Thanks Rhea, I hope so too.

I know everyone thinks their garters are special but Lucy is different. I had a several garters in the 80's and 90's, but not one like this. Everyone, even my vet, is amazed at how affectionate and unafraid she is of people (she likes to be held). She hasn't pooped on me, not even in the beginning (and no, I don't have a problem with a snake pooping on me but it's something that I didn't experience with my other snakes...and yes, I'm sure if she ate and I held her in my lap constantly for a few days she would HAVE to poop on me).

Thanks to all of you who have given me words of support. I hope this is only temporary.