This week was busy as I worked on finishing up two magazine articles, but it was a bit of a challenge with one of my girls (human child, that is) home sick. She’s fine, but I’m a little bit behind. Such is the life of a self-employed, work-from-home mom. :)

Blaze (Black Copper Marans rooster) is a very involved dad to his gaggle of babies and now spends a good portion of his day chasing his son, Sparky, away from the ladies.

The feathered babies worked on getting bigger and with unusually mild temperatures for November in New England, they got to spend quite a bit of time outside, learning the foraging ropes from their moms.

Caesar (Serama cockerel in front) and Spartacus (Serama x Red Sex Link cockerel)
Kate (Speckled Sussex hen in front) and Marilyn Monroe (White Orpington hen in back)
Iris’ chicks are getting big, this little Black Copper Marans chick was practicing its roosting skills.

Iris (Olive Egger hen) and the Littles (Black Copper Marans or Olive Egger chicks) enjoy the mild temps as papa Blaze keeps a close eye on the yard.

Windy (Blue Splash Marans hen) with her adopted gang of chicks

This week’s unpredictable weather provided ample opportunities for some colorful photos.

Thanks for joining me and have a great weekend!
Rachel Divider

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This week was busy as I worked on finishing up two magazine articles, but it was a bit of a challenge with one of my girls (human child, that is) home sick. She’s fine, but I’m a little bit behind. Such is the life of a self-employed, work-from-home mom. :)

Blaze (Black Copper Marans rooster) is a very involved dad to his gaggle of babies and now spends a good portion of his day chasing his son, Sparky, away from the ladies.

The feathered babies worked on getting bigger and with unusually mild temperatures for November in New England, they got to spend quite a bit of time outside, learning the foraging ropes from their moms.

Caesar (Serama cockerel in front) and Spartacus (Serama x Red Sex Link cockerel)
Kate (Speckled Sussex hen in front) and Marilyn Monroe (White Orpington hen in back)
Iris’ chicks are getting big, this little Black Copper Marans chick was practicing its roosting skills.

Iris (Olive Egger hen) and the Littles (Black Copper Marans or Olive Egger chicks) enjoy the mild temps as papa Blaze keeps a close eye on the yard.

Windy (Blue Splash Marans hen) with her adopted gang of chicks

This week’s unpredictable weather provided ample opportunities for some colorful photos.

Thanks for joining me and have a great weekend!
Rachel Divider

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TheChickenChick
TheChickenChick
11 years ago

My personal opinion is that they aren't so much high strung as they are surprised to be able to see when they can. Yes, trimming their feathers will help them see and make them less skittish.

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hannahking00
hannahking00
11 years ago

Thanks for the giveaways and the posts! You are great!

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Jana Burritt
Jana Burritt
11 years ago

Would love the beautiful cartons. My ladies are still happily laying up to 11 eggs a day. Not bad for 11 hens. Some days 9. Amazing little birds. Love your posts.

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Jen B
Jen B
11 years ago

I would love to win the cartons!

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Annie Klein Douglas
Annie Klein Douglas
11 years ago

Awesome pictures and great info! Love the green cartons! They would be perfect for my girls' eggs!

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