A look back... (pic intensive)

[Hyperion1337]

Its been 4 years since I started this amazing hobby and it feels like every day im still learning more and more. I'm soon going to close this chapter as I strive for more ambitious dreams. Being in this hobby and this club specifically has been overall an amazing experience. I've learned so much and gained so much from building that initial one gallon tank which was the start of my saltwater passion which evolved quickly into a 15 gallon nano which I kept for a good 2 years until I upgraded to my current tank (wont tell you the size or else you'd freak). I feel really nostalgic looking back at my past experiences, aquariums, fish, corals etc. Well it is my birthday today and I've hit that old age hahaha. Luckily I've kept track of my progress. So without further ado, here is a look back at my experiences.

Start!
15 gallon nano:
When I first started back in 2010


in 2011




My favorite fish that I had in that tank:


UPGRADE!!!!
2012 - Current tank
First started:


getting it wet


Cycling




2013:

 

[Hyperion1337]

Today: (2014)


Island on the right:


Island on the left:



Soon to be SPS garden: (ORA Shortcake, ORA Red Planet, Tyree Pink Lemonade)


My Zen (zoa) Garden:


ARC Poinsettias + E. Oompa Loompas


Somewhere Over The Rainbow Millie:


More Poinsettias!


Thank you all for looking! Happy reefing!

 

[rovster]

Happy birthday! My daughter turned 1 today

Nice SPS frag collection. Grow them big so we can do business down the road

 

[AquamanE]

Dan- you and I have been in contact for many years. First time was at my jobs parking lot when your mom took you there to buy frags from me.

Keep up the good work, and dont give up on your dreams. Your tank is looking awesome. One think i recommend to youngsters, unless you are looking to sell in the future, forget about named corals. Get what YOU like. Only you needs to enjoy them gorw.

If however you want to make this a college stipend like many on here have, then GO FOR IT!!!!

Congrats young man, Happy B day. Say hello to your mother for me.

 

[Jackwkahn]

dude nice

 

[cadugauch]

happy bday Dan!

 

[Hyperion1337]

Thanks guys.

 

[betamed]

nice zoas