Getting tired... Considering shut down

[lastlight]

Originally Posted by Lampshade

One thing to look at is if you enjoy the maintenance or not. I've got a chaotic life right now that doesn't allow much time for anything at all, but the small amount of time I do get to spend on my tank I find relaxing. Recovering from crashes or just silly water changes, gets me some time to myself.

Currently I'm having to spend a lot more time in my fishroom than watching the actual tank. But I can't hear ANYTHING going on in the house when I'm in there so it is indeed a nice break even if I'm scrubbing something etc.

[cordeiro]

We shut down our tank a year ago due to too much on our plate, husband was working everyday (runs his own company) and I was pregnant for our 3rd baby it was great to not
Have the stress of the tank as it was definetly going down hill and we were losing things left right and center..... It was the best decision at the time however we are starting up a small set up again as things have cooled down in this house hold!
But I believe if you don't have the time and or energy for it the best thing for it would be to shut down for a bit even if it's just getting rid of your life stock if you do plan to be away and come back