lol. Please sign in on this thread then https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/hey-all-you-lurkers-i-mean-you-register-and-talk-to-us-2024-edition.1609366/
and let admin know how they could make it easier/more obvious to sign up :D
yes. Preening is a sign that all is well with them. They feel secure, relaxed and contented enough to indulge in some self-care.
welcome to BYC by the way :frow