Isn't it curious how so much human behavior is attributed to chickens? There are numerous colloquialisms in the English language that come to mind: "clucking like hens", "feeling cooped up", "the pecking order", "hen-pecked", "ruling the roost" and my personal although obscure favorite, "scarce as hen's teeth". Well today one of our Rhode Island Reds separated herself from the flock, dug a hole in the straw and has begun "brooding". From what I understand, this behavior should soon lead to some egg production.
I have to admit, from time to time I feel a bit "broody" myself but I usually deal with it by sitting on the couch with a pint of Ben & Jerry's and an old movie. But really, these chickens need to start earning their keep and besides that, we need the eggs!
Isn't it curious how so much human behavior is attributed to chickens? There are numerous colloquialisms in the English language that come to mind: "clucking like hens", "feeling cooped up", "the pecking order", "hen-pecked", "ruling the roost" and my personal although obscure favorite, "scarce as hen's teeth". Well today one of our Rhode Island Reds separated herself from the flock, dug a hole in the straw and has begun "brooding". From what I understand, this behavior should soon lead to some egg production.
I have to admit, from time to time I feel a bit "broody" myself but I usually deal with it by sitting on the couch with a pint of Ben & Jerry's and an old movie. But really, these chickens need to start earning their keep and besides that, we need the eggs!
Hi Kelly:
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To answer your question...Chubby Hubby would have to be my fave.
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Good Morning Kelly Sweetie...
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful share today. I so love the hens. Beautiful. When you least expect it, they will start laying. They pick their time quite carefully. Make you panic a little I believe. Make sure you post the first egg. I can't wait. Your hen has beautiful feathers.
Ben and Jerry's? Oh my gosh it is only 6 in the morning and now you have me hungry for good ole B&J. Quess where I am going for lunch? I am going to make a stop at the local grocery and may just have a little ice cream for lunch. Yummy.
Have a beautiful day sweetie. Country hugs, Sherry
Nothing as relaxing as listening to a brooding hen.
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