Here are a few pics of our chickens new palace. They finally went out in their yard this afternoon, although they get spooked pretty easily and all run back in.

It was in the 50's and we all played outside a little bit. Mama and I played darts (I got a bullseye!! It wasn't staged either) and we built little houses for the woodland creatures. Rick played with his saw of course!

They're growing!

Here is J playing her new digital piano. She looks so studious!

Here are a few pics of our new little chicks.

The black ones with yellow chests are Australorps, the black ones with yellow spots on their heads are Barred Rocks and the little yellow ones are Buff Orpingtons. The Buffs are a week younger. Check back for more photos as they grow!

Disneyland!

Disneyland!

Disneyland!

Disneyland!

OK, we're a little strange out here in Oregon.  But it seemed like a good idea.

Once it was on there, it was hard to support it and not be too heavy for her.  

"It smells funny."

Can't get out!
We have a video of the entire process too, but I have to review it first.  It might be scary.

Right down the road from us on our way home from the orchard.  It's so neat how he's framed by the fence.

Two buddies -- very young.

"Oh mama she's so cute and she likes me and I think she needs a home.  Oh please"

"ok, kitty come on just get in this nice bag.  It has mesh so you can breathe"

Ladder moving is hard work.

Apple tasting before continuing the ladder moving.

Improper form = discomfort

The pickers

The pickers from a different angle.

Marshmallow roasting for breakfast!?!?  What kind of parent and I?

You got a wee something there on your nose.

We buy the extra large campfire marshmallows.  They barely fit.

What a great fire Rick made!