chicks
We ordered some Chicks from Rochester Hatchery in Westlock Alberta. They came through the local feed store, through the mail. The minimum order was 25 so that's what we ordered. Andy's dad will take a few off our hands and we keep the rest. We will have lots of eggs and will use some of the birds for meat (I'll have to learn to like chicken - I've been eating free-range eggs and a tiny bit of 'happy meat' from time ot time - no hormones, well treated animals).So, these little guys came in an expedited parcel box - quite amazing. They are now just over a week old and have grown so much. We ordered a few varieties so there are actually different colored ones - black, brown, yellow.
They live in the laundry room. Sarah likes them. It was a very special morning when we got them. She was so excited. She had been talking about holding one 'in her arms, like this' before they came. Well, so far, it's just Mom holding and Sarah petting. She likes them. She often asks, "What's that cheeping sound, Mama?" I love the picture of the sleeping chick...makes me sleepy and peaceful just looking at it.
posted by Cara @ 9:55 AM
7 Comments:
dGentle Sarah - I love the expression on your face as you pet the baby chick. These will be the most well cared for chickens around. Good for them. Grandad and his chicken like each other too and have adventures in the backyard together.
Sarah, you little musician, I can see your gifts abound. Love you all, see you soon
awwh - they're so cute! We have chickens too . . . and they're a lot of fun and make yummy eggs.
They are so cute (for now)! :) Such a nice experience for Sarah to be able to help raise them too. That's so great.
Bonnie
Cute little chickens! I hope you all enjoy them, they are fun to have around! (we had 3 for a while, one with one leg, and a pair of silky chickens that laid mini eggs). :)
I remember we used to have chickens at my grandparents place when I was young. It is a really good time and experience.
oh fun. I wanted chickens but the city wont allow it. I wonder if I could have rabbits. They taste like chicken.
Such a wonerful experience for children to raise animals.
Hi Cara!!
So fluffy!!
Can we come see them sometime? Did you get our phone message a couple of weeks ago? We do want to try to set up a time to come out SOON!! Let us know when would be a good weekend for you guys!
Tanya
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