Sometimes, we all need a perspective shift. Sure, my kids are home sick today, but at least they’re not spreading germs to their friends. And yes, my cat left a surprise on my bathmat this morning, but thankfully it wasn’t on my pillow. But let’s not forget: while the world may feel chaotic, at least I don’t have a snake lodged in my ear.
Meet Sarah Thompson
On Monday, Sarah had a rather unique encounter when her pet snake got stuck in her gauged earlobe. “Before I knew it, my ball python, Leo, had darted right in there,” she shared with her friends. “If it had slithered, I would’ve seen it coming!” She later posted a photo of her and Leo in the emergency room on social media. Since then, it’s received over 30,000 shares, with reactions ranging from laughter to disbelief—“How is this even possible?!”
Some commenters offered suggestions for freeing the snake, including using oil to lubricate Leo and gently pulling him out. “Just tickle his tail,” suggested one well-meaning individual. Yes, Sarah, perhaps you should have tried that; it might just solve 75% of life’s little dilemmas.
Inevitably, the internet trolls arrived to criticize Sarah’s predicament. One user, pretending to be a pet expert, even accused her of animal abuse and stated, “I can’t stand you for being this foolish.” To which we all respond: You’re.
Of course, in an age where everyone thinks they’re a detective, there were those who doubted the authenticity of Sarah’s story. Commenter Brenda remarked, “I don’t believe this snake could sneak in without anyone noticing. There’s no way that ear was clear enough for that.” Clearly, Brenda missed the memo about people doing ridiculous things for attention.
Was It a Stunt?
Now, let’s be real. Are there folks out there who would purposely stick a snake in their ear just for a selfie? Absolutely. But Sarah? Not likely. Her friend Jessica, who was there when it all unfolded, assured everyone that it wasn’t a stunt for social media.
In fact, in a follow-up photo, Sarah expressed her love for Leo and thanked everyone for their support, indicating that both she and her snake were okay.
With some assistance, the doctor managed to free Leo from Sarah’s earlobe. “They made a small incision, applied some lubricants, and used a plastic tool to help guide him out,” Jessica explained. Sarah reported that her ear was a bit irritated but otherwise fine.
Lessons Learned
In the end, both Sarah and Leo are safe and sound, and we’ve learned a little about the speed at which snakes can penetrate unexpected places. A valuable lesson that, let’s be honest, we can all use from time to time.
So the next time your kid complains about fairness in life, just remind them of the woman who had a snake in her ear. “Sweetheart, there are people out there dealing with far stranger issues. Think about that before you whine!”
Thanks for the lesson, Sarah! And give Leo an extra tail tickle from us. For more insights into parenting and unique experiences, check out this post on intracervicalinsemination.org. If you’re considering home insemination, you can find quality kits at Cryobaby. For more information on pregnancy resources, visit UCSF.
In summary, while our daily challenges may seem daunting, a little perspective can go a long way—especially when someone else has had a snake stuck in their ear.