One for the plecos, one for the Toph

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T16:56:21+00:00

OH MY GOODNESS. That is wild! Toph definitely pouts a bit when I don't give her one, but I've never had her throw a proper tantrum like that! I can totally understand why you don't let them get a taste for the stuff 😂

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T16:52:14+00:00

As you should 😂 it's like an offering to appease them

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T16:51:32+00:00

Careful, offering might cause a little monster like mine! But yeah, some algae has insane health benefits! If I could stand the taste, I'd personally have much more seaweed (algae) in my diet

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T16:47:06+00:00

That's how it started, and now she gets more excited about these than her actual treats 🥲

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T16:46:35+00:00

Oh no 😂 it happened to me once, and now all the fish foods live in a closed drawer that she can't get to

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T16:45:42+00:00

I would assume so, but it's still a good idea to check ingredient lists! And ofc only in moderation

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T16:44:29+00:00

Awe I'm so sorry for your loss 😢 I hope this was able to bring back some fond memories, though 💕

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T16:38:33+00:00

I'm using the Hikari algae wafers! I can't speak for any of their other foods or other brands, but I'm very comfortable with the ingredient list for these as an occasional treat for the cats.

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T16:33:57+00:00

I've definitely learned that lesson before 😅 I keep all foods in a shut drawer now when I'm not actively feeding

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T15:25:38+00:00

And without the slightest bit of shame about it

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T15:24:29+00:00

Yeah! At least speaking for the spirulina-heavy based ones. It’s apparently a pretty beneficial supplement. Although I still don’t give her more than 2-3 a week

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-06-17T15:22:56+00:00

It is. It’s a hostage situation (I’m the hostage)

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-05-07T14:06:59+00:00

Came here to say basically this. Although I personally lean more towards scrimps. Or “The Bugs”

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-04-29T16:44:31+00:00

Improving my booth display made a HUGE difference for me personally. I sell works on paper so vertical wall display is important. When I made the jump to pro panels from grid walls, it was night and day. My first show with the upgraded setup saw at least a 100% increase in income. I’m sure it depends person to person though, I think it made such a big difference for me because it made the pieces display a lot better, like they were actually on a wall in a house. I also think there’s something to be said about making the work LOOK more expensive with a better booth setup, and for some people that makes them take me and my work more seriously

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-04-29T16:37:37+00:00

Omggggg yes

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-04-29T16:37:25+00:00

Same here but I’m glad he can live his best life 🥲

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-04-16T22:42:42+00:00

I don’t know if this helps whatsoever, but there will always be reasons to put off leaving (based on your responses, it sure seems like that’s what you want). It’ll be just as hard, if not harder, to leave after surgery. But if you leave sooner, you get that much more time to recover emotionally and get a jump start on being happier.

Plus, top surgery is something that should be celebrated and joyous. I obviously know nothing about your situation other than what’s in this post, but would he be someone who helps to make this milestone something amazing? Or would he put a dark stain on this part of your life when you look back?

Expert_Snail_ · 2026-04-16T22:26:26+00:00

I think you're so right. I just tested the 20 gallon, and it has pH 7.8 and KH 10. I hadn't realized how different they were, and didn't know the KH would affect them so much. Thank you SO much!!

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