growing up with 2 brothers, I didn't have the option of fearing creepy crawly things. I only wish that Uncle Matt and Adam could have shared in the unique experience...