Hi All,
It's been a while since I posted. Still working on my children's books about Mabel and Barbara. Been procrastinating about the publishing part. Reading how to self publish etc. I need a big kick in the butt.
The girls made it through a pretty cold December, but so far the weather has been milder and they are doing great. During the day, when it rains, they gather under the patio cover and sleep on the door mat when not scouring the yard for tasty tidbits. When we move to the bedroom they follows us so they can be a part of the family, standing outside that sliding door. I never knew they were so social. No chicken coop for them, they want to see Mom and Dad and their sister Annie.
I love that about them. This afternoon I went out and sat on the patio chaises. Of course they immediately ran around the hedge from the west side of the yard to see me. We chatted and they expressed an interest in some raisins. We shared a few stories and they ate raisins. It was so peaceful to just sit with the girls. Sometimes I think that hens are natures Zanax.
BTW: A few weeks ago I noticed a wet looking spot under Mabel's chin. Brought her in the house and sure enough she looked like she had a weeping sore area. Cal cradled her while I washed it with soap and water then applied Neosporin. She was calm an let us pet her and talk to her during the process. What a trooper. She has always been so sweet. Anyway it worked like a charm and completely healed in a few days.
