out of the kitchen!

At long last and with a cast of thousands, the chicken coop is complete! Here Mom models the Taj Mahen while the ladies go about their business. Thanks to all who contributed time, support and materials. Truly a neighborhood effort.

The gals spent their first night in the coop yesterday after frolicking in the pen during the first sunny afternoon we've had in a while. There was lots of loud worried cheeping as I closed them up, and four chicken faces looking very concerned at the window. The run is very secure, as I can attest after locking myself into it (with my cell phone perched just out of reach on the top). Luckily my cries for help were heard and I avoided a night in the barn.

Just before bed I crept out to make sure no varmints were afoot, and all was peaceful in the hendom. And there's a bowl of fruit on my kitchen table, once again.