One Egg, Two Egg. No EGGS

These girls are slacking. We have dwindled in egg production on Chicken Chatter Farm. Today, we received none. What is going on. People have told me this would happen. I thought these chickens with the best coup on the block would love there condo and thermal pain windows with there high efficiency roost, this would keep them on the production line. I gave a little talking to them tonight. I picked up Madonna and told her being the one chicken in charge, she needs to step up to the coup and get the girls back in business. The family's counting on them. That the disappointment on Brisla's face was priceless when there was no eggs to put in her basket today. Well all and all Thanksgiving is coming.....Just kidding. I love those girls.

All Work and No Play

Hi- Im Adalyn
I've been working hard on a new walkway to our front door. There wasn't one. This is the rough version until next spring. I love playing in the dirt.(and eating it) My other helper, Tinkerbell is in the background and sleeping. Its hard to find good help these days! Im hoping I have enough red bricks to make it to the side entrance. Its been a lot of pick axing and racking. I cant wait till next year when we poor sand down to even it and get a little creative with the design.For now it's fun and a great work out. Plus spending time outdoors on a beautiful day with my mom is priceless.

4 Years in a flash.....

It was the 17th of October and I cant recall where the hell the last 4 years went to. My daughter Brisla celebrated her 4th birthday this past weekend. While I prepared for the festivities, I took a moment to reflect on the time that has passed me bye;) I can recall every moment of her being born. It seemed like yesterday, when after a week of hospital visits, being in Labor for days, and over nights, Brisla was born. This event has changed my life forever. I cant explain the special feeling, of a child that you gave birth too and have brought into this world. Words can not even express the love you feel for these little people. As I look back, I remember what it was like not having kids, and i wouldn't trade it for the world. Well maybe sometimes. So here is Brisla's Birthday cake. Tinkerbell of course, which my hubby being the creative one decorated it. PBR in one hand icing in the other.

Size Doesnt Matter!

As you can see these friends are a little different in size but neither of them are aware of this. Tinkerbell, our 80 pound bulmastif thinks she is a lap dog. Thus is in part due to when she was a pup I let her cuddle and fall asleep in my lap every night. Tinkerbell's new side kick seems to want to rule the nest. No pun intended. Fiona has chased all the chickens, backed both cats into corners and tried to bark at Tinkerbell to put her in her place. About the third day Tink let her know who was here first. Our 13 year old cat put Fiona in a corner and a chicken scratched at her. So no matter your size it just goes to show confidence is a must at Chicken Chatter Farm.

"I Have Two Daddies"

People have asked me how we do it all living under the same roof. You see, our extended family consists of these two little girls (sisters) and two fathers. "And one special mom" as Brisla states. We are making it work in a world that draws criticism and judgement on things that are not the norm. Who is normal? I still haven't meet them in my 30 something years. I am thankful these two guys make it work for our girls. Teachers at day care have mentioned what a wonderful gift it is to share our environment together. Not only does it help our girls stability and self confidence, economically it helps us out all around for a better life for our family. I often hear we should have a sitcom. Example: Brisla is out with both her fathers at Home depot and says in a innocent voice to the salesman, "these are my two dads." Now u know what he was thinking. In the distant past it was common for extended family's to live together. In most cultures besides ours, Grandparents live with you until they hit the gates of heaven.(or hell) I would welcome any extended family to rest there head at Chicken Chatter Farm.(as long as they cleaned)
We do have some funny moments but for the most part its great having three adults around for two kids........I really dont know how Kate does it with 8.

Sick as A Dog

These two little girls are what makes life interesting to your everyday routine. Monday night Brisla was rushed to the hospital for a fever of over 103. Her diagnosis was a inner ear infection with a viral infection. I felt so bad for Brisla she was delirious and crying in pain. Today we spent the day watching cartoon network,( after i rescheduled my clients) trying to drink liquids and having grandparents stop by with little things to make mom's life easier. I love my parents. I often remember when i was young and sick the little things they would do to make me feel better. My mom came in hand with jello, watched Ms.B so I could run to the store to fill her prescription. Upon returing she had done all the dishes and was cleaning our kitchen. Then my father showed up with ginger ale in tote (of course) and took our garbage. This is why I appreciate my parents. They just do thoughtful things without me asking. It makes me sad to see them growing old before my eyes. Im happy to see the girls get to enjoy there grandparents and create the memories that mean so much. Brisla is on the mend and laying hugging (head lock position) her kitty midnight. Tomorow will bring another day to the Markley's house.

The Way Life Should Be!

This is our beautiful house.

I had found this bicycle behind our shed when we moved in. I primed it with rust proofing spray then painted it with paint left over from our kitchen project. I added the baskets and filled them in with flowers. I also Painted the front door with the color that was left over from our porch. It use to be a natural wood finish with Lots and lots of shellac. I sanded it down, kilt-zed it twice and painted. I also was excited to add the lattice around the front porch because I had to use my husbands jigsaw. Yes, Power tools girls.....I got to use the power tools. Then painted it white to add some color to our "not so colorful" house. I wish we had taken pictures before due to the fact the front of the house was covered in shurbs so high you couldn't see the windows. It reminded me of little red riding hood when she went to the house in the woods.

So as you look at the photo on the right, then look at the photo on the left you must wonder, "what is that thing that is hanging out the window?" Only in Maine would you find a used car radiator hanging out a window. My hubby who is a great engineer thought he could make a make shift AC unit for our house to save us money. He and Rusty hooked up a hose to run cool water through the radiator from the spicket out front. While placing a fan underneath it to blow in the cool air from the radiator.What a smarty pants and who would have thought of this but an IT person. Only in Maine, the way life should be.