Thanks for talking openly about this, since a lot of us actually do live with disabilities. I have Severe ME/CFS with POTS. It's why i don't have a tortoise, but also why snakes make such IDEAL pets. They're my speed, lol. I have everything automated to make sure their habitats are ideal, and I can clean on days with more energy. But they don't need tending every day. I check on them, and that's it. If I miss feeding day by 24 hours, no one suffers for that and I feed the next day instead. Bulk ordered rodents are great! Right to our door. And when I have a feverish flareup, my ball python Finnley makes a helpful cool pack that stays on my neck and shoulders. Unlearning hyper-independence is so hard! I'm working on it! Snakes make awesome pets that are compatible with a lot of lifestyles and energy or mobility levels. I find mine also very calming and therapeutic.
@cadensixkiller441311 сағат бұрын
I brought one home and they told me it was about time for her to eat, and I fed her the next day and she took it, I feel paranoid about stressing her out
@jarparful13 сағат бұрын
I’m autistic and I really appreciate you talking about this
@tamerelboyd178714 сағат бұрын
I AM GET A BEARDED DRAGON
@annareifer224914 сағат бұрын
Got my Leo a few month ago, he is absolutly tame from the very first moment. most of the time I hold my hand in his home, he crawls on it and love it. he also respond a little bit to his name - or notice, that I talk with him
@Anakinskywalker81416 сағат бұрын
The tank is way too small you need at least a 120 gallon wooden 4x2x2 vivarium
@LEMIEisa_BALLPYTHON71318 сағат бұрын
You deserve way more subscribers!! Hit the like button for Elle!!!! Xxo ❤😊
@serinity121918 сағат бұрын
I would be very interested in a video about keeping reptiles with ADHD. We don't have any reptiles yet, but we will be getting one at some point. My daughter has both ADHD and autism, and while she is extremely high functioning, any tips would be welcome!
@mlj130920 сағат бұрын
Do you give crickets to your leopard gecko? Can they thrive off a diet without crickets if they are fed dubia roaches and worms?
@jerseyboyce120 сағат бұрын
i have multiple autoimmune and neurological disorders and some days i can spend all day taking care of my pets and some days i cant get out of bed and i have no idea what the day is going to be like until i wake up. i totally understand the struggle but i would never ever give them up
@user-ii7ui1ln8j22 сағат бұрын
I'm a Combat Veteran that was medically retired back in 2014 due to many permanent issues. I too understand the struggle. We have 3 dogs, 2 cats, 2 guienie pigs, 1 Beardie with MD, a Ball Python, and Sand Boa. I use them as therapy around the house. Some days are just harder than others. Hang in there. You got this!!
@jlieberum23 сағат бұрын
We have been on the struggle bus recently. Me and my wife have 3 kids, 2 of which are special needs. Our beardie is well cared for but our children do make it challenging due to the attention they require due to there needs. But this is nothing compared to what you have gone through these last several months though. I hope you continue to make strides with your health
@Chronictonic134Күн бұрын
I loved this video! I became disabled two years ago with pots and other conditions so this is such an interesting video for me 😌
@MarxnchillКүн бұрын
I get annoyed when people tell me “oh you’ll get another one” when I tell them I got my first reptile (a baby crestie!) In my head I’m like “you obviously don’t know that I’m disabled and this one I have is PLENTY”
@sixteezchildКүн бұрын
I was so anxious about bringing a new animal home to care for with having fibromyalgia and just having gotten out of my journey of grieving my mother. My activity level is still not what I really want it to be, but I have a very easy 10 month old male cornsnake. There have been days I did not feel like caring for anything other than my basic needs, but I never missed a day of caring for my snake, holding him at least once or twice during a week, and feeding him on time! I knew I could not take care of another animal that needed more specialized care almost everyday. I've loved my little snake and he brings me so much peace and joy and that is the biggest blessing ever. I've decided to get one more snake next breeding season. I will not get anymore pets after that as my pain levels and my energy levels just could not do right by them or me! Thank you for putting this out. I know there are others looking for a sign! Hugs from Texas!
@chibicricketКүн бұрын
I feel this one for sure and can relate. I was running a 501c3 rescue for a while and was in a really bad car accident back in February. Broke my neck, was close to being internally decapitated, and suffered a brain injury. I'm not functioning well anymore. Had to close the rescue and now I'm having family help care for my personal animals because there are days I can barely get out of bed. Its tough. Keep staying strong, you got this!
