Category Archives for Check-Ins
Ramona’s Surgery
Ramona’s surgery went well, but the prognosis isn’t great. The vet removed the mass and sent it for biopsy so we’ll know what we’re dealing with. But he discovered more masses he wasn’t able to remove. Regardless, for now, Ramona … Continue reading
Good thoughts for Ramona Monster
Ramona had been nesting in early July. This photo was taken on July 13th when she was sitting on a clutch of eggs and hoping to hatch them. We don’t let eggs hatch here, but she doesn’t know that, so … Continue reading
All About Lester
Little Lester Leroy doesn’t get as much camera time as the other kids because he is shy and also vulnerable. I have to keep him out of the reach of O’Malley and the other scovies, as well as Miles & … Continue reading
Just Another Day at the Office
This is week #2 at home after leaving my job for the great unknown. I’m trying to enjoy the break but it’s getting a little weird. “Let’s talk about peas.” My first meeting of the day was with Danny girl. … Continue reading
A Big Mid-Week Update
Carol has decided that she is done nesting. She is a sweetheart of a chicken, and I know she missed me. I definitely missed her too, but I did enjoy not having her screech at 5am to be let out … Continue reading
Weekend Update & Big Changes
Little Cindy Buttons was doing well after her last bout with weird eggs. She stopped laying and did a round of antibiotics, and then her eggs were back to normal size, like this. Unfortunately after a few days the eggs … Continue reading
Janet the Good Chicken (WARNING: GROSS)
Wednesday morning started off as many mornings do. I was sitting in the yard talking to the chickens and ducks. Then I realized Janet wasn’t with us. She was late waking up, so I went to check on her. WARNING: … Continue reading
Staycation Update
My staycation is still going well, but coming to an end way too fast. Each morning I still hang out with the flock and enjoy snoozing in the early morning in the yard while they forage for bugs. Each time … Continue reading
Update on Lionel Ernest
This is Lionel Ernest’s belly. He didn’t really want to show it to you but I had to hold him like this to take off his purple bandage that he got at the vet. And since his belly is so … Continue reading
staycation
This week I am off work, but staying at home and trying to stay offline. It is a week of rest and relaxation. Unfortunately the first few days have been ruled by my tonsils, but they are improving thankfully, so … Continue reading
