Last spring, we got a new flock of baby chicks. Well, three chicks. That's all we're allowed in the city. This past week, we finally had our first three-egg day. Hens take a break from laying in the winter and then with longer days comes more light. With more light on their eyes, chickens get… Continue reading Spring Chickens and Laying Eggs
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Getting a Vegetable Garden Ready to Grow
Every President's day weekend, I swear up and down that I'm going to get my vegetable garden started. Early spring/late winter is the best time to plant green peas and spinach (in our zone) but it seems my best intentions don't quite make it happen. It's too rainy or too cold - for my taste… Continue reading Getting a Vegetable Garden Ready to Grow
Green Living Tip 22 {Begin Composting}
Today's green living tip: begin composting. Start today with putting nutrients back into the soil. Nothing is easier than keeping food scraps from going down the drain or into the landfill - and putting them in the ground. Keep fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, tea leaves, egg shells, and so much more - from… Continue reading Green Living Tip 22 {Begin Composting}
Spring Has Sprung!
Yesterday finally felt like spring! I was in need of it! Were you? Does it seem like winter was trying its best to stick around for as long as possible? Here's what's been happening this spring.... Spring: Speaking of spring-like temperatures, we were giddy in Portland yesterday! Neighbors were out, kids were running and playing… Continue reading Spring Has Sprung!
Egg in the Basket
Thanks to my husband for sharing this recipe. He loves to make this egg in the basket for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Growing up, my dad would make this for us on Sunday mornings. Our cousins called it "Popeye Toast," others called it "Egg in the hole," but to us, it was always "Egg in… Continue reading Egg in the Basket
Upcoming Speaking Events
One of my favorite things about having this blog is getting out from behind my computer screen and speaking on the topics I'm passionate about. When I'm at these events and people come up to me and say, "I just love reading your blog," they automatically get a hug! A big, giant thank you hug!… Continue reading Upcoming Speaking Events
Composting, Chickens and Rats: Oh My!
This reader’s question is from Bobbi, who recently became a faithful reader of Go Gingham. Bobbi shared with me that she’s ready to get disciplined about being frugal and is on a financial cleanse. Love it, Bobbi, congratulations and great job! Bobbi writes, “We started chicks this year and we are having fun. Here are… Continue reading Composting, Chickens and Rats: Oh My!
Moving Pullets to the Hen House
Our little baby chicks have turned into teenagers over the last few weeks and with night time temperatures close to 50 degrees, we decided it was time for moving our pullets to the big house. They were also outgrowing their brooder and had escaped one evening while we were at our neighbors. Moving pullets in… Continue reading Moving Pullets to the Hen House
Chicken Coop Basics
There are so many designs to choose from when it comes to chicken coops. When we built our coop, we didn’t follow a particular design. We were trying to use up all of our leftover building supplies from rebuilding our garage as well as fit it into our small backyard. Chickens aren’t particular when it… Continue reading Chicken Coop Basics
How to Set Up a Brooder for Chicks
Once you’ve determined that backyard chickens are right for you, the next step is to set up a brooder for baby chicks. A brooder is a little box or tub with just the right temperature for your baby chicks. It’s doesn’t have to be fancy at all. Your chicks won’t notice if it’s an old… Continue reading How to Set Up a Brooder for Chicks
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