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10/15/08
Just two weeks ago, my baby chicks were velvety soft and downy. Now their tangled dander is interwoven with frayed feathers. Two weeks ago, they were innocent and naïve. Now they rummage through the yard, knock over their water, and poop on my doorstep.
Don’t be mistaken, I adore each adolescent chicken, and watch them with joy as they mature exponentially before my eyes. They eat from my hand, waddle behind me as I make my trip to the pit toilet, and eagerly await their feeding time in the morning. They come to my fingertips to receive gentle gizzard massages when I call them on command. This principle is proof of my theory that all animals in South Africa are not terrified of human beings. With a nurturing environment and positive conditioning, animals adapt positive social traits. My neighbors and visitors examine my interaction with the chicken with mixed emotions. Some are bewildered and shocked while others are repulsed at the prospect of a human caressing and kissing a chicken.
While I’ve received numerous requests (and countless threats) to sell my chickens for someone’s meal, I think I will continue to love these chickens and provide them with the best living setup compared to any other chicken I know. They are luckiest chickens in South Africa!
5 comments:
Chickens? Wow, it's suprising you've been able to keep them alive. Careful when they are bigger - they will then attract more attention.
Hi Mr VK.... Jasen....I'm so glad I found your website after all these months..... I just loved reading about your adventures and I'm soooooo happy for you. As always things continue to be crazy here at MDCPS......It seems that you are very happy and feeling strong......keep us posted.... your writing is just amazing....Do I see a future book in the making??????
Hi, Jason, what an amazing cause you are making. I just recieved you blog from Ms. Diaz-Sevilla. What an amazing experience for your life. Caring an sharing with beautifukl people around the globe. The sincere look in everyones eyes is undiscribeable. I am sure the love is unconditional as well.
Look forward to hearing from you and take good care of yourself.
Liz Mora
Hi VK - I'm so happy to hear from you. We've all been thinking about you. As I read your stories I felt I was there with you...amazing words!! You sound happy (a bit uncomfortable), but grateful for the opportunity you are experiencing. The pictures tell an inspiring story...especially the the look on the kids faces. Keep up the writing and the pictures. I agree with Jeanette...a book sounds like a good idea. Keep safe my friend
Hi VK,
I just realized you might not make the connection about who "JMCbooklover" might me. It's me...Alina Floyd...the keeper of the books at JMC!! Take Care!!
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