@petspetspetsgalore9090Күн бұрын
FBH says a 4x4x5 SVL for Created geckos, with the average SVL on a crested gecko being 4.5 inches, the minimum enclosure size is 18x18x22.5 making an 18x18x24 an acceptable size!
@ReachOutReptilesКүн бұрын
You were very missed at the Buildoff. Hope you’re doing well, keep inspiring us!!
@ellesreptiles22 сағат бұрын
Thank you! I missed being there - it's always such a fun time. I can't wait to see everyone's enclosures! 😁👏🏽
@DonnaDiane74Күн бұрын
Wow I had no idea! We never know the cross our brother or sister is bearing. It's so important to always try to be kind and spread God's love at all times. I'm glad you're working through these changes in your life and I pray for your continued strength and perseverance. May Lord Jesus walk with you and comfort you always. Amen. ❤
@AlLen-rh2exКүн бұрын
I think this is one of my favorite videos of yours ♥I'm really glad you've been doing better each day, and I think this video shows how caring and thoughtful you are that you're using this experience to try to make reptile keeping more accessible for everyone else, too. I really love your videos and I just think you're really amazing! I would really love if you made a video including your ADHD like you mentioned in the description if you're comfortable with that. I have ASD and my mom and my brother have ADHD and it would be so cool to learn about how you've made reptile keeping work best for you!
@bensabelhaus7288Күн бұрын
My disability slipped into debilitating over time. Regardless of the time it takes, we become differently abled as adaptations to our new lifeway's. It's the most human expression and experience there can be. Being exposed to myself at my worst has only furthered my understanding of neurology better than if I had read academic studies without experiencing it. I am and always have been disabled. Literally clinically "not advanced" in math, social and communication abilities. I embrace that. I know where I'm very advanced. I know I can't be me in a social situation. But that also gives me an in road to social communication. In breaking social norms, I'm able to make fun of myself and shock people into learning by blatantly using the R word. It may seem rude, but it helps shed insight on my people. People that get called that, yet are far more advanced socially than me. I'd get into a fight defending them, yet they just roll it off the shoulders with a private "that guys a dumbass" after just ignoring them. For me I go straight into defense/ fight mode instead of flight. For me that's just not possible. I use my perfectly average bog standard issue white guy body to spread insight on what I truly am. At least when I'm not stammering like an incoherent mental patient in a social space lol
@AladinsarsipiusКүн бұрын
Stay Well Elle
@jaydenwaldock1498Күн бұрын
This has helped so much thank you 🙏
@nyves104Күн бұрын
I'm also disabled and relate so much to everything you said. great and important video 💜💜💜💜
@nicolepettis5533Күн бұрын
I hope you get better I love your videos I learn a lot when I get into reptiles I just got my first bearded dragon a month or so ago
@ellesreptiles22 сағат бұрын
Thank you, and yay! Congrats on your beardie 🥰
@thestayandplayКүн бұрын
This is great information for reptile keepers and not something I’ve seen anyone go over before. I’m also very glad to hear you are doing better ❤
@ellesreptiles22 сағат бұрын
Thank you so much 💜
@alithorstad6206Күн бұрын
Fantastic idea for a video. I hope other creators start to think about issues like this.
@BigDuTvКүн бұрын
Your videos just made my day!!!
@daciskyКүн бұрын
Visually impaired here and your ideas resonates with me so much. I HATE asking for help SO MUCH!!! I have a gargoyle gecko and recently adopted an adult leo from Animal Trax... No way would I ever get a baby reptile again. I also,so far,have lost six crickets in the house,but none survived long enough to drive me crazy. I also hate them for the same reasons you do. Anyway,truer words have never been spoken that what you said in this video. 💞
@ellesreptiles22 сағат бұрын
Congrats on your new leopard gecko! My gargoyle has been pretty easy, since she doesn't like to be held or touched. She just sits back and waits for food to come to her. Definitely no complaints there. Haha I have no idea how many crickets have been lost in my house - not a fun time 😅 I'm glad you didn't have to listen to lost cricket chirps for days though!
