CHlCKEN’s Grand Return 🎉

[CHlCKEN]

Oh how exciting, it’s me again! I know I’ve popped up some here and there throughout this past year, but I’ve decided I really want to re-involve myself with this community as much as I can. I figured the best way to do that would be making a thread to re-introduce myself since it’s been such a long time.

If you already know me, then you know I used to be a very active member of this community (maybe too much so lol) and honestly I’ve missed it. If we haven’t met though, or haven’t interacted in a long time, I hope we can get to know each other some.

My name is Ryan, but I guess you can just call me CHlCKEN (which is spelled CHLCKEN with a lowercase L, and yes, that decision has haunted me ever since it was made). Or call me both- I’m not too picky about it.

I’m working to become a veterinary surgeon (oh the years of school!) and am still trying to decide whether or not I want to pursue an avian specialty or not. One of my biggest passions is photography, so prepare yourselves for a lot of photos to be posted. I also do a ton of art and would love to see others’ work if they are interested in sharing.

Right now I have 11 chickens and 3 ducks, not housed together. I’ve got 3 cats too but you’ll probably hear most (and a lot) about my little barn cat, Ranger. Here are some photos of everyone:
If anyone was wondering, yes, Joy is still kickin’ it at almost eight years old now.

Again, if we haven’t met yet, please feel free to introduce yourself. I’m happy to be friends with anyone no matter your personal identity or beliefs. Tell me about yourself. I’m always open to chat when I’m around- just know that I’m a pretty extroverted person with a tendency to ramble if given the chance.

 

[Sally PB]

@CHlCKEN!!!! Welcome back!!!

 

[CHlCKEN]

Spoiler: Why I was gone (more personal-ish)

I won’t be dishonest about why I was gone; I made some bad decisions in my past that almost cost me my own life. I won’t get into it here, but if you have any questions I’m mostly open to answering anything in PMs.

A word of advice; don’t do stupid stuff! It’s never worth it. [/ISPOILER]

 

[CHlCKEN]

@CHlCKEN!!!! Welcome back!!!

It’s been such a long time, wow. Is that spirit badge new? Can’t even remember lol. How have you been?

 

[Sally PB]

Yes, BYCers thought I had enough spirit to warrant a badge, to warn people I was spirited.

Hubby and I are doing well, and so are the chickens, despite their molting and looking a bit ragged. Thanks for asking.

I have gone on at length about my goings on in my thread, Sally's GF3 Thread, if you want more in depth coverage.

 

[The Moonshiner]

CHlCKEN (which is spelled CHLCKEN with a lowercase L, and yes, that decision has haunted me ever since it was made).

Weren't you the one no one could ever tag because they didn't get the spelling correct?

 

[CHlCKEN]

Weren't you the one no one could ever tag because they didn't get the spelling correct?

Yep. When I made my account, I just wanted something easy for me to remember. Ended up with a name that is complicatedly simple. Probably should have been more creative lol.

 

[CHlCKEN]

Yes, BYCers thought I had enough spirit to warrant a badge, to warn people I was spirited.

Very!

Hubby and I are doing well, and so are the chickens, despite their molting and looking a bit ragged. Thanks for asking.

One of my birds is having a super heavy molt this year. Went half bald in just a couple of days. Never had one get so bad before lol

Not her worst angle. On the other side her neck is bare

I have gone on at length about my goings on in my thread, Sally's GF3 Thread, if you want more in depth coverage.

I’ll check it out!

 

[CHlCKEN]

@Sally PB would you tag some regularly active members for me? I’d like to say hi but don’t know who is usually around these days.

 

[Lacy Duckwing]

Welcome back @CHlCKEN!!

I don't know if we ever spoke, but I do remember seeing you around a lot (and having a hard time when I tried tagging you, lol). Good to see you back around and I hope all is well!