Chickens

I have been thinking a lot lately about raising chickens. You might say that it has become a obsession of mine....but then, it's alright to dream. Right? :)

Above is the ideal hen house I would like to start out with. My mom found the plans for me at lowescreativeideas.com. Right now, with the size of our yard and neighbors not that far away, it is not reasonable for me to have a large flock. Maybe someday.....just not now. For right now I would love to have just a few chickens to be able to learn about them and have a little fun.

I love the way some of the breeds look. The Rhode Island Red is a very popular breed and most likely the one I would begin with. They have a more docile personality and are good layers.

The hen house pictured above holds three birds. Perfect for getting my feet wet.

A few fresh eggs for homemade mayonnaise and maybe eggnog.

Manure for the compost pile.

The happy, contented noise of chickens talking amongst themselves.

And a wanna-be country girl learning and loving the experience.

Someday.....

Carissa