At least while the sun and warm weather lasts. According to the upcoming weather, with October coming up in 3 days it is about to feel like it. Our egg levels have reached insane proportions. We have SO many eggs in the refrigerator right now, especially duck eggs. Luckily we have some egg orders lined … Continue reading A Little Fun in the Sun
It remains unseasonably warm during the afternoon hours but the mornings and evenings are steadily beginning to feel like fall. As I write this I am snuggled up under our comforter with a hoodie on. So, I’ll start with the bad news. My sweet little barred rock girl did not make it through the night. … Continue reading First Days of Fall
In the midst of all the fall and winter prep and enjoying the last few summer-like days, some of our chickens have gone a little crazy. Or maybe they’re just taking after their mom. There is one, definitely not little barred rock that escapes the run at least twice a day. When I get up … Continue reading Crazy Chickens
While we continue to prep for Winter we are also utilizing the warm weather we have been getting before the true Fall weather hits. Troy let the chickens and ducks out to roam the garden for a bit and also to help mow down the grass. The chickens, especially Ruby, played in the compost bins. … Continue reading Chicky Freedom
We had quite a hot streak again the past week and quite sadly no beach adventures were had. However, I did get to enjoy my very first tailgate this past weekend at the Notre Dame vs Texas game. Many jello shots we had and it gave us a chance to let loose and have a … Continue reading Happy Chicky, Happy Nikki
This summer has had its ups and downs but no matter what has been thrown at us we have done our best to overcome and make the best of it. When it comes to our garden and our chickens, it finally seems to be paying off. Clearly our garden has not produced near the amount … Continue reading Beginning Winter Prep
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