I see a snake coiled under a branch. The branch was broken off and lay on the ground, and the snake has chosen it for cover. The leaves are still green, so the branch has not been broken off long.
I see feet walking by. The snake watches, carefully plotting which on to strike. But, the fee have boots – snake proof boots.
I see the branch being picked up and thrown into the fire. As soon as the branch is thrown away, the snake leaves.
Attention was given to the branch – not the snake.
Clean the house of all dead branches.