Since our chickens are taking a break from laying eggs for the winter, I thought I'd share a video from this past summer. The chicken coop was being cleaned and our chicken, Millie (the dark one), was busy laying when the door was opened. Surprise!! Honestly, I think she was mad that she had been… Continue reading Backyard Chickens: Chicks Gone Wild
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Backyard Chickens
We have chickens. I still marvel at this statement. It's not the same as telling people you have a dog or a cat. We purposely have these creatures, in our very small backyard, in the city. Here's how it happened... Our family was exchanging homes with a family in Gouda, The Netherlands, near Amsterdam. We… Continue reading Backyard Chickens
Freezing Berries
Freezing berries that you pick is a great way to enjoy fresh fruit year round. Freezing whole berries on a pan is my favorite method for preserving fruit. It's super easy to do and you'll save resources by using glass or plastic containers. Follow these 4 easy steps to freezing berries: 1. Rinse berries… Continue reading Freezing Berries
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