http://www.grit.com/blogs/blog.aspx?blogid=4294968034 Determined to find a fun, age-appropriate way to engage my two daughters in dialogue about the true meaning of the Christmas season, I began by createing a blown egg nativity scene. http://www.grit.com/the-chicken-chick/nativity-scene-handmade-from-blown-eggs-the-reason-for-the-season.aspx By Kathy Shea Mormino Mon, 26 Nov 2012 21:04:32 CST The primary functions of litter (or bedding) in a chicken coop are to make floor cleaning easier and to control odors and moisture; SAND accomplishes all of those tasks and more! http://www.grit.com/the-chicken-chick/chicken-coop-bedding-sand-the-litter-superstar.aspx By Kathy Shea Mormino Thu, 13 Sep 2012 23:10:38 CST One New England community's efforts to preserve its rural, farming and agricultural past for future generations while celebrating its past. http://www.grit.com/the-chicken-chick/farm-fest-2012-a-commitment-to-preserving-our-agricultural-legacy-in-suffield-ct.aspx By Kathy Shea Mormino Wed, 05 Sep 2012 22:26:38 CST Basic hurricane preparations for backyard chickens. http://www.grit.com/the-chicken-chick/hurricane-preparedness-for-backyard-chickens.aspx By Kathy Shea Mormino Thu, 30 Aug 2012 22:33:13 CST Much confusion surrounds the differences between Araucanas, Ameraucanas and Easter Eggers. Learn a few of the differences between these chickens and why there is no I in Ameraucana. http://www.grit.com/the-chicken-chick/araucana-ameraucana-or-easter-egger-olive-egger-rainbow-layer-whats-the-difference.aspx By Kathy Shea Mormino Thu, 23 Aug 2012 12:33:48 CST Which treats can chickes eat and which should be avoided? Feeding our backyard pets the wrong treats or too many treats can be harmful to their health, stunt growth, shorten their lifespans & interfere with egg production. Don't love them to death. http://www.grit.com/the-chicken-chick/chicken-treats-guide-dont-love-your-pets-to-death.aspx By Kathy Shea Mormino Thu, 16 Aug 2012 18:07:58 CST