Yesterday while I was working in the garden, I was able to uncover a few more potatoes and onions. Finding these gems of vegetable goodness puts a smile on my face every.single.time. I bet it’s the same feeling gold miners had when they found gold in them thar hills.
When I opened the curtains this morning, I noticed I had completely forgotten about the lettuce growing on my patio. Crap! There was no way I’d be able to make a salad out of it now. So I chopped the lettuce at the base, and put it in a bowl for the chickens.
On my way out to the chicken run, I also noticed a few undesirable broccoli florets. So I brought those along as well.
As soon as I walked into the run with the food I had no interest in eating, the chickens started to gather around. And at that moment, I realized what a dumb mistake it would be to break up with Mr. Produce Guy.
Beggars can’t be choosers. After all, I did originally ask him for “chicken scraps.” So anything I get above and beyond is just a bonus. So instead of whining about the current lack of edible produce, I should just be thankful I’m able to feed my birds for less out of pocket each month.
Thanks for weighing in. I knew I could count on all of you.
~Mavis
GlitterMamma says
Exactly! Good choice! :o)
Mary Ann says
I hope you weighed those chicken scraps before you dropped them in the run.
I think you made the right choice and I’m sure the chickens agree!
Ann T. says
Good choice!
The girls are going to be very happy with the good news, and Pablo! 😉
Vicki S says
Go Girl!
Don’t be sad, be glad! Less to buy for chicken feed, more healthy eggs for you.
Yay!!!!
Susie says
I agree with everyone else! Mr. Produce Guy might not be putting out now, but I’m sure he’ll measure up in the spring. 😉 Also, your lettuces reminded me of something I’d wanted to say before when you were bemoaning the plethora of lettuce (I think that came from Mr. Produce Guy, if I’m not mistaken) ~ you can saute’ lettuces like romaine (the crunchy ribs from the base are esp good) in a little olive oil, garlic, maybe a pinch of red pepper, as a side veggie. Also, you might like shredding some of those leaves (iceberg, romaine, etc.) and stirring into soups. Lettuce soup is delicious!