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About Me Photography / Professional Member Christopher R. CoteMale/United States Group group avatar #The-Art-of-Smoking
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It has been several years since I've had a pet to call my own and, though I was unable to quite put a finger on it, I've certainly felt a certain emptiness.  Never before would I have been so sappy to think that having a critter in my life would cheer me up so much, but I now know that to be true after a new animal entered my life!

Yesterday, I spent no less than an hour in a small backroom at the pet store holding all of the legless reptiles that they had in stock.  I considered milk snakes, sand boas, garter snakes, king snakes, corn snakes and finally: ball pythons.  I thought each and every species I encountered was special and beautiful, but the second I picked up a ball (or royal) python, my mind was made up for me.  The moment it coiled around my hand, I fell in love with this beautiful and fascinating creature and did not put it down until it was time to leave the store.  In fact, I finished my shopping with the snake in hand!

I have always prided myself on coming up with unusual/unique/funny names for my pets and this little guy was no different.  I went with a suggestion my girlfriend had made when I had been pondering getting another tarantula:  Mr. Cuddles.

Check him out here: [link]

I'm sure you'll be seeing more of him as time progresses.  As it turns out, ball pythons typically have a lifespan of 20-30 years, but some have lived up to 50 years!  It's crazy to think that this little constrictor that I bought yesterday could still be around when I retire!  Wowsers!

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Christopher R. Cote
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For over fifteen years, I have been honing my skills in photography as a professional and a hobbyist. From the age of 13, when my parents first put a SLR in my hands, I have made photography my primary passion. Over time, I have experienced events with family & friends, the marriages of beautiful couples and the life of my son through the viewfinder of my cameras.
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~Djaevan Mar 18, 2012   Photographer
Thks !
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Thank you !!!
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thanks for your words :)
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thanks for the fav

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~ulose2piranha Feb 29, 2012  Professional Photographer
Thanks for sharing!

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:icontigejet:
Hi Chris thanx for the fav on Moonlit Opera

Cheers
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~Moyimu Jan 31, 2012  Professional Photographer
Wondering when you're going to post another journal about all the other zillion snakes you bought *after* mr. cuddles... bahaha

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~ulose2piranha Feb 1, 2012  Professional Photographer
The grand total is at 4 right now. When I get to double digits (and it will happen!), I'll post another.

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*Leeby Sep 21, 2011  Hobbyist General Artist
Thank you for the fav :)

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=AbsquatulateOnMe Sep 13, 2011  Student General Artist
Your fave warms my heart :la:
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