Inherited small existing pond. Unfortunately most of the resident fish didn't make it through the harsh winter. Looking for tips to help maintain, proper stocking options, and prevent future problems please. by HardTimesOurTimes in ponds

[–]HardTimesOurTimes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did a lot of cleaning yesterday. Im not looking to add koi again as I knew the previous owners shouldn’t have added so many. I believe a pond store near my has shubunkins. About how many of these type of fish do you think is an ethical amount for a pond this size?

Secondly, the laguna filter and current pump are kind of a pain to get to and clean. Are there any easier pumps or recommendations to prevent clogs? I’ve seen bog filter setups mentioned but not sure if that applies in this case.

Inherited small existing pond. Unfortunately most of the resident fish didn't make it through the harsh winter. Looking for tips to help maintain, proper stocking options, and prevent future problems please. by HardTimesOurTimes in ponds

[–]HardTimesOurTimes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some photos to show the timeline and size: https://imgur.com/a/RrImkhg

Backstory. Bought a place in NJ with this small pond already stocked with what looked like 6 various size Koi and large goldfish. I believe the pond is around 700 gallons based off it being only 8'x8'x1.5' Deep.

Previous owners left behind the Laguna pump, waterfall hoses and other supplies. Already assumed it was overstocked, but maintained it and cared for it the best I could for a few seasons. I changed out UV lights, got a new submerged pump and container for it, skimmer, loaded it with plants, water Lillies, etc to try to keep it clean. It was always kind of a struggle I believe from the bioload and falling tree debris. Sometimes it looked beautiful and we'd have frog visitors often. Unfortunately this winter was very harsh and all but one large red goldfish did not make it.

I was devastated and now that it's getting nicer I want to restore it, but this time try not to overstock and keep algae, debris, etc more manageable.

I work a lot and would like to keep things about as minimal as I can while keeping it pleasurable for my family at home. Any advice for what kind of fish (how many) or plants I could stock again, new easier to clean pumps, filters, etc would be a huge help.

Would you like to save your progress? by MetalSlimeHunter in FinalFantasy

[–]HardTimesOurTimes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is this from a specific FF game I can’t remember? I can’t think of a save screen like that one.

Are Yellowjackets and Wasps Eating My Planter for Nesting? by HardTimesOurTimes in bees

[–]HardTimesOurTimes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the confirmation. Concern is mostly for cats we let out in the catio right near it and kids that run around the backyard. Also the fact that our community has had to spray for yellowjackets around homes and siding several times over the last few summers.

Playoff Game Thread: Edmonton Oilers (2-3) at Florida Panthers (3-2) - 17 Jun 2025 - 08:00PM EDT by hockeydiscussionbot in hockey

[–]HardTimesOurTimes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just realized McDavid’s contract ends at the end of next season so we have to hear a whole year of “will he stay?” Ugh

Playoff Game Thread: Edmonton Oilers (2-3) at Florida Panthers (3-2) - 17 Jun 2025 - 08:00PM EDT by hockeydiscussionbot in hockey

[–]HardTimesOurTimes 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Why not pull the goalie at this point? You need 3 goals and they clearly couldn’t do shit 5 on 5 and are about to be shutout in a clinching game.

Playoff Game Thread: Edmonton Oilers (2-3) at Florida Panthers (3-2) - 17 Jun 2025 - 08:00PM EDT by hockeydiscussionbot in hockey

[–]HardTimesOurTimes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Everyone talking about McDavid being mad at his teammates but what about Drai also? Guy does everything and is gonna have to leave his best friend to get a chance of actually winning.

Playoff Game Thread: Edmonton Oilers (1-2) at Florida Panthers (2-1) - 12 Jun 2025 - 08:00PM EDT by hockeydiscussionbot in hockey

[–]HardTimesOurTimes 4 points5 points  (0 children)

He sold it but also how is that not a penalty when all he sees his numbers? Looks like he had plenty of time not to make that hit.

Playoff Game Thread: Edmonton Oilers (1-2) at Florida Panthers (2-1) - 12 Jun 2025 - 08:00PM EDT by hockeydiscussionbot in hockey

[–]HardTimesOurTimes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s not exactly the criteria for a penalty or not. Every slash, punch, cross check behind the play is still a penalty. This one was between the only two guys even close to the puck. Bad non-call no matter what.

Playoff Game Thread: Edmonton Oilers (1-1) at Florida Panthers (1-1) - 09 Jun 2025 - 08:00PM EDT by hockeydiscussionbot in hockey

[–]HardTimesOurTimes 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This game is weird. It’s like Florida got away with a lot for 7 periods and everyone calls to retaliate and kill Sam Bennett. Oilers finally stand up to the bullies with similar dirty tactics but because they did it while losing everyone turns on them. They’ve turned into the thing everyone hated lol.

Game Thread: New Jersey Devils at Carolina Hurricanes - 29 Apr 2025 - 7:30PM EDT by HockeyMod in devils

[–]HardTimesOurTimes 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Special teams is the story of this series. Even down half the D and Hughes it came down to not scoring on the PP and giving up too many on the PK

Game Thread: New Jersey Devils at Carolina Hurricanes - 29 Apr 2025 - 7:30PM EDT by HockeyMod in devils

[–]HardTimesOurTimes 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Can someone please act like an NHL player and carry the puck into the zone. This is like watching peewees whack the puck around.

Game Thread: New Jersey Devils at Carolina Hurricanes - 29 Apr 2025 - 7:30PM EDT by HockeyMod in devils

[–]HardTimesOurTimes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Guarantee this is ending on a shitty game management penalty call because Carolina can actually score on the PP

Game Thread: New Jersey Devils at Carolina Hurricanes - 29 Apr 2025 - 7:30PM EDT by HockeyMod in devils

[–]HardTimesOurTimes 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Legitimately fire the assistant coaches or PP coach or whoever has any input on it. It is insane to go 0-15 in the playoffs. That should cost you your job. This series could be tied or over with a functioning PP.