thanks for everyones opinion!!! I think imma go with...Keep them well feed through the week, the day just before i leave, toss in some Rosey Reds (not more then the usual) and do a 40% water change. Then the day I leave, give the usual amount of pellets and check parameters, and kiss each one of them goodbye, til i come back!!! LOL.......thanks for everyones comments and opinions!!! stay C.R.E.A.M......Oh yeah and I'll be Pbass fishing in HAWAII!!! I'll be sure to take pictures!!!ahahahaha