It can be rather frightening to come upon unexpected critters in our surroundings, and the fear increases when it’s a poisonous snake! Just ask the mother of a girl who experienced a terrifying event in her backyard on the day of her daughter’s seventh-grade graduation. She was attempting to take a photo of her daughter sitting next to a tree when she sensed something chilly.

Her daughter had been smiling for the camera when a snake had slithered out of the tree! Thankfully, the mother and daughter were not hurt, despite being startled. “The snake was terrifying, so I took two pictures when I saw it.  The mother said, “I was remarkably calm when I asked her to back off, but I think she read right into my expression. For anyone, coming across a snake can be a terrifying experience. It’s important to keep your cool and avoid panicking.