(My husband and I joke that it’s a wonder we even met and liked each other enough to get married!) I guess it’s because… like you, I always have the animal’s best interest at heart, so find it necessary to try to communicate with and understand people to achieve my goal.Your writing, while quite interesting, can be a bit long-winded and tedious to read. Have you heard of James Herriot? He was a mid-century English veterinarian and his stories are lovely and engaging, based on a lifetime of observations and the relationships between people and animals. I loved reading all his books as a kid, (and after having my own child I wish to instill the love of animals) I finally purchased several hard copies to revisit those beloved stories myself and hand down to my daughter. Maybe you could adopt some of his writing techniques?
James herriot is massively popular here in UK. There is a series on TV at the moment called 'The Yorkshire vet'. It is about his surgery which still operates today. He is from Harrogate, about an hour north from me! And they treat chickens which is a rarity over here!Back to your book writing venture...
For some reason I feel compelled to help, I don’t know why, because I normally hate people.
I’ve even been known to enjoy playing the devil’s advocate… not to cause trouble, but there’s something about expressing an opposing viewpoint that somehow helps me to see my own truth, and perhaps others too.
Your writing, while quite interesting, can be a bit long-winded and tedious to read. Have you heard of James Herriot? He was a mid-century English veterinarian and his stories are lovely and engaging, based on a lifetime of observations and the relationships between people and animals. I loved reading all his books as a kid, (and after having my own child I wish to instill the love of animals) I finally purchased several hard copies to revisit those beloved stories myself and hand down to my daughter. Maybe you could adopt some of his writing techniques?
Humor is a powerful attractant, though sometimes British jokes can be lost on Americans (ie. Monty Python). It’s possible that some offended ones here just don’t get your comedy, myself included until you mentioned using regional humor. So I see it now! Mostly, I think some people want to justify their actions or might see fault in any other methods different from their own. But a few scoundrels shouldn’t warrant condemning everyone. I think you’re very tolerant and capable of seeing the big picture.
I don’t want to sound imperious, but you should go back and reread this thread from the beginning with an open mind. Some really fantastic points are made by @townchicks @MissChick@dee (before she got miffed) @lomine @1cock2hens and so many other insightful perspectives, all worthy of consideration.
The common agreement seems to be that every situation is different and no method of chicken keeping is infallible. That’s why most of us visit this site… to learn, receive support and find ways to be better caretakers. Oh, and to share the joy we find in our feathery friends!
Wow, that is so awesome!
It's on ITV. If you can download the ITV player you should be able to watch it. There's nothing like watching someone helping a ewe birth whilst having your dinner!
Sounds delectable! 
Enjoy - they are great books
