Our 400 Gallon In Wall Natural Sun-Lit Reef"
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dave.m
Active member
He just came back from the doctor's and his weight is up and his BP is up and he will be eating rabbit food and fasting for several weeks to get things back under control.
The whole "treating yourself" thing is a trap and quickly leads back to bad health. Don't do it. Make your mind up now that you are going to live clean, if not for yourself then for your family's and friends' sakes - and your tank's. It's the salt that restaurants pour into everything that really kills, long before the fats do.
Been there. Ate that.
Dave.M
The whole "treating yourself" thing is a trap and quickly leads back to bad health. Don't do it. Make your mind up now that you are going to live clean, if not for yourself then for your family's and friends' sakes - and your tank's. It's the salt that restaurants pour into everything that really kills, long before the fats do.
Been there. Ate that.
Dave.M
reef_of_flames
Member
That solar electric grid sounds awesome! Imagine all the savings $$$!
LCDR Noble
Member
Joe,
Wow......... I dont know what to say that hasn't already been said on here by other reefers. My heart is heavy for your loss and I couldn't even imagine what you are going through. Im fairly new on here and read the whole tread to see the build but Kelly's story brought tears to my eyes. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time. I know you may never be the same but it will get better. Kelly may not be here physically but she is still here in spirit and you should feel here every time you sit down to admire that tank. I can just picture her sitting on the live rock just like she was sitting on the bare bottom at the start of the build.
Now I have some questions on the tank because Ive only had fish only tanks in the past and Im getting ready to set up a 300 gallon FOWLR. What type of base rock did you use and where did you get it? It looks like you started out with just a few pieces of live rock but as the year went by the base rock turned into live rock as well. Im wondering why you went with the live sand when most reviews I see on here say its a waste of money because eventually all sand turns live after time? Will I need special lighting for the live rock if I don't have any corals? I have many other questions but i will ask them in the question newby area.
Last let me say that your tank is one of the most beautiful home aquariums Ive ever seen. Im not sure if its the solar lights or what but the water looks crystal clear. Your choice in fish accent the reef with a perfect spectrum of colors.
Wow......... I dont know what to say that hasn't already been said on here by other reefers. My heart is heavy for your loss and I couldn't even imagine what you are going through. Im fairly new on here and read the whole tread to see the build but Kelly's story brought tears to my eyes. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time. I know you may never be the same but it will get better. Kelly may not be here physically but she is still here in spirit and you should feel here every time you sit down to admire that tank. I can just picture her sitting on the live rock just like she was sitting on the bare bottom at the start of the build.
Now I have some questions on the tank because Ive only had fish only tanks in the past and Im getting ready to set up a 300 gallon FOWLR. What type of base rock did you use and where did you get it? It looks like you started out with just a few pieces of live rock but as the year went by the base rock turned into live rock as well. Im wondering why you went with the live sand when most reviews I see on here say its a waste of money because eventually all sand turns live after time? Will I need special lighting for the live rock if I don't have any corals? I have many other questions but i will ask them in the question newby area.
Last let me say that your tank is one of the most beautiful home aquariums Ive ever seen. Im not sure if its the solar lights or what but the water looks crystal clear. Your choice in fish accent the reef with a perfect spectrum of colors.
willyboy
New member
Joe,
I just stumbled upon the journey of you and your wife's tank. The tank is beautiful but your beautiful wife took center stage of this thread and it was so heartwarming. I was heartbroken to hear of her illness and then her passing. I couldn't help but shed a tear. I can honestly say that it was heartwarming to see her spirit never diminish and how brave she was, and also your standing by her and taking care of her every need. You are a great man. The fact that you kept the tank going when you were so busy shows the steadfastness and bravery that both of you showed.
Thank you, thank you, thank you, for letting us into your life a little bit. You and your wife have been a blessing to all who have seen your tank's progress. God Bless.
-Will
I just stumbled upon the journey of you and your wife's tank. The tank is beautiful but your beautiful wife took center stage of this thread and it was so heartwarming. I was heartbroken to hear of her illness and then her passing. I couldn't help but shed a tear. I can honestly say that it was heartwarming to see her spirit never diminish and how brave she was, and also your standing by her and taking care of her every need. You are a great man. The fact that you kept the tank going when you were so busy shows the steadfastness and bravery that both of you showed.
Thank you, thank you, thank you, for letting us into your life a little bit. You and your wife have been a blessing to all who have seen your tank's progress. God Bless.
-Will
Really?? Congrats!
Fragaton
In Memoriam
I'm so sorry for your loss. I read from page 1. This made me cry and made me realize how lucky I am to have my significant other. Thank you for making this build thread.
jdpiii3
Member
Thank you everyone!
LCDR - the rock is from Marco Rock in Miami, ended up costing about $1 a pound with shipping. I went with live sand because I got a great deal on it. On the lighting I think you should be fine with some T5 lighting, I'm not an expert on that.
LCDR - the rock is from Marco Rock in Miami, ended up costing about $1 a pound with shipping. I went with live sand because I got a great deal on it. On the lighting I think you should be fine with some T5 lighting, I'm not an expert on that.
jdpiii3
Member
Good morning! :wave:
reef_of_flames
Member
Everything is looking really nice Joe! Hope you're doing well 
