every dinner party. The “snake” in my bathtub has become legendary among my friends. Own the embarrassment. It makes a great story.
Other “Fake Snake” Stories That Will Make You Feel Better
After I posted about my bathtub snake on social media, dozens of people shared their own “terrified-by-something-innocent” stories. Here are a few of my favorites.
The garden hose: One woman came home to find a “copperhead” coiled on her patio. It was a curled-up garden hose with a brass fitting that reflected the light.
The dropped belt: A man nearly called 911 when he saw a “snake” under his couch. It was his own leather belt, which had fallen off a chair and landed in a serpentine curve.
The scarf: A college student found a “snake” on her dorm room floor after winter break. It was her roommate’s black knit scarf, which had slipped off a hook.
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