Goodbye, Mr. Fish

Offspring the Third's pet fish, Mr. Fish, has gone to meet his Maker.  Mr. Fish had been hovering slightly sideways in the water for several days, and then ceased swimming entirely and rested, nose up and tail all the way down.  Finally, he expired and sank.  We have buried him At Sea.

Offspring the Third had been given multiple notices regarding the imminent departure of Mr. Fish:  "He's been swimming funny the past couple of days.  Remember how old he is - he might pass away soon. He's had a good, long life with us."  He handled Mr. Fish's demise well.  He was a bit sad, but knew it was Time.

As we marched solemnly to the bathroom to flush Mr. Fish, he stated plainly:

"Next time, we should get a gecko."

Oh, dear.

This handsome gecko, who will not be coming to live with us, was found at http://physicsworld.com/cws/article/news/2008/oct/09/physicists-pull-off-the-geckos-feat.