Tag Archives: Chickens

When Life Isn’t so Simple

We had several life changes last year…some more simple than others.  Funny, in striving to live a more simple, purposeful life, I have found that doesn’t necessarily translate into an EASIER life. The chickens are now residing in a new … Continue reading

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Natural Fly Control for the Chicken Coop

As much as I love my chickens, I do not love the flies that come with them!   Because we don’t have a fenced yard, and live in a suburban neighborhood, my girls are confined most of the day.  Add … Continue reading

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And then there were three…

Thought I’d give an update on my journey with the chickens!  After a series of unfortunate events, I find myself going from six chicks to three. As I wrote before, a predator managed to get a hold of one of … Continue reading

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Chickens and Frugal Steps

Well, the girls are 3 weeks old now – time flies! They have entered the ugly stage, too. I also figured out that one of them is a boy – yep, I missed the little tuft of white feathers on … Continue reading

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Another step on our journey…chickens!

After months of research and some persuasive conversations with my hubby, I am now the proud mama of 4 baby chicks. They are only 2 days old and too cute! I quickly realized by box/brooder is too small, so we’ll … Continue reading

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