It was hot yesterday. Breathtakingly hot. But more rain is on the way so we are not complaining.
The Cadet needed a little extra loving yesterday so she came over to the farm for some chick therapy. (Above is a little peachick they are very vigorous birds). And much to my delight she was able to watch a turkey hatch out of it’s shell – a very special moment for her. 
The turkeys seem much more fragile. Hopefully they will start to gain some strength today. Early days yet. I have an extra turkey too. I have no idea what this one is. I knew the heritage Turkey Man sent me an extra egg to fill the box but I assumed it was another Spanish Black. Nope. It is a gold colour and much more upright and stronger than the others. A vigorous bird.
But I am sure the Spanish will catch up – after all they were hunted and eaten by the cooks for the conquistadors – of which our guest worker could be a descendent, combined with the the other side of his family that is recently arrived Italian and German – If a polyglot could be a country it would be Argentina. As well as having areas that speak the three different languages, as I understand it, official Argentinian is a collection of all three. We talk about a lot of interesting things whilst practicing English but sometimes it takes two or three days to clarify an idea.)
Anyway the Spanish Black turkey was a Mexican turkey that was put in a box and taken back to Europe way back in the marauding mists of time, crossed with a European black turkey then returned to the Americas with the early, early European settlers later in its genetic life. This is one of the reasons I am hoping to breed them – they are travellers like me. A very old breed and still on the critical list. Lets hope they toughen up. As of this morning three turkey eggs are as yet unhatched. 
Tima found some very deep shade for her afternoon nap in the heat yesterday.
Poppy and Sheila found mud.
Sheila has the most incredible eyes. Poppys are all black. Sheila has the eyes of a golden eyed boy. I love her eyes, especially when she tips her head up so she can see me below the drop of her big floppy ears.
I hope you have a lovely day.
Federico goes on the train to Springfield today – his English exam is tomorrow morning. It is five hours long. Poor fella. Kia kaha, Fede. Kia manuia!.
I hope we all have a lovely day.
Your friend on the farm
celi
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40 responses to “Chick Therapy”
Shelia has beautiful, old soul human eyes and I am sure she understands and communicates with them! ❤
Good luck Federico!
Poor Fede, he will be exhausted after that exam, best of luck.
…..look at that bunch of little red hens!
good luck Fede..let us know the results good or bad! Sorry tha Cadet was not feeling her usuual cheeful self..we all have days when we are down and she is lucky to have you around to bring a bit of life into her world…Being young is not all that it is made out to be…..
Poppy and Sheila look as tho they are thinking of mischief
have a great day
Looking forward to watching pea and turkey chicks growing up 🙂 Good luck to Fede for his English exam tomorrow. Laura
I see I have a new picture … whatever works 🙂
I can’t wait to see what the mystery turkey grows up to be!
Wonderful pics today! Love the last shot! xo
Tell Fede we’re thinking and supporting him from here. 😊
I’d bet Fede’s English is better than a lot of natural born citizens here. We had a German exchange student many years ago that ended up teaching the English class while the teacher was out for a few days. She had a better grasp of it than any of the students. Animals of any breed bring us back to ourselves when we are stressed. I’m glad your cadet had a soft fuzzy to help ease her heart. I do so understand your heat. I don’t think I could live in the midwest again because it gets so heavy, you can almost not breathe. I’m keeping my fingers crossed for the turkeys thriving and the rest hatching. And of course, Fede. Have a wonderful day.
Good luck Fede! Have my fingers crossed for you. 😀
I will be thinking of Fede and wishing him luck and clear thinking. The Cadet is a lucky girl to have you and baby peacocks and turkeys to hole.
Have a good day
love,
ViV
I told him what you said about some of your students not talking english aloud for years.. it made him feel really good about his work so far. c
That’s nice to know.
Fede – you will do FABULOUS!!!! We are all here cheering for you. Rest on the train – and stay relaxed. A relaxed calm mind is always best during a test.
C – your red chickens are so adorable!! What breed are they?
Cadet – Hugs from Texas!!!! Keep leaning into Ms C’s care and teachings – she will give you tools and knowledge that you can carry with you the rest of your life!
As always I find such calm pleasure in your photos- and I too love Sheila’s eyes. Best of luck to Frederico!
Always encouraging…to Fede and The Cadet. How blessed they are by you.
Buena suerte, Federico, le deseo éxito.