Hopefully only Good News Updates!!!

[CHRISTIN RN]

Hi Lindi!
Thanks for the prayers and well-wishes!
I used to work in the O.R. for about a year or so. There is a not-so-kind saying in that circle, "The best patient is an unconscious patient"! LOL For me it's not the case....most times! LOL
I used to wonder as you do how they faired after going home...now I know.
When done from the heart, Nursing is a most honorable profession....second to rescuing God's Beloved Creatures that is!
Bless you for your kind post!

[CHRISTIN RN]

Well, I came home and checked the Co-Hop and sure enough there were 2 eggs in Hoppy's basket....I had the dummie eggs ready and replaced them.
Would have been nice to see how the babies turned out from those 2 beauties, but sooooo many birdies whom are without homes as well as being so picked upon by society at this time.
Besides, I wouldn't want to let them go out on their own nor keep them captive when healthy.
For the first time in years, I saw a large red-winged Hawk flying above my home....quite beautiful as well as scary! The post-man whom pointed the Hawk out to me said they come every so often around this area.
Sooooo happy that Ally is home safe and sound.
Anyway, I held the eggs in front of my spot light and didn't see any shadows.
It was kind of sad to discard them in the trash. Wondering if I hurt Coco and Hoppy's feelings. They're still taking turns on the dummies.
I hope this doesn't happen too often.

[TAWhatley]

Originally Posted by CHRISTIN RN

Anyway, I held the eggs in front of my spot light and didn't see any shadows.
It was kind of sad to discard them in the trash. Wondering if I hurt Coco and Hoppy's feelings. They're still taking turns on the dummies.
I hope this doesn't happen too often.

You did right, Christin, and it will continue to happen .. the incubation period for doves is only 14 days .. so it WILL happen pretty frequently for them .. probably about once a month! With pigeons the incubation time is about 18-20 days .. they will have eggs again in about 5 weeks .. You didn't hurt their feelings .. their will to procreate is just incredible!

Terry

[CHRISTIN RN]

Thanks for the support and info., Terry!
Hoppy seemed mad with grunting noises when I put my hand in the basket to get the eggs out....I then quickly with my other hand placed the dummies where the real ones were. She then stopped grunting.
I'll leave them until Coco & Hoppy start coming out of the basket together/not showing interest.
The real eggs were small though...I don't see how a baby could come from such a small egg. The dummie ones were larger. Maybe I should go find some smaller dummie eggs tomorrow.
I feel better to go to sleep now.
Thanks again!

[CHRISTIN RN]

Blessed Greetings, Birdie Family!

I found 2 eggs in Coco & Hoppy's basket! One was cracked. I took both out and replaced with the dummies again. I think they need smaller ones, because they became disinterested pretty quickly from the last time which was only 2 weeks ago!
Now I go to check the temp. in the Co-Hop and there are 2 more eggs next to the dummy eggs???
Can one Hen lay 4 eggs so quickly? Do I need to replace with 2 more dummie eggs???
Thanks for any guidance!

[TAWhatley]

Originally Posted by CHRISTIN RN

Blessed Greetings, Birdie Family!

I found 2 eggs in Coco & Hoppy's basket! One was cracked. I took both out and replaced with the dummies again. I think they need smaller ones, because they became disinterested pretty quickly from the last time which was only 2 weeks ago!
Now I go to check the temp. in the Co-Hop and there are 2 more eggs next to the dummy eggs???
Can one Hen lay 4 eggs so quickly? Do I need to replace with 2 more dummie eggs???
Thanks for any guidance!

Nope .. one hen will not have laid four eggs .. two hens .. yes ..

Nope, just give them the two dummy eggs and see what happens.

Terry

[CHRISTIN RN]

Oh...thank you, Terry!

That means that Coco and Hoppy are Hen Friends! Yey!
Next time they can keep their cute little eggs for awhile. I still can't find dummies that are as small as theirs!
Any idea on where I might find cute little small plastic eggs? I've already checked 2 large craft stores. (Michaels/AC Moore)
This is great news and a great relief. I've been a bit paranoid expecially after reading the other 'oops' posts!

Thanks again....I appreciate your giving me another good nights rest!
Bless your heart!
Sweet Dreams!

[TAWhatley]

Originally Posted by CHRISTIN RN

Oh...thank you, Terry!

That means that Coco and Hoppy are Hen Friends! Yey!
Next time they can keep their cute little eggs for awhile. I still can't find dummies that are as small as theirs!
Any idea on where I might find cute little small plastic eggs? I've already checked 2 large craft stores. (Michaels/AC Moore)
This is great news and a great relief. I've been a bit paranoid expecially after reading the other 'oops' posts!

Thanks again....I appreciate your giving me another good nights rest!
Bless your heart!
Sweet Dreams!

Just take the eggs and hard boil them and put them back .. no need to find fakes or worry about the sizes ..

Terry

[Dezirrae]

Isn't egg time fun Christin What size dummies do you have? I picked mine up at Michael's -- wooden "Robin's" eggs. I'd have to say the Juliet & Noel take to them pretty well since they will sit on them for weeks! I mean like going on 3 wks. I did take the first set out after a full 3 wks, but 3 days later - ploop... egg layin time again. So now I'm going to just wait it out... see just how long they will sit on them. But, I digress... If you do wind up looking for other dummy eggs and want to try Michael's again, have a look in the wood craft section... that's where I wound up finding the one's I'm using. Or if you'd like - since they sell them in bags of 6 - I'd be happy to mail you 3 that I never use.

