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I've seen our local crow family chase a hawk off on more than one occasion. They also woke me up one morning around 5AM circling a fox near the coop. They are protecting their territory, but are not protecting the chickens. Keep your youngsters safe. The hawks can and will take out a crow if...

Ok, so I'm reading this as I'm enjoying my nice glass of white sav. blanc. I say they just haven't found the health benefits of white wine yet.

This is yummy: Brew a pot of coffee. Let it cool a little, add sweetened condensed milk to taste. Place everything in the fridge to make it nice and cold. Stir it before pouring. Over ice if you like. note: do not use ice cubes to cool the brewed coffee - it will water it down.

Hi, Congrats on the little one! Exciting! As far as the fox goes, dogs wont help unless you have them out guarding 24/7. I have 2 out back all the time peeing/pooping and my fox doesn't care. He's been around every day for the last few weeks. We are on his route now, I guess. (Excepts...

When I ordered from Ideal, they had my order early ready as well. But the move up wasn't required. I think the message is asking if its OK for them to move up the date. Leave a message and tell them it will not work for you.

Glad I joined this discussion - some excellent info being given. mulia24, i know its hard sifting through all this information - some things may not even be available to you. It may take a bit longer and cost a bit more, but cooking your own food is the way to go. I remember being a student...

Fraurloth, Sorry about the return of the ichies! My eczema is fairly controlled now as well. The baking soda water is interesting - playing with body acidity? Sorry to steal the thread, OP! I did want to add that eating healthy fats helps as well (for the eczema too). Eat walnuts, flax...

LOL! Glad this post is still out there. I'm as happy as everyone else - can't believe the hubby was keeping such a secret from me. I proudly served deviled eggs for New Year's this year. A new tradition!

I have to agree with Fraurloth. So many dermatologists claim that diet doesn't affect acne. My personal experience says otherwise. I have very sensitive skin (eczema and rosacea), so there are not many creams I can even use. I do notice a huge difference when I am eating better (sugar is...

I have 3 white silkie roos from Ideal Hatchery that need a home. Hatched 4/22/09. If you take all 3, I can meet you somewhere. If you want to pick a certain roo, then its pick up only. Thanks! (not a double post - i have self blues and white silkies available)

I have 3 self blue silkie roos from Ideal Hatchery that need a home. Hatched 4/22/09. If you take all 3, I can meet you somewhere. If you want to pick a certain roo, then its pick up only. Thanks!

LOL! I'm so happy to have been able to share this. I was in the same boat - couldn't get a decent peeled egg. How did I miss my hubby boiling eggs the last 13 years??? 3 cheers for a beautiful peeled egg!

I had a fox do some damage to one of my girls a couple weeks ago. It got in our fenced backyard and then jumped into the chicken run(which has now been upgraded). It was about 7:30AM. The predators are in high gear this spring. At least for me. My girl is doing much better. We named her...

Yep - cant beat the price! I wasn't planning on processing anything this year. I guess if they don't find somewhere else to go... I even requested no packing peanuts when I ordered(and pay the insurance). Guess they didn't punch that in the puter. sigh. Did you have a big order? I...

FREE! I received 9 male chicks with my Ideal order today. They are orange, cute, and spunky. Have not looked into what breeds they might be yet. I'm in lower Fairfield County. Thanks.