Saturday, May 29, 2010

Mmmm.... ok- this is definitely an aquired taste I guess. I personally liked it. Here is what I added to the recipe below:
1 package prosciutto (like 3 oz) torn into pieces
1 package tomato/basil feta cheese
and instead of the mozzarella, I used shredded 4 flavor mexican style cheese.
and instead of just diced tomatoes, I used garlic and olive oil diced tomatoes.
Turned out good, has a very italian flavoring to it. Served it with mashed potatoes of course!





Yesterday, a few of the committee members of the club and myself, visited with Aquatic Arts, in Ocala.
I brought home a very nice toadstool leather. (Thanks guys!)
And have positioned it to the left of my tank.
So far it is doing very well.
I am very pleased with the size of this coral.






Also, I just found out tonight that I won a free frag rack compliments of Captain Salty's of Ocala- Thanks! I will definitely put it to good use!



Today, I added a baby orange Florida Ricordea and a black sea hare to the main tank.
We picked up a long tentacle green anemone for the biocube, let's see if momma & pappa clowns will find it and host!
Monti (my haddoni) is getting exceptionally large! Very healthy. I have increased his feedings, and he definitely lets me know when he is hungry- reaches out for lunch! lol

I also started dosing vodka in the main tank only. As an experiment on nitrates. Right now, (since I feed a bit heavy for all the corals,inverts,fish,etc)- I stay between .3 and .4 - I am wanting to drop down to 0. So for those that have not tried this technique yet, stay tuned, I will give updates. For those that have and do use vodka or vodka/vinegar dosing methods- drop me a line! I would love to hear your feedback on how you think the results came out.

Well... goodnight everyone. I wish you all a very Happy Memorial Day weekend. Be Safe!

Thursday, May 27, 2010

Those that know me, know the crazy goings-on that have been going on....is that a sentence?
Anyhoo, for up-to-date info regarding the requirement for hobbyists to obtain a license to sell marine species, please remember to visit this link:
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1849850
And feel free to post any comments, concerns, or questions you have. Be sure to pass it on to anyone you know who owns a saltwater tank.
We have gotten alot of great feedback and cooperation from the FWCC, so we will keep you updated.

In doing some surfing on the web, posting this link in various forums that I am registered with, I stumbled upon a new forum:
http://www.captivereefs.com/
A very welcoming site, quick posting, easy navigation, and there are daily contests, and games.
There is even a live chat room, to get to know your fellow reefers better!
If you are into reef-keeping, then stop on by, and register- remember to say that Chelle's Ocean referred you, lol and you will be helping me win a prize for referrals!

Ok, all, I've gotten several emails regarding my Etsy shop....I will be opening it up for orders shortly. I am in the process of making some more soaps, and lip balm. Will post a heads up when it is stocked up again.
In the meantime, I would like to share a recipe I will be trying tomorrow, and hope you like it.

Bruschetta Chicken Bake
(recipe is courtesy of KraftFoods Food & Family magazine,2008)
Prep Time: 10min   Total 40 min  Makes 6 servings @ 1 cup each
1 can (14 1/2 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (6 oz)  Stuffing Mix, Chicken Flavor
1/2 cup water
2 cloves garlic,minced
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken,cut into bite size pieces
1 tsp dried basil leaves
1 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Heat oven to 400'. Mix tomatoes, stuffing mix, water and garlic just until stuffing is moistened.
Layer chicken, basil, cheese and stuffing mixture in 13x9  baking dish.
Bake 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
*** I plan on making a few alterations, and will let you know tomorrow when I post how it came out.
If you decide to give this a try, post a comment on how you liked it, and if you made any changes.

Good night to all...........Sweet Dreams!


Thursday, May 6, 2010

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Sunday, May 2, 2010

Today was scheduled for a committee meeting - for our Reef Club.
We covered several topics, to be discussed further in detail at our next couple of meetings.
Everything is looking great - we have a nice build up of members-to-be so far.
Our next meeting is scheduled to be at Ian's home- again, if you wish to get further information, please jump onto our forum:
http://ocalareefclub.phpbb3now.com/index.php
and look under Kingnai's post. He has a nice DIY project he will be demonstrating...but I'm not gonna tell ya what it is.....
you have to go to the forum to find out!
Again, as always, if anyone in the area is interested, please feel free to come visit and join our club.
We'd love to have you!




I am in the process of trying to catch a few fish from my tank....lol these little buggers know I am wanting them out and they are making it very hard. These are sneaky sneaky fish!
I will be posting between fish catching, so feel free to comment as usual- and I will get right back to you!

I went to one of the LFS today, to pick up a green bubble tip anemone, for my clowns, BUT the silly little thing would not be bought! He pulled himself so far into the rock, that (Connor) the fish guy said he would try while I was at the meeting....but no luck- still hiding in the rock. So I moved my small pearl white bubble tip to the biocube in the bedroom, and we will see if the clowns like it.

I am in the process also of fragging out some more coral. I will post photos of these when they have been given ample time to attach themselves to the plugs/rocks - and ready to deliver or ship.
All prices will be stated with each photo- so if you have any questions, you know I am only an email away.

I wish everyone a great evening, I am getting to all my TwitterMoms, promise! I will be on there tomorrow, to play catch up again. Thanks for following and I will see you tomorrow!