I began working at a lfs in the 1990s. That gave me the courage to convert my 40 gallon freshwater tank to salt. In a few years we got our son involved in saltwater. He quickly moved into reef keeping which I had avoided. His success spurred me on. So I guess you could say I encouraged him, then he encouraged me!
Yes, it was a really good decision.
Yes, it was a really good decision.