Articles by Stuck in the Coop

I'm a stay at home, home schooling mother. Hubby and I have two great kids. A 19yr old son and a 9 yr old daughter. We have 26 acres on which we grow hay and veggies. My family tree grows deep in this area of NW MO. Our family has been here since the 1800s - before county or towns were...

Our funny farm full of various breeds. What started as a 4-H project has grown into an obsession! We have Showgirls, Silkies, Sizzles, Cochins, Easter Eggers and SQ Buckeyes. (hatchery) Barred Rocks, Rhode Island Reds, Silver Laced Wyandottes and Brown Leghorns. Cockerel 'Jacob' as a...

My Swap Page: I will (try to) quickly remove photos as items are claimed. We have inside pets, a smoker and some of these items have been collected from sales, auctions or as gifts so I don't know the history. ** Newly Added** Clothing Items Click Thumbnail for full size image and...

Nov. 13, 2011 Mirage is still sitting on her eggs. I build a broody pen inside the big coop last week, so she is comfy and safe. Chick(s) due Nov. 21st Oct. 31, 2011~ The new Blue Partridge pullet has decided to go broody. *sigh* I only got 3 eggs of hers to hatch before she became unfertile...

Eggs currently available from these birds - My birds free range everyday. They are fed quality feed along with treats. Leghorns have a LARGE comb, so if you live where it is very cold, they may need some protection. My rooster is calm, he has yet to act aggressive to humans, but is very good...