Idk how I missed this thread.
I think it's a great idea if you figure out the logistics! Pardon me if someone already mentioned this, but the only thing that comes to mind as someone from a city with a rooster ban is that we have to get rid of cockerels/roosters BEFORE they crow so no one...
Hmm, that's not true in my experience. Purina's is made of oyster shell. DuMor oyster shell ingredients are oyster shell and calcium carbonate. Those are the most popular brands I see at Tractor Supply. Maybe it's different where you live though.
So true! And thanks for saying that. I think sometimes Russian people (the ones I know at least) assume people will associate them with the politics of their home country. Many people do that. But everyone is their own person, separate from their government.
Yes, the cathedrals are beautiful. St. Basil's Cathedral is the most well-known (most people have seen a photo of it) and I was lucky enough to go inside. I was surprised to see that the inside was even more beautiful than the outside. So much gold and just incredible architecture.
Very cool! Russian culture is very interesting. I've been to Russia and really enjoyed it. Political leaders aside, Russian people are very kind and welcoming. The food was excellent as well.
I say go for it with the Finnish grandparent names! Anything you can do to preserve culture is great...
We have the Run Chicken. It's been reliable in our Midwest winters, has a safety sensor, and works with an app. We just change the batteries once a year.
My husband is a native Russian speaker, so he speaks that to her. I speak to her in mostly English because even though I can speak Russian, I'm not native and don't want her picking up my poor grammar haha. We will definitely be exposing her to other languages like Spanish and Japanese, but idk...
That is really cool to know! Our baby is 6 months old and we speak two languages in our home so she can be bilingual. It's crazy to think her little brain will soon already be distinguishing separate words in both languages!
I was wondering if anyone has raised the Meyer Hatchery Pioneer Broilers. I believe they just started selling them in the 2025 season and are supposedly a good alternative to CX and Rangers and are good foragers.
If you have raised them, how were they growth-wise? Did the males start crowing...
This is a great answer that I just wanted to add to. I agree with Mountain Roost that starting with a small amount would be good so you can understand what your needs are.
For my first time, I was prepared with a tractor because that's what I always read. I made one and used it for a few...
Good to know! Thanks for educating me on that. I wasn't aware it was all the same belief system, because they always seemed slightly different in the way they worship, but of course that doesn't mean their belief system has to be different.
May I ask which Orthodox denomination you belong to? I know people who are from the Russian, Ukrainian, and Serbian Orthodox churches. I know each is a little different.
It's surprising to hear that so many of you do not celebrate Christmas, or at least do not do Santa Claus. I absolutely respect it, as I do think the consumerism of Christmas has gotten out of hand, but it's just that pretty much everyone I know celebrates. It's nice to hear other viewpoints. I...
To anyone who is subscribed to this thread:
What is Santa bringing for your kids this year?
If your kids are older now, what were the most well-received gifts Santa ever brought for your kids? Any tips on budget-friendly stuff that kids like?
For me, things will be pretty simple this year, as...
I love this advice! I'm already finding it to be true. It seems that all you have to do is provide the basics, and the rest is up to your discretion and preferences.
Thanks! I do baby-wear fairly often. It was really fun in the summer when I could take her outside for long periods of time. But...