When my last job went out of business on St. Patrick’s Day, I was put in a position where I needed to find a job quickly. It took a month, but I was finally hired for a job with Hertz Rental Car. Several days later I learned that they hired three people for two openings and since I was the last in, I was the first out.

After I was hired, a woman called me about a job working for a company that maintains aquariums. I turned it down because I just got a job but when that job was taken away I called her back and she hired me that day. That was six months ago and I am still working with fish. During that time, I come to believe the most interesting aqurium fish is the Blackspotted Puffer Fish, also known as the Dog Face Puffer.

This fish comes in a variety of colors.

It seems to recognize humans and will look at you with those big eyes. They are also friendly, and some will let you pet them and even handle them.

I only have a freshwater tank at home but if I had a saltwater tank, that would be my first fish. The only drawback is they have sharp teeth that they need to keep trimmed so expect some chewing. We have some accounts where we can’t put plastic plants in the tank because the puffer will chew them into little pieces.

On another note, I am still looking for people to review both of my recent books, Identity Crisis and The Last Healer. I have two copies each that I am willing to give away in exchange for a review. Just send me an email to cehuss (at) tampabay (dot) rr (dot) com and tell me which book you want or both. I will send anywhere in the United States. If you live outside the U.S., I’m still willing to send you a book as long as the postage is reasonable.