Here it is! Our first dozen eggs! The ladies started laying a week or two ago. With a total of five hens, the most I've found is three eggs in one day. This is so exciting to me. I've been telling everyone whom I think might at least feign interest or at least half-heartedly wish me congratulations. My brother says I may soon have more eggs than I know what to do with. I sure hope so!
With all of the egg-laying activity, it was time to get serious about the grit and oyster shell distribution. I found the idea online to use pvc caps screwed into the legs of the coop. After a quick trip to the hardware store and a few minutes with the power drill, the ladies were set. They quickly figured out the new addition was for them, and they seem to approve of the new set-up.
I can't believe it. Nothing is more peaceful for me than stepping outside after work. letting the chickens out of their fenced yard, and watching them scratch around the larger back yard looking for bugs and eating the grass. This heals my heart and soul. As cheesy as it sounds, I know this is what makes me feel complete, being "close to nature."
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