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[artsyrobin]

Here is my update I posted on Facebook:

Update after Bull Snider's appointment. He has to go to MD Anderson in Houston to have his tumor and lymph nodes removed. Results from that surgery will take about 2 weeks to get back. Those results will determine which type of radiation/chemo he will receive. Most of this afternoon after his appointment has been a blur. We have been through so much in our years together. 5 miscarriages, failed infertility treatments, a failed adoption, kidney stone complication that about took my life, mini stroke, loss of our business, personal and business bankruptcy and now we are faced with this. We know we will endure and make it through this like we always have before, but this has knocked us down to our knees. We appreciate all the support from our family and friends. Please say a prayer for our family.

adding you to prayer groups i am part of, and like Poco said, we are here if you need help.



had another death in the family, my Aunt Francis, quite a shock, its been a rough year, she passed in her sleep- was in hospice, but hard anyway


made a major decision- can't see the forrest for the trees! I am combining all the bantams into one run, 10 x 20, including silkies, so it will be a mix of cochins and silkies- but only one group to deal with- then i will only need to make 1 run and coop in the fall for the faverolles- i was really feeling overwhelmed by what needed done- to the point of considering a major downsize- i have house seramas, but other than that everyone will have a place, now if only i could find homes for these kittens- i really only need 3 homes....

 

[NanaKat]

Here is my update I posted on Facebook:

Update after Bull Snider's appointment. He has to go to MD Anderson in Houston to have his tumor and lymph nodes removed. Results from that surgery will take about 2 weeks to get back. Those results will determine which type of radiation/chemo he will receive. Most of this afternoon after his appointment has been a blur. We have been through so much in our years together. 5 miscarriages, failed infertility treatments, a failed adoption, kidney stone complication that about took my life, mini stroke, loss of our business, personal and business bankruptcy and now we are faced with this. We know we will endure and make it through this like we always have before, but this has knocked us down to our knees. We appreciate all the support from our family and friends. Please say a prayer for our family.

You and your husband and family are in our prayers! What you have endured as a couple can only make you strong enough to meet this next challenge. On your knees is a good place to begin. Hugs!

 

[ceocka]

You and your husband is in our prayer. Rink positive and good things will come! I have leukemia and have been diag since 07 and I believe in the power of positive thinking. Yes it stinks that I have to take chemo but I am doing ok and still here with my family and animals! Be strong!

 

[NanaKat]

Robyn, sounds like a plan!

We finished the third water gap this morning and the boys baled the hay cut yesterday. Somehow our white goose has disappeared. She and Charlie were out free ranging yesterday evening with the chickens. When I went out to lock all the birds up for the night, Charlie came in by himself. We looked everywhere for Ninya but did not find a trace. Either the coyote made a sneaky return visit or we had an arial assault by a huge bird. Ninya weighed in at 21 pounds. Can't believe she is gone.

 

[ceocka]

Robyn, sounds like a plan!

We finished the third water gap this morning and the boys baled the hay cut yesterday. Somehow our white goose has disappeared. She and Charlie were out free ranging yesterday evening with the chickens. When I went out to lock all the birds up for the night, Charlie came in by himself. We looked everywhere for Ninya but did not find a trace. Either the coyote made a sneaky return visit or we had an arial assault by a huge bird. Ninya weighed in at 21 pounds. Can't believe she is gone.

Hopefully she come back. So sorry

 

[jcatblum]

Spunkychickenmomma prayers coming your way. Let us know if we can help in ANY way!!!!

RetiredArmyWife neighbor is excited about the new chickens he is getting. I know his kids are going to get a kick out of the assortment of birds you have!

 

[rodriguezpoultry]

Hey guys. I'm still looking for a "spent" Leghorn hen. Please let me know if you know of anyone or have one or two you'd like to find a good home for. Willing to pay, but being older birds I would like to keep costs down please.

Thanks!

 

[artsyrobin]

Robyn, sounds like a plan!

We finished the third water gap this morning and the boys baled the hay cut yesterday. Somehow our white goose has disappeared. She and Charlie were out free ranging yesterday evening with the chickens. When I went out to lock all the birds up for the night, Charlie came in by himself. We looked everywhere for Ninya but did not find a trace. Either the coyote made a sneaky return visit or we had an arial assault by a huge bird. Ninya weighed in at 21 pounds. Can't believe she is gone.

could she have gone broody? We lost our white chinese that way a few years ago, no trace at all

 

[lynn1961]

Not Chicken related, But how is everyone's gardens doing ?
We are getting lots of green beans, and the squash are really starting to get after it.
I keep eyeballing those green tomatoes, seems like they are taking their sweet time this year getting ready.
I am really surprised that the garden did not drown out, with all of the rain we had.

 

[unkljim]

Good morning! Glad to hear the garden is doing good. We are really ready to get some canning started. We ran out of salsa in the middle of the winter and store bought just isn't the same. We planted our garden pretty late, but it is looking good. Still have the okra and melons to get planted. I do have a chicken question for all of you. We are new to this this year, and have 8 bantams that are 9 weeks old. 2 Welsummers, 2 E.E. and 4 Silkies. Is there any kind of routine medicine we should know about giving them, or should we just feed, water, and play with them and not worry about it? Thanks. Anyway, back to the garden. We also planted 10 blueberry plants. Never had them before and they are looking really good. Have a great day all!