Re: October 2013 Member Spotlight - Second Hand Pat
really enjoyed reading this " Spotlight " article Pat. Nice to read on your History, and Intro to Discus keeping. I recall in the late 70's purchasing a few Wild Discus down in Naples, bought some books by " Jack Wattley " and had minimal success. Also growing up in the Keys, had some SW Tanks, love our Gorgonians :-) I used to snorkle off Snipes Pt. then a Hurricane wiped out most of them in that area at the time....anyway, you were one of the first members to welcome me back, and this Forum is without a doubt the best, you, and a few others are always here to help us learn,
We Thank you :-) after reviewing your pix, gives me the itch to get more tanks, lol, beautiful pix, and again Mucho Gracia, Boyd.
Re: October 2013 Member Spotlight - Second Hand Pat
Thanks Boyd, glad you enjoyed this. I vacationed in the keys as a teenager, young adult with my family. We would go down for two weeks to lobster and fish. Those were the best times, fresh seafood every day with homemade hush puppies. :)
It was super nice to meet you and your spouse Sunday, I enjoyed our visit and hope that heckel cross fits in well with your other wild discus.
Pat
Re: October 2013 Member Spotlight - Second Hand Pat
:bandana: Wow!! What a great read. Thank you so much for the story & the pictures & your overall contributions. I've enjoyed the insight in your answers since I started here. I appreciate your time & dedication & want you to know it is well received. 31yrs on the job myself so I know a little bit about longevity & dedication. (can't wait to retire either lol lol) Keep doin what you're doin & may the angels continue to show favor. "T"
Re: October 2013 Member Spotlight - Second Hand Pat
Aw thanks T, you know companies do not value that longevity & dedication unless you are a SME or upper level manager. They want everything cheaper, faster or gone. Sort of a shame really...Yup, so looking forward to retirement.
Pat
Re: October 2013 Member Spotlight - Second Hand Pat
Sorry it's taken so long to read your spotlight, but what a great trip down memory lane. I'm sure glad you found the resources you did back in the dark days, because it's been a lot of fun watching you come out the other side.
Thanks for everything,
Keith
Re: October 2013 Member Spotlight - Second Hand Pat
On man Keith, what a trip it has been. You have been through it all with me you know and you have been a good friend. Thanks for being there, it has been most appreciated.
Pat