Our Faithful Flock

Today was one of those days that felt like a gift. Nothing was on the calendar, and I didn’t feel rushed—I just had time to enjoy the things I love. The kitchen was busy with the smell of fresh baking. I worked on four sourdough loaves and tried a new recipe that turned out amazing. Alongside that, I made five dozen chocolate chip muesli cookies. While the bread was rising, I found myself glued to the chicken coop camera, watching the girls in the nest boxes. It’s funny how much drama a few hens can stir up. They were all lined up, waiting for one particular nest box as if it was the only option in the world. The squawking, pacing, and indecision made me laugh. Finally, three eggs were laid, and then Ruby—after taking her sweet time—marched right out of the nest, headed toward the door, and promptly plopped her egg right there on the ground. And yes, I caught the whole thing on camera! The eggs we’ve collected so far have been such a blessing—each one perfectly formed with strong s...

  I’m so excited—three of our chickens have started laying their adorable little eggs! They’re tiny, but oh my goodness, they’re just the cutest things. Today brought a bit of unexpected chicken drama. I accidentally left one of the girls outside the run while the other five were locked in. I didn’t notice until I checked the camera and saw her wandering happily around the yard. When I went out to bring her back in, she was living her best life—scratching, pecking, and exploring like she owned the place. Meanwhile, the five inside were tattling up a storm! Oh, the squawking! You’d think they were filing formal complaints about the injustice. They really are so much like children. School starts tomorrow, and the Early Learning Center kicked off yesterday. The past few days have been filled with early mornings, late nights, and a to-do list that never ends. I’m running on coffee and determination, but I know it’s going to be an amazing year. With the rush of back-to-school, my ...