So...the chickens. Wow, what an experience it has been. I recommend it to everyone. Chickens are incredibly easy to care for and maintain. The eggs they yield are delicious and aid in becoming more self sufficient.
The hens have made incredible pets that my children (and I) have enjoyed immensely.
Everyday, each chicken produced about one egg. Due to the varying breeds my family was raising, our chickens laid a few different colored eggs. Some brown, some had a pink hues, the rest were white. One of the hens had genetics that made her produce enormous double yoke eggs.
They arrived in her nesting box every few days. Unbelievably large and dimpled across the exterior of the egg. I can't imagine how it was laid. It was a thought that sent pangs of empathy down my spine. All were incredibly tasty. The yokes were darker colored than store bought. Also, the flavor is very rich. 
It is a joy eating the food you're own efforts and energy produced. The lessons my children learned were invaluable. My children have a healthy perspective on survival, self sufficiency, and how working hard can produce amazing results.
