Adolescence

Ah, those awkward teenage years. The ladies are beginning to outgrow their home, and the search is on to find the proper upgrade (cardboard box). Feathers are appearing in asymmetrical patterns. Poop abounds.

Is it OK to pick a favorite? We don't seem to have any guilt over it. Wendy (the black and white checkered lady) is the calmest and most fearless. She will perch on one of our fingers and comfortably look out at the world.



Chynna is emerging as the new frontrunner for queen of the flock. She pecks at the others when they roost above her, though we have observed that standing underneath a four week old digestive tract can be a hazardous endeavor.



Meanwhile, DebbieGibson is comfortable in her #2 status and is doing quite well.
Carnie, well, she's "just there." She always seems to evade our attention and steady hands. Maybe she's a late bloomer.

And Ollie? Well, now that he's had a glimpse of what goes on in that box, his curiousity has heightened a bit. Thankfully, only one month to go until the big move...