It is a beautiful Monday here in Clarksville, Ohio, but the house feels just a little bit too quiet today. Aunt Jean left for Alabama this morning, and I must admit, the place doesn't feel quite right without her presence. The hallway feels longer, the kitchen seems emptier, and there is a stillness that I am not quite used to yet.
I decided to take a moment for myself this afternoon. I sat out on the porch with a root beer, watching the breeze ripple through the spring grass. It was a rare moment of peace, but it didn't last very long. Life on the farm has a way of keeping you on your toes, and lately, the activity has moved from the house out to the coops.
While the house might be quiet, the barnyard is absolutely buzzing. We have been having some very serious meetings over the past few days. I call it the Great Farm Negotiation. My two main negotiators, Milo and Panda Bear, have a lot to say about the current state of our flock.
The Coop Committee Weighs In
If you have met Milo and Panda Bear, you know they take their jobs very seriously. They consider themselves the official guardians of every feathered friend on this property. During our "meeting," the boys made their position very clear. Their logic is quite simple: we should keep every single chicken that hatches here.
They sat there, looking up at me with those big, soulful eyes, essentially arguing that "more is always better." In their minds, every new chirp is a reason for a party. They don't see the logistics or the space requirements. They just see more friends to watch over.
Milo was especially vocal, his little tail wagging as if to say that Grandpa and Uncle could surely build another coop by the weekend if they just put their minds to it. Panda Bear just tilted his head, leaning into the idea that a few more dozen hens wouldn't hurt anyone.
I had to sit them down and explain the heart of the matter. We have been blessed with such an abundance of life lately. We have too many eggs and far too many chicks for our four coops to handle comfortably. I explained to them that stewardship means knowing when our cup is running over so that we can pour into someone else’s.
Sharing the Blessings
While I love every single hen we have, I know that some of our girls are meant to go on and bless other families. There are so many people in our community who want the joy of farm-fresh eggs but maybe aren't in a position to raise chicks from scratch.
Right now, we have plenty to share, and that is a wonderful problem to have. We have decided to offer some egg specials and even rehome a few of our hens. Even Road Runner, one of our more spirited girls, will be looking for a new place to call home. It is all part of the cycle of life at Faithful Flock Farm, and while the boys are still technically "negotiating," they are starting to understand.
We want to make sure that everyone can enjoy the bounty of the land. Because we have such an abundance right now, we are offering a special on our eggs. You can get a dozen of our beautiful white, green, brown, or even those lovely deep dark brown eggs for only $3.50.
It is such a joy to open a carton and see all those different colors together. It reminds me of the diversity in God’s creation. If you have been looking for fresh eggs without all the work of maintaining a coop, now is the perfect time to stop by and see us.
Tiniest Newcomers and the Lamborghini of Poultry
The incubator has been working overtime this month. Last week, we welcomed the tiniest little soul you have ever seen. She is a Serama chick, which is the smallest breed of chicken in the world. We named her Button, because she truly is as cute as a button.
Watching Button navigate the world is a lesson in bravery. She may be small, but she has a huge personality. She has already stolen the hearts of everyone who has seen her. Milo, in particular, seems to think he is her personal bodyguard.
In addition to little Button, we had three Ayam Cemani chicks hatch last week. If you aren't familiar with them, these birds are often called the "Lamborghini of poultry." They are completely black from their feathers down to their bones. They are striking, elegant, and very rare.
Milo has taken a special liking to these dark beauties. He watches them with such intensity, making sure they are tucked in and safe. But the excitement isn't over yet. Right now, we have one incubator with 18 eggs from our farm. The other incubator has 3 dozen Serama eggs and a few Silkies that were brought in. We also have 24 Ayam Cemani eggs arriving tomorrow, and those are the ones that will be going into the incubator, they are not in there yet.
I actually had to order another incubator just to keep up with the demand for space. It is a bit of "chirp chaos" around here, but it is the kind of chaos that fills your heart. You can read more about how we handle these busy times in our section on chicken care and stewardship.
The New Incubator Frustration
Today also brought one of those farm moments that tries your patience. We spent time putting together the new incubator, only to realize it did not come with all the parts. That was frustrating, especially with so much already going on and more eggs arriving tomorrow.
It is never fun to stop in the middle of a job when you are ready to keep moving. Still, that is farm life sometimes, we do what we can, take a breath, and trust that the missing pieces will get sorted out soon.
More Than Just Eggs
I am also so excited to share that my books are moving forward. If you want to see how this whole journey began, you can find When God Plants a Farm on Amazon right now. It tells the story of our beginnings and the way the Lord led us to this beautiful piece of land in Clarksville.
I am also working hard to have my next book, Trusting God Through the Storm, available on Amazon by the end of April. It has been a labor of love, and I hope it brings encouragement to anyone walking through a difficult season. You can keep an eye on our books page for updates on the release.
Come Visit Us in Clarksville
We would love for you to come out and help us show Milo and Panda Bear that sharing the flock is a good thing. They might need a little extra petting and some reassuring words, but I know they will be happy to show you the new arrivals.
Whether you are looking for a few hens to start your own backyard flock or just want the best eggs for your breakfast table, we are here for you.
Faithful Flock Farm Details:
- Location: Clarksville, Ohio
- Egg Special: $3.50 per dozen (White, Green, Brown, Dark Brown)
- Availability: Hens, Road Runner, and fresh eggs are ready now.
- Contact: Call or text 513-607-1317 to coordinate a pickup.
The house might feel a little empty without Aunt Jean today, but my heart is full. Between the new chicks hatching, the boys negotiating for more coop space, and the chance to share our blessings with you, there is so much to be grateful for.
We hope to see you soon. Come grab some eggs and meet little Button. We are just a phone call or a text away, and we always look forward to hearing from our neighbors.
"Every moving thing that liveth shall be meat for you; even as the green herb have I given you all things." ( Genesis 9:3🤍)
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