Photos of my 55 gallon Planted Tank

Here are some photos I took of my new aquarium as I was setting it up. There are not any fish in it quite yet. I also need to add more plants. But it is a beginning.

Take a look:

Setting up the substrate and the rock stack for the cichlids.

 Small cave made up of Cat's Paw granite from Stone Mountain, GA

 Another shot of the rock stack.

 Shot with all the rocks together.

Close up of the rock stack.

 These pictures show the entire aquarium. 

I would love to hear what you think.

Cheers!

Musings on Creating a Sacred Space--pt. 1

Since last summer I have been thinking on and off about creating a sacred space that will be devoted to thinking, meditating, practicing my yoga, and simply being. I would like the following items in my space:

1) moving water
2) rocks
3) plants to attract birds, bees, and butterflies
4)permanent place for yoga, meditation

As I have 3 large dogs, I decided to fence off my space so that it will be a protected preserve that will harbor contemplation and quiet.

This area will be in the back of my yard beneath and around a willow tree. The tree anchors the space and will allow it to breath.

I will take pictures in the next few days to show the beginnings of my space.