05/15/24 ANOTHER FRIENDLY WARNING

05/15/24 ANOTHER FRIENDLY WARNING

Another friendly warning. Watch out for snakes. There are poisonous snakes in our area, including Rattlesnake (various kinds), Cotton Mouth and/or Water Moccasin, Copperhead, Eastern Coral Snake. All of these can be present in your yard or even in your house. Juveniles are sometimes more dangerous than adult snakes.

If you live in the country you should be especially vigilant. Yard work or hiking in wooded areas or moving debris or children's toys or boxes in sheds can be a place for snakes (and poisonous spiders). I remember, years ago, when a little boy picked up a "belt," in his house, only to find out it was an Eastern Coral Snake. And don't forget, a snake bite from a non-poisonous snake can be dangerous also. Their mouths can be full of bacteria, which they get from the things they eat.

And of course, there is a spiritual message as well. There is a Serpent who seeks to deceive and destroy your soul. Be careful. He hides and strikes when least expected.