Washingtonians Come Together! Washington Peeps

[FirewifeJess]

Seriously guys...BEST day ever! 11/12 laid today!!!

 

[bikerchicky]

Gunther

Wonderful picture. How old is Gunther?What breed?

 

[bikerchicky]

I'm very sorry for your loss. It is a shame that other people do not feel the need to keep their dogs confined. I've seen a pair of hounds running around in our field and wouldn't hesitate to shoot if they threaten my girls. Irresponsible people have no business having animals that can be considered dangerous (or any animals at all, really).

At my house we have eagles, hawks, crows, owls, raccoons, coyotes, dogs, and cats roaming through our 5 acre lot. Most people in our "gated" community of about 70 homes let their dogs roam free. Quite a few keep them leashed when walking, but others just let them roam the area. For this reason my girls will only free range if I will be spending time in the garden or yard working. Otherwise they will be penned or tractored in the trampoline/tractor.

While I understand allowing some "freedom" for animals to enjoy, being irresponsible of what they are doing when away from your care is just plain stupidity.

 

[lilfarmmomma]

Quick question about incubating batches of eggs - I currently have 4 Ameraucana eggs in the incubator due to hatch on Monday 3/25, so I'll be locking down this weekend. However, I went out to visit CowGirlGrace again this weekend with a friend and casually mentioned that none of my bantam Cochin eggs under my broodys were developing so she gave me 12 more Cochin eggs! Do I need to hang onto those (turning them daily of course) until the Ameraucanas hatch or can I pop them in the 'bator now before lockdown? Since I'll be increasing the humidity this weekend I don't want to drown any of the new eggs.

It's cool, I can wait until next week to set them, but I was just kind of... impatient, and thought maybe I could get a jump on starting them sooner.

If these bantam Cochins hatch they'll be looking for new homes. Except for maybe one or two. I mean, I do have that nice VF banty coop from last year with only 3 little Silkies...

ETA: I'm using the Brinsea Eco 20 if that makes any difference.

I would love one, if you have any that are not white or buff. I would gladly pay for it. I would love to have another one.

 

[Chicken Rustler]

For those who missed meeting him. Yes Yoda was at the Monroe show. He was sporting his new custom made transporter thanks to CarolynF.

 

[KMoran]

My 9 year old has chicken fever... She has been talking to her dad since we got home from the show on what kind of chickens she wants and what colors she wants... She is in love with the Orpingtons. She loved that big black Roo and the Splash. She also wants some silkies just because they are "cute and fluffy"! I think I created a monster.

 

[bikerchicky]

I have a 43 yr old daughter. I ask the same question. She hasn't spoken to me in 6 mo. and I have no idea why. Every plea ignored. I can not take the pain any more. I am moving on. As far as I know I have done nothing wrong and if she won't tell me we can not work it out. I am through trying. Last night was my last attempt ignored.

On the other note my 97 yr old mother, whom I am the only living natural daughter to, has decided to give all her things away. To anyone but me. I went to collect a few things she was giving me this weekend and left in tears. Things that my whole life had been suggested would be mine where given to my step siblings with a hurtful flair. What a cold, heartless woman. It has cemented my determination to live in WA and not in CA. S***w them. To think I gave her the last 20 yrs of my life taking care of her. She wouldn't even say I love you. She has all her whits about her so I can't blame old age. Just a repeat of my whole life. When I was a kid I always felt I wasn't loved. Now I know it wasn't my imagination. I was something to punish and blame things on when she was unhappy.

It doesn't matter how old you are you want your mothers approval and love. I am a great-grandmother and I still want my mothers love.

Have to stop this self pity trip and go look at my new chicks and realize that there is joy in life. They make me giggle, better than a shrink and a bottle of booze.

Will be heading home during the storm break this week. 1 1/2 weeks in CA is enough for a lifetime.
sorry guys, venting off. It hurts so bad. I thought I was stronger and could take the abuse better but obviously I can't and won't.

Come home to your BYC family. We don't criticize, abuse, or punish. We laugh, love, and share.

Know that you are loved and we look forward to your return home.

 

[Farmin Momma]

Thank you all for your support, good thoughts and happy wishes for getting out new house. We still have to see if the financing with hold and not fall through, and I have heard of that happening more times than I can to think of right now.
As far as having a get together/party with ya"ll at the new house, it will happen as soon as I get every thing unpacked. And thank you Jess for offering your help with unpacking, but that will actually give me something to do during the day while DH is at work and kids at school. As is now I lose my mind just sitting here at home all day long not working.
I am trying to no get over the top excited just in case the financing falls through, but I think it is already to late for that!

 

[KMoran]

Congrats.... Where are you moving to?

 

[Chicken Rustler]

Well peeps that Shed in Fed Way. that I were gonna move. I just got word it is not worth the effort unless ya want a little lumbr.