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RE: Wake up on the wrong side of the bed today Rob?

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Posted by: Carmichael at Sat Dec 13 14:06:23 2003   [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by Carmichael ]  
   

No, Brian, I didn't wake up on the wrong side of the bed (actually, I had a great night's sleep). I just took offense to how he or she used the word "Retarded" and felt that it was a poor choice of words. In terms of ideal temps, ABSOLUTELY, there are great temp variances in Myanmar and other areas where burms are found....BUT, THAT IS THE THEIR NATURAL ELEMENT...THERE IS NO WAY IN HECK YOU CAN COMPARE THE NATURAL ELEMENTS TO A CAPTIVE ENVIRONMENT. THere is no way we will ever be able to re-create those natural conditions so we just do the best we can in a captive setting. Most people probably shouldn't own burms because they just don't know how to give them the proper care. They don't put forth the appropriate resources to give these animals the proper set up, thermastically controlled heat, proper humidity levels, etc. (yes, this is a bit of a rant because I deal with MANY irresponsible owners each year). But, with that being said, let me restate my response:



"Dear Cito,



That is a wonderful post. If possible, next time, could you use a different word than "retarded"? I would really appreciate that and thanks so much for listening to this. That would be, well, gosh, really great of you. And, you know, those temps just seem a little bit cool. Have you tried using a really good thermostat to check those temps? I think you might find that they are a little cool. Maybe your snake just needs a little hug from you. " Your internet friend, Rob



How's that Brian? Better?





Come on folks, lets be honest, this is an open forum and if anyone took offense to my comments they had better get a grip on themselves. As a professional (who is learning something EVERY day...even on forums like this) it is my responsibility to speak up and if I seem a little harsh at times, well, that is just the way I am (and I don't feel I am being disrespectful in the least....look at the 100's of posts I have made that truly makes a positive contribution...this doesn't include the 100's of posts I receive from people who read this forum and others inquiring my advice). Anyway, life goes on.


   

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