We had about three inches of snow yesterday, maybe more it is hard to judge. Then we had ice rain down on it, then it snowed again, then ice rained down on that. Then it got warm enough for the tops of the snow to melt a little, then it froze again.
So by late yesterday afternoon the snow was crunchy underfoot.
And this morning it will be even crunchier.
I just cannot imagine anything growing here anymore. This long, long cold winter feels like a lifetime. Like we are in Narnia or something.
Good morning. The barn is quiet now without the plonkers who calmly rode off to the abbatoir. The money they raised will go to paying for a good amount of feed for the farm. I am pleased with them, they reached a good weight and were sturdy healthy animals. Just the sheep and the cows and Sheila now. And of course the birds.
Pania found herself on top of the barn yesterday, she sat up there for quite some time in a rather bemused fashion, occasionally honking for a ladder.
Tired of waiting she flew to the roof of the house then down into the garden .
Like the chickens the peahens hate the snow, so she had to be encouraged to fly back to the barn and inside again.
I hope you all have a lovely day.
Your friend on the farm
celi
The Kitchen's Garden 
68 responses to “Peahen on the Barn”
Definitely Narnia in many ways!
Now where is that rather spooky pan-like character, Tumnus?. I bet he is lurking about somewhere,
Haha!
Oh, lovely ginger Sheila, picking her way daintily through the snow with delicately pointed trotters. She reminds me of a ballerina who’s eaten too many pies… Still smiling too, happy to be back home.
She is a lovely colour against the snow.. c
I love Sheila tip-toeing through the snow as though Sir Walter Raleigh ought to be on hand to lay down his cloak for her. Such a little diva 🙂
We have similar weather to yours and like you, I used the Narnia comparison, especially when I compared pictures taken in the summer with now. Everything looks lifeless and forlorn just now, which is why February is such a dire month. But today is Imbolc (half way between the winter solstice and the spring equinox), so we are heading in the right direction.
Good to know, 6 more weeks.. I really, really hope we do not have a late spring like last year.. that would be sad.. c
I agree! We had a very late spring as well (late May before the ground thawed), so a very short but intense summer. Everything arrived at once, so I felt abandoned at first, then overwhelmed by it all. My son visited from Australia in late April and there was still snow on the ground and no sign of even the first crocus or snowdrop. I’m choosing to ignore that groundhog and think positive, sunny thoughts 🙂
spring will be so magical when green shoots start pushing through the barren ground. my hellebores are already peaking out.
Hellebores! I love them. Do you think they would grow here? The dips you made for the shelter look amazing, sorry that once again I could not comment, I don’t know why it is but I have such trouble commenting on some blogger sites. c
It’s so pretty, but such a nuisance! Pania looks as though she’s looking for someone. And Sheila’s just glad to be home. I hope the weather turns milder for you soon.
Love, ViV x
Pania gave herself quite a surprise flying up there.. when they fly they more glide than fly, it is wonderful to see. It will be cold for a while yet, John said that Feb is usually one of the worst months. Thank you not very much I said.. c
I laughed out loud when you said she honked for a ladder. Such personality you give your animals. Sheila looks very content and happy to be home.
morning carla.. c
Have a great day our foot of snow will be here on Wednesday 🙂
We have more due on tuesday too.. goodness, a FOOT, that is a terrible amount of snow, maybe it won;t be that much.. c
OK we’ll go with less 🙂 Photos from the roof to come 🙂 you need a go-pro camera for that hen can you imagine the views she would capture! Stay warm! HUGS
Pania looks beautiful against her snowy backdrop. How is Sheila’s leg now?
Christine
well the scab came off this morning and it does not look too good, and it smells a bit. I have doused it again in antibiotic powder and will call the vet on monday.. I guess the dry scab was tricking me into thinking it was ok.. c
Hummm this doesn’t sound good. Let us know what the Vet says. Right now I’m doctoring not only a hen, but one of Misty’s goats.
Linda
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Yep, snow is on its way here too, today. Not happy about it, but looking on the positive side that we need the moisture. Trying not to think about how long this winter has been, and fantasizing about spring. 🙂
we are all looking at our flower seed packet with longing! Laugh! c
Narnia is the best way to describe this winter. I feel your pain. It is raining here now with promise of snow later this week. I can’t wait until gray and brown are no longer the predominant colors.
morning anna, i think that is why Sheila looks so bright at the moment, sh is a Colour!.. c
Sheila looks fantastic out there in the snow. I suspect she didn’t stay out long 😉
No, not long, but if I am out there so is she. The snow is very crunchy and heavy this morning though, so she ate and went back in. c
Just think what Miss Pania was privileged to view way up there in that chilly, white world…miles of more white! Maybe she was hoping for a spot of green out there somewhere…
She wold have been honking and pointing her wing like a cartoon character if she had seen green..Maybe she will go up again and be our lookout. c
I love Pania’s crown. Such a Queen.
That’s how I tell them apart, Tui’s crown has a gap in it. c
Sheila’s picture made me giggle as she delicately walked her way through the snow. We only got a couple of inches and I think my sidewalks may actually be clear of ice finally. But I see another front is on its way and may dump some more. Is this winter ever going to end? According the Phil we will have 5 more weeks……give me strength.
yes, I fear he is right. 6 weeks to the equinox (Marie told me) anyway.. more sighs.. c
How refreshing to find that not everybody is obsessed with today’s Super Bowl game. I’ll bet Sheila and Pania care not at all who wins. And you, Miss Celi?
Um.. oops, yikes, had no idea it was even on..Did i miss a memo?.. c