Just need some enthusiasm honestly

[i cant think]

If you’re wondering why the title, I’ve had my worst month in the hobby so far;
unfortunately my tank went downhill this last week. First my lights melted (I was close to a fire but caught it in time). Then my steriliser wasn’t doing it’s job and ich took hold, so now two of my oldest fish (a 4.5 year old Foxface and a 3 year old Tang) have wound up being hit with ich. They seem to be alright at the moment but its only been a few days and know that it will likely just get worse before it gets better. But I am persevering and trying to combat ich the natural way - Boosting the food and putting in a cleaner wrasse to boost my cleaner shrimp. One a plus side I now have radions on my reef :)

Here’s a photo of the light and my tang with ich.

 

[N1tew0lf1212]

You got this keep on reefin on....

 

[Nano_Man]

 

[Lavey29]

I just had extensive nasal surgery and went from looking like Brad Pitt to Karl Mauldin now

 

[Slocke]

We all go through ups and downs. And you’re still one of my favorite teachers on here! You also get to play with arguably one of the smartest creatures in the world now! Are you going to get a mirror and see if it recognizes itself?

 

[jabberwock]

Have a pint on me!

 

[Lps_lover12]

I’m with you @Slocke he’s one of my favourite too! Sorry to hear about this but keep pushing through, it will be worth it!

 

[shadow_k]

Hey keep reefing !
Ups and downs are expected! Don’t let this set back get you down ! Rise up and become STRONGER

 

[HankstankXXL750 Verified Sponsor]

I have to concur that you are one of the people who has helped me a lot. I really appreciate it. You say you need enthusiasm but based on buying the radions I’m guessing your here for the long haul.

 

[Miami Reef]

It hasn’t been easy for me a few weeks ago either. I’m glad you’re still hanging in there. The hobby wouldn’t be the same without you. :)

 

[00W]

You're BOTH really needed here so just hang in there and
Thanks to the both of you!

 

[Miami Reef]

I just had extensive nasal surgery and went from looking like Brad Pitt to Karl Mauldin now

Is it just temporary from the swelling? Are you doing better now?

I didn’t know we had a Brad Pitt in the house. :)

 

[Kasrift]

I see you all the time answering questions and putting out tons of positivity for a hobby that can be very frustrating. I hope your ich problems get solved and you can save your fishy friends.

 

[Lavey29]

Is it just temporary from the swelling? Are you doing better now?

I didn’t know we had a Brad Pitt in the house. :)

Still only getting maybe 50% air in and I'm getting quite concerned that Brad is not coming back. Sucks to get old.

 

[Lbrdsoxfan]

Keep going. We all have our ups and downs. We wouldnt be reefers otherwise!

 

[Miami Reef]

Still only getting maybe 50% air in and I'm getting quite concerned that Brad is not coming back. Sucks to get old.

Sending pm.

 

[Ben's Pico Reefing]

Im kind of in same boat. My tanks were being neglected and got out of reefing. Not feeling better but cant get rid of the itch. Aging sucks. Sometimes fixable or have to wait, sometimes your stuck lol. Sometimes simplifying is needed or more automation lol. Just keep moving forward praying for yall.

 

[Cichlid Dad]

You have been an awesome mentor for many people here. I know you will get though this and gain more perspective to help and encourage others. You have helped me a bunch and it is so appreciated.

 

[Seansea]

Sorry man. This hobby can be frustrating. How did your fish get ich at 4.5 years old? New fish addition brought it in?

 

[LeonardTheWrasse]

You've helped me so much with everything I've asked about, and you're a huge help on here. This hobby sucks sometimes, but it's obvious how much you care about the livestock you keep.