chestnutmare Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 It's been a long but very exciting day. We left early to pick up the hens but the 1.5hr drive to the poultry place ended up taking at least 3hrs due to bad traffic. We had a light covering of snow but we really couldn't work out why there was such traffic and standstills. When we arrived to the poultry place we spent a lot of time chatting to the owner and looking at the chickens. We ended up getting what we planned on getting, we didn't know for certain because you know how it is when you get there and see them - but we didn't change our mind. After deciding that we'll likely leave the girls free range when we are home to supervise we got a beautiful Bluebell that chose us. Absolutely beatiful, seems quite docile and is OHs favourite already. A Columbine and White Star. No names are final yet, we still need time to get to know them. On to pictures, as promised. Sorry they're dark but it was evening time and getting dark quickly. OH clipped one wing, I clipped the other two. A photo taken in the car on the way home... We had to quickly put the front of the run on as the extension (still!) hasn't been delivered. So for now they just have standard run. We need to buy more white cobbles but we added bricks to the skirting after the photos were taken. Quick! Before it's dark get the chickens in their home... smiley face! Time for some corn and a drink before bed, it's getting dark. The White Star seems to be the boss and is pecking the Columbine and chasing her away... not that I had much time to observe!! Bluebell We used a torch to get them to bed, which didn't take long using the torch. It's a shame it was getting dark as I haven't had time to sit and watch them for very long at all. I'm looking forward to waking early tomorrow, watching them and taking more photos. OH is much more enthusiastic about them now they're here so perhaps he'll be hurrying out with me to feed them tomorrow. No doubt they'll have names by tomorrow too. I don't think everyone understands our enthusiasm or excitement though! But at least the members here understand! Thanks for looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gertie Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Aaaaahhhh! Brilliant! Your Go looks fab, love the pebbles. The girls are lovely. I have a bluebell too. I wonder how long the white one will stay white Well congrats & have fun hen watching tomorrow. Glad it's all come together! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sageandonion Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Aww congratulations Chestnutmare - they're all gorgeous and look very settled already, great set up too . Is that your OH carrying the box? - he looks like the cat whose got the cream - fab pic! Wishing you lots of happy chook watching this weekend - enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chestnutmare Posted January 7, 2011 Author Share Posted January 7, 2011 Thanks Gertie. We're going to get more pebbles tomorrow - they're meant to be acting as a weight to hold the run down securly and a border to help stop the wood chips getting everywhere. S&O - Yes, he has the hens in the box there. He's bringing them from the car to the . I'm looking forward to getting to know them better tomorrow - a glance is just not enough! Have you decided when you're getting your hens =? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scarlettohara Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Your OHs face has made my day As your columbine is quite dark she may lay a blue egg but they are all lovely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 I've enjoyed following your story about choosing your Go and now, you have They look really nice, especially the Columbine. Would have loved to have got a white star = !! Looking forward to more piccies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Awwww they are lovely And you should have lovely different coloured eggs Do they have names yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chortle Chook Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 What lovely chickens. Your bluebell is a stunner, and OH looks so pleased. I don't think he could be more enthusiastic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Considering you OH was a bit nervous on Sat, it's wonderful to see him look so chuffed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mollyripkim Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 They are lovely, you'll have a great weekend getting to know them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chestnutmare Posted January 7, 2011 Author Share Posted January 7, 2011 It'll be interesting to see what colour egg the columbine will lay. I'll have to be patient but another something to look forward to. I have a short list of names but they will be decided tomorrow. OH is doing well, much more enthusiastic then I thought. He took them out of the box to put them in the too. I've just been outside to check everything is closed and secure. I can't help worrying about them on their first night here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 At last. Smashing girls and they look quite mature so you won't have long to find out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sageandonion Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 CNM - had hoped to get the girls this weekend and may still - only downer is that the chicken run is one massive puddle as we've had so much rain - our garden is like a bog at the moment. Hoping we have no rain tonight and it dries out a bit - the chicken supplier is open tomorrow and Sunday. Did get layers pellets and corn today plus bins to contain the sacks of food so we're pretty much there supplies wise. Will log on tomorrow to see how you're doing, so keep those piccies coming Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Congratulations, they are beautiful. Glad you got there in the end. The Columbine seems to have some developing head gear so perhaps you won't have too long to wait for an egg. Enjoy tomorrow, it is great watching them settle into their new home. The Go looks lovely, it looks great in yellow, really bright and cheery just what we need in this dull weather Chrissie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Yayyy pretty girlies. Do love your OH's pic though! My OH was sort of neutral, and he feigns disinterest except when he goes out digging for worms and makes sure each girl gets a share. And he chats to them - he won't admit it though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Lovely girls, congratulations . And what a fab happy chicken face your OH has . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouldercroft Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Don't plan on sleeping tonight...I spent the first night listening out for every possible predator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Aw, they are lovely. How exciting, I hope you have some decent chicken weather watching weather this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckmum6 Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Congratulations - worth the wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoxy Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 CONGRATULATIONS Gorgeous girls I have 3 Columbines...my blue egg layer looks very similar to yours...the other 2 are lighter in colour and lay green eggs, 2 White Stars (did have 3...RIP Phoebe) and 1 Bluebelle...and I adore them all Quickly skimmed through your thread so haven't seen where you got your girls from...and can't see your location...so my question is where did you get your girls? Have fun tomorrow Look forward to hearing what you have named your girls Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 She got them from Newland Grange in Malvern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoxy Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Thank you Space Chick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodinparts Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Oh how lovely Beautiful girls & happy owners Hope there is sunshine with you today, as there is here, so that you can have the best day for celebrating their arrival & settling down to some serious chicken watching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catherinedon Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 yipee and congratulations on your girls Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keyhole kate Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Congratulations lovely looking girls enjoy them I hope you reaslise however they become very addictive and you somehow develop a whole new system of maths chicken maths is like no other Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
