I lied

[Esther]

  Remember when I said I wasn't ever getting any more Koi because all 10 of mine died last winter, the largest being 22" and 4 pounds? Well when I told my DH that the pond had lost it's appeal since my beauties were gone, he said, "Well you might as well get some Koi then." So I did what I was told today and got two. The place I bought them has a whole bunch of butterfly but they are in quarantine until the 21st. I think I'm going to put it on my calendar.


Cindi bought me 3 little Shibunkins but I haven't seen then since they were put in the pond Saturday. Then today as I was walking past the pond I heard a loud splash and saw a good sized frog jump in. RAHHHH I have a frog already. Then a neighbor brought a painted turtle over Saturday. His shell is about 5" from stem to stern. I suspect he won't stay long.

[Julles]

Esther, as far as I'm concerned, a pond isn't a pond without a few koi.  I do hope you decide to get some.  They're just so full of color, and you gotta love that raucous personality!

[miguynmkoi]

  Cuties for sure!  Congrats on the new additions.  Can't wait to see the butterflies!

[marla]

Yep once you have them it's hard not to want more, they are very nice....that Orange one is looking a little plump, maybe a female???  Go for it and get the butterfly....just don't overstock as you know how big they can get   Hope you have a much better winter.

[Esther]

Marla, that is exactly what I said about the orange one. Within 24 hours, some of the goldfish were following that one around with their nose up her rear, acting pretty interested.