Monday, April 14, 2008

The Homecoming!

Today was a day that will live in infamy for the four hens you see below.  John and Paul are Black Australorps while George and Ringo are Ameraucanas.  The ride home from Dorris Milling was a little chilly, but once the heat lamp was turned on, the four sisters set about exploring their new home.  Within a half-an-hour, they had found the food and water and began what has become a steady routine of eat, drink, and sleep.

Here's Big Sister checking them out. They're right on her eye level.  She also tried to give one a bit more loving than the Mother Hen was willing to allow...

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Mmmm...tastes like chicken. Just one more lick...one more...come on...

Unknown said...

that's hilarious. and cute.