So snakes scare the stuffing out of me but I want to learn more about them.
A snake can be somewhat terrifying I can understand. They are legless, elongated, carnivorous reptiles.
Carnivorous?  So they don't just eat plants.  That's why I'm scared!
That's right. They are also covered in overlapping scales and they are ectothermic.
Geez.  If it bit me would I die?
Well that would depend on the species of snake. Many species have skulls with more joints than the lizard ancestors. 
Wow.  So there are lots of different species of snakes to watch out for. 
Its best to know what snakes live in your area. Those extra joints in their skull help them to swallow prey more easily.
I live in Florida.  Snakes and gators for days. 
I would imagine. That is terrifying. Snakes have paired organs to accommodate for their narrow bodies. Their kidneys for instance are one in front the other.