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by Nancy Darling

Backyard Chickens Part I: Babyness

By Nancy Darling, Ph.D. on April 14, 2011 in Thinking About Kids

I wanted the chickens for the eggs, and to feel closer to nature. It made relative economic sense and fit into my longstanding garden, fishponds, and love of the old fashioned. I didn't expect them to be so darn CUTE. Read More

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Nancy Darling

Nancy Darling, Ph.D., is a Professor at Oberlin College.

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