It's the subliminal messaging written into the forum programming

I started with just one 9 years ago... stayed that way for a very long time, several years... came here and within a few months I had four just like that. lol I now have 5 and need to give hubby a little time before I add another He's awesome and has always been supportive, but the question of 'how many pets do you need' seems to be increasing in frequency lately so I'll give him a little break.... unless that perfect opportunity comes along... have I mentioned the next snake on my want list is a rubber boa? Just throwing it out there. LOL