@oceanelf2512Күн бұрын
Great and informative video. Glad you are doing so well, and this info is good for anyone could find themselves in a similar situation.
@paulj.l.9696Күн бұрын
I've been wanting to make one of these for my carpet pythons 👀 maybe I'll even make a bigger one for my young retic. Thanks for the video guys
@paulj.l.9696Күн бұрын
This man loves Shellac 😂 turned out super nice guys good job
@wheelzworld3858Күн бұрын
Great video! And since we're on the topic, I am disabled (much worse than you ). I am paralyzed from the waist down and currently bedridden (hoping that's not gonna last forever ). I REALLY want a Leopard Gecko. Can I get a rolling tank or a table that rolls to put it on so that it can be rolled beside my bed to help with the care and also spending time with it? Is my owning a Leo something you can see feasible? My mom isn't going for it because she doesn't think it's possible. Please prove this wrong! Lol
@ellesreptiles22 сағат бұрын
You can definitely get a rolling table for a leopard gecko tank! I've never thought of that, and it's such a good idea. Leopard gecko enclosures usually don't weigh much, so finding a table that supports its weight shouldn't be a problem. You can always do a rolling workshop style table, that way you can have all of the care items right there on/in the table, too. I wish you all the best on your journey 💜💜💜
@wheelzworld385822 сағат бұрын
@@ellesreptiles awesome! Thank you so much!
@georgiaherrera3857Күн бұрын
Elle, Have a great week!
@MoPets888Күн бұрын
You did a GREAT job, Elle. Iwas diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, which rocked my world. Going from 100 %independent to needing help 🤯 was traumatic. It took me years to ask for help. Not because people didn't offer, but I didn't want to bother ppl needing help. Many years later, married, etc. It still bothers me to some degree but, I have to, plain and simple. It stinks, but it's ok. EVERYBODY on some level or circumstance needs help. I NEVER mind helping someone if I can, I like being able to help anybody, everybody, so why should I not give that good feeling of helping someone else? Good question. I should give myself the same grace. Elle. I completely understand. We should give ourselves the same treatment we are happy to give others ❤❤. Glad you brought up, some animals are easier for different circumstances. I would LOVE a crestie, but I know...too fast for my dexterity now, so I love my leos and that's ok. Grace for ourselves and situations is A MUST ❤. YOU are wonderful and a Godsend. You are doing amazing things for So many ppl and now even more. Just in ANOTHER capacity as well 💪🏼💪🏼❤. Thank you, thank you and awesome you are an ALABAMAIAN TOO!! WOO HOO 🎉🎉 God bless you and your family, Julie from Montgomery 🙂
@ellesreptiles22 сағат бұрын
Aww thank you so much! Making any kind of video like this always makes me a little nervous (imposter syndrome 😅), so thank you so much for your kind words. I'm so glad that you have a support system, and that you help others when you can - I love that so much 🥹💜
@RC_MurphyКүн бұрын
I also have POTS, which was a major reason why I had to stop keeping fully aquatic pets. Just doing a water change means too many up and down movements and I'm not trying to find out what happens when someone passes out and hits a glass tank.
@ellesreptiles22 сағат бұрын
That 100% makes sense, and the idea of that is so scary 😅
@loispadgett6306Күн бұрын
This was a great video. It is going to help alot of people who have this's kinds of disables. So glad everybody is feeling better. Asking for help is a strength not a weakness always remember that. GOD BLESS 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
@ellesreptiles22 сағат бұрын
Thank you 💜💜💜
@MaraJadeSkkyКүн бұрын
I love beardies, but exactly what you said is why I won't take one (most of my reptiles are rescues) I know me and I know I don't have it in me to take care of beardies. So I don't have one.
@ellesreptilesКүн бұрын
It's always good (and so incredibly responsible) to know your limits! Love that 💜
@MaraJadeSkkyКүн бұрын
@ellesreptiles thank you. Great video as always, Elle! Happy to hear about your recovery. Can't believe the stroke was over a year ago now!
@nancypina341Күн бұрын
Great video! Glad you’re doing okay and it is nice to hear how wonderful your family is. Asking for help is hard on many of us but it is an important step to learning life.
