This is Ledo, a 3 year old sapphire gem rooster. Many may argue that he has a mean look in his eye, but Ledo can't even form a mean thought in that little brain of his. The only thing that he dislikes in this world is his arch enemy, Benny, who steals his girls. Ledo has the most gentlest soul and loves his girls with all his heart. He likes his humans, too, and will gently preen your hair when he hops up on your back. He has had many children, all who take after their dad with their sweet demeanor. I love him so very much and I pray that he lives a joyful life for many more years to come.
This is Phyllis the black australorp. She is 5 years old, but turning 6 in May. She is the most peaceful girl and never intentionally picks fights with others. Phyllis has mothered two batches of chicks. Sometimes she overestimates how many she can care for at once. In 2023, she got the help of Rose, who coparented with her. Phylli, as often called by me, often befriends new chickens who become a part of the flock. She was one of my first chickens, and one of the three last chickens from my first batch. She is one of my rooster's favorite hens, and one of my favorites as well.