A storm is a-brewin'.....call in the chicks.

I don't know where the above phrase came from, but it's one of my all-time favorites and I say it every chance I get. Today, however, that phrase became real because we are now proud owners of five baby chicks. I've wanted chicks for years and finally Brian came on-board. We attended a Chick Class where we learned all we needed to learn (and more) about raising these cute bundles of fluff. According to the instructor, there has been a huge renaissance in back yard birds. After WWII, it became a "lower class" hobby, but as of lately thanks to books and movies exposing the food industry, people are taking their food back into their own hands.

Since three out of four of us are vegetarian, these new pet chickens will be only used for egg production. In fact, Brock said he may never eat chicken again now that he's held a baby chick.

I am pleased to introduce you to our newest family members: Mabel, Roxy, Ruby Sue, Sally Rue and Mel.




Ruby Sue and Sally Rue are Barred Rock Chickens. They will look like this:


Roxy is a Plymouth Partridge and will look like this:



Mel is a Rhode Island Red and will look like this:



And last, but not least, Mabel is a Golden Star. According to the farm store, she will be the most proficient egg producer.


The chickens should start laying around late July, so if you're in the area, stop by and we'll dine on fresh egg omelets.