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My cheap one from amazon work one time out of ten, but really don’t like the idea of paying monthly...how much is it?

I won’t subscribe so I didn’t look at the packages. I can view live anytime for free and I can use the SD card for storage so there’s really no need. But this one does work good.
 

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Number 2 woke up today!!

This is my first time burmating. Willow is gonna be 3 in Sept and I’ve always kept her up.

The older guy Buddy my sister gave me did great!! I’ve only had him about year so brumating was scary for me.

My daughter found Willow next to our pool as a hatchling.

I did it!!

Willow
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That’s really cool!! What an expression she has!!! [emoji177][emoji177]
 

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Good afternoon! So the crawfish boil was a success! The weather was patchy but not near as bad as we expected and mostly held out. The worst came this morning. We had ALOT of people come and go and still had Three Families here this morning. We had corn, potatoes, mushrooms, eggs, shrimp & sausage in addition to the crawfish.. we had lots of cleanup but it’s finally done and the company’s gone... *breathe*. I could never do this more than once a year. All the food turned out good! IMG_1582.jpgIMG_1580.jpgIMG_1581.jpgIMG_1561.jpg
 

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Good afternoon! So the crawfish boil was a success! The weather was patchy but not near as bad as we expected and mostly held out. The worst came this morning. We had ALOT of people come and go and still had Three Families here this morning. We had corn, potatoes, mushrooms, eggs, shrimp & sausage in addition to the crawfish.. we had lots of cleanup but it’s finally done and the company’s gone... *breathe*. I could never do this more than once a year. All the food turned out good! View attachment 269193View attachment 269194View attachment 269195View attachment 269196

That looks great! I am so glad the weather didn’t spoil your fun :)
 

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Spring has sprung and the waters are warming! Got out early on the West River this morning, it leads right over/into the Chesapeake Bay.

Some shots -

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Can possibly see Maryland’s Eastern Shore through the haze. Yes...the water this morning was incredibly super calm. There can be 3-4 foot swells & waves here too.
How lovely the sky reflecting on the water is!
 

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Number 2 woke up today!!

This is my first time burmating. Willow is gonna be 3 in Sept and I’ve always kept her up.

The older guy Buddy my sister gave me did great!! I’ve only had him about year so brumating was scary for me.

My daughter found Willow next to our pool as a hatchling.

I did it!!

Willow
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Welcome back Willow! Looking good!
 

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Good afternoon! So the crawfish boil was a success! The weather was patchy but not near as bad as we expected and mostly held out. The worst came this morning. We had ALOT of people come and go and still had Three Families here this morning. We had corn, potatoes, mushrooms, eggs, shrimp & sausage in addition to the crawfish.. we had lots of cleanup but it’s finally done and the company’s gone... *breathe*. I could never do this more than once a year. All the food turned out good! View attachment 269193View attachment 269194View attachment 269195View attachment 269196
It looks like a good time was had by all!
 

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I would have thought it somehow said "your my favorite cute fart"...

Fahren is the German verb “to travel” ... a much giggled about, but easily remembered bit of school German :D

(I) Ich fahre
(you familiar) Du fahrst (Class starts to giggle)
(he/she/it) Er/sie/es fahrt (Class dissolves into laughter)
(We) Wir farhren...

It was over 40 years ago and I remember it like yesterday [emoji23]
 

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Just watching the Oxford v Cambridge University Boat Race Ladies race, although I use the term 'ladies' loosely after hearing some not very ladylike language from the Oxford cox!:oops:
She obviously forgot the mic!:rolleyes:
A win for Cambridge who looked very strong from the start.
A Boat Race update - The Cambridge men's crew also won the 165th Boat Race but it was close - too close at one point with some clashing of oars!
 

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It is not a bad strategy. I however would not be that patient.
I filled it with tap water. (Can't hardly wait) While the bacteria builds I'll be searching for better water for water changes. In pet smart today, I heard about the frustration aquarium owners in our city have with the tap water. I'll change the filter etc...I saw such a beautiful betta there the other day. Thankfully a pet smart associate bought him.
 

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Fahren is the German verb “to travel” ... a much giggled about, but easily remembered bit of school German :D

(I) Ich fahre
(you familiar) Du fahrst (Class starts to giggle)
(he/she/it) Er/sie/es fahrt (Class dissolves into laughter)
(We) Wir farhren...

It was over 40 years ago and I remember it like yesterday [emoji23]
Humour is great for helping you remember.
 

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For the most part, i just use rain water. I collect it, strain out any particulate matter, then bring it to room temperature, and add/replace as needed.
You are brilliant. I can always test it. I don't mind putting in a little extra time. Isn't that why we do what we do for fun.
 

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Good afternoon! So the crawfish boil was a success! The weather was patchy but not near as bad as we expected and mostly held out. The worst came this morning. We had ALOT of people come and go and still had Three Families here this morning. We had corn, potatoes, mushrooms, eggs, shrimp & sausage in addition to the crawfish.. we had lots of cleanup but it’s finally done and the company’s gone... *breathe*. I could never do this more than once a year. All the food turned out good! View attachment 269193View attachment 269194View attachment 269195View attachment 269196

Wow...what a setting and gathering.
 

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Good afternoon! So the crawfish boil was a success! The weather was patchy but not near as bad as we expected and mostly held out. The worst came this morning. We had ALOT of people come and go and still had Three Families here this morning. We had corn, potatoes, mushrooms, eggs, shrimp & sausage in addition to the crawfish.. we had lots of cleanup but it’s finally done and the company’s gone... *breathe*. I could never do this more than once a year. All the food turned out good! View attachment 269193View attachment 269194View attachment 269195View attachment 269196
Nice.
 

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You are brilliant. I can always test it. I don't mind putting in a little extra time. Isn't that why we do what we do for fun.

Ha. As long as it rains, you are good. I use a funnel lined with aquarium floss to strain the water of any particulates. Fill up a few gallon jugs, warm, then fill the aquarium. (Ps. I never test, all fishies are fine)
 

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I’m not good at remembering to take photos. I’m always to busy hosting! I only got these few because I was thinking of my CDR friends [emoji16]... there was another canopy over a large picnic table, another round crawfish table and people scattered throughout and up into the pasture. We had also set up a bouncy house for the kids which did get some use I the sunny moments... some crazy people (NOT ME) actually jumped into the pool which is still REALLY cold! There was a tent setup under our shop this morning, a camper set up in the pasture and every room in the house was full plus a mattress on the living room floor.. we do this for many political/business reason but it’s also a personal thing for me and my hubby. He enjoys the spotlight and I enjoy seeing him loosen up once a year:) then I’m extremely glad it over [emoji12]
 

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