My latest adventure in anxiety relief has been chickens. Yes you read that correctly. I am an avid lover of birds and it has always been a dream of mine to have my own chicken flock. This spring I just couldn't pass up those adorable chicks and brought 8 home much to the chagrin of my husband, but he has slowly warmed up to them. Starting from peeps is a lot of work and pretty messy (they are just so incredibly dusty) So if you want to make it a little easier start with pullets. The down side to doing that is the variety of breed is greatly decreased with pullets. From chicks you can get all different kinds.
To preface, I didn't just willy nilly get chickens, this was a decision of many years, combined with  research at my local library about backyard chickens; and learning about complications and medical care for chickens should problem arise. etc. I educated myself first and then made the leap. Chickens are pretty forgiving to care for, but learning what you are getting into will ease a lot of set up stress.
With out further adieu, here is the debut to my flock.

Butterscotch: Golden Comet

Dolly: Barred Rock

Heny Penny: Rhode Island Red

Cora: Ameraucana, shes the show boat always preening

Lindsey Stirling:Sliver Laced Wyandotte

Ashley: Ameraucana, she looks so much like a hawk

Juliette: Gold Laced Wyandotte

Gem: Black Australorp