MJ's little flock

[BY Bob]

My neighbour has babies!

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How adorable!

 

[BY Bob]

She’s got a Leghorn, a Plymouth Rock and three Brahmas. The Rock may be a boy, but they’re still very little.

That's 3 very different chickens. That should be fun.

 

[MaryJanet]

That looks wonderful. I am glad you are happy with your decision.

It was a very considered experience. Lots of genuine empathy. No false sympathy.

 

[MaryJanet]

A little remembrance.

 

[MaryJanet]

Today, I'd describe the Australorp pullet as spritely. She's moving around more than she's standing still or napping, and she's been jogging out of joie de vivre.

The Brahma pullet is also keen on life, but that's her status quo.

I still need more info on the Marek's situation. Which strain do they have? Do the older hens already have it, if so, is it the same strain as the pullets?

But it's time they had names. The Australorp is Agnes and the Brahma is Sarah.

 

[BY Bob]

Today, I'd describe the Australorp pullet as spritely. She's moving around more than she's standing still or napping, and she's been jogging out of joie de vivre.

The Brahma pullet is also keen on life, but that's her status quo.

I still need more info on the Marek's situation. Which strain do they have? Do the older hens already have it, if so, is it the same strain as the pullets?

But it's time they had names. The Australorp is Agnes and the Brahma is Sarah.

Great names! I'm glad they are doing well.

 

[RoyalChick]

Today, I'd describe the Australorp pullet as spritely. She's moving around more than she's standing still or napping, and she's been jogging out of joie de vivre.

The Brahma pullet is also keen on life, but that's her status quo.

I still need more info on the Marek's situation. Which strain do they have? Do the older hens already have it, if so, is it the same strain as the pullets?

But it's time they had names. The Australorp is Agnes and the Brahma is Sarah.

Who are they named for MJ, if you don’t mind sharing.

 

[MaryJanet]

Who are they named for MJ, if you don’t mind sharing.

Great Aunties.

Sarah was Nana's oldest sister and was the grandmother of Mary, who died in 2015. Mary's mother died when Mary was a child, so Sarah provided Mary's mothering.

Agnes was either an aunty or an 'aunty' of dad's. We recall him speaking of Aunty Agnes, but she's not in the family tree. She was most likely a neighbour/friend of Nana's who Dad knew as Aunty.