6 Isbar that I am pretty doubtful on as they were very porous in addition to having detached air cells. I have 6 black copper marans eggs along with them. Getting 12 Hedemora eggs and 12 cochin eggs in tomorrow and Friday. :-)
Absolutely! Despite my blisters, sunburn and bruises I was incredibly proud of myself. I'm 45 and had 2 strokes last year. The fact I have the strength to build anything is a blessing. The chickens are like walking xanax for my stress levels. Just like my children, I cannot imagine life...
I had to get dry, even if it was just for a few minutes. I told my mom I'm going to have to get elastic glasses straps like they have for little kids who play sports because bending over with a sweaty face caused them to just slide on off. Yes, it is only going to get worse.
This weekend I built 2 coops from equipment crates. Every time I went in the house I would take off the soaking wet shirt and put on another one. I alternated 3 shirts each day. Chickening has really added to my laundry.
I'm here! How are you? I have 12 eggs in my incubator and 24 more coming this week. Can't wait to see what happens. Just printed off a TON of hatching information from the files here. SO MUCH USEFUL INFORMATION!!!!!
I know white, black, buff, blue, gray, splash and partridge are "official" silkie colors, but I have seen people refer to chocolate, porcelain and other colors. What all color or color combinations can Silkies have and does anyone have examples of what crosses it takes to have a chance of...
My little silver phoenix hen went brood this week. My black silkie is the only boy who has access to her so she is sitting on her eggs that are Black SIlkie crossed with Silver Phoenix and a few black silkie eggs. Can't wait to see how the cross turns out. I have some 5 week old Silver...