What did you do over the summer on your farm or residence? Did you add a new species of poultry or livestock and how did that go? Did you build a new coop or barn, we would love to see photos! Were there equipment breakdowns at the most inopportune time, (tractors, haybalers, front end loaders) and how did you go about fixing them? Did you take a vacation to get away for a spell and where did you go? Or did you just pull up a lawn chair and with a good book to read, admire all you have created over the years. What ever left a big impression on you this past summer at your farm or residence we want to hear about it! Rants, raves, tell us all!
Nothing too exciting for the beginning of Summer but then around the end of August, this little fellow came out of the woods one day and stuck around. Definitely a rooster but he doesn't crow nor does he have his spurs. I have no idea where he came from. He appeared at a time when my depression was at its worst and he has made it better. Each time I go to feed, here he comes running to meet me, follows me back down to my chicken pen and gets pets while he eats. I've got an idea of how to house him separately with my smallest hen since I have a massive rooster already (Roo Roo - around 1ft tall & 13-15pds) but at the same time, I love seeing him come running when I call chickie chickie to let my feathered friends know I'm coming to feed. Also, Spot won't let hubby touch him, only me. This summer, a rooster emerged from the woods and choose me.
Nothing too exciting for the beginning of Summer but then around the end of August, this little fellow came out of the woods one day and stuck around. Definitely a rooster but he doesn't crow nor does he have his spurs. I have no idea where he came from. He appeared at a time when my depression was at its worst and he has made it better. Each time I go to feed, here he comes running to meet me, follows me back down to my chicken pen and gets pets while he eats. I've got an idea of how to house him separately with my smallest hen since I have a massive rooster already (Roo Roo - around 1ft tall & 13-15pds) but at the same time, I love seeing him come running when I call chickie chickie to let my feathered friends know I'm coming to feed. Also, Spot won't let hubby touch him, only me. This summer, a rooster emerged from the woods and choose me.View attachment 4222333
Nothing too exciting for the beginning of Summer but then around the end of August, this little fellow came out of the woods one day and stuck around. Definitely a rooster but he doesn't crow nor does he have his spurs. I have no idea where he came from. He appeared at a time when my depression was at its worst and he has made it better. Each time I go to feed, here he comes running to meet me, follows me back down to my chicken pen and gets pets while he eats. I've got an idea of how to house him separately with my smallest hen since I have a massive rooster already (Roo Roo - around 1ft tall & 13-15pds) but at the same time, I love seeing him come running when I call chickie chickie to let my feathered friends know I'm coming to feed. Also, Spot won't let hubby touch him, only me. This summer, a rooster emerged from the woods and choose me.View attachment 4222333
Nothing too exciting for the beginning of Summer but then around the end of August, this little fellow came out of the woods one day and stuck around. Definitely a rooster but he doesn't crow nor does he have his spurs. I have no idea where he came from. He appeared at a time when my depression was at its worst and he has made it better. Each time I go to feed, here he comes running to meet me, follows me back down to my chicken pen and gets pets while he eats. I've got an idea of how to house him separately with my smallest hen since I have a massive rooster already (Roo Roo - around 1ft tall & 13-15pds) but at the same time, I love seeing him come running when I call chickie chickie to let my feathered friends know I'm coming to feed. Also, Spot won't let hubby touch him, only me. This summer, a rooster emerged from the woods and choose me.View attachment 4222333
What did you do over the summer on your farm or residence? Did you add a new species of poultry or livestock and how did that go? Did you build a new coop or barn, we would love to see photos! Were there equipment breakdowns at the most inopportune time, (tractors, haybalers, front end loaders) and how did you go about fixing them? Did you take a vacation to get away for a spell and where did you go? Or did you just pull up a lawn chair and with a good book to read, admire all you have created over the years. What ever left a big impression on you this past summer at your farm or residence we want to hear about it! Rants, raves, tell us all!
I’m sad I can’t include anything poultry-wise, since I don’t have chickens right now (sad, I know ), but this summer certainly was an adventure.
We were just about to move back to the states after living a little over 2 years in Germany, and we had time for one more trip! So we decided to make it a good one. We traveled south, slept in an AirBnB, and woke up the next day to visit Pisa in Italy! Funnily enough, it was smaller than I expected, but still impressive it was standing after such a long time tilting sideways! I also got to enjoy a fresh pizza, and one of the best gelatos I’ve ever had!
After that, we visited Florence (where I tried an awesome mango gelato), then the beach, before heading Pompeii! It was one of my personal highlights. I loved looking at all the old buildings and seeing what it was like in old Roman times!
Next was Rome, and we got to eat some amazing pizza (the mushroom and cheese was the BEST) and visit the Roman coliseum! It was super cool to walk around and see underneath the ground where all the action was happening. I was surprised how eroded all of the seats were, but I suppose it’s expected.
Our next and final stop was Venice! It was personally underwhelming (and I have to warn you there is an unfortunate sewer smell), but otherwise, it was very cool to see the waterways and narrow streets. Unfortunately I didn’t get amazing pics, but that’s alright. I also got to try a chocolate peanut butter gelato!
That was the end of our Italy trip, but not the end of our travels. We started packing up to move as soon as we got home, and soon flew back overseas to Georgia, where we live now! Our Europe adventure was over, but a new one was just about to begin.
you are both lucky to have each other. 
), but this summer certainly was an adventure.
