I didn’t know it when I moved in, but the West Seventh neighborhood of St. Paul is known for its booming garter snake population. I have not been historically fond of snakes, but I am learning to like them (as long as they stay out of my house). I wrote about some of my close encounters with these critters and how my experiences pertain to exposure therapy in my April column, Being Well, in the Community Reporter. You can read more by clicking here.