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November 8, 2004

First snow on the ground

First snowfall. We had some flakes in the air last week, and cold temps of 18-20, but this morning we awoke to a sea of white. This was after the skies treated us to a wonderful show of the northern lights and horrendous winds.

Murphy Turkey hates the snow.

Luke Turkey only wants to show off.

I had hoped we would finish the second coop before snow fell. One more weekend and we'll be done. Can you see the muscovies in the foreground? As long as they have access to mud, they are happy.

I had spent some time Sunday cleaning off the deck, putting away planters and such for the winter. I left some planters on the deck railing and they were blown off overnight. These hens feast on the planters. Pictured are 2 marans and 1 barred rock -- can you tell the difference?

Another maran wanders anxiously in the orchard. The snow confuses her, but she has to lay an egg and is searching for a spot to lay it. The trouble with letting the chickens roam is that they do not keep regular places to lay. Until the weather gets too rough, though, I will continue to let them range.

Part of the new gang in the orchard (there are 19 in this year's hatch). Luke's tail may show how hard the wind is blowing this morning.

Some of the Golden laced Rocks take cover under the pines.

Some of the wood we have cut. It is the "use now," "use later," and "use when you don't want a longlasting fire because it's punky" pile.

Posted by roosterh at November 8, 2004 12:27 PM

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I enjoy your photos and posts. Basic question - where do you live?

Posted by: Ken M at November 13, 2004 11:53 AM

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