If I lived farther out into the country, I'd have gone for keeping one rooster and xis hens of each breed I wanted. As it is I don't buy chicks. I let the hens hatch last year and may buy a new incu. I've considered switching out for new breeds. Javas and Buckeyes. In this area few folks really care about breeds. They just want chickens of any kind.
Too, I'm probably going to get some more Blue Swedish ducks. Lots of plans and dreams but not enough money. Story of my life.
Buckeyes are great. As far as i know nobody in this area has them. Wish I had room for some. I see them at rare auction sites, or on the buckeye fb page- eggs plus shipping. They are the only breed created by a woman and super hardy.