Can't wait to get involved!

[Sunshine_Chick]

Hiya Chick
I too am new. So will just say welcome

 

[Sunshine_Chick]

Welcome to BYC
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Love your chicken. What kind?

 

[drumstick diva]

Many years ago I suffered from depression, anxiety disorders, social phobias, panic attacks , agoraphobia etc. a lot due to incidents that happened when I was a small child. My time was well spent with a very good psychiatrist and eventually trials with different medication prescribed my him.

It wasn't over night but, it did change my life around completely. Everyday isn't sunshine and lollipops but neither is it a decent into the "black hole," as many term depression.

BYC does have a depression thread, which can be of good use use. When you find out others have the same - you realize you are not alone.

Welcome to Backyard Chickens, glad to have you join us.

 

[feathermaid]

I think you'll really enjoy having chickens. Many of us here find chickens to be quite therapeutic and a joy to have around. They should fit into your lifestyle perfectly. Being able to use free stuff to build a coop is always a good thing! Here's a couple searches I made to help you browse through some of other people's coops made using pallets or recycled materials:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/search/50137666/?q=pallet&t=ams_article&o=date&c[title_only]=1

https://www.backyardchickens.com/se...+recycle&t=ams_article&o=date&c[title_only]=1

Best wishes starting your new chicken adventure!

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC

Here are some links to key resources:

• List of guides on how to use the site - announcements-feedback-issues-guides.3
• Great resource for beginners = https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/category/learning-center.11/
• Good starting point for browsing the site - https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/
• Interesting feedback on how members manage their flocks -https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/topic-of-the-week-thread-archives
• Excellent source of local information - Find your State's thread.

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[Cynthia12]

Welcome to the flock
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Beautiful birds! And eggs!

 

[Cynthia12]

Bless your heart. We have a daughter that has struggled with the same thing. Since she was very young also. She likes to stay busy too. Not into animals, or gardening but is always finding someone in need to help. Sounds like you have found what works for you! That's great! WELCOME TO BYC!! I sure have found chickens to be a great way to relax. Just watching their unique and different personalities. Enjoy!

 

[007Sean]

Howdy

Thanks for joining us!

 

[Hen Pen Jem]

Greetings Nikki777, Welcome to BYC!

 

[drumstick diva]

LOVE IT Hen Pen Jem