@ellesreptilesКүн бұрын
Thank you so much 💜
@AllCanadianReptileGirlКүн бұрын
This is such an important conversation to have and as someone with a chronic illness, I’ve had to make many changes to how I get things done too. I wish you continued recovery and health! Thanks for sharing your journey with us.
@ellesreptilesКүн бұрын
Thank you so much! I was nervous to make this video (mostly because I've always had imposter's syndome and it continues here 😅) It's definitely something that's unexpected, but I'm so grateful that things exist to even allow some of those changes (like timer switches or auto misters). I wish you all the best 💜💜💜
@davephillips8642Күн бұрын
Good morning Elle, hope your week ahead is amazing!!! Glad to see you are slowly getting better but don't ever be afraid to ask for help. Just remember you aren't 100% but you are still here and struggles are going to happen!!
@ellesreptilesКүн бұрын
Thank you! Have an amazing week 💜💜💜
@davephillips8642Күн бұрын
@@ellesreptiles you are welcome!!
@RealJRoyallКүн бұрын
I would have never known to ask for this video, but this is such an excellent video. Some of the most convenient innovations we have today are result of accessibility. This is a great resource for people with certain disabilities to give themselves an idea of what to expect if they want to start keeping reptiles. So glad you made this!
@ellesreptilesКүн бұрын
Thank you and I completely agree about innovations because of accessibility 💜
@triple_A_rockhoundКүн бұрын
gekos r fun to watch 🤣
@ellesreptilesКүн бұрын
Yea they are 😂
@triple_A_rockhoundКүн бұрын
@@ellesreptiles The looks they make is funny
@gadgets7070Күн бұрын
im old and lived a long time and the only thin ive learned in this world was how to spell kanngeroe
@annabethsfarmadventures8610Күн бұрын
Glad your getting better from the stroke! God was merciful ❤️ Have a blessed day!
@herpermike_Күн бұрын
I had a random stroke when I was 34! I just got home from the gym and I was in really good shape and it's been a little bit over ten years ago now lol. And like you said there are a lot of things that you just have to figure out things that you would probably have never even think about being a hard thing to do lol but we can get it figured out
@ellesreptilesКүн бұрын
Oh no! I hope you're doing better now! Did you continue to heal over the 10 years? Or did the healing just kinda stop?
@herpermike_Күн бұрын
@@ellesreptiles I pretty much got everything back that I was going to regain during the first year and then I do physical therapy some now just to make sure that I don't lose any more through atrophy lol. But it's crazy and nobody is expecting or planning for a stroke in our 30s lol but I guess it happens. And I was in really good shape when I had my first stroke. Then I had another one a few years later but it was on the other side and it didn't really affect anything that I was able to notice.
@herpermike_Күн бұрын
@@ellesreptiles but it's the weirdest thing. The best way that I could describe it was that it was like they deleted my operating system and replaced it with a new one that I had no clue about and I didn't get the owners manual to the new one lol. I'm not talking about with walking and things, but my attitude was just gone and I was hateful to everyone that was important to me. And I've always said that patience is a learned behavior and it had taken me 34 years to learn the amount that I had when the stroke wiped everything out. And I was left with the patience of a newborn lol
@kimpellrichardson9448Күн бұрын
I have a picky eater bearded dragon, what was your eating in this video?
@ellesreptilesКүн бұрын
Turnip greens, zucchini leaves, bell pepper, blueberry, and zucchini flowers 🥰
@skylarutdКүн бұрын
my favourite snake is russel s' viper
@dannyphantom1212 күн бұрын
Sand doesn’t cause impaction, calcium sand does. Tile is unnatural and hard on your bearded dragons joints. Use loose substrate! Bearded dragons live on sand in the wild, sand is natural.
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Thanks for talking openly about this, since a lot of us actually do live with disabilities. I have Severe ME/CFS with POTS. It's why i don't have a tortoise, but also why snakes make such IDEAL pets. They're my speed, lol. I have everything automated to make sure their habitats are ideal, and I can clean on days with more energy. But they don't need tending every day. I check on them, and that's it. If I miss feeding day by 24 hours, no one suffers for that and I feed the next day instead. Bulk ordered rodents are great! Right to our door. And when I have a feverish flareup, my ball python Finnley makes a helpful cool pack that stays on my neck and shoulders. Unlearning hyper-independence is so hard! I'm working on it! Snakes make awesome pets that are compatible with a lot of lifestyles and energy or mobility levels. I find mine also very calming and therapeutic.
