Finding unexpected creatures in our surroundings can be quite scary, even more so when it’s a vеnоmous snake! Just ask one mother who had a nerve-wracking encounter in her own backyard during her daughter’s seventh-grade graduation.
While trying to capture a cherished moment with her daughter sitting near a tree, she noticed something chilling in the picture. A snake had emerged from the tree just as her daughter flashed a smile for the camera! Both mother and daughter were shaken, but thankfully, uninjured.
“I snapped two photos after seeing the snake since it was frightening. I was remarkably calm when I urged her to back off, but I think she saw everything in my expression,” the mother shаrеd.
Encountering a snake can be a terrifying experience for anyone. The key is to remain calm and not panic. Remember, snakes can be harmful depending on the species. So, what should you do if you stumble upon a snake?
First and foremost, give the snake space. Leaving them alone is the safest option. It’s essential to know how to identify the species if you can do so safely. This will help you determine the appropriate distance to keep between yourself and the snake. However, attempting to catch or handle a wild snake is extremely risky and could prove fatal for both parties involved.
If you find yourself in close proximity to a snake, carefully back away until you reach a safe distance. Observing it from afar ensures that others around you can also avoid any potential dаngеr.
Once you’re at a safe distance, seek assistance from local wildlife officials if possible. They have the expertise to handle the situation and ensure the snake is either returned to its natural habitat or treated if injured.
It’s important to remember that snakes play a vital role in their ecosystems and should never be harmed unless absolutely necessary. By giving them space, you not only protect yourself but also contribute to the well-being of these creatures.
If you’re interested in learning more about snakes, there are numerous online resources as well as books written by qualified herpetologists. Acquainting yourself with the snake species in your area can help you recognize them quickly and know what to do if you encounter one. Remember, coexisting harmoniously with nature means respecting both your own safety and the snake’s role in the ecosystem!
My son stays quiet as his wife insults me — But he soon teaches her a lesson in front of guests
A woman named Kate posted a story of how her son chose silence instead of defending her when his wife insulted her.
Namely, Kate loved to cook, but since her husband’s passing things changed and she somehow lost hold of that part of her. However, whenever a holiday was around the corner she would prepare the most delicious dishes to her son John, especially for Christmas when he would always come for his annual roast dinner.
This year, however, was a bit different since John’s wife, Liz, attended the family dinner for the first time. The two dated for quite some time, but over the course of a couple of years, she would always spend Christmas at her parents’ house.
Kate woke up early because she knew she needed time to prepare the main course, which was a chicken with gravy on the side, all the side dishes and desserts that her son loved.
As she was preparing the food, Liz entered the kitchen with her phone in her hand and started looking around. At that moment, she made a face as though she smelled something terrible, but Kate, already sweating away, decided to ignore her and didn’t say a word.
Sadly, things turned for the worse when Liz suddenly exclaimed, “Hey, Kate, maybe we should order food. Not everyone wants what you’ve cooked. I don’t know if everyone enjoys your cooking, either. Every aspect of Christmas is supposed to be enjoyed by everyone. They should enjoy the food, too!”
As expected, Kate was shocked by her daughter-in-law’s harsh words.
“I saw John leaning against the archway, nibbling on a carrot. He altogether avoided my gaze, looking over me and out the window across the room. I held back my tears and bit my lip,” she wrote in her post.
As most of the guests arrived and sat on the table, it seemed like they all enjoyed the food Kate prepared for the night.
At one moment, John asked, “The food’s great, right? Everyone’s enjoying it?”
John’s uncle helped himself to another serving of roasted potatoes and asked, “Why wouldn’t we enjoy my sister’s food?”
“Because Liz said that the dinner might be ruined by Mom’s dishes. She wanted us to order in,” John explained.
“Nonsense!” Kate’s brother said as he dipped his potatoes into the gravy.
Hearing this, John looked at his mom and smiled. Kate then realized that her son didn’t react before because he was waiting for the right moment to teach his wife a lesson.
Liz turned red as everyone starred at her and Kate admitted that she even felt bad for her because it was her first Christmas with the family.
Later on, while packing the dishwasher and emptying dishes of food, Liz approached Kate.
“Kate, I’m sorry,” she said. “I was so wrong to do what I did. I am sorry, please understand.”
“Understand what?” Kate asked her.
“I only said that because John loves your food. He always talks about how you make all these special things for him. I can’t make a basic mac and cheese without him saying yours is better. I looked at the food, smelt all the delicious smells from this kitchen, and panicked.”
“Liz, you should know that a boy and his mother’s food is a relationship in and of itself,” Kate said with a laughter as she tried to diffuse the tension. “I can teach you how to cook just like me. My mother taught me everything I know.”
“Really?” Liz asked. “Even after I’ve been so horrible?”
“Yes,” Kate replied.
Thankfully, Kate understood that Liz’s intention wasn’t a nasty one, she simply felt threatened by her mother-in-law, but she soon learned it was for no reason.
Kate then took Liz to the Christmas tree and handed her the present she bough for her.
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