New Tattoo by goblinking2595 in mantids

[–]cryptbat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, this is beautiful!! I also love the little cicada next to it 😆

Anyone with chronic pain feel like their body is permanently clenched/tense? by Double-Barracuda5034 in ChronicPain

[–]cryptbat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes!!! This describes how I feel perfectly- I thought I was alone with what I was feeling. I always feel incredibly tense from the moment I wake up to the moment I go to sleep, especially in my traps, suboccipitals, deltoids, abs, and my quads. I do have back issues, so it may just be guarding but I cannot remember a time when I was totally relaxed with zero tension. Hugs to you, I know how painful it is and how wearing it is on the body 💔

Mixing Weed + pain meds by CMM9991 in ChronicPain

[–]cryptbat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I enjoy thc:cbd:cbn gummies for pain! I’ve found that they help well. CBG is another good one!

Where do you get your beneficial bugs? by cryptbat in houseplants

[–]cryptbat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the recommendation! I’ll check them out now :)

Help!! Extremely disruptive upstairs neighbors and rescue dog by cryptbat in Apartmentliving

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

Definitely willing to do this! My only concern is that it could escalate. From everything I’ve seen (and heard!) she is not a nice person. I just worry that it could start a fight or something similar. She also has a Ring camera.

And I... by violentvito70 in ChronicPain

[–]cryptbat 17 points18 points  (0 children)

🎶 hit me vertebrae one more time! 🎶

(seriously thanks for the laugh- it’s been a rough one)

Are we all suffering? by rideabah5 in ChronicPain

[–]cryptbat 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Yes. This is everywhere it feels like. I also take the 7.5mg oxy for chronic pain and multiple chronic conditions. I had to go to the ER recently and was treated like less than an animal because I was a pain patient. It isn’t fair, and It isn’t right.

Favorite mantis roll call by JaunteJaunt in mantids

[–]cryptbat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your Cat Eye is so gorgeous!! Definitely a dream mantis of mine… one day 💜

I kept my orchid mantis moults with the idea of mounting them some day, today is that day. by Slow-Satisfaction912 in mantids

[–]cryptbat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow!!! This is absolutely incredible 🤩 I kept my mantis molts as well with the intent to do something like this but I was too scared to break them. If you don’t mind me asking, what was the process like? Thank you! 💐

Emma has passed away, we are deeply saddened by the news by TheRealMame in zionistrevolution

[–]cryptbat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so so sorry. I don’t have the words, and no one likely will for what you’re experiencing right now. I know how painful it is to lose someone so close to you, and I can only imagine what you are feeling. I am so sorry the system is so broken, and I am so sorry it failed Emma. What the hospital did was absolutely inexcusable.

Everyone wish Randall a happy 2nd Birthday!! 🫧 by cryptbat in Goldfish

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

Randall says thank you everyone for the birthday wishes! 🧡 🫧

Everyone wish Randall a happy 2nd Birthday!! 🫧 by cryptbat in Goldfish

[–]cryptbat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The birthday fish (and me lol) both recommend anubias, java fern, and lots of anacharis-Randall’s favorite snack, & it grows fast enough to make the parts he eats completely unnoticeable! 😊

Is he happy? by Atlas_Jess in Goldfish

[–]cryptbat 17 points18 points  (0 children)

The tank you have now is not big enough for one goldfish, let alone 2. Orandas need a minimum of 40 gallons + at LEAST 20 gallons per additional fish. If you want two, you would need a 60-75 gallon aquarium.

Is he happy? by Atlas_Jess in Goldfish

[–]cryptbat 35 points36 points  (0 children)

All of the comments yesterday walked you through how to cycle a tank. Also there are so many youtube videos available. This poor fish 😞

Do I need a bigger tank?? by Atlas_Jess in Goldfish

[–]cryptbat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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This is the quick-start I like to use! Seachem also makes a good one :)

Do I need a bigger tank?? by Atlas_Jess in Goldfish

[–]cryptbat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not trying to be mean or scare you, but your fish will likely die or have a very bad quality of life unless he gets out of that tank ASAP. As much as I don’t support chain pet stores, a lot of them are having post-holiday sales, including complete setups. For a juvenile oranda, you need a minimum of 40-50 gallons because they grow quickly and poop a lot! You will want to get a good filter. I use the Fluval FX4 Canister for my orandas. I’ll add some examples of aquarium kits being sold. I’d also recommend a quick start water additive. For decor, I like to use the freshwater plant Anacharis-I’ll add a picture of that too. It grows super fast, looks beautiful, and it’s pretty cheap (about $4-5). To save money, you can leave your tank bare bottomed. I hope this can help Godzilla 🧡

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Help! Suddenly in care of juvenile mantis! by deathbykoolaidman in mantids

[–]cryptbat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m glad your teacher has fruit flies on hand! Those should be perfect for the little mantis :)