I brought one home and they told me it was about time for her to eat, and I fed her the next day and she took it, I feel paranoid about stressing her out
I’m autistic and I really appreciate you talking about this
I AM GET A BEARDED DRAGON
Got my Leo a few month ago, he is absolutly tame from the very first moment. most of the time I hold my hand in his home, he crawls on it and love it. he also respond a little bit to his name - or notice, that I talk with him
The tank is way too small you need at least a 120 gallon wooden 4x2x2 vivarium
You deserve way more subscribers!! Hit the like button for Elle!!!! Xxo ❤😊
I would be very interested in a video about keeping reptiles with ADHD. We don't have any reptiles yet, but we will be getting one at some point. My daughter has both ADHD and autism, and while she is extremely high functioning, any tips would be welcome!
Do you give crickets to your leopard gecko? Can they thrive off a diet without crickets if they are fed dubia roaches and worms?
i have multiple autoimmune and neurological disorders and some days i can spend all day taking care of my pets and some days i cant get out of bed and i have no idea what the day is going to be like until i wake up. i totally understand the struggle but i would never ever give them up
I'm a Combat Veteran that was medically retired back in 2014 due to many permanent issues. I too understand the struggle. We have 3 dogs, 2 cats, 2 guienie pigs, 1 Beardie with MD, a Ball Python, and Sand Boa. I use them as therapy around the house. Some days are just harder than others. Hang in there. You got this!!
We have been on the struggle bus recently. Me and my wife have 3 kids, 2 of which are special needs. Our beardie is well cared for but our children do make it challenging due to the attention they require due to there needs. But this is nothing compared to what you have gone through these last several months though. I hope you continue to make strides with your health
I loved this video! I became disabled two years ago with pots and other conditions so this is such an interesting video for me 😌
I get annoyed when people tell me “oh you’ll get another one” when I tell them I got my first reptile (a baby crestie!) In my head I’m like “you obviously don’t know that I’m disabled and this one I have is PLENTY”
I was so anxious about bringing a new animal home to care for with having fibromyalgia and just having gotten out of my journey of grieving my mother. My activity level is still not what I really want it to be, but I have a very easy 10 month old male cornsnake. There have been days I did not feel like caring for anything other than my basic needs, but I never missed a day of caring for my snake, holding him at least once or twice during a week, and feeding him on time! I knew I could not take care of another animal that needed more specialized care almost everyday. I've loved my little snake and he brings me so much peace and joy and that is the biggest blessing ever. I've decided to get one more snake next breeding season. I will not get anymore pets after that as my pain levels and my energy levels just could not do right by them or me! Thank you for putting this out. I know there are others looking for a sign! Hugs from Texas!
I feel this one for sure and can relate. I was running a 501c3 rescue for a while and was in a really bad car accident back in February. Broke my neck, was close to being internally decapitated, and suffered a brain injury. I'm not functioning well anymore. Had to close the rescue and now I'm having family help care for my personal animals because there are days I can barely get out of bed. Its tough. Keep staying strong, you got this!
FBH says a 4x4x5 SVL for Created geckos, with the average SVL on a crested gecko being 4.5 inches, the minimum enclosure size is 18x18x22.5 making an 18x18x24 an acceptable size!
You were very missed at the Buildoff. Hope you’re doing well, keep inspiring us!!
Thank you! I missed being there - it's always such a fun time. I can't wait to see everyone's enclosures! 😁👏🏽
Wow I had no idea! We never know the cross our brother or sister is bearing. It's so important to always try to be kind and spread God's love at all times. I'm glad you're working through these changes in your life and I pray for your continued strength and perseverance. May Lord Jesus walk with you and comfort you always. Amen. ❤
I think this is one of my favorite videos of yours ♥I'm really glad you've been doing better each day, and I think this video shows how caring and thoughtful you are that you're using this experience to try to make reptile keeping more accessible for everyone else, too. I really love your videos and I just think you're really amazing! I would really love if you made a video including your ADHD like you mentioned in the description if you're comfortable with that. I have ASD and my mom and my brother have ADHD and it would be so cool to learn about how you've made reptile keeping work best for you!
