Tag Archives: fish tanks

New additions to our saltwater tank!

Posted on September 2, 2025 by jjspina

We took another trip to the tropical fish store to choose some more fish for our tank. Now it looks a little fuller. We did lose one of the previous additions – a Powder Blue Tang. It was so beautiful … Continue reading →

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Limericks – Jemsbooks – Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab!

Posted on August 31, 2024 by jjspina

Here is a Limerick for one of book #10 (2018), Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab, about a pet we had in one of our fish tanks (saltwater). Clarence was quite a character and fearless and determined to do his job and … Continue reading →

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Showcasing – Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab – a Children’s Book!

Posted on January 15, 2024 by jjspina

I am showcasing today my children’s book, Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab. Clarence was a real hermit crab that was once a pet in our fish tank. He could be cantankerous at times but he was loved and appreciated by … Continue reading →

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Showcasing – Jerry the Crabby Crayfish – a Children’s Book to delight your PS-Grade 3 children!

Posted on January 7, 2024 by jjspina

This is the third children’s book that I am showcasing here for your children. Jerry the Crabby Crayfish is a story about a pet crayfish that we once had in a fish tank in our home. He was quite the … Continue reading →

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New Additions to our Freshwater Tank!

Posted on March 28, 2022 by jjspina

Recently we had some of our freshwater fish die off – Mollies. It is always hard to see this happen. They are, after all, our pets. Completely different in every way from cats, dogs, gerbils, birds, etc. But they are … Continue reading →

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Sad News about our Pets in our Aquariums!

Posted on March 23, 2022 by jjspina

We have, unfortunately, lost our beloved Puffer fish from our saltwater tank. I guess it was his time to pass. So sad. Here is a photo I snapped a while ago. He was sweet and had the biggest blue eyes … Continue reading →

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Some New Activity in our Saltwater Fish Tank!

Posted on November 2, 2021 by jjspina

I know some of you are fascinated by our fish. That is why I put in a post every so often to introduce new fish and happenings in our tank. It is a fascinating environment to watch as the new … Continue reading →

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Some More Fish Added to our Tank!

Posted on July 9, 2021 by jjspina

We now have two clown fish, three anemones, a Foxface, Lubbock’s Fancy Wrasse, Gold Spotted Rabbit Fish, a Coral Beauty and a Gamma. They all appeared so far to be getting along. I think the anemones are trying to entice … Continue reading →

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A Rascal of a Fish – our Trigger!

Posted on June 2, 2021 by jjspina

If you have been following me you know how much we care for our tropical fish and freshwater fish. My husband takes care of them and I just enjoy watching them. It takes a good deal of time and effort … Continue reading →

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A New Review of Jerry the Crabby Crayfish!

Posted on March 11, 2020 by jjspina

I am thrilled to receive this wonderful new review of my children’s book, Jerry the Crabby Crayfish. This is why I write to see others enjoy my books! It’s thrilling to receive a review. If you love a book please … Continue reading →

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