Thinking of getting out

[binford4000]

I believe it's time to take a break from the hobby. I have found a home for the the 150 I believe so if it all works out the binfords will be taking some time away from the hobby to concentrate on scuba diving and our new grandson. We just wanted to say goodbye to everyone on CR. Everyone on the site has been very helpfull and it is truly a great community to be part of. We will miss all of your input,quips and comments and wish all of you the best. It will be strange to not have a tank but the 20+ years has been a great learning experience and we have met so many good people. I am hanging on to the equipment for now tho just in case the withdrawals are to painful. Lol. Take care :oldman:

[Poseidon]

I totally understand the need for a break, make sure you do HOLD on to your stuff!!! I am replacing (trying to) all this stuff that I had, and it stinks. ;)

I truly believe this hobby becomes a lifestyle, and once you have been bitten, it never goes away. :D

Enjoy the time with the new Grandson, and make sure to take lots of SCUBA pics!!! I am sure Jim won't mind you posting them here.

[Manoj's Reef]

Wow...didnt see that coming. Will call you tomorrow

[MizTanks]

OMG!! I'm at a total loss for words....:( but I do understand.

[lngliv3]

Bummer... come back often....

[MizTanks]

Totally understand, I have been contemplating the same here for a while.... goodluck and enjoy the grandkid and scuba diving :)

Me too-a lot!

[jimsflies]

Chuck sorry to hear! Hope you change your mind. :)

[larryandlaura]

Best of luck with your endeavors!

[binford4000]

Thanks everyone. And I'll be sticking my nose in once in awhile and when I get the sea life camera I will post some pics too.

[MyNemesis]

Hello Mr. Binford! Sorry to read you are thinking about taking a break, Chuck. Did you have some tank issues that prompted the decision? You have created such a beautiful system with so much heart felt effort and work it just seems a shame to shut it all down. Get a bigger tank and scuba dive at home!!!!! Seriously, Chuck, best wishes, Grandpa! Don't know what I am going to do at the swaps. You were always the first and best customer!. Let me know when my corals are up for sale. HA!

[MizTanks]

Well I know I'm for sure gonna miss you around here :( I'm not happy about this at all!! UGH!! $&$%# so there!!!

[Sir Patrick]

I know the feeling Chuck. I have Had that feeling, and gotten out a few times.

Glad to hear you will be holding on to your stuff. Beleive me- you will need it.

As poseiden said- Its a lifestyle. You will be back. :secret2:

[binford4000]

Hello Mr. Binford! Sorry to read you are thinking about taking a break, Chuck. Did you have some tank issues that prompted the decision? You have created such a beautiful system with so much heart felt effort and work it just seems a shame to shut it all down. Get a bigger tank and scuba dive at home!!!!! Seriously, Chuck, best wishes, Grandpa! Don't know what I am going to do at the swaps. You were always the first and best customer!. Let me know when my corals are up for sale. HA!

Thanks John,
No crash your corals are thriving and doing well! I am not selling any of the coral or the tank. I gave it all to a fellow reefer who lost their system in a complete loss house fire. I know she will not only take excellent care of the inhabitants but if I do decided to get back into the hobby she will gladly start frags. I can honestly say I will miss our conversation and seeing you at the swaps. I always enjoyed talking shop with you and always was always impressed with the corals we received from you. If I do get back in you my friend will be the first to know ! Take care and I will be around,just under the radar. Hmmm a tank to scuba in ? Arghhh your a bad influence ! Take care of yourself

[binford4000]

Well I know I'm for sure gonna miss you around here :( I'm not happy about this at all!! UGH!! $&$%# so there!!!

I will be around ! Keep up the great work on that tank too Jamie !