My disability slipped into debilitating over time. Regardless of the time it takes, we become differently abled as adaptations to our new lifeway's. It's the most human expression and experience there can be. Being exposed to myself at my worst has only furthered my understanding of neurology better than if I had read academic studies without experiencing it. I am and always have been disabled. Literally clinically "not advanced" in math, social and communication abilities. I embrace that. I know where I'm very advanced. I know I can't be me in a social situation. But that also gives me an in road to social communication. In breaking social norms, I'm able to make fun of myself and shock people into learning by blatantly using the R word. It may seem rude, but it helps shed insight on my people. People that get called that, yet are far more advanced socially than me. I'd get into a fight defending them, yet they just roll it off the shoulders with a private "that guys a dumbass" after just ignoring them. For me I go straight into defense/ fight mode instead of flight. For me that's just not possible. I use my perfectly average bog standard issue white guy body to spread insight on what I truly am. At least when I'm not stammering like an incoherent mental patient in a social space lol
Stay Well Elle
This has helped so much thank you 🙏
I'm also disabled and relate so much to everything you said. great and important video 💜💜💜💜
I hope you get better I love your videos I learn a lot when I get into reptiles I just got my first bearded dragon a month or so ago
Thank you, and yay! Congrats on your beardie 🥰
This is great information for reptile keepers and not something I’ve seen anyone go over before. I’m also very glad to hear you are doing better ❤
Thank you so much 💜
Fantastic idea for a video. I hope other creators start to think about issues like this.
Your videos just made my day!!!
Visually impaired here and your ideas resonates with me so much. I HATE asking for help SO MUCH!!! I have a gargoyle gecko and recently adopted an adult leo from Animal Trax... No way would I ever get a baby reptile again. I also,so far,have lost six crickets in the house,but none survived long enough to drive me crazy. I also hate them for the same reasons you do. Anyway,truer words have never been spoken that what you said in this video. 💞
Congrats on your new leopard gecko! My gargoyle has been pretty easy, since she doesn't like to be held or touched. She just sits back and waits for food to come to her. Definitely no complaints there. Haha I have no idea how many crickets have been lost in my house - not a fun time 😅 I'm glad you didn't have to listen to lost cricket chirps for days though!
Great and informative video. Glad you are doing so well, and this info is good for anyone could find themselves in a similar situation.
I've been wanting to make one of these for my carpet pythons 👀 maybe I'll even make a bigger one for my young retic. Thanks for the video guys
This man loves Shellac 😂 turned out super nice guys good job
Great video! And since we're on the topic, I am disabled (much worse than you ). I am paralyzed from the waist down and currently bedridden (hoping that's not gonna last forever ). I REALLY want a Leopard Gecko. Can I get a rolling tank or a table that rolls to put it on so that it can be rolled beside my bed to help with the care and also spending time with it? Is my owning a Leo something you can see feasible? My mom isn't going for it because she doesn't think it's possible. Please prove this wrong! Lol
You can definitely get a rolling table for a leopard gecko tank! I've never thought of that, and it's such a good idea. Leopard gecko enclosures usually don't weigh much, so finding a table that supports its weight shouldn't be a problem. You can always do a rolling workshop style table, that way you can have all of the care items right there on/in the table, too. I wish you all the best on your journey 💜💜💜
@@ellesreptiles awesome! Thank you so much!
Elle, Have a great week!
You did a GREAT job, Elle. Iwas diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, which rocked my world. Going from 100 %independent to needing help 🤯 was traumatic. It took me years to ask for help. Not because people didn't offer, but I didn't want to bother ppl needing help. Many years later, married, etc. It still bothers me to some degree but, I have to, plain and simple. It stinks, but it's ok. EVERYBODY on some level or circumstance needs help. I NEVER mind helping someone if I can, I like being able to help anybody, everybody, so why should I not give that good feeling of helping someone else? Good question. I should give myself the same grace. Elle. I completely understand. We should give ourselves the same treatment we are happy to give others ❤❤. Glad you brought up, some animals are easier for different circumstances. I would LOVE a crestie, but I know...too fast for my dexterity now, so I love my leos and that's ok. Grace for ourselves and situations is A MUST ❤. YOU are wonderful and a Godsend. You are doing amazing things for So many ppl and now even more. Just in ANOTHER capacity as well 💪🏼💪🏼❤. Thank you, thank you and awesome you are an ALABAMAIAN TOO!! WOO HOO 🎉🎉 God bless you and your family, Julie from Montgomery 🙂
Aww thank you so much! Making any kind of video like this always makes me a little nervous (imposter syndrome 😅), so thank you so much for your kind words. I'm so glad that you have a support system, and that you help others when you can - I love that so much 🥹💜
I also have POTS, which was a major reason why I had to stop keeping fully aquatic pets. Just doing a water change means too many up and down movements and I'm not trying to find out what happens when someone passes out and hits a glass tank.
