From early childhood, I was fascinated by the underwater world. I could spend hours sitting by the aquarium in the pet store, watching the graceful fish glide among the colorful corals. The dream of having my own aquarium settled firmly in my heart.
And then, on my 10th birthday, my dream came true! My parents gave me a 50-liter aquarium. My joy knew no bounds! I would sit in front of it for hours, studying every detail.
The first inhabitants of my underwater kingdom were the unpretentious guppies. I watched their games with affection, fed them and took care of them. Aquaristics captured me completely.
But over time, I wanted more beauty and variety. I began to study information about different types of fish and plants, about the correct design of the aquarium. It turned out that aquaristics is not only beautiful, but also quite troublesome and expensive.
In addition to buying fish and plants, I needed to buy aquarium equipment: a filter, a compressor, a heater, and a lamp. And I also needed to regularly change the water, clean the aquarium, and feed the fish. But all these chores did not cool my ardor in the least.
My aquarium has become my favorite place in the house. I could watch its inhabitants for hours, relaxing from all problems and worries. The aquarium has become my island of peace and beauty.
Over time, my hobby turned into a real hobby. I started participating in aquarium forums, communicating with other aquarists. I learned a lot about the underwater world and learned how to create unique ecosystems in the aquarium.
Aquaristics has taught me patience, responsibility, and love for nature. It has given me many pleasant moments and unforgettable impressions. And I will never exchange this hobby for anything else.
Curated by @ultravioletmag