You already know they need more space but, you've done a great job with what you have. I like that your sitting out there watching them while reading a John Grishom book. As your hens do enjoy your presence even though you can't hold them yet.
The best thing, is to keep them with fresh water and...
It's ok about the small run after all, it's your parents place and I understand.
We just wanted you to get a good up close look at the face. I'm sorry your going through this stress with your new chickens. It's a learning curve for you and you ARE doing the Best you can.
Any time, you have...
It looks like poop dirt to me. Let her dunk her beak in a bucket of water for a drink. When it comes to checking out the birds, sometimes you just have to go in there and grab them as previously suggested. My advice is to start handling them daily to give each one an overall inspection. That...