Eastern Washington

[ChaeBird]

Yeah, I'm pretty happy it's only a once(maybe twice) ever kind of thing for me!

Ruth laid another egg today that is her usual size. Glad to see the gigantic egg didn't really disrupt her.

 

[chickengarden]

Congratulations, Chae! Having chickens is even more fun with kids.

Vicki, you are doing great on the world wide web. Good for you to just get out there and try stuff. I remember teaching my mom how to use the computer and I think a good thing to know is that you really just need to get in there and click stuff! Don't be afraid!

Thanks for liking my photos. I have another link for you because I think you would like this entry about the huge newbie mistake I made with our baby goats: http://saltspringsprout.wordpress.com/category/diary/

 

[Vickis Girls]

chickengarden,
You have got to publish a book sometime in the future. You've already got all this beautiful text, just keep going, and some day your work load will lessen, and you can publish. I'm serious. I don't usually find time to read, but I couldn't let this go. You really have a gift. Thanks so much for sharing your stories.

 

[chickengarden]

Oh, gee. You are sweet. Thank you.
Also, I forgot to answer your question about the unwanted male chicks. Yes, Ideal did a good job of letting me know there'd be free male chicks in my order. They only do it when the orders are small.

 

[outdoorgal]

HI! I don't have much to add to the discussion; just wanted to introduce myself. I'm married with 2 beautiful girls, ages 4 and 1. Currently living in Moses Lake with a small flock that consists of 3 Barred Rocks (Henrietta, Gertrude, and Matilda), plus 2 new spring chicks that are currently 5 weeks: a New Hampshire Red (Ms Pennyfeather), and a Silver Laced Wyandotte (Dottie). We also ended up with a Golden Sex-linked rooster we are trying to re-home for flock or pot. The Barred Rocks are nearing the end of their laying lives at 3 or 4 years. They were hand-me-down chickens from my in-laws. They said we could have their coop, if we took the chickens too

 

[Vickis Girls]

outdoorgal, Welcome aboard! You don't need to add anything to a discussion around here. Just jump in anytime.
Hope you find a place to re-home your rooster. Are you not allowed to have one in town? We're a friendly bunch, especially when the weather's crummy and we're inside. If it's nice out, you may not hear from anyone for a few days.
Well, glad you found our place. I think you're the first one from Moses Lake. I live just west of Cle Elum.
Vicki

 

[maggierose]

HI! I don't have much to add to the discussion; just wanted to introduce myself. I'm married with 2 beautiful girls, ages 4 and 1. Currently living in Moses Lake with a small flock that consists of 3 Barred Rocks (Henrietta, Gertrude, and Matilda), plus 2 new spring chicks that are currently 5 weeks: a New Hampshire Red (Ms Pennyfeather), and a Silver Laced Wyandotte (Dottie). We also ended up with a Golden Sex-linked rooster we are trying to re-home for flock or pot. The Barred Rocks are nearing the end of their laying lives at 3 or 4 years. They were hand-me-down chickens from my in-laws. They said we could have their coop, if we took the chickens too

Hi Outdoorgal! Welcome!
Wow... such a deal from your inlaws!
and like others have said... just jump in any ol' time!
Get my chicks today!!!!! Hooray!!! Getting nervous... like bringing a new baby home! haha... can't wait to see how my dogs do with them... wish me luck!

 

[Vickis Girls]

Oh maggierose, I'm so excited for you! Will you be picking them up at the P.O.? Where are they coming from? As soon as you have a chance, let us know, okay? I'll be getting mine in a couple months, so I'd really like to know how it goes. Hope it all goes well for you!

 

[outdoorgal]

Vickis girls, we are out of town so could technically have the roo. We just want a flock of all hens since we are just interested in eggs and need to keep a smaller flock.
Maggierose, yay!! Can't wait to hear about the new chicks.

 

[maggierose]

arghhh... went to pick up my peeps... they are delayed until Friday... I know that's only tomorrow but sheesh!! Oh well, they'll be home soon! I even had a dream about them last night! hahahaha... one had a giant beak like one of those beautiful parrots... think I am a crazy chicken lady already