November 23, 2010
This gave me quite a smile when I reviewed what came home in my son’s work folder from school. I love that he loves the chickens! I wonder what his teacher thought?
Category / Chickens
November 22, 2010
I spent this weekend doing my least favorite thing, fall clean-up. We typically rake the leaves six times during the fall season. This weekend was no different than any other year except for the occasional chicken that wandered by. Since we have had a few hawks in the yard this week, I had tried to…
November 20, 2010
I looked on-line this morning to see if anything was going on about keeping roosters in the town of Barnstable. There was a lot of talk this summer about roosters disrupting the peace. Thus, I have been diligently monitoring the local newspaper. Lo and behold, while on-line, I saw it. My stomach started churning. Just as I foresaw, the town’s…
November 19, 2010
I am always fascinated when I visit other peoples’ coops and chicken families. I learn something new everytime I visit. Sometimes my learning has to do with set-up and other times tricks to make your life easier. I also get to learn about breeds of chickens and issues that have required problemsolving. I love it! I love…
November 18, 2010
Yesterday we had a very soggy, windy and rainy morning. Knowing that we were expecting the turn in weather, I really wanted to clean that coop out. So the day before yesterday, it was on my to-do list.Read more
November 17, 2010
After cleaning out the garage, which was no easy or quick feat, I decided to add some quick organization tips to my blog. Funny thing, chickens are great at organizing their lives! See how they can teach you too.Read more
November 16, 2010
Rating: ***** This is an excellent book for those interested in backyard chicken raising. The authors, Kimberly Willis and Rob Ludlow, are extremely knowledgeable. Even though I am not a huge fan of the “dummies” books, I have found this book to be an easy read, not too technical and quite thorough. Topics covered in…
November 15, 2010
Well they absolutely love the new treat ball! Today it is filled with apples, lettuce and strawberries. It keeps them entertained for about 2 hours. I think that this is going to be very useful once winter boredom arrives. Plus it is an opportunity to supplement their diet with fresh organic produce. Tilly, Sunshine and Chocolate…
November 14, 2010
Today I did a major clean out of the garage. While I was doing this, I figured that the flock could get a little extra time free ranging this morning and early afternoon. As I was cleaning, I checked on the chickens now and then. Tilly, the Australorp, is the head hen. Wherever Tilly goes, the…
November 12, 2010
He finally stood still and posed for me! I’ve been back now for 4 days now and there are definite changes in the coop. Chocolate is definitely a boy! He has emerged a rooster- as the leader of his girls. I feel proud for him. He was the underdog when Peanut was around. Now he…
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