Regular Member Lola_Granola Posted January 23, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 23, 2011 I feel like this format will help me to journal about my adventures as a "Wet" nurse ! It all began when 4 (almost 5) year old Little Breeches went on a trip to the pet store with Daddy . They came home with a 5 gallon aquarium ready equipped with a filter and overhead light. And Herman came to live with us. He's started out as a 2 1/2 inch Red Cap Oranda . This was the . Fast forward to me doing tons of research , worried for Herman's welfare in his tiny home and finding this lovely forum . And boy have I had fun! I've never seen a forum so non-judgmental, warm and welcoming. Coming to Koko's is now a daily thing for me, and I have started subscribing monthly as I don't think I could find a better spot for information and fun. I find myself reading and re-reading articles, threads and looking looking at the before and after as well as the non-planted tank photo sections. And, the proof is in the pudding when it comes to how Herman has grown and thrived. He's loving his new (and previously owned) 29 gallon tank with 2 Aqua Clear 50's and his Whisper 40 air pump with bubbles. He really enjoys swimming among the plants we've found for him. And his wen is starting to grow. I of course have also found a fish for me . Her name is Talulah and she is just a lovely shade of chocolate (for now anyway). She is, as I begin this blog, in her 3rd week in her quarantine tub (that used to be Herman's halfway house from his 5 gallon to his 29 gallon) with her "amazing" air "system" . Oh, and just to let you guys know (if you haven't figured it out already ) I have a true love of smilies! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Captain Findus Goldfish Posted January 23, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 23, 2011 Oh yey! This is going to be a good blog!!! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member blackteles Posted January 23, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 23, 2011 Alright Lola! Where does she get those wonderful toys? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member number20121 Posted January 23, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 23, 2011 Nice blog! And I always love your smilies 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member mightymill Posted January 23, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 23, 2011 That was a good read and some great smiley usage 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ashlee18 Posted January 23, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 23, 2011 Great start to your blog I'm looking forward to the next installment 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Cynders Posted January 23, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 23, 2011 This blog is so sweet Lovin' it! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Lola_Granola Posted January 24, 2011 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 24, 2011 to everyone for your sweet comments!! Gave me a big to be sure! Today is Talulah's water change and Prazi (start of week #3) day. After reading about the pickling salt and considering how she's been sittin' on that fanny most of the day (when she eats she's all over the place...and when the food is gone she goes right back to her corner and pouts) I thought a change to aquarium salt was in order. Now I do admit that using the pickling salt was lovely. But today I used a wire whisk and a bowl with warm water and it took no time at all to dissolve. I usually put her in a bowl so I can get a good look at her. Still keepin' my eyes out for any parasites! I grabbed my video camera today to share with you guys. It's not the best video...but at the end I got some great footage of her telling me off! This is why bowls stink Mama!After the water change with the aquarium salt I can tell she's already feelin' better. Here's hoping she stays off that fanny! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member amynmitchell Posted January 24, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 24, 2011 She looks spunky! Do you move her every day? Some fish get stressed with being moved. Fun blog! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Lola_Granola Posted January 25, 2011 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 25, 2011 She looks spunky! Do you move her every day? Some fish get stressed with being moved. Fun blog! I love her spunk! I don't move her daily. I only move her for her 100% WC's (the one before the prazi and the one on day 4) and even then it's only for a short time (she's very peacefully back in the QT using that bowl as soon as I have it refilled). And thanks! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member amynmitchell Posted January 25, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 25, 2011 Okay, so that isn't the reason for her fanny sitting. I think it is a qt thing and she will be the spunkiest one in the tank when she is out of qt. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Lola_Granola Posted January 25, 2011 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 25, 2011 Gosh I hope your right Amy! I've grown attached to her little fins! Thanks for your help! I always welcome any and all! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member caitie Posted January 25, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 25, 2011 What a great blog Lola! I can see I'll be over here regularly. If Talulah is about her bowl tell her she luckier than my fish, they get stuck in a 4 cup plastic measuring cup when I need to remove them. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ashlee18 Posted January 25, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 25, 2011 She is going to be so gorgeous when she gets older She looks like she is pouting in the middle. so cute. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Quasi Posted January 25, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 25, 2011 (edited) She is very good at pouting So cute and I can't wait to see how she will looks when she gets bigger with your fantastic smilies and blog Edited January 25, 2011 by Quasi 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Captain Findus Goldfish Posted January 25, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 25, 2011 Awww she is so pretty! She already has a darling wen going on! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member flutterbudget Posted January 28, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 28, 2011 I saw Talulah's twin at my local Pet$mart yesteray! I immediately thought of you 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Lola_Granola Posted April 26, 2011 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 26, 2011 My goodness it's been a long time! After having to take a break from Koko's to nurse myself back to health (this mama's not use to taking care of herself!) I'm back and happy to "see" all of my friends again! As for my little finned friends, they've had a rough time while I was on hiatus as well. Let's just say the back up fish caretakers are not as meticulous as I am. I am, however, very thankful that they were taken care of! But I digress... A LOT has happened since I've blogged last. I suppose I could start with Hermione (formerly known as Herman). I think I'll always have a soft spot in my heart for ole' Hermione. She's the reason we came to Koko's afterall! I was just looking back at her photos when we first got him/her..and my has she changed! Baby Hermione in August last year. Checking her new wen out. Well, hello there! It's been a while! Singing for her supper.....to her reflection.....might be a while! And then, who could forget Leroy (formerly known as Talulah). When I thought he was a mild mannered chocolate oranda, he showed a peaceful manner and a yummy cocoa color. Hoo boy! Things were to change! Sweet little Talulah (or so we thought) when we brought her home. Gettin' a little lighter....... I wish I had more photos of his transformation, but alas..... Would you look at Leroy the trouble maker now? Note the dorsal fin which he somehow tore up swimming around one evening. Since he's been getting salt and extra water changes....it's filling in nicely. With the color change it looks like his fins may end up white...so they look like they have holes, but in fact it's almost clear. Which freaked Mr. Petty Officer. He was afraid perhaps he did it changing the water one day, but I suspect he was trying to chase after Hermione when he did tear his dorsal. He's in LOVE! He follows her around everywhere! He does, in true bad boy fashion, steal her food. We have to feed them in the opposite corners to make sure everyone gets a share. Thanks for going down memory lane with me! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ashlee18 Posted April 26, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted April 26, 2011 They look amazing!!!! I cannot believe the transformation Leroy has gone through. Can I borrow him please? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member mjbubbles Posted April 26, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted April 26, 2011 Wow! Who would have expected that Leroy/Talulah would turn out the way he did! I'm glad you're feeling better, Lola. Take good care of yourself. mj 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member number20121 Posted April 26, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted April 26, 2011 I was wondering before in your signature about who Leroy was! WOW! What a transformation! Same for Hermione! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member kazaba Posted April 26, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted April 26, 2011 Oh my gosh it has been so long!!! They look so great, I can't believe how much they've both changed! You've done a great job with them, and I'm glad you're back 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member amynmitchell Posted April 26, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted April 26, 2011 It is so nice to see your fish again! What a transformation...amazing! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member redfish Posted April 26, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted April 26, 2011 Wow! They both look amazing. Leroy underwent quite the change, he is so pretty. Glad you are feeling better and back with us. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member molbert73 Posted April 26, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted April 26, 2011 Holy guacamole!!! I thought you got a new fish. They both look fantastic! And what a change. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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