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Sharon Stegall

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Chickens - Down One, Up Three

We inexplicably lost one of our original hens recently. We miss her, but have also brought in some exciting new chicks to add to our backyard diversity.

Mammograms Are a Pain, But Cancer is Worse

This year's mammogram was not as routine as I expected, but I'll still be back next year for another.

Try It! You'll Like It!

No 'possum or pig's feet, but growing up in the South did require us to eat disgusting things like vegetables. .

Size Does Matter - If You're a Chicken

We went to another poultry show to purchase a couple of hens, but it didn't quite work out that way.

What's in a Name?

There are many ways to choose the right name for your cat. As a Maine Coon breeder, I try to be creative.

My New Year's Resolutions....for the Cats

If you could ask your cat to make changes to its lifestyle for the New Year, what would you want?

Making Christmas Ornaments With Children

Some home-made ornaments are better than others, but I found some I like and were easy for kids to make.

Talking Chicken

We lost another hen to the hawk, but made up for it by bringing home two new hens from a poultry show. We also added more coverage to try to keep our flock safer from the flying predators.

Cat, Meet Kitten

How to introduce your new kitten to your existing resident cat.

Not Exactly Spring Chickens Anymore

Reasons why a chicken may not be laying as many eggs as before.

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