How I made my first, CHEAP, aquarium sump

December 8, 2019

Sump filtration systems are popular amongst fish hobbyist, but in 33 years of fish keeping I have never had one on my tanks. My filter of choice is the good ‘ole under gravel. It can be a hotly debated method, but it has always served me well. Of course I have lived in places with

World’s cheapest standing desk

November 29, 2019

Standing desks are great to get you up from a sedentary chair, especially when you are at your desk all day. In my case, a standing desk is helpful to alleviate the pain of a back injury that I suffered in my teens. I would like a sit/stand convertible desk, however those cost hundreds of

The 30 gallon fish tank stand is getting an upgrade – Sides!

November 17, 2019

With Clara crawling, it is time to baby-proof the house. One big project to tackle is the fish tank. Currently the 30 gallon tank sits on a custom stand made of 2x4s. There is a shelf on the bottom, that inevitably winds up holding tank gear. It is open for all the world to see.

Free 90 gallon fish tank! Big project alert

October 29, 2019

Some of you may know- to add to the list of crazy traits I have, I love fish keeping. When I was born my parents had 21 fish tanks in the house, in fact, they met at a fish club show. Growing up I was around all varieties of tanks, from 5 gallons to 125

How I fixed my expensive broken glasses for less than $5!

August 18, 2019

I had a difficult time finding sunglasses that fit well and are comfortable. As a sailor I am particularly picky about them as they need to stay firmly attached to my face in all sorts of conditions and also be comfortable to wear. When I find a pair I like I want them to last!