Sometimes you have to get your hands dirty.

Daily update

High of 78 today. So nice out!  Too bad Evan was stuck inside with a terrible tummy ache and headache. :( 

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Only a few more days until the hide is completely done with the process of tanning. This is Andy's first attempt, and I hope it works. It's now hanging to dry away from direct sunlight for two or three more days. Almost done! 

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Two eggs.  Checked with the feed store about ordering more Cornish cross chicks. ($8.99 are you out of your mind?!) I suppose we'll wait until our next visit to the valley.  Bummer....

Our Neighbor's Garden

Walking through our neighborhood, I noticed this cute little spot of land.  It was so neat and tidy I had to photograph it!  It just proves that you can plant a lot in a small amount of space. They saved their yard and only opened up a few square feet, but that's enough to feed your family fresh veggies throughout the summer and maybe beyond.  A+ neighbor! 

Daily update

Warm, comfortable 70 degrees today. 

Purchased more hay today. I may go back for another bag tomorrow. It would be more affordable to grab a bale, but we don't have a pickup to transport it. :( 

Andy cleaned out the barn yesterday. A daunting task, but it needed to be done. I dug up the front boxes while he was doing that, and the kids read books, rode bikes, and chased chickens. A fun day! 

I'll have to check with Tilly about today's egg count and get back to you. She's the official egg grabber. 

Redecorating the Chicken Tractor

We thought we'd gussy the place up a bit!  Our poor little tree out back has provided a few low branches for a couple of coat racks, so we thought we would take these two off of the free pile our neighbor had out front. They fit perfectly and look great!  The Donnas really enjoy the extra perching options, and they agreed that it really frees up waddling space down below. Heeheehee

Daily update

68. It felt a lot hotter than that, but I was working in the yard so that mag have been why I was warm. 

Three eggs yesterday and three eggs today.  So very yummy! 

Not too bright, but still cute! & Raspberries

I dug up the front boxes today and the girls "helped" me move the grass. It was a good idea, but they didn't make it too far! 

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The raspberries are now boxed in and protected by a net. We'll see if it helps to keep the hens from eating up all future growth.