David Wilson Out and About

05/06/2026

https://youtu.be/L06T7iv0ewk?si=YkjsYs_o9QMGWTFr

The SICCE Nano Micron Compact Internal Filter is a compact aquarium...

04/06/2026

Although the rain and thunderstorms disrupted my outdoor plans this week, they gave me the perfect opportunity to focus on creating aquatic content. I scripted, filmed, produced, and uploaded three review videos to YouTube, with each video scheduled to go live two days apart.

04/06/2026

A failed heater can wipe out an entire aquarium overnight. So is the Hygger HG273 a dependable choice for your fish, or just another heater making big promises? Let's find out.

04/06/2026

Think all nano aquarium filters are basically the same? Think again.

This Friday, 5th June at 7am, I'm putting the Sicce Nano Micron Internal Filter to the test. Is it the perfect compact filtration solution for nano tanks, shrimp setups, and bettas—or just another overhyped filter?

Join me as I unbox it, install it, and find out whether this tiny filter delivers big results.

📅 Public on Friday, 5th June
⏰ 7:00am

Set your reminder and don't miss it!

04/06/2026

Retirement – this is how I roll:

Up early, making scrambled eggs on toast for breakfast. Then comes the first challenge of the day: I throw the three eggshells across the kitchen into the bin.

Depending on the result, I decide what sort of day lies ahead.

3 shells in the bin: It's going to be a great day.
2 shells in: A decent day, but proceed with caution.
1 shell in: Best keep expectations low.
0 shells in: Back to bed. The universe has spoken.

Who needs horoscopes when you've got eggshell basketball? 🤣

PS: It is going to be a great day.

03/06/2026

The Nano Betta Project videos are now underway. Today, I recorded two videos: an introduction to the project and a review of the Sicce Nano Micron filter. The filter review is scheduled for release on Friday.

I must admit that I was a little tongue-tied in places, largely due to the distraction of the tarmac crew working outside my home while I was filming.

Welcome to Episode 1 of The Nano Betta Project!In this first vide...

02/06/2026

I’ll be stepping aboard the Nao Victoria later this June. Will I film the experience? That depends on how crowded it is when I visit. While handheld cameras are permitted, their use must not interfere with other visitors’ enjoyment. So, I may end up producing a documentary-style video about the history of the Nao Victoria—or I may simply enjoy the visit and leave the camera in my shoulder bag.

The Nao Victoria replica is a remarkable 27-meter floating museum, faithfully recreating the 16th-century Spanish galleon. As the only exact replica of the vessel that completed the first circumnavigation of the globe, it features four authentic timber decks, a captain’s cabin, and meticulously reconstructed living quarters that offer a glimpse into life at sea during the Age of Exploration.

01/06/2026

I’ve decided to use Scottish pebbles as the hardscape in my betta tank. The plan is to start with 50–75mm stones and grade down to 10–20mm for a more natural look.

I was all set to order from Wickes and have them delivered, mainly because each bag weighs 25kg and my enthusiasm for heavy rocks mysteriously vanishes when lifting is involved. Before placing the order, though, I thought I’d do the sensible thing and read a few reviews.

One review genuinely made me laugh:

"Lovely stones, about the size of a small hand."

A small hand.

That’s the kind of precision measurement engineers dream about.

I immediately found myself wondering: how small is a small hand? A toddler’s hand? A Victorian chimney sweep’s hand? An adult with unusually tiny hands? It’s right up there with "about as long as a piece of string" and "roughly the size of a medium potato"—measurements that somehow tell you absolutely nothing while sounding oddly helpful.

31/05/2026

Although I post regularly on this page, I rarely share anything on my main profile. Since this page serves as the gateway to my YouTube channel, it feels like the right place to talk about my interests, hobbies, and my passion for promoting both physical and mental well-being.

Over the past five years, I’ve increasingly become a "stop the world, I want to get off for a while" kind of person. Life today often feels rushed and impersonal, with everyone constantly moving on to the next thing.

At the risk of sounding like a grumpy old man, one thing I genuinely dislike is the rise of generic, one-click messages—such as many of the birthday messages I received on my main profile today. To me, they often feel less like a personal gesture and more like a response to an algorithm-generated reminder. It can seem as though people are sending them out of obligation rather than genuine thought.

If you know someone and value them, surely twenty seconds is worth investing to write a heartfelt sentence of your own. A few sincere words mean far more than a pre-written greeting selected with a single click.

I have no issue with birthday reminders themselves—they can be useful. But whenever I send birthday wishes, I always take a moment to write a personal message. For me, that small effort is what makes the gesture meaningful.

In fact, I find receiving generic, automated greetings somewhat disheartening. Because of that, I’ve now hidden my birthday from public view, hopefully sparing me from the annual algorithm-prompted messages next year.

There were quite a few birthday wishes from people who know me today, as well as from those who have been part of my life in the past. I’d like to sincerely thank everyone who took the time to send a personal message wishing me a happy birthday, whether through Facebook, WhatsApp, or a text. Your kind words, thoughtfulness, and warm wishes were truly appreciated.

31/05/2026

Birthday boy! That came around quick — time flies when you're expertly avoiding acting your age..

Spiritually, a Blue Moon represents amplified energy, second chances, and deep release. Because it is a rare second full moon in a single calendar month (or a 13th moon in a year), it serves as a "cosmic bonus round" that urges you to clear out old emotional baggage and manifest new, long-term goals