Rona made me do it!

[Lentulus]

It happened. Month after month of pandemic. No end in sight. Finished Netflix and the internet. Before I knew it, there was nothing left to do but...spend time with my family--I know right. So wading through the monotony of Disney films, Mothergoose song alongs, and fake enthusiasm, it happened. My six year old daughter poked her head up one day and said "Daddy, do you think this is cute?" Oh my, what now. I walk over and there it is, a giant blown up picture of a tarantula face. Why yes, yes I do. So she runs to show mom with all the enthusiasm that accompanies youth. Mom was unconvinced. So like any loyal husband, I immediately began to scheme and undermine her false perceptions. Yes! Spiders are fricking cute and big spiders only mean more cute! Yes! Spending hard earned currency on roaches is cool and perfectly normal! And that's how your humble author ended up in his current situation. Forums forumed, vendors vetted, spider and roaches shipped/delivered. Now exercising impulse control to prevent getting more is the big concern.

These things are cool. My daughters loves the little sling. I love the little thing. I hardly expected to find something that could bring me and my girls together on such a buddy level. Moving forward, I like the friendly nature of this forum. It's the perfect match for tarantula keeping. Dont think I can be a guy that helps out much as I know so little, but happy to be here anyways.

It's crazy. I used to catch these things as a kid with an old coffee can, and some water, then release. They're part of the local ecosystem in Southern California, but ours is breeder raised. I haven't seen a wild tarantula in over 20 years. We ended up going with a GBB. Anyhow, I only meant for a brief introduction. Hope you enjoyed, and look forward to the future!

 

[menavodi]

Hello and welcome! Yes, we have a friendly forum here. You will find everything you need to know about our hobby right here! Have fun reading and post some pictures from time to time!

 

[Thistles]

That's the most wholesome, adorable story I've ever heard. You're a good writer and story-teller.

Welcome to the tarantula fan family! Great job teaching your daughters not to be afraid. You picked a great species. They're absolutely gorgeous, even (especially?) as slings, and very hardy. They've got enough spice to keep things interesting, but not enough to bowl you over. Good luck and congrats!

 

[Konstantin]

Welcome to the forum and the addiction.
Loved your story

 

[m0lsx]

Hello & welcome to both the forum & the hobby.

 

[Enn49]

Hello and welcome. Yes we are a friendly bunch and always willing to give advice so pleas just ask.

 

[WolfSpider]

That's the most wholesome, adorable story I've ever heard. You're a good writer and story-teller.

Welcome to the tarantula fan family! Great job teaching your daughters not to be afraid. You picked a great species. They're absolutely gorgeous, even (especially?) as slings, and very hardy. They've got enough spice to keep things interesting, but not enough to bowl you over. Good luck and congrats!

Thistles said it better than I can. You, sir, are a talented writer. Welcome.

 

[Lentulus]

Have been meaning to thank everyone for the warm welcome and compliments! My wife would be the first to tell you how much I love the sound of my own voice. Moving forward, our young GBB has finally picked a spot that allows even the clumsiest of photographers to snap a shot.

Settled in for about two weeks now. The tarantula seems loiter at random locations, move, and repeat. Lots of webbing inside from top to bottom.

Zoomed in from above. Too shy to show those wonderful eyes at the moment.

If anything looks off, concerning, wonderful, or politically disagreeable, feel free to comment.
Thanks again!

 

[WolfSpider]

Nope. Looks perfect.

 

[menavodi]

Looking good! Enjoy!

 

[Phil]

It happened. Month after month of pandemic. No end in sight. Finished Netflix and the internet. Before I knew it, there was nothing left to do but...spend time with my family--I know right. So wading through the monotony of Disney films, Mothergoose song alongs, and fake enthusiasm, it happened. My six year old daughter poked her head up one day and said "Daddy, do you think this is cute?" Oh my, what now. I walk over and there it is, a giant blown up picture of a tarantula face. Why yes, yes I do. So she runs to show mom with all the enthusiasm that accompanies youth. Mom was unconvinced. So like any loyal husband, I immediately began to scheme and undermine her false perceptions. Yes! Spiders are fricking cute and big spiders only mean more cute! Yes! Spending hard earned currency on roaches is cool and perfectly normal! And that's how your humble author ended up in his current situation. Forums forumed, vendors vetted, spider and roaches shipped/delivered. Now exercising impulse control to prevent getting more is the big concern.

These things are cool. My daughters loves the little sling. I love the little thing. I hardly expected to find something that could bring me and my girls together on such a buddy level. Moving forward, I like the friendly nature of this forum. It's the perfect match for tarantula keeping. Dont think I can be a guy that helps out much as I know so little, but happy to be here anyways.

It's crazy. I used to catch these things as a kid with an old coffee can, and some water, then release. They're part of the local ecosystem in Southern California, but ours is breeder raised. I haven't seen a wild tarantula in over 20 years. We ended up going with a GBB. Anyhow, I only meant for a brief introduction. Hope you enjoyed, and look forward to the future!

What a great story. loved every word of it. had it all, fatherly devotion, love of Ts and undermining the missus. What's not to love!

Welcome to the family you and your daughter (forget the missus), she doesn't count. My motto is,.... if someone says you have too many spiders, get rid of that person, you don't need their negativity in your life.