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debi301

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I am new to chickens; I got my first group in mid-March. I wanted Buff Orpington's, but couldn't find any in the area. I really didn't want to order through the mail. I bought 8 Rhode Island Reds and 16 Black Australorps. One of my little Australorps didn't have eyes, or they wouldn't open. She couldn't find the food or water. I tried to hand feed her, but she died after 2 days. I went back to get a replacement, but the Australorps were gone, so I got 2 Black Sexlinks. So now I have a total of 25 chickens. They are doing very well and I'm having a blast!

I came across BackYardChickens.com back before I bought my chicks when I was looking for information about the different breeds and how to care for them. I didn't join at that time though. I now thought I should do some more research to learn more about caring for them as they should start laying in a couple months.

I love to garden and sew.

The only other animals I have at this time is two cats. Next year I'd like to get a couple goats. I'm a widow for over two years now. I was only 56 when I lost my husband. We had been married 38 years. It has been the hardest thing I've ever been through, but God has walked with me every day. I have two sons along with their wives and 6 grandchildren.

I'm really looking forward to getting to know "chicken folks".
Debi
 
I'm so sorry to hear of your husband passing. Welcome to the flock, we always have room on the roost for more.

If you go to "where am I, where are you," in the social forum - you can locate and post on your state thread. You may be able to find someone with buff orps or any other breed, in your area.
 
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Welcome to BYC!

I am so sorry about the passing of your husband. I can imagine it was one of the most difficult things you have ever had to endure.
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Chickens are good for the mind body and soul. So glad you are enjoying your flock! If you have any questions about anything, feel free to ask.

Welcome to our flock!
 
Hello :frow and Welcome To BYC! Good luck with your new flock of chickens, you should get lots of eggs from them.
You might also like to check out the Livestock forum and Back Yard Herds about goats https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/22/other-pets-livestock
So sorry about husbands passing, that must have been extremely difficult for you and your family.
 

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