Monthly Archives: October 2009
What I learned from a bunch of city chicks, part the second
The fascination the children feel is often shared by their parents and neighbors—the chickens become a focus for neighborhood interaction and friendliness. Continue reading
Filed under Community and Citizenship, Flockkeeping
What I learned from a bunch of city chicks, part the first
Our avian adventure is a story of identity, friendship, and flock formation, you might say. Continue reading
Filed under Feasting, Flockkeeping
The sun and the rain and the salad greens
My intention here is not to live “impact free”–no extremes, no gimmicks. Rather, I aim to share my daily search for ways to live effectively, efficiently, and responsibly in an urban landscape. Growing numbers of city dwellers are becoming thoughtful and creative about their own environmental sustainability as it relates to our quality of life. I can think of no better reason in this world to be optimistic. Continue reading
Filed under Feasting, Flockkeeping, Gardening, Putting Up