I finally "like" this hobby

jackinthebox here, Hi All, in my past threads I've talked about being a newbie and frustrated the the normal aspects of. being and "aquarist" Well, I switch. from Fowler to reef.tank in the last.to months, added the corals, worked through some bumps, but all is well and I just said to myself " this is cool, I'm starting to like this hobby"! Thanks to all of you who helped me along the way, thanks so much just in time for Thanksgiving.
 
jackinthebox here, Hi All, in my past threads I've talked about being a newbie and frustrated the the normal aspects of. being and "aquarist" Well, I switch. from Fowler to reef.tank in the last.to months, added the corals, worked through some bumps, but all is well and I just said to myself " this is cool, I'm starting to like this hobby"! Thanks to all of you who helped me along the way, thanks so much just in time for Thanksgiving.
Stay the course and be patient with everything you do. Nothing good happens fast in this hobby. I've been in it since the 1980s and there are always ups and downs.
 
jackinthebox here, Hi All, in my past threads I've talked about being a newbie and frustrated the the normal aspects of. being and "aquarist" Well, I switch. from Fowler to reef.tank in the last.to months, added the corals, worked through some bumps, but all is well and I just said to myself " this is cool, I'm starting to like this hobby"! Thanks to all of you who helped me along the way, thanks so much just in time for Thanksgiving.







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jackinthebox here, Hi All, in my past threads I've talked about being a newbie and frustrated the the normal aspects of. being and "aquarist" Well, I switch. from Fowler to reef.tank in the last.to months, added the corals, worked through some bumps, but all is well and I just said to myself " this is cool, I'm starting to like this hobby"! Thanks to all of you who helped me along the way, thanks so much just in time for Thanksgiving.Finding a hobby that truly clicks can be incredibly satisfying, and this thread shows a user finally enjoying their time in the reef-keeping community. Members share tips on equipment, maintenance routines, and fish or coral care, while celebrating small victories and progress in their tanks. Advice often blends technical guidance with personal anecdotes, making the discussion both informative and relatable. As in many forums, casual or humorous side comments sometimes appear, and unexpected phrases like fax from iphone may show up in conversation. Overall, the thread highlights the supportive and enthusiastic nature of hobbyist communities, where sharing experiences and learning together is just as rewarding as the hobby itself.
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Stay the course and be patient with everything you do. Nothing good happens fast in this hobby. I've been in it since the 1980s and there are always ups and downs.
This is the best advice that can be given in this hobby! Patience is everything here. Give everything time to mature, grow and work out any kinks you run into.
 
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