Saturday, 3 September 2016

SATURDAY CRITTERS - Blessingbourne House Hens

These photographs were taken when the family and I had a holiday at Blessingbourne House.  You will see on the video that each morning we were responsible to letting the hens out  collecting the eggs and putting them to bed.  Judith adored the chicken with its wonderful black and white feather and one day she caught it and cuddled it like a baby.  I think if she could have taken it home to Malawi if she could!  The white rooster just appeared one day on the estate and stayed but made friends with one of the Peacocks.  You will see much more on the VIDEO below.








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19 comments:

  1. Ginny Hartzler3 September 2016 at 15:13

    All different kinds too. Oh how wonderful such fresh eggs would be! The children seem enchanted.

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  2. Elephant's Child3 September 2016 at 15:14

    What a treat - for you all.

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  3. Breathtaking3 September 2016 at 15:45

    Good morning1:) Very entertaining video, and pictures. The black white and grey feathered hen is so attractive,...have never seen one quite like it.

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  4. Christine3 September 2016 at 18:36

    My 12 y.old daughter cuddles the chickens that way too!
    Love the speckled feathers & curious eyes the hens have!

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  5. eileeninmd3 September 2016 at 21:11

    Hello, Margaret! Cute shots of your family feeding and taking care of the chickens. Your daughter is brave to feed them out of her hand. Loved the video. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Happy Saturday, enjoy your weekend!

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  6. Debbie3 September 2016 at 21:59

    what fun for the kids, something i would have enjoyed as well!!!!

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  7. rainfield613 September 2016 at 22:29

    Oh I see a peacock.

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  8. Linda at To Behold The Beauty3 September 2016 at 22:47

    That black and white hen is beautiful. Such pretty detail in the feathers.

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  9. Gattina3 September 2016 at 23:12

    I would have loved to stay with you and let the chicken out !

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  10. DeniseinVA3 September 2016 at 23:43

    Sweet photos of your dear family Margaret. And if I could keep chickens I would. Your close-ups are fun to see.

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  11. TexWisGirl4 September 2016 at 00:11

    they're very pretty.

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  12. Linda W.4 September 2016 at 00:18

    Beautiful chickens! Looks like your grandkids were having fun.

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  13. Ida4 September 2016 at 04:36

    Pretty nice looking chickens and peacock. The kids seem to be enjoying them.

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  14. Bill 4 September 2016 at 06:16

    She's so cute holding the hen. All of these are a lot of fun.

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  15. Janice4 September 2016 at 07:10

    Oh, what fun. Having chickens at home has become the thing to do here in the States.

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  16. Ruth Hiebert4 September 2016 at 12:02

    Those feathers are absolutely gorgeous.Such detail!

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  17. Taken For Granted4 September 2016 at 13:20

    Fun with chickens. This is a most unusual sort of bird for your blog.

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  18. Jeanne7 September 2016 at 09:20

    Judith looks so cute holding her hens! I do love the one with the interesting black and white feathers. Such an interesting and unique pattern. Perhaps Judith needs some of her own hens in Malawi.

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  19. orchid03247 September 2016 at 17:22

    Dearest Margaret; Today I was scrolling down on your post and found this sweet family photos♡♡♡ And also enjoyed the pictures and video♪　As I don't have immediate family on m side, I always love to see heartwarming family pictures.

    Sending Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan to my Dear friend, xoxo Miyako*

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