That 100% makes sense, and the idea of that is so scary 😅
This was a great video. It is going to help alot of people who have this's kinds of disables. So glad everybody is feeling better. Asking for help is a strength not a weakness always remember that. GOD BLESS 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
Thank you 💜💜💜
I love beardies, but exactly what you said is why I won't take one (most of my reptiles are rescues) I know me and I know I don't have it in me to take care of beardies. So I don't have one.
It's always good (and so incredibly responsible) to know your limits! Love that 💜
@ellesreptiles thank you. Great video as always, Elle! Happy to hear about your recovery. Can't believe the stroke was over a year ago now!
Great video! Glad you’re doing okay and it is nice to hear how wonderful your family is. Asking for help is hard on many of us but it is an important step to learning life.
Thank you so much 💜
This is such an important conversation to have and as someone with a chronic illness, I’ve had to make many changes to how I get things done too. I wish you continued recovery and health! Thanks for sharing your journey with us.
Thank you so much! I was nervous to make this video (mostly because I've always had imposter's syndome and it continues here 😅) It's definitely something that's unexpected, but I'm so grateful that things exist to even allow some of those changes (like timer switches or auto misters). I wish you all the best 💜💜💜
Good morning Elle, hope your week ahead is amazing!!! Glad to see you are slowly getting better but don't ever be afraid to ask for help. Just remember you aren't 100% but you are still here and struggles are going to happen!!
Thank you! Have an amazing week 💜💜💜
@@ellesreptiles you are welcome!!
I would have never known to ask for this video, but this is such an excellent video. Some of the most convenient innovations we have today are result of accessibility. This is a great resource for people with certain disabilities to give themselves an idea of what to expect if they want to start keeping reptiles. So glad you made this!
Thank you and I completely agree about innovations because of accessibility 💜
gekos r fun to watch 🤣
Yea they are 😂
@@ellesreptiles The looks they make is funny
im old and lived a long time and the only thin ive learned in this world was how to spell kanngeroe
Glad your getting better from the stroke! God was merciful ❤️ Have a blessed day!
I had a random stroke when I was 34! I just got home from the gym and I was in really good shape and it's been a little bit over ten years ago now lol. And like you said there are a lot of things that you just have to figure out things that you would probably have never even think about being a hard thing to do lol but we can get it figured out
Oh no! I hope you're doing better now! Did you continue to heal over the 10 years? Or did the healing just kinda stop?
@@ellesreptiles I pretty much got everything back that I was going to regain during the first year and then I do physical therapy some now just to make sure that I don't lose any more through atrophy lol. But it's crazy and nobody is expecting or planning for a stroke in our 30s lol but I guess it happens. And I was in really good shape when I had my first stroke. Then I had another one a few years later but it was on the other side and it didn't really affect anything that I was able to notice.
@@ellesreptiles but it's the weirdest thing. The best way that I could describe it was that it was like they deleted my operating system and replaced it with a new one that I had no clue about and I didn't get the owners manual to the new one lol. I'm not talking about with walking and things, but my attitude was just gone and I was hateful to everyone that was important to me. And I've always said that patience is a learned behavior and it had taken me 34 years to learn the amount that I had when the stroke wiped everything out. And I was left with the patience of a newborn lol
I have a picky eater bearded dragon, what was your eating in this video?
Turnip greens, zucchini leaves, bell pepper, blueberry, and zucchini flowers 🥰
my favourite snake is russel s' viper
Sand doesn’t cause impaction, calcium sand does. Tile is unnatural and hard on your bearded dragons joints. Use loose substrate! Bearded dragons live on sand in the wild, sand is natural.
Sand doesn’t cause impaction, calcium sand does.