While the sun was low on the horizon this evening, I took my camera out to the hen house to see what I could see. What do you know, I saw CHICKENS (and ducks)! Shorty tried to show me where a good place to nest would be, "right here, in the tall grass!"
Laffy Taffy told me all about how they would really like more water in the duck pool. "The mud on my legs is soooo unsightly!"
Inside the hen house, some of the ladies enjoyed perching in the rays of sunshine that were coming through the windows. Ruby had the best spot! (And is it just me, or does she look a little bit like Conan o'Brien?)
The winter molt was a little rough for some of the ladies, but finally Curly Que is looking good! Nothing like new feathers to make a girl beautiful!
And of course there's the always dainty, always beautiful Dee. What a sweet little pint-sized chicken!
Chainsaw was looking lovely today, too!
I had to keep my eye on this Golden Comet... she was very interested in my camera lens. Just what I need, a chicken beak through the lens on my camera! Yikes!
Like most areas around the country, the weather here is supposed to get cold this week. Yesterday and today it was in the mid 70's ... Take a look at Tuesday and Wednesday in the above chart ... a low of 14* on Wednesday!? Ice and Snow!? JEEEEPERS!! Best plan on keepin' cozy!
I love how pretty you can make chickens look. I keep hearing about the terrible weather and blackouts in TX. Hope things are good at the farm.
Posted by: Beth M | February 02, 2011 at 10:47 AM
Gorgeous portraits! Hang in there-spring is just around the corner! Could be worse...we have had an overnight ice storm here on Long Island and the kids are home from school again! AGH!!!!
Posted by: Danielle | February 02, 2011 at 08:34 AM
Your chickens are just beautiful and that duck, Laffy Taffy with the little pom pom hat is so cute. I think it's the cutiest duck I've ever seen! We are having a snow blizzard in Missouri right now, it's drifted to 2 feet in some places. LOL Which is so odd for us. =D I wish I were a kid with a snow sled right now!!!
Posted by: Paulette S. in MO | February 01, 2011 at 04:13 PM
I have to agree with the Conan look-alike, and your Dad's suggestion to send it to the show! Please do it! I'm sure they will show it on TV!!!
The photos are just wonderful, I never knew chickens could be so interesting, until I met YOUR chickens! I love them all.
Can't wait to see your new stamps...and can't wait for Spring. We are having S*N*O*W today,and VERY cold winds (way below zero) brrrrrr.... I hope the critters don't go into "temperature shock"!!! :D
Stay warm, and hope you are much better. *HUGS*
Posted by: diane mcvey | February 01, 2011 at 07:06 AM
Yup, that hen is a Conan lookalike for sure send a copy to the network and who knows you may get a cash reward! Curly Cue does sorta look like Liza Minelli in a rather pinkish red head band. I have been waiting for Betty to get the sparkle treatment on her horns tho and maybe even on her hooves, Smokin! Love, Dad
Posted by: DK Wight | February 01, 2011 at 12:26 AM
It is hard for me to imagine cold at the moment. Today in Melb, Australia we had a scorching 40 degrees C (104 degrees F). It was also very windy today so was like being in a furnice. I am looking longingly at your temperatures :).
Posted by: Lyndall | January 31, 2011 at 11:06 PM
Shorty is a beauty!!!
Posted by: nkmac | January 31, 2011 at 06:18 PM
You crack me up! Thanks for the cheery, chicken & duck post. I definitely see Conan O'Brien lurking about in that chicken suit! Hugs.
Posted by: Troy Louise | January 31, 2011 at 01:19 PM
Shorty is so handsome! But what does he know about nesting? :) You choose the best names for your poultry--well really all of your farm animals. I love Laffy Taffy and Curly Que. Such fun and beautiful photos. Stay warm.
Posted by: Shellie Daniel | January 31, 2011 at 12:18 PM
Love the chicken pics, and glad you are feeling better. Our weather on the east coast is not as pleasant. It's 28 today, and snow and several inches of ice are coming tonight. Is it spring yet?? The ground hog won't even be able to see his shadow because he'll have to dig out of a foot of snow here first. My poor chickens are not liking it, and have taken to eating like pigs out of frustration. On the bright side, Whipper Snapper should have some new stuff to play with coming out tomorrow ,yippee!!
Posted by: Sally | January 31, 2011 at 09:55 AM
Ruby does look like Conan! Her "head dress" is better than his though! LOL
Hugs
Julie
Posted by: Julie | January 31, 2011 at 08:12 AM
Laffy Taffy always makes me smile. Love your pics of all the chix! Batten down the hatches! We'll get the remnants of your storms in Florida later this week, but they'll mostly be all petered out to just rain.
Posted by: kathynruss | January 31, 2011 at 08:09 AM
Everyone is looking quite fabulous for picture day! lol I do think Ruby looks a lot like Conan O'Brian! Love Curly Que's plumage...quite remarkable! Laffy Taffy may not want water in the kiddie pool if it's going to freeze this week! Stay warm!:)
Posted by: Kathy Martin | January 31, 2011 at 04:52 AM
I love your animals especially the chickens and the ducks, my daughter has chickens in her kitchen so I always forward your pics to her, and she loves them too! Can you believe how beautiful its been here in TX the last 3 days? OMG how can the weather change so bad with sleet and ice coming? Don't they know that the Super Bowl is 5 min. down the road from me? Have a great day! Bev
Posted by: Bev Hammack | January 31, 2011 at 03:59 AM
Great photos - I always enjoy seeing your family. :0) It's warmed up to a balmy 43 in Illinois but I hear that the next couple days we're getting freezing rain. I do not like freezing rain.
Posted by: SueB | January 31, 2011 at 02:16 AM
Terrific pics Anna! Laffy Taffy is awesome. Dee's pic is my favorite of this lot. I feel like I'm on the farm with you!
Posted by: Matt Stevenson | January 31, 2011 at 12:13 AM
LOL! My little boys LOVE Laffy Taffy! I always read your critter quotes in funny voices to my kiddos. They can't wait to see when you post more! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Karinn | January 30, 2011 at 11:32 PM
Great "Chick" pics and oh my I love that Duck with the fuzzy top - Super cute.
Yep, that's out weather here too.
Yesterday in the 50's today in the 30's with rain/snow (nothing major) but oh my the low temps are back below freezing again.
Come on already I'm so ready for spring!
Posted by: Ida | January 30, 2011 at 09:21 PM
Lovely chicken photos today. Thanks. We are also looking at getting some nasty late winter weather. Maybe 12 or more inches of snow and cold. :( stay warm , big hugs...
Posted by: Carol Dee | January 30, 2011 at 08:12 PM
yep, same here. we're in a winter storm warning. oh, joy!
great chicken photos. as usual. Dee looks like a good chicken to cuddle. :)
Posted by: Shala | January 30, 2011 at 07:32 PM
Love ALL your pics although I was kinda sad not to see Bad Boxcar Betty :) Ohh and I think that Curley Cue is Liza Manellie (spelling?), the singer-star !! LOL
So glad you are feeling better Anna xxoo
Posted by: Robb_eeie | January 30, 2011 at 07:07 PM
LOVE the pics of the chicks!!! refreshing to see them in this dreary winter weather we're having, they make me think of Spring..
Posted by: Kellie | January 30, 2011 at 06:47 PM