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  1. TanksHill

    whats new

    Is that Momma? Do you plan to milk her? Their adorable. Gina
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    convert existing house to rainwater system

    I think you have to way the cost of the system vs the cost of the county water. How long do you plan to live there, is rain in your area reliable. I almost think a well would be easier. I'm not sure where you live but is there any negotiating the set cost? Our set fee is called a...
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    It's almost chick time

    No hatching. But im expecting 50 freedom rangers ssometime around 4/17. I did build a Styrofoam cooler incubator last year. Id love to try it but need to get my hands on some fertile eggs. G
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    Bee~ Journal of then...

    Too funny! She looks like an old soul. So much expression in her face. What a gift. G
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    Bee~ Journal of then...

    Grammy Bee!!!! Congratulations to you and your family!!!!
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    Jess172 journal: I want to do it all!

    No that's ok. I'll have to check amazon. I like having stuff like that on hand. G
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    Jess172 journal: I want to do it all!

    Sometimes you lose a few it just happens. I had a few guineas in Mo. I loved those little things. Hete in San Diego I dont think the neighbors would like them. By the way what is Save a chick water? G
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    Jess172 journal: I want to do it all!

    The chicks are adorable. I had one in feb with a pasty butt. I mixed some sugar water and use a straw to feed the little guy. I did it every couple hours for a couple days. The little guy managed to hang on. I was surprised. Those 16 are now in an outside coop and I bought 4 broad...
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    What are you trying that is new to you this year in the garden?

    I put in a few asparagus crowns. I truly have no idea what to expect or do. :D
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    Jess172 journal: I want to do it all!

    Wow, it sounds like your on your way. I just like to look at things seasonally. Spring and summer for the garden fall is a big time for canning. I know you said you won't have tons of food stored but believe me it happens. Once you start canning things pile up. It's also a great way to...
  11. TanksHill

    New budget

    I can relate to 2 mmortgages. We had both while living in Mo. Mostly the reason we came back. Have you thought about a renter for the unoccupied home? Im a list person. Make meal plans. Just don't go shopping. Use what you have. For us if Im not careful eight hundred dollars doesnt go very...
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    Mysterious lurkers on the SS forum

    I agree. I have ben hanging around for years and I would love to hear about raising a bottle calf. Perhaps you could start a thread with the basics. Where to buy, housing, avetage cost.... That would be very helpful. Gina
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    It's almost chick time

    :woot:woot
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    NE OKLAHOMA

    :frow
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    Jess172 journal: I want to do it all!

    Good morning! !! It's always refreshing to see someone who is so excited about getting started in being self sufficient. I have a couple question, Do you have a well, out buildings, a wood stove?? Which books have you been reading? Gina
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    Denim Deb Hay, hay, hay. Thank the Lord!

    So where did you get your duck eggs?
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