Superman, I went to Wal Mart and got their sterilized play sand, at a cost of 2.67 ea. It took about a bag and a half and I was stupid the first time and didnt pre wash it. It took about 4 days to get good and clear. Now the second tank, For Allies Red Bahias, I washed the sand real good and it was fairly clear with in a few hours. After you get the sediment out it doesnt seem to cloud up too bad.
Mipple, I will try to get some good pics of all the kids. The tropicals dont like to sit still very long but I think the cichlids are more photogenic, so I should be able to get some of them. Between the three tanks I should be able to come up with something....lol
Thanks again all for the very kind words
Les