Communication and Pythons

I was considering buying a book on listening, but soon realized that listening and communicating is part of truly loving others; so a book on loving others is what I need. Alack and alas!!! I already own the most authoritative book on loving others ever written-The Bible! I have spent much time lately reflecting on the need for, (and joy of), honest communication. In fact, I went to a small Bible Study wherein we talked about communication. Our reflections were sincere and honest. We were all truly vulnerable with each other. Our serious conversation was interrupted, though, by a HUGE spider. High pitched screaming and jumping around ensued, and we had to move the couch to get the large arachnid out of its hiding spot. Calm returned, but barely. We ended the evening telling stories of all kinds of pests and vermin. The best story was that of a pet python, who usually curled up in bed with its owner. After several weeks of odd behavior, including not sleeping in bed and not eating, the woman who owned the snake took it to the vet. After the exam, he told the woman, "Whatever you do, don't take this snake home." She asked why not. "He's preparing to eat you." "Preparing to eat you!!!"