That's a trial for sure. Have you found any work?Been a long time... a recently a very rough time.
Lost 6 birds overnight a week ago for no known reason - disease seems most likely as spring is coming in and we are already seeing migratory birds. Several very wet poops found. There were no signs of disease coming on though. It got quickly. Down to 2 herbs from 8. Not sure if I will be investing in more or not just yet.
Outside of chickens, I lost my job last month after nearly 13 years with the company. I was in middle management and several of us were let go in a management restructure. Applying and interviewing... and canceled our vacation. Of course I just bought a brand new truck and a used camper. That's just the way it goes I guess.
To top it off, I had to do an emergency home repair after finding I had two base plates and 5 studs rotted out in a load bearing exterior wall. Corner owner was fond of flower beds, and had one located against the house with dirt against siding above the foundation - allowing moisture to get to around the siding and into the sheathing and studs.
In a positive note, gardening season is coming. I always start in late February. We started various tomatoes, bell peppers, several herbs, Swiss chard, kale, lettuce and spinach.