Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[featherhead007]

Don’t make fun of Phyllis, she’s a goddess, and mentor for the members of my tribe!

 

[Kris5902]

I could have sworn I got more pictures today… but apparently not… I’ve been butchering my roof trusses the last few days in preparation for keeping the water out of our house… first order of business was stripping the gangnails off the top gable end truss this morning and convincing DH to help me flip it over before he went to work so I could do the other side as well. I absolutely need help to lift the two 33’ end trusses as they are made with a ton more lumber than all the rest. At least 2/3 heavier is my best guess. I then texted BIL and convinced him to come help me move the second in the afternoon. I unloaded the 4 trusses cut in half (for 8 pieces) down at the house after lunch. I had loaded them onto the trailer yesterday. I got the two end trusses turned into four and down to the build site. Of course I had lots of help the entire time… they just weren’t able to really lift anything or drive any nails, but they made sure I did a good job and kept me lots of company.

 

[BY Bob]

No idea at all. I did read that a small number of hens do have an anatomical abnormality that means they can't shut the poop off when they lay, and i assume that is what goes on with Dotty. When I was researching it I didn't read anything about a hen developing the condition later in life.
That said, as we age, all sorts of bits start to sag and malfunction. Maybe that is what Mary is experiencing.

I was kind of thinking along these lines. I really don't know though.

 

[BY Bob]

Spent the better part of an hour this morning out with the tribe. Started by filling water. Next thing I knew, they're all bathing except Blanche who was in laying an egg. 45 min later, they're still bathing, including Cheetah. Did he delegate sentinel duties to me?

Had to go into town with a kid. Stopped at the feed store to check on pine shavings for the coop change. Came home with 6 chicks.
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2 speckled Sussex, 3 dark brahmas, and 1 australorp. The australorp was from the only straight run, and we spent some time watching to try to pick a cockerel. Cheetah needs help with escort/sentinel duties. my son was delighted: he finally has his feather footed birds. Both the Sussex and dark brahmas have been on my wish list. I'm curious if their markings will be better camouflage. Time will tell. The 3 brahmas are a light, middle and dark tone from the group. now I'm wondering if the light one is actually a light brahma. anyway, more as they grow. no names until personalities develop.

This will be so much fun!

 

[BY Bob]

I'd like to remain part of the tribe, if that's okay. I'm sure I'll continue to read about you all. I've not been a prolific poster, but if you miss a few days of reading, you're in for it!

 

[BY Bob]

Welcome to the “Open Mouth To Change Feet” club, of which I am president.

Thanks. It's nice to have a fellow member.

 

[BY Bob]

Sleeping Arrangements

Last night Betty slept with Phyllis. Check out who she is sleeping next to tonight.

 

[micstrachan]

Nothing much happening here.

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OMG! All that fluff around that tiny, angry looking face!

 

[micstrachan]

News

A week and a half ago Mrs. Howell died during the night, leaving Maryanne all alone. After serious consideration, we decided that due to current circumstances it would be best to rehome Maryanne rather than bring in some flock mates. I don't know why I was surprised, but it was much harder to deal with that than with the deaths of our other two.

Today is the first day that Maryanne has been let out of her safety cage at her new home, about a 2.5 hour drive from us. She's keeping her distance, but it looks like things are going well. She joins a flock of six (she makes it seven)

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This is Maryanne and DW saying their goodbyes.

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While we are now empty nesters, I don't think we are forever done with chickens, but I also can't imagine we will find any that will be as affectionate with us as these have been. We truly miss them already.

Awww… I’m sorry you had to make this tough decision. It looks like Maryanne is having a good start at her new place!

 

[fuentemoon]

You are being cruel. I can’t remember why I took it into the garage. I suspect to rescue it from the cats who chew all my houseplants and then throw up.

I have done great damage to aloes by leaving outside too long on sunny days! There is a good chance yours will come back/regrow. They are amazing at healing, whether themselves or others
I have even put an aloe next to an ailing plant and had it get better!



Oh and I have had many plant eater cats thankfully my current lot are mostly better.