Our girls are all dipped against mites and lice, and it was a 2 person job.  Thank goodness for my Beloved. He recommended using a very weak solution of pyrethrum:  being a retired vector control (insect pests) person, he has had plenty of experience with chemicals and critters.  He actually has much practice with chickens, as...

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Maybe it's the suddenly spring like weather, or maybe the daffodils that insist sprouting up every year, way before actual spring.....  or maybe just because it was such a mess ... I spent today cleaning and organizing the pantry. You've got to love pantries: one single place to store all the dry goods.  If you are into bulk...

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