10 years ago, I had a collection of bettas. My first was my favorite, and we went through a lot together, including his bout with cancer. Once they all died, I was betta-less for several years. A few years ago, I felt I really wanted another betta, and I bypassed some gorgeous little guys in favor of a weak, dull looking yellowish guy who seemed to have a personality like that of my rock star betta of old. While not the flashy butterfly/mustard gassy style I have always been drawn to, he was a pretty thing in his own right once he got settled in a clean, heated tank. I lost him this winter, and I don't know when I'll get another.
Merlin: