03/08/2026
This week has not started the way we hoped. This morning we had to say goodbye to our Harrison girls after they were taken by foxes.
Harry, Tom and Dick had enjoyed almost a year of freedom. Dorothy, Glinda and Effy had spent three wonderful years roaming the farm. Then there was Houdini. She arrived as a tiny chick nearly eight years ago and never knew anything other than a life of freedom, sunshine, dust baths, treats and curiosity.
It all feels so unnecessary. I know it’s nature and the way of the world, but it’s hard to make sense of lives taken simply to satisfy instinct. Sometimes the world can feel a little cruel. What I do know is this. This morning felt strangely quiet. I missed walking out with your treats. I missed your excited little clucks as you came running over. I missed our morning chat. Thank you for the eggs, the laughter, the entertainment and for reminding us every day that happiness can be found in the simplest things.
Sleep tight, beautiful girls. You were loved far more than you’ll ever know. 🖤 last photo of them enjoying the sunshine last week 🖤