New Kids in the Coop

My sweet honey got up early this morning and found chickens on Craig's list. He has been extolling the virtues of getting up early and indeed, in this case, because of being one of the first people to contact the owner, we were able to secure the chickens.

I don't know if y'all remember our little Belgian Booted Bantam, Mille, that passed away last year...I told Farmer Jeff I wanted a little rooster of that variety and that is exactly what he found! I am a firm believer of stating what you want and, chances are good it will happen. Just takes making up your mind and then asking for it. (yes, I keep asking for money to arrive by mail...!) Not only was the owner offering the little rooster, also in the bargain were 3 hens. We now also have a full sized Light Brahma, now named Petunia (yes, Pork Pigs girlfriend's name), a Black Cochin already named Cassie, and a little golden Sebright now named Lacey. The Belgian Booted Bantam a.k.a., Belgian D'Uccle, was named Mr. Gucci, now given the first name of Lorenzo. He is one of the few individuals that pull off that name. He carries himself like a lion. The name suits him.

I set up a portable dog pen for the new kids and then sat out there to see how the resident chickens would handle it. I also threw in some newly trimmed grape vines both as a treat and a distraction. I think it worked...