[CHRISTIN RN]

Thanks again and again, Terry!
I just about have enough nerve to grab them and run like a maniac to the trash can! It would be perfect if I could boil them and let them get to a comfortable tempid temp. and then put them back. I'll try.
Great idea though.

Thanks, Dez. They were the smallest I could find. Though they didn't come in a bag...just loose, so I'll have to look again. If you could give me the measurement of yours, I can see if they are smaller than mine.
If they are, I'll check back at Michaels which is only minutes from my home.
I wish I could find plastic ones. I'll also try Terry's great idea if I have the nerve. At least I can feel better now that I know there aren't little babies in the eggs. UGH!

[Dezirrae]

Originally Posted by CHRISTIN RN

Thanks again and again, Terry!
I just about have enough nerve to grab them and run like a maniac to the trash can! It would be perfect if I could boil them and let them get to a comfortable tempid temp. and then put them back. I'll try.
Great idea though.

Thanks, Dez. They were the smallest I could find. Though they didn't come in a bag...just loose, so I'll have to look again. If you could give me the measurement of yours, I can see if they are smaller than mine.
If they are, I'll check back at Michaels which is only minutes from my home.
I wish I could find plastic ones. I'll also try Terry's great idea if I have the nerve. At least I can feel better now that I know there aren't little babies in the eggs. UGH!

Oh Christin - just picturing you doing a "grab & dash" gave me a smile It did feel strange to me too the first time though - so I know what you mean. Sillier yet - I can't bear to throw mine away right away They sit on the windowsill for about a day (I can hear y'll saying "why'd ya take em out then)... I have no good reason

The wooden eggs I got from Michael's are 1 3/8 inch long and 2 6/8 inch round (the widest part of the egg). I was hoping to find smaller ones too, but Juliet & Noel adapt to these so well I stopped looking around. I wait until all four eggs are laid - let them sit on all four for a day or two and then switch all four with 2 wooden one's at one time (trying to sneak the switch in between the two sitting on them).

Let me know how many days your ladies go between eggs -- when they loose interest in the current ones and lay new ones... mine seem to be averaging about 3 days and I thought that seemed a bit quick.

[CHRISTIN RN]

Blessed Greetings, Dear Birdie Family!

Well, where have I been???
Observing the Lenten season....as best I can!
Reading my Holy Books, viewing Scripture DVD's, fasting, doing my 'daily good deeds' in between daily Mass, work and caring for my pet gang....all that fun stuff...preparing for Easter/Resurrection Day.

If that weren't enough, I desperately am trying to catch up on my studies...if I am successful, I'll receive my Relaxation Therapist Degree at the end of March! Please pray for my success!

Have only been online here to check for a short while in the wee hours of each morning before passing out! Which I will come back and do after I get the pet gang settled for tonight!

Also, really busy trying to keep the barn and Co-Hop warm on those below freezing temps/snow storm days! UGH!

Great news about my patient, Hannah! She is healing beautifully from her 2nd/3rd degree burns! Still has alot of pain, however, is non-compliant with her pain meds. Well you know what they say about 'leading a horse to water...etc. The doc whom initially wanted to do skin grafts exclaimed, "Holy cow" at her last visit! AMEN and thanks to those who prayed for her....it's working!

Dez, hope you're dealing with this cold weather successfully.
Never got a chance to respond to your measurement post....my wood eggs are about 1.5" round with a flat bottom. Obviously didn't work as Coco & Hoppy became disinterested within 3-4 days. I left their new eggs in their basket. They have been taking turns sitting on them for 2 days, so I'll let you know how long it lasts.

I'll check to see what everyone is up to in a short while!
Hope & Pray that everyone is doing well!

Wishing everyone the True and Everlasting Love of God our Heavenly Father, our Blessed Mother Mary and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ today and always!

[flitsnowzoom]

How do you ever cram it all in!!??!! Maybe you'd better take that relaxation therapy degree to heart and take some time for yourself

I know I always look forward to your posts because it seems like they are always so upbeat and "zippy".

We had a beautiful day today. It got up to the 60's and most of the snow on the streets melted, just in time for the next round of snow. We have a high wind warning out and a forecast for 3-6 inches of snow after midnight. Speaking of which, the witching hour approachth for those of us who got up way too early this am.
Glad to hear Miss Hannah is improving. Good for her!
Yawn and good night to all.

[TAWhatley]

Thanks for the great update, Christin! Bless you for your care of Hannah and your other patients and to any needy being that comes your way!

Terry

[CHRISTIN RN]

Early morning Blessings, Mary & Terry!


Thanks for the replies!
Mary, I hope you guys are spared the snow...I had alot of large branches come down with the high winds. I pray you guys fair well!
Believe it or not, I implement everything I learn, hence my remaining sane as well as energetic! This Lent season has also forced me to take more time for prayerful meditation. I'll also go get some Zzzzzzz's now. Thankfully, I can sleep till 10am tomorrow!

Terry, I was glad to catch up on some of the threads, but not as many as I would've liked....I'll get back tomorrow.
Thanks for the kind words....We can all say the same about you and much more! Hope your gang are doing well!

Sweet Dreams!