Actually...three eggs makes an omelet, not necessarily a crowd. For anyone who's been following along at home, you can do the math and see that something new has happened. I last posted 2 days ago, and today's egg count reflects a triple play, bringing the grand total to 16 eggs. Apparently, #3 has become another contributor. Here is a picture of today's collection. The one on top of the pile that's standing up is a different color from the others, and it's also pointier than the others. T. and I have come to the conclusion that this means we have a second egg layer.
In other news, I did go back to work, which for me is an elementary school, where I am the vice principal. All the folks at school have been following the chicken saga from the beginning, so everyone's embracing my excitement level around the whole egg laying process. I work with wonderful people.
Wow, the miracle of eggs! Aurucania hens? I saw organic free-range eggs in Foodland on Monday for $8.49 a dozen, I kid you not. I buy them at the farmer's market for around $4. Commercial local eggs are around $2.99.
ReplyDeleteAre the hens really named #1 and #2? Like Cylons in Battlestar Galactica. I'm envious of your venture!